The latest from First Reformed Church
Stay up to date with the happenings of First Reformed Church by visiting our blog. You'll find information such as announcements, sermon notes and thoughts from our pastor to encourage and challenge your walk with the Lord.
Bulletin and announcements for 3-17-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
03/14/2024
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Announcements for 3-17-24
~This morning, our 3&4-year olds, Preschool and TK Classes will be presenting their memory work. Next week, our Kindergarten Class will recite their memory work, The Lord’s Prayer. Parents: please have your children to their classroom by 9:15 AM. When they are finished, the children will join their families for the remainder of worship. Thank you!
~The 2024 church directory is almost ready. I have printed 2 copies of it and they are on the welcome
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Announcements and bulletin for 3-10-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
03/07/2024
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Announcements for 3-10-24
Today we are having a potluck in our Fellowship Hall at 11:30 am. All are welcome for fellowship and some great food! Drink and tableware will be provided. Please stay and join us as we will be having trivia questions on the history of FRC Rock Rapids.
~Next week, our 3 & 4 year-olds, Preschool and TK Classes will be presenting their memory work. Parents: please have your children to their classrooms by 9:15 AM. When they are finished, the childre
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Bridge newsletter March 2024
by: Jammie Kellenberger
03/01/2024
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Attached you will find the March Bridge newsletter, with updated calendar and volunteer lists.
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Announcements and bulletin for 3-3-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
02/29/2024
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Announcements for 3-3-24
~Thank you to everyone who prayed and visited me over the past week while I was in the hospital. Your thoughts and prayers are very much appreciated as I continue to recover over the next month or so. - Jordan Menning
~Thank you to all our volunteers who delivered Meals on Wheels this month! You are a blessing!
Lent Devotional: If you would like to learn more about the season of lent, then sign up for a daily devotional to be emailed every day of len
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Announcements and bulletin for 2-25-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
02/22/2024
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Announcements for 2-25-24
Our heartfelt gratitude to all of those whether spoken or cards, expressed best wishes on our seventieth wedding anniversary! ~Donna and Arnold Kwikkel
I went into surgery feeling peaceful because I felt surrounded by all your prayers. Thank you to my care elder for her prayers and support, for food, cards, calls and texts. Thank you all so much. It was greatly appreciated! ~Mary Hoogers
Lent Devotional: If you would like to learn more about the
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Announcements and bulletin for 2-18-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
02/15/2024
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Announcements for 2-18-24
Lent Devotional: If you would like to learn more about the season of lent, then sign up for a daily devotional to be emailed every day of lent.
~The annual giving receipts are in your church mailboxes. If you didn’t receive one and feel you should have, contact the church office 712-472-3729. Thanks
Bible Reading Plan: You can grab a bible reading bookmark from the Welcome Center or sign up at the Welcome Center for a daily text with the script
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Announcements and bulletin for 2-11-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
02/08/2024
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Ash Wednesday and Lent Devotional: If you would like to learn more about the season of lent, then sign up for a daily devotional to be emailed every day of lent. Also join us to kick off Lent on Ash Wednesday with personal prayer and imposition of the ashes. Drop by the Prayer Chapel, any time on Wednesday, February 14th.
~The annual giving receipts are in your church mailboxes. If you didn’t receive one and feel you should have, contact the church office 712-472-3729.
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Announcements and bulletin for 2-4-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
02/01/2024
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Announcements for 2-4-24
Arnold & Donna Kwikkel will be celebrating their 70th Anniversary on the 6th of February. If you would like to send them a card, their address is 1007 S. Tama St. Rock Rapids, IA 51246.
~The annual giving receipts are in your church mailboxes. If you didn’t receive one and feel you should have, contact the church office 712-472-3729. Thanks
~Joy Circle: Our next meeting will be February 14. Karen Reemts- Bible Leader. Lesson 9.
Bible Reading Pl
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Announcements and bulletin for 1-28-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
01/25/2024
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Announcements for 1-28-24
~The annual giving receipts are in your church mailboxes. If you didn’t receive one and feel you should have, contact the church office 712-472-3729. Thanks
Bible Reading Plan: You can grab a bible reading bookmark from the Welcome Center or sign up at the Welcome Center for a daily text with the scripture reading for the day!
~RESGEN Men's Summit 2024 is a half-day conference with the mission of encouraging men, ages 17 and up, to grow and f
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Announcements and bulletin for 1-21-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
01/18/2024
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Announcements for 1-21-24
For 30+ years, Leona Vanden Top, Nettie Roskam and Mary Hoogers have been faithfully serving our church family by managing our Women’s Ministry Service Committee. From coordinating workers, to lining up desserts, and organizing the kitchen, these ladies have done it all. Thank you, ladies for being the hands and feet of Jesus.
Bible Reading Plan: You can grab a bible reading bookmark from the Welcome Center or sign up at the Welcome Center for
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Announcements and bulletin for 1-14-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
01/11/2024
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Announcements for 1-14-24
Come and join us for a potluck meal together and enjoy fellowship with others. Sunday, January 21 at 11:30 am. All are invited! Please bring a hot or cold dish to share. Drink and tableware will be provided. We need 7 people to help with set-up (10:30 – 11:30) and 7 to help with clean-up (12:00 – 1:00 pm). Please sign up at the Welcome Center, call the church office or contact Sharon Postma.
Bible Reading Plan: You can grab a bible reading bookm
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Bulletin and announcements for 1-7-24
by: Jammie Kellenberger
01/04/2024
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Announcements for 1-7-24
This morning we will install the following individuals into consistory leadership.
Deacons: Evan Metzger, Jordan Menning & Shawn Van Whye Elder: Randy Bosch
Thank you to these men & their families for their willingness to lead. Please pray for Gods Leading for all our leaders!
Sr. RCYF Soup supper: Come and support our youth on January 10th from 5-7pm as they serve soups, bbq sandwiches and desserts (bars). This will be a free will donation.
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January 2024 Bridge
by: Jammie Kellenberger
01/02/2024
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Attached you will find the January 2024 bridge newsletter with updated volunteer list and calendar.
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Announcements and bulletin for 12-31-23
by: Jammie Kellenberger
12/28/2023
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Announcements for 12-31-23
~RESGEN Men's Summit 2024 is a half-day conference with the mission of encouraging men, ages 17 and up, to grow and fulfill their purpose as leaders, husbands, fathers, and Christ-followers. The theme for this year's event is 'Being a Man of Courage' and features five dynamic sessions, comedy, free resources, and snacks throughout the day.
Cost is $35. Saturday, February 3 from 8 AM-1:30PM at Central Church in Sioux Falls, SD. Register online at
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Announcements and bulletin for 12-24-23
by: Jammie Kellenberger
12/21/2023
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Announcements for 12-24-23
Thank you to the 70+ individuals who went Christmas caroling. Five groups went caroling to around 60 people. Thank you to those who brought food for the carolers to enjoy afterwards. This is a great ministry that brings everyone involved closer to God. A special thank you to Sharon Postma for organizing this ministry event!
~RESGEN Men's Summit 2024 is a half-day conference with the mission of encouraging men, ages 17 and up, to grow and fulfill
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