Announcements for 2-20-22

THANK YOU: I would like to thank First Reformed Church (specifically Ken's Kids) for helping to offset some of the cost for a mission trip to Jackson, MS. Being able to come alongside a ministry to serve in order for them to serve is the real deal. ~Susan VW

CHURCH DIRECTORY: There are copies of our new 2022 church directory in the gathering space. They will be there Feb 13, 20, and 27.  Please look over your family’s information and “initial” your entry if it is correct.  If there are any errors, please edit your information accordingly. If you don’t have your information in the directory and would like it put in, there are blank address and information spaces in the back of the directory! ~ Thanks 

  We will be kicking off our Lenten season with Ash Wednesday services on March 2^nd in our youth room. Services will be held at 7am and 6:30pm. 

ICE FISHING- Tait Anderson will be leading an ice fishing outing on Feb 27!  We will serve a light lunch at church at noon and then depart for Pahoja. Tait has some equipment, but bring your own if you have it.  Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Cheryl Van Beek if you would like to attend, frccheryl@premieronline.net  712-470-0278 or sign up in the Gathering Space.  *Deadline to register is February 20.* 

*FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT-    March 11, 7pm- Movie and Popcorn 

Fellowship Hall- “Like Arrows”

When conflict, rebellion, and resentment overwhelm their family, Charlie and Alice are forced to rethink their parenting strategy. Through a journey that unfolds over 50 years, Charlie and Alice discover the unmistakable power of family — learning that knowing and living by God’s Word is what brings hope and transformation to any family.

Children Center- Kids movie (ages K and up)   

Youth Room- Childcare- Preschoolers   

Nursery- Childcare Toddlers/Infants

Sign up in Gathering Space or contact Cheryl Van Beek, frccheryl@premieronline.net or 712-470-0278

Grace Circle: We will meet Tuesday, February 15^th @ 6:30pm at Sherri DeJong’s home. Our lesson will be #3. Please bring apple juice and cereal for Atlas!

Teen Grief Support group:  Every Monday in March there will be a teen grief share/ support group at the Rock Rapids Public Library from 6:30-7:30pm. 

Seasonal Reminder:  It is that time of year again!  Respiratory and GI illnesses are in our area.  Please stay home if you are not feeling well.  We also understand if you are not comfortable coming to large gatherings and encourage you to utilize our online streaming service:  https://www.rockrapidsfrc.org/  ~Stay Healthy and THINK SPRING!

~Interested in supporting the Midweek Meal with groceries? Please check the sign-up sheet in the gathering space for items needed. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Schulte at 712.470.4883. Thank you!

Church Doors:  Due to unforeseen circumstances our church doors will be locked every night until further notice, except south door, that will be unlocked 24/7, but the wheelchair access will be non-functional. So, if you come to the church after hours please use the south entrance. Thank you for your understanding!

  Testimony night: Join us for our second worship night, featuring two more testimonies from our own congregation members: Fred Tilstra and Jen Kock.  Tonight at 7:00 pm in the sanctuary.  If you would like to share your testimony at a later date, please contact Valerie Lenderink, frcmusic@premieronline.net or 314-637-8383.

   Worship Is: What's the difference between worship and performance?  Why do we sing, pray, and give an offering during church?  Come join this new adult Sunday school class, Worship Is.  We will explore what worship is, how to do it, what it means, the history, biblical stories, relevant application, and more!  The class will take place every Sunday in March and April in Room 377 during Sunday school time.  Bring your bible!  Questions?  Ask Valerie Lenderink, frcmusic@premieronline.net or 314-637-8383.         

*The February Bridge is now available in the holder next to the mailboxes*

Children’s Bulletins are now available by the regular bulletins each week. The bulletin goes according to the scripture for the week and there will be one for 3+ and one for 7+.  

~Sunday’s bulletin will now be available via your phone. Just scan the QR code on the bulletin stands or the welcome center.

*Offering will be collected in the back of the church until further notice*                                                                                                       

**Please Call Church Office to reserve Meeting Rooms**

*Bulletin announcement deadline is now Thursdays at 11am, call, email or drop off at the church office.

Our Condolences to the Caswell family for the loss of Ruth Caswell this past Sunday

Please Pray for….

Arlene Van Wyhe (Hospice)                                                                 

Myra (Cheryl Van Beek’s sister)                                        

Doris Calkins (Hospice)                                                                         

Pam Foster (Huntington’s Disease)                                               

Veryl Blue (Anita Dieren’s dad- Hospice)                                        

 Barb Hoogendorn (knee replacement)           

Melissa Moser (Kathy Moser’s daughter-in-law)                           

 Greyson Austin (Marlene Mellema’s grandson)

Gail Hartter (Eric Hartter’s mom)                                                        

Gary Hermanson (Nikki Van Beek’s dad)

Elton Hilbrands (Lucille Smit’s son)                                                    

Curt Smook (Kay Wynia’s dad)

Bob & Arlene Sterler (Robbie Korthal’s parents)                            

Lorelei Reynolds (Laureen Schram’s sister)

Marilyn Kuyper (Ethanie Pulscher’s aunt)                                      

Karen DeNoble (Dave DeNoble’s mom)                                            

Kathy Van Olst (healing after broken femur)                                

Terry Gregory (Amy Ryals’ step mom)

Remembering our Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Senior Living Residents:

Arlene Van Wyhe                                Doris Calkins                           John Van Aartsen

Joyce Hommes                                     Pam Foster                              Helen Overman

Mary Vermeer                                     Edna Jongerius                           Lucille Smit

Missy Perkins                                       Wilma DeRoo                            Christina Vonk

JoEllen Sorgdrager                              Harriet Hoff

                    Adult Bible Study “Exploring our Questions on Death” One more left!

                      Wednesday nights in February 6pm in room #345 All Are Welcome!

FIRST REFORMED CHURCH
 WORSHIP SERVICE
 February 20, 2022 at 9:30

WE APPROACH GOD

Prelude: Gratitude

Welcome/Announcements

Mission Update: Susan VanWyhe

Prayer

Praise Service:

This is Amazing Grace

Rattle!

Lord, I Need You

Congregational Prayer: Aubree Boender representing the 9^th Grade Sunday School Class

Children’s Message- Lisa VandeStouwe

(4 & 5 year- olds dismissed for Children and Worship)                      

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD 

Scripture: Genesis 17: 1-27

Message: Promising the Impossible

WE RESPOND TO GOD

Closing Hymn: Wonderful, Merciful Savior

Benediction

Sending Chorus: Wonderful, Merciful Savior

(5^th grade and below may exit for Sunday School)

 Serving us today 2-20-22

MINISTRY OF MUSIC- 

NURSERY- Tammy & Ashlyn Murray

COMMON GROUND- Lonn & Jammie Kellenberger

COFFEE BREAK- Lincecum Family

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER- Aubree Boender

CHILDRENS MESSAGE LEADER: Lisa VandeStouwe

CHILDREN & WORSHIP: Leader: Danielle Kruger      Greeter: Mali Kellenberger

SUNDAY SCHOOL PRAYER- Janine DeBruin

SUNDAY SCHOOL COOKIES- Kristi Metzger

SOUND SYSTEM – Sawyer Hrdlicka

VIDEO TAPING- Matt Kock

PROCLAIM PRESENTER- Tanner Lincecum

MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Kathy Moser

*THE LOOSE OFFERING- Benevolent Fund

Serving us next week 2-27-22

MINISTRY OF MUSIC- Choir

NURSERY- Wendy & Caitlin Huisman

COMMON GROUND- Jess Drewes

COFFEE BREAK- Randy & Cindy Bosch

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER- Joel Vis

CHILDRENS MESSAGE LEADER: Rochelle Ebel

CHILDREN & WORSHIP- Leader: Heather Springer         Greeter: Anika Springer

SUNDAY SCHOOL PRAYER- Nate Schulte

SUNDAY SCHOOL COOKIES- Peggy Metzger

SOUND SYSTEM – Dustin Bosch

VIDEO TAPING – Breyden Dieren

PROCLAIM PRESENTER – Jac VanWyhe

MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Brian Hellenga

*THE LOOSE OFFERING – General Fund

Sunday School 

Last Year’s Attendance: 60                                  Last Week’s Attendance: 86

Last Year’s Offering: $68.00                                 Last Week’s Offering: $69.00

Upcoming Events  

SUNDAY 2-20-22:

Sunday School Lesson: Unit 27, Session 3: Jesus Appeared to the Disciples

MONDAY 2-21-22: 

7pm Circle of Kindness (Heather Springer)

TUESDAY 2-22-22:

WEDNESDAY 2-23-22:

2:30-5pm Club 512, Midweek meal to follow from 5-6:15pm. Everyone is welcome to eat with us!

6pm Adult Bible Study 

6:30pm Jr. RCYF 

8pm Sr. RCYF

THURSDAY 2-24-22:

FRIDAY 2-25-22:   

8am Men’s Bible Study

SATURDAY 2-26-22: 

SUNDAY 2-27-22:  

Sunday School Lesson: Unit 27, Session 4: Jesus Returned to Heaven

Communion Sunday

Ice Fishing @ Lake Pahoja

Looking Ahead:

March 2:  7am & 6:30pm Ash Wednesday Services in our Youth Room

March 11: 7pm Movie Night @FRC