July 12, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Fellowship Schedule: We are updating our Fellowship Schedule! If you would like to be added to or removed from the rotation, please message Shanna Snyder. Those serving are paired with another couple and are asked to prepare 2 large pans of bars and serve coffee, juice, and bars following the morning worship service. If you would like to make a change to the schedule, please text at 507-227-3953 or leave a note in her church mailbox. Please be sure to include your name with your message. Thank you to everyone who helps provide this time of fellowship for our church family!
July 5, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Getting Involved: God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents that can be used to serve His church. There are many opportunities to get involved, including helping in the nursery, teaching Sunday School, singing in the choir, serving Fellowship or Midweek meals, assisting with coffee, and much more. Whether you have a little time or a lot, we would love to help you find a place to serve.
Sign-up sheets for some opportunities will be available in the coming weeks. If you are interested in becoming more involved, please contact Caitlin Arp.
June 28, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Getting Involved: God has blessed each of us with unique gifts and talents that can be used to serve His church. There are many opportunities to get involved, including helping in the nursery, teaching Sunday School, singing in the choir, serving Fellowship or Midweek meals, assisting with coffee, and much more. Whether you have a little time or a lot, we would love to help you find a place to serve.
Sign-up sheets for some opportunities will be available in the coming weeks. If you are interested in becoming more involved, please contact Caitlin Arp.
June 21, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Sympathy: Please keep Doug and Kris Kroh and their family in your prayers as they mourn the passing of Doug's mother, Bobbie Kroh. May they find comfort in God's promises and strength in His unfailing love during this difficult time.
June 14, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
General Assembly: Please keep Pastor Mark in your prayers as he travels and will attend General Assembly in Colorado this week. He will be leaving Sunday afternoon and returning on Friday. If you have a prayer concern, please contact one of the Calling Elders.
June 7, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
VBS: Rainforest Falls VBS begins tomorrow! As we prepare for an exciting week together, we ask that you keep our Vacation Bible School in your prayers. Please pray for the children attending, our volunteers and leaders, and for God's blessing on all that takes place throughout the week. Pray for safety, energy, new friendships, and most importantly, that hearts will be open to hear and grow in God's Word. Thank you for your prayers and support!
May 31, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Note: Pastor Mark will be returing from vacation on June 2. If you have a need or prayer concern, please contact one of the Calling Elders.
VBS: Vacation Bible School is almost here! Be sure to get signed up; registration closes on June 1. Don't miss out on a fun week at Rainforest Falls! We are also collecting clean, non-holey cotton socks to use for our nativity staining project. Socks can be dropped off with your church director or placed in the collection box in your church. If you are helping with VBS, please check your church mailbox for an important VBS information sheet. Thank you to everyone for your willingness to help serve and lead these kids! Couldn't do it without you!
May 24, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Note: Pastor Mark will be on vacation from May 23 - June 2. If you have a need or prayer concern, please contact one of the Calling Elders.
Thank you to Pastor Mark and the congregation for all the prayers, visits, texts, and phone calls during Dad's time in hospice and after his passing. Also, thank you to the people from the work group who donated food and worked the funeral. Everyone's acts of kindness during the difficult time will forever be cherished.
The Jim Achterhoff Family.
May 17, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Note: Pastor Mark will be on vacation from May 23-June 2. If you have a need or prayer concern, please contact one of the Calling Elders.
FUSION (Jr. High): August 2–6, students will attend a 4-day camp at Swan Lake near Viborg, SD. Camp will include Bible lessons, swimming, games, and plenty of fun activities. Registrations for both trips are now open. Please sign up online if your student plans to attend. We’re looking forward to a great summer of faith, service, and fun! - https://efrc.me/fusion. Registration deadline is May 31.
May 3, 2026 | Bulletin Announcements
Thank You: We give heartfelt thanks to all of our Midweek volunteers for a wonderful year! We are so grateful for the dedication of our teachers, chaperones, choir leaders, and Midweek meal groups who gave their time and energy so faithfully. It truly was a fantastic year, and we thank God for each of you who made it possible!