Needed: Large brown grocery bags are needed for packing Pigs-in-the-blanket. Please bring them to kitchen if you have any.

Informational Meeting: We will be having an brief meeting in the sanctuary following the service on Sunday, November 16 sharing the information from the Name Change Committee. Everyone is welcome to join, and learn more.

Nomination Ballots: The nomination ballots were placed in your mailboxes last week. Please fill them out and return them prior to November 2. The 2025 Congregational Meeting will be held Monday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m.

Trip Committee: We are putting together a Trip Planning Committee to help organize future outings & trips for the youth in our church family. If you enjoy planning and would like to be part of creating meaningful experiences, we would love to have you join. Please contact Jason Snyder or Caitlin Arp, if you are interested.

Fall Soup Supper: We will be having our Fall Soup Supper on Wednesday, October 1 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Serving BBQs, a variety of soups, and delicious desserts. Free will donations. Pigs-in-the-blanket will also be available purchase ($13 per dozen). The sign-up sheet is in the entryway. There are still some spots to bring food, also there are a lot of spots open to work in the kitchen.

Pigs-in-the-blanket: There are Pigs available for purchase. Due to the rising cost of supplies, we are raising the price to $13 per dozen. To purchase contact Linda Bleyenburg or Mary Ann Zylstra.

Bible League: You’re invited to the “Beyond Yesterday” conference, hosted by Bible League Volunteers on September 8-9 at Bethel CRC in Sioux Center. For details and registration, visit bibleleague.org/tickets. Register by August 31. Registration after August 17 incurs a $5 late fee.

Backpack Program: The annual Pipestone County backpack program that we have supported for many years has a new look. After partnering with Volunteers In Mercy last year, First Presbyterian in Pipestone has taken over distribution of school supplies for Pipestone students this year. VIM is working through the Edgerton food shelf to provide backpacks and school supplies for local students in Edgerton and Chandler. If you would like to help with this need, contact Dennis Kroll at 507-220-4231.

High School Youth Director Position: Our church is seeking a high school youth leader to help guide and mentor our students in their faith. If you're passionate about working with teens and sharing God’s love, we’d love to hear from you. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Pastor Mark.

Bible League: You’re invited to the “Beyond Yesterday” conference, hosted by Bible League Volunteers on September 8-9 at Bethel CRC in Sioux Center. For details and registration, visit bibleleague.org/tickets. Register by August 31. Registration after August 17 incurs a $5 late fee.

High School Youth Director Position: Our church is seeking a high school youth leader to help guide and mentor our students in their faith. If you're passionate about working with teens and sharing God’s love, we’d love to hear from you. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Pastor Mark.

Volunteers Needed for Sunday School & Midweek: We are in need of teachers for both Sunday School and Midweek for the upcoming year. If you’ve ever thought about trying something new or felt a nudge to get involved, now is the time! “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” – Luke 18:16. If you’re interested or have questions, please reach out to Caitlin Arp.

Anchored Catechism Camp: Please keep the Jr. High kids in your prayers as they leave for Anchored Catechism Camp next Monday, August 4. It will be held at Camp Okoboji. There are 19 kids and 5 adults attending.

Words of Hope: The Words of Hope Devotionals have finally arrived. They are on the table in the Narthex. Thank you for your patience.

Volunteers Needed for Sunday School & Midweek: We are in need of teachers for both Sunday School and Midweek for the upcoming year. If you’ve ever thought about trying something new or felt a nudge to get involved, now is the time! “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” – Luke 18:16. If you’re interested or have questions, please reach out to Caitlin Arp.