Bulletin Announcements | July 13, 2025
Words of Hope: We again have not received the Words of Hope Devotional for this quarter. We have contacted them and they are going to send them out again. Thank you for your patience.
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.
Bulletin Announcements | July 6, 2025
Words of Hope: We again have not received the Words of Hope Devotional for this quarter. We have contacted them and they are going to send them out again. Thank you for your patience.
Bulletin Announcements | June 29, 2025
Vacation Bible School: What an incredible week at VBS! We had a fantastic turnout with 203 kids and over 75 volunteers joining us for our “True North” adventure. A huge thank-you to everyone who helped make this week a success! We are also excited to share that we raised $1,700 for Lost Timber Bible Camp in Chandler, MN, through our mission offering. God moved mountains this week, and we’re so grateful for our local church families that help point kids to Jesus!
Bulletin Announcements | June 22, 2025
Mission Trip: Everyone that attended the mission trip wants to extend their appreciation to everyone who supported them through prayers, cards, and the support of the fundraisers to make the trip a possibility. We are all so grateful and feel blessed to have you as our church family! As we settle in being home again, may you continue pray for everyone to retain what they learned and continue to stand firm in their faith, and seek the Lord in all they do.
Bulletin Announcements | June 15, 2025
General Assembly: Please keep Pastor Mark & Kristin and Jason Snyder in your prayers as they travel and attend General Assembly in Northville, MI, June 16-20.
Bulletin Announcements | June 8, 2025
Bloodmobile: There will be a Red Cross blood drive at the First Christian Reformed Church in Edgerton on Monday, June 16 from 12:30 until 6:30. Please call Betty at 507-227-8416 to make or confirm an appointment. There is a constant need for blood. Anyone 16 yrs. or older and in good health is able to donate.
Bulletin Announcements | June 1, 2025
VBS Helpers: Next Sunday, June 8 - please plan to meet briefly in the sanctuary following the service. The directors will go over a few job duties and let you know which class you’ll be helping with. Thank you for being part of this exciting week!
Vacation Bible School: VBS week is coming up June 9–13 from 9:00 -11:30am, and we’re ready to set up camp and explore God's Word! Everyone is invited to attend the VBS program on Friday, June 13 at 11:30am in the SWC-Elementary gym. (Doors open at 11:20am) Refreshments and cookies will follow. Hear the kids sing and share what they’ve discovered on their faith-filled adventure! Please keep the week in your prayers for safety, joy, and smooth sailing!
Bulletin Announcements | May 25, 2025
Vacation Bible School June 9-13: We are still in need of more adult volunteers to help guide our young explorers from one activity to the next. Please consider helping, VBS just isn’t the same without YOU! If you are able to help, even for a few days, please contact one of your church directors. You can still register online until June 4. (No walk-ins.) The link can be found on our 'VBS - Edgerton, MN' page. Cost is $10.
Jr. High Anchored Catechism Camp will be held August 4–6 at Okoboji! This is a great opportunity for students to grow in faith, enjoy fellowship, and have fun together. If you’d like to sign your child up, there’s still time - please register by June 2!
Bulletin Announcements | May 18, 2025
Senior Sunday: Today we recognize out graduating high school seniors. They are: Christopher A., Keaton A., Carter G., Rihanna H., Joshua G, Tyler V.H., and Jozilyn V.H. May God’s guidance light your path in every new beginning.
Words of Hope: The Words of Hope devotionals have finally arrived. They are on the back table in the narthex.
Bulletin Announcements | May 11, 2025
Potluck: On May 18, Margaret Njuguna from En Gendi Children’s Home will be joining us for worship. Following the service, join us for a Potluck and a time of fellowship with her.
Vacation Bible School June 9-13: We are still in need of more adult volunteers to help guide our young explorers from one activity to the next. Please consider helping, VBS just isn’t the same without YOU! If you are able to help, even for a few days, please contact one of your church directors! You can still register online until June 4! (No walk-ins.) The link can be found on our 'VBS - Edgerton, MN' page. Cost is $10.
Bulletin Announcements | May 4, 2025
Foundations in Faith: Join us this Sunday at 10:50 a.m. for our monthly Foundations in Faith class, part of the Covenant Pathways discipleship series. This month’s topic is “Theology”—a chance to deepen your understanding of who God is and what we believe as Reformed Christians. We’ll meet in the Jr. High Catechism room in the basement. You’re welcome to attend even if you haven’t been to previous sessions!
Second Saturday Men’s Bible Study – May 10: Guys—bring your Bible, your appetite, and a little bit of energy (we’ll have coffee). This month we’re walking through Galatians 2:15–21. Breakfast and fellowship start at 8:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. No pressure, no prep required—just come.
Potluck: On May 18, Margaret Njuguna from En Gendi Children’s Home will be joining us for worship. Following the service, join us for a Potluck and a time of fellowship with her.
Bulletin Announcements | April 27, 2025
VBS: Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at this year’s Vacation Bible School from June 9-13! Volunteers: We’re also calling all adventurers-at-heart to lend a hand — we need volunteers to help guide our young explorers from one exciting activity to the next. Please consider helping, volunteers are an essential part of this ministry.
Bulletin Announcements | April 20, 2025
RCW Annual “Soupless Supper”: We will be having a fundraiser for updating kitchen needs, and a moving base for the electric keyboard in the sanctuary.
Thank You: Thanks for the cards, prayers, food, love shown to our family through the passing of Stretch. We are grateful for the love you have shown us at this time. The Ulmer Family
Bulletin Announcements | April 13, 2025
Maundy Thursday: You are invited to the Maundy Thursday Gathering on Thursday, April 17. 9:00 a.m. Coffee and Rolls 9:30 a.m. Program begins. Special guest speaker is Jason Snyder. Offering will to the local Food Shelf.
Sunrise Service: First Christian Reformed Church in Edgerton will be hosting a community Easter Sunrise Service on Easter Morning, April 20, beginning at 7:00 a.m. We invite our area church congregations along with visiting family and friends to join us! Following the service, a breakfast will be served in the church’s fellowship hall. We hope many of you will be able to join us.
April 6, 2025 Bulletin Announcements
Jr. High Fusion Taco Supper: On Wednesday, April 16, we will be having our Jr. High Taco Supper from 5:30-7:00 pm. All are invited to join us for tacos & fellowship. The money raised will go towards their Anchored Catechism Camp in Okoboji in August. Thank you for supporting our youth!
Music Festival: Join us for the Annual Music Festival at First CRC of Edgerton April 13, 2:30 p.m. Southwest Christian’s choirs, along with individual and choral groups from area churches, will present selections during this afternoon of praise. Members of the audience will be invited to join the mass choir for the Hallelujah Chorus. An offering will be collected for Southwest Christian High School (sponsored as a fundraiser by Circle #12).
March 30, 2025 Bulletin Announcements
Jr. High Fusion Taco Supper: On Wednesday, April 16, we will be having our Jr. High Taco Supper from 5:30-7:00 pm. All are invited to join us for tacos & fellowship. The money raised will go towards their Anchored Catechism Camp in Okoboji in August. Thank you for supporting our youth!
Music Festival: Join us for the Annual Music Festival at First CRC of Edgerton April 13, 2:30 p.m. Southwest Christian’s choirs, along with individual and choral groups from area churches, will present selections during this afternoon of praise. Members of the audience will be invited to join the mass choir for the Hallelujah Chorus. An offering will be collected for Southwest Christian High School (sponsored as a fundraiser by Circle #12).
March 23, 2025 Bulletin Announcements
Bloodmobile: There will be a Red Cross blood drive at the First Reformed Church in Edgerton on Monday, March 24 from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m., Please call Betty at 507-227-8416 to make or to confirm an appointment. There is a constant need for blood. Every 2 seconds someone/somewhere in the U.S.A. needs blood. Anyone 16 yrs. or older and in good health is able to donate.
March 16, 2025 Bulletin Announcements
Edge Youth: March 19 at 6:30 PM- All students in grades 9-12 are invited to join us for the Annual Community Youth Night! This year it is held at First Christian Reformed Church. Join us for supper, followed by a time of worship and a guest speaker - Jonathan Pap. We are encouraging students who attend to bring an item for the community food shelf!
Edgerton Food Shelf: Donations are needed to support local families. Non-perishable food, personal care items, and monetary gifts are appreciated. Drop off donations at First Reformed Church. High-need items include peanut butter, cereal, spaghetti, canned goods, toilet paper, and detergent. Checks can be made out to Edgerton Food Shelf. Thank you for your generosity! For more info, contact Art & Sandy Menning, Char Miedema, Brenda Kooi, or Mary Kreun.
March 9, 2025 Bulletin Announcements
Bloodmobile: There will be a Red Cross blood drive at the First Reformed church in Edgerton on Monday, March 24 from 12:30 to 6:30p,m, Please call Betty at 507-227-8416 to make or to confirm an appointment. There is a constant need for blood. Every 2 seconds someone/somewhere in the U.S.A. needs blood. Anyone 16 yrs. or older and in good health is able to donate.
March 2, 2025 Bulletin Announcement
THIS WEDNESDAY: Come support Edge Youth's Mission Trip Fundraiser this Wednesday, March 5. Soup Supper serving from 5:00-6:30 PM. We will be serving 3 homemade soups (Chicken Tortellini, Chili, and Creamy Vegetable) paired with garlic bread and bars! Stay for the donation auction! We have such a great variety of items from food, desserts, to home decor, toys for kids, crocheted hangers and so so so much more! What will you go home with? Looking forward to seeing everyone Wednesday!
Edgerton Food Shelf: The Edgerton Food Shelf is in urgent need of donations to help support individuals and families in our community. We are accepting non-perishable food and personal care items. Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated, allowing us to purchase fresh food and other necessities. Donations can be dropped off at First Reformed Church. Items they are always in need of: peanut butter, jelly, ketchup, Mac n cheese, cereal, spaghetti, pancake mix, syrup, cans of vegetables or fruit, body wash, toilet paper, or detergent. Checks can be made out to: Edgerton Food Shelf. The food shelf meets on the third Saturday of each month to distribute items to those in need. Last month, we fed 185 people. Every donation, big or small, makes a meaningful impact in the fight against hunger. Thank you for your generosity and support! For more information, please contact Art & Sandy Menning, Char Miedema, Brenda Kooi or Mary Kreun.