September 14, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
Edge Youth Group Kickoff: Get ready for a fun-filled night and help support the high school youth group at our Kickball Fundraiser TONIGHT at the softball field! We will be serving brats, hot dogs, chips, and beans from 5:00-7:00 p.m. for a freewill donation. There will be a short parent meeting at 5:00 p.m. Kickball game starts at 5:30 p.m. Come out for an evening of friendly competition, laughs, and great food. Whether you’re playing in the game or cheering from the sidelines, everyone is welcome to come, eat & play! There will be inflatables for the younger kids. Bring your lawn chairs.
September 7, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
Edge Youth Group Kickoff: Get ready for a fun-filled night and help support the high school youth group at our Kickball Fundraiser on Sunday, September 14 at the softball field! We will be serving brats, hot dogs, chips, and beans from 5:00-7:00 p.m. for a freewill donation. There will be a short parent meeting at 5:00 p.m. Kickball game starts at 5:30 p.m. Come out for an evening of friendly competition, laughs, and great food. Whether you’re playing in the game or cheering from the sidelines, everyone is welcome to come, eat & play! There will be inflatables for the younger kids.
August 31, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
New Director: We are excited to welcome Shawn Ranek as our new high school youth director! She brings a love for Christ, a heart for students, and a desire to walk alongside our youth in their faith journeys. Midweek will kick off on Wednesday, September 17. Please join us in praying for her as she begins this new ministry role.
August 24, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
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.
August 17, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
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.
August 10, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
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.
August 3, 2025 | Bulletin Announcement
Anchored Catechism Camp: Please keep the Jr. High kids in your prayers as they leave for Anchored Catechism Camp tomorrow. They will be leaving the church at 8:30 a.m. It will be held at Camp Okoboji.
Words of Hope: The Words of Hope Devotionals have finally arrived. They are on the table in the Narthex. Thank you for your patience.
July 27, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
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.
July 20, 2025 | Bulletin Announcements
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.
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.