Adult Christian Education

Sunday School classes

What a privilege to continue learning and growing in our understanding of following Jesus and being His ambassadors here and now.
You are invited to participate in one of two learning opportunities offered nestled between the two morning worship times (Sundays, 9:45-10:25 a.m.).

You are welcome to come and learn with the rest of us.

Chapel Class

A variety of speakers and studies are presented to assist us in our faith journeys.
March 1 – “Refined by Fire: God at Work.”  Lori Bloemendaal shares the way God has worked in her life.
March 8-29 – Kate Aberson shares her discoveries from God’s word concerning the beautiful truth of His mercy.
April 5 – Celebration of Jesus’ Resurrection!  No classes.
April 12-19 – “Before I Die I Need To…: Important Tasks to Complete.”  As we move forward, we all come closer to our last days.  What can we do to assist family members for that inevitable time? 

office conference room Class

“Exploring the Heidelberg Catechism.”  This teaching tool was written in many years ago but is still a fruitful guide to our understanding of God’s Word.

Senior Adults

Senior Adults (ages 65+) is a monthly gathering which instructs, encourages and equips seniors in their walk with Jesus and each other.

Meetings usually take place in FRC’s Chapel on the second Thursday of the month (except July) at 2:00 p.m.
March 12 – “Finding the Need, Filling the Need.”  Kathy Lowry, Life Serve Blood Bank Representative, explains the important work of our area’s blood bank.
April 9 – “Planning Tulip Festival: Behind the Scenes.”  Todd Vande Griend, 2025 Tulip Festival’s Steering Committee Chairperson, outlines what is involved with presenting an O.C. Tulip Festival.
May 21 – Games with the Prairie Ridge Residents.  Here is an opportunity to reach out to others who enjoy company.  Today we meet in the Prairie Ridge Community Room.
June 11 – “From Hair Dressing to Dog Grooming” with Connie Van Wyk and Jake the Dog.
July – No gathering.
August 13 – Piano Concert by Duane Beeson.
September 20 – “Balancing Law and Grace.”  Former City Attorney Loren Veldhuizen tells us the challenges and joys of upholding the law and following Jesus.
October 8 – “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia.”  Erica Eikern, Sioux City’s Alzheimer’s Association Representative, helps us understand the implication of this common malady among so many people.
November 12 – “Grocery Supply Challenges: Getting Food to Us.”  Orange City’s Fareway Manager Micah Hagen gives us a peek into the complexity of grocery supply and demand.
December 10 – “Christmas Party and Gift Exchange” with Game Hostess Leanne Bonnecroy.  Everyone brings a wrapped $5 gift and we will play to give and get a gift.  Bring also a plate of goodies to share with the rest of us.
Looking for more information or want to suggest a class, contact Tom Hydeen below.