Announcements

A new Adult Christian Education class "Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Your Mouth Shut, The Welcome Mat Out" begins on Sunday, March 2 at 9:45 am in the Chapel. Jay Wielenga will lead us through this 4 week class designed to provides practical advice and hopeful encouragement for navigating this tough yet rewarding transition. Books are available at the Welcome Center.......

New Sermon Series & Reading Plan "Living the New Way" begins on Sunday, March 2. This Lent series from the second half of Mark calls us to reflect deeply on Jesus’ values and compels us to imitate His way of life. Bookmarks with an accompanying reading plan are available at the Welcome Center. Learn more about the sermon series and sign up for a Bible Reading Texting group at frcoc.org/livingthene...

We will have a Video Status Update available Sunday, February 23. The Status Update will include information on upcoming events, ministry updates, consistory nominations, and more. The Status Update will air in our Sanctuary between the services (9:50 AM) with a question and answer time to follow. The status update will also be available on our website on February 23.......

Our Ash Wednesday service is on March 5 at 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary. Join us for a time of repentance and reflection as we begin preparing for the Easter season.  ......

God's heart is moved by you! Join us on Monday nights as we study The Gospel of Mark: The Jesus We're Aching For by Lisa Harper. This study will meet in the Chapel on select Mondays, March 3 - April 28, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Books are $15. Learn more and sign up at frcoc.org/womensstudy.......

Help us keep our First Reformed Church directory up to date by uploading new photos and updating your contact information. How to Update Your Information: Update your information on Church Center at frcoc.churchcenter.com. Visit our church office during office hours (M-Th 8-3; F 8-12). Come see April Beaver at the Welcome Center. Thank you for helping us keep our records accurate and up-to-date......

"No experience has done more to enhance my understanding of scripture - from both a pastoral and scholarly perspective - than spending time in the Holy Land. I want the same experience for you. Join me in November 2025 as we discover Jerusalem, Galilee, Nazareth, and so many other places that staged the greatest story ever!" -- Pastor Tim Breen (Former Lead Pastor at First Reformed Church)Pastor T...

Senior Adults, join us on Thursday, February 13 at 2:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall for "The Ever Present Danger of Scams" with April Beaver, FRC's Director of Digital Ministries.......

College students, join us for a home-cooked breakfast on Sunday mornings from 9:30 - 10:30. We have egg bakes, cinnamon rolls, fruit, yogurt, and more. If you would like to help create and serve the College Breakfast meals, head to frcoc.org/volunteer-signup and check the College Breakfast option.......

Our Adult Christian Education class, Amazed by Creation, begins January 26 at 9:45am in the Chapel. Each week we will have community professionals come and share how their branch of expertise is influenced and designed by God.January 26: Henry Kramer, Unity Christian High School Math TeacherFebruary 2: Professor Cody Rozeveld, Northwestern Biology ProfessorFebruary 9: Kyle Van Wyk, Dordt Universit...

Join our Young Adults on Friday, January 31st at 7:00 pm for a Game Night & a church-wide game of Sardines! If you have questions, please contact Allison Wheeler. ......

It is a privilege to partner with God in prayer, and we would love for you to join us! Our Daily (Mon - Fri) Prayer Line includes specific congregational requests. You can access the Prayer line by: Phone: 712-737-8500 Email: Subscribe at frcoc.org/prayer FRC App: Turn on the Prayer Line notification Have a prayer request? Let us know at frcoc.org/prayer.......

Join us out at Ron J. De Jong's farm (3536 450th Street, Orange City) on on Saturdays, January 18 and February 1 at 8:30 am to cut wood for Corn Creek. Corn Creek is a Native American reserve by Parmelee, South Dakota that we've been supporting for many years. Just a few hours of time can heat their homes for days. ......

Interested in finding out more about FRC?  The FRC Staff would like to invite you to join us for a pizza lunch and a time of exploration at FRC on Sunday, January 26 after the second service at 11:45 am. We will have a tour of our building, a chance for you to meet our staff, and an opportunity to ask any questions. Let us share why we love FRC and how you can join us.Hope to see you there! ......

Our Sunday Evening Gatherings will resume on Sunday, January 5 at 4 pm. These gatherings meet in the Chapel and are a great way to close out Sunday. All gatherings in January and February will meet at 4:00 pm.......

A new Bible reading plan begins on Monday, January 6, to accompany our January - February sermon series The Beatitudes: A New Way to Live. Join with others and get accountability as we read scriptures designed to help us understand the Beatitudes more. It is a great way to start the new year. Sign up for a texting group at frcoc.org/biblereading.......

This will be our first trip as a church to Guaymas, MX.  We will be helping a church plant with their physical building of church facilities so that they are able to have church services meeting at their location.  We are excited about how this partnership will grow over the years and watch them become the light to their community.  ......

Start the year with a study that will help you uncomplicate the daily struggle to put Jesus first. Jesus Over Everything by Lisa Whittle will meet in the Chapel on Mondays, January 6 - February 10, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Each evening, we will watch a short video and discuss reflection questions to encourage us to reprioritize our faith. Sign up at frcoc.org/womensstudy.......

Senior Adults, join us on Thursday, January 9 at 2:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall for "Gettin' Paid - Revenue Flow from Insurances to the Hospital" with Marty Guthmiller, CEO of OCAHS.......

This year our Christmas Eve offering is going to be divided between Whispers of Love, Hope & Joy in Sioux Center and Children of the Promise in Haiti.You can give by writing a check and designate it Christmas Eve offering. You can also select Christmas Eve Offering when you give on our App or at frcoc.org/give. ......