Stay Connected Through Our Newsletters
At First Reformed Church, we love to stay connected with our congregation throughout the week — not just on Sundays. One of the best ways we do that is through our email newsletters. Whether you’re looking for important announcements, prayer updates, or spiritual encouragement, our newsletters help you stay informed and engaged with the life of our church.
Use the form to subscribe to one or more of our newsletters.
Use the form to subscribe to one or more of our newsletters.
Our Newsletters
All Church Notifications
This periodic newsletter keeps everyone in the loop on important church-wide news. From upcoming sermon series to weather-related changes or other timely announcements, this is the best way to make sure you don’t miss anything essential.
Weekly Devotion
Delivered every Wednesday, the Weekly Devotion newsletter offers a short devotional thought based on the previous Sunday’s sermon. You’ll also find links to a full blog post diving deeper into the topic and a link to watch the sermon online.
Prayer Line
Sent daily (Monday–Friday), the Prayer Line newsletter shares current prayer requests from within our congregation. It’s a simple and meaningful way to join in lifting up the needs of our church family.
This periodic newsletter keeps everyone in the loop on important church-wide news. From upcoming sermon series to weather-related changes or other timely announcements, this is the best way to make sure you don’t miss anything essential.
Weekly Devotion
Delivered every Wednesday, the Weekly Devotion newsletter offers a short devotional thought based on the previous Sunday’s sermon. You’ll also find links to a full blog post diving deeper into the topic and a link to watch the sermon online.
Prayer Line
Sent daily (Monday–Friday), the Prayer Line newsletter shares current prayer requests from within our congregation. It’s a simple and meaningful way to join in lifting up the needs of our church family.
Recent Blog Posts
Blue Christmas - December 14
November 28th, 2025
Sunday, December 14 at 5:30 pm • Fellowship Hall The Christmas season can stir joy, but it can also stir sorrow. If you are walking through grief, loneliness, stress, or any kind of heaviness, we invite you to a quiet, comforting service designed especially for hurting hearts. Our Blue Christmas Service is a gentle time of remembrance, reflection, and hope. Together we share in quiet music, prayer...
Bountiful Table - Donations
November 28th, 2025
The Bountiful Table is our opportunity to come alongside our neighbors and provide a Christmas meal. This year, we also have the privilege of partnering with Guiding Star for a diaper drive initiated by a group of local high school students. Over the next few weeks, donation tags listing needed grocery items will be available at the mission table. Please pick up a tag (or several!) and return the ...
Senior Adults - December 11
November 28th, 2025
Senior Adult Gathering: December 11 Join us on Thursday, December 11 at 2pm in the Chapel for a meaningful afternoon together. Pastor Mark Haverdink will share Sabbatical Impressions and Reflections, offering insights and stories from his recent time away. We’ll also enjoy a festive Christmas Goody Buffet. Please bring a treat to share as we celebrate the season and spend time in community. All se...
Kids Christmas Program: Tell Me a Story
November 28th, 2025
Join us on Sunday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. for this year’s Kids Christmas Program, Tell Me a Story. Our children will take the stage in their cozy pajamas to share the story of Christmas with joy, energy, and wonder. This special evening is a highlight of the season, and we would love for you to be part of it. If you can’t attend in person, the service will be streamed on all of our regular broadc...
Advent 2025 Bible Reading
November 21st, 2025
We invite you to join an Advent Bible Reading Texting Group as we read passages connected to our sermon series, Why Does Advent Matter? Because Jesus changes everything! Advent is a season of waiting and preparing, and these groups offer a simple way to reflect on what Jesus' birth makes possible while staying connected with others. Each Monday through Friday, you will read a short Bible passage f...