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
Senior Adults - January 8
December 25th, 2025
What’s Happenin’ in Washington, D.C.? Senior adults are invited to join us for a relaxed and informative afternoon together.Dr. Jeff Vander Werff, a political science professor at Northwestern College, will be our guest speaker as we take a look at what’s happening in Washington, D.C. This is a great opportunity to hear from a local professor and stay informed on current events. Thursday, January ...
Sunday Evening Gatherings Resume January 4 at 4pm
December 19th, 2025
Sunday Evening Gatherings resume on Sunday, January 4 at 4:00 pm in the Chapel. During January and February, the service will meet at 4:00 pm before returning to its regular 5:30 pm time in March. This intimate service offers a unique message, prayer, community support, and worship with hymnbooks, making it a meaningful way to close out your Sunday.......
Holiday Schedule Update
December 19th, 2025
Holiday Schedule Update: There will be no Sunday School, Promise Kids, or Wednesday Night Ministries from Sunday, December 21, through Wednesday, December 31. Sunday worship services will continue at 8:30 & 10:30 AM as usual.The Church office will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday, December 24 and 25. The office will also be closed on Thursday, January 1.......
Ignite Youth Leadership Conference
December 19th, 2025
We’re taking a group students to the Ignite Youth Leadership Conference in Des Moines, Mar 13–14. This free trip includes separate middle school and high school teams (grades 7-12), each guided by an adult leader mentor. It’s free, but limited to 12 spots. Selection is based on application answers + leadership engagement. Students can list a friend, but both must apply. More information and applic...
Freezer Meal Ministry
December 19th, 2025
Our Freezer Meal Ministry exists to bless and support anyone in need of a meal—no questions asked. Whether someone is facing a tough time, needs a break from cooking, or simply wants to bless a friend or neighbor, we hope the freezer will always feel like an open door of generosity and grace. The freezer is located in the storage room off of the kitchen and is open to all. You can take a meal for ...