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First Reformed Church, Sioux Falls, SD | August, 2018

“The First Edition”

of First Reformed Church

Sioux Falls, SD

August 2018

“Connect with others, Grow in faith, and

Be Transformed by the Holy Spirit”

Inside this issue...

“You Are Needed” .……....1 August Calendar ..…....…..2 August Opportunities......3 August Birthday.........…...4 and Anniversaries Volunteer Info ..…...........5 Wed Volunteer Info........6 Directory Pictures ………..7 Feeding SD, Youth………..8 Thank You, Financial ......9 Sept Events.....…………….10 FRC Youth…….….……......11 Community Oppor.……..12 Treasurer’s Report ....….13 Directory .….…….…..…….14

You Are Needed

It is the midst of summer. But, fall is just around the corner and we have begun the fall ministry recruitment! Yes, FRC’s Children’s Ministry will soon start.

To be successful, many volunteers are needed. Now, don’t stop reading just yet. At many times it hasn’t always been easy to find volunteers for these programs. Peo-ple are busy and have other commitments. We understand that. But, we also know that these children’s programs won’t exist if people don’t volunteer.

Would you consider volunteering? If you think about it, the time commitment is very minute in relation to the rest of your week. And, this small time commitment will make a difference in a child’s life.

Let’s first talk about Sunday School. This fall, we are trying something a little differ-ent, a little out of the box in Children’s Sunday School (ages Preschool-5th grade). The program is entitled “Journey”. The different journeys the children will take through the end of 2018 are: Journey in Faith (September & October), Journey in Thankfulness (November), and Journey to Bethlehem (December).

What happens each Sunday? The kids will all gather in the theater room for music and a brief scripture reading. From there, they will be divided into two groups, the younger kids and older kids, where a video will be available to help further tell the story, as well as discussion questions and there is also other teaching tools to help the leader facilitate the classroom. What we need is a “workshop leader” and “helper” for each age group. Ideally, what we are looking for is people to sign up for a month at a time. And, to help with schedules and planning this year, Sunday School will not be held on the last Sunday of each month.

Now, for Adventure Kids, being a leader is very similar to being a leader in Sunday School, except that it is on Wednesday evening. Your main purpose as a leader will be to discuss the lesson with the kids and guide and assist your group of kids in crafts and games. This year we are trying something different too. What we are do-ing is breaking the year up into two semesters, like a school year, for the leaders. You will be able to commit to the fall semester (Sept-Dec), the winter semester (Jan-April), or the whole year (Sept-April).

Obviously, we are unable to explain what is involved with all of the areas in our Children’s ministry on this page. On pages 5 & 6 of this newsletter, we have given brief descriptions for all of the volunteer areas. We will be glad to answer any additional questions you may have.

Don’t hesitate and volunteer to serve! You will be blessing our children and you will be blessed as well.

Pastor Steve & Janet

Sunday’s

@ FRC

8:30 am

Traditional Service

10:30 am

Contemporary

Service


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To locate the calendar, please go to the home page of the church website



1st Sundays This Summer

On the 1st Sunday of the month in August and September

One Worship service @

10:00 am

Sunday, August 5th

Dog Days of Summer

10:00 am Worship

at Sertoma Park

Everyone, including your

family dog, welcome

Meal in the park shelter immediately following worship

Sunday,

September 2nd

Back 2 School Ready 2 Grow

10:00 am Worship

The kids are back in school and are ready to grow. Are you ready to

grow?

Join us this Sunday as we share many opportunities on how you can “grow” in your faith this fall.

Also, since kids will be back in school by this Sunday, we wanted to do something special for

the families in our community.

That is why for the month of August and commencing on September 2nd, we will be holding a drive for Feeding

South Dakota. Turn to page 8 for a list of all the items you can donate and more information.

Senior Bible Study @ Meadowstone

Monday, August 6th

10:00 am Meets the 1st Monday of the month

Young Adult Campout

August 10th - 12th Newton Hills State Park, Canton, SD

Even if you aren’t camping at the campout,

you are invited to carpool up on Saturday, Aug. 11th.

Contact Tanner or Lisa if you are interested in car pooling.

Sunday, August 12 Gospel Gold

Join us on Sunday, August 12th as the

Gospel Gold quartet will be singing at the

8:30 am Traditional worship service.



August Birthdays and Anniversaries

3 Harper Lathan

5 Jeff Christensen

Carl Wynja

6 Ryan Hutchinson

7 Gaylene Christensen Dameon Foltz

8 Carrie Brandsma Zendaya Eberline 9 Crystal Stonesifer

10 Orrenzo Lee Austin Temple

12 Rita King 13 Leo Bosma 14 Vince Yusten

15 Mari Perrenoud

16 Carol Gebauer Delores Van Gelder Tanner DeWitt

19 Tim Ageton Vernon Reemtsma Lonnie VanGelder Nancy Meyerink Savannah VanDyk

20 John Marshall Greg Vinzant

21 Jacqueline Erickson

22 Hannah Lias

23 Sophie Westra

27 Frances Veenhof Becky Lundgren

28 Judy Bosma Jeremy Mettler Stuart VanNoort Ryan Larsen Crystal Erickson

If we missed your birthday, please, notify the office so we can update our records and include you next year.

Anniversaries

1 Collin & Jenna DeWitt

4 Jeff & Judy Spaans

7 Steve & Patti Kuck Shaun & Amy Drummond

8 Tyler & Holly Edblom

9 Mark & Julie Zweep

11 Steve & Lori Ontjes

12 David & Dawn VanNieuwenhuyzen Andy & Jessica Powell

15 Mark & Tessa Van Dyk

19 Ralph & Carol Gebauer

20 Jeff & Gaylene Christensen Jason & Amber Burns Randy & Katie Lathan Dick & Ruth VanHolland

23 Matt & Tina Beal

24 Dwight & Linda Schuld

31 Layne & Lisa Drenth

29 Jodi Burbach Kurt Schneiderman

30 Carmen Doppenberg Lyle Kroon Jessica Sandahl Jessica Schneiderman Karen Rush

31 Cheryl Prins



Volunteer

Opportunities

If you would like to volunteer, contact Janet (254-5646)

TODAY or sign up under the “Serve” tab of FRC’s website.

Also, Janet would love to answer any questions you may

have about these ministries.

Children’s Ministry

Sunday Morning 9:30 - 10:15 am

Music Leader: Leads children Preschool-5th grade in music 10 –15 minutes at the begin-

ning of the Sunday School hour.

Sunday School Workshop Leader: After music, the leader for each group explores

the story and facilitates group lesson discussion. Classroom time is 25-30 minutes.

Ideally each leader would lead a month at a time, if possible. Sunday School will not be held on the last Sunday of

each month.

Sunday School Workshop Helper: This individual would assist the Workshop leader. We strongly encourage

parents of Sunday School age kids to be a helper or even a leader. Ideally, each helper would lead a month at a time,

if possible.

Sunday Morning During Worship

Sprouts in Worship Leader (10:30 service): This ministry is for kids ages 2-4 years old. Each week two leaders

work together to lead the children in a fun learning environment through lesson and games during the 10:30 am

worship service. All lessons and materials are provided. Individuals will lead once a month from September-May.

Children & Worship Leader: We are always looking for additional faces in this ministry. This is a ministry that

takes place during the second half of the worship services and ministers to children ages 5 - 2nd grade. Contact Janet

for more information.

Children & Worship Helper: This individual would assist the Children & Worship leader; youth and adults

welcome!

Nursery Attendant: Nursery is provided for children infant through age 3 at both worship services. We are looking

for individuals who are able to care for these children during either worship service.

Additional Volunteer Opportunities

Greeters: Help us welcome guests and members to both worship services.

Coffee Servers (10:30 service): We are in need of a few more individuals who would be a part of the coffee minis-

try for the 10:30 service. For this, you would be part of a rotation basis (approximately every 4-6 weeks).



Wednesday Evening Volunteer Opportunities

Adventure Kids Wednesday Evening 6:15 - 7:45 pm

New this year: Adventure Kids leaders have the choice of committing to the fall semester (Sept-Dec), the winter/

spring semester (Jan-April), or the whole year (Sept-April).

Adventures Kids (K - 5th grade) Leaders: Looking for adults to lead a group (boys or girls grades 2-3 or 4-5 and K-

1 boys and girls). Each week the leader leads kids with their small group discussion (about 10-15 minutes) after a 7

minute lesson video. Discussion questions and material are all provided and the video gives a great overview. Lead-

ers will also go with the group to craft and game time to assist.

Adventure Kids Recreation: We are looking for an individual or couple to rotate weeks with another couple, in

other words only every other week. This involves leading games (various games and supplies are provided in our

game room) for the different groups as they rotate through approximately 15-20 minutes of game time per group.

Same game, just modified for the different age levels.

Craft Helper: We need someone to assist the craft leader during the kids craft time each evening. However, if you

love crafts and want to lead the crafts each Wednesday evening, we would love to have you involved.

Nursery Attendant: Nursery is provided for children of those who help with Adventure Kids as well as children of

those attending the various studies. We are looking for individuals who would assist in nursery during the Wednesday

evening time (6:15 - 7:45 pm). This year, we would like to have 2 teams of 2 people to be in nursery on a rotation ba-

sis. FYI: This is a crucial need because some of our Adventure Kids leaders use nursery. If we do not have nursery, we

may not have some leaders.

If you would like to volunteer, contact Janet (254-5646) TODAY or sign up under the “Serve” tab of FRC’s

website. Janet would love to answer any questions you may have about these ministries as well.



Prayer Groups

Everyone is invited to join these prayer groups which meet in FRC’s Prayer Room

Every Wednesday: 6:30 am Early Morning Prayer Group

Every other Wednesday: 5:30 pm August 15th & 29th

Men’s Prayer Group

Adult Sunday School Guide Meet each Sunday morning

9:40 - 10:10 am in Room 12 of the Education Wing Contact Jim Westra to learn more

Small Groups Based on the Current Sermon Series

2 groups currently meeting in the summer Ladies group: 7:00 pm on Sunday at Caribou

Early morning group: 6:30 am on Tuesday at US Bank

More small groups beginning in September

Church Photo Directory Pictures

New church families, new family members, a death in the family, no family picture, or old family pictures- these are some of the reasons why FRC will be making a new church photo directory.

And, we hope you will be a part of the new photo directory!

Beginning August 13th, we will be taking family photos right here at FRC for the new directory.

All members should have received a letter in the mail with information about the new photo directory. If you lost or misplaced the letter, you can view the letter on the “FRC member” section of the website.

Now, we hope all of you take the next step and either sign up for a photog-raphy session or submit a family photo.

Photography Dates and Times Are: Monday, August 13, 2018 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Monday, August 20, 2018 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 22, 2018 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Sunday, August 26, 2018 9:35 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.

Wednesday, September 5, 2018 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

(This is also the night of the 50’s Drive In) Sunday, September 16, 2018 9:35 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.

Sunday, September 23, 2018 9:35 a.m. - 10:25 a.m. Sunday, September 30, 2018 9:35 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.

All photos will be taken right here at the church in the kitchenette (which is located in the Education wing or north-east of the sanctuary). And, we promise the pictures will only take a couple of minutes. How to Sign Up To Have Your Family Photo Taken 1. Sign up at the Welcome Table in the front foyer of the church on a Sunday in August. 2. Sign up online on FRC’s website: www.firstreformedsfsd.com under the “Connect” and “Directory” tabs beginning August 8th.

Church Families:

You are a part of FRC’s family

and your participation is critical!

Sign up today to get your family

picture taken!



August Food Drive

Feeding South Dakota

In SD today, there are families who find themselves without enough money to purchase food.

And, you can help!

During the month of August and commencing on Sunday, September 2nd, we are collecting items for Feeding South Dakota.

What can you donate? Jarred & Canned Goods Boxed Goods Household & Personal Care Items

There are several items under each of these categories. A complete list of the items can be found under the “Serve” tab of FRC’s website as well as in the church fellowship hall.

Where do I put the donated items? You can place your donations in the shopping cart in the church fellowship hall.

What is FRC’s goal for this food drive? Our goal is to fill one grocery cart a week - or 4 or more grocery carts total.

So, please join us as we help feed South Dakota

Big Soo Coupon Book

Fundraiser

Cost: $42.00 per

book

$10.00 per book goes

back to FRC’s youth

program

Over $12,000 in instant savings!

Summer 2018 Youth Trips



Thank You

We just want to shout out a huge thank you! All who helped, donated, baked, etc., It takes many hands and feet to pull off a rummage sale like that. The funds ($1,280) will be used for 26 new backpacks, school supplies, shoes, and uni-forms. This is a huge blessing.

Curt & Kelly VanEkeren

The Good Life Grace is easy. Life is hard. So follow Jesus if you must, seek the face of God if you must, but don’t be surprised if, after a while, it feels like you’ve been battling angels in the darkness. Seeking God’s face in a fallen world is not the easy life; it’s the good life, and a good life is always a life of worthwhile stories and worthwhile struggles.

Summer Office Hours

Summer office hours at the church may vary from time to time. Please call ahead if you plan on coming to the church in the afternoon or on a Friday to make sure we are available.

Monthly Special Offering

$1,106.00 was donated by the Congregation for the June special offering to Union Gospel Mission. Our sincere thanks to all who donated.

2018 Special Offering Schedule August - Hope Haven September - Steve & Brittany M October - Diana Langerock November - Open December - West Haven/Robins Nest Orphanages

To donate, please use one of the “Special Offering” envelopes located at the entrances or in the pews.

Notes From FRC Deacons

Weekly Averages through June 30, 2018

General & Capital Improvements Fund 2018 Budget: $11,474.12 Receipts: $10,288.72 Expenses: $10,759.17

Building Debt Reduction 2018 Budget: $ 923.08 Receipts: $ 876.04

Nursery

Just a gentle reminder to please report to the nursery 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the service if you are serving in nursery. Also, if you are unable to serve on the Sunday you are sched-uled and are unable to find a replacement, please contact Janet Anthes @ 254-5646.

This Month’s Nursery Schedule

Aug. 12: 8:30 - C Doppenberg, S DeWitt 10:30 - W Schalekamp, R Headley, C Hegstad Aug. 19: 8:30 - C Sperl, J Anthes 10:30 - T Mans, P Kuck, S VerMeer Aug. 26: 8:30 - M & A DeWitt 10:30 - C Stonesifer, C Hughes, M Jenkins Sept. 2: 10:00 - G Christensen, L & L Drenth

2019 Elder/Deacon Nominations

From the Congregation

The Nominations committee is beginning its work compiling a list of nominees for elder and deacon for the 3 year term starting in January 2019. If you know of someone who would be called to serve as an elder or deacon, during the month of August, you are en-couraged to fill out elder/deacon ballots and place them in the boxes located in the front foyer and fel-lowship hall. You may nominate as many people as you wish.

Unsure of the Biblical Qualifications for and Elder or Deacon? We have put sheets on the tables by the nomination boxes which explain the qualifications.



Sunday, September 9th

Kick Off Sunday

10:00 am

Guest artist and speaker, John Warden

Art in Worship

Potluck following (chicken provided) Families with last names beginning A-H, bring a dessert to share

Families with last names beginning I - Z, bring a salad to share



“Igniting a fellowship of

youth to grow and share

the love of Christ.”

FRC Youth Ministry

6th - 12th grade youth

Hy-Vee Card Sales on Sunday

08/05: No Sales 08/12: Klein 08/19: Kriens 08/26: Lammers

You’re Invited to the Youth Ministry Fall Launch!

Who: Incoming 6th-12th graders & their families

Why: To join together for fun, food, and fellowship as we seek God’s will in this new school year of youth ministry!

What to bring: A game to play (yard game or board game), money for dinner (suggested donation for the Famous

Dave’s dinner is $5-$10/person), your friends, and parents—please bring your calendar.

About the location: The address will lead you to the First Reformed Church, please enter through the east doors!

Please email RSVP to Tanner by August 27th ([email protected])

Looking forward to seeing your family on August 29rd!

Save the Date

50’s Drive In Fundraiser

Wednesday,

September 5th 5 - 7:30 pm

First fundraiser of the year for the youth group

August 2018

NO Youth Group on August 8, 15, & 22



Wednesday, September 19th

Mark Schultz American Reformed Church

Luverne, MN

Mark Schultz will be performing in Luverne, MN on Sep-tember 19th @ 7:30 pm. Tickets are available at the church office, Wildflowers Coffee Boutique, and online at itickets.com. $20 for adults and $10 for ages 18 and un-der. Proceeds will benefit the Luverne Child Guide Pro-gram and the Luverne Backpack Program.

Hope Haven Manager of Church and Public Relations

Hope Haven is looking to hire a leader who seeks more than a job, but a calling to work through your belief as a Christ-centered per-son of faith.

Please contact Mark Siemonsma at msiemons@hopehaven,org for more infor-mation or go to www.hopehaven.org/careers.



The Treasurer’s Report is not available online for the general public. FRC members can see a copy of the report in the My FRC section of this website.



First Reformed Church 4800 S. Tomar Road, Sioux Falls SD 57108

Phone: 605-338-1553 Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone Prayer Line: 605-338-1553 Option #2

Email: [email protected]

The Consistory

Deadline for article submission for the First Edition : The third Sunday of the month unless otherwise published.

Website

www.firstreformedsfsd.com

Each week, both worship services can be viewed live or any day of the week that works with your sched-ule. All links can be found on FRC’s website.

Elders

2018 Earl Brown Dennis Olsen, Clerk Jim Westra

2019 Darcy VanGorp Galen Versteeg

2020 Mari Perrenoud Carl Wynja, Vice President

Deacons

2018 Brandon Kinney Timothy Klein, Treasurer Linda Olsen

2019 Bill Blewett Jay Headley, Asst Treasurer

2020 Luke Boe Mark DeWitt

Sunday Morning’s

8:30 am & 10:30 am Worship

(10:00 am Worship on the 1st Sunday of the month in the summer)

For Children During Worship

In the Early Childhood Center (see the signs behind the sanctuary)

For Infants - 3 years old - Staffed Nursery

How to Contact your Church Staff:

Pastor Steve Anthes - Pastor of Education & Spiritual Growth - 351-2685; email: [email protected]

Pastor Ken Eberline –Pastor of Administration & Worship - 261-3150; email: [email protected]

Tanner Mans - Director of Youth Ministries - 370-2743; Email: [email protected]

Lyle Kroon - Traditional Service Worship Coordinator-335-1624; email: [email protected]

Tuakah Whiangar - Contemporary Service Worship Coordinators

Janet Anthes - Connect & Volunteer Coordinator - 254-5646; email: [email protected]

Lisa Drenth - Office Manager-338-1553; email: [email protected]

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