May 2016 - First Reformed Church

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Staff’s Perspective—1-2
Spotlight On: Consistory—3
Consistory News & Notes—3
FRC in Ministry—3-4
FRC in Mission—5
FRC in Fellowship—6
FRC News—7
Appreciation—7
In Memory—8-9
Opportunities to Serve—10-12
Birthdays & Anniversaries—13
FRC Calendar—14
Prayer Calendar—15
Introducing
JOSIE MOSS...
We are over-the-moon excited to welcome Josie Moss to the staff of FRC as
our part-time Coordinator in Children’s Ministries! As we always do with new
team members, we introduce her to you through a little informal interview…
Pastor Tim
1. Let's get the Dutch Bingo out of the way first: Tell us a little bit about your personal history,
career journey to this point, and how you may or may not be related to Seine Bolks, the first
pastor of FRC.
I grew up not too far from here in Hull. My love for the outdoors led me to get a degree in Landscape Design
and then after a few years of designing, we decided as poor newly weds I needed a more steady income and
started at Siouxland Travel. We lived here a year, took a year hiatus from NW Iowa all the way in Eastern
First Reformed Church
420 Central Avenue NW
Orange City, Iowa 51041
712-737-4909
www.frcoc.org
firstreformedorangecity@gmail.com
Iowa, and then came back to Orange City after Derrick accepted the position of Head Athletic Trainer at
Northwestern College (go Raiders!) and I got my old job back at Siouxland Travel.
My parents are Ted and Lois Salazar of Hull. Most of the Dutch bingo comes from my mom's side as she is
daughter of Jim and Betty Sikma, cousin to Bev Vande Griend, and an aunt to Ryan Dokter through her first
marriage. Unless Bev and Ryan know something I don't, I think the closest relation to a Bolks is very distantly
through the Moss side, but I believe that is the Henry Bolks family. My favorite thing about moving to Orange
City has been discovering how many "new" relatives I've acquired over the last few years!
2. You've been involved in all kinds of ministries at FRC over the past months and years. Share
with us a little bit about how you and Derrick have been plugged in.
Derrick and I both fell in love with FRC through the incredible opportunities of worship God provides in this
church. I obviously love to be involved in praise and worship and Children's Ministries, but more recently, we've
been really plugged in through our small group. We love the more intimate environment, and the chance that we
Glorify God
Know Christ
Make Him Known
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get to connect with members of the church in all different stages of life. We've developed great friendships
through small group, and have grown so much in our relationship with Christ over the last year because of it.
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Staff’s Perspective
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3. What will your new responsibilities at FRC include?
I will be serving as leader of Preschool - Grade 5 Sunday School, Children's Worship, and the 3-5 Kids Connection and I am SO excited to start working with the
children of FRC and developing their relationship in Christ!
4. Speak about your sense of call to work with kids. How has God
laid that vision on your heart?
I.Love.Kids. I always have! Throughout my entire adulthood, God has been working
in my heart and developing my passion for Children's Ministry through many
years of working Vacation Bible Schools, volunteering in Sunday School programs,
and most recently, getting to know the youth of FRC through Cherub Choir- and
boy do I love those kids! It wasn't until the the start of the new year that God
hit me over the head with His will for my life. Life is short and I want to spend
my time on this earth making an impact and planting seeds in the hearts of our children so they can have the all consuming amounts of joy that I feel when
I learn about God's promise of salvation to His children.
5. What does the opportunity to lead in an entirely new ministry facility mean for you?
The support of Project 78 has made it evident to me that our church places high value on Children's Ministry and community outreach. I am both excited
and incredibly honored to be able to be part of the great things God is doing in our church! I am so thankful for the amount of trust that our congregation
has in me to be able to work with the leaders in our church to shape the new ministry facility into something amazing.
6. Do you have an opinion on pickles wrapped in dried beef?
People who know me know that my love for pickles goes beyond the occasional appetizer or veggie platter. I've won many bets by drinking a jar of pickle
juice, and if given the decision I would choose to eat pickles over just about any other food. The fact that someone so cleverly put the combination of dill
pickles, cream cheese, and dried beef together is the greatest idea ever introduced to the food industry. P.S. I have a really good pickle dip recipe if anyone
wants to take it a step further.
A concert of Favorite Anthems
Sunday, May 1st
5:30 PM
The Sanctuary Choir will be presenting a Concert of Favorite Anthems. The
over-arching theme for the concert is found in the text of the first anthem
the choir presents, “Jesus is the Living Stone”. All the anthems used in the service
come from the images and Biblical truths in the text. This will be the final appearance of the Sanctuary Choir for this school year.
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Spotlight On: Consistory / Consistory News & Notes / FRC in Ministry
In an attempt to acquaint the congregation with our church leaders, we will give a brief profile of one elder and one deacon
each month. This month we feature….
Elder Craig Pennings—”Craig is in his 2nd year as Elder and serves on the Gathering Team. He works at Diamond Vogel
Paints and is the Purchasing Manager there; he is married to Leah (Transitional Kindergarten teacher @ MOC-FV) and they
have been blessed with 3 children – Juliana, Colin, and Carter. “
Deacon Grant Hegstad—”My name is Grant Hegstad, and soon I will begin my third year as a deacon. I also serve on the
Spiritual Vitality Ministry Team. My wife Jen and I both teach in the MOC-Floyd Valley School District. She teaches 3rd
grade at Hospers Elementary, and I teach Special Education and coach football at the high school. We have one
daughter, Megan, who will turn one this summer.”
Consistory News & Notes—March
Membership Requests:
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Request for Transfer:
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Dorothy Karssen, to American Reformed Church
Thursday, May 5th
12 Noon-1 PM
City Hall Community Room (lower level)
A nation that prays is a nation that is blessed.
Come together with others who are praying for our leaders, our nation, our world.
Come and go, stay and pray as long as you wish.
This event is sponsored by the O.C. Noon-time Prayer Fellowship.
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FRC in Ministry
What is your passion? Whatever it is, we can probably
match it up with a need here at FRC. Just contact the
church office (737-4909) or a staff member and let us know
how your heart desires to impact the Kingdom.
Do you know someone
The Connections Team
is looking for volunteers to greet
and welcome FRC’s guests!
?
Please contact Ken Oldenkamp
(712) 756-4233 if you can help.
Let the church office ,
or someone on the
Connections Team know!
Ladies, are you looking for a day out?
Well, we have just the thing for you!
On Wednesday, August 3rd, the church bus will be taking us to the Women’s Luncheon at Arrowwood Resort at Okoboji! This 1 PM luncheon is part of the Okoboji Bible & Missionary Conference. The
Speaker is Tammy Trent.
Tammy Trent was a familiar voice on Christian radio in the ‘90s, but on September 11, 2001,
her songs ceased for a time. Tammy stepped away from the spotlight to heal after the tragic
death of her husband while on a mission trip. One year later she returned as a featured
speaker at the Extraordinary Women’s Conference and was also asked to share the Women of
Faith platform for 4 years. During that time, Tammy also became a featured speaker, singer
and author for The Revolve Tour for teen girls for 2 years. Her personal story of tragedy,
restoration, healing and hope crosses over generational lines and her music inspires all ages,
bringing strength and renewed joy.
The cost is $25, which includes the luncheon ticket and bus ride. We will leave church at 10:45 AM
and should be back in Orange City by 5:30 PM. Please reserve your spot by June 1st, by contacting
the church office, so tickets can be ordered. (This event sells out quickly.)
Questions? - contact Sue Korver, (737-8581)
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FRC in Mission
A FEW FINAL REMINDERS:
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Those working the closing shift each day should clean up their work area
Extra pies/bars are welcome – no soft pies, please! Use foil pans or please label
If you cannot work your shift, please find your own replacement
If you could work an extra shift in case someone else falls out, please call Jamie De Jong at 712737-3593.
Monetary donations are to be dropped in the Welcome Center drop box. $25 if you are unable to
work and $25 if you are unable to bring pies. Checks should be made out to “Women’s Ministries”
There are not free meals for workers.
There is not a dress code aside from “appropriate”. We are a reflection of our community (please,
no short shorts)
Our stand is again located in the 1st Impact building. We appreciate the support you have given us in the
past and hope that will continue again this year. The phone number of the food stand is 737-8628.
A big Thank You to all of you who so willingly give of your time and talents in assisting at the stand in so
many ways. Without the help of everyone, our stand could not continue to serve the needs of visitors and
others who so appreciate that we are serving the community in this way.
2016 Tulip Festival Stand Committee
Grant & Jennifer Hegstad
Doug & Jamie De Jong
Linda De Smit
Scott De Kock
Butch & Karen Maassen
John & Dianne Van Wyk
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FRC in Fellowship
Heartland Strategy Mixer
May 2016
Group 1
Group 2
Group 3
John & Lisa Lambert, 737-3426
Ken & Mary Oldenkamp, (712) 756-4233
Dale & Mary Wurpts, 737-4401
Pete & Sylvia Humme, 737-2903
Linda De Smit, 737-3776
and June Van Oort, 737-8732
Jerry & Donna Muilenburg, 707-9927
Rog & Dianne De Haan, 737-3331
Wilbur & JoAnn De Jong, 707-4540
Gene & Thelma Haverdink, 707-8179
Group 4
Group 5
Group 6
Cliff & Geneva Korver, 737-4666
Sue Korver, 737-8581
and Idelle Vogel, 737-4339
George & Marcia Kooinga, 737-9010
Arlin & Glenda Brenneman, 737-4069
Dale & Cheryl Hiemstra, 737-3877
Al & Linda Donaldson, 737-3104
Elma Hiemstra, 737-8562
and Kristi Hiemstra, (712) 441-0478
Ray & Dianne Raak, 737-3366
Harlan & Twila Oolman, 737-3326
Group 7
Group 8
Group 9
Harlan & Phyllis De Haan, 737-2418
Herm & Grace Oldenkamp, 707-8657
Tom & Carla Hydeen, 737-2544
Orville & Marge Beltman, 737-4232
Bill & Kathy Van Marel, 707-4212
Art & Lorna Ter Horst, 737-4604
Marve & Helen Huisman, 707-7783
Gerald & Marilyn Bruxvoort, 707-4458
Whiz & Jackie Punt, 737-4790
Group 10
Bus & Alice Ver Steeg, 737-4621
Harlan & Janice Van Roekel, 707-2530
Joyce Baker, (712) 541-7785
and Myrtle Kiel, 737-8524
Contact Ken & Mary Oldenkamp, (712) 756-4233, or John & Lisa Lambert, 737-3426, if you are interested in joining the
Heartland Strategy Mixer. You may join any time. If you do not know how to play, you can learn. All ages are welcome.
The top name in each group is the host and should arrange with the others in the group a date and time to play during the
month. ***If the host has not contacted you in a timely manner, please contact the host.*** We are suggesting each group try
to play 3 games. Watch the FOCUS for next month’s pairing.
If you need a substitute, please contact Joyce Baker, (712) 541-7785, Paul & Elaine De Jong, 737-2116, Marv & Joyce
Huisman, 737-8069, Lori Rowenhorst, 737-8377, Dennis Vande Brake, (712) 567-3562, Denny & Lynne Vander Broek, 7378410, Randy Van Peursem, 707-4054, or another Heartland Strategy player or congregation member.
HAVE FUN!!!
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FRC News / Appreciation
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Library News
It’s hard to believe that we are at the end of our year at Kids’
Connection. Once again, we thank you for all the ways you
have supported this ministry. We praise God for the times you
prayed for us and the children who come through our doors.
We thank Him for the generosity you have shown through your
donations of snack items, baked goods and beverages. We
are humbled by the amount of time you give as volunteers to
this important ministry to the children of Orange City. Thank
you.
Always Watching #1—Lynette Eason
Becoming Bea #4—Leslie Gould
Brides Of Pinecraft #1-4—Shelley Shephard Gray
If I Run—Terri Blackstock
Playing The Part #3—Jen Turano
Room For Hope #2—Kim Vogel Sawyer
Step By Step #2—Candace Calvert
The Goodbye Bride #2—Denise Hunter
The Inn At Ocean’s Edge #1—Colleen Coble
Mermaid Moon #2—Colleen Coble
Undercover Bride #2—Margaret Brownley
Calico Spy #3—Margaret Brownley
Thank you very much for the expressions of sympathy after the
death of our brother, Howard. A special thanks to Pastor Mark
for his encouraging visit. We are so grateful to be part of this
loving church family.
Arlin & Glenda Brenneman
Thank you for the prayers, cards and Pastor Mark’s visits
during this time of loss of our mother and grandmother, Mary
Kamies.
John Kamies
John & Lisa Lambert
Thank you to the many volunteers who helped in various
ways for the Wednesday night suppers. From set up to
Thank you for the prayers, cards, phone calls and visits durcounting to serving to clean up—there were always willing
ing my time in the hospital in Sioux Falls and Orange City. A
hands whenever asked. A special thank you to Mark &
special thanks to Pastor Tim, Pastor Mark and Tom for their
Lynnette Schuller for coordinating each meal and gathering
encouraging visits. I feel so blessed to be back home again
groceries as well as preparing meals along with Phil & Star
and continue to trust in the Lord for healing and strength.
Van Gelder, Patty De Kock, Judy Cleveringa, Pastor Tim,
Rena Van Dyke
Ardith De Jong and Randy & Bev VanDe Griend. A special
To my church family, I would like to express my humble thanks
thank you to Galen Kleinwolterink and Ken Oldenkamp for his
willingness to set up and clean up each week. What a blessing for all the calls, visits, cards and food brought in during and after
my recent surgery. Most of all, I thank God for such an uplifting
for our church family to enjoy food and fellowship each week!
The Gathering Team of prayers on my behalf. Prayers always carry us through.
Thanks, also, to Pastor Mark for his visits.
Anna Beth Vermeer
Elizabeth Doppenberg
is now in #5 at Franken Manor
Howard Hop
Landsmeer
1007 7th Street NE #104
Bertha Kleinhesselink
Pleasant Acres
309 Railroad Street
Hull 51239
Whiz & Jackie Punt
1414 Elm Court #254
Sheldon 51201
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Lenora Van Peursem
Whispering Creek Senior Community
2609 Nicklaus Boulevard
Sioux City 51106
Bus & Alice Ver Steeg
601 14th Street SE
CORRECTION—
Casey & Gladys Korver are in
Landsmeer #315 (not #305)
In Memory
Lois Rensink, age 97, of Orange City passed away on Monday, March 28, 2016
at the Orange City Area Health System.
There was a memorial service on Friday, April 1, at 11:30am at the First Reformed Church in
Orange City, with the Rev. Mark Haverdink officiating. Interment was prior to the service at
Memory Gardens Cemetery in Sioux Center. There was a family prayer service on Friday at
10:00am at the Oolman Funeral Home in Orange City.
Visitation was after 4:00pm on Thursday, with the family present from 6:00pm to 8:00pm, at the
funeral home.
Lois Augusta was born on September 19, 1918, in Ash Creek, Minnesota, the daughter of
James E. and Rocina (De Boer) Van Gorp. In 1920 her family moved to a farm southeast of Rock Rapids, near Edna. Three
years later they moved to a farm south of Hull, where she graduated from the public high school in 1936. She then worked
at the Nymeyer “Our Own Hardware” store for four years.
On Christmas of 1939 she became engaged to Cornie J. Rensink and they were married on March 21, 1940 at the American Reformed Church in Hull. They farmed near Middleburg for 26 years before he passed on January 31, 1967 at the age
of 52.
Lois remained on the farm for another two years and then moved to Orange City. For 13 ½ years, she was employed at the
Tri-State Livestock Company until 1981. She also assisted cooking at Dinner Date.
On June 1, 2012, she moved to the Landsmeer Ridge Retirement Community in Orange City. On March 10 of this year,
she became a resident of Prairie Ridge.
Lois was currently a member of the First Reformed Church in Orange City, where she belonged to the Reformed Church
Women’s Ministries, the Priscilla Circle and participated in the Senior Citizens group. In earlier years, she belonged to the
American Reformed Church in Hull and the First Reformed Church in Sioux Center where she taught catechism classes
from 1968 to 1975.
For 14 years, she was a 4-H leader for the Welcome Peppy Pals club. She was named Sioux County Homemaker of the
Year in the late 1950’s.
Lois enjoyed league bowling, crocheting, knitting, painting china, playing cards, reading and spending winters in Mesa, Arizona for twelve years.
Survivors include her two daughters and their husbands; LaVonne and John R. Schelling of Sioux Center; and Ruth and
Warren Dekkers of Orange City; nine grandchildren: Jim (Lynn) Schelling, Sue (Rich) Leaverton, Carl (Kelly) Schelling, Scott
(Vicki) Schelling, Dan Dekkers and special friend
Sara Peterson, Laura (Vern) Wallace, Brad (Sheila) Dekkers, Bryan (Deanne) Dekkers, and Joanie (Jeff) Harding; twenty six
great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; a sister and her husband, Eunice and Don Van Der Weide; a sister-inlaw, Joan Van Gorp; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by four brothers and sisters-in-law, Marvin (Gert) Van
Gorp, Earl (Wilma) Van Gorp, Phillip Van Gorp, and Albert (Dorothy) Van Gorp.
Memorials can be directed to the First Reformed Church in Orange City.
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In Memory
Daniel Landegent, age 53, of Orange City, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2016, at CHI Health Midlands in Papillion, Nebraska.
There was a memorial service on Thursday, April 21, at 10:30am, at the First Reformed Church
in Orange City. The Rev. Timothy Breen and the Rev. Mark Haverdink officiated. Interment was
prior to the service at the West Lawn Cemetery in Orange City. There was a family prayer service on Thursday, at 9:30am, at the church.
Visitation was after 4:00pm on Wednesday, with the family present from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, at
the church.
Arrangements were with the Oolman Funeral Home in Orange City.
Daniel Scott was born on October 9, 1962, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the son of John and Audrey Mae (Heemstra)
Landegent. He was raised in Sioux Falls, where he graduated from Lincoln High School. He then attended and graduated
from Northwestern College in Orange City, and he served in the United States Air Force.
Dan moved to Moorhead, Minnesota, where he received a fine arts degree and became a graphic designer. He then
moved to Edgerton, Minnesota, working at Fey Industries, and then moved to Orange City, where he was employed at KProducts. Dan also worked at Wells Enterprises in Le Mars and most recently, in the maintenance department of Northwestern College.
On July 11, 2001, Dan married Nancy Siebersma in Orange City, where they made their home.
Dan was an active member of the First Reformed Church, where he served as a deacon on the consistory, was a member
of the sanctuary and bell choirs, participated in praise and ministry teams, presented skits for the Sunday school, and provided instrumental music for evening worship services.
He was also active in the Orange City Tulip Festivals, especially the night shows and playing the accordion for street dances.
Dan loved music and sharing that talent with his wife, accompanying her on the piano and also playing four-hand pieces
with her at church services. He enjoyed playing games of all kinds, often sitting at the kitchen table playing Canasta with
Nancy. They shared the challenge of puzzles and crosswords, listening for different bird songs, and looking at the stars on
clear nights.
Dan liked to study people and find their “funny bone”. He enjoyed making people laugh with a dry little comment or corny
joke. He liked creating things, such as homemade Christmas ornaments or painting a scene on a camping trip. Dan loved
cookies and bars, always taking a few extra cookies, if they were available, and telling Nancy, “I ate one for you, too.” He
was never afraid of delving into something new and learning more things, always sharing those new discoveries with the
love of his life, Nancy.
Survivors include his wife of more than fourteen years; his mother, Audrey Landegent, of Sioux Falls; two brothers and their
wives, The Rev. David and Ruth A. Landegent, of Volga, South Dakota; and Dale and Ruth E. Landegent, of Sioux Center;
Nancy’s family, her parents, JR and Audrey Siebersma, of Orange City; and her two brothers and three sisters and their
spouses, James and Patty Siebersma, of Urbandale; Charlotte and Robert Iske, of Gretna, Nebraska; Janice Noto, of
Omaha, Nebraska; Donna and Bill Klein, of Orange City; and Jeffrey and Dureen Siebersma, of San Antonio, Texas; and
many nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents and his father.
Memorials may be directed to Project 78 at the church or Northwestern College.
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Opportunities to Serve
FELLOWSHIP GREETING
May 1st
Doug Te Grotenhuis
May 8th
Dan Mangold
May 15th
Barry Brandt
May 22nd
Nick Adams
May 29th
Gary Cleveringa
DOOR OPENERS / WELCOME CENTER
North
South
West
Welcome Center
May 1st
Jamie De Jong
Riley Bruxvoort
Sara Burmakow
Gary Te Grotenhuis
May 8th
Matt Honken
Michelle Vaas
Arlin Brenneman
Rachel Honken
May 15th
Gary Te Grotenhuis
Jamie De Jong
Riley Bruxvoort
Sara Burmakow
May 22nd
Rachel Honken
Matt Honken
Michelle Vaas
Arlin Brenneman
May 29th
Star Van Gelder
Phil Van Gelder
Amy Bos
Bonnie Huygens
WORSHIP HOSPITALITY
AM
May 1st
May 8th
May 15th
May 22nd
May 29th
Lois De Haan and Linda De Smit
PM
Center/FH
Duane & Aletha Beeson
North
June Van Oort
and Alyce Faye Vander Stoep
South
Don & Shari Baker
Center/FH
Teresa Gunderson and Mary Reinders
North
Barry & Lora Brandt
South
Deb and Michael Broek
Center/FH
Gerald & Marilyn Bruxvoort
North
Gary & Judy Cleveringa
South
Lee & Leora De Haan
Center/FH
Rog & Dianne De Haan
North
Art & Doris De Hoogh
South
Harold & Bev De Jager
Center/FH
Daron & Emily De Jong
North
Paul & Elaine De Jong
South
J.R. Siebersma
Arlin & Glenda Brenneman
Harlan & Phyllis De Haan
Ted & Noreen De Hoogh
Ron J. & Ardith De Jong
Greeters: Please stand near the entrances to the Sanctuary in your designated area.
*If you are unable to serve when you are scheduled, please switch or find your own replacement.
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Opportunities to Serve
CHILD CARE ATTENDANTS
9:10 AM—
Infant
9:10 AM—
Toddler
Sunday School/
Disciples’ Journey hour
5:10 PM
Infant and Toddler
Infant and Toddler
Eric & Steph Schwebach
May 1st
Merilee Pennings
Nancy Landegent
Laurie Taylor
*Jordyn Jeltema
Mary Reinders
Emily Fischer
Nora Mulder
Jade De Kock
May 8th
Rebecca Mangold
LeeAnn Smit
Renee Wynia
*Kaylea Bruxvoort
Shelly Ritsema
Deb Locker
LeeAnn Reinders
*Haley Jorgensen
Carla Van Beek
Tami Guthmiller
Lori Bloemendaal
*Katelyn De Kock
Twila Oolman
Kelly Goslinga
Sarah (Korver) Dykstra
*Brycelyn Schwebach
Jill Ritz
Renee Rhamy
Judy Cleveringa
Nicole Rassel
Amanda Huitink
Jen Hegstad
Diane Westenberg
Karli Bomgaars
Shauna Korver
Trisha Dau
Donna Muilenburg
Madison Riemersma
Rachel Meekma
Aletha Beeson
Ardith De Jong
AJ Bomgaars
May 15th
May 22nd
May 29th
Tim & Lori Zeutenhorst
*float between Infant/Toddler Nurseries as needed
VALET
May 1st
Harold De Jager
Brian De Kock
Mark Gunderson
May 22nd
Shannon Puttmann
Arlen Smit
Randy VanDe Griend
May 8th
Brandon De Kock
Marv De Koster
Terry Meekma
May 29th
Doug Alons
Harold De Jager
Kurt Wierda
May 15th
Craig Pennings
Mike Ritz
Eric Van Ravenhorst
*If you are unable to serve when you are scheduled, please switch or find your own replacement.
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Opportunities to Serve
COFFEE & PUNCH
May 1st
Glenn & Cindy Baker
Nick & Mikkell Baker
Jonathan & April Beaver
May 8th
Duane & Aletha Beeson
Mark & Lori Bloemendaal
Dave & Anita Bomgaars
May 15th
Earl & Donna Bomgaars
Joe & Ang Bomgaars
Norwin & Myra Bomgaars
May 22nd
Bruce & Amy Bos
Arlin & Glenda Brenneman
Clark & Jaki Brenneman
May 29th
Roger & Rachael Brunsting
Gerald & Marilyn Bruxvoort
Riley & Jenny Bruxvoort
POWERPOINT
AM
PM
May 1st
Paul Beltman
Carter Pennings
May 8th
Lyle Korver
Kyle Heemstra
May 15th
Carter Pennings
Paul Beltman
May 22nd
Kyle Heemstra
Lyle Korver
May 29th
Paul Beltman
Carter Pennings
COLLEGE BREAKFAST MINISTRY
May 1st
Steve & Laurie Roesner
Whiz & Jackie Punt
Lyle & Vicki Korver
Dave & Anita Bomgaars
May 8th
Clark & Merilee Pennings
Cristi Kelch
Rick & Paula Achterhof
Tom & Carla Hydeen
*If you are unable to serve when you are scheduled, please switch or find your own replacement.
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May Birthdays & Anniversaries
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Whiz Punt 
Jesse Kroese
Josie Visser
Nora Vande Brake
Marv De Koster
Harlan & Janice Van Roekel 
Daniel & Sarah Van Roekel 
Keith & Andrea Vanden Brink 
Lois De Haan 
Paul Kroese
Dennis Aarsen
Jaki Brenneman
Margaret Klein
Carissa Donaldson
Gary Te Grotenhuis
Ross Enger
Justin Postma
Bertha Kleinhesselink 
Alvin J. Van Gelder 
Maggie Verschuure
Norly & Sandi Vande Brake 
Jim & Mavis Aberson 
Linda Schulte
Bill Van Marel
Makayla De Kock
Glenda Brenneman
Julie Junck
Norm & Rose Te Grotenhuis 
Art De Hoogh 
Bob Conaway
Riley Bruxvoort
Steve & Mary Vande Brake 
Jackie Enger
Kyra Vande Brake
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17 Nora Van Peursem
Karen Korver
Scott Kiel
18 Eleanor Van Roekel
Pastor Mark & Suzanne
Haverdink 
19 Joyce De Vries
Duane & Aletha Beeson 
20 George Kooinga 
Joanne Schalekamp
21 Elin Goslinga
22 Casey Korver 
Malachi De Koster
Marty & Tami Guthmiller 
Ross & Jackie Enger 
23 Chase & Claire Rozeboom 
24 Steve Locker
Matthew & Jamie Stanislav 
Tim & Meredith Enema 
25 Tony Verdoorn 
Linda De Smit
Darren Huitink
Tyler Zeutenhorst
26 JoAnn Fedders
Don Baker
Deb Locker
Ryan & Missy Dokter 
Mick & Betty Vande Brake 
27 Shawna Van Voorst
Harold & Bev De Jager 
Rick & Paula Achterhof 
28 Mary Oldenkamp
Allie Haverdink
Alvin J. & Thelma Van Gelder 
Doug & Peg Te Grotenhuis 
29 Sylvia Humme 
Lora Brandt
Deb Buss
Jeff & Karen Korver 
Clark & Jaki Brenneman 
Kevin & Karen Verschuure 
30 Norm Plender
Minerva Small
Daron & Emily De Jong 
31 Grace Oldenkamp
Dale & Mary Wurpts 
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—Anniversary
FRC Calendar
1 Sunday
Ministry Team Meeting Night (various
times and locations)
9:30 AM—Congregational Worship
(Youth Sunday)
10:30 AM—Sunday School
5:30 PM—Concert of Favorite Anthems 10 Tuesday
2 PM—’Habakkuk and the Problem of
3 Tuesday
Evil’ Women’s Bible Study
11 AM—Building Committee Meeting
7 PM—Library Board Meeting
2 PM—Mary-Martha Circle
3:30 PM—Kids’ Connection
11 Wednesday
6:30 AM—Leadership Council Meeting
4 Wednesday
1 PM—Blocks & Knots
6:30 PM—Wee Blessings Pre-School 6:30 PM—Worship Team Rehearsal
Graduation
6:45 PM—Prayer Warriors
6:45 PM—Prayer Warriors
7 PM, First Impact—Middle / High
15 Sunday
School Grand Finale Birthday Bash 9:30 AM—Congregational Worship
8 PM—Worship Team Rehearsal
11 AM—Discover First
5:30 PM—Congregational Worship
5 Thursday
7:30 AM, Nederlander’s—Miriam Circle 16 Monday
3:30 PM—Kids’ Connection
8:30 AM—Staff Meeting
6 Friday
(through Saturday, 7th) - “Purity Rings
True” Tween Girl Retreat
17 Tuesday
FOCUS deadline
11 AM—Building Committee Meeting
7 PM—Consistory Meeting
8 Sunday
9:30 AM—Congregational Worship,
19 Thursday
Communion
(through 21st) - Tulip Festival—Office
10:30 AM—Sunday School
CLOSING at Noon on Thursday for
5:30 PM—Congregational Worship
the remainder of the week
(Ascension Day Observance /
hymn/prayer requests), followed by
Fellowship Time
9 Monday
8:30 AM—Staff Meeting
7 PM—ReaLife Women
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22 Sunday
11 AM, Windmill Park (inclement weather location: FRC) - Tulip Festival
Community Worship Service
5:30 PM—Congregational Worship
23 Monday
8:30 AM—Staff Meeting
24 Tuesday
9:30 AM, Landsmeer—Priscilla Circle
25 Wednesday
1 PM—Blocks & Knots
6:30 PM—Worship Team Rehearsal
6:45 PM—Prayer Warriors
29 Sunday
9:30 AM—Congregational Worship
5:30 PM—Congregational Worship
30 Monday
Memorial Day—Office CLOSED
31 Tuesday
11 AM—Building Committee Meeting
FRC Prayer Calendar
MAY
Sunday—1st
O.C. various youth ministries
Wednesday—11th
Love, INC.
Monday—2nd
Those impacted by acts of terror
Thursday—12th
Sunday—22nd
Conclusion of the school year / grad- Community Worship Service
uates
Monday—23rd
Friday—13th
Upcoming nominating conventions
1st Grade Sunday School / Kids’
Tuesday—24th
Quest staff: Jim Bonnecroy, Andrea
Vanden Brink, Dianne Van Wyk, Kelly Goslin- Prairie Ridge Care Center
Tuesday—3rd
Hospice workers
Wednesday—4th
Jesus’ ascension back into heaven
Thursday—5th
National Day of Prayer
ga, Twila Oolman and Don & Michelle Vaas
Saturday—14th
The Banquet, Sioux Falls
Friday—6th
FRC Preschool-Kindergarten Sunday Sunday—15th
School/Kids’ Quest staff: Merilee Pen- FRC / Church of the Savior
nings, Carla Van Beek, Rachel Van Ravenhorst, Kara Verschuure, Mary Schram, Rebecca Mangold, Paula Achterhof, Carla
Hydeen, Jasey Van Kekerix, Peggy Aarsen,
Amy Eben, Megan Burmakow, Jill Ritz, Brenda Bruxvoort, Teresa Gunderson, Marlys De
Koster, Amanda De Koster, Renee Wynia and
Missy Dokter
Saturday—21st
Tulip Festival guests / volunteers
Wednesday—25th
Justice For All
Thursday—26th
Thanks for present and past veterans
Friday—27th
Monday—16th
2nd-4th Grade Sunday School /
Gospel impact among Jewish people Kids’ Quest staff: John Van Wyk, Ryan
Tuesday—17th
Tulip Festival preparations
Dokter, Jill Wierda, Sara Van Zee, Brett &
Nora Mulder, Riley Bruxvoort, Tami Guthmiller,
Doug Te Grotenhuis, Dale Hiemstra, Jon
Dykstra, Jason Vitamvas and Tom Hydeen
Saturday—7th
The Bridge
Wednesday—18th
First Impact Food Stand committee
and workers
Saturday—28th
Sioux County Zestos
Sunday—8th
FRC / Faith Lutheran
Thursday—19th
Tulip Festival guests / volunteers
Sunday—29th
FRC / First Reformed, Maurice
Monday—9th
Leaders dealing with terrorists
Friday—20th
Tulip Festival guests / volunteers
Monday—30th
Guidance in selection of national
leaders
Tuesday—10th
Psychologists
15 Page
Tuesday—31st
Mercy Medical Center, Sioux City