Ministries
You will find below some of the ways we actively serve each other and our community and you are WELCOME to participate.
Contact the church office for more details.
Motor Ministries
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~ providing help with auto repairs and vehicles to those in need ~
Reliable transportation is necessary to find and keep a job, as well as for medical emergencies and appointments. Families need safe transportation to get their children to school, daycare, and extracurricular activities.
Our goal is to help protect people from financial ruin due to the cost of transportation so that they can get to work and become self-sufficient. Volunteers will provide the labor. Parts and vehicles will be purchased with donated funds if needed. At times, it may be necessary for a professional repair shop to do the job and Motor Ministries can pay part of all of the bill. Whole vehicles may be donated as well, even if they are in need of some repair. Each case will be unique; we will walk alongside our neighbors to find the best solution together.
Shalom Group
A mental health support group that meets every second and fourth Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in the main floor conference room. The purpose of the group is to offer care, support, and prayer as we seek to re-discover hope and live faithfully in the midst of challenging circumstances. All are welcome!
Knitting Ministry​
First Church has an active knitting ministry. Knitters (and crocheters too) can use their skills in two ways: the Healing Shawl ministry and the Mitten Tree. The healing shawls each take three skeins, supplied by donation or crafters can purchase their own. There is a standard pattern available or other patterns can be found in a book in the church library. Healing shawls are distributed to those who are hospitalized or home bound with illness.
For the Mitten Tree, mittens are knitted, then gathered throughout the year and displayed on a magnificent tree form for the holidays. The mittens are distributed around the area to those individuals and families in need.
Kids Hope USA
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Kids Hope USA is a school-based mentoring program that focuses on elementary-age children. Kids Hope mentors use one hour a week to build a relationship focused on the child's emotional, social and academic needs. The result: changes in attitude, behavior, and academic performance.
One child, one hour is the heart of Kids Hope USA. One caring adult mentoring for one hour each week can make a huge impact on a child. When kids feel like they belong, they are better able to learn, grow, and succeed.
First Reformed Church has been a part of this amazing ministry since 1997 and will continue to build caring relationships in the future. One child. One hour. One church. One school.
Prime Time
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Are you looking for a group for senior adults to connect with at FRC? Then PRIME TIME is for you! We plan fun fellowship events and would love to have you join us! Watch the bulletin and the Chimes for sign up information as events happen.
Prayer Line
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This email service helps First Reformed members and friends stay up to date on the prayer concerns of their brothers and sisters.