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Puppet Show

2010-07-28T18:49:00Z

As a closing celebration to Summer Arts Camp 2010, we're happy to announce that Kevin Kammeraad will be here entertain us with his voice and his puppets. Come check him out on Thursday, August 12 at 7pm!! This event is open to the public and free!

Summer Arts Camp 2010: Register Now!!

2010-07-28T18:44:00Z

Summer Arts Camp 2010 is right around the corner. Songs, crafts, and skits will fill our time August 9th-12th from 6-8pm. It's for anyone and everyone entering Kindergarten through 5th grade. If you're interested or have questions call the office at 241-3421

For Sunday's Sermon

2010-03-09T18:15:25Z

How come Jesus wants us to let others "see our good works," but then tell us to give, pray, and fast in secret? Post your comments below. Oh, come on Sunday if you're curious to know more. 10am!

Racism is Sin!

2010-02-26T15:37:37Z

"Racism is sin because it is an offense to God." The 2009 General Synod adopted that resolution as part of the RCA's ongoing commitment to be both multiracial and freed from racism. This video provides a fresh approach on how racism offends God.

Racism as Sin: An Introduction by Earl James from Phil Tanis on Vimeo.

Updates from Haiti.

2010-01-22T15:12:52Z

Here's a link to updates from Haiti and other ways you can help through [url=http://www.rca.org/Page.aspx?pid=3525]Reformed Church World Service[/url].

Visiting Haiti.

2010-01-22T15:10:16Z

Here's a video shot by RCA President, Rev. James Seawood moments after the earthquake from Haiti.

Haiti: In the Streets after the Quake from Phil Tanis on Vimeo.

Song of Mary - Part II

2009-12-02T15:14:02Z

This Sunday, December 6th, we'll listen to the Song of Mary again (Luke 1:46-55). This time we'll listen to Cisco Gonzalez's voice and version. He is the Director of Student life at Kuyper College and on the preaching team at Madison Square CRC. We are grateful that he's taking the time to lend his voice to guide us in worship.

The Song of Mary - Part I

2009-12-02T15:12:43Z

This past Sunday Pastor Peter preached on Mary's Song (Luke 1:46-55). You can read his version of it at the Pastor's Blog.

Advent Invitation.

2009-11-19T15:54:40Z

As we wait for the coming of Jesus, we'll be celebrating Advent by listening to diverse voices and the Song of Mary. Check out the Pastor's Blog to see the full Invitation.

Making Church Make Sense: Covenant

2009-11-19T15:49:10Z

Well, we're back online. Since the last listing we've been trying to make sense of grace, of baptism, and of sanctification. This coming Sunday, Nov. 22nd, is Christ the King Sunday and we'll be trying to make sense of "covenant." Is it only an underground group in a Dan Brown novel? Come to worship on Sunday at 10am (breakfast at 9:15)!

Making Church Make Sense: Justification

2009-10-25T10:36:54Z

When we are right we feel justified. At other times we are asked to justify our actions. In church we talk a lot about justification. Are they related? Are we confused? Check out the Pastor's Blog for more or join us on Sunday the 25th to hear more. 10 am!!

Making Church Make Sense: Faith

2009-10-19T14:26:29Z

Faith is something we all think we need. Too often when someone offers it to us, it seems somehow lacking or shallow. What is it? Check out the Pastor's Blog to read more.

Campus Choir from Calvin

2009-10-07T13:30:41Z

That's a mouthful! They'll be bringing us a mouthful of meaningful and moving music this Sunday. It's another reason to join us for worship this Sunday @ 10am.

Making Church Make Sense: Atonement

2009-10-07T13:20:39Z

First, righteousness. Then, wrath. Then, sin. Now atonement! Wow, these are some heavy words! Atonement might be the most confusing so far because there are seemingly endless "theories" of atonement that try to answer, "What was Jesus doing on that cross?" Read more at the Pastor's Blog and join us on Sunday @ 10am (don't forget bagels @ 9:15!).

Making Church Make Sense: Wrath

2009-09-24T20:21:09Z

Sometimes Christians seem the most unChristian when they talk about wrath. They seem the most hateful and the most judgmental when God's wrath is the topic. How do we make sense of it? Read more at the Pastor's Blog and come to church on Sunday to hear more. 9:15am to fill your stomach. 10:00am to fill your soul.

Making Church Make Sense: Righteousness

2009-09-23T13:16:20Z

Self-righteous. Righteous indignation. Considering words like that it's easy to understand why "righteousness" might cause confusion and misunderstanding for Christians and non-Christians and between them. But, do we really know what we're saying? Read more at the Pastor's Blog.

Making Church Make Sense: Gospel

2009-09-09T16:02:06Z

Starting this Sunday we'll be taking a look at all of the strange words that Christians use and trying to make sense of them. This Sunday's word is gospel. You can get a taste for Sunday's sermon at the Pastor's Blog. Chew on it and let me know what you think!

Celebrate Good News, Come On!

2009-09-09T15:57:37Z

It might not be quite as hip as Kool & the Gang, but we'll do our best to celebrate the good news we've found in Jesus. Come this Sunday at 9:15 for a lite breakfast, stay for worship at 10am, and hang out a little more for a homemade Sunday brunch (you'll be home in time for football, we promise!).

Jesus the Baptist

2009-08-24T14:21:21Z

Baptism is an important ritual in the Christian church. It represents a lot of the blessings and benefits that God promises. We know that Jesus was baptized. We know that Jesus instructed his disciples to baptize. But, did Jesus ever baptize anyone? If not, why not? Check out the Pastor's Blog for an answer.

Join the Network!

2009-07-20T18:23:02Z

Don't forget to look us up on Facebook. Hope Reformed Church has started a group that you can join. 26 and counting!!