Thank You:  The RCW would like to thank everyone that has supported the Soup Supper, Soupless Soup Supper, and Pig-in-the-blanket fundraisers.  We have been able to donate to the following:  En-Gedi Children’s Home, Bathroom remodel, Grace Covenant Ministries, Rick & Stephanie Peterson, purchased an electric piano, Samaritan’s Purse, Friends of Rock Valley, New Life Treatment Center, Luverne Hospice Cottage, Pipestone Hospice Cottage, Atlas for Life, and Inspiration Hills.

Note: Rick Peterson, one of our Missionaries will be at our church for a time of sharing and answering questions on Wednesday, January 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall.  Come and hear about their endeavors.

Blood Mobile:  There will be a Red Cross blood drive at the First Christian Reformed Church in Edgerton on Monday, January 27 from 12:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  Please call Betty at 507-227-8416 to make or confirm an appointment.  There is a constant need for blood.  We would like to encourage our young adults to come and donate a unit of blood for someone/somewhere.  Anyone 16 yrs (with parents consent) and older and in good health is eligible to donate.

Bible Study:  Discover the New Testament through The Story Retold, an overview class to help you understand the big story of scripture. Classes meet on the third Sunday of each month at 10:50 a.m. in the Jr. High Catechism room, starting January 19. Each session is just 20 minutes. The book "The Story Retold" is available for $42 but is not necessary to participate. Sign up at the welcome desk to get a copy.

Directory:  If you have any address or phone number changes from last year’s directory, please put this information in the box outside Kris’ office.

Do You Know the 10?
We’re excited to launch Know the 10, a fun and simple way to learn the Ten Commandments using your ten fingers! This approach is perfect for all ages and a great way to know and remember God’s Law. Visit knowthe10.com to watch a short video where Pastor Mark teaches this easy memory method. Let’s commit God’s commands to heart together as a church family.

Upcoming Dates:
The Story Retold New Testament Class  -  January 19
The ladies will be making pigs-in-the-blanket  -  January 20 & 21
Presbytery Kishwaukee CC, Stillman Valley, IL-  January 24 & 25
Midweek K-8  -  January 29