Christmas Vigil
It is hard to adequately capture the unique nature of this worship service. It is in stark contrast to the fast paced world in which we live. A moment of reflection and spiritual connection that can touch your soul. There will be music, scripture, prayer, and an opportunity to come to the Lord’s Table. By candle light you will be ushered into Christmas Day.
Communion is the first Sunday of each month
Join us for the celebration of the Lord’s Supper as remembrance of what Jesus did for us on Calvary. All are welcome - we have the bread and grape juice in separate containers and a gluten-free option so that all may partake.
Cinderella - Family Dinner Night
Families of all ages are invited to join us for this marvelous retelling of the classic fairytale, full of hope and kindness. We will be serving a simple meal at 5:30 and starting the film at 6:00.
Roast Pork Dinner
Enjoy great food in a family style dinner supporting the mission work of ERC.
Roast Pork, Potatoes, Squash, Green Beans, Roll, and homemade pies for dessert.
Two Sittings: 4:30pm and 6:00pm
Call or Email to make reservations: 518-732-7766 x11 or info@encounterERC.com
$18 Adults, $7 Children (6-12), under 6 free
God Squad Fall Bonfire
Come for a fun time around a huge bonfire, with fall food, and harvest games.
CROP Walk - Castleton
Meet at 35 Boltwood Ave in Castleton at 1pm for a three mile walk to support hunger and project development by church world service. A portion of the proceeds will go to The Anchor Food Pantry. Please sign up to walk or donate at events.crophungerwalk.org/cropwalks/event/castletonny
Stuff the Bus - Food Drive
Bring non-perishable items to the Maple Hill High School parking lot to help stock the shelves of the Anchor Food Pantry of Castleton.
Family Dinner and Movie
You are welcome to come for kid friendly food prepared for you, time to connect with others, and then a fun family movie. It is a great thing to invite friends to.
September movie - The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything
Return to the Sanctuary & Mission Muffins
After a great summer worshiping in the Ministry Pavilion, we will be returning to the sanctuary, the kids will have the opportunity to bake muffins in support of our mission work, and kids will meet their Sunday School teachers!
A great morning at ERC - hope you can be there!
Picnic Cookout
We are going to fire up the grill, pull out the tables after worship, and have a great picnic together as we celebrate the end of a great summer! Come to worship at 9:30am and then stay for the picnic.
You are invited to bring a side-dish or dessert to share!
Women's Group
Glass Etching
You are invited to come to ERC on Friday evening for fellowship and to learn glass etching.
Please bring something to etch glass, vase, mirror, etc.
All women are welcome!
Women's Craft Night
All women are invited to join in an evening of connection and crafting.
Spring Clean-up!
Come lend a hand cleaning up around the property! Thank you for your help!
Albany Classis Work-Day
We will be working at the property of 3rd Reformed Church (16 Ten Eyck Ave). The work will be focused on the old parsonage, and will include cleaning, painting, repairs, remodeling.
Chile Ministry Presentation
All are welcome to come and here about the amazing ministry our team was able to engage with in Chile! Over their week at Casa Esperaza the Lord opened many opportunties for meaningful impact. This is a chance to hear directly from those on the trip, and to enjoy some Chile inspired food!
Helping Orphans in Chile - Mission Trip
We are planning a mission trip to work with Vision for Children in Santiago, Chile - a ministry to orphans. Learn more HERE
Easter Sunrise Worship
Come to Horizon View Cemetery to celebrate the resurrection as the sun rises on Easter Morning!
Easter Egg Hunt
Super fun time for little kids and kids who are a little bit older. There are simple hunts for the littlest ones, a bit more challenging hunts for pre-readers, and then a clue based treasure hunt for readers to pre-teens.
CrossWalk - Good Friday
Starting at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, there will be a procession remembering the walk of Christ as he carried the cross on Good Friday. All are welcome to meet at St. Paul’s as we walk from there, to Emmanuel Reformed Church, and then to Horizon View Cemetary.