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.
Hurricanes, tornados and flooding underscore the value of preparation. But soon winter will be here with its snow, ice, falling branches and power outages. Are we ready?
As important as preparations for physical emergencies are, it is more important to be spiritually prepared for trouble life brings us.
To have a firm, spiritual foundation is critical in meeting the storms of life head on with vibrant faith and revived hope - especially the storms that assail our hearts.
To help us prepare to face the storms of life, Dave Ewert will be hosting a 7-week "STORM PREP" Bible Study at 10 AM on Thursday mornings at ERC. The study will begin October 31 and end December 12. Each week will be built around a proven, spiritual foundation stone. So, come when you can. All are welcome! For more information, call or text Dave at 518-732-5008.
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
Come for a fun time around a huge bonfire, with fall food, and harvest games.
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
Learn more about the artist: https://www.davepettigrew.net/
Get you free tickets HERE
Bring non-perishable items to the Maple Hill High School parking lot to help stock the shelves of the Anchor Food Pantry of Castleton.
This month - Black Light Party!
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
Come for Fun!
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!
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!
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 Group
Friday, Sept 6, 6:30pm
All women are invited to join in an evening of connection and crafting.
Come lend a hand cleaning up around the property! Thank you for your help!
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.
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!
We are planning a mission trip to work with Vision for Children in Santiago, Chile - a ministry to orphans. Learn more HERE
Come to Horizon View Cemetery to celebrate the resurrection as the sun rises on Easter Morning!
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.
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.
A great dinner fundraiser. A full sit-down dinner, reserve your seat today.
4:30 and 6:00pm seatings. Adults $15, kids (6-12) $7
Call 518-732-7766 x11 or info@encounterERC.com
Men are encouraged to come for a great breakfast, encouraging words from a guest speaker, and a chance to connect with others. All men from the church and community are welcome!
Come connect with other women for encouragement and support. There will be refreshments, and a guided time of painting for those who want to give it a try.
Calling all performers to come and be a part of
a night of music and desserts. What music can you share?
The offerings do not have to be “Christian” per say, but church-friendly.
Calling everyone to enjoy a night of music, desserts,
and enjoyment!
A free-will-offering will be taken in support of the
upcoming ERC mission trip to Chile.
You are encouraged to come for a special Ash Wednesday observance as we remember that we are dust, but God still loves us and adopts us a precious children.
After worship we will have a special reception in recognition of Pastor Dirk serving ERC for 10 years.
Something unique in our fast paced world - at 11pm we will begin our Christmas Vigil. This is a peaceful time of song, scripture, reflection, and communion around the Lord's Table. We end this beautiful service at mid-night with candles lit and a welcome to Christmas day. The power of this service cannot be overstated as we turn our focused attention of the wonder and mystery of Christmas.
A worship time for the whole church family. The service will be full of music, the Christmas story, kids, and end with candle lighting. A great way to focus on the true meaning of Christmas and connect with others in worship and faith as we celebrate the baby born in Bethlehem.
The 9:30am service will focus on classic carols and follow the patterns of Sunday worship. The message will continue our journey from Genesis to Jesus.
