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Considering a visit? We'd love to have you join us for a Sunday service! We worship together at 10AM on Sundays. Services are also live streamed on our External link opens in new tab or windowFacebook External link opens in new tab or windowand YouTube pages.

We worship using the liturgy of the Reformed Church in America. God calls us into worship, and we respond with praise. We share in honest confession and receive unconditional forgiveness. We delight in God's Word and respond with giving and singing. Once a month we enjoy the communion meal together.  Our worship continues as God sends us out to glorify God with our whole lives.

Children of all ages are welcome in our service. We have activity bags and an interactive children's message. We believe the noise of children are a blessing to have in the sanctuary!

Our sanctuary has wheelchair access at the back of the building, and hearing assistive devices are available. Please alert an usher if you need assistance or have any specific needs during the service.

History
Lisha’s Kill Reformed Church is a congregation of the External link opens in new tab or windowReformed Church in America (RCA). We are part of the External link opens in new tab or windowRegional Synod of Albany, which is comprised of local classes, or groups of congregations, which support one another and hold each other accountable. Lisha’s Kill is a member of the Schenectady Classis.
In 1852 certain members of the the Niskayuna Reformed Church petitioned the Classis of Schenectady to form their own congregation. In 1854 the newly-formed congregation dedicated its own church in the hamlet of Lisha’s Kill (“kill” being Dutch for “creek”), located in the town of Colonie, Albany County, New York.

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Sunday School: From September through May, we hold an adult Bible study on Sunday mornings following worship and coffee hour. Every 6-7 weeks we have Family Sunday School for all ages to share in Scripture together.

Women’s Evening Bible Study: All ladies are welcome to the Tuesday-evening Bible study group that looks in-depth at both well-known and unfamiliar, sometimes challenging, aspects of the bible.

Camp Fowler: Youth from LKRC are encouraged to enjoy a External link opens in new tab or windowChristian Summer-Camp experience at this RCA camp in the Adirondacks. Scholarships are available for students choosing to attend.

Hiking Club: During the fair-weather months, we hike easy to medium hikes throughout the Capital Area. Start your Saturday morning off right by External link opens in new tab or windowsigning up here.

Senior Fitness: Two Thursday mornings a month, we meet in the dining hall to stretch, do cardio drumming, and some weight resistance training. All physical capabilities are welcomed as Pastor Katy differentiates the instruction to meet your level.

Special Fellowship Events: Occasionally during the year we have special brunches, dinners and outings, such as the Congregational Christmas Dinner, Women's Banquet, caroling to shut-ins, and other events planned by the fellowship committee.

Creative Ministries: Once a month craft enthusiasts and beginners gather to share a time of scrap-booking, knitting, sewing, and other forms of crafting.

Lisha's Kill Seniors: About 25 attendees, typically from the neighborhood, not necessarily members of LKRC, meet on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 for games, trips, brunch/lunch and friendship. Sometimes they invite a speaker. “Come see what we’re all about!”

Caring for the World: Ministries  


Caring for the World:


Local:

Capital City Rescue Mission, Schenectady City Mission, and Schenectady Community Ministries Food Pantry

Family Promise: This is the nation’s leading organization dedicated to helping low income families achieve lasting independence. LKRC provides temporary shelter and meals for families.

The LKRC Mini Food Pantry: This is located on the east-facing (parking-lot) side of the church building, and provides both food and personal products 24/7 to anyone who needs them.

The NEAT Dinner (Not Eating Alone Tonight): A monthly free-will meal for all those who desire fellowship. For details about time and place, contact the church office.


Guiding Eyes for the Blind: LKRC provides a venue for puppy raisers who pre-train candidate Seeing Eye Dogs (socialization, basic commands) a couple Monday evenings a month from 5:00 - 7:00.


Bottles and Cans for Animals: Donate nickel-deposit bottles and cans that are then delivered to a supported organization - currently the Animal Protection Foundation in Glenville NY.


Global

Missionaries: LKRC helps to supports several siblings in Christ who are involved in mission work all over the world: Annville, KY; Ethiopia, Europe, Oman, and with the Omar people of Africa.

Disaster Relief: Through special offerings LKRC periodically responds to the needs presented by natural disasters all over the world. Recent donations have been made to The Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders, and to RCA Disaster Relief.


Meet Our Team Members


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Rev. Katy Kroondyk

Katy moved from Sarasota, FL to attend Hope College, where she received a degree in History and English for Secondary Education. After ten years in the classroom, Katy followed God's calling to Western Theological Seminary. During that time, she served at Cadillac Christian Reformed Church and Camp Fowler. Katy cherishes time with her husband Jeff, their two daughters (LillyAnn and Eliza), and their dogs (Saoirse and Fergus). She loves hiking, working out, cooking, traveling, and Taylor Swift.

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A Note from Katy:

I entered ministry out of a deep love for the people of God. I am grateful for the faith communities that shaped me and held me throughout my youth and early adulthood.


I believe ministry is a reflection of the communion of the triune God in which we are invited to participate as a community who serves God, each other, and the world. I believe that we live into this trinitarian calling when we worship, learn, and serve together. This is our sacred duty and an opportunity to express our love for God and the world.


The people of Lisha's Kill Reformed Church are living out that vision. As they continue to be shaped by our loving God, they love each other and the community in which God has called them to live, work, and worship. I hope you can join us to experience this for yourself!

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Office Manager: Chris Miller

Music Director: Megan Glikes
Church Treasurer: Vicki Hayner
Indoor Sexton: Melissa Vicalvi
Outdoor Sexton: Chris Martino


Consistory: Paul McConnelee, Jeff Eberhard, Sally Newton, Dale Taylor, Margie Falzarano, Kathy Bly, Gayle Salada, and Mark Reynolds


Upcoming Events:

  • 5/2 Hiking Club
  • 5/3 Worship and Communion, Adult Sunday School
  • 5/5 Women's Evening Bible Study (WEBS)
  • 5/7 Senior Fitness
  • 5/10 Worship, Adult Sunday School
  • 5/12 Women's Evening Bible Study (WEBS)
  • 5/15 Daughters of the King Banquet
  • 5/17 Worship, Adult Sunday School
  • 5/19 Women's Evening Bible Study (WEBS)
  • 5/21 NEAT Dinner
  • 5/24 Worship: Pentecost Sunday
  • 5/26 Women's Evening Bible Study (WEBS)
  • 5/28 Senior Fitness
  • 5/31 Worship, Adult Sunday School

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Lisha's Kill Reformed Church is a family of believers committed to
touching lives for Jesus Christ in today's world.
All financial giving goes towards giving God glory and living out this calling in our community.



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518-346-2710 • External link opens in new tab or windowLishaskill@verizon.net
2131 CENTRAL AVENUE

SCHENECTADY, NY 12304

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Monday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friday
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Sunday
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