Monday, August 27, 2007

Annual Outdoor Service & Picnic Aug 26, 2007

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
August 26, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 71:1-24
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 159 ………… There Is Power In the Blood
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 96 ………………………………………… Behold What Manner of Love
100 ………………………………………… Create In Me a Clean Heart
173 …………………………………………… Behold, Bless Ye the Lord

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………………… Judges 19:1-15 (pg. 404)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)……………………… Luke 12:13-34 (pg. 1617-18)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………………………………………………… Acts 2:42-47
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
Healthy Church Growth:
“People of the Covenant”


Receiving New Members … Michele Krebs, Tami Marano, Tony Marano
*Hymn of Faith (insert) …………………………Blest Be the Tie That Binds

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction

*Congregation Please Stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, August 28th

Choir practice 6:30 pm at the church.

Tuesday Evening Ladies Bible Study is on summer recess. Join us in the fall as we come back together for this important time of encouragement, study and prayer.

Wednesday, August 29th
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting will meet at 7:00 pm at church. We’re spending a few weeks in the Psalms, hoping to reinforce and put into practice some of the principles T. David Gordon shared with us.

Sunday, September 2nd
Communion Sunday. Next week we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper. If you would like to participate but are unable to be here, see Derek or one of the Elders to arrange another time. Don’t be shy about taking full advantage of this important gesture of unity with Christ and his body. A fellowship meal is not planned for next week. Take this opportunity to invite friends and neighbors to share the noon meal in your homes (don’t forget the “surprise” of hospitality)!

Sunday, September 9th
Welcome Back Sunday! We’ll gather in the sanctuary at 9:30 am for our opening announcements and prayer of dedication, after which the children will be dismissed for Sunday School. Adults will remain for our Fall Concert of Prayer. Family worship begins at 10:45 am.

The church’s financial statement for June – July 2007 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Sermon: Sunday August 26, 2007


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Sunday, August 19, 2007

First Congregational Church August 19, 2007 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
August 19, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………… Psalm 68:1-35
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 32………… I Sing the Mighty Power of God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 29 …………………………………………………………… Great Is the Lord
32……………………………………………………………… He Is Our Peace
52 ……………………………………………………………………… Micah 6:8

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 18:14-31 (pg. 402-03)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)………………………… Luke 12:1-12 (pg. 1616-17)

Fellowship of Welcome 4-yr olds to 2nd grade dismiss to Jr. Church

Sermon Text …………………………………………………………………Romans 6:23
Sermon …………………………………………………………………………

“What is the Payment”


Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 610 ……………………… Give Of Your Best to The Master

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction


*Congregation Please Stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Lynda Francis

It’s a special treat to have with us this morning . We are pleased to welcome them back to the United States from Brazil, where they serve as missionaries involved in church planting and outreach. Also, don’t forget the “barbecue reception” at the Doles’ pond following the service. The will be leaving our area this afternoon, but let’s spend a few hours getting reacquainted with this precious missionary family who represents us around the world.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monday, August 20th

Elders meeting at 6:00 pm.
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

Tuesday, August 21st
Choir practice 6:30 pm at the church.

Tuesday Evening Ladies Bible Study is on summer recess. Join us in the fall as we come back together for this important time of encouragement, study and prayer.

Wednesday, August 22nd
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting will meet at 7:00 pm at church. We’re spending a few weeks in the Psalms, hoping to reinforce and put into practice some of the principles T. David Gordon shared with us.

Sunday, August 26th
Our annual outdoor Worship Service & Church Picnic at Don & Olive Hill’s home on Langford Road. Service begins at 9:45 am followed by a picnic lunch and great fellowship together.

Looking Ahead
September 2nd – Communion Sunday
September 9th – Welcome Back Sunday! We’ll gather in the sanctuary at 9:30 am for our opening announcements and prayer of dedication, after which the children will be dismissed for Sunday School. Adults will remain for our Fall Concert of Prayer. Family worship begins at 10:45 am.

Sunday, August 12, 2007

First Congregational Church August 12, 2007 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
August 12, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ………………………………………………………… Psalm 67:1-7
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 13 ………… Crown Him With Many Crowns
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Hymn 49 …………………………………………………… Blessed Be the Name
273 ………………………………………………………… Fill My Cup, Lord

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………………… Judges 18:1-13 (pg. 401-02)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)……………………… Luke 11:37-54 (pg. 1615-16)

Fellowship of Welcome 4-yr olds to 2nd grade dismiss to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………………………………………… Ephesians 4:26-32
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Tony Barone


Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 477 ………………………………………………… Channels Only

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction

*Congregation Please Stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Mary Watson


This morning we welcome Tony Barone to our pulpit. No stranger to our congregation, Mr. Barone currently serves as Chaplain at Buffalo City Mission. Let’s give him our full attention as he brings us message from God’s Word.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Pastor Yoder and his family will return from their Maine vacation this Tuesday afternoon. Remember them in your prayers for safe travel.

Tuesday Evening Ladies Bible Study is on summer recess. Join us in the fall as we come back together for this important time of encouragement, study and prayer.

Wednesday, August 15th
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting will meet at 7:00 pm at church resuming with our study of the Psalms. Stop by for a refreshing look and review of what Dr. T. David Gordon taught us at our Spring Leadership Seminar.

Sunday, August 19th
, missionaries in Brazil, will be with us. David will bring the morning message. Plan on having a picnic lunch at Garry & Kathy Dole’s pond on Shirley Road for an opportunity to get to know David & Dorothy.

Monday, August 20th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

Sunday, August 26th
Our annual outdoor Worship Service & Church Picnic at Don & Olive Hill’s home on Langford Road. Service begins at 9:45 am followed by a picnic lunch and great fellowship together.

Sunday, August 5, 2007

First Congregational Church August 5, 2007 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
August 5, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship ………………………………………………………… Psalm 66:1-7
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 52 ………………………… To God Be the Glory
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn 132 …………………………………………………… The Old Rugged Cross
51 …………………………………………………………… Blessed Assurance

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………………… Judges 17:1-13 (pg. 401)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) …………………………… Luke 11:29-36 (pg. 1615)

Fellowship of Welcome 4-yr olds to 2nd grade dismiss to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Romans 6:1-14
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………… David Larson
“Not I, But Christ”


Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 440 ………………………………………………… Abide With Me

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction


*Congregation Please Stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Reed


This morning we welcome David Larson to our pulpit. No stranger to our congregation, David currently serves as City Director for International Students. Let’s give him our full attention as he brings us message from God’s Word.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday Evening Ladies Bible Study is on summer recess. Join us in the fall as we come back together for this important time of encouragement, study and prayer.

Wednesday, August 8th
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting will be suspended during Derek’s absence. During this time, you may want to join Ellsworth & Harriett Rupp for a “Cottage Prayer Meeting”-style gathering at their home on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm, followed by light refreshments. Call 532-3287 for directions. Our study of the Psalms resumes August 15th.


The Yoders are on vacation for two weeks in Maine. Church matters may be directed to Matt Clapper (337-3298) during this time. Please make note of the following preaching schedule and other calendar events.
August 12th – Tony Barone, Buffalo City Mission
August 19th – , followed by a picnic at the Dole’s pond
August 26th – Worship Service & Church Picnic at the Hill’s pond