Saturday, February 27, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, February 28, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
Sunday, February 28, 2016    
Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit …………………………………………………… O God of Love, O King of Peace
*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………….……...……………… Psalm 142:1-7
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #97…………………………….  We Praise You, O God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Hymn #30 ……………………………………………….………… Our God, Our Help in Ages Past
*Hymn of the Month #107…………………….……...…………………… Praise Ye the Father!
*Hymn #152 …...……………………………………….….………… The Law of the Lord is Perfect

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………………….………………… Proverbs 4:1-17 (Pew Bible p.989-990)
New Testament ……………………………….…  Luke 13:1-17 (Pew Bible p. 1619-1620)
Memory Verse ……………………………………….………….…………………… Psalm 34:1-7 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………….…………………………… 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Derek Yoder
SIGNS OF THE TIMES
True disciples prepare for end-time apostasy and the antichrist
 by standing firm on the Bible.  Jesus wants us to be ready.

*Hymn #688 ……………………………….…………………………… Have Thine Own Way, Lord!

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”
*Benediction
Postlude                                                                     *Congregation invited to stand

                                               Announcements
Next Sunday 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 following the service IS planned at this time.

Calendar
Wednesday, March 3rd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at 7:00 pm as we continue our survey of the great themes of Genesis.  We’re on Mt. Moriah and the offering of Isaac in Chapter 22.  It’s a great time to join us!

Sunday, March 6th
3DYouth Group meets here at 6:00 pm.  Join us for life lessons from Mark followed by a quick game of Bible Jeopardy and refreshments.

Sunday, March 13th
3DYouth Group will meet at First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm.

Sunday, March 19th
3DYouth hits the greens for an afternoon of indoor miniature golf at the Paddock Golf Dome in Tonawanda.  Reservations are $5 from 2-4 pm.



² Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.²

Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Friday, February 19, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, February 21, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
Sunday, February 21, 2016    
Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit …………………………………………………… O God of Love, O King of Peace
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………….........………….….……………… Psalm 141:1-10
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #119……….  I Sing the Almighty Power of God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Chorus #129 ……………….……………………………………………………………………….………… It Is Good
*Chorus #99………………………………………………………….……...…………………… Come, Holy Spirit
*Chorus …...……………………………………………………………………….….………… Make Me a Servant

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………………….………………… Proverbs 3:21-35 (Pew Bible p.988-989)
New Testament ………………………………………….…  Luke 12:35-59 (Pew Bible p. 1618-19)
Memory Verse ……………………………………….……….…………………… Psalm 34:1-7 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………….…………………………… 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Derek Yoder

*Hymn #651 ………………………………………………………………….…………………………… He Lifted Me

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”
*Benediction
Postlude                                                                     *Congregation invited to stand

Announcements
3DYouth Group meets TONIGHT at the First Church of Evans.  Join us at 6:00 pm for life lessons from Mark followed by games and refreshments.



This is Kori Francis’ last Sunday with us for some months.  She is planning to leave in a few days to take up her new position as videographer for Princess Cruise Lines.  Be sure to express your best wishes to Kore – and a bon voyage!

Calendar

Wednesday, February 24th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at 7:00 pm as we continue our survey of the great themes of Genesis.  We’re on Mt. Moriah and the offering of Isaac in Chapter 22.  It’s a great time to join us!


Sunday, March 19th
3DYouth hits the greens for an afternoon of indoor miniature golf at the Paddock Golf Dome in Tonawanda.  Reservations are $5 from 2-4 pm.


 ² Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.²

Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Thursday, February 11, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, February 14, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
Sunday, February 14, 2016    
Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit …………………………………………………… O God of Love, O King of Peace
*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………….….……………… Psalm 139:1-24
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #38……….  Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Hymn #455 ……………….……………………….………… And Can It Be That I Should Gain
*Hymn of the Month #107 …………………………...…………………… Praise Ye the Father!
*Hymn #465 …...…………………………….………… Marvelous Grace of Our Loving Lord

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………………….………………… Proverbs 3:1-20 (Pew Bible p.987-988)
New Testament ………………………………………….…  Luke 12:13-34 (Pew Bible p. 1617-18)
Memory Verse ……………………………………….……….…………………… Psalm 34:1-7 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………….…………………………… 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Derek Yoder

*Hymn #509 …………………………………………….…………………………… Jesus, Lover of My Soul

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”
*Benediction
Postlude                                                                     *Congregation invited to stand

Announcements

Please join us for a light farewell luncheon for Kori Francis.  Kori is planning to leave later this month to accept a position as videographer for Princess Cruise Lines.  Bon voyage, Kori!

Sympathies go out to Tom and Larry Holcomb on the occasion of Sarah’s death.  Her funeral was held at Wentland’s Funeral Home on Friday.
Calendar

Wednesday, February 17th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at 7:00 pm as we continue our survey of the great themes of Genesis.  We’re approaching the offering of Isaac on Mt. Moriah in Chapter 22.  It’s a great time to join us!

Saturday, February 20th
FCC’s Annual Meeting at 10:00 am.

Sunday, February 21st
3DYouth Group meets at the First Church of Evans.  Join us at 6:00 pm for life lessons from Mark followed by games and activities.

Sunday, March 19th
Save the date, kids!  3DYouth hits the greens for an afternoon of miniature golf in Tonawanda.  Details to come.


A call is issued to the members and friends of the First Congregational Church of North Collins to attend our Annual Meeting Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 10:00 am.  Officers will be elected, annual reports given, and the new budget adopted.  Any other business by the people will also be transacted.  The Trustee term for Lynda Francis expires this year.



² Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.²

Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Saturday, February 6, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, February 7, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
Sunday, February 7, 2016    
Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit …………………………………………………… O God of Love, O King of Peace
*Call to Worship …………………………………….….……………… Psalter Reading 138, p. 835f.
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #167 …………….  When Morning Gilds the Skies
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Hymn #266 ……………….……………………….………… Come, Ye Faithful, Raise the Strain
*Hymn of the Month #107 …………………………...…………………… Praise Ye the Father!
*Hymn #251 …...………………………………………………….………… Beneath the Cross of Jesus

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………………….………………… Proverbs 2:1-22 (Pew Bible p.986-987)
New Testament …………………………………………….…  Luke 12:1-12 (Pew Bible p. 1616-17)
Memory Verse ……………………………………….……….…………………… Psalm 34:1-7 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………….…………………………… 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Derek Yoder
The Justice of God²
Passing through the end-time judgment isn’t a matter of being smart
 or getting lucky.  It’s a matter of Jesus’ work, reckoned to those who believe.

*Hymn #246 …………………………………………………… Man of Sorrows!  What a Name

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Closing Hymn #359 ……………………………………………………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds
*Benediction
Postlude                                                                     *Congregation invited to stand
Announcements

Committee and department heads:  Our Annual Meeting is just a few weeks away.  Last call for written reports –or you get to read yours aloud at the meeting!

In an attempt to free up tonight’s schedule for Super Bowl fans, 3DYouth Group meets HERE at 1:00 pm for pizza, followed by life lessons from Mark and activities.

Calendar

Wednesday, February 10th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at 7:00 pm as we continue our survey of the great themes of Genesis.  We’ll be studying the sending away of Hagar and Ishmael in Chapter 21.  It’s a great time to join us!

Saturday, February 20th
FCC’s Annual Meeting at 10:00 am.

Sunday, February 21st
3DYouth Group meets at the First Church of Evans.  Join us at 6:00 pm for life lessons from Mark followed by games and activities.


A call is issued to the members and friends of the First Congregational Church of North Collins to attend our Annual Meeting Saturday, February 20, 2016 at 10:00 am.  Officers will be elected, annual reports given, and the new budget adopted.  Any other business by the people will also be transacted.  The Trustee term for Lynda Francis expires this year.


² Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.²

Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.