First Congregational Church, No. Collins, NY

First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin Sunday, February 12, 2012

2012-02-10T15:29:00.002-05:00

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday, February 12, 2012

Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………………………………… Psalm 130:1-8

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #601………………… How Firm A Foundation

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #72 ………………… The Sweetest Name of All

*Chorus #82 ………………… White As Snow

*Chorus #180 ……………… Come, Let Us Worship & Bow Down

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament…………………… 2 Kings 15:13-26 (Pew Bible pg. 597-598)

New Testament ………………… 1 John 2:28-3:10 (Pew Bible pg. 1900-01)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………… 1 Kings 13:1-10

Sermon ………………………… Derek Yoder

Feasting & Fasting

The word of judgment against Jeroboam challenges the witnessing church: Speak wisely, reject the world’s “delicacies,” and trust in David’s son to finish the job.

*Hymn of Faith #585 …………………… Still, Still With Thee

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Announcements

3DYouth Group meets tonight at First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm. Life lessons from Timothy followed by board games – bring your favorite! - and snacks.

Calendar

Wednesday, February 15^th

Bible study and prayer meeting at the church at 7:00 p.m. This week we’ll be evaluating the next hymn in our series on church music, “We’re Marching to Zion”. Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sermon, Sunday, February 5, 2012

2012-02-05T15:10:00.000-05:00

All that Crumbles is not Clay

First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin January 29, 2012

2012-01-28T09:41:00.004-05:00

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com/

Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ………………………… Psalm 126:1-6
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #35 ……… In God’s Great Name Assembled
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #56 …………………………… O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing
*Chorus #52 …………………………… Micah 6:8
*Chorus #53 …………………………… My Peace

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………………… 2 Kings14:23-29 (Pew Bible pg. 595-596)
New Testament …………………………1 John 2:12-17 (Pew Bible pg. 1899-1900)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………… 1 Kings 12:1-24

Sermon ……………………………… Derek Yoder

“ALL THAT GLISTERS IS NOT GOLD”

Jeroboam’s disobedience warns thru disciples that not every “redeemer” is a Moses. Only Jesus can take us all the way to the Promised Land – and set us free!

Interlude

*Hymn of Faith #77 …………………… The God of Abraham Praise

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology
*Benediction

Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Committee and department heads: Our Annual Meeting is just a few weeks away – Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 am. Reports are due and submitted to Audrey for compilation by the end of January – or you get to read yours aloud at the meeting!

CALENDAR

Sunday, January 29th
3DYouth Group meets here at 6:00 pm. Life lessons from Timothy followed by Bible Wheel of Fortune and snacks.

Wednesday, February 1st
Bible Study and prayer at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re thinking about the New Covenant in Chapter 8 of our Hebrews study (“The Supremacy of Christ”). Also be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“We’re Marching to Zion”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sunday, February 5th
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. We will share a fellowship potluck together following the service. Bring a dish to pass!

A CALL IS ISSUED TO THE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS TO ATTEND OUR ANNUAL MEETING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2012 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. THERE ARE NO TRUSTEE TERMS EXPIRING THIS YEAR.

First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin January 22, 2012

2012-01-25T02:49:00.005-05:00

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, JANUARY 22, 2012

Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 125:1-5
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #10 ……… O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #161 …………………………………… Unto Thee, O Lord
*Chorus #32 …………………………………… He Is Our Peace
*Chorus #38 …………………………………… Holy, Holy, Holy

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………………… 2 Kings14:1-22 (Pew Bible pg. 594-595)
New Testament …………………………1 John 2:12-17 (Pew Bible pg. 1899-1900)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………… 1 Kings 12:1-24
Sermon ………………………………… Derek Yoder

KINGDOM IN CRISIS (2)

Rehoboam’s folly enslaves, but Jesus Christ, the true Son of David, has come to set us free.

*Hymn of Faith #287 ……………… O God Our Help in Ages Past

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory

*Doxology
*Benediction

Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Committee and department heads: Our Annual Meeting is just a few weeks away – Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 am. All reports must be submitted to Audrey for compilation by the end of January – or you get to read yours aloud at the meeting!

CALENDAR

Monday, January 23rd
Impromptu Ladies Night Out! “Death by Chocolate” is a WNY Ladies Night Out sponsored by THRIVE Women’s Ministry at The Chapel at CrossPoint, Getzville. FREE event. Doors open at 6:30 pm. A love offering will be taken. (One of the women in the show is a co-worker of Lori Clapper’s – from San Diego). See Lori for more details.

Wednesday, January 25th
Bible Study and prayer at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re thinking about the New Covenant in Chapter 8 of our Hebrews study (“The Supremacy of Christ”). Also be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“We’re Marching to Zion”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Thursday, January 26th
Elders’ meeting at the church at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss the Preface and Chapter 1 of John Piper’s “Brothers, We Are Not Professionals”. (Derek will make copies if books are delayed).

Sunday, January 29th
3DYouth Group meets here at 6:00 pm.

Sunday, February 5th
Communion Sunday with fellowship potluck to follow.

Thank Yous!

Dear friends, I thank you sincerely for all your encouragement, prayers, and support during my recent surgery. Thank you for the many meals lovingly prepared and delivered. I’m forever grateful. Love, Shirley (Brown)

The Trustee Board thanks everyone who jumped into action last Sunday morning to help with the clean-up and repair of the burst kitchen pipe. Special thanks to Barry Francis for his quick response with the shop vac and Dan Haney for his expertise in plumbing. It is truly appreciated.

First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin January 15, 2012

2012-01-13T11:41:00.002-05:00

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com/

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………………………………………… Psalm 124:1-8

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #16…… Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #102 ……………………… Don’t You Know It’s Time to Praise

*Chorus #250 ……………………………………………… Thou Art Worthy

*Chorus #64 …………………………………………………… Seek Ye First

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament………………………… 2 Kings 13:10-25 (Pew Bible pg. 593-594)

New Testament …………………..…………… 1 John 2:1-11 (Pew Bible pg. 1899)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………………………………… 1 Kings 12:1-24

Sermon ………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder

Kingdom in Crisis

Rehoboam’s rebellious folly urges us to fix our hope on a Son of David who rules with wisdom and gentleness (Jesus Christ).

*Hymn of Faith #223 ……………………………………… Take Time to Be Holy

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Announcements

Committee and department heads: Our Annual Meeting is just a few weeks away. All reports must be submitted to Audrey for compilation by the end of January—or you get to read yours aloud at the meeting!

The church’s financial statement for November 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Check our “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, January 18^th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV does not carry the program), as Derek tries to make good use of this special opportunity. “Ask the Pastor” is a live call-in program with a panel of five area Senior Pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

Calendar

Tonight! Sunday, January 15^th

Join area churches at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at 930 Lake Street, Angola for a community hymn sing at 6:30 pm. Refreshments to follow.

Wednesday, January 18^th

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re thinking about the New Covenant in chapter 8 of our Hebrews study (“The Supremacy of Christ”). Also, be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“We’re Marching to Zion”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sunday, January 29^th

3DYouth Group meets here at 6:00 p.m.

First Congregational Church of North Collins - Sunday, January 8, 2012

2012-01-06T10:17:00.001-05:00

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday School 9:30am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………………...…………………………………… Psalm 123:1-4

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #89 - Praise The Lord: Ye Heavens, Adore Him

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns,and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #2 ……………………………………………… All Hail The Power of Jesus’ Name

*Chorus #10 …………………………………………… Beauty for Ashes

*Chorus #11 ………………...………………………… Beloved

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament…………………………… 2 Kings 12:17-13:9 (Pew Bible pg.592-93)

New Testament ………………………… 1 John 1:1-10 (Pew Bible pg. 1898-99)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ....................................... Romans 5:20-6:23

Sermon …………………………………………………………………… Bruce Brown

WhateverHappened to Sin?

*Hymn of Faith #464 ………………………O Master, Let Me Walk With Thee

Prayer Requests andTestimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking aboutour special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.

If yoursisn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raisingyour hand to ask for assistance.

Announcements

Committee and department heads: OurAnnual Meeting is just a few weeks away. All reports must be submitted toAudrey for compilation by the end of January—or you get to read yours aloud atthe meeting!

Calendar

Tonight!Sunday, January 8^th

3DYouth Group meets 6:00 – 7:30 at First Church ofEvans. Meet here in our parking lot at5:30 for transportation. Life lessonsfrom Timothy followed by games (wear dark clothes) and refreshments.

Tuesday,January 10^th

Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm.

Full ChurchBoard Meeting at 7:00 pm – budget planning for 2012

Wednesday, January 11^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayerat 7:00 p.m. We’re thinking about the New Covenantin chapter 8 of our Hebrews study (“The Supremacy of Christ”). Also, bemeditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“We’re Marching to Zion”). Extra copies areon the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making GoodOnes.”

Thursday, January 12^th

Dewey MissionarySociety meets at 10 am. Bring a lunchand be prepared to discuss the 2012 missions budget proposal.

Sunday, January 15^th

Join area churches at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Lake Street in Angola for a community hymn at 6:30pm. Refreshments to follow.

Sunday, January 29^th

3DYouth Group meets here at 6:00 p.m.

First Congregational Church of North Collins - January 1, 2012

2011-12-30T15:29:00.005-05:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com/

SUNDAY, JANUARY 1, 2012
HAPPY NEW YEAR
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ……………………………… Psalm 121:1-8
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #21 …………… Christ Is Our Cornerstone
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #19 ………………………………… Come, Thou Almighty King
*Chorus #16 ………………………………… Change My Heart, Oh God
*Chorus #18 ………………………………… Come and See

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………………………… 2 Kings12:1-16 (Pew Bible pg. 591-92)
New Testament ……………………………2 Peters 3:10-18 (Pew Bible pg. 1896-97)

Fellowship of Welcome

“Banner Bingo” ………………………………… Derek Yoder

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

Collage of 2011 Memories

*Hymn of Faith #576 ………………………… Saviour, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We would like to express our deepest thanks to all of you for the very generous gift we received this Christmas season. We are so thankful that God has given us such a loving and supportive church family. May he grant us all a very special and blessed New Year together. With much love ~ Alice & Derek, Katie, Rebekah, Joel and Owen

Advent is a wonderful time of year, but it means lots of extra work. Special thanks to all of you who put in the time and energy to make it such a meaningful season for the rest of us! ~ Derek, for the Elders.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, January 4th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer meeting at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re beginning Chapter 8 in our Hebrews study (“The Supremacy of Christ”). Also be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“We’re Marching to Zion”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sunday, January 8th
3Dyouth Group meets at First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm. Life lessons from Timothy followed by games and refreshments. Wear dark clothes for the game!

Tuesday, January 10th
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm. Budget planning for 2012.

Sunday, January 15th
Join area churches at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Angola for a community hymn sing at 6:30 pm. Refreshments to follow.

Christmas Eve Service 6:30 PM

2011-12-24T15:54:00.003-05:00

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 2011
Prelude
Welcome        Derek Yoder
Call to Worship                               Once in Royal David's City
Invocation
Lighting of the Christ Candle        Yoder family

Congregational Carol        The Shepherd and The Lamb
In the struggles of life, all the trials and sin,
All the worries and cares that my soul finds within,
There is comfort and strength to replace nagging fear.
God’s Word gives me hope that my Shepherd is near!

    Jesus, Good Shepherd, cares for his sheep,
    We are fearful and foolish, but his presence keeps
    Us in the sheepfold of his tender love:
    Jesus, Good Shepherd, Lamb of God from above.

There were shepherds of old who had met God within,
But, they showed us the need of forgiveness from sin.
Abraham, Jacob, Moses, and David paved the way:
Redemption from evil, through Jesus today.

When Jesus was born, shepherds saw this dear Lamb.
He was sin’s sacrifice sent from God, Great I AM.
Yet, in love, gave His life: Oh, what mercy, what grace!
Second Adam has won over evil’s disgrace!

Someday we’ll see Him; at His feet we will bow,
Jesus Christ in His glory, and nations will know
That He is the Good Shepherd. God provided the Lamb.
Jesus opened the way to our Maker, I AM!

Scripture Reading: Luke 2:1-20        Nick Minekime

Choir        Cradle of Hope

Congregational Carol        Angels We Have Heard on High
Angels we have heard on high, sweetly singing o're the plains,
And the mountains in reply echo back their joyous strains.

(Chorus) Gloria in excelsis Deo; Gloria in excelsis Deo.

Shepherds, why this jubilee? Why your joyous strains prolong?
Say what may the tidings be, which inspire your heavenly song?

See within a manger laid Jesus, Lord of heaven and earth!
Mary, Joseph, lend your aid, with us sing our Savior's birth.
Scripture Reading: Matthew 2:1-23    Judy Rittenhouse

Congregational Carol         O Little Town of Bethlehem
O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie!
Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars go by.
Yet in thy dark streets shineth the everlasting light:
The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight.

O holy child of Bethlehem, descend to us, we pray,
Cast out our sin, and enter in, be born in us today!
We hear the Christmas angels the great glad tidings tell;
O come to us, abide with us, our Lord Emmanuel!

Congregational Carol        Hark, The Herald Angels
Hark! The herald angels sing,    Hail the heav’n born Prince of Peace!
“Glory to the newborn King;    Hail the sun of righteousness!
Peace on earth, and mercy mild,    Light and life to all he brings,
God and sinners reconciled.”    Ris’n with healing in his wings.
Joyful, all ye nations, rise;    Mild he lays his glory by,
Join the triumph of the skies;    Born that man no more may die,
With angelic hosts proclaim,     Born to raise the sons of earth,
“Christ is born in Bethlehem!”    Born to give us second birth.
Hark! The herald angels sing,    Hark! The herald angels sing,
“Glory to the newborn king.”    “Glory to the newborn king!”

Scripture Reading: Luke 2:22-38        Pam Johengen

Congregational Carol                    Angels, from the Realms of Glory
Angels, from the realms of glory, wing your flight o’er all the earth;
Ye who sang creation’s story, now proclaim Messiah’s birth:
Come and worship, come and worship, worship Christ, the newborn King!

Shepherds, in the fields abiding, watching o’er your flocks by night,
God with man is now residing, yonder shines the infant Light:
Come and worship, come and worship, worship Christ, the newborn King!

Congregational Carol        Covenant At Christmas
Covenant at Christmas: God kept His word to people of long ago.
Covenant at Christmas:
Haven’t you heard what an angel told shepherds below?
He said that a Savior was born in Bethlehem, And He was Christ the Lord.
They found the baby wrapped up in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.
Covenant at Christmas: God keeps His word to his people as ages roll by!
He’s worthy of our worship and praise, for all of our days.
God has given His Only Son. Jesus saves! He’s the Promised One!
Covenant at Christmas!

Meditation         Derek Yoder
THE GOSPEL OF JOHN
"Heaven Came Down"

Distribution of the Candles

Congregational Carol        Silent Night
Silent night, holy night!    Heav’nly hosts sing, Alleluia!
All is calm, all is bright    Christ, the Savior, is born!
Round yon virgin, mother and child.    Christ, the Savior, is born!
Holy Infant, so tender and mild,
Sleep in heavenly peace,    Silent night, holy night!
Sleep in heavenly peace.    Son of God, love’s pure light
    Radiant beams from thy holy face,
Silent night, holy night!    With the dawn of redeeming grace,
Shepherds quake at the sight;    Jesus, Lord, at thy birth,
Glories stream from heaven afar,    Jesus, Lord, at thy birth.

Congregational Carol        Joy to the World
Joy to the world, the Lord is come!    No more let sin and sorrow grow
Let earth receive its King;    Nor thorns infest the ground;
Let ev’ry heart prepare him room    He comes to make his blessings flow
And heav’n and nature sing,    Far as the curse is found,
And heav’n and nature sing,    Far as the curse is found,
And heav’n and heav’n and nature    Far as, far as the curse is found.
       sing.
    He rules the world with truth and
Joy to the earth, the Savior reigns!         grace
Let men their songs employ,    And makes the nations prove
While fields and floods, rocks,     The glories of his righteousness
hills, and plains    And wonders of his love,
Repeat the sounding joy,    And wonders of his love,
Repeat the sounding joy,    And wonders, wonders of his love.
Repeat, repeat the sounding joy.

Benediction        Derek Yoder

First Congregational Church of North Collins - Bulletin December 11, 2011

2011-12-09T11:49:00.002-05:00

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

December 11, 2011

Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………...……………………………………………… Luke 1:5-25

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #106 ………………… Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn #123 ………………………………………………… Come, All Ye Shepherds

*Hymn #114 ……………......…………………………………………… The First Noel

Presentation of the Third Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………………………………………………… Luke 4:1-21

Sermon…………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder

One New Man

Luke portrays Jesus Christ as God’s faithful Son, the Last Adam,

who would accomplish his purposes for a renewed, restored humanity.

*Hymn of Faith #116 …………………………………………… As With Gladness Men of Old

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.

If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Announcements

During this year’s Advent season, our morning worship services will include traditional Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. Our theme is “Advent of the Evangel”. Throughout December, we’ll consider how the Christmas stories fit within the unique themes of each of the four gospels. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2012. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Olive, Fred or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

Calendar

This afternoon!

Christmas Tea at the parsonage (2 – 5 pm). We hope you can join us at the parsonage! It’s a time for our family to express the love and appreciation we feel to all of you who mean so much to us. Feel free to stop by for favorite holiday foods with good friends. We look forward to sharing this special time with you.

Tuesday, December 13^th

Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm followed by the second meeting of the Nominating Committee in preparation for the 2012 Annual Meeting

Wednesday, December 14^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 7 in our study of Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“We’re Marching to Zion”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sunday, December 18^th

Join us during the family worship hour for our 2011 Sunday School Christmas Program, “The Shepherd and The Lamb”.

Saturday, December 24^th

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6:30 pm.

Sunday, December 25^th

Christmas Communion Service at 9:30 am. No Sunday School this week.

Friday, December 30^th

3DYouth outing in Hamburg for ice skating from 11 am to 1 pm. Save the date now, but stayed tuned for details.

First Congregational Church of North Collins - December 4, 2011 Bulletin

2011-12-02T16:26:00.002-05:00

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………… Luke 1:67-79

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #105 …… O Come, All Ye Faithful

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn #113 ………………… God Rest You Merry Gentlemen

*Hymn #107 ………………… Angels We Have Heard on High

Presentation of the Second Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………… Matthew 2:13-23

Sermon …………………… Derek Yoder

Thy Kingdom Come

Mark portrays Jesus Christ as the king of the “in-breaking” kingdom.

It suffers violence but accomplishes peace.

*Hymn of Faith #96 ……… Wonderful

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.

If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Announcements

Calendar

Wednesday, December 7^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 11^th

Christmas Tea at the parsonage from 2:00 – 5:00 pm.

Tuesday, December 13^th

Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

Sunday, December 18^th

Sunday School Christmas Program “The Shepherd and The Lamb”.

First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin November 27, 2011

2011-11-25T09:45:00.002-05:00

ANNOUNCEMENTS

This week marks the beginning of Advent 2011! Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “ADVENT OF THE EVANGEL.” Over the next month, we’ll consider how the Christmas stories fit with the unique themes of each of the four gospels. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2012. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Olive, Fred or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

Dewey Missionary Society invites you to participate in out 2011 Christmas Project benefiting the Seneca Gospel Mission. We are collecting toys, clothing and food items through December 4th. For those contributing Christmas toys - the children (a lot of teens this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets, remember: no fresh foods. Only boxed and canned items, such as fruits & vegetables, soups, cereals and desserts (cake mixes with frosting)!

CALENDAR

Wednesday, November 30th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible study and prayer meeting meets at 7:00 pm. Join us as we discuss the classic Christian hymn “Be Thou My Vision”. Extra copies are on the back table, along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making God Ones.”

Saturday, December 3rd
Ladies’ Annual Christmas Luncheon at 12:30 pm in the adult Sunday school classroom. Special guest is Phyllis Lawecki with a theme of “Christmas Around the World”. Please bring a favorite Christmas dish to share and an ornament or other Christmas object from around the world. We will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Seneca Gospel Mission. See the sign-up in the foyer.

Sunday, December 11th
Christmas Tea at the Parsonage – 2:00-5:00 pm

First Congregational Church of North Collins - November 20, 2011

2011-11-18T10:18:00.002-05:00

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……..................……………………… Psalm 118:19-29

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise (insert) ……………… Thanksgiving Medley

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #230…………………………………………… O Worship the King

*Chorus #217 …...……………………………………… Let It Be Said of Us

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament……………………………… 2 Kings 11:1-12 (Pew Bible pg. 589-90)

New Testament …………………………… 2 Peter 2:10-22 (Pew Bible pg. 1895-96)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………………… 1 Kings 11:26-43

Sermon ……………………………………… Derek Yoder

The Lamp Is The Lamb

Solomon’s experience in Jerusalem recalls Adam’s in the garden, drawing attention to their common hope in Christ – and ours.

*Hymn of Faith #431 ……………………… He Who Safely Keepeth

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

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

Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.

If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand

to ask for assistance.

Announcements

Next week marks the beginning of Advent 2011! Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “Advent of the Evangel”. Over the next month, we’ll consider how the Christmas stories fit within the unique themes of each of the four gospels. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Calendar

Sunday, November 20^th

3DYouth Group meets tonight at the First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm. Life lessons from Timothy followed by their traditional “Hanging of the Greens” and refreshments.

Wednesday, November 23^rd

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayer meeting is suspended because of the Thanksgiving holiday. Join us the following week (November 30^th) as we discuss the classic Christian hymn “Be Thou My Vision”. Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

First Congregational Church of North Collins bulletin November 13, 2011

2011-11-11T11:10:00.002-05:00

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, November 13, 2011

Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……… Psalm 118:19-29

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #2 ……… Come Thou Almighty King

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #161…………… Unto Thee, O Lord

*Chorus #27 …………… Glorify Thy Name

*Chorus #53 …………… My Peace

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament……… 2 Kings 10:28-36 (Pew Bible pg. 589)

New Testament …… 2 Peter 2:1-10 (Pew Bible pg. 1894-95)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………… 1 Kings 11:14-43

Sermon …………………… Derek Yoder

Beyond All Doubt

Despite the “fragmenting” effects of sin and judgment,

God offers the sure hope of restoration in Christ.

*Hymn of Faith #223 …………… Take Time To Be Holy

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Announcements

November 27^th marks the beginning of Advent 2011. Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “Advent of the Evangel”. Over the next month, we’ll consider how the Christmas stories fit within the unique themes of each of the four gospels. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

The church’s financial statement for October 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, November 16^th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV does not carry the program), as Derek tries to make good use of this special opportunity. “Ask the Pastor” is a live call-in program with a panel of five area Senior Pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

Calendar

Wednesday, November 16^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 7 in our study of Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“Be Thou My Vision”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Thursday, November 17^th

Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm at the church. Come prepared to discuss the Vos sermon, “Rabboni!”

First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin November 6, 2011

2011-11-04T09:43:00.002-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit *Call to Worship - responsive reading #2, p. 741 …… “Delight in the House of God”
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #3 … Praise the Savior, Ye Who Know Him!
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #20 …………… Commune With Me
*Chorus #129 ………… It Is Good To Praise The Lord

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……… 2 Kings 10:18-27 (Pew Bible pg. 588-89)
New Testament ……… 2 Peter 1:12-21 (Pew Bible pg. 1894)
Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Message ……………… Kathy Dole
*Hymn of Faith #1 …………… My Faith Has Found a Resting Place

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral PrayerTithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Closing Hymn #328 ……… Blest Be The Tie That Binds

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Announcements
3DYouth Group meets tonight here tonight at 6:00 p.m. Life lessons from Timothy followed by “Bible Jeopardy!” and refreshments.

Thank you to all who helped make last Sunday’s Singspiration! so successful. The many ways you showed the warmth and love of true Christian hospitality was evident to all. I was proud of your good, hard work. -- Derek

In place of our regular fellowship meal following the Communion service, plan to join us downstairs for a Harvest Dinner. Turkey will be provided, but be thinking about a “seasonal favorite” to pass—a special dish that symbolizes God’s provision of love and blessing.

Calendar
Tuesday, November 8th
Full Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m. Also, a brief, preliminary gathering of the Nominating Committee is scheduled to follow the Full Board Meeting in preparation for the Annual Meeting in February 2012. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments regarding the nominating process, see Olive, Fred, or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

Wednesday, November 9th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m. Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 7 in our study of Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“Be Thou My Vision”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sermon, Sunday October 30, 2011: Reformation Sunday

2011-10-30T13:06:00.002-04:00

Worldly Wisdom
Solomon's downfall warns of the peril of thinking that God's kingdom is like every other. Jesus shows us a more excellent way.

First Congregational Church October 23, 2011 Bulletin

2011-10-23T08:54:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 116:1-19

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #32 ………… I Sing The Mighty Power of God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #223 ………………………………… Most Holy One
*Chorus #107…………………………………… Fairest Lord Jesus

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……………… 2 Kings 9:30-37 (Pew Bible pg 586-87)
New Testament ………… 1 Peter 5:1-7 (Pew Bible pg 1892)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………… 1 Kings 10:14-29
Sermon ………………………… Derek Yoder
PILGRIM’S PROGRESS
Solomon’s Jerusalem at the height of its glory is a picture of the heavenly destination awaiting all travelers who press on faithfully to the end.
*Hymn of Faith #31 ……… O Could I Speak The Matchless Worth

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Announcements
In place of our regular fellowship meal following next month’s Communion service on November 6th, plan to join us downstairs for a Harvest Dinner. Turkey will be provided, but be thinking about a “seasonal favorite” to pass – a special dish that symbolizes God’s provision of love and blessing. Details to follow.

CALENDAR

Tonight! Sunday, October 23rd
3DYouth Group meets tonight at the First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm. Life lessons from Timothy followed by “Games in the Dark” and refreshments.

Wednesday, October 26th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re moving into Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“Be Thou My Vision”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Saturday, October 29th Join area WNY churches for the annual CCCC Fall Banquet at the Stockton Community Church at 6:00 pm. Keynote speaker will be Gerald Britton, warden of Warren County Prison. Tickets are $15. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 30th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be out special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing, and fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

First Congregational Church Bulletin October 16, 2011

2011-10-14T14:37:00.003-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship ………………… Psalm 115:1-18
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #9 ……………… Holy, Holy, Holy
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #172 ………………… Be Thou My Vision
*Chorus #135 ………………… Make Me A Servant

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament…………………… 2 Kings 9:14-29 (Pew Bible pg. 585-86)
New Testament ………………… 1 Peter 5:1-7 (Pew Bible pg. 1892)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………… 1 Kings 10:1-13
Sermon …………………………………… Derek Yoder
WISDOM FOR THE WORLD (2)
Solomon’s receiving the Queen of Sheba in his “kitchen” is a picture of the table fellowship offered by the greater Son of David—our Lord Jesus.

*Hymn of Faith #414 …………………………… Trust and Obey

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Announcements

The church’s financial statement for September 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wed, Oct. 19th, at 2 pm. (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV does not carry the program), as Derek tries to make good use of this special opportunity. “Ask the Pastor” is a live call-in program with a panel of five area Senior Pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

In place of our regular fellowship meal following next month’s Communion service on Nov 6th, plan to join us downstairs for a Harvest Dinner. Turkey and stuffing will be provided, but be thinking about a “seasonal favorite” to pass—a special dish that symbolizes God’s provision of love and blessing. Details to follow.

To the Deaconesses:
I wish to express my sincere thanks to the Deaconesses for all your beautiful cards, presence at my birthday party, flowers, and numerous other gifts. The picture album involved so much time and work, and I shall treasure it because it came from my church family. Then, the shopping bag with more gifts! I shall treasure your many kindnesses. May God continue to bless each of you for your friendship and many kind deeds. As always, Evelyn L. Falk

Calendar

There will be no choir practice or Bible study this week, in order to free up people’s schedule so they can come out on Thursday.

Thurs. Oct. 20th – Join us for an evening with Roy & Ruthie! At 6:00 p.m., we’ll be sharing a soup and salad supper with the Shelpmans, followed at 7:00 by a presentation of their ministry in Haiti. Plan to join us for all or part of this special evening of fellowship. See the sign-up in the foyer.

Sat. Oct. 29th - The annual CCCC Fall Banquet is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Stockton Community Church to welcome keynote speaker Gerald Britton, warden of Warren County Prison. Tickets are $15. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sun. Oct. 30th – It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing, and fellowship beginning at 6:30 p.m. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

First Congregational Church October 9, 2011 Bulletin

2011-10-09T07:32:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………………… Psalm 114:1-8

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #646 ………… Lead On, O King Eternal
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #180 ………………………… Come, Let Us Worship
*Chorus #100…………………………… Create In Me
*Chorus #156 ………………………… The Lord Is My Light

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament…………………… 2 Kings 9:1-13 (Pew Bible pg 584-85)
New Testament ……………… 1 Peter 4:12-19 (Pew Bible pg 1891)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 10:1-13
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
WISDOM FOR THE WORLD (1)
The Queen of Sheba was drawn to Solomon’s wisdom – a picture of God’s plan and provision for the nations in the gospel of Jesus Christ

*Hymn of Faith #416 ……………… Hiding In Thee

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

CALENDAR

Tonight! Sunday, October 9th
3DYouth Group meets tonight at 6:00 pm here at FCC. Life lessons from Timothy followed by kick ball across the street and refreshments.

Tuesday, October 11th
Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm
Full Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, October 12th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re moving into Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. This week we are evaluating the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day!”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Friday, October 14th
Frank Gruppo’s funeral service will be held at Wentland’s at 8:00 pm preceded by visitation hours from 4-8:00 pm.

Saturday, October 29th
Join area WNY churches at the annual CCCC Fall Banquet as we gather at the Stockton Community Church at 6:00 pm to welcome keynote speaker Gerald Britton, warden of Warren County Prison. Tickets are $15. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 30th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be out special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing, and fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

I wish to thank the members of the First Congregational Church of North Collins for my beautiful fall bouquet and for the inspiring birthday cards. Your attendance at my birthday party was much appreciated. Please accept my sincere thanks, and may God bless each of you according to your needs. As always, Evelyn Falk

First Congregational Church October 2, 2011 Bulletin

2011-10-02T16:40:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………… “The House of God”
responsive reading #1, p. 741

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #7 …… Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #82 ………………… White As Snow
*Chorus #91…………………… At the Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………… 2 Kings 8:25-29 (Pew Bible pg 584)
New Testament ……………… 1 Peter 4:1-11 (Pew Bible pg 1890-91)

Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Message ……… Bruce Brown

*Hymn of Faith #36 …… Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee

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 …………… Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn #607 ……… A Parting Hymn We Sing

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Irene Johnson doesn’t get out as much as she would like, but she thinks of us often and welcomes visitors all the time! Let’s show her we’re thinking of her too, b dropping her a note at 4590 Southwestern Blvd, Apt AA2A, Hamburg, NY 14075. You can e-mail her at johnson.irene8@gmail.com.

Be praying about the start-up of an experimental youth group (“3DYouth”) in conjunction with the First Church of Evans. It’s a practical way to combine resources toward a common goal – discipling young people, building relationships, and constructing a Christian worldview.

It’s almost time for our fall Singspiration! Jim Raub’s family is planning to be with us again, but their schedule is uncertain, and it is not yet clear whether they can be with us October 16th or October 30th. Keep both dates in mind for now. We’ll confirm next week.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, October 5th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re moving into Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day!”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sympathies go out to the family of Frank Gruppo,who died Tuesday. Funeral services are postponed, probably until October 14th or 15th, to accommodate out-of-state travelers. Details to follow.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

First Congregational Church September 25, 2011 Bulletin

2011-09-24T08:32:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am - Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 113:1-9
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #89 … Praise The Lord, Ye Heavens, Adore Him
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #95 ……………… Be Exalted, O God
*Chorus #89………………… As The Deer
*Chorus #167……………… You Are My Hiding Place

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……………… 2 Kings 8:16-24 (Pew Bible pg 583-84)
New Testament …………… 1 Peter 3:13-22 (Pew Bible pg 1890)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………… 1 Kings 9:10-28
Sermon …………………… Derek Yoder
JARS OF CLAY
Solomon’s rule is a mixture of human failure and divine grace –
but the surpassing greatness belongs to God!

*Hymn of Faith #264 ……… Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ……… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

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 is not planned at this time.

Irene Johnson doesn’t get out much as she would like, but she thinks of us often and welcomes visitors all the time! Let’s show her we’re thinking of her too, by dropping her a note at 4590 Southwestern Blvd, Apt AA2A, Hamburg, NY 14075. You can e-mail her at johnson.irene8@gmail.com.

This season marks the beginning of an experimental youth group (“3D Youth”) in conjunction with the First Church of Evans. It’s a practical way to combine resources toward a common goal – discipling young people, building relationships, and constructing a Christian worldview. See insert for details.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, September 28th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re finishing up Chapter 6 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker.

September is a month of milestone birthdays. Frank Gruppo turned 95 on the 16th and Evelyn Falk turns 100 (!) on the 30th. Let’s remember these faithful friends with prayers, cards, and flowers.

First Congregational Church September 18, 2011 Bulletin

2011-09-17T09:15:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am - Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………………… Psalm 111:1-6
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #46 … We Praise Thee, O God, Our Redeemer
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #79 …………… We Declare Your Majesty
*Chorus #1………………… A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……… 2 Kings 8:7-15 (Pew Bible pg 583)
New Testament …… 1 Peter 3:1-12 (Pew Bible pg 1889-90)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …… 1 Kings 9:19
Sermon ……………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE KING & I
Solomon’s failure set the stage for a king worthy to secure God’s blessings for us – Jesus Christ, our royal representative

*Hymn of Faith #576 ………… Saviour, Like A Shepherd Lead Us

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ……… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The church’s financial statements for July and August 2011 are posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

CALENDAR
Tonight!
Tonight is our final Sunday Night Out of the season. Join us at the Doles’ pond later this afternoon around 4:00 for picnic-style foods, singing, and an evening of fellowship around the fire. Hope to see you there!

Wednesday, September 21st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP to Harriett Rupp by September 23.

September is a month of milestone birthdays. Frank Gruppo turn 95 on the 16th and Evelyn Falk turns 100 (!) on the 30th. Let’s remember these faithful friends with prayers, cards and flowers.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

First Congregational Church September 4, 2011 Bulletin

2011-09-03T14:36:00.002-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2011
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am

Wait in Prayer - Worship in Reverence - Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………… Psalm 107:1-9, 42-43

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #18 ………… All Hail the Power
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #92 ……………………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #91………………………………… At the Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………… 2 Kings 7:1-20 (Pew Bible pg 581-82)
New Testament ……………… 1 Peter 1:25-2:12 (Pew Bible pg 1888)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………… 1 Kings 8:54-66
Sermon ……………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY” (2)
Solomon’s prayer of dedication teaches that the only way
to the ark is through the altar.

*Hymn of Faith #356 ………………… He Lifted Me

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 ………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn #328 ……………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Derek has been invited to provide a weekend of teaching on Christian unity. He will be traveling back to Fairview, Michigan, for the sessions, which begin Friday evening, September 9th. Tony Barone will be our guest speaker on Sunday, September 11th.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, September 7th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We are in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). This week we’re evaluating the next in our series of hymns. Come prepared to discuss the classic “More Love to Thee”. Extra copies of the hymn are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Saturday, September 10th
We are all invited to attend an ISI Fredonia picnic hosted by Harriett Rupp at her home on Versailles Road in Perrysburg. Picnic begins at 12:00 noon. Bring a dish to pass.

Sunday, September 11th
Next week is Welcome Back Sunday! Assemble in the sanctuary at 9:30 am to being a new Sunday School year together. Children dismiss to their classes. Adults remain for our Fall Concert of Prayer. Family worship begins at 10:45 am.

Sunday, September 18th
Bring a Friend to Church Sunday! Be praying about friends and family members you might invite to this special service. This is an opportunity for us all to do the hard work of outreach, so essential to healthy church growth. Also, join us later in the day for our summer-end Sunday Night Out at the Doles’.

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP to Harriett Rupp by September 23.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Sermon, Sunday August 28, 2011

2011-08-28T12:19:00.002-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………… Behold What Manner of Love

*Call to Worship ……………… Psalm 106:1-5

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #20 ………… Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #211 ………… Jesus, Name Above All Names
*Chorus #96……………… Behold What Manner of Love
*Chorus #199…………… I Love You, Lord

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………… 2 Kings 6:18-33 (Pew Bible pg 579-81)
New Testament …… 1 Peter 1:13-25 (Pew Bible pg 1887-88)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………… 1 Kings 8:12-53
Sermon ……………………… Derek Yoder
“LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY”
Solomon’s prayer of dedication challenges believers of all ages
with a vision of a God that reorients our lives and points us home.
"Lord, Teach Us To Pray"

*Hymn of Faith #531 ………… I Know Whom I Have Believed

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …………………………………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

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. Following the service, join us for a fellowship meal downstairs. See the sign-up in the back.

Derek has been invited to provide a weekend of teaching on Christian unity. He will be traveling back to Fairview, Michigan, for the sessions, which begin Friday evening, September 9th. Tony Barone will be our guest speaker on Sunday, September 11th.

CALENDAR
TONIGHT: Sunday, August 28th
Sunday Night Out (2) at Garry & Kathy Dole’s home on Shirley Road.

Tuesday, August 30th
Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm at the church. Come prepared to discuss the Godawa article on “Mesopotamian Cosmic Geography.”

Wednesday, August 31st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We are in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). Be meditating on the next hymn we will discuss (“More Love to Thee”). Extra copies of the hymn are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Saturday, September 10th
We are all invited to attend an ISI Fredonia picnic hosted by Harriett Rupp at her home on Versailles Road in Perrysburg. Picnic begins at 12:00 noon. Bring a dish to pass.

Sunday, September 18th
Sunday Night Out (3)

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP to Harriett Rupp by September 23.

Sermon, Sunday August 7, 2011

2011-08-15T13:30:00.000-04:00

1 Kings, Chapter 8

First Congregational Church July 31, 2011 Bulletin

2011-07-29T11:32:00.004-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………… Praise the Savior
*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 103:1-14

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #646 …………………… Lead On, O King Eternal
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #180 …………… Come, Let us Worship and Bow Down
*Chorus #156……………… The Lord Is My Light
*Chorus #100……………… Create In Me A Clean Heart

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………………… 2 Kings 4:38-44 (Pew Bible pg 576)
New Testament ……………………… James 4:13-17 (Pew Bible pg 1884)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text………………… 1 Kings 8:1-21
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
HEAVEN ON EARTH (3)
THE FILLING OF SOLOMON’S TEMPLE WITH GOD’S
FIERY PRESENCE FORESHADOWS PENTECOST AND THE CHURCH’S
IDENTITY AS THE NEW TEMPLE OF GOD.

*Hymn of Faith #297 …………………… Open My Eyes

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ……………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

After service next week (Aug 7th) the Yoders plan to head to Michigan for two weeks of vacation. Guest preachers are being finalized for Aug 14th and 21st. Derek will be back in the study on Tuesday, Aug 24th.

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 is not planned for next week.

Upcoming Dates to Remember!
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)

CALENDAR

Wednesday, August 3rd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will discuss (“More Love to Thee”). Extra copies of the hymn are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.” It’s a great time to join us.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

First Congregational Church July 24, 2011 Bulletin

2011-07-22T18:36:00.002-04:00

FCC Sunday Sermon, July 17, 2011

2011-07-17T12:20:00.001-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………………… We Will Glorify

*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 99:1-9

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #32 ………………… I Sing the Mighty Power of God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #129 ……………… It Is Good to Praise the Lord
*Chorus #99…………………… Come, Holy Spirit
*Chorus #135………………… Make Me A Servant

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………………… 2 Kings 4:8-17 (Pew Bible pg. 574-575)
New Testament ………………………… James 3:13-18 (Pew Bible pg. 1883-84)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……… 1 Kings 7:1-51
Sermon ………………………………………… Derek Yoder
Heaven On Earth (2)

*Hymn of Faith #416 ……………………… Hiding In Thee

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow
*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)

If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!

The church’s financial statement for June 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, July 20th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will be discussing (“Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.” It’s a great time to join us.

Thursday, July 21st Dewey Missionary Society meets at 10:00 am at the church. Bob and Colleen Ludeking (InterFACE) will be our special guests. Join us as the Ludekings present an update on their ministry among international students, followed by a BYO lunch. Hope to see you there!

Next Sunday, July 24th
We meet at the Hill’s pond for our 9:30 am worship service followed by our annual church picnic. See the insert for details.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

First Congregational Church July 10, 2011 Bulletin

2011-07-09T23:21:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, JULY 10, 2011
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………… We Will Glorify

*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 98:1-9

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #18 …………… All Hail the Power
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #92 ……………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #91………………………… At the Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………… 2 Kings 4:1-7 (Pew Bible pg. 574)
New Testament ……………… James 3:1-12 (Pew Bible pg. 1883)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 6:1-38
Sermon ……………………………… Derek Yoder
HEAVEN ON EARTH (1)
Solomon’s temple-garden is an example of divine grace,
revealed in the gospel of the Last Adman, our Lord Jesus

*Hymn of Faith #356 …………… He Lifted Me

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)

If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!

CALENDAR
Tuesday, July 12th
Elder’s meeting at 6:00 pm. Save the Brian Godawa article on “Mesopotamian Cosmic Geography” for next time.

Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

Wednesday, July 13th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re finishing up Chapter 5 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will be discussing (“Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.” It’s a great time to join us.

First Congregational Church June 26, 2011 Bulletin

2011-06-23T09:43:00.004-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer - Worship in Reverence - Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………… Christ, We Do All Adore Thee

*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 96:1-6

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #23 ………… Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #189……………………… Great Is Thy Faithfulness
*Chorus #113……………………… He Is Exalted
*Chorus #32 ……………………… He Is Our Peace

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………… 2 Kings 3:1-20 (Pew Bible pg. 572-573)
New Testament ……………… James 2:1-13 (Pew Bible pg. 1881-82)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 5:1-18
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE BATTLE IS THE LORD’S!”
Solomon’s temple is a monument to the LORD’s triumph over his enemies—a hint of Christ’s victory on the cross and his Spirit-presence in us, trophies of his grace.

*Hymn of Faith #378 ………… Now I Belong to Jesus

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ……………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Summer schedule is right around the corner! (Don’t forget—Be thinking about creative ways you can “cultivate the image of God” in your life over the summer.) Here are some calendar dates to keep in mind:
July 10th - Bring a Friend to Church
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)

If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!

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.

CALENDAR
Sunday, June 26th
Sunday Night Out at Garry and Kathy Dole’s home. Come anytime after 4:00. Hot dogs will be served at 5:00.

Wednesday, June 29th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 5 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.”

Thursday, June 30th
Elders’ meeting at the church at 6:30 p.m. Come prepared to discuss the de Haan article “Can We Pray a Hedge?”

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

First Congregational Church June 19, 2011 Bulletin

2011-06-18T10:38:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 2011
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………… Rejoice in the Lord

*Call to Worship ……………… Psalm 93:1-5

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #33 ………………… A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #56 …………… O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing
*Chorus #63 …………… Rock Of My Salvation
*Chorus #8 ……………… Awesome in Power

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………… 2 Kings 2:19-24 (Pew Bible pg. 572)
New Testament ……………… James1:19-27 (Pew Bible pg. 1881)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 5:1-18
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
IHOP
Hiram’s partnership with Solomon is a glimpse of God’s heart for the nations: His temple shall be an international house of prayer.

*Hymn of Faith #72 ……………… Fairest Lord Jesus

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
I want to thank all those who helped make last week’s Centennial Service a success. Your hard work, your prayers and support, an dour attendance was a positive testimony for the gospel and our local church. I was proud of you all. - Derek

The church’s financial statement for May 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Summer schedule is right around the corner! (Don’t forget—Be thinking about creative ways you can “cultivate the image of God” in your life over the summer.) Here are some calendar dates to keep in mind:
June 26th – First Sunday of summer schedule. Family worship begins at 9:30 am. Sunday Night Out at the Doles’s pond on Shirley Road.
July 10th - Bring a Friend to Church
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out
September 18th – Sunday Night Out

If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!

Missions Alert! 2nd quarter is coming to a close at the end of the month and our mission expense obligation is about $800 short at this point.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, June 22nd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 5 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Join us next week as we try to apply T. David’s criteria for evaluating Christian hymns to the classic “Jesus Shall Reign”.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

FCC Sunday Sermon, June 5, 2011

2011-06-05T14:14:00.002-04:00

The King's Table

First Congregational Church May 29, 2011 Bulletin

2011-05-28T13:46:00.003-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer - Worship in Reverence - Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………………… Into the Holy of Holies

*Call to Worship …………………………………………… Psalm 92:1-4
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #8 ………… Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #38 ……………………………… Holy, Holy, Holy
*Chorus #77 ……………………………… Undivided Heart
*Chorus #79 ……………………………… We Declare Your Majesty

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………… 1 Kings 22:41-53 (Pew Bible pg. 568)
New Testament ………………… Hebrews 13:17-25 (Pew Bible pg. 1879)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………… 1 Kings 4:1-34
Sermon ……………………………………… Derek Yoder
SO, YOU WANT TO BE TRULY HUMAN?
The image of God flourishes in the kingdom of God under Solomon
– a visual aid of heaven under the real Son of David.

*Hymn of Faith #252 ………… Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *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.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, June 1st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 4 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

Sunday, June 12th
As part of the weekend celebration marking the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the Village of North Collins, an outdoor worship service of thanksgiving is planned. Join Christians from our Village churches (Holy Spirit, Sacred Heart of Mary, Wesleyan, and Congregational) at the North Collins Library pavilion at 2:00 pm to thank God with song, historical testimonies, and a word of challenge. There will be an old-fashioned picnic to follow. Derek will be coordinating this service. If you’d like to help out, see him.

Join the 2011 North Collins Centennial Community Choir! There is a children’s choir (grade 4-6) and adult choir (grade 7 – adult) with various practice times. Contact Kathy Dole (337-2737) for more information.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

First Congregational Church May 22, 2011 Bulletin

2011-05-21T07:35:00.005-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am: T David Gordon: Hymns:Criteria for Making Good Ones
Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………… Brethern, We Have Met to Worship

*Call to Worship ……………… Psalm 91:1-16
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #601 …………… How Firm A Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Hymn #287 ………… O God, Our Help in Ages Past
*Hymn #402 ………… Like A River Glorious

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………… 1 Kings 22:29-40 (Pew Bible pg. 567)
New Testament ………… Hebrews 13:9-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1879)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… John 11:17-37
Sermon …………………………… Dr. T. David Gordon
CHRIST’S ATTITUDE TOWARD DEATH

*Hymn of Faith #223 ……… Take Time To Be Holy

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We are pleased to welcome T. David Gordon back to North Collins and to our fellowship. Dr. Gordon currently serves as Professor of Religion and Greek at Grove City College and has been our teaching guest for this year’s Leadership Forum. Let’s give Dr. Gordon our full attention as he opens God’s Word for us this morning.

The Tri-County Crisis Pregnancy Center will hold its annual “Walk for Life” on Sunday, June 12, beginning at 1:30 pm from the Gowanda Free Methodist Church. Walkers of all ages are invited to participate and ask friends, relatives, and neighbors to sponsor them. All funds received will help reach out to women with crisis pregnancies. Free services include peer counseling, pregnancy testing, pre-natal vitamins, baby clothes, baby furniture, and referrals for additional services. Contact Audrianne Eddy at 532-5056 for information.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, May 25th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 4 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

Thursday, May 26th
Elders’ meeting at the church at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 21 in the Elders Handbook (“Sects and Cults”).

Sunday, May 22nd
Join area churches in the newly completed sanctuary of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Angola for a community hymn at 6:30 pm. Refreshments to follow.

Sunday, June 12th
As part of the weekend celebration marking the 100th Anniversary of the founding of the Village of North Collins, an outdoor worship service of thanksgiving is planned. Join Christians from our Village churches (Holy Spirit, Sacred Heart of Mary, Wesleyan, and Congregational) at the North Collins Library pavilion at 2:00 pm to thank God with song, historical testimonies, and a word of challenge. There will be an old-fashioned picnic to follow. Derek will be coordinating this service. If you’d like to help out, see him.

Join the 2011 North Collins Centennial Community Choir! There is a children’s choir (grade 4-6) and adult choir (grade 7 – adult) with various practice times. Contact Kathy Dole (337-2737) for more information.

First Congregational Church May 15, 2011 Bulletin

2011-05-14T09:31:00.005-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………… Brethern, We Have Met to Worship

*Call to Worship …………………………… Psalm 90:1-17
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #7 …… Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #125 ……………………… I Will Delight
*Chorus #9……………………………… Beautiful
*Chorus #16…………………………… Change My Heart, Oh God

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………… 1 Kings 22:15-28 (Pew Bible pg. 566-67)
New Testament ………… Hebrews 13:1-8 (Pew Bible pg. 1878-79)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………… 1 Kings 3:16-28
Sermon ………………………………… Derek Yoder
CUTS LIKE A KNIFE
(Download sermon from Google Docs)
Solomon’s wisdom exposes anonymous hearts and points to the real Lord Justice – our Jesus.

*Hymn of Faith #327 ……………… I Love Thy Kingdom, Lord

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow
*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, May 18th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network, channel 26; DirecTV does not carry the program), as Derek tries to make good use of this special opportunity. “Ask the Pastor” is a live call-in program with a panel of five area Senior Pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

The Tri-County Crisis Pregnancy Center will hold its annual “Walk for Life” on Sunday, June 12, beginning at 1:30 pm from the Gowanda Free Methodist Church. Walkers of all ages are invited to participate and ask friends, relatives, and neighbors to sponsor them. All funds received will help reach out to women with crisis pregnancies. Free services include peer counseling, pregnancy testing, pre-natal vitamins, baby clothes, baby furniture, and referrals for additional services. Contact Audrianne Eddy at 532-5056 for information.

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED. The annual ISI Conference, Memorial Day Weekend, will be based from Hamburg Wesleyan Church this year and host families are needed for college International students coming to the area. Let Harriett know you can help!

The Church’s financial statement for April 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, May 18th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 4 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

Saturday, May 21st
Join us for our 8th FCC Leadership Forum. We are pleased to welcome back T. David Gordon, Professor of Greek and Religion at Grove City College. Dr. Gordon will address the theme of Christian worship in a media-saturated age. He will remain with us on the Lord’s Day, at which time he will address our adult Sunday school class and preach during our family worship time. See the bulletin insert for details and sign-up in the foyer for this important event.

Sunday, May 22nd
Join area churches in the newly completed sanctuary of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Angola for a community hymn at 6:30 pm. Refreshments to follow.

Sunday, June 12th
As part of the weekend celebration marking the 100th Anniversary of the founding of North Collins (village), area churches are assembling for an outdoor service of thanksgiving. Join Christians from the Holy Spirit, Sacred Heart of Mary, Wesleyan, and Congregational churches at the library pavilion at 2:00 pm to thank God in song, historical testimonies, and a word of challenge. There will be an old-fashioned picnic to follow. Derek will be coordinating this service. If you’d like to help out, see him.

First Congregational Church May 8, 2011 Bulletin

2011-05-09T00:18:00.002-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………… Brethern, We Have Met to Worship

*Call to Worship ……… Psalm 86:1-5
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #52 ………… To God Be the Glory
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #119 …………… How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place
*Chorus #32 ……………… He Is Our Peace
*Chorus #180 …………… Come, Let Us Worship and Bow Down

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………… 1 Kings 22:1-14 (Pew Bible pg. 565-66)
New Testament …………… Hebrews 12:14-29 (Pew Bible pg. 1877-78)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………… 1 Kings 3:1-15
Sermon ……………………………………………… Derek Yoder
GREATER THAN SOLOMON
Solomon’s royal “test” and his imperfect wisdom draws our attention
to the perfectly wise king – our Lord Jesus.

*Hymn of Faith #68 ……………… Praise Him! Praise Him!
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Saturday, May 21st
Join us for our 8th FCC Leadership Forum. We are pleased to welcome back T. David Gordon, Professor of Greek and Religion at Grove City College. Dr. Gordon will address the theme of Christian worship in a media-saturated age. He argues that worship through preaching and singing has undergone profound changes in the last generation, many due to technology’s debilitating effects on Christian sensibilities. This fascinating subject will be the focus of this year’s FCC Leadership Forum. Join us as we welcome T. David Gordon for a challenging, worldview-building weekend together.

The FCC Leadership Forum will include two morning sessions, beginning at 9:30 am, and will conclude by mid-afternoon with a third session. Dr. Gordon will remain with us on the Lord’s Day, at which time he will address our adult Sunday School class and preach during our family worship time. See the bulletin insert and sign-up in the foyer for this important event.

Address Update! Ruth and Roy Shelpman are phasing down the orphanage aspect of the Metzler Youth Home and will be returning to the States July 28. They are considering one of 14 possible areas of service as BMM Missionaries for their next assignment from the Lord. Their mailing address is: 1400 CR 17A North, Lot 77, Avon Park, FL 33825

CALENDAR
Tuesday, May 10th
Elders Meeting at 6:00 pm • Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, May 11th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 4 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

Saturday, May 14th
Ladies! You are invited to our 3rd Annual Tea Party at 2:00 pm. This year our hostess is Shirley Brown. Bring a favorite finger food and your own tea cup and share a “spot” of British tea with friends. See the sign-up in the foyer.

Sunday, May 22nd
Join area churches in the newly completed sanctuary of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Angola for a community hymn at 6:30 pm. Refreshments to follow.

First Congregational Church May 1, 2011 Bulletin

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First Congregational Church April 24, 2011 Bulletin

2011-04-26T04:51:00.002-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
EASTER SUNDAY
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Wait in Prayer
Worship in Reverence
Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship - responsive reading #45, p.769 ………… “The Risen Saviour"

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #176 …………… Christ Arose
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Hymn #179…………………………… Christ The Lord Is Risen Today
*Hymn #180 ………………………… The Day of Resurrection

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………… 1 Kings 21:1-14 (Pew Bible pg. 563-64)
New Testament ……………… Hebrews 11:17-40 (Pew Bible pg. 1875-77)58

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Corinthians 15:50-58
Sermon ……………………………… Derek Yoder
TOIL & TRIUMPH – AN EASTER CLASSIC
Because of Easter, believers can be confident that Jesus is making something beautiful with their lives and ministries.

*Hymn of Faith #377 ………………… He Lives

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, April 27th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

In lieu of Bible Study, we are planning to gather at the North Collins Cemetery for a very brief time of prayer and committal in memory of Don Gebhardt. All are welcome to join us there at 7:00 pm.

Thursday, April 28th
Dewey Missionary Society meets at 10:00 am in the Adult Sunday School classroom. All are welcome. Bring a sandwich.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ladies! You are invited to our 3rd Annual Tea Party on Saturday, May 14th, at 2:00 pm. This year our hostess is Shirley Brown. Bring a favorite finger food and your own tea cup and share a “spot” of British tea with friends. See the sign-up in the foyer.

There will be a brief meeting after service for those who’ve signed up to be part of the COFFEE WITH CALVIN reading group. We need to pick a time to discuss T. David’s “Johnny” books in preparation for his weekend with us. It’s right around the corner on May 20-22.

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.

OUR FLOWERS TODAY ARE GIVEN AS FOLLOWS …
In loving memory of my beloved husband, Oliver – Audrey Krebs

In loving memory of my dad, grandparents, aunts & uncles – Michele Krebs

In fond memory of our friends Beulah, Carol & Don – Audrey & Michele

In loving memory of my husband, Ellsworth and our parents Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Brauer and Mr. & Mrs. Frederick Rupp – Harriett Rupp

In loving memory of mom, Catherine, and with fondest memories of our friends who have gone home to glory – Lori & Matt Clapper

Easter Sunday Sermon

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Easter Sunday Sermon

First Congregational Church April 17, 2011 Bulletin

2011-04-16T08:54:00.003-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 2011
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………… “The Triumphal Entry”
(responsive reading #42, p. 767)
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise …………………… All Glory, Laud and Honor
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Children’s Hymn ………………… Rejoice, the Lord Is King
*Hymn #18 …………………………………… All Hail the Power

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………… 1 Kings 20:35-43 (Pew Bible pg. 563)
New Testament ……………… Hebrews 11:1-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1874-75)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………… 1 Kings 2:28-46
Sermon …………………………………………… Derek Yoder
PARADA OF PROMISE
Jesus’ triumphal entry points to his royal identity and mission – and to the great last day when every promise is Yes.

*Hymn of Faith #68 …………… Praise Him! Praise Him!

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

CALENDAR
Wednesday, April 20th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

In order to free up people’s evening schedules during Holy Week, there will be no Bible study this Wednesday. Plan to join us April 27th, when we resume our study of Hebrews, called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
T. David’s “Johnny” books are in. If you requested copies, pick up one of each on the back table, and start reading! Be thinking about a good first meeting date. This is in preparation for our upcoming Leadership Forum with T. David Gordon next month, over the weekend of May 20-22.

Plan now to be a part of these special seasonal services:
Thursday, April 21st – Traditional Maundy Thursday candlelight vigil at 7:00 pm including the Lord’s Supper
Friday, April 22nd – Good Friday Service at the Wesleyan Church at 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 24th – Easter Sunday. We’ll begin our Easter celebration at 9:30 am with a Praise & Prayer Service (come with a word of testimony!) followed by our traditional Easter breakfast buffet downstairs, starting about 10:00. Family worship service at 10:45 am. Plan now to be part of these special Holy Week services!

The flowers at the front of the Winter Chapel were donated by the family of Beulah Beaver, whose funeral service was held on Wednesday.

We are saddened by the news of Don Gebhardt’s sudden death on Monday at Millard Fillmore Gates, where he had been hospitalized. Condolences go out to his children, Carol Grantinetti of Buffalo and Earl Gebhardt of Virginia. The family is not planning to hold a memorial service at this time.

First Congregational Church April 10, 2011 Bulletin

2011-04-09T09:40:00.003-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………… The Lord Is In His Holy Temple
*Call to Worship …………… Psalm 84:1-12
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #11 ……………… O Worship The King
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #97 ………………… Blessed Assurance
*Chorus #119………………… How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place
*Chorus #90 ………………… As We Seek Your Face

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………………… 1 Kings 20:13-34 (Pew Bible pg. 561-63)
New Testament ……………………… Hebrews 10:32-39 (Pew Bible pg. 1874)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………… 1 Kings 2:13-46
Sermon …………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE KING IS DEAD! (LONG LIVE THE KING!)
God establishes Solomon’s rule by bringing his enemies to ruin – a prophetic vision of the kingdom of the real Son of David

*Hymn of Faith #524 ……………… He Hideth My Soul

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow
*Benediction

Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
T. David’s “Johnny” books are in. If you requested copies, pick up one of each on the back table, and start reading! Be thinking about a good first meeting date. This is in preparation for our upcoming Leadership Forum with T. David Gordon next month, over the weekend of May 20-22.

HOLY WEEK is just around the corner. Plan now to be a part of these special seasonal services:
Next Sunday, April 17th – Palm Sunday
Thursday, April 21st – Traditional Maundy Thursday candlelight vigil at 7:00 pm including the Lord’s Supper
Friday, April 22nd – Good Friday Service at the Wesleyan Church at 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 24th – Easter Sunday. We’ll begin our Easter celebration at 9:30 am with a Praise & Prayer Service (come with a word of testimony!) followed by our traditional Easter breakfast buffet downstairs, starting about 10:00. Family worship service at 10:45 am. Plan now to be part of these special Holy Week services!

CALENDAR
Tuesday, April 12th
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, April 13th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 4 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.”

Saturday, April 16th
Work day at church! Sanctuary windows, dusting, foyer bulletin board, kitchen clean-up, general outdoor pick-up, gardening?!

First Congregational Church March 27, 2011

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First Congregational Church March 20, 2011

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Sermon, Sunday March 13, 2011

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The Triumphal Entry

First Congregational Church March 6, 2011 Bulletin

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First Congregational Church February 27, 2011 Bulletin

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First Congregational Church February 20, 2011 Bulletin

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First Congregational Church February 13, 2011 Bulletin

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First Congregational Church February 6, 2011

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First Congregational Church January 30, 2011 Bulletin

2011-01-29T12:24:00.003-05:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, JANUARY 30, 2011
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………… Into the Holy of Holies
*Call to Worship ………………………… Psalm 68:1-4
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #48………… Join All the Glorious Names
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #56 …………… O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing
*Chorus #52 …………… Micah 6:8
*Chorus #53 …………… My Peace

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………… 1 Kings 15:33-16:7 (Pew Bible pg. 553)
New Testament………………Hebrews 6:4-12 (Pew Bible pg. 1867-68)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………… Acts 20:17-38
Sermon………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE WHOLE COUNSEL OF GOD
The Bible is ultimately about God. Reading scripture at “Level 3” reminds us who’s the real hero of all Bible stories (God) and how we can live for him.

*Hymn of Faith #576 ………… Saviour, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ……………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Rebekah Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2011. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Olive, Fred or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

All committee heads and chairs: Don’t forget that Audrey needs you annual report by month’s end to make it in the packets for the Annual Meeting.

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. We will share a fellowship meal together following the service. Bring a dish to pass!

CALENDAR
Wednesday, February 2nd
Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 2 of our study of Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

A CALL IS ISSUED TO THE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS TO ATTEND OUR ANNUAL MEETING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2011 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. TRUSTEE TERMS EXPIRING ARE FRED BOTKO AND LORI CLAPPER.

First Congregational Church January 23, 2011

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First Congregational Church December 19, 2010

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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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………………………… Of the Father’s Love
*Call to Worship ………………………… Isaiah 6:1-7

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #104 …………………………… Joy to The World
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Carols of Worship Medley (see insert)
*Hymn #105 ……………………… O Come, All Ye Faithful

Presentation of the Fourth Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

Sunday School Christmas Program ………………… “The Perfect King”

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
During Advent, our worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING”. We’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Join us as we begin a new Sunday School mini-series called “RIGHTLY UNITING THE WORD OF TRUTH”. It’s a several-week long overview of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology intended to help us put the pieces of the Bible together and develop a framework for understanding its message.

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2011. The submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Olive, Fred, or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

The church’s financial statement for November 2010 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

The Yoders plan to travel on Saturday to Michigan for a Christmas family weekend. Be praying for safety on the road. Pray, too, for Rasheed Akhtar (International Students), who will being the morning message on December 26th.

CALENDAR

Our midweek Bible study is postponed because of Christmas travel and preparations. We get back into Hebrews on January 5th.

Friday, December 24th
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6:30 pm.

Sunday, December 26th
Guest speaker, Rasheed Akhtar with ISI

Sunday, January 2nd
Communion and 2010 Collage of Memories in the Winter Chapel.

At First Congregational Church, we’re celebrating almost 200 years of Congregational life and faith. A lot has happened since our church was founded in 1817, but some things never change.

We remain committed to our vision to glorify God through Christ-centered worship, vigorous Bible teaching, the care and edification of God’s people, outreach to our neighbors, and the proclamation of the gospel to other cultures around the world.

Our church covenant concludes with these words –

“We agree to seek with the help of the Holy Spirit the unity, purity and glory of the church in doctrine and life, to the praise of our covenant-keeping God.”

We think that’s a vision worth celebrating.

First Congregational Church December 12, 2010

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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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ………………………… Of the Father’s Love
*Call to Worship …………………… Isaiah 52:7-10

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #122 ……………………… Who Is He In Yonder Stall?
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn #118 ……………… What Child Is This?
*Hymn #106 ……………… Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
*Hymn #105 ……………… O Come, All Ye Faithful

Presentation of the Third Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text …………………… Luke 1:46-55
Sermon ……………………………… Derek Yoder
ANOINTED
God has stretched out his holy arm in human history. His tender mercy, his fierce wrath, and his salvation have been revealed through our Lord Jesus, the Messianic King

*Hymn of Faith #109 ……………… It Came Upon A Midnight Clear

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
During Advent, our worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING”. We’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Join us as we begin a new Sunday School mini-series called “RIGHTLY UNITING THE WORD OF TRUTH”. It’s a several-week long overview of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology intended to help us put the pieces of the Bible together and develop a framework for understanding its message.

CALENDAR

Sunday, December 12th
Christmas Tea at the Parsonage from 2-5 pm. We hope you can join us at the parsonage for our Christmas Tea. It’s a time for our family to express the love and appreciation we feel to all of you who mean so much to us. Feel free to stop by for favorite holiday foods with good friends. We look forward to sharing this special time with you.

Tuesday, December 14th
Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, December 15th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. Consider joining us as we begin a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Sunday, December 19th
Sunday School Christmas Program – “The Perfect King”

Friday, December 24th
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6:30 pm.

First Congregational Church December 5, 2010

2010-12-03T14:14:00.004-05:00

First Congregational Church November 28, 2010 Bulletin

2010-11-27T10:09:00.003-05:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………………………………………………………… God Is One, Our Triune God

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………… Isaiah 43:1-7
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #109 ………… Angels From the Realms of Glory
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #7 …………………… Away In A Manger
*Chorus #87 ………………… Angels We Have Heard on High
*Chorus #55 ……………… O Come, O Come Emmanuel
Presentation of the First Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………………………………… Isaiah 7:1-16
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
IMMANUEL: GOD WITH US Jesus’ “humanity” fulfills God’s promise of his own divine presence, his commitment to us, and our redemption.

*Hymn of Faith #112 ……………………………… There’s A Song In The Air

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Alice Yoder

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.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
This morning marks the beginning of Advent 2010. Our worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING.” Over the Christmas season, we’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys - the children (a lot of teens this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets, remember: no fresh foods. Only boxed and canned items, such as fruits & vegetables, soups, cereals and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

CALENDAR

Wednesday, December 1st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. Consider joining us as we begin a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Saturday, December 4th
Ladies’ Christmas Luncheon at 12 noon in the adult Sunday school classroom. Bring a favorite Christmas dish to share as well as a contribution (canned goods, please) for the Seneca Gospel Mission. See the sign-up in the foyer.

Sunday December 5th
Join us as we begin a new Sunday school mini-series called “RIGHTLY UNITING THE WORD OF TRUTH.” It’s a several-week-long overview of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology intended to help us put the pieces of the Bible together and develop a framework for understanding its message.

Sunday December 12th
Christmas Tea at the Parsonage

Sunday December 19th
Sunday School Program (“The Perfect King”)

First Congregational Church November 21, 2010

2010-11-22T08:51:00.005-05:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit …………………… Behold, Bless Ye the Lord
*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 62:1-12

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #77……………… The God of Abraham Praise
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #113 ……………… He Is Exalted
*Chorus #92 ………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #44 ………………… I’m Forever Grateful

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ………… 1 Kings 13:26-34 (Pew Bible pg. 548-49)
New Testament (Apostle) ………… Hebrews 3:1-6 (Pew Bible pg. 1864-65)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ………………………… John 21:1-14
Sermon …………………………………… Derek Yoder
FROM LAST SUPPER TO FIRST BREAKFAST Jesus equips his disciples for their mission with a breakfast like no other – proof of his resurrection and the promise of divine provision.

*Hymn of Faith #78 …………………Thanks to God for My Redeemer

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next week marks the beginning of Advent 2010. Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING”. Over the next month, we’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our heats together for this special season.

Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys – the children (a lot of teenagers this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets – remember: no fresh foods, only boxed and canned items, such as fruit and vegetables, soups, cereals, and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

CALENDAR

Saturday, November 27th
Christmas Program read-through! Sunday School students and anyone who likes to sing are invited to the Doles home on Shirley Road. Pizza at 5 pm, read-through at 6 pm!

Wednesday, December 1st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

First Congregational Church November 14, 2010 Bulletin

2010-11-16T01:48:00.003-05:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………… Hear Our Prayer
*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 61:1-8
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #7 …………… Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #119 …………… How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place
*Chorus #199 …………… I Love You, Lord
*Chorus #61 …………… Purify My Heart

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet)………… 1 Kings 13:11-25 (Pew Bible pg.547-548)
New Testament (Apostle)………… Hebrews 2:10-18 (Pew Bible pg. 1864)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………………………… John 20:19-31
Sermon …………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
WONDERFUL WORDS OF LIFE (II) The Jesus of the gospels is the Christ of faith. The ministry of the word reveals him as he truly is – and life in his name.

*Hymn of Faith #244…………………… Holy Spirit, Faithful Guide

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Alice Yoder

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.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys - the children (a lot of teens this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets, remember: no fresh foods. Only boxed and canned items, such as fruits & vegetables, soups, cereals and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, November 17th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV does not carry the program), as Derek tries to make good use of this special opportunity. “Ask the Pastor” is a live call-in program with a panel of five area Senior Pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, November 16th
Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 19 in the Elders Handbook (“The Great Commission).

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

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. Join us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Thursday, November 18th
Dewey Missionary Society meets at the church at 10:00 am.

We hope you can join us after today’s service for a Thanksgiving-style Harvest Dinner to celebrate God’s abundant provision.

The church’s financial statement for October 2010 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

First Congregational Church of North Collins - November 7, 2010

2010-11-05T13:44:00.002-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ………… “Thirsting for God” responsive reading #24

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #90 …………… Come, Christians, Join To Sing
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #129 ……………………… It Is Good
*Chorus #91 ………………………… At The Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………… 1 Kings 13:1-10 (Pew Bible pg. 547)
New Testament (Apostle) …………… Hebrews 2:1-9 (Pew Bible pg. 1863-64)

Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Sermon ………………………… Bruce Brown

*Hymn of Faith #134 …………………… Alas, and Did My Saviour Bleed

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

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn of Thanksgiving #328 …………… Blest Be The Tie That Binds

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
SAVE THE DATE! Plans are underway for our 8th Leadership Forum.
T. David Gordon will join us over the weekend of May 20-22, 2011 for seminar sessions, stimulating conversations, and enriching teaching times. Plan now to take advantage of this special offering.

Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys – the children (a lot of teenagers this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets – remember: no fresh foods, only boxed and canned items, such as fruit and vegetables, soups, cereals, and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

CALENDAR
Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing & fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest / Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very special service.

Tuesday, November 9th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm.
Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

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

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Sunday, November 14th
Harvest Dinner following the morning service. See insert for details.

First Congregational Church of North Collins - October 31, 2010

2010-11-01T12:06:00.003-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ……………………………… Psalm 57:1-11

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #33 … A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #32………………………………………………… He Is Our Peace
*Chorus #92………………………………………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #117……………………………………………… Hide Me In Your Holiness

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……… 1 Kings 12:25-33 (Pew Bible pg. 546-47)
New Testament (Apostle) ……… Hebrews 1:1-14 (Pew Bible pg. 1862-63)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds to 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………………………… John 20:19-31
Sermon …………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
Wonderful Words of Life The risen Christ sends out disciples with divine peace and authority, springing from his own life-giving Spirit.

*Hymn of Faith #701 ……………… Saviour, Again to Thy Dear Name

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Tami Marano

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
SAVE THE DATE! Plans are underway for our 8th Leadership Forum.
T. David Gordon will join us over the weekend of May 20-22, 2011 for seminar sessions, stimulating conversations, and enriching teaching times. Plan now to take advantage of this special offering.

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. In place of our regular Communion fellowship meal, plan to join us for a Harvest Dinner the following week (Nov 14th) . See insert for details.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, November 3rd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. We’re finishing up our study of 1 Corinthians. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews.

Saturday, November 6th
Join us for a quick indoor/outdoor work day at 9 am to spruce things up as we get ready for our fall activities. Gutters & leaves outside … inside pew books / info sheets / pencils, window sills, kitchen cleaning, wipe down tables / counters / walls. Let’s get spiffy for Singspiration! and Harvest Dinner.

Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Fluvanna Church at 6:00 pm for the annual CCCC Fall Banquet to welcome Conference Minister and banquet speaker Steve Gammon. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing & fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest / Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very special service.

Luke Andrew Mason was born to parents Sara & Joel Mason Tuesday, October 26 at 6:21 pm weighing in at 9 lb, 3 oz and 22” long. Thank you, Lord, for a safe delivery and healthy recovery.

First Congregational Church October 24, 2010 Bulletin

2010-10-23T09:05:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
October 24, 2010
Enter to Worship ... Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 am ... WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………… Psalm 56:1-13
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #13 …… Crown Him With Many Crowns
* Invocation
Choral Anthem

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #223 ………………………………………………………… Most Holy One
*Chorus #228 ………………………………………………………… O Lord, Your Tenderness

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet)………… 1 Kings 12:18-24 (pg. 546)
New Testament Reading (Apostle)………… Philemon 1:8-25 (pg. 1860-61)

Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………………………… John 20:1-18
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE LOST & FOUND SAVIOR” (2) Jesus’ resurrection opens up the way to lasting communion with God in the holy place. We’ll never lose him again!

*Hymn of Faith #526 …………………………… Jesus Never Fails

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

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation is invited to stand

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Alice Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The annual CCCC Fall Banquet is scheduled for Sat, Nov. 6th at 6:00 pm. Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Fluvanna Church to welcome Conference Minister and banquet speaker Steve Gammon. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

SAVE THE DATE! Plans are already underway for our 8th Leadership Forum. T. David Gordon will join us over the weekend of May 20-22, 2011, for seminar sessions, stimulating conversations, and enriching teaching times. More details will follow, but plan now to take advantage of this special offering.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, October 27th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re finishing up our study of 1 Corinthians. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews.

Thursday, October 28th
Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 18 (“Eldership in Perspective”) in the Elders Handbook.

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing, and fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

First Congregational Church October 17, 2010 Bulletin

2010-10-16T09:23:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Enter to Worship October 17, 2010 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 am WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………… Psalm 55:16-23
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #287 …………… O God, Our Help In Ages Past
* Invocation
Choral Anthem

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #91 ……………………… At The Cross
*Chorus #217 …………………… Let It Be Said Of Us

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………… 1 Kings 12:1-17 (pg. 545-46)
New Testament Reading (Apostle) ……………… Philemon 1:1-7 (pg. 1860)

Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……… John 20:1-18
Sermon ………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE LOST & FOUND SAVIOR” Easter is the story of new beginnings and new relationships

*Hymn of Faith #414 …………………… Trust and Obey

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

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Bekah Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS
To Pastor Yoder & Congregation:
Thank you for your very generous donation to the Town of North Collins Public Library. I appreciate all of the planning and work that went into holding the pig roast – and it was a great success! You should be very proud of yourselves for hosting such a wonderful community event. The Town of North Collins is lucky to have such a community-minded congregation in their town. Your donation will help us to provide programs, materials and service to this community. – Mary L. Muscarella, Library Manager

The annual CCCC Fall Banquet is scheduled for Sat, Nov. 6th at 6:00 pm. Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Fluvanna Church to welcome Conference Minister and banquet speaker Steve Gammon. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wed, Oct. 20th, at 2:00 pm. (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV does not carry the local program), as Derek tries to make good use of this special opportunity. “Ask the Pastor” is a live call-in program with a panel of five area Senior Pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

The church’s financial statement for September 2010 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, October 20th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re finishing up our study of 1 Corinthians. Consider joining us as we give thought to our next study.

Thursday, October 21st
Dewey Missionary Society meets here at church.

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing, and fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

Condolences go out to the Dawn Green family. Her mother, Anita Heinrich, died on October 6th. Her memorial service was held at Wentland’s on Friday.

First Congregational Church October 10, 2010 Bulletin

2010-10-09T08:46:00.003-04:00

First Congregational Church of North Collins - October 3, 2010

2010-10-01T14:39:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Enter to Worship October 3, 2010 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 am WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship (responsive reading #23, p. 755)…… “The Path of Obedience”
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #89 …………… Praise the Lord
* Invocation
Choral Anthem

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #82 ……………………………………… White As Snow
*Chorus #91 ……………………………………… At The Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet)……… 1 Kings 11:14-25 (pg. 543)
New Testament Reading (Apostle) ……… Titus 2:1-15 (pg. 1858-59)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………… John 19:31-37
Sermon ……………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“BEHOLD THE LAMB!” The condition of Jesus’ body points to his ministry as the Passover Lamb – who perished for the forgiveness of sins, protection from the wrath to come, and to open up the way to the Land of Promise

*Hymn of Faith #795 …………………… Pass Me Not

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 A (inside front cover) … Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
Hymn #606 ………………… According To Thy Gracious Word

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation is invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

Join us for prayer and Bible study at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re making our way through Paul’s teaching on the resurrection (1 Corinthians 15). It’s a great time to join us!

Tuesday, October 12th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist. More details to follow.

Thanks to all who worked so hard to make our 3rd Parish Pig roast a success. It was a chilly day but a good opportunity to come alongside our community in a visible way and be a winsome, positive witness for Christ and the church. Mary Muscarella, our North Collins librarian, was very appreciative.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher.

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen

First Congregational Church September 26, 2010 Bulletin

2010-09-26T07:05:00.003-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 50:1-23
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #8 … Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #15 ………………… Break Into Songs of Joy
*Chorus #12 ……………… Blessed Be The Lord God Almighty
*Chorus #156 ……………… The Lord Is My Light

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet)…………… 1 Kings 11:1-13 (Pew Bible pg.542-43)
New Testament (Apostle)…………… Titus 4:10-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1858)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr. olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text …………………………… John 19:25-30
Sermon ……………………………………………Derek Yoder
“HIS BANNER OVER ME IS LOVE” Jesus’ tender words on the cross highlight his ministry as the bridegroom who, unexpectedly, draws God’s people to the wedding feast – by suffering in their place.

*Hymn of Faith #61 ………………………………………… Jesus Is the Sweetest Name

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*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. Following our Communion meal, we’ll gather downstairs for a fellowship meal.

Also next week, the COFFEE WITH CALVIN reading group is planning to gather over dessert to discuss Ryken’s book “Discovering God”. If you’re a part of that group, get busy reading!

CALENDAR

Wednesday, September 29th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study & Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re making our way through Paul’s teaching on the resurrection (1 Corinthians 15). It’s a great time to join us!

Saturday, October 2nd
Be praying about our Parish Pig Roast at the Celebrate North Collins festivities, that our witness to the community would be faithful and winsome. Joins us at noon behind the firemen’s training center for a sandwich and glass of birch beer.

Thank you to my Church Family for your prayers, cards and visits and for the basket of lovely flowers, which I am still enjoying. Love - Olive

Get the most out of the services by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Lori Clapper

FCC Bulletin & Sermon, Sunday September 17, 2010

2010-09-20T11:35:00.003-04:00

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………………… Psalm 49:1-20

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #21 ……………………… Christ Is Our Cornerstone

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #29………………………………………………………………………… Great Is the Lord

*Chorus #18……………………………………………………………………………… Come and See

*Chorus #16…………………………………………………………… Change My Heart, Oh God

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament (Prophet) ………………………… 1 Kings 10:14-29 (Pew Bible pg. 541-42)

New Testament (Apostle) …………………………………… Titus 1:10-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1858)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds to 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… John 19:17-30

Sermon ……………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder

“HE ACCOMPLISHES WHAT CONCERNS ME”

Golgotha draws our attention to the unfolding of God’s redemptive plan in Christ. In times of trouble, may we, like our Savior, rejoice in our Father’s sovereign care and respond with trusting obedience.

*Hymn of Faith #571 …………………………………………………… I Am Resolved

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Tami Marano

Announcements

The church’s financial statements for June-July-August 2010 are posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Calendar

Sunday, September 19th

Text Box: Sunday Night Out at the Doles’ pond on Shirley Road! Let’s meet at 4:00 for fellowship, with hot dogs served at 5:00! Bring a side dish or dessert, if you would like.

Wednesday, September 22nd

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

There will be no Bible study and prayer meeting on Wednesday. But join us on Sept. 29th, when our study of Paul’s teaching on the resurrection (1 Cor 15) resumes. It’s a great time to join us!

As a special Dewey Missionary Society project, we are planning to contribute to the Mizpah Christian School in Micronesia—an important work the CCCC has been involved in for many years. This gift of support will help MCS administrators purchase textbooks and other important educational materials. If you would like to contribute to this worthwhile project, please note the special collection basket in the back marked ‘MIZPAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL PROJECT.’

Don’t forget this month’s special birthdays.

Sept. 16th – Frank Gruppo turns 94

Sept. 20th – Beulah Beaver turns 102

Sept. 30th – Evelyn Falk turns 99

First Congregational Church of North Collins - September 12, 2010

2010-09-10T16:25:00.003-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship …………… Psalm 48:1-14

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #10 …………… O For A Thousand Tongues
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #38 …………… Holy, Holy, Holy
*Chorus #32 …………… He Is Our Peace

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ………… 1 Kings 10:1-13 (Pew Bible pg. 540-41)
New Testament (Apostle) ………… Titus 1:1-9 (Pew Bible pg. 1857-58)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds to 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text …………… John 19:1-16
Sermon …………… Derek Yoder
“BEHOLD THE MAN!”
Jesus is the “surprise ending” to the story of redemption. Those who look to him in faith discover God’s wisdom and power to save – and his promise to clothe his adopted children in robes fit for a king!

*Hymn of Faith #521 ………… I Will Pilot Thee

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Katie Yoder

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dewey Missionary Society invites our whole church family to be involved in giving financially to the CCCC Missions Project: “Educational Materials for Micronesia so that the Christian High School in Mizpah can have more adequate resources. If you would like to donate, please see Alice or Harriett.

As part of “Celebrate North Collins” (a communitywide event on Saturday, October 2nd, to help raise money for the North Collins Library), we are hoping to contribute a pig roast. It’s a tasty way to be visible in the community, and it gives us a chance to hand out gospel tracts and church literature along with pork sandwiches, glasses of birch beer, and a friendly witness. If you would like to be involved (planning, set-up, serving, clean-up), let Derek know. It’s a great opportunity to put a warm face on our church, but it’s labor intensive. Without volunteers, this little piggy can’t go to market.

CALENDAR
Tuesday, September 14th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm.
Full Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

Wednesday, September 15th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us in the adult Sunday school classroom for Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 p.m. We’re in 1 Corinthians 15 and Paul’s teaching on the resurrection. It’s a great time to join us!

Thursday, September 16th
Please join us for our monthly Dewey Missionary Society meeting. Bruce Brown will be reporting on Micronesia. We meet the 3rd Thursday of every month.

Saturday, September 18th
Everyone is invited to attend the ISI Welcome Picnic for international students in our area in the Russell Joy Park in Fredonia at 12:00 noon. It is usually a potluck gathering, and David Larson plans to join us with a delegation of students from the Ithaca area. A van will be leaving from our church for people who don’t want to drive over by themselves. See Alice or Harriett for details.

Sunday, September 19th
Sunday Night Out at the Doles’ pond on Shirley Road!

First Congregational Church of North Collins August 29, 2010 Bulletin

2010-08-30T14:27:00.003-04:00

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
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 2010
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ……… Psalm 47:1-9

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #23 ……… Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #177 ………… Come and Sing Praises
*Chorus #229………… O The Deep, Deep Love of Jesus

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……… 1 Kings 9:1-9 (Pew Bible pg. 538-39)
New Testament (Apostle) ……… 2 Timothy 4:1-8 (Pew Bible pg. 1855-56)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds to 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……… John 18:28-40
Sermon ………… Derek Yoder
THE SWORD, THE STATE, & THE SAVIOR (III)
What are the “Rules of Engagement” for Jesus’ followers?—Do what you must, make peace where you can, always overcome evil with good.
(Click above to download an MP3 copy of the sermon.)

*Hymn of Faith #596 ……… O Word of God Incarnate

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Alice Yoder

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Dewey Missionary Society invites our whole church family to be involved in giving financially to the CCCC Missions Project: “Educational Materials for Micronesia so that the Christian High School in Mizpah can have more adequate resources. If you would like to donate, please see Alice or Harriett.

Tri-County Pregnancy Center plays an important role in our community. It challenges area residents with the sanctity of life as well as serves pregnant women and their babies in a variety of ways – through volunteer hotline services, peer counseling, provision of maternity and baby supplies, and referrals. If you would like to help out in these difficult times, contact Tri-County Crisis Pregnancy Center at 17 S. Water Street, Gowanda, NY 14070. Ph: 716-532-9738.

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.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, September 1st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us in the adult Sunday school classroom for Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 p.m. We’re moving into 1 Corinthians 15 and Paul’s teaching on the resurrection. It’s a great time to join us!

Sunday, September 12th
Welcome Back Sunday! Assemble upstairs at 9:30 a.m. to begin a new Sunday school year together. Children dismiss to their classes. Adults remain for our fall Concert of Prayer. Family worship at 10:45.

Thursday, September 16th
Please join us for our monthly Dewey Missionary Society meeting. Bruce Brown will be reporting on Micronesia. We meet the 3rd Thursday of every month.

Saturday, September 18th
Everyone is invited to attend the ISI Welcome Picnic for international students in our area in the Russell Joy Park in Fredonia at 12:00 noon. It is usually a potluck gathering, and David Larson plans to join us with a delegation of students from the Ithaca area. A van will be leaving from our church for people who don’t want to drive over by themselves. See Alice or Harriett for details.

Sunday, September 19th
Sunday Night Out at the Doles’ pond on Shirley Road!

First Congregational Church of North Collins August 15, 2010 Bulletin

2010-08-10T10:11:00.004-04:00

First Congregational Church of North Collins August 8, 2010 Bulletin

2010-08-10T10:00:00.002-04:00

First Congregational Church of North Collins July 25, 2010 Bulletin

2010-07-23T16:08:00.005-04:00

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, JULY 25, 2010
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………………… Come Holy Spirit

*Call to Worship …………………………… Psalm 39:4-7

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #26 ……… Come Thou Fount
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #102…………… Don’t You Know It’s Time to Praise the Lord
*Chorus #100 ………… Create in Me A Clean Heart
*Chorus #98 …………… Cares Chorus

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ………… 1 Kings 8:1-11 (Pew Bible pg. 533-34)
New Testament (Apostle) ………… 2 Timothy 2:8-13 (Pew Bible pg. 1853-54)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds to 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………… John 18:28-40
Sermon…………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE SWORD, THE STATE, & THE SAVIOR
Living in the kingdom is fraught with tension. Jesus’ disciples develop an “ethic of war” by looking to him who is the Truth.

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*Hymn of Faith #402 ………………………… Like A River Glorious

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Bekah Yoder

CALENDAR

Monday, July 26th
The Yoders leave for the annual CCCC Family Conference in Springfield, Mass., and then on to Maine for two weeks of vacation. In Derek’s absence, guest speakers will include Rasheed Akhtar (ISI), Tony Barone (Buffalo City Mission), and Bruce Brown. Be praying for the Yoders (who’ll be praying for you) as well as our Conference and our church during this time of summer travel and transition.

Wednesday, July 28th
While Derek is away, Bible Study and Prayer Meeting will continue to meet at the church at 7:00. (If you would like to host a meeting at your home, see Matt or Garry). On August18th, we will resume our study of 1 Corinthians and a challenging look at Paul’s teaching on spiritual gifts (Chapter 14). It’s a great time to join us!

Sunday, August 15th
Our next community hymn sing will be held at Camp Pioneer’s Wendt Chapel (Herr and Lake Shore Roads in Angola) at 6:00 pm. Plan now to be part of this time of singing and fellowship with friends from area churches. Bring a favorite dessert to pass.

Throughout the summer, we have scheduled several events to keep us connected and offer opportunities to invite friends and neighbors to join us:

Sunday, August 22nd – Church picnic at the Hills’
Sunday, September 19th – Sunday Nite Out at the Doles’ pond

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.