Tuesday, July 24, 2007

First Congregational Church July 22, 2007 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
July 22, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………… Psalm 63:1-11
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise 23 - Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs Choral Anthem
*Chorus 79……………………………………………… We Declare Your Majesty
8 ………………………………………………………… Awesome in Power
98………………………………………………………………… Cares Chorus

Scripture LessonsOld Testament Reading (Prophet) ………… Judges 16:1-22 (pg. 398-400)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)…………… Luke 10:38-11:13 (pg. 1613-14)

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

Sermon Text ……………………………………………………… 2 Samuel 7:1-17
Sermon…………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE LIFE & TIMES OF DAVID
“Unless the Lord Builds the House”


Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 339 …………………… I Will Sing the Wondrous Story

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

*Congregation Please Stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Hopfer

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, July 24th

Choir practice at 6:30 pm at the church.

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

Wednesday, July 25th
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re spending a few weeks in the Psalms, hoping to reinforce and put into practice some of the principles T. David Gordon shared with us.

Thursday, July 26th
Prospective member classes are underway! If you’re already a member but still don’t have the foggiest idea what Congregationalism is all about or if you would like to learn more about the rich history of the CCCC or our local church, join us in the adult Sunday School classroom downstairs at 7:00 pm for this three- or four-session class.

Friday, July 27th
Men’s Cook-out at Garry Dole’s home on Shirley Road at 6:30 pm. Bring a friend or neighbor.

Saturday, July 28thIt’s a baby shower at 2:00 pm here at church! Ladies, let’s shower Tami Marano with baby things as her due date gets closer and closer. Is it a boy … or a girl??!!

On Monday, July 30th, the Yoders will be leaving for two weeks of vacation in Maine. Church matters may be directed to Matt Clapper (337-3298) during this time. Please make note of the following preaching schedule and other calendar events.
August 5th – David Larson, International Students
August 12th – Tony Barone, Buffalo City Mission
August 19th – David & Dorothy Durling, followed by a picnic at the Dole’s pond
August 26th – Worship Service & Church Picnic at the Hill’s pond

To my Church Family,
Thank you for your prayers, cards & concerns during this difficult yet exciting transition. Also thank you for the lovely basket of flowers – such a delightful surprise!
With love, Laura Schmitz

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