First Congregational Church January 18, 2009 Bulletin

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 January 18, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………… Psalm 46:1-11
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #82 ……… Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 134 ……………………………………………………………………………… Majesty
*Chorus 124 …………………………………………………………………… I Stand In Awe
*Chorus 76 …………………………………………………………… To Know You More

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……… 1 Samuel 28:1-14 (Pew Bible pg 464-65)
New Testament (Apostle) …………………………Galatians 1:11-24 (pg. 1810)

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

Sermon Text …………………………………………………………………… John 5:16-30
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
LORD OF THE SABBATH (II)
“I Will Give You Rest”

Interlude
*Hymn of Faith #66 …………………………………………… I am His and He Is Mine

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology C (inside front cover of hymnal) ……………………… Gloria Patri

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, January 20th
Dewey Missionary Society meets at 12:00 noon here at church.

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden at 8:00 pm. They are tackling a new study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group.

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

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing on in our new study in the book of James called “Brother to Brother”. Join us as we explore the themes of wisdom and sanctification amid the trials of life.

Saturday, January 24th
Ladies! You are invited to attend a baby shower for Danielle Dole from 2-4 PM at Kathy Dole's home on 2432 Shirley Road. Danielle is registered at BabiesRUs and online at babiesrus.com, babysupermall.com, and cottonbabies.com. Her colors are blue and green for the nursery, in an ocean turtle theme. Please RSVP to Kathy at 337-2737 by Jan. 19. Thank you!

Sanctity of Human Life Week is January 18 – 25, 2009. Join Tri-County Pregnancy Center in being a voice for life. The center offers women facing unplanned pregnancies life, hope, and peace. By providing free pregnancy testing, confidential counseling, and practical assistance and referrals, the center strives to give women an alternative to abortion. You can help the center by volunteering, donating, and praying for the center and clients. For more information, lese call 532-9738.

Be praying for the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2009. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Pam Johengen, Fred Botko or Derek Yoder in the coming weeks. Be praying with us during this important time in our church.

In an effort to reduce the cost of heating the church building in winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting for worship in the Adult Sunday School Classroom. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. - The Church Board

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen