First Congregational Church January 25, 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 25, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………… Isaiah 43:8-13
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #287 ………… O God, Our Help In Ages Past
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 125………………………………………………………………………… I Will Delight
*Chorus 44 …………………………………………………………… I’m Forever Grateful
*Chorus 172………………………………………………………………… Be Thou My Vision

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …… 1 Samuel 28:13-25 (Pew Bible pg 465-66)
New Testament (Apostle) ………………………Galatians 2:1-10 (pg. 1810-11)

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

Sermon Text …………………………………………………………………… John 5:31-47
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE CASE FOR FAITH
“But who do you say that I am?”

Interlude
*Hymn of Faith #51 ………………………………………………… Blessed Assurance

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 27th
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 28th
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, February 7th
Men’s Breakfast here at church at 8:00 am. See Matt Clapper for more information.

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, please 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.

Reports to be included in the 2008 Annual Report from the Board and Committees are due. Please submit in Audrey Krebs mailbox by next Sunday.

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