Monday, May 31, 2010

First Congregational Church May 30, 2010 Bulletin

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, MAY 30, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………… As We Seek Your Face

*Call to Worship …………………… Psalm 28:6-9

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #8……… Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #18……………………………………… Come and See
*Chorus #77 …………………………………… Undivided Heart
*Chorus #79 …………………………………… We Declare Your Majesty

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……… 1 Kings 2:26-35 (Pew Bible pg. 522-523)
New Testament (Apostle) ……… 1 Timothy 5:17-25 (Pew Bible pg. 1849-50)

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

Sermon Text …………………………………… John 16:5-15
Sermon…………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE TRIUNE GOD AND HIS PEOPLE
God reveals himself as Triune in who his is (his nature) and what he does (his ways) – Christians are urged to ponder this mystery and allow it to shape their minds, their worship, and their lives.

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

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Ladies’ Bible Study has finished its study of Mark and are on summer recess. Be praying with Alice about the future of the group. If there are women interested in being part of a mid-week group for Bible study, mutual encouragement, and prayer in the fall, see her.

Just a reminder: We’re hoping to start up the new COFFEE WITH CALVIN reading group soon. If you want to join us but haven’t requested your copy of Ryken’s “Discovering God,” see Derek. When we get the books ordered, we can schedule discussion times and get busy reading!

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 2nd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at 7:00 pm for Bible study and prayer as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians. Come for a challenging look at Paul’s teaching on spiritual gifts in Chap 12. 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.

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Debbie Phillips

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Friday, May 21, 2010

First Congregational Church of North Collins - May 23, 2010

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, MAY 23, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………… Glorify Thy Name

*Call to Worship ……………………………… Psalm 27:1-6

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #20 ……… Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken
*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 #72 …………………………………………… The Sweetest Name of All

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………………………… 1 Kings 2:13-25 (Pew Bible pg. 521-522)
New Testament (Apostle) ……………………………1 Timothy 5:9-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1849)

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

Sermon Text …………………………………… John 15:18 – 16:4
Sermon………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE DARK SIDE OF DISCIPLESHIP” (II)
The ongoing conflict with the seed of the serpent and solidarity
with Jesus spells T-R-O-U-B-L-E for true disciples,
calling for the Spirit’s wisdom and courage.
Thank God for Pentecost!


*Hymn of Faith #29 …………………………………… This Is My Father’s World

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand
Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Ladies’ Bible Study has finished its study of Mark and is on summer recess. Be praying with Alice about the future of the group. If there are women interested in being part of a mid-week group for Bible study, mutual encouragement, and prayer in the fall, see her.

Just a reminder: We’re hoping to start up the new COFFEE WITH CALVIN reading group soon. If you want to join us but haven’t requested your copy of Ryken’s “Discovering God”, see Derek. When we get the books ordered, we can schedule discussion times and get busy reading!

Tri-County Pregnancy Center is planning its annual Walk for Life on Sunday, July 25 in Gowanda. If you want to help this important “life-affirming” ministry in our area by participating in the walk or by showing your support in other ways, see the insert.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, May 26th 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 form the Bible.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, May 26th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible Study and prayer as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians. Come for a challenging look at Paul’s teaching on the Communion Meal in Chapter 11. 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.

Monday, May 17, 2010

Sunday, May 16, 2010

First Congregational Church May 16, 2010 Bulletin

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, MAY 16, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………… Jesus, Name Above All Names

*Call to Worship ……………………………… Psalm 26:8-12

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #287 …… O God, Our Help in Ages Past
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #52…………………………………… Micah 6:8
*Chorus #125 ……………………………… I Will Delight
*Chorus #16 ………………………………… Change My Heart, Oh God

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …… 1 Kings 2:1-12 (Pew Bible pg. 520-521)
New Testament (Apostle) …… 1 Timothy 5:1-8 (Pew Bible pg. 1849)

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

Sermon Text ……………… John 15:18 – 16:4
Sermon…………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE DARK SIDE OF DISCIPLESHIP”
True disciples are engaged in a great battle between the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent. Jesus warns of this, lest, surprised by the world’s hatred, they stumble.


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

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Ladies’ Bible Study has finished its study of Mark and are on summer recess. Be praying with Alice about the future of the group. If there are women interested in being part of a mid-week group for Bible study, mutual encouragement, and prayer in the fall, see her.

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

CALENDAR

Tonight - Sunday, May 16th
Singspiration! at First Congregational Church (UCC) at 132 N. Main, Angola. Plan to join us at 6:30 pm as we sing and enjoy fellowship with our friends from participating churches. You may want to bring a favorite dessert to pass.

Wednesday, May 19th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study and Prayer is postponed until next week due to a schedule conflict. Join us on the 26th as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians. Come for a challenging look at Paul’s teaching on the Communion Meal in Chapter 11.

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.

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Tami Marano