Friday, July 29, 2011

First Congregational Church July 31, 2011 Bulletin

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.

Friday, July 22, 2011

First Congregational Church July 24, 2011 Bulletin

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 100:1-5

*Chorus of Adoration & Praise #205 …………………… Immortal, Invisible
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #56 …………………… O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing
*Chorus #107…………………… Fairest Lord Jesus
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………… 2 Kings 4:18-37
New Testament …………………James 3:1-12

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon ……………………………… Bill Call

*Chorus of Faith #75 ………… To God Be The Glory

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!
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)


We are pleased to welcome the Calls to North Collins! Bill and Peggy have served as missionaries to the Muslim world for many years, and their association with this church goes back nearly 50 years. Let’s give Bill our full attention as he brings a message from God’s word.

Derek and Alice are planning to travel to Cleveland on Monday for part of the CCCC Family Conference. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” In the event of a pastoral emergency, contact Matt Clapper (337-3298) or Bruce Temple (549-3715). Derek will be back in the study on Wednesday.

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

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re finishing up Chapter 5 and moving into Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will be discussing (“More Love to Thee”). 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 28th
There will be a brief Elders’ meeting at the church at 7:00 pm.

Sunday, July 17, 2011

FCC Sunday Sermon, July 17, 2011

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.

Saturday, July 9, 2011

First Congregational Church July 10, 2011 Bulletin

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.