First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin Sunday, September 23, 2012

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS

Conservative Congregational Christian Conference

10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York  14111

337-9811 Church Office ·  337-43043 Parsonage

Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, September 23, 2012

Sunday School 9:30 am   ·   Family Worship 10:45 am

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Choral Introit                                                                      
*Call to Worship  ……………………………………………………………………………………………………    Psalm 27:1-6
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #642 …………………………………………………………  Be Thou My Vision
*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Hymn of the Month #103 ………………………………………………  Holy God, We Praise Your Name
*Chorus #156 …………………………………………………………………………………………………  The Lord Is My Light

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ………………………………………………  1 Chronicles 16:14-36 (Pew Bible p. 650-51)
New Testament  ………………………………………… Revelation 12:10-13:1 (Pew Bible p. 1926-27)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text  ………………………………………………………… 2 Kings 2:1-14

Sermon …………………………………….……………………………………… Derek Yoder

THIS SIDE OF PARADISE

Elijah’s transport to heaven reminds believers of their hope of glory

 – and urges confidence in the Lord of Glory

*Hymn of Faith #405 ………………………….……………………  God, That Madest Earth and Heaven  

Prayer Requests & Testimonials
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes & Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology  
*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 for help.  If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Franklin Graham’s “Rock the Lakes” crusade is here!  Gather at the First Church of Evans by 2:30 pm to bus in to Coca-Cola Field together.  Adults $10 a seat.  Young people under 18 ride free.  If you’re interested in attending, get your name and bus fare (if any) to Derek this morning.  All are welcome!

Legal Shield is a Buffalo-based law firm that specializes in things such as establishing powers of attorney and preparing wills, living wills, and health care proxies.  If you’re interested in learning more, see Derek.

Evelyn Falk turns 101 (!) next Sunday, September 30^th.  Let’s remember her on this special day with prayers, cards and flowers.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, September 26^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm.  We are in Chapter 11 of our ongoing study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”).

Thursday, September 27^th

Elders’ meeting at the church at 6:30 pm.  Come prepared to discuss Chapters 9-10 in Piper (“Sacred Substitutes” and “Fight for Your Life”).

Sunday, September 30^th

3DYouth Group gets back on track here at 6:00 pm.  Life lessons from Timothy followed by Ultimate Frisbee and refreshments.

Saturday, October 6^th

Join WNY churches at the Stockton Community Church to welcome keynote speaker Todd Venman (Wiltsie) at this year’s CCCC Fall Banquet.  Note:  this year there will also be a Children’s Rally (pre-K thru Grade 6) held at the same time as the banquet and will include Bible stories, games, and crafts.  There is no cost for the children’s meal.  Tickets for the adult banquet are $15.  See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 21^st

“Coffee with Calvin” reading group meets at the Doles’ pond to discuss Tim Keller’s The Reason for God.  Let’s relax around the fire for hot dogs and good discussion starting around 4:00 pm.