Saturday, August 27, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, August 28, 2016

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
Sunday, August 28, 2016    
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ………………………………………………….……………… My Faith Looks Up to Thee
*Call to Worship …………………………………………….…………………...……….………… Psalm 26:8-12 
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #53 ………….  Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

*Hymn #18 ……………………………………………….……………………….……… You Holy Angels Bright
*Hymn #17 ……………………………………….…… Praise the Lord: Ye Heavens Adore Him
*Hymn #87 ………….…………………………….….…… The Lord’s My Shepherd, I’ll Not Want

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………………...……………………… Proverbs 25:1-28 (Pew Bible 1021-1023)
New Testament ………………………………….……….………  John 1:1-18 (Pew Bible p. 1645-1646)
Memory Verse ……………………………...….………….…………………… Matthew 5:2-10 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………………….……...….….……………… Deuteronomy 4:1-8
Sermon ………………………………………………………………….………………………………………. Derek Yoder
The God Who Is Near
There’s a lot we don’t know about the sovereignty of God.  But we know this:  God works through prayer.  
And when he does, he reveals his will – and his heart.

*Hymn #30 ………………………………………........................……… O God, Our Help in Ages Past
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.
Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.
Announcements

The Church Board has approved the installation of a commemorative window to mark our church’s bicentennial in June 2017.  The projected cost is $5,000.  If you are interested in being part of this project, make your contribution out to The First Congregational Church and designate them “Bicentennial Window”.

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 following the service IS planned – bring a favorite dish to share!

Calendar

Tonight, Sunday, August 28th
Beat the heat!  Join us at Garry and Kathy’s as we gather this afternoon for the summer’s third “Sunday Night Out”.  Plan to come around 4:00 pm.

Wednesday, August 31st
Choir practice at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at the church at 7:00 pm.  We’re continuing our survey of the great themes of Genesis.  We’re studying the story of Jacob and his hard service to Uncle Laban in Chapter 30.  It’s a great time to join us!

Saturday, September 10th
ISI Welcome Back Picnic at Russell Joy Park in Fredonia from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet students and possibly becoming a friendship partner, as well as just have a fun, relaxing time getting to know internationals and they getting to know Americans.






Saturday, August 20, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, August 21, 2016

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
Sunday, August 21, 2016    
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship …………………………………………….…………………...……….………… Psalm 25:1-10
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #101 …………………………….  Come Thou Almighty
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #161 ……………………………………………….……………………….……… Unto Thee, O Lord
*Chorus #53 ………………………………………………………….………………………………….…… My Peace
*Chorus #27 ………….…………………………….…………………………………….….…… Glorify Thy Name

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………………………...……………………… Proverbs 24:23-34 (Pew Bible 1021)
New Testament …………………………………….……….………  Luke 24:36-53 (Pew Bible p. 1644)
Memory Verse ……………………………...….………….…………………… Matthew 5:2-10 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………………………………………...….……………...….….……………… Isaiah 46:5-11
Sermon ………………………………………………………………….………………………………………. Derek Yoder

*Hymn #537 ………………………………………….……….…........................……… Take Time To Be Holy
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.
Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.
Announcements

The Church Board has approved the installation of a commemorative window to mark our church’s bicentennial in June 2017.  The projected cost is $5,000.  If you are interested in being part of this project, make your contribution out to The First Congregational Church and designate them “Bicentennial Window”.

Calendar

Wednesday, August 24th
Choir practice at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at the church at 7:00 pm.  We’re continuing our survey of the great themes of Genesis.  We’re studying the story of Jacob and his hard service to Uncle Laban in Chapter 30.  It’s a great time to join us!

Sunday, August 28th
Beat the heat!  Join us at Garry and Kathy’s as we gather for the summer’s third “Sunday Night Out”.

Saturday, September 10th

ISI Welcome Back Picnic at Russell Joy Park in Fredonia from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm.  It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet students and possibly becoming a friendship partner, as well as just have a fun, relaxing time getting to know internationals and they getting to know Americans.

Sunday, August 14, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, August 14, 2016

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
Sunday, August 14, 2016    
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship …………………………………………….…………………...……….………… Psalm 24:1-6
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #2 ……………………….………….  O Worship the King
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

*Chorus #90 ………………………………………………………………….……… As We Seek Your Face
*Chorus #119 ………………………………………….…… How Lovely is Your Dwelling Place
*Chorus #12 ………….…………………………….…………………………………….….…… Purify My Heart

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………………...……………………… Proverbs 24:1-22 (Pew Bible 1020-1021)
New Testament ………………………….……….………  Luke 24:13-35 (Pew Bible p. 1642-1644)
Memory Verse ……………………………...….………….…………………… Matthew 5:2-10 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon ………………………………………………………….………………………………………. Rasheed Akhtar

*Hymn #481 ………………………………………….……….…......……… Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.
Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

This morning, we welcome Rasheed Akhtar back to North Collins.  Mr. Akhtar is currently serving as ISI’s South Asia Campus Minister.  His testimony and ministry among international students bears powerful witness to God’s work in his life. Let’s give him our full attention as he brings a message from God’s word.

Announcements

The Church Board has approved the installation of a commemorative window to mark our church’s bicentennial in June 2017.  The projected cost is $5,000.  If you are interested in being part of this project, make your contribution out to The First Congregational Church and designate them “Bicentennial Window”.


The Yoders return to North Collins tomorrow after their family vacation in Michigan.  Keep praying for the Yoders as Katie packs up and moves back to Geneva College in Pennsylvania the end of this week and Rebekah heads off to Calvin College in Michigan later this month.

Sunday, August 7, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, August 7, 2016

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
Sunday, August 7, 2016     
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
 
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship …………………………………………….…………………...……….………… Psalm 20:1-7 *Hymn of Adoration & Praise #94 ……………………….  How Firm A Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs 

*Hymn #55 ……………………………………………………………………….……… To God Be The Glory 
*Hymn #84 …………………………………………………………………………………….…… Under the Care 
*Hymn #100 ………….…………………………….…………………………………….….…… Holy, Holy, Holy

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament …………………...……………………… Proverbs 23:19-35 (Pew Bible 1019-1020)
New Testament ……………………………………….……….………  Luke 24:1-12 (Pew Bible p. 1642)
Memory Verse ……………………………...….………….…………………… Matthew 5:2-10 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome 

Sermon ………………………………………………………………….………………………………………. Tom Dalbo

*Hymn #634 …………………………….……………………….……….…......……… Sweet Hour of Prayer
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings 
Offertory 
*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri
“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, 
is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

² Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devises.²
Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working property, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

This morning, we welcome Tom Dalbo back to North Collins.  Longtime friend of Bruce Brown and accomplished artist, Pastor Dalbo is also the retired pastor of Winchester Community Church in West Seneca, where he served or over 30 years!  Let’s give him our full attention as he brings a message from God’s word.

Announcements

The Church Board has approved the installation of a commemorative window to mark our church’s bicentennial in June 2017.  The projected cost is $5,000.  If you are interested in being part of this project, make your contribution out to The First Congregational Church and designate them “Bicentennial Window”.

The Yoders are in Michigan for their last week of summer vacation with Derek’s parents.  Next week’s guest speaker is Rasheed Akhtar from UB’s ISI office.  Be praying for the Yoders during this time of travel, relaxation, and family time.  Derek is scheduled to preach in his home church on Aug. 14th and will be back in the church study on the 15th.