Thursday, October 27, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, October 30, 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, October 30, 2016
     Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Wait in Prayer                  Worship in Reverence             Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………………….……………………….…… My Song Forever Shall Record
*Call to Worship ………………………………………………….….………………….……………… Psalm 36:5-9
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #295 …….... Crown Him with Many Crowns
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Hymn of the Month #159 ……………….…….….………… O Savior, Precious Savior
*Hymn #678 …………………………………………………………………….…….……….….……… Trusting Jesus
*Hymn #179 ………………………………….……………………….……… Hallelujah! Thine the Glory

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………...………...……………… Ecclesiastes 2:17-26 (Pew Bible 1036-1037)
New Testament …………………….…………………….………….…  John 4:43-54 (Pew Bible p. 1653)
Memory Verse …………………………………….….…………….………………… Isaiah 46:9-11 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………………….…….….………………………...……….…… Jude 1-4
Sermon ………………………………………………………………….……………………………………. Derek Yoder


*Hymn of Faith #605 …………………………….……… All the Way My Savior Leads Me
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


Announcements
Thank you to all who made last weekend’s Leadership Forum such a success!  Let’s continue to reflect on Dean Smith’s challenges from the Beatitudes, that our lives might reflect the character and conduct of Jesus’ kingdom.

Don’t forget!  Join us tonight at 6:30 pm for our fall Singspiration!  It’s our turn to host, so you may want to bring a favorite “harvest” dessert to share afterward.

Calendar
Monday, October 31st
“Light Up the Night” … our teens will be distributing candy and Christian tracts on our front corner during the Village’s “trick-or-treat” hours.

Wednesday, November 2nd
Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at the church at 7:00 pm as we continue our survey of the great themes of Genesis. We’re looking at Jacob’s “wrestlings” with God and man in Chapter 32.  It’s a great time to join us!

Thursday, November 3rd
Choir practice at the church at 3:00 pm.

Sunday, November 6th
3DYouth Group meets here at 6:00 pm for life lessons from Mark followed by games and refreshments.

Sunday, November 6 is the International Day of Prayer for the persecuted Church. Christians around the world are facing persecution in unprecedented numbers. We will be taking an offering to send to The Voice of the Martyrs ministry to the persecuted church on this Sunday. Please feel free to designate your special donation for the persecuted church and remember to pray for the church around the world.  (see insert)

Sunday, November 13th

In two weeks, 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 scheduled.  Also, plan to linger over coffee and dessert for a brief family meeting.  If you have any questions or concerns about church life, feel free to raise them during our informal time together.

Sunday, October 16, 2016

13th Annual FCC Leadership Forum

Being a Disciple in the 21st Century
Character & Conduct in Jesus' Kingdom

with Dr. Dean Smith
Pastor & Scholar
from Beaver Falls, PA

Saturday, October 22, 2016
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
coffee and pastries at 9:00 am
session begins at 9:30 am
lunch will be provided


Jesus' Sermon on the Mount is a favorite source of practical Christian wisdom.  The Beatitudes speak to the unexpected nature of God's kingdom.  The "sayings" about relationships and lust and divorce are matters of special contemporary concern.  But the Sermon is also theological.  

What was Jesus' relationship to the Law?
And what does that mean for us?

These questions and others like them will be focus on this year's Leadership Forum.


First Congregational Church of North Collins
10385 Main Street
North Collins, New York  14111
716-337-9811 church office

Friday, October 14, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, October 16,2016

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, October 16, 2016
     Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………………….…………………………….…… My Song Forever Shall Record
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………...….………………….……………… Psalm 33:1-5
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #302 …………….... Come, Christians, Join To Sing
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Hymn #598 ……………………………………….….……… Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah
*Hymn of the Month #159 ……………….…………….….………… O Savior, Precious Savior
*Hymn #604 …………………………………………………..………….……… Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………………...……………………… Ecclesiastes 1:18 (Pew Bible 1034-1035)
New Testament …………………….…………….………….…  John 4:1-26 (Pew Bible p. 1651-1652)
Memory Verse …………………………………….….…………….………………… Isaiah 46:9-11 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………………….…….….…………………….………….…… Jude 1:1-4
Sermon ………………………………………………………………….………………………………………. Derek Yoder

*Hymn of Faith #607 ……………… Thy Loving-Kindness, Lord, Is Good and Free

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’s financial statement for September 2016 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Calendar

Wednesday, October 19th
Derek will be out of town this Wednesday, so Bible study is suspended this week.  But join us on the 26th as we continue our survey of the great themes of Genesis. We’re looking at Jacob’s “wrestlings” with God and man in Chapter 32.  It’s a great time to join us!

Thursday, October 20th
Choir practice at the church at 3:00 pm.

Saturday, October 22nd & Sunday, October 23rd
13th Annual Leadership Forum with returning guest Dr. Dean Smith.  The weekend theme, “Being a Disciple in the 21st Century”, is based on the Sermon on the Mount.  See insert.

Sunday, October 23rd
3DYouth Group meets at the First Church of Evans.  Gather at 5:00 for pizza and planning, followed by life lessons from Mark at 6:00 and games.

Saturday, October 29th
Join our WNY/Northwestern PA churches at Fluvanna Community Church for this year’s annual CCCC Regional Fall Banquet at 6:00 pm.  Reservation deadline is Sunday, October 23rd.  See the sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 30th

It’s Singspiration time again … and our turn to host!  Save the date – details to follow. 

Friday, October 7, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, October 9, 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, October 9, 2016
     Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………………….…………………………….…… My Song Forever Shall Record
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………...….………………….……………… Psalm 32:1-7
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #101 ………………….... Come, Thou Almighty King
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Chorus #102 ……………………….……… Don’t You Know It’s Time to Praise the Lord
*Chorus #250 …………………….…………………………………………………..….………… Thou  Art Worthy
*Chorus #64 ……………………………………………………………………………..………….……… Seek Ye First

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………………...……………………… Proverbs 31:1-31 (Pew Bible 1031-1033)
New Testament …………………….…………….………….…  John 3:22-36 (Pew Bible p. 1650-1651)
Memory Verse …………………………………….….…………….………………… Isaiah 46:9-10 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………………….…….….…………………….………….…… Jude 1:1-4
Sermon ………………………………………………………………….………………………………………. Derek Yoder
The Saving Love of God – Past, Present & Future
True disciples have every reason to feel secure in dangerous times:
 In Christ, they’re called, loved, and kept – forever.

*Hymn of Faith #164 ………………………………… O, For a Thousand Tongues to Sing

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.

Calendar

Tonight! Sunday, October 9th
3DYouth Group kicks off the new year by meeting here at 6:00 pm for more life lessons from Mark followed by games and refreshments.

Tuesday, October 11th
Full Church Board meets at 7:00 pm at the church, preceded by an Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm.

Wednesday, October 12th
Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting here at church beginning at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing our survey of the great themes of Genesis. We’re looking at Jacob’s “wrestling” with God and man in Chapter 32.
It’s a great time to join us!

Thursday, October 13th
Choir practice at the church at 3:00 pm.

Friday, October 14th
If you like classical guitar music, check out the Hamburg Public Library at 7:00 pm.

Saturday, October 22nd & Sunday, October 23rd
13th Annual Leadership Forum with returning guest Dr. Dean Smith.  The weekend theme “Being a Disciple in the 21st Century”, based on the Sermon on the Mount.  See insert.

Saturday, October 29th
Join our WNY/Northwestern PA churches at Fluvanna Community Church for this year’s annual CCCC Regional Fall Banquet at 6:00 pm.  The program is called “The Seven Churches of Revelation” and includes a dramatic presentation of Christ’s message to the churches of Asia Minor – and today.  There will be no charge for the meal, but a special offering will be taken to help cover the evening’s expenses.  Reservation deadline is Sunday, October 23rd.  See the sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 30th

It’s Singspiration time again … and our turn to host!  Save the date – details to follow. 

Saturday, October 1, 2016

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, October 2, 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, October 2, 2016
     Sunday School 9:30 am        Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………………….…………………………….…… My Song Forever Shall Record
*Call to Worship ………………………………….……………… Psalter Reading 31:15-24, p. 795
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #455 ………………………………….………….... And Can It Be
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem
*Hymn #240 ……………………………………………………………….……… The King of Glory Comes
*Hymn of the Month #159 …………………….………….………… O Savior, Precious Savior
*Hymn #234 ……………………………………………………………….……… Tell Me The Story of Jesus

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………………...……………………… Proverbs 30:1-33 (Pew Bible 1029-1031)
New Testament …………………….…………….………….…  John 3:1-21 (Pew Bible p. 1649-1650)
Memory Verse ………………………………………….….…………….………………… Isaiah 46:9 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………………………….…….….…………………….………….…… Jude 1:1-4
Sermon ………………………………………………………………….………………………………………. Derek Yoder

*Hymn of Faith #264 ……………………….……………… Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
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.”

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn #359 …………………………….…………………….……….…………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds
*Benediction
                                                                                                     *Congregation invited to stand

Announcements
If you like classical guitar music, check out the Hamburg Public Library on Friday, October 14th at 7:00 pm.  This is of special interest to us because they will be with us again this year for their second Advent concert of sacred/seasonal music here at FCC on Friday, December 9th.  

Calendar
Wednesday, October 5th
Join us for Bible study and prayer meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing our survey of the great themes of Genesis.  It’s a great time to join us!

Thursday, October 6th
Choir practice at the church at 3:00 pm.

Sunday, October 9th
It’s time for 3DYouth Group to start back up again!  We kick off the new year by meeting here at 6:00 pm for more life lessons from Mark followed by games and refreshments.

Saturday, October 22nd & Sunday, October 23rd
13th Annual Leadership Forum with returning guest Dr. Dean Smith.  The weekend theme “Bring a Disciple in the 21st Century”, based on the Sermon on the Mount.  See insert.

Saturday, October 29th
Join our WNY/Northwestern PA churches at Fluvanna Community Church for this year’s annual CCCC Regional Fall Banquet.  The program is called “The Seven Churches of Revelation” and includes a dramatic presentation of Christ’s message to the churches of Asia Minor – and today.  There will be NO children’s program this year.  There will be no charge for the meal, but a special offering will be taken to help cover the evening’s expenses.  The evening begins at 6:00 pm.  Reservation deadline is Sunday, October 23rd.  See the sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 30th
It’s Singspiration time again … and our turn to host!  Save the date – details to follow.
 


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.