FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Enter to Worship November 25, 2007 Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 94:1-23
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 68…………………… Praise Him! Praise Him!
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Choruses 119 ………………………… How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place
98 ……………………………………………………………… Cares Chorus
123 ……………………………………………………………… I Exalt Thee
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… 1 Samuel 2:1-11 (pg. 420-21)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) …………………………… Luke 17:11-19 (pg. 1627)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ……………………………………………………………… Acts 15:1:12
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
FREEDOM (3)
“Fences, Yokes, and the Holy Boldness of Liberty”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 78 ……………………… Thanks to God for My Redeemer
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, November 27th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. The group has begun an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. See Alice Yoder for details.
Wednesday, November 28th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm
Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm here at church. We’re in the final sections of Matthew’s gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 27-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Thursday, November 29th
Elders’ meeting at the church at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 3 in The Elders Handbook (“The Congregation in the Body of Christ”).
Next week marks the beginning of Advent 2007.
Our morning worship services will celebrate this season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “Advent of the Apocalypse”. We will explore different ways Jesus’ ministry is presented in the gospels and further developed in John’s Apocalypse (the book of Revelation). We will consider themes like Seed of the Woman, King of Kings, a New Moses for a New Exodus, and Angel of the Lord. Christmas is more than prophecy fulfilled. It’s a hint of things to come! Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.
Make note of these dates for your Christmas calendar:
Saturday, December 8th – Ladies’ Christmas Luncheon at 12:00. Bring your favorite Christmas casserole or dessert to share.
Sunday, December 16th – Christmas Tea at the Parsonage, 2–5 pm
Sunday, December 23rd – FCC’s 2007 Sunday School Program, “It Seems Impossible!” This original production will be presented during our family worship time.
Monday, December 24th – Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 6:30 pm.
“Mitten Tree” collections to support Seneca Mission, Cornerstone Manor & City Mission is set up in the back of the sanctuary.
Monday, November 26, 2007
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Sunday Bulletin, 11/11/07
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH of NORTH COLLINS
November 11, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome & Announcements
Choral Introit ……………..….. “The Lord Is in His Holy Temple”
* Call to Worship …………………………………………….…... Ps 92:1-15
* Hymn of Adoration & Praise 21 .… “Christ Is Our Cornerstone”
* Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, & Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
* Choruses 12 ……….... “Blessed Be the Lord God Almighty”
11 …………………………………………….………… “Beloved”
18 ……………………………………………… “Come and See”
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophets) …... 1 Sam 1:1-20 (pp 418-19)
New Testament Reading (Gospels) ……..…. Lk 16:16-31 (p 1626)
* Fellowship of Welcome
Sermon Text ……………………………………………….…..… John 8:31-36
Sermon Derek Yoder
FREEDOM
“When Grace Takes Hold”
Interlude
* Hymn of Faith 282 ………………….. “I Want a Principle Within”
Prayer Requests & Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes & Offerings
Offertory
* Doxology … “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”
* Benediction
Postlude
* Congregation please stand as able
Trustee, Fred Botko; Nursery, Pam Johengen
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, Nov. 12th
ß Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
ß Church Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 13th
ß Dewey Missionary Society will meet at harriett’s for a brown bag lunch and meeting to follow.
ß Ladies’ Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 p.m. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It’s an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy & Titus).
Wednesday, Nov. 14th
ß Choir Practice at 6:00 p.m.
ß Bible Study & Prayer Meeting at 7:00 p.m. We’re in the final sections of Matthew’s gospel—the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 27-28. It’s a great time to join us!
Christmas is just around
e the Corner! e
The “Dewey” Christmas Tree is up and ready to serve again this year as our “Mitten Tree” to help support our Buffalo-based outreach ministries. Consider making this holiday special for someone in need by contributing the following items:
-For Children through the Seneca Gospel Mission
mittens, hats, toys
-For Women through the Cornerstone Manor
Socks, hats, gloves, sleepwear, bath & body gift sets
-For men at the City Mission
T-shirts (Size L), underwear, socks, gloves, hats
November 11, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome & Announcements
Choral Introit ……………..….. “The Lord Is in His Holy Temple”
* Call to Worship …………………………………………….…... Ps 92:1-15
* Hymn of Adoration & Praise 21 .… “Christ Is Our Cornerstone”
* Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, & Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
* Choruses 12 ……….... “Blessed Be the Lord God Almighty”
11 …………………………………………….………… “Beloved”
18 ……………………………………………… “Come and See”
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophets) …... 1 Sam 1:1-20 (pp 418-19)
New Testament Reading (Gospels) ……..…. Lk 16:16-31 (p 1626)
* Fellowship of Welcome
Sermon Text ……………………………………………….…..… John 8:31-36
Sermon Derek Yoder
FREEDOM
“When Grace Takes Hold”
Interlude
* Hymn of Faith 282 ………………….. “I Want a Principle Within”
Prayer Requests & Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes & Offerings
Offertory
* Doxology … “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”
* Benediction
Postlude
* Congregation please stand as able
Trustee, Fred Botko; Nursery, Pam Johengen
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, Nov. 12th
ß Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 p.m.
ß Church Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 13th
ß Dewey Missionary Society will meet at harriett’s for a brown bag lunch and meeting to follow.
ß Ladies’ Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 p.m. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It’s an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy & Titus).
Wednesday, Nov. 14th
ß Choir Practice at 6:00 p.m.
ß Bible Study & Prayer Meeting at 7:00 p.m. We’re in the final sections of Matthew’s gospel—the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 27-28. It’s a great time to join us!
Christmas is just around
e the Corner! e
The “Dewey” Christmas Tree is up and ready to serve again this year as our “Mitten Tree” to help support our Buffalo-based outreach ministries. Consider making this holiday special for someone in need by contributing the following items:
-For Children through the Seneca Gospel Mission
mittens, hats, toys
-For Women through the Cornerstone Manor
Socks, hats, gloves, sleepwear, bath & body gift sets
-For men at the City Mission
T-shirts (Size L), underwear, socks, gloves, hats
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
First Congregational Church November 4, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
November 4, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship ……………………………………… “The Goodness of God”
responsive reading #6, p. 744
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise 11…………………… O Worship the King
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 154 ………………………………………………………… The Holy Heart
250 ……………………………………………………… Thou Art Worthy
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………………… Ruth 4:7-22 (pg. 416-17)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) … Luke 16:1-15 (Pew Bible pg. 1625-26)
Fellowship of Welcome
Children’s Sermon …………………………………………………… Lori Clapper
Thanksgiving
*Hymn of Faith
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn 328 ……………………………………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, November 6th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, November 7th
The Deacons will meet over lunch at Olive Hill’s. Let’s plan to get started at 12:00 noon.
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm
Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We are in the final sections of Matthew’s gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 27:28. It’s a great time to join us.
Don’t forget that following today’s Thanksgiving fellowship meal, we’re planning a brief, regularly scheduled “family meeting” in the adult Sunday School classroom over dessert. Everyone is welcome.
Christmas is around the corner and our annual “mitten and hat tree” is collecting gifts to help support our Buffalo mission centers. Needed for …
Children at Seneca Mission in South Buffalo: mittens, hats, toys
Ladies at Cornerstone Manor:
socks, hats, gloves, sleepwear, bath & body gift sets
Men at City Mission:
T-shirts (large), underwear, socks, gloves, hats
Special thanks to all those who made last weekend’s Singspiration! so special. The cleaning beforehand, the singing, food preparation and reception, and the warm welcome of our guests was very much appreciated. It was a great evening. - Derek
November 4, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship ……………………………………… “The Goodness of God”
responsive reading #6, p. 744
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise 11…………………… O Worship the King
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 154 ………………………………………………………… The Holy Heart
250 ……………………………………………………… Thou Art Worthy
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………………… Ruth 4:7-22 (pg. 416-17)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) … Luke 16:1-15 (Pew Bible pg. 1625-26)
Fellowship of Welcome
Children’s Sermon …………………………………………………… Lori Clapper
Thanksgiving
*Hymn of Faith
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn 328 ……………………………………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, November 6th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, November 7th
The Deacons will meet over lunch at Olive Hill’s. Let’s plan to get started at 12:00 noon.
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm
Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We are in the final sections of Matthew’s gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 27:28. It’s a great time to join us.
Don’t forget that following today’s Thanksgiving fellowship meal, we’re planning a brief, regularly scheduled “family meeting” in the adult Sunday School classroom over dessert. Everyone is welcome.
Christmas is around the corner and our annual “mitten and hat tree” is collecting gifts to help support our Buffalo mission centers. Needed for …
Children at Seneca Mission in South Buffalo: mittens, hats, toys
Ladies at Cornerstone Manor:
socks, hats, gloves, sleepwear, bath & body gift sets
Men at City Mission:
T-shirts (large), underwear, socks, gloves, hats
Special thanks to all those who made last weekend’s Singspiration! so special. The cleaning beforehand, the singing, food preparation and reception, and the warm welcome of our guests was very much appreciated. It was a great evening. - Derek
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
First Congregational Church October 28, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
October 28, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 91:1-16
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 26……………………………… Come Thou Fount
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Choruses 113 …………………………………………………………… He Is Exalted
156 ………………………………………………… The Lord Is My Light
89 ………………………………………………………………… As the Deer
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………………… Ruth 3:7-4:8 (pg. 415-16)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ……………………… Luke 15:11-32 (pg. 1624-25)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………… 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
Sermon …………………………………………………………………… Robert Bauth
“Seeing the Light”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 498 …………………………………………………… Jesus Calls Us
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
We are pleased to welcome Chaplain Robert Bauth to our service this morning. No stranger to North Collins, Bob has worshipped with us before, representing the work of Buffalo City Mission, where he has ministered to men in difficult situations as chaplain for the last 15 years. He and his wife Sandy are the parents of 6 children. Let’s give Bob our full attention as he brings us a message from God’s word.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
This Evening!
It’s our turn to host this season’s Singspiration! Come enjoy an evening of singing with our friends from Lake View & First Church (and other fellowships), beginning at 6:30 pm, as we celebrate Reformation Sunday in song! You may want to bring a favorite “harvest-theme” dessert to share during fellowship time.
Tuesday, October 30th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, October 31st
Choir practice and Bible Study are postponed this week. Plan to join us next week, Nov. 7th as we get back in our regular schedule.
Saturday, November 3rd
Annual CCCC Regional Banquet, Stockton Community Church, at 6:00 pm. See insert for details. There’s a sign-up sheet in the foyer.
Sunday, November 4th
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Following our Communion Meal, we’ll be enjoying a Thanksgiving fellowship meal together. Coordinating this meal is Lynda Francis. Also, there will be a brief, regularly scheduled “family meeting” in the adult Sunday School classroom over dessert.
Christmas is around the corner and our mitten and hat tree will be up soon to help support our Buffalo mission centers.
Needed for Children at Seneca Mission in South Buffalo: mittens, hats, toys
Needed for Ladies at Cornerstone Manor: socks, hats, gloves, sleepwear, bath & body gift sets
Needed for Men at City Mission: T-shirts (large), underwear, socks, gloves, hats
October 28, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 91:1-16
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 26……………………………… Come Thou Fount
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Choruses 113 …………………………………………………………… He Is Exalted
156 ………………………………………………… The Lord Is My Light
89 ………………………………………………………………… As the Deer
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………………… Ruth 3:7-4:8 (pg. 415-16)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ……………………… Luke 15:11-32 (pg. 1624-25)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………… 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
Sermon …………………………………………………………………… Robert Bauth
“Seeing the Light”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 498 …………………………………………………… Jesus Calls Us
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
We are pleased to welcome Chaplain Robert Bauth to our service this morning. No stranger to North Collins, Bob has worshipped with us before, representing the work of Buffalo City Mission, where he has ministered to men in difficult situations as chaplain for the last 15 years. He and his wife Sandy are the parents of 6 children. Let’s give Bob our full attention as he brings us a message from God’s word.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
This Evening!
It’s our turn to host this season’s Singspiration! Come enjoy an evening of singing with our friends from Lake View & First Church (and other fellowships), beginning at 6:30 pm, as we celebrate Reformation Sunday in song! You may want to bring a favorite “harvest-theme” dessert to share during fellowship time.
Tuesday, October 30th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, October 31st
Choir practice and Bible Study are postponed this week. Plan to join us next week, Nov. 7th as we get back in our regular schedule.
Saturday, November 3rd
Annual CCCC Regional Banquet, Stockton Community Church, at 6:00 pm. See insert for details. There’s a sign-up sheet in the foyer.
Sunday, November 4th
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Following our Communion Meal, we’ll be enjoying a Thanksgiving fellowship meal together. Coordinating this meal is Lynda Francis. Also, there will be a brief, regularly scheduled “family meeting” in the adult Sunday School classroom over dessert.
Christmas is around the corner and our mitten and hat tree will be up soon to help support our Buffalo mission centers.
Needed for Children at Seneca Mission in South Buffalo: mittens, hats, toys
Needed for Ladies at Cornerstone Manor: socks, hats, gloves, sleepwear, bath & body gift sets
Needed for Men at City Mission: T-shirts (large), underwear, socks, gloves, hats
Monday, October 22, 2007
Monday, October 15, 2007
Sunday, October 14, 2007
First Congregational Church October 14, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
October 14, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 89:1-52
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 8 ………………Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Choruses 177……………………………………………… Come And Sing Praises
126 ……………………………………………………… In the Lord Alone
231 …………………………………………Oh, Lord, You’re Beautiful
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………………… Ruth 1:19-2:16 (pg. 412-14)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ……………………… Luke 14:15-35 (pg. 1622-23)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Matthew 7:13-23
Sermon…………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“Heart Smart & Works Wise”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 467 …………………………………… I Need Thee Every Hour
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, October 15th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, October 16th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, October 17th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re in the final section of Matthew’s gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Sunday, October 28th
It’s our turn to host this season’s Singspiration (Hymn Sing)! Come and enjoy an evening of singing with our friends from Lake View and First Church of Evans (and other fellowships), beginning at 6:30 pm as we celebrate Reformation Sunday in song. Also, you may want to bring a favorite “harvest-theme” dessert to share during the fellowship time to follow.
Sunday, November 4th
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Following our Communion Meal, we’ll be enjoying a Thanksgiving fellowship meal together. Coordinating this meal is Lynda Francis. Also, there will be a brief, regularly scheduled “family meeting” in the adult Sunday School classroom over dessert.
October 14, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 89:1-52
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 8 ………………Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Choruses 177……………………………………………… Come And Sing Praises
126 ……………………………………………………… In the Lord Alone
231 …………………………………………Oh, Lord, You’re Beautiful
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………………… Ruth 1:19-2:16 (pg. 412-14)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ……………………… Luke 14:15-35 (pg. 1622-23)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Matthew 7:13-23
Sermon…………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“Heart Smart & Works Wise”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 467 …………………………………… I Need Thee Every Hour
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, October 15th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, October 16th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, October 17th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re in the final section of Matthew’s gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Sunday, October 28th
It’s our turn to host this season’s Singspiration (Hymn Sing)! Come and enjoy an evening of singing with our friends from Lake View and First Church of Evans (and other fellowships), beginning at 6:30 pm as we celebrate Reformation Sunday in song. Also, you may want to bring a favorite “harvest-theme” dessert to share during the fellowship time to follow.
Sunday, November 4th
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Following our Communion Meal, we’ll be enjoying a Thanksgiving fellowship meal together. Coordinating this meal is Lynda Francis. Also, there will be a brief, regularly scheduled “family meeting” in the adult Sunday School classroom over dessert.
Sunday, October 7, 2007
First Congregational Church October 7, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
October 7, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 87:1-7
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 2 ………………… Come Thou Almighty King
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs Choral Anthem
*Hymn 735…………………………………… Happiness Is to Know the Savior
724…………………………………………… For God So Loved the World
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet)……………………………… Ruth 1:1-18 (pg. 411-12)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ………………………… Luke 14:1-14 (pg. 1621-22)
Fellowship of Welcome
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Romans 8:14-17
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“The Lord’s Prayer”
Interlude
*Hymn 142 ………………………………………………………… Blessed Redeemer
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Communion Hymn of Thanksgiving 606 … According to Thy Gracious Words
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Lori Clapper
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, October 9th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, October 10th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re in the final section of the gospel Matthew: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Monday, October 15th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm
Sunday, October 28th
It’s our turn to host this season’s Singspiration (Hymn Sing)! Come and enjoy an evening of singing with our friends from Lake View and First Church of Evans (and other fellowships), beginning at 6:30 pm as we celebrate Reformation Sunday in song. Also, you may want to bring a favorite “harvest-theme” dessert to share during the fellowship time to follow.
Last Sunday, Schoolhouse #8’s “Walk of Remembrance” was officially dedicated. The granite walkway includes over a hundred memorial bricks, including one contributed by FCC. It’s a striking, elegant memorial. See if you can find it!
“I wish to thank my church family for my beautiful birthday card. May God continue to bless each of you.” Evelyn Falk
October 7, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 87:1-7
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 2 ………………… Come Thou Almighty King
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs Choral Anthem
*Hymn 735…………………………………… Happiness Is to Know the Savior
724…………………………………………… For God So Loved the World
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet)……………………………… Ruth 1:1-18 (pg. 411-12)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ………………………… Luke 14:1-14 (pg. 1621-22)
Fellowship of Welcome
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Romans 8:14-17
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“The Lord’s Prayer”
Interlude
*Hymn 142 ………………………………………………………… Blessed Redeemer
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Communion Hymn of Thanksgiving 606 … According to Thy Gracious Words
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Lori Clapper
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, October 9th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. It is an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus).
Wednesday, October 10th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re in the final section of the gospel Matthew: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Monday, October 15th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm
Sunday, October 28th
It’s our turn to host this season’s Singspiration (Hymn Sing)! Come and enjoy an evening of singing with our friends from Lake View and First Church of Evans (and other fellowships), beginning at 6:30 pm as we celebrate Reformation Sunday in song. Also, you may want to bring a favorite “harvest-theme” dessert to share during the fellowship time to follow.
Last Sunday, Schoolhouse #8’s “Walk of Remembrance” was officially dedicated. The granite walkway includes over a hundred memorial bricks, including one contributed by FCC. It’s a striking, elegant memorial. See if you can find it!
“I wish to thank my church family for my beautiful birthday card. May God continue to bless each of you.” Evelyn Falk
Monday, October 1, 2007
Sunday, September 30, 2007
First Congregational Church September 30, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
September 30, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 86:1-17
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 16 …………………………… Immortal, Invisible
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 29 …………………………………………………………… Great Is The Lord
49…………………………………………………………………… Knowing You
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………………… Judges 21:1-25 (pg. 408-10)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ……………………………Luke 13:31-35 (pg. 1621)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………… 1 Corinthians 2:6-16
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“Open Our Eyes, Lord”
Interlude
*Hymn 244 ……………………………………………… Holy Spirit, Faithful Guide
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Lynda Francis
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, October 2nd
Ladies Bible Study has begun a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus). If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 8 pm.
Wednesday, October 3rd
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re back in Matthew, moving into the final section of the gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Thursday, October 4th
Elders meet at 7 pm. We are hosting a Lake Shore Association information meeting. Steve Ridge and other LSACC representatives will be with us to talk about the association’s area ministries & the benefits of membership. All are welcome.
Sunday, October 7th
Celebration of 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 with a Thanksgiving theme is planned for November.
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will send a monthly fee to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, see Derek.
September 30, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 86:1-17
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 16 …………………………… Immortal, Invisible
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 29 …………………………………………………………… Great Is The Lord
49…………………………………………………………………… Knowing You
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………………… Judges 21:1-25 (pg. 408-10)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ……………………………Luke 13:31-35 (pg. 1621)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………… 1 Corinthians 2:6-16
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“Open Our Eyes, Lord”
Interlude
*Hymn 244 ……………………………………………… Holy Spirit, Faithful Guide
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Lynda Francis
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, October 2nd
Ladies Bible Study has begun a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus). If you are looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 8 pm.
Wednesday, October 3rd
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re back in Matthew, moving into the final section of the gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Thursday, October 4th
Elders meet at 7 pm. We are hosting a Lake Shore Association information meeting. Steve Ridge and other LSACC representatives will be with us to talk about the association’s area ministries & the benefits of membership. All are welcome.
Sunday, October 7th
Celebration of 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 with a Thanksgiving theme is planned for November.
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will send a monthly fee to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, see Derek.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Sunday, September 23, 2007
First Congregational Church September 23, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
September 23, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 85:1-13
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 190………………… Rejoice, The Lord Is King
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 10 …………………………………………………………… Beauty For Ashes
52………………………………………………………………………… Micah 6:8
16……………………………………………… Change My Heart, Oh God
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 20:29-48 (pg. 407-08)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ………………………Luke 13:18-30 (pg. 1620-21)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Romans 10:5-13
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“The Bible Tells Me So”
Interlude
*Hymn 306…………………………………………………………… Complete in Thee
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Lori Clapper
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, September 25th
Ladies Bible Study has begun a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy – Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 26th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re back in Matthew, moving into the final section of the gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Saturday, September 29th
ISI Banquet will be held at the Whitehaven Baptist Church on Grand Island beginning at 5:45 pm. This year’s speaker is Rumin Vhan, a former ISI student from Buffalo. Tickets are $14.50. See Harriett Rupp.
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will send a monthly fee to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, see Derek.
The church’s financial statement for August 2007 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine. Summers are typically low-giving months & this fall finds us lagging behind in our financial commitments. Let’s do our part to support the ongoing ministries of our local church, including missions, by giving generously of our time, prayer, energy and finances. Let’s pray together that God would supply the faith and finances we need to further the work of the kingdom in this area & beyond.
September 23, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 85:1-13
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 190………………… Rejoice, The Lord Is King
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 10 …………………………………………………………… Beauty For Ashes
52………………………………………………………………………… Micah 6:8
16……………………………………………… Change My Heart, Oh God
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 20:29-48 (pg. 407-08)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) ………………………Luke 13:18-30 (pg. 1620-21)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Romans 10:5-13
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGLES OF ASSURANCE
“The Bible Tells Me So”
Interlude
*Hymn 306…………………………………………………………… Complete in Thee
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Lori Clapper
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, September 25th
Ladies Bible Study has begun a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy – Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 26th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re back in Matthew, moving into the final section of the gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Saturday, September 29th
ISI Banquet will be held at the Whitehaven Baptist Church on Grand Island beginning at 5:45 pm. This year’s speaker is Rumin Vhan, a former ISI student from Buffalo. Tickets are $14.50. See Harriett Rupp.
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will send a monthly fee to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, see Derek.
The church’s financial statement for August 2007 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine. Summers are typically low-giving months & this fall finds us lagging behind in our financial commitments. Let’s do our part to support the ongoing ministries of our local church, including missions, by giving generously of our time, prayer, energy and finances. Let’s pray together that God would supply the faith and finances we need to further the work of the kingdom in this area & beyond.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Monday, September 17, 2007
First Congregational Church September 16, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
September 16, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 84:1-12
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 601 ………………… How Firm A Foundation
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 15 ………………………………………………… Break Into Songs of Joy
48…………………………………………………………………… King of Kings
32 ……………………………………………………………… He Is Our Peace
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 20:12-28 (pg. 406-07)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) …………………………Luke 13:1-17 (pg. 1619-20)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………………… 1 John 3:13-24
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGELS OF ASSURANCE
“Comfort & Affliction – Jesus’ Style”
Interlude
*Hymn 273 …………………………………………………………… Fill My Cup, Lord
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Lynda Francis
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, September 17th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, September 18th
Ladies Bible Study has begun a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy – Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 19th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re back in Matthew, moving into the final section of the gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Saturday, September 29th
ISI Banquet will be held at the Whitehaven Baptist Church on Grand Island beginning at 5:45 pm. This year’s speaker is Rumin Vhan, a former ISI student from Buffalo. Tickets are $14.50. See Harriett Rupp.
Ministry Opportunity
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will help with expenses per monthly visit to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, please see Derek.
September 16, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 84:1-12
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 601 ………………… How Firm A Foundation
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 15 ………………………………………………… Break Into Songs of Joy
48…………………………………………………………………… King of Kings
32 ……………………………………………………………… He Is Our Peace
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 20:12-28 (pg. 406-07)
New Testament Reading (Gospel) …………………………Luke 13:1-17 (pg. 1619-20)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………………… 1 John 3:13-24
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGELS OF ASSURANCE
“Comfort & Affliction – Jesus’ Style”
Interlude
*Hymn 273 …………………………………………………………… Fill My Cup, Lord
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Lynda Francis
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, September 17th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, September 18th
Ladies Bible Study has begun a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy – Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 19th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re back in Matthew, moving into the final section of the gospel: the crucifixion and resurrection in Chapters 26-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Saturday, September 29th
ISI Banquet will be held at the Whitehaven Baptist Church on Grand Island beginning at 5:45 pm. This year’s speaker is Rumin Vhan, a former ISI student from Buffalo. Tickets are $14.50. See Harriett Rupp.
Ministry Opportunity
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will help with expenses per monthly visit to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, please see Derek.
Monday, September 10, 2007
First Congregational Church September 9, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
September 9, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 73:1-28
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 9…………………………………… Holy, Holy, Holy
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 12………………………………… Blessed Be The Lord God Almighty
44 ……………………………………………………… I’m Forever Grateful
45……………………………………………………………………… In His Time
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 20:1-11 (pg. 405-06)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)…………………………… Luke 12:49-59 (pg. 1619)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ……………………………………………………… 2 Samuel 7:1-17
Sermon …………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE LIFE AND TIMES OF DAVID
“The Substance Belongs to Christ”
Interlude
*Hymn 705………………………………… Take The Name of Jesus With You
Receiving of New Members ……………………………………….. Lynda Francis
*Hymn of Faith (insert)………………………….Blest Be the Tie That Binds
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Mary Watson
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, September 11th
Ladies Bible Study begins a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy – Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 12th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re spending just one more week in the Psalms (I promise), hoping to reinforce and put into practice some of the principles T. David Gordon shared with us.
Monday, September 17th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.
Saturday, September 29th
ISI Banquet will be held at the Whitehaven Baptist Church on Grand Island beginning at 5:45 pm. This year’s speaker is Rumin Vhan, a former ISI student from Buffalo. Tickets are $14.50. See Harriett Rupp.
Ministry Opportunity
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will assist with expensed to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, please see Derek.
September 9, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 73:1-28
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 9…………………………………… Holy, Holy, Holy
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 12………………………………… Blessed Be The Lord God Almighty
44 ……………………………………………………… I’m Forever Grateful
45……………………………………………………………………… In His Time
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 20:1-11 (pg. 405-06)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)…………………………… Luke 12:49-59 (pg. 1619)
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ……………………………………………………… 2 Samuel 7:1-17
Sermon …………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE LIFE AND TIMES OF DAVID
“The Substance Belongs to Christ”
Interlude
*Hymn 705………………………………… Take The Name of Jesus With You
Receiving of New Members ……………………………………….. Lynda Francis
*Hymn of Faith (insert)………………………….Blest Be the Tie That Binds
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Mary Watson
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, September 11th
Ladies Bible Study begins a new season with an exciting study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy – Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 7:30 pm.
Wednesday, September 12th
Choir practice 6:00 pm at the church.
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm at church. We’re spending just one more week in the Psalms (I promise), hoping to reinforce and put into practice some of the principles T. David Gordon shared with us.
Monday, September 17th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.
Saturday, September 29th
ISI Banquet will be held at the Whitehaven Baptist Church on Grand Island beginning at 5:45 pm. This year’s speaker is Rumin Vhan, a former ISI student from Buffalo. Tickets are $14.50. See Harriett Rupp.
Ministry Opportunity
Herb & Allie Palmer’s niece (who is their Power of Attorney) has recently moved to North Carolina and she’s asking for our help. In her absence, she is hoping to arrange a visitation schedule. She would like to enlist the help of someone from our congregation to visit the Palmers in Orchard Park once a month. She will assist with expensed to keep their refrigerator stocked with favorite snacks and to help reimburse for traveling expenses, like gas. This is a great opportunity to serve Herb and Allie during a difficult time in their lives. You may want to try it for a year or even just six months and then let someone else have a turn. If you would like to be part of this important ministry of covenant love, please see Derek.
Monday, September 3, 2007
First Congregational Church September 2, 2007 Bulletin
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
September 2, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 72:1-20
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 646 ………………… Lead On, O King Eternal
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 18 ………………………………………………………………… Come and See
5 ……………………………………… Are Your Washed In The Blood?
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 19:16-30 (pg. 404-05)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)…………………………… Luke 12:35-48 (pg. 1618)
Fellowship of Welcome
Children’s Sermon …………………………………………………………Derek Yoder
“Zeroes & Heroes”
*Hymn of Faith 297 ………………………… Open My Eyes That I May See
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – on Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Communion Hymn of Thanksgiving 605
……… Jesus, Thou Joy of Loving Hearts
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, September 4th
Choir practice 6:30 pm at the church.
Ladies Bible Study is on summer recess. Alice is gearing up to being a new season and a new study, probably starting on Sept. 11. Consider joining us as we come back together for this important time of study, encouragement and prayer.
Wednesday, September 5th
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting will meet at 7:00 pm at church. We’re spending a few weeks in the Psalms, reinforcing and put into practice some of the principles T. David Gordon shared with us.
September 9th
Welcome Back Sunday! We’ll gather in the sanctuary at 9:30 for our opening announcements and prayer of dedication, after which the children will be dismissed for Sunday School. Adults will remain for our Fall Concert of Prayer. Family worship begins at 10:45 am.
Congratulations go out to Tami & Tony on the safe arrival of Angie Mae (7 lbs. 14 oz. 20½”) on Thursday morning! Mother and daughter are doing well. May God bless the Maranos and this precious new life with His special care.
Tony & Tami Marano
675 Center Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
Thank you to all who had a part & worked so hard to make Sunday’s picnic so enjoyable. A special thanks to the Hills for their generosity in providing the chicken & making us all feel so welcome.
September 2, 2007
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 72:1-20
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 646 ………………… Lead On, O King Eternal
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 18 ………………………………………………………………… Come and See
5 ……………………………………… Are Your Washed In The Blood?
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………………… Judges 19:16-30 (pg. 404-05)
New Testament Reading (Gospel)…………………………… Luke 12:35-48 (pg. 1618)
Fellowship of Welcome
Children’s Sermon …………………………………………………………Derek Yoder
“Zeroes & Heroes”
*Hymn of Faith 297 ………………………… Open My Eyes That I May See
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – on Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
……………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Communion Hymn of Thanksgiving 605
……… Jesus, Thou Joy of Loving Hearts
*Benediction
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, September 4th
Choir practice 6:30 pm at the church.
Ladies Bible Study is on summer recess. Alice is gearing up to being a new season and a new study, probably starting on Sept. 11. Consider joining us as we come back together for this important time of study, encouragement and prayer.
Wednesday, September 5th
Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer Meeting will meet at 7:00 pm at church. We’re spending a few weeks in the Psalms, reinforcing and put into practice some of the principles T. David Gordon shared with us.
September 9th
Welcome Back Sunday! We’ll gather in the sanctuary at 9:30 for our opening announcements and prayer of dedication, after which the children will be dismissed for Sunday School. Adults will remain for our Fall Concert of Prayer. Family worship begins at 10:45 am.
Congratulations go out to Tami & Tony on the safe arrival of Angie Mae (7 lbs. 14 oz. 20½”) on Thursday morning! Mother and daughter are doing well. May God bless the Maranos and this precious new life with His special care.
Tony & Tami Marano
675 Center Street
East Aurora, NY 14052
Thank you to all who had a part & worked so hard to make Sunday’s picnic so enjoyable. A special thanks to the Hills for their generosity in providing the chicken & making us all feel so welcome.
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