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
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………Psalm 99:1-9
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise 112 … There’s A Song in the Air
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn 192 ……………………………………………………………… One Day
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) –1 Samuel 2:12-26 (Pew Bible pg. 421-422)
New Testament (Gospel) – Luke 17:20-37 (Pew Bible pg. 1627-1628)
Fellowship of Welcome
Favorite Hymns and Carols
Thanksgiving Testimonies and Prayers
Prayer Requests
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
A Collage of 2007 Memories
*Hymn of Faith 124 ……………………………………… We Three Kings
*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation Please Stand
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Wednesday, January 2nd
Choir practice at 6:00 pm.
Bible Study & Prayer Meeting here at church at 7:00 pm. We’re in the final sections of Matthew’s gospel: the crucifixion & resurrection in Chapters 27-28. It’s a great time to join us.
Thursday, January 3rd
Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm. Come ready to discuss Chapter 4 (41-43 only) and Chapter 5 in the Elders Handbook.
Ladies Bible Study is finishing up its 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’ll be starting another exciting study soon. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 8:00 pm.
Saturday, January 5th
Sunday School teachers meeting at 11:00 am here at church
Sunday, January 6thCelebration 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 is not planned following the service.
“Little Christmas” Community Hymn Sing at the First Church of Evans. Come at 6:30 pm and join our friends from participating churches as we sing favorite carols and bring the Christmas season to a close. Bring a favorite dessert to share during the fellowship time to follow.
In an effort to reduce heating costs this winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting in the Adult Sunday School Classroom for worship during the coldest winter months, like we did last year. Once again, alternate locations for affected Sunday School & Junior Church classes are being considered. We recommend holding our first service of the season in the “Winter Chapel” on Dec. 30th. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. - The Church Board
We would like to express our deepest thanks to all of you for the generous gift we received this Christmas season. We are so thankful that God has given us such a loving and supportive church family. May he grant us all a very special and blessed New Year together. With much love, Alice, Derek, Katie, Rebekah, Joel and Owen
A special thank you for your prayers and cards during and after my surgery. Please continue to pray for my recovery and further surgery in March. Love, Annette Gernatt (Audrey’s sister)
Monday, December 31, 2007
Thursday, December 27, 2007
FCC December 23, 2007 bulletin
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
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Christmas Blessings
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship Psalm 98:1-9
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #106
– Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
*Invocation
Worship Through Hymns and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Carols of Worship – see insert
Presentation of the Fourth Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
- Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
Sunday School Program -“It Seems Impossible”
*Benediction
Postlude
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24TH
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE AT 6:30 PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30TH
A Collage of 2007 Memories. Plan now to be part of this special “thanksgiving” service as we celebrate God’s faithfulness in 2007. Come with testimonies to share! Like last year, we will be presenting another visual “collage” of memories from the past year. If you have slides, prints, or digital images of special events and want them included, get them to Derek.
DUE TO THE CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR HOLIDAYS, OUR MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDIES ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL THE FIRST WEEK OF JANUARY, BUT CONSIDER TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THESE WEEKLY OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDY, FELLOWSHIP & PRAYER IN 2008.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2ND we will meet at the church for Bible Study and prayer at 7:00 pm. 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, JANUARY 3RD the Ladies Bible Study is finishing up its study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement & prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We’ll be starting another exciting study in the new year. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 8 pm.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 6TH
Celebration of Lord’s Supper
In an effort to reduce heating costs this winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting in the Adult Sunday School Classroom for worship during the coldest winter months, like we did last year. Once again, alternate locations for affected Sunday School and Junior Church classes are being considered. We recommend holding our first service of the season in the “Winter Chapel” on December 30th. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter.
– The Church Board
I would like to thank my church family for the lovely Christmas plant, candy and card plus a nice surprise visit with Alice Yoder and Shirley Reed. It was all appreciated very much.
I’ve been told my recovery from my fall will be long but I’m still most grateful to the home.
May the New Year bring special blessings to all.
Thanks again,
Evelyn Falk
Dear Church Family,
How appreciative Ellsworth and I are for all the prayers that are being sent heavenward, and all the wonderful cards & notes that are such a blessing that have come to me in the hospital and to both of us here at home. We sense the Lord’s inexhaustible supply of grace & help every day.
How thankful we are that Ellsworth feels no pain, only weakness. The Lord is so good to allow us another Christmas together, so it will be a precious Christmas indeed.
Affectionately, Harriett
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
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Christmas Blessings
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship Psalm 98:1-9
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #106
– Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
*Invocation
Worship Through Hymns and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Carols of Worship – see insert
Presentation of the Fourth Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
- Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
Sunday School Program -“It Seems Impossible”
*Benediction
Postlude
*Congregation Please Stand
Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Shirley Reed
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MONDAY, DECEMBER 24TH
CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE AT 6:30 PM
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30TH
A Collage of 2007 Memories. Plan now to be part of this special “thanksgiving” service as we celebrate God’s faithfulness in 2007. Come with testimonies to share! Like last year, we will be presenting another visual “collage” of memories from the past year. If you have slides, prints, or digital images of special events and want them included, get them to Derek.
DUE TO THE CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR HOLIDAYS, OUR MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDIES ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL THE FIRST WEEK OF JANUARY, BUT CONSIDER TAKING ADVANTAGE OF THESE WEEKLY OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDY, FELLOWSHIP & PRAYER IN 2008.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2ND we will meet at the church for Bible Study and prayer at 7:00 pm. 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, JANUARY 3RD the Ladies Bible Study is finishing up its study in the Pastoral Epistles (1-2 Timothy, Titus). If you’re looking for more study, encouragement & prayer in your life, consider joining this group. We’ll be starting another exciting study in the new year. We meet at Evie Mann’s at 8 pm.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 6TH
Celebration of Lord’s Supper
In an effort to reduce heating costs this winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting in the Adult Sunday School Classroom for worship during the coldest winter months, like we did last year. Once again, alternate locations for affected Sunday School and Junior Church classes are being considered. We recommend holding our first service of the season in the “Winter Chapel” on December 30th. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter.
– The Church Board
I would like to thank my church family for the lovely Christmas plant, candy and card plus a nice surprise visit with Alice Yoder and Shirley Reed. It was all appreciated very much.
I’ve been told my recovery from my fall will be long but I’m still most grateful to the home.
May the New Year bring special blessings to all.
Thanks again,
Evelyn Falk
Dear Church Family,
How appreciative Ellsworth and I are for all the prayers that are being sent heavenward, and all the wonderful cards & notes that are such a blessing that have come to me in the hospital and to both of us here at home. We sense the Lord’s inexhaustible supply of grace & help every day.
How thankful we are that Ellsworth feels no pain, only weakness. The Lord is so good to allow us another Christmas together, so it will be a precious Christmas indeed.
Affectionately, Harriett
Monday, December 17, 2007
FCC December 16, 2007 bulletin
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 December 16, 2007 Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 97:1-12
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 121…………………………… Away In A Manger
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Covenant at Christmas (insert)
Presentation of the Third Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Exodus 23:20-26
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGEL OF THE LORD
“The Bittersweet Gospel”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 107 ……………………… Angels We Have Heard On High
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
This Afternoon
We hope you can join us this afternoon at the parsonage for our annual Christmas Tea. It's a time for our family to express the love & appreciation we feel to all of you who mean so much to us. Feel free to stop by anytime between 2 and 5 p.m. We look forward to sharing this special time with you.
-Derek, Alice, Katie, Rebekah, Joel & Owen
Tuesday, December 18th
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, December 19th
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.
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.
Sunday, December 30th
A Collage of 2007 Memories. Plan now to be part of this special "thanksgiving" service as we celebrate God's faithfulness in 2007. Come with testimonies to share! Like last year, we will be presenting another visual "collage" of memories from the past year. If you have slides, prints, or digital images of special events and want them included, get them to Derek.
In an effort to reduce heating costs this winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting in the Adult Sunday School Classroom for worship during the coldest winter months, like we did last year. Once again, alternate locations for affected Sunday School and Junior Church classes are being considered. We recommend holding our first service of the season in the "Winter Chapel" on Dec. 30th. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter.
The church's financial statement for November 2007 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.
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 December 16, 2007 Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 97:1-12
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 121…………………………… Away In A Manger
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Covenant at Christmas (insert)
Presentation of the Third Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Exodus 23:20-26
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
ANGEL OF THE LORD
“The Bittersweet Gospel”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 107 ……………………… Angels We Have Heard On High
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
This Afternoon
We hope you can join us this afternoon at the parsonage for our annual Christmas Tea. It's a time for our family to express the love & appreciation we feel to all of you who mean so much to us. Feel free to stop by anytime between 2 and 5 p.m. We look forward to sharing this special time with you.
-Derek, Alice, Katie, Rebekah, Joel & Owen
Tuesday, December 18th
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, December 19th
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.
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.
Sunday, December 30th
A Collage of 2007 Memories. Plan now to be part of this special "thanksgiving" service as we celebrate God's faithfulness in 2007. Come with testimonies to share! Like last year, we will be presenting another visual "collage" of memories from the past year. If you have slides, prints, or digital images of special events and want them included, get them to Derek.
In an effort to reduce heating costs this winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting in the Adult Sunday School Classroom for worship during the coldest winter months, like we did last year. Once again, alternate locations for affected Sunday School and Junior Church classes are being considered. We recommend holding our first service of the season in the "Winter Chapel" on Dec. 30th. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter.
The church's financial statement for November 2007 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
First Congregational Church December 9, 2007 Bulletin
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 December 9, 2007 Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 96:1-13
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 110 - Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn 114 ………………………………………………………………… The First Noel
Presentation of the Second Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………… Exodus 14:26-15:2
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
SONG OF THE LAMB
“Follow that shepherd!”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 109 …………………………It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
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: Pam Johengen
Advent 2007. Our morning worship services celebrate this season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “Advent of the Apocalypse”, exploring 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, December 10th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, December 11th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. The group is in an exciting study of 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, December 12th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm
Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 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.
Make note of these dates for your Christmas calendar:
Sun, Dec. 16th – Christmas Tea at the Parsonage, 2–5 pm
Sun, Dec. 23rd – FCC’s 2007 Sunday School Program,
“It Seems Impossible!” This original production will
be presented during our family worship time.
Mon, Dec. 24th – Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 6:30 pm.
In an effort to reduce heating costs this winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting in the Adult Sunday School Classroom for worship during the coldest winter months, like we did last year. Once again, alternate locations for affected Sunday School and Junior Church classes are being considered. We recommend holding our first service of the season in the “Winter Chapel” on Dec. 30th. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. - The Church Board
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 December 9, 2007 Depart to Serve
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 96:1-13
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 110 - Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn 114 ………………………………………………………………… The First Noel
Presentation of the Second Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church
Sermon Text …………………………………………………… Exodus 14:26-15:2
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
SONG OF THE LAMB
“Follow that shepherd!”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 109 …………………………It Came Upon A Midnight Clear
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: Pam Johengen
Advent 2007. Our morning worship services celebrate this season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “Advent of the Apocalypse”, exploring 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Monday, December 10th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm
Tuesday, December 11th
Ladies Bible Study meets at Evie Mann’s home at 8:00 pm. The group is in an exciting study of 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, December 12th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm
Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 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.
Make note of these dates for your Christmas calendar:
Sun, Dec. 16th – Christmas Tea at the Parsonage, 2–5 pm
Sun, Dec. 23rd – FCC’s 2007 Sunday School Program,
“It Seems Impossible!” This original production will
be presented during our family worship time.
Mon, Dec. 24th – Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, 6:30 pm.
In an effort to reduce heating costs this winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting in the Adult Sunday School Classroom for worship during the coldest winter months, like we did last year. Once again, alternate locations for affected Sunday School and Junior Church classes are being considered. We recommend holding our first service of the season in the “Winter Chapel” on Dec. 30th. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. - The Church Board
Monday, December 10, 2007
Monday, December 3, 2007
Sunday, December 2, 2007
First Congregational Church December 2, 2007 Bulletin
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 Depart to Serve
December 2, 2007
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 95:1-11
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 102 ………… O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn 115 ………………………… While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks
Presentation of the First Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Matthew 2:1-18
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
SEED OF THE WOMAN
“Christmas: A Call to Arms”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 118…………………………………………… What Child Is This?
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: Pam Johengen
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, December 4th
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, December 5th
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.
Saturday, December 8th
Ladies’ Christmas Luncheon at 12:00. Bring your favorite Christmas casserole or dessert to share.
Monday, December 10th
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm
This morning 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:
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.
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 Depart to Serve
December 2, 2007
Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………Psalm 95:1-11
*Hymn Adoration & Praise 102 ………… O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
*Invocation
Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn 115 ………………………… While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks
Presentation of the First Advent Banner
Fellowship of Welcome
Sermon Text ………………………………………………………… Matthew 2:1-18
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
SEED OF THE WOMAN
“Christmas: A Call to Arms”
Interlude
*Hymn of Faith 118…………………………………………… What Child Is This?
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: Pam Johengen
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, December 4th
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, December 5th
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.
Saturday, December 8th
Ladies’ Christmas Luncheon at 12:00. Bring your favorite Christmas casserole or dessert to share.
Monday, December 10th
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm
This morning 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:
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
First Congregational Church November 25, 2007 Bulletin
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.
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.
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
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