First Congregational Church, No. Collins, NY

Monday, March 30, 2009

Monday, March 16, 2009

SERMON: Sunday, March 15, 2009

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SERMON: Sunday, March 8, 2009

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First Congregational Church March 8, 2009 Bulletin

Sunday, March 1, 2009

First Congregational Church March 1, 2009 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
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM / WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM
March 1, 2009

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………”Divine Blessings”
responsive reading #12, p. 747
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise # 601 ………………… How Firm a Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 122 …………………………………………………………… I Come to the Cross
*Chorus 154 …………………………………………………………………… The Holy Heart

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet ……………2 Samuel 1:1-16 (Pew Bible pg 470-71)
New Testament (Apostle) ………………………Galatians 4:8-30 (pg. 1813-14)

Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Sermon ……………………………………………………………… Alice Yoder
"Amazing Grace"

*Hymn of Faith #297 ……………………………… Open My Eyes That I May See

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our second offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology C (inside front cover of hymnal) ……………………… Gloria Patri

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn of Thanksgiving #607…………………………… A Parting Hymn We Sing
*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, March 3rd
Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. They are tackling a study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. The study begins at 8:00 pm.

Wednesday, March 4th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting meets at 7:00 pm. Join us as we make our way through the book of James in a study called “Brother to Brother”. We’re finishing up Chapter 1 with a look at taming the tongue. It’s a great time to join us.

Tuesday, March 10th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm

IT'S A BOY! Congratulations to grandparents Garry & Kathy Dole and great-grandparents Marty & Irma Dole. Tim & Danielle are the proud parents of Jackson Lyam born Saturday morning, February 28th at 8:37 am weighing in at 5 pounds, 11 ounces
and 18½” long.

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

Sunday, February 22, 2009

First Congregational Church February 22, 2009 Bulletin

Saturday, February 14, 2009

First Congregational Church February 15, 2009 Bulletin

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

SERMON: Sunday, February 8, 2009

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Saturday, February 7, 2009

First Congregational Church February 8, 2009 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 February 8, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………… Isaiah 43:1-7
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #32 ……… I Sing The Mighty Power of God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 15………………………………………………………… Break Into Songs of Joy
*Chorus 196 ………………………………… Holy, Holy, Holy Is The Lord of Hosts
*Chorus 52 ……………………………………………………………………………… Micah 6:8

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………… 1 Samuel 30:1-10 (Pew Bible pg 467)
New Testament (Apostle) ……………………………Galatians 3:1-14 (pg. 1812)

Fellowship of Welcome - 4 yr olds – 3rd Grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………………………………………………………… John 6:16-21
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
HAVEN OF REST
“Fear Not” (the Bread’s in the boat!)

Interlude
*Hymn of Faith #442 ………………………………………… Jesus, Saviour, Pilot Me

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology C (inside front cover of hymnal) ……………………… Gloria Patri

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, February 10th
Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden at 8:00 pm. They are tackling a study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group.

Wednesday, February 11th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing on in our study in the book of James called “Brother to Brother”. Join us as we explore the themes of wisdom and sanctification amid the trials of life.

A CALL IS ISSUED TO THE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS TO ATTEND OUR ANNUAL MEETING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2009 AT 10:00 AM. OFFICERS WILL BE ELECTED, ANNUAL REPORTS GIVEN, AND THE NEW BUDGET ADOPTED. ANY OTHER BUSINESS BY THE PEOPLE WILL ALSO BE TRANSACTED. THERE ARE NO TRUSTEE TERMS EXPIRING THIS YEAR, YET THERE ARE UP TO FOUR VACANCIES.

The Elders recommend that the statement presented to the Congregation on October 5th, 2008, for review and discussion (available on the back table) be adopted as an expression of this Church’s convictions and policies regarding the Lord’s Supper. Specifically, they recommend that the first four paragraphs (under the heading “V § 3 The Lord’s Supper”) replace Art. V §§ 3.1-2 of our current FCC Constitution & Bylaws. They further recommend that the final five paragraphs (under the heading “Appendix A: The Lord’s Supper”) appear as an appendix at the back of the Constitution.

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

SERMON: Sunday, February 1, 2009

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Friday, January 30, 2009

First Congregational Church February 1, 2009 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 February 1, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………… Isaiah 55:1-13
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #26 ……………………………… Come Thou Fount
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 18………………………………………………………………………… Come and See
*Chorus 16 ……………………………………………………… Change My Heart, O God

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……… 1 Samuel 29:1-11 (Pew Bible pg 466-67)
New Testament (Apostle) ……………………Galatians 2:11-21 (pg. 1811-12)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………………………………………………………… John 6:1-15
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
MOSES, MANNA, & THE PROPHET
“Man shall not live by bread alone”

Interlude

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our second offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the Diaconate
Offertory
*Doxology C (inside front cover of hymnal) ……………………… Gloria Patri

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn of Thanksgiving #328 …………………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, February 3rd
Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden at 8:00 pm. They are tackling a study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group.

Wednesday, February 4th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing on in our new study in the book of James called “Brother to Brother”. Join us as we explore the themes of wisdom and sanctification amid the trials of life.

Saturday, February 7th
Men’s Breakfast here at church at 8:00 am. See Matt Clapper for more information.

Be praying for the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2009. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Pam Johengen, Fred Botko or Derek Yoder in the coming weeks. Be praying with us during this important time in our church.

A CALL IS ISSUED TO THE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS TO ATTEND OUR ANNUAL MEETING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2009 AT 10:00 AM. OFFICERS WILL BE ELECTED, ANNUAL REPORTS GIVEN, AND THE NEW BUDGET ADOPTED. ANY OTHER BUSINESS BY THE PEOPLE WILL ALSO BE TRANSACTED. THERE ARE NO TRUSTEE TERMS EXPIRING THIS YEAR, YET THERE ARE UP TO FOUR VACANCIES.

The Elders recommend that the statement presented to the Congregation on October 5th, 2008, for review and discussion (available on the back table) be adopted as an expression of this Church’s convictions and policies regarding the Lord’s Supper. Specifically, they recommend that the first four paragraphs (under the heading “V § 3 The Lord’s Supper”) replace Art. V §§ 3.1-2 of our current FCC Constitution & Bylaws. They further recommend that the final five paragraphs (under the heading “Appendix A: The Lord’s Supper”) appear as an appendix at the back of the Constitution.

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

SERMON: Sunday, January 25, 2009

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Saturday, January 24, 2009

First Congregational Church January 25, 2009 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 January 25, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………… Isaiah 43:8-13
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #287 ………… O God, Our Help In Ages Past
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 125………………………………………………………………………… I Will Delight
*Chorus 44 …………………………………………………………… I’m Forever Grateful
*Chorus 172………………………………………………………………… Be Thou My Vision

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …… 1 Samuel 28:13-25 (Pew Bible pg 465-66)
New Testament (Apostle) ………………………Galatians 2:1-10 (pg. 1810-11)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text …………………………………………………………………… John 5:31-47
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE CASE FOR FAITH
“But who do you say that I am?”

Interlude
*Hymn of Faith #51 ………………………………………………… Blessed Assurance

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology C (inside front cover of hymnal) ……………………… Gloria Patri

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, January 27th
Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden at 8:00 pm. They are tackling a new study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group.

Wednesday, January 28th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing on in our new study in the book of James called “Brother to Brother”. Join us as we explore the themes of wisdom and sanctification amid the trials of life.

Saturday, February 7th
Men’s Breakfast here at church at 8:00 am. See Matt Clapper for more information.

Sanctity of Human Life Week is January 18 – 25, 2009. Join Tri-County Pregnancy Center in being a voice for life. The center offers women facing unplanned pregnancies life, hope, and peace. By providing free pregnancy testing, confidential counseling, and practical assistance and referrals, the center strives to give women an alternative to abortion. You can help the center by volunteering, donating, and praying for the center and clients. For more information, please call 532-9738.

Be praying for the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2009. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Pam Johengen, Fred Botko or Derek Yoder in the coming weeks. Be praying with us during this important time in our church.

Reports to be included in the 2008 Annual Report from the Board and Committees are due. Please submit in Audrey Krebs mailbox by next Sunday.

In an effort to reduce the cost of heating the church building in winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting for worship in the Adult Sunday School Classroom. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. - The Church Board

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Sermon: Sunday, January 18, 2009

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Saturday, January 17, 2009

First Congregational Church January 18, 2009 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 January 18, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………… Psalm 46:1-11
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #82 ……… Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 134 ……………………………………………………………………………… Majesty
*Chorus 124 …………………………………………………………………… I Stand In Awe
*Chorus 76 …………………………………………………………… To Know You More

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……… 1 Samuel 28:1-14 (Pew Bible pg 464-65)
New Testament (Apostle) …………………………Galatians 1:11-24 (pg. 1810)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text …………………………………………………………………… John 5:16-30
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
LORD OF THE SABBATH (II)
“I Will Give You Rest”

Interlude
*Hymn of Faith #66 …………………………………………… I am His and He Is Mine

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology C (inside front cover of hymnal) ……………………… Gloria Patri

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday, January 20th
Dewey Missionary Society meets at 12:00 noon here at church.

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden at 8:00 pm. They are tackling a new study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group.

Wednesday, January 21st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing on in our new study in the book of James called “Brother to Brother”. Join us as we explore the themes of wisdom and sanctification amid the trials of life.

Saturday, January 24th
Ladies! You are invited to attend a baby shower for Danielle Dole from 2-4 PM at Kathy Dole's home on 2432 Shirley Road. Danielle is registered at BabiesRUs and online at babiesrus.com, babysupermall.com, and cottonbabies.com. Her colors are blue and green for the nursery, in an ocean turtle theme. Please RSVP to Kathy at 337-2737 by Jan. 19. Thank you!

Sanctity of Human Life Week is January 18 – 25, 2009. Join Tri-County Pregnancy Center in being a voice for life. The center offers women facing unplanned pregnancies life, hope, and peace. By providing free pregnancy testing, confidential counseling, and practical assistance and referrals, the center strives to give women an alternative to abortion. You can help the center by volunteering, donating, and praying for the center and clients. For more information, lese call 532-9738.

Be praying for the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2009. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Pam Johengen, Fred Botko or Derek Yoder in the coming weeks. Be praying with us during this important time in our church.

In an effort to reduce the cost of heating the church building in winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting for worship in the Adult Sunday School Classroom. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. - The Church Board

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

SERMON: Sunday, January 11, 2009

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First Congregational Church January 11, 2009 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 January 11, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………… Exodus 15:1-18
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #45 …… Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 10 …………………………………………………………………… Beauty for Ashes
*Chorus 223 …………………………………………………………………… Most Holy One
*Chorus 167 …………………………………………………… You Are My Hiding Place

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………… 1 Samuel 27:1-12 (Pew Bible pg 464)
New Testament (Apostle) ………………………Galatians 1:1-10 (pg. 1809-10)

Fellowship of Welcome – 4 yr olds – 3rd grade dismissed to Jr. Church

Sermon Text ……………………………………………………………………… John 5:1-16
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
GOOD NEWS FOR NIT-PICKERS AND GNAT-STRAINERS
“A Lesson About Miracles, Mattresses, & the Messiah”

Interlude
*Hymn of Faith #69 ………………………………………………… O How I Love Jesus

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology C (inside front cover of hymnal) ……………………… Gloria Patri

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sunday, January 11th
Singspiration! at 6:30 pm. It’s our turn to host this special community event. Bring a favorite dessert to share during fellowship time to follow.

Tuesday, January 13th
Elder’s meeting at 6:00 pm – come prepared to discuss Chapter 9 in the Elders Handbook (“Promoting Obedience”).

Full Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden at 8:00 pm. They are tackling a new study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group.

Wednesday, January 14th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing on in our new study in the book of James called “Brother to Brother”. Join us for a series of lessons intended to give “brotherly” advice to fellow pilgrims in exile … like us!

Saturday, January 24th
Ladies! You are invited to attend a baby shower for Danielle Dole from 2-4 PM at Kathy Dole's home on 2432 Shirley Road. Danielle is registered at BabiesRUs and online at babiesrus.com, babysupermall.com, and cottonbabies.com. Her colors are blue and green for the nursery, in an ocean turtle theme. Please RSVP to Kathy at 337-2737 by Jan. 19. Thank you!

Be praying for the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2009. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Pam Johengen, Fred Botko or Derek Yoder in the coming weeks. Be praying with us during this important time in our church.

In an effort to reduce the cost of heating the church building in winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting for worship in the Adult Sunday School Classroom. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. - The Church Board

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen

Saturday, January 3, 2009

First Congregational Church January 4, 2009 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 January 4, 2009 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………………………… “The Divine Shepherd" (responsive reading #7, pg 744)
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #52 ……………………… To God Be the Glory
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus 217 …………………………………………………………. Let It Be Said of Us
*Chorus 122………………………………………………………… I Come to The Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet)……… 1 Samuel 26:13-25 (Pew Bible pg 463)
New Testament (Apostle)………… 2 Corinthians 13:1-14 (pg. 1807-08)
Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Sermon …………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
*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 C (inside front cover of hymnal) …………………… Gloria Patri

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn of Thanksgiving (insert) …………… O Sing a Song of Bethlehem
*Benediction
Postlude

*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen
ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, January 6th
Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. They are tackling a new study called “Pleasing God”. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining this group. The study begins at 8:00 pm.

Wednesday, January 7th
Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re continuing on in our new study in the book of James called “Brother to Brother”. Join us for a series of lessons intended to give “brotherly” advice to fellow pilgrims in exile … like us!

Sunday, January 11th
Singspiration! at 6:30 pm. It’s our turn to host this special community event. Bring a favorite dessert to share during fellowship time to follow.

Tuesday, January 13th
Full Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

In an effort to reduce the cost of heating the church building in winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting for worship in the Adult Sunday School Classroom. We recommend holding our worship services downstairs in the “Winter Chapel” at our regular time of 10:45 am. Please see Fred or Derek with any questions or concerns you may have about this temporary arrangement. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. – The Church Board

Don’t forget … following this morning’s Communion Meal, we’ll be enjoying a fellowship meal together. Plan to join us!

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

Saturday, December 27, 2008

First Congregational Church December 28, 2008 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 28, 2008 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Introit
*Call to Worship ………………………………………………………………… Psalm 96:1-6
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #124 ………………………………… We Three Kings
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #139 …………………………………………………………………… O Holy Night!

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) …………… 1 Samuel 26:1-12 (pg. 462-63)
New Testament Reading (Apostle)……… 2 Corinthians 12:11-21 (pg. 1807)

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

Favorite Hymns and Carols
Thanksgiving Testimonies and Prayers
A Collage of 2008 Memories
*Hymn of Faith #407 …………………………… All the Way My Savior Leads Me

*Benediction
Postlude

*Congregation is invited to stand

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Our mid-week Bible studies will not meet during the New Year holiday, but plan now to make 2009 a year of increased study, prayer, and mutual encouragement by joining one of these groups:
Ladies Bible Study will begin a new study on Tuesday, January 6th at 8:00 pm called “Pleasing God”. They meet at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. It’s a great time to join them!
Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting will continue in its look at James on January 7th at 7:00 pm. The new study, called “Brother to Brother”, is a series of lessons intended to give “brotherly” advice to fellow pilgrims in exile … like us!

Sunday, January 4th
Next Sunday, we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper. If you would like to participate but are unable to be here, see Derek or one of the Elders to arrange another time. Don’t be shy about taking full advantage of this important gesture of unity with Christ and his body. As is our custom, following our Communion Meal, we’ll be enjoying a fellowship meal together.

Sunday, January 11th
Singspiration! at 6:30 pm. It’s our turn to host this special community event.

Tuesday, January 13th
Full Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

We would like to express our deepest thanks to all of you for the very 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

In an effort to reduce the cost of heating the church building in winter, the Church Board again recommends meeting for worship in the Adult Sunday School Classroom. We recommend holding our first worship service downstairs in the “Winter Chapel” on December 28th at our regular time of 10:45 am. Please see Fred or Derek with any questions or concerns you may have about this temporary arrangement. Thank you for your understanding in this important matter. – The Church Board

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

Monday, March 30, 2009

Monday, March 16, 2009

Monday, March 9, 2009

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Saturday, February 14, 2009

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Saturday, February 7, 2009

Tuesday, February 3, 2009

Friday, January 30, 2009

Tuesday, January 27, 2009

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