Sunday, February 21, 2010

First Congregational Church February 21, 2010 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………………………………………………………………………… In This Quiet Moment

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………………………………………… Psalm 12:1-8

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #7 ………………… Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #75…………………………………………………………………………………… To God Be The Glory
*Chorus #60 ………………………………………………………………………………… Protector Of My Soul

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ………………………… 2 Samuel 22:17-30 (Pew Bible pg. 510)
New Testament (Apostle)…………… 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 (Pew Bible pg. 1840-41)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text……………………………………………………………………………………………… John 13:31-14:6
Sermon……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THREE FACES OF LOVE
Jesus calls his disciples to something bigger than a unity rising from our shared affections or circumstances. He calls us to consecrate ourselves to him and to one another – the way he did for us.


*Hymn of Faith #619…………………………………………………………………… Stand Up For Jesus

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
During the month of February, we will collect a second offering, designated for our “Have a Heart for Haiti” project. The Dewey Missionary Society will oversee the disbursement of these charitable gifts.Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAVE A HEART FOR HAITI: The Dewey Missionary Society is dedicating the month of February to charitable giving for Haiti. Each Sunday in February, we will take a second offering for relief work in this devastated country. The first offering (Feb 7th) was designated for Roy and Ruth Shelpman’s personal use. The following Sunday’s offerings (14th, 21st, and 28th) are for their rebuilding efforts.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, February 23rd

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, you may want to consider joining this study of the gospel of Mark. They meet at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, February 24th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. Join us as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians. It’s a great time to join us!

Sunday, February 28th
Our “Coffee with Calvin” reading group meets after service for the first of two discussions about David Wells’ “Courage to be Protestant”. Lunch will be provided. Be prepared to discuss Sections 1-5 (through page 174).

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Alice Yoder

Saturday, February 13, 2010

Sunday, February 7, 2010

First Congregational Church February 7, 2010 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………………………………………… Come Let Us Reason

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………………… Psalm 9:1-20
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #26 …………………… Come Thou Fount
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #253……………………………… When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
*Chorus #44………………………………………………………………… I’m Forever Grateful

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………………… 2 Samuel 21:15-22
New Testament (Apostle)………………… 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text…………………………… John 13:31-14:6
Sermon……………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE FAREWELL DISCOURSE (II)
God has always called his people to high standards of love and transformed living. But now, at the turning of the ages, the life of faith has a new motive and a new model – Jesus’ saving death on the cross.


*Hymn of Faith #480………………………………………………………………………… Footsteps of Jesus

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
During the month of February, we will collect a second offering, designated for our “Have a Heart for Haiti” project. The Dewey Missionary Society will oversee the disbursement of these charitable gifts.Offertory
*Doxology
Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn of Thanksgiving #328 ……………………………………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds
*Benediction

ANNOUNCEMENTS
HAVE A HEART FOR HAITI: The Dewey Missionary Society is dedicating the month of February to charitable giving for Haiti. Each Sunday in February, we will take a second offering for relief work in this devastated country. We would like to designate the first offering (Feb 7th) for Roy and Ruth Shelpman’s personal use and the following Sunday’s offerings (14th, 21st, and 28th) for their rebuilding efforts.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, February 9th

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, you may want to consider joining this study of the gospel of Mark. They meet at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, February 10th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. Join us as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians. It’s a great time to join us!

Saturday, February 20th
Church Annual Meeting at 10:00 am.

Sunday, February 28th
Our “Coffee with Calvin” reading group meets after service for the first of two discussions about David Wells’ “Courage to be Protestant”. Lunch will be provided. Be prepared to discuss Sections 1-4 (through page 174).


A CALL IS ISSUED TO THE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS TO ATTEND OUR ANNUAL MEETING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2010 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. TRUSTEE TERMS EXPIRING ARE LYNDA FRANCIS AND TONY MARANO.

*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Debbie Phillips

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

First Congregational Church January 31, 2010 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111

337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………………………………………………………………………… Come and See

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………………………………………… Psalm 8:1-9
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #601 …………………………… How Firm A Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #100 ……………………………………………………………… Create In Me A Clean Heart
*Chorus #107 ……………………………………………………………………………………… Fairest Lord Jesus

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……………………… 2 Samuel 21:1-14 (Pew Bible pg. 507-508)
New Testament (Apostle) ……………………1 Thessalonians 3:1-6 (Pew Bible pg. 1839)

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

Sermon Text……………………………………………………………………………………………… John 13:31-14:6
Sermon……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE FAREWELL DISCOURSE
Unlike other “Last Lectures”, Jesus reminds the disciples that he has gone ahead of them, he has won the victory on the cross, and he has made a way for them to follow … more to the point, he is the way.

*Hymn of Faith #583………………………………………………………………………… Lead, Kindly Light

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology (see insert)

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen & Katie Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS

HAVE A HEART FOR HAITI
: The Dewey Missionary Society is dedicating the month of February to charitable giving for Haiti. Each Sunday in February, we will take a second offering for relief work in this devastated country. We would like to designate the first offering (Feb 7th) for Roy and Ruth Shelpman’s personal use and the following Sunday’s offerings (14th, 21st, and 28th) for their rebuilding efforts.


All committee heads and chairs: Don’t forget that Audrey needs your annual report today to make it in the packets for the Annual Meeting.


CALENDAR

Tuesday, February 2nd

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, you may want to consider joining this study of the gospel of Mark. They meet at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, February 3rd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. Join us as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians. Join us for a fresh, new season of study. It’s a great time to join us!

Saturday, February 6th
Men’s Breakfast at 8:30 am here at church … mark your calendar!

Saturday, February 20th
Church Annual Meeting at 10:00 am.

Monday, February 1, 2010

Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Monday, January 11, 2010

Sunday, January 10, 2010

First Congregational Church January 10, 2010 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111

337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit……………………………………………………………………………………………… As We Gather

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………………………………………… Psalm 1:1-6

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #10 ………………………… O For A Thousand Tongues
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #154 …………………………………………………………………………………………… The Holy Heart
*Chorus #52 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Micah 6:8
*Chorus #167 ……………………………………………………………………… You Are My Hiding Place

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………………………… 2 Samuel 19:40-43 (Pew Bible pg. 505)
New Testament (Apostle)…………………1 Thessalonians 1:10 (Pew Bible pg. 1837-38)

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

Sermon Text………………………………………………………………………………… John 13:1-20
Sermon……………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOTHES
Jesus calls all true disciples to servant-like humility (love is a verb), perseverance (it doesn’t stop), and a new wardrobe (towel)


*Hymn of Faith #281 …………………………………………… Jesus, We Acknowledge Thee

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology (see insert)

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Pam Johengen & Katie Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as they meet to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2010. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Olive, Fred or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

All Committee heads and chairs: Don’t forget that Audrey needs your annual report by month’s end to make it in the packets for the Annual Meeting.

CALENDAR
Tuesday, January 12th

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, you may want to consider joining this study of the gospel of Mark. They meet at 7:30 pm.

Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm. This will be a budget meeting for 2010.

Wednesday, January 13th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. Join us as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians. Join us for a fresh, new season of study. It’s a great time to join us!

Friday, January 15th
Hey Kids! It’s a movie night here in the Winter Chapel 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Bring your sleeping bag and pillow to get comfy. Bring a friend or two. Refreshments will be served.

Saturday, February 6th
Men’s Breakfast here at church … mark your calendar!

Saturday, December 26, 2009

First Congregational Church December 27, 2009 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111

337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2009
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit…………………………………………………Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates

*Call to Worship ……………………………………………………………………………………… Isaiah 65:17-25
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #103……………………Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne
*Invocation

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

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………………… 2 Samuel 19:8b-23 (Pew Bible pg. 503-504)
New Testament (Apostle)………………………………Colossians 4:2-6 (Pew Bible pg. 1835)

Fellowship of Welcome

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

Favorite Hymns and Carols
Thanksgiving Testimonies and Prayers
A Collage of 2009 Memories
*Hymn #407 ………………………………………………………… All the Way My Savior Leads Me

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Tami Marano

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


ANNOUNCEMENTS

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as they meet to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2010. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Olive, Fred or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

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.

Our regular mid-week Bible studies are postponed because of Christmas travel and preparations. Ladies’ Bible study at Evie Mann’s resumes Tuesday, January 5th at 7:30 pm. Our study of 1 Corinthians gets back on tract Wednesday, December 29th at 7:00 pm.

Got cookies? Our after service “Hospitality Table” is looking for volunteers to share their baked goods and beverages with! It’s a no fuss, no muss refreshment time. Sign-up for a week on the clipboard in back.

Sunday, January 3rd
Community Hymn Sing (“Little Christmas”) at the First Church of Evans beginning at 6:30 pm. Plan now to be part of this special time as we sing, enjoy fellowship, and seasonal refreshments with our friends from participating churches.

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

Monday, December 21, 2009

First Congregational Church December 20, 2009 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111

337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2009
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………………………………………………………………………… He Is Our Peace

*Call to Worship ………………………………………………………………………………………… Isaiah 42:1-13
*Chorus of Adoration & Praise #171 ……… Abba Father, We Approach You
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Christmas Carol (insert) ……………………………… Carols of Worship(choir medley)

Presentation of the Fourth Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome

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

Sunday School Christmas Program ……………“Jesus – Light for the Gentiles”

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Shirley Reed


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



ANNOUNCEMENTS

Our regular mid-week Bible studies are postponed because of Christmas travel and preparations. Ladies’ Bible study at Evie Mann’s resumes Tuesday, January 5th at 7:30 pm. Our study of 1 Corinthians gets back on tract Wednesday, December 29th at 7:00 pm.

Thursday, December 24th
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6:30 pm.

Sunday, December 27th
2009 Collage of Memories in the Winter Chapel

Sunday, January 3rd
Community Hymn Sing (“Little Christmas”) at the First Church of Evans beginning at 6:30 pm. Plan now to be part of this special time as we sing, enjoy fellowship, and seasonal refreshments with our friends from participating churches.


Be praying with the Nominating Committee as they meet to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2010. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments pertaining to the nominating process, see Olive, Fred or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray 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. We recommend holding our first worship service downstairs in the “Winter Chapel” on December 27th 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

Monday, November 30, 2009

Sunday, November 29, 2009

First Congregational Church November 29, 2009 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111

337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2009
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………………………………………………………………………… I Love You, Lord

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………………………………………… Isaiah 9:1-7
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #118 ……………………………………… What Child Is This?
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Advent Hymn #102 …………………………………………… O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

Presentation of the First Advent Banner

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

Sermon Text………………………………………………… Matthew 13:1-3, 31-32; Mark 4:33-34
Sermon …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
MARY & THE MUSTARD SEED
Believers find in Jesus’ kingdom riddles his own story of unexpected and vulnerable ministry; they also find the call to persevere, knowing that the mysterious gospel “seed” anticipates a glorious, global harvest.


*Hymn of Faith #112 ………………………………………………………… There’s A Song In the Air

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: Fred Botko Nursery: Lori Clapper

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


Throughout Advent, our morning worship services will include Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s Advent theme is “PARABLES OF PROMISE”. Jesus says his parables are about the mysteries of the kingdom. But these familiar “riddles” – about mustard seeds and buried treasure, wheat and tares and fishing nets – also have much to teach about the kingdom’s mysterious King and the people who follow him. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, December 1st
Elder’s meeting at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 14 in the Elders Handbook (“Training the Youth”).

Ladies’ Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, you may want to consider joining this study of the gospel of Mark. They meet at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, December 2nd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. Join us as we continue on in our study of 1 Corinthians (using a prepared workbook by the author). Join us for a fresh, new season of study. It’s a great time to join us.

Saturday, December 5th
All ladies are invited to the annual Dewey Christmas Luncheon at 12:00 noon here at church.

It’s not too early to save these dates (details will follow):
Sun, December 13th – Christmas Tea at the Parsonage
Sun, December 20th – Sunday School program – “Light for the Gentiles”
Thurs, December 24th – Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Sun, December 27th – 2009 Collage of Memories (Winter Chapel)


We are collecting items for the Seneca Gospel Mission … hats, mittens, toys! Last Sunday for donations is next Sunday, December 6th.

Sunday, November 22, 2009

First Congregational Church November 22, 2009 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111

337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2009
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………………………………………………………………………… Open Our Eyes, Lord

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………………………………………… Isaiah 6:1-7
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #39 ………… Come, Ye Thankful People, Come
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Thanksgiving Hymn (insert) ………………………………………………… We Gather Together

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ………………………… 2 Samuel 19:1-8 (Pew Bible pg. 502-503)
New Testament (Apostle) ………………… Colossians 3:12-4:1 (Pew Bible pg. 1834-35)

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

Sermon Text………………………………………………………………………………………………… John 12:36-50
Sermon …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“WHAT ISAIAH SAW”
Jesus calls us to believe and live out the mystery of the gospel:
God’s glory is bound up in the sufferings of his Eternal Son on the cross


*Hymn of Faith #9 ………………………………………………………………………………… Holy, Holy, Holy

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: Tony Marano Nursery: Alice Yoder

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Our regular midweek Bible studies are postponed because of Thanksgiving travel and preparations. They resume the following Tuesday at Evie Mann’s and Wednesday at the church.


Next week marks the beginning of Advent 2009. Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “PARABLES OF PROMISE.” Jesus says his parables are about the mysteries of the kingdom. But these familiar “riddles” – about mustard seeds and buried treasure, wheat and tares and fishing nets – also have much to teach about the kingdom’s mysterious King and the people who follow him. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.


It’s not too early to save these dates (details will follow):
Sat, December 5th at 12:00 pm – Dewey Christmas Luncheon
Sun, December 13th – Christmas Tea at the Parsonage
Sun, December 20th – Sunday School program – “Light to the Gentiles”
Thurs, December 24th – Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Sun, December 27th – 2009 Collage of Memories (Winter Chapel)


We are collecting items for the Seneca Gospel Mission … hats, mittens, toys! Last Sunday for donations is Sunday, December 6th.

Saturday, November 14, 2009

First Congregational Church November 15, 2009 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
10385 Main Street, North Collins, New York 14111

337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2009
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………………………………………………………………………… He Is Our Peace

*Call to Worship Responsive Reading #17 (pg. 750) ………………… Joyful Worship
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #18 …………………………………………… All Hail The Power*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #175 ………………………………………………………………………………… Bless His Holy Name
*Chorus #177 ………………………………………………………………………… Come And Sing Praises
*Chorus #8 ……………………………………………………………………………………… Awesome In Power

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet)……………………… 2 Samuel 18:19-33 (Pew Bible pg.501-502)
New Testament (Apostle)…………………………… Colossians 3:1-11 (Pew Bible pg. 1834)

Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Sermon …………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder

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

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings – On Communion Sundays, our 2nd offering helps support he 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: Lynda Francis Nursery: Alice Yoder

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

CALENDAR

Tuesday, November 17th

The North Collins Wesleyan Church will show “The Story of Ruth”. This recorded production is adapted from the stage performance at the “Sight & Sound Theatre” in Lancaster, PA. It comes highly recommended!

Ladies Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden. If you’re looking for more study, encouragement, and prayer in your life, consider joining the study of the gospel of Mark. They meet at 7:30 pm. See Alice for more details.

Wednesday, November 18th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible Study & Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. Join us as we begin a new study in 1 Corinthians with a new format (prepared workbooks by the author). Join us for a fresh, new season of study. It’s a great time to join us!


We hope you can join us after today’s service for a Thanksgiving-style Harvest Dinner to celebrate God’s abundant provision. Turkey will be provided, but be thinking about a “favorite” food that symbolizes to you God’s special provision of love and blessing. We’ll have opportunity to sing together, enjoy special music, and share testimonies around the tables.

The church’s financial statement for October 2009 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Friday, November 6, 2009