Saturday, April 24, 2010

First Congregational Church April 25, 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, APRIL 25, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit (Chorus #6) ……………………… As We Gather

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………… Psalm 24:1-6

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #16 ……………… Immortal, Invisible
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #10 ………………………………… Beauty For Ashes
*Chorus #29 ………………………………… Great Is The Lord
*Chorus #20 ………………………………… Commune With Me

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet)……………… 1 Kings 1:15-27 (Pew Bible pg. 518-519)
New Testament (Apostle)…………………1 Timothy 3:1-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1847)

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

Sermon Text
Sermon………………………………………………………………………… Tony Barone

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

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*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 for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Lori Clapper

ANNOUNCEMENTS
This morning we welcome Tony Barone to our pulpit. No stranger to our congregation, Mr. Barone has served for many years as chaplain for the Buffalo City Mission. Now retired, he continues to serve area churches in a variety of ways. Let’s give him our full attention a he brings a message from God’s word.

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. We will share a fellowship meal together following the service. Bring a dish to pass!

CALENDAR
Tuesday, April 27th

Ladies’ Bible Study at Evie Mann’s home in Eden at 7:30 pm. 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.

Wednesday, April 28th
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!

Thursday, April 29th
Dewey Missionary meets at the church at 10:00 am.

Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 16 in the Elders Handbook (“The Church”).

Saturday, May 15th
Church Work Day! There is a “to-do” list in the foyer. If you see something that needs to be done, add it to the list! Bring your own garden tools, cleaning supplies, etc. See you at 9:00 am!

Sunday, May 16th
Singspiration! at Angola UCC. Details to follow.

Thank you to my FCC friends for the cards, the visits, the flowers & meals, and prayers. It is reassuring to know there are others who are praying for me during this time. Love – Shirley

Sunday, April 18, 2010

First Congregational Church April 18, 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, APRIL 18, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………… Come, Let Us Worship and Bow Down
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………… Psalm 20:1-9

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #18 …………………… All Hail The Power
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #92……………………………………………………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #129 …………… It Is Good To Praise The Lord
*Chorus #99 ………………………………………………… Come Holy Spirit

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ………… 1 Kings 1:15-27 (Pew Bible pg. 518-519)
New Testament (Apostle)………………1 Timothy 2:1-15 (Pew Bible pg. 1846-47)

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

Sermon Text …………………… John 1:1-5, 1 Peter 1:22-25
Sermon…………………………………………………………… Lance Ostman
“THE WORD OF GOD IS ETERNAL”


*Hymn of Faith #416 …………………………………………………… Hiding In Thee
Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*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 for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We welcome Lance and Laura back to North Collins! The Ostmans have been involved in translation and church work as missionaries in the Philippines for many years, and it has been our privilege to have a part in that ministry almost from the beginning. Let’s give Lance our full attention as he brings us a message from God’s eternal word.

The church’s financial statement for March 2010 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

The Yoders are planning to leave after service today to visit family in New Jersey. Tony Barone, retired chaplain from the Buffalo City Mission, will be our special guest speaker next week.

CALENDAR
Formal Bible studies are suspended this week at Evie Mann’s (study of Mark’s Gospel on Tuesdays) and the church
(1 Corinthians on Wednesdays), but will resume on
April 27th and 28th.

Thursday, April 29th
Dewey Missionary meets at the church at 10:00 am.

Sunday, May 16th
Singspiration! at Angola UCC. Details to follow.


Save the date: The 62nd Annual 4-C conference will be held in Springfield, MA from July 26-29. Meetings will be held in the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center. More details to follow.


Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Pam Johengen

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Sunday, April 4, 2010

First Congregational Church EASTER April 4, 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
EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 4, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………………………………………………………………………… He Is Lord

*Call to Worship (responsive reading #45) ……………… The Risen Saviour (p. 769)

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #176 …………………………………… Christ Arose
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn #179………………………………………………………………… Christ the Lord is Risen Today
*Hymn #190 ……………………………………………………………… Rejoice, The Lord Is King

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………………… 2 Samuel 24:18-25 (Pew Bible pg. 515-516)
New Testament (Apostle) ……………………… 1 Timothy 1:1-11 (Pew Bible pg. 1845-46)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………………… John 20:1-18
Sermon………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE NEWNESS & NOWNESS OF EASTER!”
Jesus’ resurrection sets us free from the past, opens up the future, and challenges us to live as new creations – now. “He is risen indeed!”


*Hymn of Faith #180 ………………………………………………………… The Day of Resurrection

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction *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 for help. If yours isn’t working properly, don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, April 7th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26; Direct TV does not carry the program), as Derek tries to make good use of this special opportunity. “Ask the Pastor” is a live call-in program with a panel of five area Senior Pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

CALENDAR
Tuesday, April 6th

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

Wednesday, April 7th
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!

Thursday, April 8th
Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 15 in the Elders Handbook (“Caring and Comforting”).

Sunday, April 11th
Our “Coffee With Calvin” reading group meets after service for our second discussion about David Wells’ “Courage to be Protestant.” Lunch will be provided. Be prepared to discuss sections 6-7 (page 175 to the end).

Save the date: The 62nd Annual 4-C conference will be held in Springfield, MA from July 26-29. Meetings will be held in the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center. More details to follow.

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Bekah Yoder

Sunday, March 14, 2010

First Congregational Church March 14, 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, MARCH 14, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………………………………… It Is Good To Praise The Lord

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………………… Psalm 14:1-7

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #287 ……………… O God, Our Help In Ages Past
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #65………………………………………………………………………… Shepherd of My Soul
*Chorus #228 ……………………………………………………………… O Lord, Your Tenderness
*Chorus #167 ……………………………………………………………… You Are My Hiding Place

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……………………………… 2 Samuel 23:1-7 (Pew Bible pg. 512)
New Testament (Apostle)……………… 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 (Pew Bible pg. 1843)

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

Sermon Text …………………………………………………………… John 14:15-30
Sermon…………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
WORD OF CHRIST
Despite Jesus’ physical absence, he promises his continued presence – through his word by the Holy Spirit. Orphans no more, we have our New Testament!


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*Hymn of Faith #36…………………………………………… Jesus, The Very Thought of Thee

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Check out “Ask the Pastor” this Wednesday, March 17th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26), as Derek tries to make good use of this unusual opportunity. (No calls about supralapsarianism, please.)

CALENDAR

Tuesday, March 16th

Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm.
Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

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, March 17th
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!


How good it is to have Christian friends. I thank each and every one of you for your calls, your visits, your cards and your prayers while I was in the hospital. Your loving support to both Matt and me means more than words can ever say.
With love in my heart to you all – Lori Clapper
I thank my God every time I remember you – Philippians 1:3


Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Lynda Francis

Monday, March 1, 2010

First Congregational Church Bulletin & Sermon, February 28, 2010

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………………………… The Lord Is In His Holy Temple

*Call to Worship ………………………………………………………… Psalm 13:1-6
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #2 ………………… Come Thou Almighty King
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Choruses:    #11 …………………………………………………………… Beloved
        #15 ………………………………….… Break Into Songs of Joy
        #16 ……………………….………… Change My Heart, Oh God
                       
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……….…..… 2 Samuel 22:31-43 (Pew Bible pg. 510)
New Testament (Apostle) ……. 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 (Pew Bible pg. 1841)

Fellowship of Welcome
Sermon Text …………………………………………………………… John 14:15-30
Sermon ……………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE RETURN OF CHRIST
(TO THE FATHER, THAT IS)
Jesus assures his disciples that his departure marks a new degree of communion with himself-and that, by the Holy Spirit of adoption, who is the Spirit of the Risen Christ. Orphans no more!

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

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  ………………………. Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Benediction

* Stand if you are able

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 Sundays' offerings (14th, 21st, and 28th) for their rebuilding efforts.

Last week, Don Gebhardt left his home in North Collins to live with his daughter and son-in-law. You can send letters and cards in care of Manuel and Carol Grantinetti, 299 Bird Avenue, Buffalo 14213.

 Calendar of Events
Tues. March 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 p.m.

Wed. March 3rd - Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Wed. March 3rd - Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00. 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!

Our “Coffee With Calvin” reading group meets after this morning's 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).

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. We will share a fellowship meal together following the service. Bring a dish to pass!

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 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