First Congregational Church, No. Collins, NY

Sunday, February 27, 2011

First Congregational Church February 27, 2011 Bulletin

Monday, February 21, 2011

First Congregational Church February 20, 2011 Bulletin

Saturday, February 12, 2011

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Friday, February 4, 2011

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Saturday, January 29, 2011

First Congregational Church January 30, 2011 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 30, 2011
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………… Into the Holy of Holies
*Call to Worship ………………………… Psalm 68:1-4
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #48………… Join All the Glorious Names
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #56 …………… O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing
*Chorus #52 …………… Micah 6:8
*Chorus #53 …………… My Peace

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………… 1 Kings 15:33-16:7 (Pew Bible pg. 553)
New Testament………………Hebrews 6:4-12 (Pew Bible pg. 1867-68)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………… Acts 20:17-38
Sermon………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE WHOLE COUNSEL OF GOD
The Bible is ultimately about God. Reading scripture at “Level 3” reminds us who’s the real hero of all Bible stories (God) and how we can live for him.

*Hymn of Faith #576 ………… Saviour, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ……………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Rebekah Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2011. 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 you annual report by month’s end to make it in the packets for the Annual Meeting.

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
Wednesday, February 2nd
Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 2 of our study of Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

A CALL IS ISSUED TO THE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS TO ATTEND OUR ANNUAL MEETING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2011 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 FRED BOTKO AND LORI CLAPPER.

Friday, January 21, 2011

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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 School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ………………………… Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence
*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 66:1-7

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #52 ……………………… To God Be the Glory
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #21 ……………………………… Crown Him With Many Crowns
*Chorus #12 ……………………………… Blessed Be The Lord God Almighty

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………………………… 1 Kings 15:9-24 (Pew Bible pg. 551-52)
New Testament (Apostle) ……………………… Hebrews 5:1-10 (Pew Bible pg. 1866-67)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………… John 21:15-25
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
RESTORED TO SERVE (1)
Jesus restores Peter and lays out the secret of Christian service: A love for Jesus overflows in love for others.

*Hymn of Faith #646 ………………………… Lead On, O King Eternal

Receiving Bruce and Laura Temple into membership
*Hymn #328 ………………………… Blest Be the Tie That Binds

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2011. 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.

The church’s financial statements for November and December 2010 are posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, January 19th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV 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

Wednesday, January 19th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for Bible Study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 2 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ”.

Saturday, January 22nd
Nominating Committee meets at 10:00 am.

Monday, January 10, 2011

First Congregational Church January 9, 2011

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 9, 2011
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………………… Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence
*Call to Worship … “The All-Knowing God” responsive reading #25 (p. 756)

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #68 ………………… Praise Him! Praise Him!
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #29 ……………………… Great Is The Lord
*Chorus #10 ……………………… Beauty For Ashes
*Chorus #11 ……………………… Beloved

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet)……………………………………… 1 Kings 15:1-8 (Pew Bible pg. 551)
New Testament (Apostle) …………………………… Hebrews 4:12-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1866)

Fellowship of Welcome

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

*Hymn of Faith #407 ……………..……………………… All the Way My Saviour Leads Me

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

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn of Thanksgiving #600 ……… Amidst Us Our Beloved Stands

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2011. 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.

Bruce and Laura Temple have indicated their desire to join our fellowship as formal members. They have met all membership requirements (including letter of recommendation, class for prospective members, and interview with elders), and the elders are pleased to recommend that we proceed with this event next week. If there are questions or concerns, please see Derek or an Elder.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, January 11th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 20 in the Elders Handbook (“Savage Wolves”).
Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

Wednesday, January 12th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. We are beginning Hebrews 2 in our study “The Supremacy of Christ”.

Friday, December 17, 2010

First Congregational Church December 19, 2010

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 19, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………………………… Of the Father’s Love
*Call to Worship ………………………… Isaiah 6:1-7

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #104 …………………………… Joy to The World
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Carols of Worship Medley (see insert)
*Hymn #105 ……………………… O Come, All Ye Faithful

Presentation of the Fourth Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome

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

Sunday School Christmas Program ………………… “The Perfect King”

*Benediction

*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis

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
During Advent, our worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING”. We’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Join us as we begin a new Sunday School mini-series called “RIGHTLY UNITING THE WORD OF TRUTH”. It’s a several-week long overview of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology intended to help us put the pieces of the Bible together and develop a framework for understanding its message.

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it meets to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2011. The 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.

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

The Yoders plan to travel on Saturday to Michigan for a Christmas family weekend. Be praying for safety on the road. Pray, too, for Rasheed Akhtar (International Students), who will being the morning message on December 26th.

CALENDAR

Our midweek Bible study is postponed because of Christmas travel and preparations. We get back into Hebrews on January 5th.

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

Sunday, December 26th
Guest speaker, Rasheed Akhtar with ISI

Sunday, January 2nd
Communion and 2010 Collage of Memories in the Winter Chapel.

At First Congregational Church, we’re celebrating almost 200 years of Congregational life and faith. A lot has happened since our church was founded in 1817, but some things never change.

We remain committed to our vision to glorify God through Christ-centered worship, vigorous Bible teaching, the care and edification of God’s people, outreach to our neighbors, and the proclamation of the gospel to other cultures around the world.

Our church covenant concludes with these words –

“We agree to seek with the help of the Holy Spirit the unity, purity and glory of the church in doctrine and life, to the praise of our covenant-keeping God.”

We think that’s a vision worth celebrating.

Friday, December 10, 2010

First Congregational Church December 12, 2010

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 12, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ………………………… Of the Father’s Love
*Call to Worship …………………… Isaiah 52:7-10

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #122 ……………………… Who Is He In Yonder Stall?
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn #118 ……………… What Child Is This?
*Hymn #106 ……………… Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
*Hymn #105 ……………… O Come, All Ye Faithful

Presentation of the Third Advent Banner

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

Sermon Text …………………… Luke 1:46-55
Sermon ……………………………… Derek Yoder
ANOINTED
God has stretched out his holy arm in human history. His tender mercy, his fierce wrath, and his salvation have been revealed through our Lord Jesus, the Messianic King

*Hymn of Faith #109 ……………… It Came Upon A Midnight Clear

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
During Advent, our worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING”. We’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Join us as we begin a new Sunday School mini-series called “RIGHTLY UNITING THE WORD OF TRUTH”. It’s a several-week long overview of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology intended to help us put the pieces of the Bible together and develop a framework for understanding its message.

CALENDAR

Sunday, December 12th
Christmas Tea at the Parsonage from 2-5 pm. We hope you can join us at the parsonage for our Christmas Tea. It’s a time for our family to express the love and appreciation we feel to all of you who mean so much to us. Feel free to stop by for favorite holiday foods with good friends. We look forward to sharing this special time with you.

Tuesday, December 14th
Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm
Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

Wednesday, December 15th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. Consider joining us as we begin a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Sunday, December 19th
Sunday School Christmas Program – “The Perfect King”

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

Friday, December 3, 2010

First Congregational Church December 5, 2010

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 5, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ……………… Of the Father’s Love
*Call to Worship ………… Isaiah 55:6-13

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #113 ………… God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Hymn #102 ………………………… O Come, O Come Emmanuel
*Hymn #114 ………………………… The First Noel
*Hymn #105 ………………………… O Come, All Ye Faithful

Presentation of the Second Advent Banner

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

Sermon Text ……………………………… Isaiah 7:1-16
Sermon …………………………………… Derek Yoder
RABBONI
Jesus is the prophet long foretold, like Moses – only better. He has descended from heaven itself. His life-giving words “explain” the Father. Listen to him!

*Hymn of Faith #117 ………………… O Little Town of Bethlehem

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
During Advent, our worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING”. We’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Join us as begin a new Sunday School mini-series called “RIGHTLY UNITING THE WORD OF TRUTH”. It’s a several-week long overview of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology intended to help us put the pieces of the Bible together and develop a framework for understanding its message.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, December 8th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. Consider joining us as we begin a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Sunday, December 12th
Christmas Tea at the Parsonage

Sunday, December 19th
Sunday School Christmas Program – “The Perfect King”

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.

Saturday, November 27, 2010

First Congregational Church November 28, 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 School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………………………………………………………… God Is One, Our Triune God

*Call to Worship …………………………………………………………… Isaiah 43:1-7
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #109 ………… Angels From the Realms of Glory
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #7 …………………… Away In A Manger
*Chorus #87 ………………… Angels We Have Heard on High
*Chorus #55 ……………… 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 ……………………………………………… Isaiah 7:1-16
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
IMMANUEL: GOD WITH US Jesus’ “humanity” fulfills God’s promise of his own divine presence, his commitment to us, and our redemption.

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

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology …………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

*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.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
This morning marks the beginning of Advent 2010. Our worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING.” Over the Christmas season, we’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys - the children (a lot of teens this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets, remember: no fresh foods. Only boxed and canned items, such as fruits & vegetables, soups, cereals and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

CALENDAR

Wednesday, December 1st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. Consider joining us as we begin a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Saturday, December 4th
Ladies’ Christmas Luncheon at 12 noon in the adult Sunday school classroom. Bring a favorite Christmas dish to share as well as a contribution (canned goods, please) for the Seneca Gospel Mission. See the sign-up in the foyer.

Sunday December 5th
Join us as we begin a new Sunday school mini-series called “RIGHTLY UNITING THE WORD OF TRUTH.” It’s a several-week-long overview of Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology intended to help us put the pieces of the Bible together and develop a framework for understanding its message.

Sunday December 12th
Christmas Tea at the Parsonage

Sunday December 19th
Sunday School Program (“The Perfect King”)

Monday, November 22, 2010

First Congregational Church November 21, 2010

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 21, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit …………………… Behold, Bless Ye the Lord
*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 62:1-12

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #77……………… The God of Abraham Praise
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #113 ……………… He Is Exalted
*Chorus #92 ………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #44 ………………… I’m Forever Grateful

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ………… 1 Kings 13:26-34 (Pew Bible pg. 548-49)
New Testament (Apostle) ………… Hebrews 3:1-6 (Pew Bible pg. 1864-65)

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

Sermon Text ………………………… John 21:1-14
Sermon …………………………………… Derek Yoder
FROM LAST SUPPER TO FIRST BREAKFAST Jesus equips his disciples for their mission with a breakfast like no other – proof of his resurrection and the promise of divine provision.

*Hymn of Faith #78 …………………Thanks to God for My Redeemer

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper Nursery: Pam Johengen

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Next week marks the beginning of Advent 2010. Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “NOW IN FLESH APPEARING”. Over the next month, we’ll consider the mystery of the incarnation and see how Jesus’ humanity is essential to our understanding of God, his word, and our salvation. Let’s prepare our heats together for this special season.

Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys – the children (a lot of teenagers this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets – remember: no fresh foods, only boxed and canned items, such as fruit and vegetables, soups, cereals, and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

CALENDAR

Saturday, November 27th
Christmas Program read-through! Sunday School students and anyone who likes to sing are invited to the Doles home on Shirley Road. Pizza at 5 pm, read-through at 6 pm!

Wednesday, December 1st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

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.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

First Congregational Church November 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 School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………… Hear Our Prayer
*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 61:1-8
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #7 …………… Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #119 …………… How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place
*Chorus #199 …………… I Love You, Lord
*Chorus #61 …………… Purify My Heart

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet)………… 1 Kings 13:11-25 (Pew Bible pg.547-548)
New Testament (Apostle)………… Hebrews 2:10-18 (Pew Bible pg. 1864)

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

Sermon Text ……………………………………… John 20:19-31
Sermon …………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
WONDERFUL WORDS OF LIFE (II) The Jesus of the gospels is the Christ of faith. The ministry of the word reveals him as he truly is – and life in his name.

*Hymn of Faith #244…………………… Holy Spirit, Faithful Guide

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lori Clapper 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
Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys - the children (a lot of teens this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets, remember: no fresh foods. Only boxed and canned items, such as fruits & vegetables, soups, cereals and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, November 17th at 2:00 pm (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV 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, November 16th
Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 19 in the Elders Handbook (“The Great Commission).

Wednesday, November 17th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. Join us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Thursday, November 18th
Dewey Missionary Society meets at the church at 10:00 am.

We hope you can join us after today’s service for a Thanksgiving-style Harvest Dinner to celebrate God’s abundant provision.

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

Friday, November 5, 2010

First Congregational Church of North Collins - November 7, 2010

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 7, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ………… “Thirsting for God” responsive reading #24

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #90 …………… Come, Christians, Join To Sing
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #129 ……………………… It Is Good
*Chorus #91 ………………………… At The Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) …………… 1 Kings 13:1-10 (Pew Bible pg. 547)
New Testament (Apostle) …………… Hebrews 2:1-9 (Pew Bible pg. 1863-64)

Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Sermon ………………………… Bruce Brown

*Hymn of Faith #134 …………………… Alas, and Did My Saviour Bleed

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

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen

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
SAVE THE DATE! Plans are underway for our 8th Leadership Forum.
T. David Gordon will join us over the weekend of May 20-22, 2011 for seminar sessions, stimulating conversations, and enriching teaching times. Plan now to take advantage of this special offering.

Dewey Missionary Society will once again put up a Christmas tree for the Seneca Gospel Mission. We will be collecting toys and food items through December 5th. For those contributing Christmas toys – the children (a lot of teenagers this year) like games, hand-held games, and sports balls (basketballs, footballs, and so forth). For those contributing food for the Christmas baskets – remember: no fresh foods, only boxed and canned items, such as fruit and vegetables, soups, cereals, and desserts (cake mixes with frosting).

CALENDAR
Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing & fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest / Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very special service.

Tuesday, November 9th
Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm.
Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

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

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews. Over the next number of months, we’ll be looking at the supremacy of Christ in all things, the book’s principal theme.

Sunday, November 14th
Harvest Dinner following the morning service. See insert for details.

Monday, November 1, 2010

First Congregational Church of North Collins - October 31, 2010

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, OCTOBER 31, 2010
Sunday School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

*Call to Worship ……………………………… Psalm 57:1-11

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #33 … A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #32………………………………………………… He Is Our Peace
*Chorus #92………………………………………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #117……………………………………………… Hide Me In Your Holiness

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament (Prophet) ……… 1 Kings 12:25-33 (Pew Bible pg. 546-47)
New Testament (Apostle) ……… Hebrews 1:1-14 (Pew Bible pg. 1862-63)

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

Sermon Text ……………………………………… John 20:19-31
Sermon …………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
Wonderful Words of Life The risen Christ sends out disciples with divine peace and authority, springing from his own life-giving Spirit.

*Hymn of Faith #701 ……………… Saviour, Again to Thy Dear Name

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Tami Marano

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
SAVE THE DATE! Plans are underway for our 8th Leadership Forum.
T. David Gordon will join us over the weekend of May 20-22, 2011 for seminar sessions, stimulating conversations, and enriching teaching times. Plan now to take advantage of this special offering.

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. In place of our regular Communion fellowship meal, plan to join us for a Harvest Dinner the following week (Nov 14th) . See insert for details.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, November 3rd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at 7:00 p.m. We’re finishing up our study of 1 Corinthians. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews.

Saturday, November 6th
Join us for a quick indoor/outdoor work day at 9 am to spruce things up as we get ready for our fall activities. Gutters & leaves outside … inside pew books / info sheets / pencils, window sills, kitchen cleaning, wipe down tables / counters / walls. Let’s get spiffy for Singspiration! and Harvest Dinner.

Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Fluvanna Church at 6:00 pm for the annual CCCC Fall Banquet to welcome Conference Minister and banquet speaker Steve Gammon. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing & fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest / Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very special service.

Luke Andrew Mason was born to parents Sara & Joel Mason Tuesday, October 26 at 6:21 pm weighing in at 9 lb, 3 oz and 22” long. Thank you, Lord, for a safe delivery and healthy recovery.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

First Congregational Church October 24, 2010 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
October 24, 2010
Enter to Worship ... Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 am ... WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………… Psalm 56:1-13
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #13 …… Crown Him With Many Crowns
* Invocation
Choral Anthem

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #223 ………………………………………………………… Most Holy One
*Chorus #228 ………………………………………………………… O Lord, Your Tenderness

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet)………… 1 Kings 12:18-24 (pg. 546)
New Testament Reading (Apostle)………… Philemon 1:8-25 (pg. 1860-61)

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

Sermon Text ……………………………………… John 20:1-18
Sermon ………………………………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE LOST & FOUND SAVIOR” (2) Jesus’ resurrection opens up the way to lasting communion with God in the holy place. We’ll never lose him again!

*Hymn of Faith #526 …………………………… Jesus Never Fails

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation is invited to stand

Trustee: Tony Marano Nursery: Alice Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS
The annual CCCC Fall Banquet is scheduled for Sat, Nov. 6th at 6:00 pm. Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Fluvanna Church to welcome Conference Minister and banquet speaker Steve Gammon. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

SAVE THE DATE! Plans are already underway for our 8th Leadership Forum. T. David Gordon will join us over the weekend of May 20-22, 2011, for seminar sessions, stimulating conversations, and enriching teaching times. More details will follow, but plan now to take advantage of this special offering.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, October 27th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re finishing up our study of 1 Corinthians. Consider joining us as we gear up for a new study in the book of Hebrews.

Thursday, October 28th
Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to discuss Chapter 18 (“Eldership in Perspective”) in the Elders Handbook.

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing, and fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

First Congregational Church October 17, 2010 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 October 17, 2010 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 am WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship …………………………………………………… Psalm 55:16-23
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #287 …………… O God, Our Help In Ages Past
* Invocation
Choral Anthem

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #91 ……………………… At The Cross
*Chorus #217 …………………… Let It Be Said Of Us

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet) ……………… 1 Kings 12:1-17 (pg. 545-46)
New Testament Reading (Apostle) ……………… Philemon 1:1-7 (pg. 1860)

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

Sermon Text ……… John 20:1-18
Sermon ………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE LOST & FOUND SAVIOR” Easter is the story of new beginnings and new relationships

*Hymn of Faith #414 …………………… Trust and Obey

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology A (inside front cover)
…………… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation is invited to stand

Trustee: Lynda Francis Nursery: Bekah Yoder

ANNOUNCEMENTS
To Pastor Yoder & Congregation:
Thank you for your very generous donation to the Town of North Collins Public Library. I appreciate all of the planning and work that went into holding the pig roast – and it was a great success! You should be very proud of yourselves for hosting such a wonderful community event. The Town of North Collins is lucky to have such a community-minded congregation in their town. Your donation will help us to provide programs, materials and service to this community. – Mary L. Muscarella, Library Manager

The annual CCCC Fall Banquet is scheduled for Sat, Nov. 6th at 6:00 pm. Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Fluvanna Church to welcome Conference Minister and banquet speaker Steve Gammon. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wed, Oct. 20th, at 2:00 pm. (TCT Network and Dish Network channel 26, DirecTV does not carry the local 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.

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

CALENDAR
Wednesday, October 20th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us for prayer and Bible Study at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re finishing up our study of 1 Corinthians. Consider joining us as we give thought to our next study.

Thursday, October 21st
Dewey Missionary Society meets here at church.

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist as we welcome friends from participating churches for an evening of worship, singing, and fellowship beginning at 6:30 pm. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

Condolences go out to the Dawn Green family. Her mother, Anita Heinrich, died on October 6th. Her memorial service was held at Wentland’s on Friday.

Saturday, October 9, 2010

First Congregational Church October 10, 2010 Bulletin

Friday, October 1, 2010

First Congregational Church of North Collins - October 3, 2010

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 October 3, 2010 Depart to Serve
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 am WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship (responsive reading #23, p. 755)…… “The Path of Obedience”
Hymn of Adoration & Praise #89 …………… Praise the Lord
* Invocation
Choral Anthem

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
*Chorus #82 ……………………………………… White As Snow
*Chorus #91 ……………………………………… At The Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament Reading (Prophet)……… 1 Kings 11:14-25 (pg. 543)
New Testament Reading (Apostle) ……… Titus 2:1-15 (pg. 1858-59)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………… John 19:31-37
Sermon ……………………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“BEHOLD THE LAMB!” The condition of Jesus’ body points to his ministry as the Passover Lamb – who perished for the forgiveness of sins, protection from the wrath to come, and to open up the way to the Land of Promise

*Hymn of Faith #795 …………………… Pass Me Not

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 #606 ………………… According To Thy Gracious Word

*Benediction
Postlude *Congregation is invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

Join us for prayer and Bible study at the church at 7:00 pm. We’re making our way through Paul’s teaching on the resurrection (1 Corinthians 15). It’s a great time to join us!

Tuesday, October 12th
Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm

Sunday, November 7th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be our special guest accompanist. More details to follow.

Thanks to all who worked so hard to make our 3rd Parish Pig roast a success. It was a chilly day but a good opportunity to come alongside our community in a visible way and be a winsome, positive witness for Christ and the church. Mary Muscarella, our North Collins librarian, was very appreciative.

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices. Pick up one in the back or see an usher.

Trustee: Fred Botko Nursery: Pam Johengen

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