First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin November 27, 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 School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am



Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit ………… Of the Father’s Love Begotten


*Call to Worship ……… Luke 1:46-55

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #112 … There’s A Song In the Air

*Invocation


Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

*Chorus #55 ………… O Come, O Come Emmanuel

*Chorus #81 ………… What Child Is This?


Presentation of the First Advent Banner

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …… Luke 1:26-38


Sermon …………. Derek Yoder


ISRAEL OF GOD


Matthew portrays Christ as the fulfillment of Jewish scripture and culture.   The God of Israel speaks through the Israel of God.   (We worship what we know.)

*Hymn of Faith #93………… That Beautiful Name

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology ……… Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow

*Benediction

Postlude
*Congregation invited to stand

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

This week marks the beginning of Advent 2011! Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages. This year’s theme is “ADVENT OF THE EVANGEL.” Over the next month, we’ll consider how the Christmas stories fit with the unique themes of each of the four gospels. Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

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 2012. 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.


Dewey Missionary Society invites you to participate in out 2011 Christmas Project benefiting the Seneca Gospel Mission. We are collecting toys, clothing and food items through December 4th. 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, November 30th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Bible study and prayer meeting meets at 7:00 pm. Join us as we discuss the classic Christian hymn “Be Thou My Vision”. Extra copies are on the back table, along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making God Ones.”


Saturday, December 3rd
Ladies’ Annual Christmas Luncheon at 12:30 pm in the adult Sunday school classroom. Special guest is Phyllis Lawecki with a theme of “Christmas Around the World”. Please bring a favorite Christmas dish to share and an ornament or other Christmas object from around the world. We will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Seneca Gospel Mission. See the sign-up in the foyer.

Sunday, December 11th
Christmas Tea at the Parsonage – 2:00-5:00 pm

First Congregational Church of North Collins - November 20, 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, November 20, 2011    

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

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……..................……………………… Psalm 118:19-29

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise (insert) ………………  Thanksgiving Medley

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #230…………………………………………… O Worship the King

*Chorus #217 …...……………………………………… Let It Be Said of Us

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament……………………………… 2 Kings 11:1-12 (Pew Bible pg. 589-90)

New Testament …………………………… 2 Peter 2:10-22 (Pew Bible pg. 1895-96)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………………  1 Kings 11:26-43

Sermon ……………………………………… Derek Yoder

The Lamp Is The Lamb

Solomon’s experience in Jerusalem recalls Adam’s in the garden, drawing attention to their common hope in Christ – and ours.

*Hymn of Faith #431 ……………………… He Who Safely Keepeth

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

Next week marks the beginning of Advent 2011!  Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages.  This year’s theme is “Advent of the Evangel”.  Over the next month, we’ll consider how the Christmas stories fit within the unique themes of each of the four gospels.  Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

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 2012.  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.

Calendar

Sunday, November 20^th

3DYouth Group meets tonight at the First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm.  Life lessons from Timothy followed by their traditional “Hanging of the Greens” and refreshments.

Wednesday, November 23^rd

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayer meeting is suspended because of the Thanksgiving holiday.  Join us the following week (November 30^th) as we discuss the classic Christian hymn “Be Thou My Vision”. Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

First Congregational Church of North Collins bulletin November 13, 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

Sunday, November 13, 2011

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

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……… Psalm 118:19-29

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #2 ……… Come Thou Almighty King

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #161…………… Unto Thee, O Lord

*Chorus #27 …………… Glorify Thy Name

*Chorus #53 …………… My Peace

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament……… 2 Kings 10:28-36 (Pew Bible pg. 589)

New Testament …… 2 Peter 2:1-10 (Pew Bible pg. 1894-95)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………… 1 Kings 11:14-43

Sermon …………………… Derek Yoder

Beyond All Doubt

Despite the “fragmenting” effects of sin and judgment,

 God offers the sure hope of restoration in Christ.

*Hymn of Faith #223 …………… Take Time To Be 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.

Announcements

November 27^th marks the beginning of Advent 2011.  Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with Advent candles, readings, banners, and special messages.  This year’s theme is “Advent of the Evangel”.  Over the next month, we’ll consider how the Christmas stories fit within the unique themes of each of the four gospels.  Let’s prepare our hearts together for this special season.

The church’s financial statement for October 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wednesday, November 16^th 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.

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 2012.  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.

Calendar

Wednesday, November 16^th  

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 7 in our study of Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“Be Thou My Vision”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Thursday, November 17^th

Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm at the church.  Come prepared to discuss the Vos sermon, “Rabboni!”

First Congregational Church of North Collins Bulletin November 6, 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 School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am


Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit *Call to Worship - responsive reading #2, p. 741 …… “Delight in the House of God”
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #3 … Praise the Savior, Ye Who Know Him!
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #20 …………… Commune With Me
*Chorus #129 ………… It Is Good To Praise The Lord


Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……… 2 Kings 10:18-27 (Pew Bible pg. 588-89)
New Testament ……… 2 Peter 1:12-21 (Pew Bible pg. 1894)
Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Message ……………… Kathy Dole
*Hymn of Faith #1 …………… My Faith Has Found a Resting Place

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
*Closing Hymn #328 ……… Blest Be The Tie That Binds

*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
3DYouth Group meets tonight here tonight at 6:00 p.m. Life lessons from Timothy followed by “Bible Jeopardy!” and refreshments.

Thank you to all who helped make last Sunday’s Singspiration! so successful. The many ways you showed the warmth and love of true Christian hospitality was evident to all. I was proud of your good, hard work. -- Derek

In place of our regular fellowship meal following the Communion service, plan to join us downstairs for a Harvest Dinner. Turkey will be provided, but be thinking about a “seasonal favorite” to pass—a special dish that symbolizes God’s provision of love and blessing.

Calendar
Tuesday, November 8th
Full Board Meeting at 7:00 p.m. Also, a brief, preliminary gathering of the Nominating Committee is scheduled to follow the Full Board Meeting in preparation for the Annual Meeting in February 2012. To submit names for consideration or to make any other comments regarding the nominating process, see Olive, Fred, or Derek in the coming weeks. Pray with us during this important time in our church.

Wednesday, November 9th 
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m. Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 7 in our study of Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“Be Thou My Vision”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sermon, Sunday October 30, 2011: Reformation Sunday

Worldly Wisdom
Solomon's downfall warns of the peril of thinking that God's kingdom is like every other. Jesus shows us a more excellent way.

First Congregational Church October 23, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
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
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 116:1-19

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #32 ………… I Sing The Mighty Power of God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #223 ………………………………… Most Holy One
*Chorus #107…………………………………… Fairest Lord Jesus

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……………… 2 Kings 9:30-37 (Pew Bible pg 586-87)
New Testament ………… 1 Peter 5:1-7 (Pew Bible pg 1892)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………………… 1 Kings 10:14-29
Sermon ………………………… Derek Yoder
PILGRIM’S PROGRESS
Solomon’s Jerusalem at the height of its glory is a picture of the heavenly destination awaiting all travelers who press on faithfully to the end.
*Hymn of Faith #31 ……… O Could I Speak The Matchless Worth

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

*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
In place of our regular fellowship meal following next month’s Communion service on November 6th, plan to join us downstairs for a Harvest Dinner. Turkey will be provided, but be thinking about a “seasonal favorite” to pass – a special dish that symbolizes God’s provision of love and blessing. Details to follow.

CALENDAR

Tonight! Sunday, October 23rd
3DYouth Group meets tonight at the First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm. Life lessons from Timothy followed by “Games in the Dark” and refreshments.

Wednesday, October 26th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re moving into Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“Be Thou My Vision”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”


Saturday, October 29th Join area WNY churches for the annual CCCC Fall Banquet at the Stockton Community Church at 6:00 pm. Keynote speaker will be Gerald Britton, warden of Warren County Prison. Tickets are $15. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 30th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be out 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.

First Congregational Church Bulletin October 16, 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 School 9:30 am • Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements

Choral Introit
*Call to Worship ………………… Psalm 115:1-18
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #9 ……………… Holy, Holy, Holy
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #172 ………………… Be Thou My Vision
*Chorus #135 ………………… Make Me A Servant

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament…………………… 2 Kings 9:14-29 (Pew Bible pg. 585-86)
New Testament ………………… 1 Peter 5:1-7 (Pew Bible pg. 1892)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………… 1 Kings 10:1-13
Sermon …………………………………… Derek Yoder
WISDOM FOR THE WORLD (2)
Solomon’s receiving the Queen of Sheba in his “kitchen” is a picture of the table fellowship offered by the greater Son of David—our Lord Jesus.

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

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

The church’s financial statement for September 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Wed, Oct. 19th, at 2 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.

In place of our regular fellowship meal following next month’s Communion service on Nov 6th, plan to join us downstairs for a Harvest Dinner. Turkey and stuffing will be provided, but be thinking about a “seasonal favorite” to pass—a special dish that symbolizes God’s provision of love and blessing. Details to follow.

To the Deaconesses:
I wish to express my sincere thanks to the Deaconesses for all your beautiful cards, presence at my birthday party, flowers, and numerous other gifts. The picture album involved so much time and work, and I shall treasure it because it came from my church family. Then, the shopping bag with more gifts! I shall treasure your many kindnesses. May God continue to bless each of you for your friendship and many kind deeds. As always, Evelyn L. Falk


Calendar

There will be no choir practice or Bible study this week, in order to free up people’s schedule so they can come out on Thursday.

Thurs. Oct. 20th – Join us for an evening with Roy & Ruthie! At 6:00 p.m., we’ll be sharing a soup and salad supper with the Shelpmans, followed at 7:00 by a presentation of their ministry in Haiti. Plan to join us for all or part of this special evening of fellowship. See the sign-up in the foyer.

Sat. Oct. 29th - The annual CCCC Fall Banquet is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. Join area WNY churches as we gather at the Stockton Community Church to welcome keynote speaker Gerald Britton, warden of Warren County Prison. Tickets are $15. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sun. Oct. 30th – 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 p.m. You may want to bring a dessert to share with a harvest/Thanksgiving theme. Plan now to be part of this very popular service.

First Congregational Church October 9, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………………… Psalm 114:1-8

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #646 ………… Lead On, O King Eternal
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #180 ………………………… Come, Let Us Worship
*Chorus #100…………………………… Create In Me
*Chorus #156 ………………………… The Lord Is My Light

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament…………………… 2 Kings 9:1-13 (Pew Bible pg 584-85)
New Testament ……………… 1 Peter 4:12-19 (Pew Bible pg 1891)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 10:1-13
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
WISDOM FOR THE WORLD (1)
The Queen of Sheba was drawn to Solomon’s wisdom – a picture of God’s plan and provision for the nations in the gospel of Jesus Christ

*Hymn of Faith #416 ……………… Hiding In Thee

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

*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.


CALENDAR

Tonight! Sunday, October 9th
3DYouth Group meets tonight at 6:00 pm here at FCC. Life lessons from Timothy followed by kick ball across the street and refreshments.

Tuesday, October 11th
Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm
Full Church Board Meeting at 7:00 pm

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

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re moving into Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. This week we are evaluating the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day!”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Friday, October 14th
Frank Gruppo’s funeral service will be held at Wentland’s at 8:00 pm preceded by visitation hours from 4-8:00 pm.

Saturday, October 29th
Join area WNY churches at the annual CCCC Fall Banquet as we gather at the Stockton Community Church at 6:00 pm to welcome keynote speaker Gerald Britton, warden of Warren County Prison. Tickets are $15. See sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 30th
It’s our turn to host our quarterly Singspiration! Jim Raub will be out 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.

I wish to thank the members of the First Congregational Church of North Collins for my beautiful fall bouquet and for the inspiring birthday cards. Your attendance at my birthday party was much appreciated. Please accept my sincere thanks, and may God bless each of you according to your needs. As always, Evelyn Falk

First Congregational Church October 2, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am
Family Worship Service 10:45 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………… “The House of God”
responsive reading #1, p. 741

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

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

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………… 2 Kings 8:25-29 (Pew Bible pg 584)
New Testament ……………… 1 Peter 4:1-11 (Pew Bible pg 1890-91)

Fellowship of Welcome

Children’s Message ……… Bruce Brown

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

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 …………… Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
*Hymn #607 ……… A Parting Hymn We Sing

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand


ANNOUNCEMENTS
Irene Johnson doesn’t get out as much as she would like, but she thinks of us often and welcomes visitors all the time! Let’s show her we’re thinking of her too, b dropping her a note at 4590 Southwestern Blvd, Apt AA2A, Hamburg, NY 14075. You can e-mail her at johnson.irene8@gmail.com.

Be praying about the start-up of an experimental youth group (“3DYouth”) in conjunction with the First Church of Evans. It’s a practical way to combine resources toward a common goal – discipling young people, building relationships, and constructing a Christian worldview.

It’s almost time for our fall Singspiration! Jim Raub’s family is planning to be with us again, but their schedule is uncertain, and it is not yet clear whether they can be with us October 16th or October 30th. Keep both dates in mind for now. We’ll confirm next week.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, October 5th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We’re moving into Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day!”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Sympathies go out to the family of Frank Gruppo,who died Tuesday. Funeral services are postponed, probably until October 14th or 15th, to accommodate out-of-state travelers. Details to follow.


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.

First Congregational Church September 25, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
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
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 113:1-9
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #89 … Praise The Lord, Ye Heavens, Adore Him
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #95 ……………… Be Exalted, O God
*Chorus #89………………… As The Deer
*Chorus #167……………… You Are My Hiding Place

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……………… 2 Kings 8:16-24 (Pew Bible pg 583-84)
New Testament …………… 1 Peter 3:13-22 (Pew Bible pg 1890)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………… 1 Kings 9:10-28
Sermon …………………… Derek Yoder
JARS OF CLAY
Solomon’s rule is a mixture of human failure and divine grace –
but the surpassing greatness belongs to God!

*Hymn of Faith #264 ……… Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove

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

*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
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. A fellowship meal is not planned at this time.

Irene Johnson doesn’t get out much as she would like, but she thinks of us often and welcomes visitors all the time! Let’s show her we’re thinking of her too, by dropping her a note at 4590 Southwestern Blvd, Apt AA2A, Hamburg, NY 14075. You can e-mail her at johnson.irene8@gmail.com.

This season marks the beginning of an experimental youth group (“3D Youth”) in conjunction with the First Church of Evans. It’s a practical way to combine resources toward a common goal – discipling young people, building relationships, and constructing a Christian worldview. See insert for details.

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

Bible Study and Prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re finishing up Chapter 6 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker.


September is a month of milestone birthdays. Frank Gruppo turned 95 on the 16th and Evelyn Falk turns 100 (!) on the 30th. Let’s remember these faithful friends with prayers, cards, and flowers.

First Congregational Church September 18, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
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
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship …………………… Psalm 111:1-6
*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #46 … We Praise Thee, O God, Our Redeemer
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #79 …………… We Declare Your Majesty
*Chorus #1………………… A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament……… 2 Kings 8:7-15 (Pew Bible pg 583)
New Testament …… 1 Peter 3:1-12 (Pew Bible pg 1889-90)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …… 1 Kings 9:19
Sermon ……………………………………… Derek Yoder
THE KING & I
Solomon’s failure set the stage for a king worthy to secure God’s blessings for us – Jesus Christ, our royal representative

*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 *Congregation invited to stand


ANNOUNCEMENTS
The church’s financial statements for July and August 2011 are posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

CALENDAR
Tonight!
Tonight is our final Sunday Night Out of the season. Join us at the Doles’ pond later this afternoon around 4:00 for picnic-style foods, singing, and an evening of fellowship around the fire. Hope to see you there!

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

Bible Study and Prayer at 7:00 pm. We’re in Chapter 7 in our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). It’s a great time to join us. Be meditating on the next hymn in our discussion series (“One Day”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP to Harriett Rupp by September 23.


September is a month of milestone birthdays. Frank Gruppo turn 95 on the 16th and Evelyn Falk turns 100 (!) on the 30th. Let’s remember these faithful friends with prayers, cards and flowers.


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.

First Congregational Church September 4, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2011
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am

Wait in Prayer - Worship in Reverence - Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit

*Call to Worship ……………… Psalm 107:1-9, 42-43

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

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #92 ……………………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #91………………………………… At the Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………… 2 Kings 7:1-20 (Pew Bible pg 581-82)
New Testament ……………… 1 Peter 1:25-2:12 (Pew Bible pg 1888)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………… 1 Kings 8:54-66
Sermon ……………………………………………… Derek Yoder
“LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY” (2)
Solomon’s prayer of dedication teaches that the only way
to the ark is through the altar.

*Hymn of Faith #356 ………………… He Lifted 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 ………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow

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

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Derek has been invited to provide a weekend of teaching on Christian unity. He will be traveling back to Fairview, Michigan, for the sessions, which begin Friday evening, September 9th. Tony Barone will be our guest speaker on Sunday, September 11th.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, September 7th
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We are in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). This week we’re evaluating the next in our series of hymns. Come prepared to discuss the classic “More Love to Thee”. Extra copies of the hymn are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Saturday, September 10th
We are all invited to attend an ISI Fredonia picnic hosted by Harriett Rupp at her home on Versailles Road in Perrysburg. Picnic begins at 12:00 noon. Bring a dish to pass.

Sunday, September 11th
Next week is Welcome Back Sunday! Assemble in the sanctuary at 9:30 am to being a new Sunday School year together. Children dismiss to their classes. Adults remain for our Fall Concert of Prayer. Family worship begins at 10:45 am.

Sunday, September 18th
Bring a Friend to Church Sunday! Be praying about friends and family members you might invite to this special service. This is an opportunity for us all to do the hard work of outreach, so essential to healthy church growth. Also, join us later in the day for our summer-end Sunday Night Out at the Doles’.

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP to Harriett Rupp by September 23.

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.

Sermon, Sunday August 28, 2011

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………… Behold What Manner of Love

*Call to Worship ……………… Psalm 106:1-5

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #20 ………… Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #211 ………… Jesus, Name Above All Names
*Chorus #96……………… Behold What Manner of Love
*Chorus #199…………… I Love You, Lord

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………… 2 Kings 6:18-33 (Pew Bible pg 579-81)
New Testament …… 1 Peter 1:13-25 (Pew Bible pg 1887-88)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………… 1 Kings 8:12-53
Sermon ……………………… Derek Yoder
“LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY”
Solomon’s prayer of dedication challenges believers of all ages
with a vision of a God that reorients our lives and points us home.
"Lord, Teach Us To Pray"


*Hymn of Faith #531 ………… I Know Whom I Have Believed

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

*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
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. Following the service, join us for a fellowship meal downstairs. See the sign-up in the back.

Derek has been invited to provide a weekend of teaching on Christian unity. He will be traveling back to Fairview, Michigan, for the sessions, which begin Friday evening, September 9th. Tony Barone will be our guest speaker on Sunday, September 11th.

CALENDAR
TONIGHT: Sunday, August 28th
Sunday Night Out (2) at Garry & Kathy Dole’s home on Shirley Road.

Tuesday, August 30th
Elders’ meeting at 6:30 pm at the church. Come prepared to discuss the Godawa article on “Mesopotamian Cosmic Geography.”

Wednesday, August 31st
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 7:00 pm. We are in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews (“The Supremacy of Christ”). Be meditating on the next hymn we will discuss (“More Love to Thee”). Extra copies of the hymn are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.”

Saturday, September 10th
We are all invited to attend an ISI Fredonia picnic hosted by Harriett Rupp at her home on Versailles Road in Perrysburg. Picnic begins at 12:00 noon. Bring a dish to pass.

Sunday, September 18th
Sunday Night Out (3)

Friday, September 30th
The annual ISI Fall Banquet will be held at Banchetti Banquet Facility, 550 North French Road, Amherst beginning at 6:15 pm. Jerry Gillis, Lead Pastor at The Chapel at Crosspoint is guest speaker. Cost is $20 per person. RSVP to Harriett Rupp by September 23.

Sermon, Sunday August 7, 2011

1 Kings, Chapter 8

First Congregational Church July 31, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ………………………… Praise the Savior
*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 103:1-14

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #646 …………………… Lead On, O King Eternal
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #180 …………… Come, Let us Worship and Bow Down
*Chorus #156……………… The Lord Is My Light
*Chorus #100……………… Create In Me A Clean Heart

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………………… 2 Kings 4:38-44 (Pew Bible pg 576)
New Testament ……………………… James 4:13-17 (Pew Bible pg 1884)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text………………… 1 Kings 8:1-21
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
HEAVEN ON EARTH (3)
THE FILLING OF SOLOMON’S TEMPLE WITH GOD’S
FIERY PRESENCE FORESHADOWS PENTECOST AND THE CHURCH’S
IDENTITY AS THE NEW TEMPLE OF GOD.

*Hymn of Faith #297 …………………… Open My Eyes

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

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand


ANNOUNCEMENTS

After service next week (Aug 7th) the Yoders plan to head to Michigan for two weeks of vacation. Guest preachers are being finalized for Aug 14th and 21st. Derek will be back in the study on Tuesday, Aug 24th.

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. A fellowship meal is not planned for next week.

Upcoming Dates to Remember!
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)

CALENDAR

Wednesday, August 3rd
Choir practice at the church at 6:00 p.m.

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will discuss (“More Love to Thee”). Extra copies of the hymn are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.” It’s a great time to join us.


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

First Congregational Church July 24, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………………… Praise the Savior

*Call to Worship ………………… Psalm 100:1-5

*Chorus of Adoration & Praise #205 …………………… Immortal, Invisible
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #56 …………………… O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing
*Chorus #107…………………… Fairest Lord Jesus
Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………… 2 Kings 4:18-37
New Testament …………………James 3:1-12

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon ……………………………… Bill Call

*Chorus of Faith #75 ………… To God Be The Glory

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

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand



ANNOUNCEMENTS
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)


We are pleased to welcome the Calls to North Collins! Bill and Peggy have served as missionaries to the Muslim world for many years, and their association with this church goes back nearly 50 years. Let’s give Bill our full attention as he brings a message from God’s word.

Derek and Alice are planning to travel to Cleveland on Monday for part of the CCCC Family Conference. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” In the event of a pastoral emergency, contact Matt Clapper (337-3298) or Bruce Temple (549-3715). Derek will be back in the study on Wednesday.

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

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re finishing up Chapter 5 and moving into Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will be discussing (“More Love to Thee”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.” It’s a great time to join us.

Thursday, July 28th
There will be a brief Elders’ meeting at the church at 7:00 pm.

FCC Sunday Sermon, July 17, 2011

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………………… We Will Glorify

*Call to Worship ……………………… Psalm 99:1-9

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #32 ………………… I Sing the Mighty Power of God
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #129 ……………… It Is Good to Praise the Lord
*Chorus #99…………………… Come, Holy Spirit
*Chorus #135………………… Make Me A Servant

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament………………………… 2 Kings 4:8-17 (Pew Bible pg. 574-575)
New Testament ………………………… James 3:13-18 (Pew Bible pg. 1883-84)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……… 1 Kings 7:1-51
Sermon ………………………………………… Derek Yoder
Heaven On Earth (2)

*Hymn of Faith #416 ……………………… Hiding In Thee

Prayer Requests and Testimonies
Pastoral Prayer
Tithes and Offerings
Offertory
*Doxology ………………… Praise God from Whom All Blessing Flow
*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand


ANNOUNCEMENTS
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)


If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!

The church’s financial statement for June 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

CALENDAR

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

Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re in Chapter 6 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will be discussing (“Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.” It’s a great time to join us.

Thursday, July 21st Dewey Missionary Society meets at 10:00 am at the church. Bob and Colleen Ludeking (InterFACE) will be our special guests. Join us as the Ludekings present an update on their ministry among international students, followed by a BYO lunch. Hope to see you there!

Next Sunday, July 24th
We meet at the Hill’s pond for our 9:30 am worship service followed by our annual church picnic. See the insert for details.


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.

First Congregational Church July 10, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, JULY 10, 2011
Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit ……………… We Will Glorify

*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 98:1-9

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

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #92 ……………………… Awesome God
*Chorus #91………………………… At the Cross

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………… 2 Kings 4:1-7 (Pew Bible pg. 574)
New Testament ……………… James 3:1-12 (Pew Bible pg. 1883)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 6:1-38
Sermon ……………………………… Derek Yoder
HEAVEN ON EARTH (1)
Solomon’s temple-garden is an example of divine grace,
revealed in the gospel of the Last Adman, our Lord Jesus

*Hymn of Faith #356 …………… He Lifted Me

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

*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
Upcoming Dates to Remember!
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)


If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!


CALENDAR
Tuesday, July 12th
Elder’s meeting at 6:00 pm. Save the Brian Godawa article on “Mesopotamian Cosmic Geography” for next time.

Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

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

Join us for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 p.m. We’re finishing up Chapter 5 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Be meditating on the next hymn we will be discussing (“Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart”). Extra copies are on the back table along with T. David Gordon’s “Hymns: Criteria for Making Good Ones.” It’s a great time to join us.

First Congregational Church June 26, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Summer Family Worship Service 9:30 am
Wait in Prayer - Worship in Reverence - Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………… Christ, We Do All Adore Thee

*Call to Worship ………… Psalm 96:1-6

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #23 ………… Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #189……………………… Great Is Thy Faithfulness
*Chorus #113……………………… He Is Exalted
*Chorus #32 ……………………… He Is Our Peace

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ………………… 2 Kings 3:1-20 (Pew Bible pg. 572-573)
New Testament ……………… James 2:1-13 (Pew Bible pg. 1881-82)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 5:1-18
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
“THE BATTLE IS THE LORD’S!”
Solomon’s temple is a monument to the LORD’s triumph over his enemies—a hint of Christ’s victory on the cross and his Spirit-presence in us, trophies of his grace.

*Hymn of Faith #378 ………… Now I Belong to Jesus

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

*Benediction *Congregation invited to stand


ANNOUNCEMENTS
Summer schedule is right around the corner! (Don’t forget—Be thinking about creative ways you can “cultivate the image of God” in your life over the summer.) Here are some calendar dates to keep in mind:
July 10th - Bring a Friend to Church
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out (2)
September 18th – Sunday Night Out (3)

If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!

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.

CALENDAR
Sunday, June 26th
Sunday Night Out at Garry and Kathy Dole’s home. Come anytime after 4:00. Hot dogs will be served at 5:00.

Wednesday, June 29th
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 5 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.”

Thursday, June 30th
Elders’ meeting at the church at 6:30 p.m. Come prepared to discuss the de Haan article “Can We Pray a Hedge?”

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.

First Congregational Church June 19, 2011 Bulletin

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF NORTH COLLINS
Conservative Congregational Christian Conference
337-9811 Church Office / 337-4303 Parsonage
Pastor / Teacher Derek S. Yoder
http://fccnc.blogspot.com
SUNDAY, JUNE 19, 2011
Sunday School 9:30 am ▪ Family Worship Service 10:45 am

Wait in Prayer Worship in Reverence Depart to Serve

Prelude
Welcome and Announcements
Choral Introit …………………… Rejoice in the Lord

*Call to Worship ……………… Psalm 93:1-5

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

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs
Choral Anthem
*Chorus #56 …………… O For A Thousand Tongues To Sing
*Chorus #63 …………… Rock Of My Salvation
*Chorus #8 ……………… Awesome in Power

Scripture Lessons
Old Testament ……………… 2 Kings 2:19-24 (Pew Bible pg. 572)
New Testament ……………… James1:19-27 (Pew Bible pg. 1881)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………… 1 Kings 5:1-18
Sermon …………………………… Derek Yoder
IHOP
Hiram’s partnership with Solomon is a glimpse of God’s heart for the nations: His temple shall be an international house of prayer.

*Hymn of Faith #72 ……………… Fairest Lord Jesus

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

*Benediction
*Congregation invited to stand


ANNOUNCEMENTS
I want to thank all those who helped make last week’s Centennial Service a success. Your hard work, your prayers and support, an dour attendance was a positive testimony for the gospel and our local church. I was proud of you all. - Derek

The church’s financial statement for May 2011 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Summer schedule is right around the corner! (Don’t forget—Be thinking about creative ways you can “cultivate the image of God” in your life over the summer.) Here are some calendar dates to keep in mind:
June 26th – First Sunday of summer schedule. Family worship begins at 9:30 am. Sunday Night Out at the Doles’s pond on Shirley Road.
July 10th - Bring a Friend to Church
July 24th – Church picnic at the Hills’ on Langford Road (Bill Call)
August 28th – Sunday Night Out
September 18th – Sunday Night Out

If you haven’t made summer vacation plans yet, you may want to consider Cleveland, host to the 63rd Annual CCCC Family Conference, July 25-28. This year’s theme is “Christ-Like Community.” Check out the back table for more information on seminars, accommodations, and registration. See you in Cleveland!

Missions Alert! 2nd quarter is coming to a close at the end of the month and our mission expense obligation is about $800 short at this point.

CALENDAR
Wednesday, June 22nd
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 5 of our study in Hebrews called “The Supremacy of Christ.” Join us next week as we try to apply T. David’s criteria for evaluating Christian hymns to the classic “Jesus Shall Reign”.


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.