First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, August 25, 2013

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, August 25, 2013

Summer Family Worship 9:30 am   

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

*Call to Worship  ……………………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 107:1-9

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #580 ………………………………………  Lead On, O King Eternal

*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #180 ………………………………………………………………………………  Come Let Us Worship

*Chorus #156 ……………………………………………………………………………  The LORD Is My Light

*Chorus #100 …………………………………………………………………………………………  Create In Me

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ………………………………………  2 Chronicles 20:20-37 (Pew Bible p. 701-703)

New Testament  ……………………………………… Matthew 13:18-35 (Pew Bible p. 1517-1518)

Memory Verse ……………………………………………………………………………………  Proverbs 3:5-6

Fellowship of Welcome

Message

Sermon Text

Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………  Tom Dalbo

*Hymn of Faith #655 …………………………………………  O Safe to the Rock That Is Higher Than I

Prayer Requests & Testimonials

Pastoral Prayer

Collection of Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology  

*Benediction

Postlude                                                                                       *Congregation invited to stand

This morning we welcome Tom Dalbo to North Collins!

He is the lately retired pastor of Winchester Community Church

in West Seneca, where he served for 47 years.

Active in the arts, active in their community, active in ministry, he and his wife Janice bring a wealth of experience to us this morning.

Let’s give Pastor Dalbo our full attention as he

brings a message from God’s word.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The North Collins Junior-Senior High School will be participating in the 1^st Annual “Eagle Energy Day”, a community-service project in which faculty, staff, and students work together to make a difference in our community.  The school supplies free labor, but interested community residents provide the “jobs” and materials (e.g. paint, shovel, lawn mower, hammer and nails, etc.).  See applications in foyer for details.

The Yoders are away in Michigan for their annual family vacation and plan on traveling back to North Collins today or tomorrow.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, August 28^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm. 

Friday, August 30^th

Check out “Ask the Pastor” 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 pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

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 of North Collins, Sunday, August 4, 2013

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, August 4, 2013

Summer Family Worship 9:30 am   

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Choral Introit                                                                      

*Call to Worship  …………………………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 102:1-28

*Chorus of Adoration & Praise #311 ………………………………………  Hail to the Lord’s Anointed

*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn of the Month #507 ……………......…………………………  Approach, My Soul, the Mercy Seat

*Hymn #297 ……………………………………………………………………  All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name!

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………………………..………………  2 Chronicles 18:14-34 (Pew Bible p. 698-699)

New Testament  ……………………………………………………… Matthew 12:22-37 (Pew Bible p. 1515)

Memory Verse ……………………………………………………………………………………………………  Nahum 1:7

Fellowship of Welcome

Message

Sermon Text …………………………………………………………………………………  Philippians 2:5-11 & 12-13

Sermon …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………… Bill Call

How Jesus Humbled Himself Twice

And, How God Makes Us Will and Work For His Good Pleasure

*Hymn #334 …………………………………………………………………………  Breathe on Me, Breath of God

Prayer Requests & Testimonials

Pastoral Prayer

Collection of Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology  

*Benediction

Postlude                                                                                       *Congregation invited to stand

Get the most out of the service by asking about our special listening devices.

 Pick up one in the back or see an usher for help.  If yours isn’t working properly,

don’t be bashful about raising your hand to ask for assistance.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We are pleased to welcome the Calls back 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.

The North Collins Junior-Senior High School will be participating in the 1^st Annual “Eagle Energy Day”, a community-service project in which faculty, staff, and students work together to make a difference in our community.  The school supplies free labor, but interested community residents provide the “jobs” and materials (e.g. paint, shovel, lawn mower, hammer and nails, etc.).  See applications in foyer for details.

The 3DYouth Group heads out to Harrisburg for the 2013 Missions Trip LATER THIS MORNING!  Be praying for our team as it seeks to serve, learn, and grow in Christian discipleship.  They will be returning on Friday, August 9^th.

Sarah Holcomb turns 90 on Tuesday!  Let’s remember her on this special day with prayers, cards, and flowers.

The Yoders will be traveling to Michigan for their annual family vacation after service on August 11^th.  Tom Dalbo, retired pastor of Winchester Community Church in West Seneca, will be our guest speaker for August 18^th and 25^th.

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 following the service is NOT planned for next week.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, August 6^th 

Elders’ Meeting at 6:00 pm.  Come prepared to discuss Chapters 23-24 in Piper (“Copper” and “Calamity”).

Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

Wednesday, August 7^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm.  We’re studying the Old Testament prophets – their ministries, their message, and their madness!  We’re surveying the book of Amos.  It’s a great time to join us!

Thursday, August 8^th

Sit’n’Sew here at church beginning at 10:00 am.

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, July 21, 2013

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, July 21, 2013

Summer Family Worship 9:30 am   

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Choral Introit                                                                      

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

*Chorus of Adoration & Praise #164 …………………  Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee

*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #96 ……………………………………………………  Behold, What Manner of Love

*Chorus #26 ……………………………………………………………………  Father, I Adore You

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ………………………………  2 Chronicles 17:1-19 (Pew Bible p. 696-697)

New Testament  …………………………… Matthew 11:20-30 (Pew Bible p. 1513-1514)

Memory Verse ……………………………………………………………………  Philippians 3:10-12

Fellowship of Welcome

Message

Sermon Text ………………………………………………………………  1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………….………… Derek Yoder

The Patience of God ²

Paul’s strong language about judgment reflects the strong language throughout the 

New Testament.  True disciples take it to heart and repent

– before God’s patience runs out.

*Chorus

Prayer Requests & Testimonials

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes & Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology  

*Benediction

Postlude                                                                                       *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

3DYouth Group heads out to Harrisburg for the 2013 Missions Trip on Sunday, August 4^th.  The vans will be leaving from here at 12:00 noon.  Be praying for our team as it seeks to serve, learn, and grow in Christian discipleship.  They will be returning on Friday, August 9^th.

Check out “Ask the Pastor” on Friday, July 26^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 pastors answering viewer questions about life and the Bible from the Bible.

As we move into a season of family travel and light attendance, be praying for the church’s continued financial stability during these challenging months.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, July 24^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm.  We’re studying the Old Testament prophets – their ministries, their message, and their madness!  We’re beginning a survey of Amos.  It’s a great time to join us!

Thank you to our hosts, Olive and Don Hill, for a beautiful place

to worship our Lord and fellowship with one another at our annual picnic today.

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, July 14, 2013

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, July 14, 2013

Summer Family Worship 9:30 am   

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Choral Introit                                                                      

*Call to Worship  ………………………………………………………………  Psalter Reading 89, p. 820

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #164 ……………………  O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing

*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #102 …………………………………………………………………………………………  Don’t You Know

*Chorus #10 ……………………………………………………………………………………………  Thou Art Worthy

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………………………………………  2 Chronicles 16:1-14 (Pew Bible p. 695-696)

New Testament  …………………………………………… Matthew 11:1-19 (Pew Bible p. 1512-1513)

Memory Verse …………………………………………………………………………………  Philippians 3:10-12

Fellowship of Welcome

Message

Sermon Text ………………………………………………………………………………  1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………………………….………… Derek Yoder

The Patience of God

Postponed judgment confuses many.  True disciples regard God’s “slowness” as 

an example of his patience, and they take heed – before it runs out.

*Hymn of Faith #100 ………………………………………………………………………………………  Holy, Holy, Holy

Prayer Requests & Testimonials

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes & Offerings – on Communion Sunday’s, the 2^nd offering helps support the benevolent ministries of the diaconate

Offertory

*Doxology  

Celebration of the Lord’s Supper

*Hymn #328 ………………………………………………………………….…………………  Blest Be the Tie that Binds

*Benediction

Postlude                                                                                       *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

3DYouth Group meets at the First Church of Evans TONIGHT at 6:00 pm for life lessons for life lessons from Ruth.  This is the mission trip preparation meeting.  Youth and parents of youth planning to go need to be there.

  Also, bring your health insurance card.

The church’s financial statement for June 2013 is posted for review

in the office over the copy machine.

As we move into a season of family travel and light attendance, be praying for the church’s continued financial stability during these challenging months.

CALENDAR

Wednesday, July 17^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm.  We’re studying the Old Testament prophets – their ministries, their message, and their madness!  We’re beginning a survey of Amos.  It’s a great time to join us!

NEXT Sunday, July 21^st

Our annual outdoor service followed by picnic is scheduled for this day at Olive and Don Hill’s home on Langford Road.  Plan on worshiping the Lord at our usual 9:30 am time overlooking the water followed by a good time of fellowship over lunch.  Bring your favorite picnic dish to pass.  Pray for sun!

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 of North Collins, Sunday, July 7, 2013

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, July 7, 2013

Summer Family Worship 9:30 am

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Choral Introit                                                                      

*Call to Worship  …………………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 97:1-12

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #3 ………………………………  Give to Our God Immortal Praise

*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn of the Month #526 …………………………………………………  Blessed Are the Sons of God

*Hymn #246 …………………………………………………………………………………………  Man of Sorrows

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………………………………………  2 Chronicles 15:1-19 (Pew Bible p. 694-695)

New Testament  ………………………………………… Matthew 10:24-42 (Pew Bible p. 1511-1512)

Memory Verse ……………..……………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 100:1-5

Fellowship of Welcome

Message

Sermon Text …………………………….……………………………………………………………………  2 Kings 5:1-3

Sermon …………………………………………………..……………………………….……………………  Lance Ostman

Are You Ready?

*Hymn of Faith #251 ………………………………………………………………………  Beneath the Cross of Jesus

Prayer Requests & Testimonials

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes & Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology  

*Benediction

Postlude                                                                                       *Congregation invited to stand

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

We are pleased to welcome Lance and Laura Ostman back to North Collins!  The Ostmans have served for many years as missionaries in the Philippines among the Higaunan people.  Let’s give Lance our full attention as he opens God’s Word for us this morning

Next week, 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 following the service

is NOT planned for next week.

CALENDAR

Tuesday, July 9^th

Elders’ meeting at 6:00 pm.  Be prepared to discuss Chapters 21 & 22 in Piper (“Tanks/Peashooters” and “Uncertainty/Humility”).

Full Church Board meeting at 7:00 pm.

Wednesday, July 10^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm.  We’re well into our survey of the Old Testament prophets – their ministries, their message, and their madness!  We’re beginning a survey of Amos.  It’s a great time to join us!

Sunday, July 14^th

3DYouth Group meets at the First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm for life lessons from Ruth.  This is the mission trip preparation meeting.  Youth and parents of youth planning to go need to be there.  Also, bring your health insurance card.

Sunday, July 21^st

Our annual outdoor service followed by picnic is scheduled for this day at Olive and Don Hill’s home on Langford Road.  Plan on worshiping the Lord at our usual 9:30 am time overlooking the water followed by a good time of fellowship over lunch.  Pray for sun!

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, June 30, 2013

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, June 30, 2013

Summer Family Worship 9:30 am

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Choral Introit                                                                      

*Call to Worship  …………………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 96:1-6

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #598 …………………………  Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah

*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Chorus #15 …………………………………………………………………………  Break Into Songs of Joy

*Chorus #18 …………………………………………………………………………………………  Come and See

*Chorus #32 ………………………………………………………………………………………  He Is Our Peace

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament …………………………………………………  2 Chronicles 14:1-15 (Pew Bible p. 693)

New Testament  ………………………..………………………… Matthew 10:1-20 (Pew Bible p. 1510)

Memory Verse ……………..…………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 100:1-5

Fellowship of Welcome

Message

Sermon Text ………………………………..…………………………………………………………  1 Peter 5:8-13

Sermon ……………………………………………………………………………….……………………  Bruce Brown

Watch Out for that Roaring Lion!

*Hymn of Faith #575 …………………………………………………………………  Soldiers of Christ Arise

Prayer Requests & Testimonials

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes & Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology  

*Benediction

Postlude                                                                                       *Congregation invited to stand

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

June is a month of heavy expenses.  Please pray for our continued financial stability and consider extra ways you might help during these challenging months.

Next week, Missionaries Lance and Laura Ostman will be with us during

 our morning worship service.

CALENDAR

TONIGHT!  Sunday, June 30^th

Sunday Night Out … if there is no rain!  Let’s meet at Lynda & Barry Francis’s home at 10917 Gowanda State Road (next to Dollar General) at 5:00 pm.  Hot dogs and drink will be provided … bring a side dish, snack or dessert to share as well as your own lawn chair.  Leave your swim suit at home … no pool … but there will be games for the kids.

Tuesday, July 2^nd

Elders’ meeting at church (chapters 21 & 22 in Piper).

Wednesday, July 3^rd

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm.  We’re well into our survey of the Old Testament prophets – their ministries, their message, and their madness!  We’re finishing up Malachi’s and plan to tackle Amos.  It’s a great time to join us!

Sunday, July 21^st

Our annual outdoor service followed by picnic is scheduled for this day at Olive and Don Hill’s home on Langford Road.  Plan on worshiping the Lord at our usual 9:30 am time overlooking the water followed by a good time of fellowship over lunch.  Pray for sun!

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, June 23, 2013

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, June 23, 2013

Summer Family Worship 9:30 am

Prelude

Welcome & Announcements

Choral Introit                                                                      

*Call to Worship  ………………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 95:1-7

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #101 ………………………………  Come, Thou Almighty King

*Invocation

Worship through Psalms, Hymns & Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn of the Month #110 ……………………………………………  Hallelujah, Praise Jehovah

*Hymn #38 ………………………………………………………  Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament …………………………………………  2 Chronicles 13:1-22 (Pew Bible p. 692-693)

New Testament  ………………………………………… Matthew 9:18-38 (Pew Bible p. 1509-1510)

Memory Verse ……………..…………………………………………………………………………  Psalm 100:1-5

Fellowship of Welcome

Message

Sermon Text ………………………………..………………………………………  1 Thessalonians 2:13-16

Sermon …………………………………………………………………………….……………………  Derek Yoder

The Word at Work (2)

True disciples give themselves to the Lord

by giving themselves to his word – and are changed.

*Hymn of Faith #537 …………………………………………………………………  Take Time to be Holy

Prayer Requests & Testimonials

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes & Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology  

*Benediction

Postlude                                                                                       *Congregation invited to stand

ANNOUNCEMENTS

June is a month of heavy expenses.  Please pray for our continued financial stability

 and consider extra ways you might help during these challenging months.

CALENDAR

TONIGHT!  Sunday, June 23^rd

3DYouth Group meets at the First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm for life lessons from Ruth followed by whiffle ball with MPB and pizza to follow.

Wednesday, June 26^th

Choir practice at the church at 6:00 pm.

Join us at the church for Bible study and prayer at 7:00 pm.  We’re well into our survey of the Old Testament prophets – their ministries, their message, and their madness!  We’re finishing up Malachi’s and plan to tackle Amos.  It’s a great time to join us!

Thursday, June 27^th

Sit’n’Sew Day.  Any and all are welcome to help beginning at 10:00 am. 

Sunday, June 30^th

Our 1^st Sunday Night Out for the season …

 

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.