First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, November 26, 2017

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday, November 26, 2017

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 …………………….……………………………….…… O Bless the Lord, My Soul

*Call to Worship ………………….………………………………….……… Psalm 116:1-9, 17-19

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

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn #125 …………………………………………..……….………… Let All Things Now Living

*Hymn of the Month (insert)……………………........…… You Are Worthy (Andrew Brunson)

*Hymn #635 …….…………………………………….……… How Good It Is to Thank the Lord

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………..................................…… Isaiah 25:1-12 (Pew Bible pg. 1095-1096)

New Testament …………..............................…..………  Acts 8:26-40 (Pew Bible pg.1705-1706)

Memory Verse ……………………….…….……………….……………… 1 Peter  3:8-12 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………….………………………….……………… John 1:19-34

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

The Spirit of Christmas

The Holy Spirit is prominent in the Christmasstory.  True disciples know that theincarnation is the work of our Triune God, who shapes our lives the way heshaped Jesus’ – by his Spirit.

*Hymn of Faith #714 …….…………………….………....……… We Plow the Fields and Scatter

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology #735 ……………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri

“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,

is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

*Benediction

Postlude

*Congregation invited to stand

Announcements

November is a time to donate toward the purchase of Bibles for the persecuted church.  Offerings designated “Persecuted Church Bibles” will be used to purchase Bibles for the Voice of the Martyrs ministry. (VOM distributes Bibles around the world and is a trustworthy ministry.)  Let’s pray for our fellow Christians’ perseverance and give joyfully for their edification by making the scriptures available.

Be praying with the Nominating Committee as it works to prepare a slate of candidates to be considered for office at the Annual Meeting in February 2018.  To submit names, see Olive, Fred or Derek.

Join us for choir practice one Saturday a month, usually from 9-10:00 am.  If you would like to join the choir, see Kathy or Alice for practice dates.  We would love to have you come sing with us!

Next week marks the beginning of Advent 2017!  Our morning worship services will commemorate the season with candles, readings, banners, and special messages.  This year’s theme is “The Spirit of Christmas”.  We’ll examine the role of the Holy Spirit in the familiar Nativity stories – preparing the way (John the Baptist), working a new creation (Mary), bearing testimony (Simeon), and granting the favor of sonship (Bethlehem).  Pray that this will be an encouraging, challenging time in our congregation as we reflect on the Spirit’s work at Christmas – and in our hearts and lives.

Calendar

Monday, November 27^th: AA meets downstairs from 8:00 – 9:15 pm.

Wednesday, November 29^th: Bible study & prayer meeting at 7:00 pm.  We’re studying the two angelic announcements about “miracle babies” in Luke 1.  It’s a great time to join us!

Friday, December 1^st:  The 2^nd Sunday school program practice meets at 6:30 pm in the adult Sunday school room.

Saturday, December 2^nd: Dewey Missionary Christmas luncheon at 12 noon here at church.  Bring a dish to pass and a friend to share our time together

Friday, December 8^th:  Join us for our 3^rd Advent guitar concert featuring the Hamburg Classical Guitar Quartet at 7:00 pm here at FCC.

Sunday, December 10^th: Christmas Tea at the Parsonage from 2-5:00 pm.

Sunday, December 17^th:  Sunday School program “No More Shadows” during our morning worship.

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, November 19, 2017

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday, November 19, 2017

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 …………………….…………………………….…… O Bless the Lord, My Soul

*Call to Worship ………………….……….…………………………..….……… Psalm 115:1-11

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #310 ………………………….…… Rejoice, the Lord is King

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn #295 …………………………………………….……… Crown Him with Many Crowns

*Hymn of the Month (insert)……………………......…… You Are Worthy (Andrew Brunson)

*Hymn #708…….………………………………….…..……… O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………..........................……… Isaiah 24:16-23 (Pew Bible pg. 1094-1095)

New Testament …………..................................………  Acts 8:1-25 (Pew Bible pg.1704-1705)

Memory Verse ……………………….….……………….……………… 1 Peter  3:8-12 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………….…………………….……………… Exodus 2:15-25

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

A Wedding in the Wilderness

The story of getting lost and found in the desert is the story of God’s love – to Moses, to Israel, and in Christ to us.

*Hymn of Faith #705 …….…………………….……….……… I Know Whom I Have Believed

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology #735 ……………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri

“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,

is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

Benediction

Postlude

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 is a time to donate toward the purchase of Bibles for the persecuted church.  Offerings designated “Persecuted Church Bibles” will be used to purchase Bibles for the Voice of the Martyrs ministry. (VOM distributes Bibles around the world and is a trustworthy ministry.)  Let’s pray for our fellow Christians’ perseverance and give joyfully for their edification by making the scriptures available.

Interest has been expressed in joining the church.  If others would like to be part of a class for progressive members, see Derek or one of the Elders.  The class is designed for those considering church membership.  But if you’re already a member and still don’t have the foggiest idea what Congregationalism is about, come and sit in on this three- or four-session class.  Details to follow.

The church’s financial statement for October 2017 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Calendar 

Monday, November 20^th: AA meets downstairs from 8:00 – 9:15 pm.

Wednesday, November 22^nd: Bible study & prayer meeting at 7:00 pm.  We’re studying the two angelic announcements about “miracle babies” in Luke 1.  It’s a great time to join us!

Friday, December 1^st:  The 2^nd Sunday school program practice meets at 6:30 pm in the adult Sunday school room.

Saturday, December 2^nd: Dewey Missionary Christmas luncheon at 12 noon here at church.

Friday, December 8^th:  Join us for our 3^rd Advent guitar concert featuring the Hamburg Classical Guitar Quartet at 7:00 pm here at FCC.

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, November 12, 2017

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday, November 12, 2017

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 …………………….…………………………………….…… O Bless the Lord, My Soul

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

*Hymn of Adoration & Praise #73 ………....................…… Rejoice, All People, Homage Give

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn #677 …………………………………….………… Praise the Savior, Ye Who Know Him!

*Hymn of the Month #161…………………….....………….……… O Christ, Our Heart’s Desire

*Hymn #87…….…………………………………...……… The Lord’s My Shepherd, I’ll Not Want

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………...........................…..……… Isaiah 24:1-16 (Pew Bible pg. 1093-1094)

New Testament …………..............................…..………  Acts 7:30-60 (Pew Bible pg.1702-1704)

Memory Verse …………………………….……………….……………… 1 Peter  3:8-12 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ………………….………………………………….…….……………… Matthew 10:16

Sermon ……………….…………………………….……….………………………… Rasheed Akhtar

A Christian Response to Islamic Terrorism

*Hymn of Faith #709 …….…………………….……………………….……… Now I Belong to Jesus

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology #735 ……………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri

“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,

is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

Benediction

Postlude

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

This morning we welcome Rasheed Akhtar back to North Collins.  Mr. Akhtar is currently serving as ISI’s South Asia Campus Minister.  His testimony and ministry among international students bears powerful witness to God’s work in his life.  Let’s give him our full attention as he brings a message from God’s word.

November is a time to donate toward the purchase of Bibles for the persecuted church.  Offerings designated “Persecuted Church Bibles” will be used to purchase Bibles for the Voice of the Martyrs ministry. (VOM distributes Bibles around the world and is a trustworthy ministry.)  Let’s pray for our fellow Christians’ perseverance and give joyfully for their edification by making the scriptures available.

Interest has been expressed in joining the church.  If others would like to be part of a class for progressive members, see Derek or one of the Elders.  The class is designed for those considering church membership.  But if you’re already a member and still don’t have the foggiest idea what Congregationalism is about, come and sit in on this three- or four-session class.  Details to follow.

Calendar

Tonight, Sunday, November 12^th: 3DYouth bowling party at Chicks from 5:30-8:00 pm.  Meet and pickup at the First Church of Evans.  Bring $8 for two games, pizza and a drink.

Monday, November 13^th: AA meets downstairs from 8:00 – 9:15 pm.

Tuesday, November 14^th:  Full Board meets at 7:00 pm at the church, preceded by Elders’ Meeting at 6:00.  Elders, come prepared to discuss the three brief articles about leadership on the back table – “Leading with Conviction” (Mohler), “Leaders in the Church” (Thomas), and “Leading for the Glory of God” (Larson).

Wednesday, November 15^th: Bible study & prayer meeting at 7:00 pm.  We’re beginning a brand-new study in the gospel of Luke.  It’s a great time to join us.

Thursday, November 16^th: Dewey Missionary Society meets at 10:00 am.

Friday, November 17^th:  Our first Sunday school program practice meets at 6:30 pm.  If you would like to sing with us this year, join us for our first practice and script read-through in the adult Sunday school classroom.  You are also invited for pizza and wings at 5:30 pm.  So, come for food, fun, and fellowship!

Saturday, November 18^th: Pie baking in the Community House at First Church of Evans at 1:00 pm.  Come, bake pies for the Community Thanksgiving Dinner.  Worship and “thanksgiving” devotional on Psalm 136 (“Love that Lasts Forever”).  2:30 pm snacks, fellowship & closing prayer.

Sermon, Sunday, November 5, 2017

Rules of Engagement

Moses' "exodus" raises important questions about taking up arms. But true disciples know that in matters of faith, the battle belongs to the Lord!

Sermon, Sunday, October 29, 2017

Such a Time as This?

Moses tries to organize the exodus too early -- and nobody comes!

True disciples know that God wants to be God in our lives.

First Congregational Church of North Collins, Sunday, October 22, 2017

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday, October 22, 2017

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, All People, Homage Give

*Call to Worship ………………….………………………………..….……… Psalm 111:1-10

*Chorus of Adoration & Praise #547 …………………….…… With Harps and With Viols

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn #170 ……………………………………………………….………… Fairest Lord Jesus

*Hymn of the Month #24 ………........…………… Vast the Immensity, Mirror of Majesty

*Hymn #136 …….………………………….……...……… Thy Word I Have Hid in My Heart

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………................................…..……… Isaiah 22:1-11 (Pew Bible pg. 1090-1091)

New Testament …………......................................…..………  Acts 5:17-42 (Pew Bible pg.1698-1700)

Memory Verse ……………………….……………….………………….……………… Psalm 90:1-4 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text …………………………………….………………………………….…….………………… Exodus 2:1-10 

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

Out of the Depths

As the princess drewMoses from the Nile, so God draws his people from the waters of judgment.  True disciples know that baptism is a symbol of Jesus’ descent into the depths – and his raising us up with him!

*Hymn of Faith #599 …….…………………….…….……… Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology #735 …………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri

“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, 

                                                                      is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

Benediction

Postlude

Announcements

Interest has been expressed in joining the church.  If others would like to be part of a class for progressive members, see Derek or one of the Elders.  The class is designed for those considering church membership.  But if you’re already a member and still don’t have the foggiest idea what Congregationalism is about, come and sit in on this three- or four-session class.  Details to follow.

It's "Onward in October" Month in Sunday School!  This is our month to remember to be on time for Sunday School at 9:30, bring your Bible, bring an offering, and bring a friend who wants to learn about the Bible with you! Let's keep working hard to memorize our Bible verses, too!

Choir practices are now from 9-10 a.m. one Saturday morning per month, usually toward the end of the month.  If you would like to join choir, please see Alice or Kathy for the date.  We would love to have you come sing with us!

The church’s financial statement for September 2017 is posted for review in the office over the copy machine.

Calendar

Tonight, Sunday, October 22^nd: 3DYouth meets at the First Church of Evans at 6:00 pm for life lessons from the Psalms followed by activities and refreshments.

Monday, October 23^rd: AA meets downstairs from 8:00 – 9:15 pm.

Wednesday, October 25^th: Bible study & prayer meeting at 7:00 pm.  We’re beginning a brand-new study in the gospel of Luke.  It’s a great time to join us.

Saturday, October 28^th: Join our WNY / Northwestern PA churches at Fluvanna Community Church for this year’s annual CCCC Regional Fall Banquet.  It’s being called an “Indoor Picnic” and will include activities and games, including a brief report by Derek on our bicentennial celebration.  There is no charge for the meal, but a special offering will be take up to help cover the evening’s expenses.  The evening begins at 5:00 pm.  Reservation deadline is TODAY.  See the sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 29^th:  It’s Singspiration time again – and our turn to host!  Join us at 6:30 pm for a time of singing and fellowship with friends from area churches.  You may want to bring a favorite “harvest” dessert to share afterward.

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, October 15, 2017

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

http://fccnc.blogspot.com

Sunday, October 15, 2017

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, All People, Homage Give

*Call to Worship ………………….……….……………..….……… Psalter Reading 108:1-6, 12-13

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

*Invocation

Worship Through Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual Songs

Choral Anthem

*Hymn #393 …………………………….…………………… Come, Let Us Join with One Accord

*Hymn of the Month #24 ……..................……………… Vast the Immensity, Mirror of Majesty

*Hymn #137 …….…………………………………………….……...……… Holy Bible, Book Divine

Scripture Lessons

Old Testament ……………................................…..……… Isaiah 21:1-17 (Pew Bible pg. 1089-1090)

New Testament ………………........................................…..………  Acts 5:1-16 (Pew Bible pg.1698)

Memory Verse ……………………….……….………………….……………… Psalm 90:1-4 (see insert)

Fellowship of Welcome

Sermon Text ……………………………….……………………….…….………………… Exodus 2:1-10 

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

Unto Us a Child Is Born

In the darkness of sinand slavery, God shines the light of hope. True disciples know you can’t have another exodus without anotherMoses.  Through Christ God has made a wayout of Egypt!

*Hymn of Faith #600 …….………………………………………………….…….……… He Leadeth Me

Prayer Requests and Testimonies

Pastoral Prayer

Tithes and Offerings

Offertory

*Doxology #735 ………………………………………………………………………………… Gloria Patri

“Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning,

is now, and ever shall be, world without end.  Amen, amen.”

Benediction

Postlude

Announcements

It's "Onward in October" Month in Sunday School!  This is our month to remember to be on time for Sunday School at 9:30, bring your Bible, bring an offering, and bring a friend who wants to learn about the Bible with you! Let's keep working hard to memorize our Bible verses, too!

Choir practices are now from 9-10 a.m. one Saturday morning per month, usually toward the end of the month.  If you would like to join choir, please see Alice or Kathy for the date.  We would love to have you come sing with us!

Calendar

Monday, October 16^th: AA meets downstairs from 8:00-9:15 pm.

Tuesday, October 17^th: Full Board meets at 7:00 pm at the church, preceded by Elders’ Meeting at 6:00.  Elders, come prepared to discuss the rest of the Duncan article (“Foundations for Biblically Directed Worship”).

Wednesday, October 18^th: Bible study & prayer meeting begins at 7:00 pm.  This week we’re beginning a brand-new study in the gospel of Luke.  It’s a great time to join us.

Thursday, October 19^th: Dewey Missionary Meeting at10 a.m. We will be discussing business and reading letters/praying for our missionaries around the world.  Coffee is provided.

Saturday, October 21^st : Sunday School Meeting:  Come at 9:00 a.m. and stuff hand-out packets with gospel tracts and candy for Light Up the Night, October 31st.

Sunday, October 22^nd:  3DYouth at the First Church of Evans at 6 pm for life lesson from the Psalms followed by activities and refreshments.

Saturday, October 28^th: Join our WNY / Northwestern PA churches at Fluvanna Community Church for this year’s annual CCCC Regional Fall Banquet.  It’s being called an “Indoor Picnic” and will include activities and games, including a brief report by Derek on our bicentennial celebration.  There is no charge for the meal, but a special offering will be take up to help cover the evening’s expenses.  The evening begins at 5:00 pm.  Reservation deadline is Sunday, October 22^nd.  See the sign-up sheet in the foyer for details.

Sunday, October 29^th:  It’s Singspiration time again – and our turn to host!  All the usual 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.