CCLI License 1865451
2/20/2011
Welcome to
First Christian
Reformed Church
Pastor Craig Van Hill
pastorvanhill@gmail.com
Home: 920-324-2249
Cell: 920-319-1156
Pastor Norman Haan
revh@centurytel.net
Home: 920-928-6488
Cell: 920- 296-9935
Love All
Serve All
20 Bly Street
Waupun, WI 53963
920-324-2898
firstcrcwaupunwi@juno.com
www.waupuncrc.com
CCLI License 1865451
9:30 AM Worship
(*Please stand if you are able)
Prelude
*Call to Worship
*Songs of Praise: “Amid the Thronging
Worshipers” G239
*God’s Greeting
*We Greet Each Other
Prayer of Confession
Assurance of Pardon
Song of Preparation: “Jesus Loves Me”
G571 vs. 1
(Children ages 3 years through 4th grade
may come forward for the Children’s
Message during the song.)
Children’s Message by Ken Homan
(Afterwards, children ages 3-6 may leave
for Children’s Worship in the upstairs
Youth Room.)
Song: “The B-I-B-L-E”
Congregational Prayer
*Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6
We Study God’s Word: “Words of
Grace”
Prayer
*Response in Song: “Take My Life and
Let it Be” R597 vs. 1, 2, 3, 5
Offertory Prayer
Accompanist
Lois Mulder
Children & Worship
Teacher: Tabbie Vander Werff
Helpers: Collin Huizenga
Jason De Jager
Fellowship Coffee
Kevin & Andrea Buwalda
Greeters
Charlie, Lori, & Brandon Kitchner
Nursery
Nathan & Jamie Fikkert
Alexis De Jager
Sound System
Dan Scheuers
Transportation
Jim Groenewold (520-0055)
Paul Vande Kolk (324-8981)
Ushers
Dan Montsma
Noah Mulder
Brian O’Donovan
Thomas Venhuizen
Video Projection
Lois Mulder
Missionary Letters
Geoff A. to Daryl Pfantz+
George A. to Brother Bob
Joe A. to Chaplain Peter
+Please
pray especially for this
missionary family this week.
Offering for Local Budget
*Benediction
*Doxology: “My Friends, May You Grow in Grace”
*Postlude
7:00 PM Worship
(*Please stand if you are able)
Prelude
*Call to Worship
*God’s Greeting
Songs of Praise led by Elaine Homan
Prayers of the People led by Al Venhuizen
Offering for Building Fund
*We Study God’s Word: Genesis 14
*Song of Response: “Wonderful Grace of
Jesus” R338
*Affirmation of our Faith: “Apostles
Creed” G813
*Benediction
*Doxology: “All Glory Laud and Honor”
G375 vs. 1-2
*Postlude
Accompanist
Lois Mulder
Greeters
Howard & Pat Loomans
Library
Marge Vande Streek
Sandy Greenfield
Nancy Wierenga
Nursery
Marilyn Mulder
Dorothy Schouten
Jordan De Jager
Sound System
Dan Scheuers
Transportation
Jim Groenewold (520-0055)
Paul Vande Kolk (324-8981)
Video Projection
Lois Mulder
Welcome
We welcome our visitors and hope that you enjoy
worshiping with us. If you are presently seeking a church
home, we welcome you to join our fellowship. If you would like
further information about our church, check out our website at
www.waupuncrc.com or contact Pastor Craig (324-2249) or
the church office (324-2898).
The songs and responsive readings will be displayed on
the video screens, but feel free to use the hymnals if you wish.
The Celebration Hymnals (R) are located under the pew in
front of you.
Large-print bulletins and children's bulletins are available in the
back sanctuary rack. Please feel free to check one of the “Visitor” mail
slots in the narthex for additional materials.
Worship Notes
This morning’s offering is for Local Budget—to pay the church’s
operating expenses, which includes the minister’s salary and living
expenses, church utilities, support staff wages, and other supplies and
services needed to run the church.
This evening’s offering is for the Building Fund—to pay for repairs and
purchases for the parsonage, church building, and church equipment,
including maintenance of the buildings and grounds and any needed
additions to accommodate the growing church.
Verse of the Week: Colossians 4:6 “Let your
conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so
that you may know how to answer everyone.”
Our Family
Remember Katie De Jager as she recovers from a broken elbow. We
are thankful that her pain is manageable with medicine.
We thank the Lord that Sandy Greenfield continues to improve.
Please continue to pray for complete recovery along with relief from the
back pain that she continues to struggle with.
Jim Groenewold underwent a cardiac aversion this week to get his
heart back in rhythm. Please pray for peace as he and Lois wait to see if
the procedure will have long-term effects.
Martin and Margaret Miedema are in Arizona, awaiting an early March
surgery to remove scar tissue in Martin’s back. Please pray for wisdom for
the medical staff and peace for the Miedemas.
Louie and Nancy Wierenga will be celebrating their
50th wedding anniversary with an Open House this
Saturday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the church
basement.
A luncheon buffet will be served.
The
congregation is invited to join them in celebrating God's goodness and
faithfulness to them.
We rejoice with the following who will celebrate an anniversary or
birthday this week:
Anniversary:
Louie & Nancy Wierenga
Dan & Clarissa Roets
Bob & Junice Rens
Feb
23
24
26
Birthday:
Kaleb Parmelee
Jessica Laabs
Feb
23
25
Word of Thanks
“Thank you for your prayers after Sandy’s surgery.” – Glen & Sandy
Greenfield
Church News
Council Notes from February 14, 2011:
1. Our Maundy Thursday service will be held at 7:00 PM on April 21.
2. The combined Cadets Sunday service will be in our church on May 1 at
7:00 PM.
3. Gregg Zonnefeld and Sue Buwalda reported on our church’s vision.
4. We have volunteers for the photo directory committee. They will begin
their work shortly.
5. Pastor Craig presented information on articles written by two professors
at Calvin College regarding Creation and in particular the question
whether Adam and Eve are literal or figurate people. Calvin College
board will have a meeting to decide the future of these two professors in
May, at which time the council will discuss the outcome.
6. Elder Dale Huizenga and Pastor Craig Van Hill will be representing us
at Classis on Tuesday with Bob Mulder as the alternate.
Monthly Budget Update
7 Months ended January 2011
Year to Date Year to Date
Fund
Receipts
Budget
Difference
586.14
Local Budget*
82,354.14
81,768.00
Denominational Ministry Shares
11,741.84
43,713.00 (31,971.16)
(2,696.25)
Classical Ministry Shares
9,188.75
11,885.00
1,728.08
Faith Promise Fund**
10,828.08
9,100.00
*Local Budget balance = $9,609.18 after Designated funds are withdrawn
Building Fund balance = $10,279.61
**Faith Promise Balance = $1,590.14
Have you been looking for a way to help others? With
the prisons in our area, we have a wonderful opportunity to
help those who have served their time. Circles of
Support is an organization that surrounds those who have
been imprisoned, helping them to find their place in
society. Many of these men and women have little, if any, support and
struggle to fit back in. You can help or get more information by calling
Danel Burchby at 920-968-6832. You can also pick up a pamphlet on the
narthex counter.
The Youth Group will be assembling care packages for our college
students on Wednesday, March 2. Due to the large number of college
students we currently have we would appreciate any help you can give us.
If you are willing to help in any way there is a sign up sheet in the narthex,
please put your name by the item needed. All items need to be brought to
church and placed in the kitchen by next Sunday, February 27. Thank you
for your help, - The Youth Group
Connections/Friendship Bible Study will meet at Bethel
CRC tomorrow. Connections at 5:45-6:45 PM; Kids Friendship
(ages 7-18) at 5:45-6:45 PM; Adults Friendship at 7:00-8:00 PM.
Classis Wisconsin will be held at 9:00 AM this Tuesday, February 22,
at Alto CRC. Members are welcome to attend. Pastor Craig Van Hill and
Elder Dale Huizenga will be representing us, with Elder Bob Mulder as the
alternate.
Are you ready for Summer? The Youth Group is looking
forward to summer because that means they are heading to
Grand Rapids for a Serve Project where they will help the
homeless, fix up houses, take care of kids, and more. Come
out and help them raise money for the trip. When: this
Wednesday, from 4:45 PM to 7:00 PM. What's to eat you
ask? It is a yummy Baked Potato Bar with all the fixings: chili, sour cream,
chives, bacon, and more with salad and brownies with ice cream for
dessert.
Women’s Bible Study will meet this Wednesday, 6: 30 PM,
at Mary Nell’s.
If you are looking for a Bible study to join, come to Randall
& Kim Greenfield's house this Thursday. The Third Thursday
group will be meeting at 6:00 PM with a meal, followed by Bible
study afterwards. No preparation is needed. If you would like to
come please call the Greenfields (324-5227) or Pastor Craig (3242249).
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) will meet at 6:30 PM
this Thursday. Please call Gina Homan (324-2662) if you have
any questions or need child care for the evening.
Ladies: Grab your favorite project and join us in the
church basement this Friday. We’ll start at 6:00 PM. Come
when you can and stay as long as you’d like.
Our church is planning a special event to help enrich your
Easter season. We will be attending The Passion Play, a
powerful musical drama which retells the timeless story in a
new, exciting stage production. This event is appropriate for
all ages. This event will take place on Saturday, April 16 at 7
PM at Xavier Fine Arts Theatre in Appleton. We will start taking sign-ups in
one week.
SWaT will meet next Sunday at Bethel CRC. Please
note the change in date from the 20th. We will meet at
5:00 PM for pizza/soda and White Elephant exchange,
followed by our regular meeting and then attend church. Watch your email
for more details.
Needed: Items for the next issue of First Family Ties. Do you have
a favorite old photo you are willing to share? Do you have a recipe that
needs sharing? Maybe you know something about another member that is
newsworthy, or your child has written something worth
sharing.... Please help us keep the newsletter full of interesting
bits of information by sharing with us—we need your help!
Articles can be emailed to Lois at lois.mulder@att.net or placed
in her mailslot by next Sunday.
Attention Mary/Martha Ladies: We will resume our
meetings on Wednesday, March 2, now that our winter break is
coming to a close. We invite any new people to join us at 1:30
PM. We will study the first letter of John in this segment of our
season.
The youth group will be making SUB Sandwiches on
Wednesday, March 16. If you want to order subs, please
contact a youth group member by March 6.
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Advance Notices:
March 25
St. Ben’s Project
April 1 & 8 Community Meal Project
School Notes
Looking for a new way to prepare your heart and mind for Easter? Join
CWC teacher Matt Hofman for a 6-session Bible study beginning
Wednesday, March 9. “Passion Week: the True and Unfamiliar Story”
will challenge you to re-examine this most famous of Bible stories. Classes
will be held in Mr. Hofman’s room at the secondary campus on Fox Lake
Rd. on Wednesdays at 7:00-8:30 PM. Call the school office at 324-4233 or
Mr. Hofman at 763-2639 to reserve your spot!
Community Happenings
The annual Easter Cantata practices begin at 5:30 PM
today at First Randolph Reformed. Join us in bringing the
gospel story of salvation in the cantata "You Thought of Us."
The Senior High Youth Group of Alto
Reformed Church will be having a Chili
Supper/Auction Fundraiser this Friday at the Alto
Community Center to raise money for their mission trip to
Baltimore, MD. Chili will be served from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
with the auction immediately following. BIG items on the auction! Come.
Eat. Bid. Win. Thanks!
"How to Support Your Aging Parents" is the topic of
a seminar this Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the
Trosten Haus (1223 Madison Street, Beaver Dam). The
event, planned by the Active Adult Resource Council who
also plans the Senior Expo in May, has included a legal presentation,
financial and housing options panel with a variety of speakers, information
about area services specifically for seniors, and a special luncheon
presentation from the Alzheimer's Association. This one-day seminar hopes
to help grown children answer pertinent questions about their aging parents.
Come away with the knowledge you need when your parents need you. The
event is $10 per person and includes lunch. Registration forms may be
picked up at Summit Credit Union, Beaver Dam Activities and Services,
Murray Funeral Home, Seippel Arts Center, SIA Insurance Services in
Waupun and Mayville Nursing and Rehab in Mayville. For more information
or to register by phone, call Doreen Goetsch at 386-3639.
Agnesian HealthCare Hospice Hope is seeking new
volunteers. There are as many volunteer opportunities as there
are individual preferences for service! Application deadline for
the March 26 and April 16 training sessions is Friday, March 4.
See the bulletin board for more information.
Community Day of Prayer will be Friday, March 4, at 1:00
PM at Emmanuel Reformed Church. Pastor Cal Vande Zande
will be the speaker. Both men and women are urged to support
this ecumenical community effort.
Reserve Tuesday, April 12, for the 21st Annual
Bethany Banquet to be held at Central Wisconsin
Christian School. Another enjoyable evening is being
planned including a delicious meal. The New
Generation Singers from CWC School will provide the evening’s special
music. The purpose of this banquet is to raise support for Bethany Christian
Services, an adoption and family services organization.
Around the World
Dordt College Offers Learning Vacation in Netherlands:
There’s still room for you to be part of Dordt College’s learning
vacation to the Netherlands May 17-28, 2011. Don’t miss this
opportunity to travel with storyteller James C. Schaap and
Professor Leendert van Beek who will share their expertise on Dutch culture
and history. This motor coach tour includes medieval castles, the homes of
Anne Frank and Corrie Ten Boom, and the Rijksmuseum, and so much
more. Cost includes airfare, motel accommodations and most meals. For
more information, contact Dianne De Wit at ddewit@dordt.edu or 712-7226029 or see full details at www.dordt.edu/events/netherlands.
Calendar
Today:
8:15 AM
8:45 AM
9:30 AM
10:45 AM
10:45 AM
5:30 PM
7:00 PM
5:45 PM
Mon:
7:00 PM
Tue:
Wed:
Thu:
Fri:
Sat:
Next Sun:
9:00 AM
4:45 PM-7:00 PM
6:30 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
6:00 PM
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
8:15 AM
8:45 AM
Next Week
Accompanist
Laura Ten Pass
Children’s Message
Brian O’Donovan
Children & Worship
Teacher: Brenda Kamphuis
Helpers: Becca Smits
Dylan Vander Berg
Fellowship Coffee
Phil & Mary Nell Hofman
Greeters
AM – Martin & Margaret Miedema
PM – Wayne & Faith Miedema
Library
Lori Kitchner
Winnojean Scheuers
Marcia Buteyn
Musical Praise
Praise Team 3
11th/12th Catechism
First Fellowship
Morning Worship
4K-10th Sunday School & Catechism
Choir Rehearsal
Easter Cantata Rehearsal @ First
Randolph Reformed Church
Evening Worship
Connections & Kid’s Friendship Bible
Study @ Bethel CRC
Adult’s Friendship Bible Study @
Bethel CRC
Classis Wisconsin @ Alto CRC
YPS Fundraiser - Baked Potato Bar
Women’s Bible Study @ Mary Nell’s
Third Thursday @ Randall & Kim’s
MOPS @ Bethel CRC
Ladies Night Out (come when you can)
Wierenga Open House
11th/12th Catechism
First Fellowship
Nursery
AM – Andrea Kamphuis
Andrea Buwalda
Adam Venhuizen
PM – Brad & Rhonda Schouten
Thomas Venhuizen
Prayer List
Shut-Ins
Gerald Bossenbroek
Bea Heideman
Eugene Kikkert
Josie Looman
Minnie Tobak
Clayton Buteyn
Junice Kamphuis
Millie Kuiper
Wilma Navis
Health
Wiebe Buwalda as he struggles with weakness and shoulder pain.
Katie De Jager – that her broken elbow will heal quickly and completely.
Sandy Greenfield as she recovers from gall bladder surgery and continues
to struggle with back pain.
Jim Groenewold as he struggles with an irregular heart rhythm.
Martin Miedema as he anticipates back surgery.
Arky Navis’ sister (Pat Wetzel) as she deals with cancer.
Nancy Vande Berg’s sister (Sandy De Maa) as she goes through cancer
treatments.
Comfort and relief from pain for Harry Homan.
Brother Bob, Neen, and Angel as Brother Bob’s health declines.
Military
Offering
AM – Classical Ministry Shares
PM – Faith Promise
Larry & Trix Daane’s grandson, Jeff Daane (NAS Pensacola, FL)
Sam Daane (Beal AFB, CA)
Jack & Marla De Jager’s nephew, Jonathan Sturing (Fort Carson, CO)
Chaplain Peter Hofman (Afghanistan)
Marge Vande Streek’s grandson, Brian Vande Streek (Afghanistan)
Louie & Nancy Wierenga’s grandson, Devin Terry (Guam)
Pastoral Prayer
Ken Homan
Requests
Sound System
Glen Greenfield
Charlene Miller’s daughter, Julie, who was diagnosed with a brain
disease and Julie’s son, Kyle, who has an eye disease that could
cause blindness.
Transportation
Jim Groenewold (520-0055)
Paul Vande Kolk (324-8981)
Ushers
Dan Montsma
Noah Mulder
Brian O’Donovan
Thomas Venhuizen
Video Projection
Lois Mulder