10-02-2011 Bulletin =
Welcome
October 2, 2011
We’re glad you’re here!
“ The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, ’Samuel! Samuel!’ Then Samuel said, ’Speak, for your servant is listening.” I Samuel 3:10,11
Morning Worship
Message: Whispers for Day-to-Day Life
Scripture: Various
5:00 pm—CHEERS Small Groups
Children’s Worship for ages 3-6 will meet today. Children are dismissed to go downstairs during the offering.
Please join us for coffee and fellowship time following the service this morning.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
This morning we are on part two of our series on ―The Power of a Whisper.‖ We know God desires speak into our lives concerning the BIG things, but is He really interested in the day to day stuff? What kinds of things might God desire for us to be listening for?
Pastor Ben is still interested in your ―whispers from God‖ experiences. Would you share them with him please through email, phone call, or a note, ben@harvestcrc.com. Thanks to all who have shared so far!
The Second offering this morning is for Harvest Church’s War Chest, a fund meant to help with day to day life meeting some basic needs as God places them before us.
Next Sunday as part of our time together we will be celebrating the gracious, saving presence of our Lord through the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Children’s Worship will meet this morning for ages 3-6. Kids may go downstairs during the offering.
Sunday School classes for all ages today at 10:45. Classrooms for preschool thru High School are marked. The Men’s class meets in the corner of the sanctuary and the Women’s class in the big room downstairs. Parents of grades preschool through 5th grade, please drop off and pick up your children at their rooms.
Prayer and Praise meets on Tuesday at 7:00. Bring your prayer requests and join with others in the power of corporate prayer. If you are unable to come, write down your requests on the form included in the bulletin and place in the offering or in the Prayer Room.
Coffee Break/Little Lambs meets on Wednesday from 9-10:45 am. All women invited! If you would be interested in helping out with the nursery age children once or twice a month, please contact Marshann Ludema
The October issue of Harvest Times is in your mailboxes this morning or was emailed to you, if you requested that. Visitors, there are extra copies on the back table. Please take one.
Ionia County Right to Life Dinner is planned for Thursday, October 13 at St. Edwards Catholic Church here in Lake Odessa. The speaker will be Barbara Listing, President of Right to Life. Individual reservations are $20, or table of 8 for $160.00. See the flyer on the wall by the kitchen for further information.
Mark your calendars for a health and wellness event you will not want to miss! Stop in at the church on Tuesday, October 4, 2011 at 6:00 pm. Sherri Van’t Land will be sharing a way for you to have more energy, lose weight and improve your health. Con-tact Sherri for more information (693-3063).
The Fellowship Team is looking for new members. The group meets once a month to plan fellowship aka ―fun‖ events for the church body. If anyone feels gifted in this area and is able to join the committee, we would greatly appreciate it!. We especially need guys. Contact Becky Oosterhouse (269-986-0110).
From the deacons
Offering Sept. 25 —General Fund $2388.00 Budget –467.40
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Heb. 4:16
Please pray for _______________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________Date___________
(tear off and place in offering or prayer room bowl.)
ASSIGNMENTS
Nursery
Today: Joann Gerke, Megan Zook, Jessica Kastanek
October 9: Gail Pepper, Derrica Desgranges, April DeVries
Greeters
Today: Jackie Sheldon and Joyce Tuitman
October 9: Lee and Carol Jackson
Children’s Worship
Today: Ages 3,4—Harlene Westendorp, April DeVries
Ages 5,6—Mary Flohr
October 9: Ages 3,4—Sarah McGarry, Megan Zook
Ages 5,6—Sarah Oosterhouse
Prayer Family
Keep this family in your prayers this week:
K. David
Prayer Ministry
Today: Cindi Coats October 9: Marshann Ludema
Coffee Host/Hostess
Today: Dave and Kay Beach
October 9: Carole Jackson
CALENDAR OF THE WEEK
Today 9:30 am—Worship
11:00 am—Sunday School
5:00 pm—CHEERS Small Groups
Monday 7:00 pm—Worship Team
Tuesday 7:00 pm—Prayer and Praise
Wednesday 9:00 am—Coffee Break/Little Lambs
Saturday 10:30 am—Men With Tools
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9-25-2011 Bulletin….
Welcome
September 25, 2011
We’re glad you’re here!
“ Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10
Morning Worship
Message: The Whisper Led Life
Scripture: Romans 9:1-19
*Page 801 in the blue Bibles
5:00 pm—II Samuel Study
Children’s Worship for ages 3-6 will meet today. Children are dismissed to go downstairs during the offering.
Please join us for coffee and fellowship time following the service this morning.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
This morning we begin our church-wide look at “The Power of a Whisper.” Along with Sunday sermons various small groups will be studying the subject together this fall. It’s not too late to jump into a group! Contact Pastor Ben.
Also this morning we have the privilege of installing the new office bearers: Dave Beach and Mike Van’t Land as deacons; Joel Pepper as elder. A big thank you is extended to our retiring officers: Doug DeVries, Drew Bomhof, and Pat Bartlett
Children’s Worship will meet this morning for ages 3-6. Kids may go downstairs during the offering.
Sunday School classes for all ages today at 10:45. Classrooms for preschool thru High School are marked. The Men’s class meets in the corner of the sanctuary and the Women’s class in the big room downstairs. Parents of grades preschool through 5th grade, please drop off and pick up your children at their rooms.
The Women’s Sunday School class is beginning a study of the book of Romans this morning. Women, please join us in the large room downstairs!
Children’s Worship volunteers, please meet with Amanda Stoel for a few minutes this morning following the worship service at the front of the auditorium.
Youth Group meets tonight at 5:00
II Samuel Study meets tonight at 5:00. Please read II Samuel 15 through 20 in preparation.
Join with others in prayer and praise on Tuesday evening at 7:00. If you have a prayer need and can’t be here, please fill out the form in the bulletin and leave it in the prayer room prayer bowl. A notebook is available in the Prayer Room where you can record the answers you have received to specific prayers. This is another way to encourage others and to rejoice with one another in the blessings of God!
Coffee Break/Little Lambs meets on Wednesday from 9-10:45. All women invited! If you would be interested in helping out with the nursery age children once or twice a month, please contact Marshann Ludema
The Fellowship Team has planned a line dancing game night for adults this Friday, September 30 at Jr. Gallardo’s building on Tupper Lake Road, Lake Odessa. Dinner is at 5:30; sloppy joes, buns and drinks will be provided. Please bring a dish or two to share. A hayride (weather permitting) is also planned.
Men With Tools Work Forms were placed in each mailbox and on the bulletin boards upstairs and downstairs.. If you or someone you know has a repair need, please fill out the form and put it in Jason Flohr’s mailbox.
The October issue of Harvest Times is scheduled for printing this week. Please leave your news items in the Secretary’s box downstairs outside the church office no later than Wednesday.
Ionia County Right to Life Dinner is planned for Thursday, October 13 at St. Edwards Catholic Church here in Lake Odessa. The speaker will be Barbara Listing, President of Right to Life. Individual reservations are $20, or table of 8 for $160.00. See the flyer on the wall by the kitchen for further information.
From the deacons
Offerings for Sept. 4,11,18 —General Fund $7388.00
War Chest 398.00
Larry & Sally Pepper 426.00
General Fund Budget -1272.60
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Heb. 4:16
Please pray for _________________________________________
______________________________________________________
_______________________________________Date___________
(tear off and place in offering or prayer room bowl.)
ASSIGNMENTS
Nursery
Today: Julie Kastanek, Mycah Ridder, Georgiana Gallardo
Oct. 2: Mary Flohr, April DeVries, Jessica Kastanek
Greeters
Today and October 2 Jackie Sheldon and Joyce Tuitman
Children’s Worship
Today: Ages 3,4—Joann Gerke, Brooke DeVries
Ages 5,6—Valerie Livingston
Oct. 2 Ages 3,4—Harlene Westendorp, April DeVries
Ages 5,6—Mary Flohr
Prayer Family
Keep this family in your prayers this week:
John Crawford
Prayer Ministry
Today: Sandy Stoel October 2: Cindi Coats
Coffee Host/Hostess
Today: Sandie Burke
October 2: Dave and Kay Beach Snacks: Open
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September 19, 2011 by Evie
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Coffee Break/Little Lambs -
will begin this Wednesday, September 21, 9-10:45. All women invited! We will begin with a study of parts of Genesis: the lives of Jacob and Joseph. If you would be interested in helping out with the nursery age children once or twice a month, please contact Marshann Ludema
9-19-2011 Bulletin —-
Welcome
September 18, 2011
We’re glad you’re here!
“ I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! For I have overcome the world.” John 16:33
Morning Worship
Message: A Letter From Home
Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-14
*Page 557 in the blue Bibles
Children’s Worship for ages 3-6 will meet today. Children are dismissed to go downstairs during the offering.
Please join us for coffee and fellowship time following the service this morning.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
This morning we conclude our series on Jeremiah with a letter he sent to a group of Hebrews that had been carried off into exile to Babylon. What would such a letter contain to any of us in the middle of our own personal exile experiences?
The second offering this morning is for the ministry of Larry and Sally Pepper in Tanzania.
Children’s Worship will meet this morning for ages 3-6. Kids may go downstairs during the offering.
Sunday School classes for all ages begins today. Classrooms for preschool thru High School are marked. The Men’s class will meet in the corner of the sanctuary and the Women’s class in the big room downstairs. Parents of grades preschool thru 5th grade, please drop off and pick up your children, as we don’t them unattended.
Sunday School Teachers Roster:
Preschool Mary Flohr
K-2nd Lisa Jackson
3rd-5th Audrey Mason
6th-8th Cindi Coats
HS Becky Oosterhouse
Ladies Robin Bartlett
Men Ben Ridder
Next Sunday during our worship time we will be installing our new office bearers; Dave Beach and Mike Van’t Land as deacons, and Joel Pepper as elder. Those going off consistory this year are elder Doug DeVries and deacons Pat Bartlett and Drew Bomhof. Thank you, men for your good and faithful service!
Consistory meets this Wednesday at 7:00. Pat Bartlett hosting. Both the new members coming in and the members going off are urged to attend this meeting.
“Power of a Whisper” church-wide experience will begin next Sunday. There will be a month of sermons on the subject followed by small group discussions as scheduled by the various groups every other weekend. If you are not a part of one of these groups and would like to be, contact Pastor Ridder.
Tuesday night Prayer and Praise—come and join others in praise and petition at 7:00 pm. If you have a prayer need and can’t be here, please fill out the form in the bulletin and leave it in the prayer room prayer bowl.
Coffee Break/Little Lambs begins this Wednesday, September 21, 9-10:45. All women invited! We will begin with a study of parts of Genesis: the lives of Jacob and Joseph. If you would be interested in helping out with the nursery age children once or twice a month, please contact Marshann Ludema
GEMS Girls Club is gearing up for the beginning of their new season. There will be a staff meeting on Thursday this week, at 6:00 pm in the Library downstairs. Anyone who is interested in being involved in any part of this ministry, please also plan on attending.
Men With Tools are looking for people who need help with re-pair projects. Check your mailboxes for a new work request form. If you or someone you know needs help; neighbor, friend, family member, etc. please fill out the form and return to Jason Flohr’s mailbox or the church office.
Church Family
Congratulations to Grandma Cindi Coats and Great Grandma Joyce Tuitman on the birth of Addison Joy to Brent and Natalie Merritt on September 12.
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Heb. 4:16
Please pray for _________________________________________
______________________________________________________
_______________________________________Date___________
(tear off and place in offering or prayer room bowl.)
ASSIGNMENTS
Nursery
Today: Sara Hyland, Hannah DeJong, Brooke DeVries
Sept. 25: Julie Kastanek, Mycah Ridder, Georgiana Gallardo
Greeters
Today and Sept. 25 Jackie Sheldon and Joyce Tuitman
Children’s Worship
Today: Ages 3,4—Mary Murray
Ages 5,6—Dave Kastanek
Sept. 25: Ages 3,4—Joann Gerke
Ages 5,6—Valerie Livingston
Prayer Family
Keep this family in your prayers this week:
Janet Crawford
Prayer Ministry
Today: Jackie Sheldon Sept. 25: Sandy Stoel
Coffee Host/Hostess
Today: Terri Cappon
Sept. 25: Sandie Burke Snacks: Open
CALENDAR OF THE WEEK
Today 9:30 am—Worship
10:45 am—Sunday School
Monday 7:00 pm—Worship Team
Tuesday 7:00 pm—Prayer and Praise
Wednesday 9:00 am—Coffee Break/Little Lambs
7:00 pm—Consistory
Saturday 10:30 am— Men With Tools
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September 9, 2011 by Evie
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The Power of a Whisper church-wide experience will begin on Sunday morning, September 25. The series of messages will accompany a study guide which the various small groups will be going through together. If you are not part of a small group and would like to be, contact Pastor Ridder. A listing of current groups has been placed in your mailboxes with extras on the back table.
Bulletin =
Welcome =
September 11, 2011
We’re glad you’re here!
“ My heart is steadfast, O God; I will sing and make music with all my soul. Awake, harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn.” Psalm 108:1-2
Morning Worship
Message: “Again and Again and Again”
Scripture: Jeremiah 25:1-5
*Page 554 in the blue Bibles
Children’s Worship for ages 3-6 will meet today. Children are dismissed to go downstairs during the offering.
Please join us for coffee and fellowship time following the service this morning.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
What was the secret to Jeremiah’s persistent ministry? What was behind his tenacious endurance in the face of so much opposition and apathy? That’s what we’ll discover this morning.
The second offering next Sunday will be for our missionary support.
Children’s Worship will meet this morning for ages 3-6. Kids may go downstairs during the offering.
As part of our worship today we receive again and again of our Lord through the sacrament of Holy Communion. All are invited to participate who:
Humble themselves in repentance before God considering their own sin.
Trust in Jesus Christ alone for salvation believing their sins are forgiven wholly by grace for the sake of our Lord’s sacrifice on the cross.
Resolve to live in faith and obedience with his neighbor.
Children who profess a faith in Jesus as Savior are also welcomed.
Congregational Meeting following the service today for the purpose of electing officers. Nominations for deacon are Dave Beach, Eric Stoel, and Mike Van’t Land. Vote for two. Single nomination for elder presented for affirmation: Joel Pepper. All professing members of Harvest Church 18 years and older are eligible to vote.
Sunday School begins next Sunday for all ages, except the pre-school class. Preschool class will begin when we have a teacher for that age group. Anyone willing and able to take those young souls under your loving wing in that setting, please talk with Ken Oosterhouse.
Back to School Bash this afternoon from 2-6 pm. Will all the 2:00 station heads please meet with Jason Flohr at 1:30 for your instructions.
Sunday School Teachers Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow night, from 7:00 to 7:30.
Fellowship Purpose Team will meet on Wednesday at 7:30 pm.
The Power of a Whisper church-wide experience will begin on Sunday morning, September 25. The series of messages will accompany a study guide which the various small groups will be going through together. If you are not part of a small group and would like to be, contact Pastor Ridder. A listing of current groups has been placed in your mailboxes with extras on the back table.
If anyone is interested in doing Power Point for Sunday morning services, please see Rachel Ridder.
Power Point Volunteers. There will be a short meeting following the service this morning.
Anyone interested in being a part of LYT—Lakewood Youth Fellowship—or learning more about it—there will be a breakfast at Kilpatrick UBC at 9:00 am on Saturday, September 17.
Coffee Break/Little Lambs begins Wednesday, September 21, 9-10:45 am for all women and their preschool age children. We are looking for help with the nursery children once or twice a month. If you would be interested in ministering to these little ones, please contact Marshann Ludema
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Heb. 4:16
Please pray for _________________________________________ ______________________________________________________
_______________________________________Date___________
(tear off and place in offering or prayer room bowl.)
ASSIGNMENTS
Nursery
Today: Karen Martin, Taylor Van’t Land, Tre Gallardo
Sept. 18: Sara Hyland, Hannah DeJong, Brooke DeVries
Greeters
Today: Royce and Joyce Wilcox
Sept. 18: Jackie Sheldon and Joyce Tuitman
Children’s Worship
Today: Ages 3,4 Karilynn Ridder
Ages 5, 6—Tamara Reser
Sept. 18: Ages 3,4—Mary Murray
Ages 5,6—Dave Kastanek
Prayer Family
Keep this family in your prayers this week:
C. Coats
Prayer Ministry
Today: Karilynn Ridder Sept. 18: Jackie Sheldon
Coffee Host/Hostess
Today: Joyce Tuitman Sept. 18: Terri Cappon
CALENDAR OF THE WEEK
Today 9:30 am—Worship/Communion Service
10:45 am—Congregational Meeting
Monday 7:00 pm—Worship Team
Tuesday 7:00 pm—Prayer and Praise
Wednesday 7:30 pm—Fellowship Purpose Team
7:00 pm—Community Garden
Bulletin…
Welcome
September 4, 2011
We’re glad you’re here!
“ How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation who say to Zion, “Your God Reigns!”.” Isaiah 52:7
Morning Worship
Message: Disturber of the Peace
Scripture: Jeremiah 19:1-20:6
*Page 550 in the blue Bibles
No Children’s Worship Today
Please join us for coffee and fellowship time following the service this morning.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
This morning we continue to look at the life and times of Jeremiah. The excellent life of faith calls us to be truth tellers against the flow of readily accepted lies and deception. See Jeremiah in action as the prophetic voice of God, disturbing the “peace” that was but a pipedream.
The second offering this morning is for the War Chest of Harvest Church.
Children’s Worship will not meet this morning.
Next Sunday as part of our time together we will celebrate communion with our Lord through the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper.
Congregational Meeting next Sunday following the morning service for election of new officers. Nominated for deacons are Dave Beach, Eric Stoel, and Mike Van’t Land (vote for 2). Joel Pepper will be presented as the single elder nominee for the purpose of affirmation.
Back to School Bash here next Sunday from 2-6. There is still needed some station workers for the various booths. See the sign up sheet on the back table.
Outreach Purpose Group will meet this Tuesday at 7:00.
Discipleship Purpose Group will meet Wednesday night at 7:00.
Sunday School classes for all ages will begin meeting September 18. We still have need of a teacher for this pre-school group. If willing to serve, contact Ken Oosterhouse.
Needed: Children’s Worship Coordinator for this Fall. See Ken Oosterhouse for job description.
Needed: Nursery Coordinator. See Pastor Ridder or call the church office for what this ministry entails.
The Power of a Whisper church-wide experience will begin on Sunday morning, September 25. The series of messages will accompany a study guide which the various small groups will be going through together. If you are not part of a small group and would like to be, contact Pastor Ridder. A listing of current groups has been placed in your mailboxes with extras on the back table.
The September issue of Harvest Times newsletter is in your mailboxes this morning or was emailed to you if you requested it. Visitors, there are extra copies on the back table. Please take one.
If anyone is interested in doing Power Point for Sunday morning services, please see Rachel Ridder.
Advance notice: There will be a quick meeting of all Power Point people directly after the service on Sunday, September 11.
Anyone interested in being a part of LYT—Lakewood Youth Fellowship—or learning more about it—there will be a breakfast at Kilpatrick UBC at 9:00 am on Saturday, September 17.
ASSIGNMENTS
Nursery
Today: Julie Kastanek, Kaity Jackson, Dallas Gallardo
September 11: Karen Martin, Taylor Van’t Land, Tre Gallardo
Greeters
Today and September 11: Royce and Joyce Wilcox
Children’s Worship
Today: Ages 3,4 No meeting
Ages 5,6 No meeting
September 11: Ages 3,4 Karilynn Ridder
Ages 5, 6—Tamara Reser
Prayer Family
Keep this family in your prayers this week:
J. Carr
Prayer Ministry
Today: Joel Pepper September 11: Karilynn Ridder
Coffee Host/Hostess
Today: Carole Jackson September 11: Joyce Tuitman