Commitment to Church Community

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1 CENTRAL AVENUE Christian Reformed Church 259 Central Avenue Holland, MI October 21, 2018 Commitment to Church Community The Son of God, through His Spirit and Word, out of the entire human race, from the beginning of the world to its end, gathers, protects, and preserves for Himself a community chosen for eternal life and united in true faith. Of this community I am and always will be a living member. Heidelberg Catechism Lord s Day 21

2 A warm and loving welcome to everyone as we gather on this God s holy day to worship Him. A special welcome to all of our guests and visitors we are glad you have joined us! Pastor Marc will be leading us and bringing the Word this morning. He will continue the series on Who We Are and Our Commitments to discover what it means to be Christ s Church today. This evening we will welcome Rev. Allen Petroelje to bring the message from God s Word. This is the day that the Lord has made! Let us rejoice and be glad in it! TODAY AT CENTRAL AVENUE 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service with Children s Worship 10:45 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Hosting: FG# 8 (B. Swierenga/B. Ashby) 10:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Voices of Praise Rehearsal 11:00 a.m. Catechism 5:00 p.m. Evening Worship Service NURSERY A.M. Shari Smith/Juliet Troast P.M. Ellen Walters/Ashley Koeman OCTOBER USHERS A.M. Luke Troast Jennifer Cook Lexi Vandeweg Jodi Bruinsma P.M. Robert Swierenga Paul Bult John Vander Schaaf Beth Vandenbroek TODAY S GREETERS Myra Naber/Mary Van Hof Seth and Anne Bushouse TODAY S VISITOR ASSISTANTS Jerry and Myrt De Vries MISSED A SERVICE? CHECK OUT PAST SERVICES ON OUR WEBSITE AT UNDER WORSHIP. CDs for each of our worship services are also available. Contact the church office. MORNING & EVENING WORSHIP SERVICES ARE BROADCAST LIVE ON 96.5 FM AND ALSO ONLINE AT Please note that broadcast on 1260AM has been fixed and is available once again. Please be reminded of our cancellation policy: If there is a tornado watch or warning at the same time as a church activity or worship service, it is automatically canceled. Other cancellations will be announced via , the prayer line and WOOD-TV 8. 1

3 MORNING WORSHIP 9:30 a.m. PRELUDE WELCOME CALL TO WORSHIP Acts 2:42-47 *HYMN: Take My Life and Let It Be - Psalter Hymnal #288 (stanzas 1, 2, 4 and 5) *GOD S GREETING I Corinthians 1:2-3 PROFESSING OUR FAITH Our Commitment to Community Responsive Reading (Adopted by Council) PEOPLE: OUR DESIRE IS TO BE A WELCOMING CHURCH PASTOR: where faithful and effective worship never intentionally stifles hospitality and friendship. PEOPLE: WE SEEK TO WELCOME VISITORS AND AUTHENTICALLY CONVEY WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MEMBER OF THE BODY OF CHRIST. PASTOR: Community and fellowship should naturally be fostered through our worship, discipleship programs, evangelism and mission work as we serve and grow together encouraging one another and engaging God s world. PEOPLE: WE ALSO BELIEVE OUR RELATIONSHIPS DEEPEN INFORMALLY IN AND BEYOND THE WALLS OF OUR LOCAL CHURCH INTO OUR HOMES AND COMMUNITY. PASTOR: Our desire is also to care for those in the household of faith. PEOPLE: COMMUNITY AND FELLOWSHIP PROVIDE CONDUIT FOR THE CONGREGATION TO EXTEND THIS CARE TO ONE ANOTHER SO THAT GENUINE COMMUNITY IS REALIZED IN GOOD AND DIFFICULT TIMES. 2

4 PASTOR: As well, our pastors, elders, and deacons seek to shepherd and care for those in our church family who are elderly, sick, hurting, broken, and in times of special need so that God s love and care is known. PEOPLE: FINALLY, OUR DESIRE IS THAT OUR FACILITIES THEMSELVES INVITE AND INSPIRE GENUINE FELLOWSHIP AND ENGAGEMENT WITH EACH OTHER. *HYMN: Cornerstone with Voices of Praise SEE FOLLOWING PAGE MORNING PRAYER *HYMN: I Need Thee Every Hour - SEE PAGE 5 OFFERTORY and OFFERING: General Fund (Our General Fund offerings help to cover the operational expenses of Central Ave CRC. These expenses include, but are not limited to, Christian education, staffing church programs, utilities, building maintenance, etc.) (Please sign and pass the Fellowship Registers at this time.) (Children ages 3 and 4 are dismissed for Children s Worship.) SCRIPTURE: Various Texts from Scripture MESSAGE: COMMITMENT TO CHURCH COMMUNITY - Christ s Church: We Are Committed sermon series, 3 of 5 PRAYER HYMN: Lord, I Want to Be a Christian in My Heart - Psalter Hymnal #264 (stanzas 1 3) *BENEDICTION 3

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7 *DOXOLOGY: I Love Your Church, O Lord - Psalter Hymnal #510 CCLI# I LOVE YOUR CHURCH, O LORD, THE PEOPLE YOU HAVE CALLED. THE CHURCH OUR BLEST REDEEMER SAVED WITH HIS OWN PRECIOUS BLOOD. SHOULD I WITH SCOFFERS JOIN HER ALTARS TO ABUSE? NO! BETTER FAR MY TONGUE WERE DUMB, MY HAND ITS SKILL SHOULD LOSE. (Please be seated following the doxology.) Update from Kevin Ellerbroek *POSTLUDE *Please stand, if you are able. Participants: Minister of the Word, Pastor Marc Van Berkum Organist, Bea Meier Ministry of Music, Voices of Praise Director, Brian Knot Pianist, Sam Knot; Guitarist, Jake Knot I m so glad I m a part of the family of God! I ve been washed in the fountain, cleansed by His blood! Joint heirs with Jesus as we travel this sod; for I m part of the family, the family of God! 6

8 EVENING WORSHIP 5:00 p.m. PRELUDE WELCOME CALL TO WORSHIP from John 15:13, 10:11b and Ephesians 5:2 PASTOR: Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends. PEOPLE: THE GOOD SHEPHERD LAYS DOWN HIS LIFE FOR THE SHEEP. PASTOR: Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. PEOPLE: LET US PRAISE AND WORSHIP OUR LOVING SAVIOR. *PSALM 103: O Come, My Soul, Sing Praise to God - Psalter Hymnal #297 (stanzas 1, 2 and 3) *GOD S GREETING *PROFESSING OUR FAITH The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ, His only begotten Son, our Lord Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary; suffered under Pontius Pilate; was crucified, dead, and buried; He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven, and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From there He shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit. I believe a holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. AMEN. *RESPONSE: There Is a Redeemer - SEE FOLLOWING PAGE 7

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10 EVENING PRAYER *HYMN: Love Divine, All Loves Excelling - Psalter Hymnal #568 (stanzas 1, 2 and 3) Sung to Tune: BEECHER SCRIPTURE: Jeremiah 31 (p. 782) TEXT: Jeremiah 31:20 Is Ephraim my dear son? Is he my darling child? For as often as I speak against him, I do remember him still. Therefore my heart yearns for him; I will surely have mercy on him, declares the Lord. MESSAGE: THE YEARNING LOVE OF GOD PRAYER OFFERTORY and OFFERING: Wycliffe Bible Translators (Wycliffe Bible Translators is an interdenominational organization mandated to making a translation of the Bible in every living language in the world, especially for cultures with little existing Christian influence.) (Please sign and pass the Fellowship Registers at this time.) *HYMN: I Will Sing of My Redeemer (stanzas 1 and 2) SEE FOLLOWING PAGE *BENEDICTION *DOXOLOGY: I Will Sing of My Redeemer (stanza 4) SEE FOLLOWING PAGE *MOMENT OF REFLECTION *POSTLUDE *Please stand if you are able. Participants: Minister of the Word, Rev. Allen Petroelje Organist, Judy Koeman I am the Lord your God; you are My people. I am your Savior, Preserver, and Rock. I am your God, keeping watch like a Shepherd, caring for Israel, My people, My flock. From I Am the Lord Your God - Psalter Hymnal #199 9

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12 THIS WEEK AT CENTRAL AVENUE Monday 6:30 p.m. Deacons Meeting 6:30 p.m. Elders Meeting 7:30 p.m. Council Meeting Ministry Center Dinner Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. Men s/women s Bible Study Thursday 6:30 a.m. Men s Early Bible Study 2:45 p.m. Kid s Life Friday 9:00 a.m. Prayer Group Collections for October 14, 2018 General Fund $21, Special Mission Commitment $ Moving Forward in Faith and Ministry $95.00 Capital Improvement $30.00 Teen Challenge $1, Collections vs. Budget Y-T-D Budget Y-T-D Receipts General $320, $266, ($20, X Week #) Special Mission Commitment Y-T-D Budget $15, Y-T-D Receipts $10, Moving Forward in Faith and Ministry Y-T-D Receipts $10, Capital Improvement Y-T-D Receipts $2, SHUT-IN OF THE WEEK Ella Groman Waverly Meadows 755 East 16th Street #601 Holland, MI MISSIONARIES OF THE WEEK Rev. Dave and Blanca Giffort Resonate Global Missions in Mexico City NEXT SUNDAY AT CENTRAL AVENUE Reformation Sunday A.M. Minister of the Word Pastor Chad Steenwyk Worship Leader Pastor Marc Van Berkum Message: Commitment to Preaching Offering: Special Mission Commitment Nursery: Jodi Bruinsma/Luke Troast Coffee Fellowship FG#9 (Dave De Vries/Kevin Schierbeek) P.M. Minister of the Word Pastor Marc Van Berkum Message: Lord s Day 7 True Faith Offering: A.T.L.A.S. (Attaining Truth, Love and Self-Control) Nursery: Sue Zwiep/Carol Van Dyke OCTOBER 28 GREETERS Sharon Berkompas/Lynn Slenk Jack and Shar Nykamp OCTOBER 28 VISITOR ASSISTANTS Alice De Ruiter Thelma Pelon 11

13 OUR CHURCH FAMILY CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS Dewey Westra (Royal Park Atrium); Pray that the medications treating Dirk Hollebeek s Graft vs. Host Disease will continue to be effective for him. Following her recent surgery Lois Nienhuis is recovering and receiving therapy at Hallmark Living on 32nd Street but she is making little if any progress. Pain is still severe and they will be seeing Lois doctor tomorrow to try to figure out the cause and more effective treatment for her. Bob Sluiter continues to need our prayers as he gains strength again at home. Gail Zylstra was to have undergone stress tests for her heart issues on Thursday. Pray for good results and that the doctors can determine a good and effective treatment to help her. Continue to lift Jett Ellerbroek up in prayer as well. Hugh Slenk left for Texas this yesterday to serve with World Renew for disaster relief. Pray for him and the efforts of the team that they will accomplish much in the name of the Savior and assist those in need. Please make the following changes in your CHURCH DIRECTORIES: Ron and Betty Compagner 2971 Bayberry Court Holland, MI and Alma Krol has moved to Room #216 at Maplewoods Resthaven where she will receive more personalized care. COFFEE FELLOWSHIP will follow our morning worship service. Hosting: FG#8 (Swierenga/Ashby) Homemade or store bought cookies are needed. Please leave your donations in the kitchen. Thank you!! VOICES OF PRAISE will rehearse this morning during the Sunday School hour upstairs in the Choir room. Children ages 3 and 4 are dismissed this morning for CHILDREN S WORSHIP as indicated in the order of worship. See Youth Corner on page 15. ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL will meet downstairs in the Fellowship Room immediately following worship. Those attending Adult Sunday should get their coffee and cookie at the back of church before going to class. For SUNDAY SCHOOL and CATECHISM information, please see Youth Corner on page 15. The pulpit supply this evening is covering PASTOR CHAD S VACATION this week Thursday through Saturday. If you need assistance, please contact your Fellowship Group elder. All information for the November issue of THE CHANNEL is due today! Thank you! 12

14 CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS cont. CHOIR REHEARSAL: Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. Please join in the Choir Room upstairs. KID S LIFE: Thursday, October 25. Those involved will leave the church at 2:45 p.m. ELDERS and DEACONS meet separately at 6:30 p.m. on Monday then together as the COUNCIL at 7:30 p.m. Agendas and information are in your mailboxes. WEDNESDAY MEN S/WOMEN S BIBLE STUDY will meet at 6:30 p.m. in The Gathering Room to continue their new study of the book of Isaiah. The MEN S EARLY BIRD BIBLE STUDY will meet on Thursday at 6:30 a.m. in the Ministry Center. Copies of lesson #6 are available in the mail room and also online. Men s Refreshments: Andy Visser FRIDAY MORNING PRAYER GROUP will meet at 9:00 a.m. in the Ministry Center. The congregation is invited to a PASTOR APPRECIATION EVENT on Sunday, October 28, after the morning service in the Ministry Center. Cupcakes, coffee and lemonade will be served. Come and express your appreciation to Pastor Chad and Pastor Marc. NOON MEAL for all post-high (college and working) young adults are invited to join us for lunch next Sunday, October 28. Friends are also welcome! We will hang out and play games before lunch as well. Join us for as long as you are able. Please sign up on the sheet at the information table or Velva Yonker at vjvy714@gmail.com. SUNDAY SCHOOL and CATECHISM classes will have Fall Break next Sunday, October 28. Next Sunday we will be celebrating the REFORMATION. November 13 also marks the 400th anniversary of the start of the Synod of Dort which gave us the Canons of Dort as well as much of the organization of our church life today. Our service next Sunday morning will be shaped around the Scriptural doctrines of grace exposed in those Canons. OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: Our GEMS Club are going to be taking care of the Operation Christmas Child boxes this year. There is a table set up at the back of church by the elevator to receive your donations. You should have received a flyer in your mailboxes with more detailed information. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Mast or Shelley Plaggemars. SENIORS: Mark your calendars for the Thursday, November 8, outing to Southside Inn for breakfast at 9:00 a.m. You must sign up so that the restaurant knows for how many to plan and prepare. 13

15 CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS cont. REMINDER: New members are encouraged to have your pictures taken at De Vries Studio in Zeeland for the church pictorial directory. There is no charge to you you just have to make an appointment and tell them it is for the Central Avenue Directory. GENERAL ANNOUCEMENTS MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The annual fundraising dinner for Right to Life of Michigan will be on Tuesday, October 23, at The Pinnacle Center in Hudsonville. Guest Speakers: Alan and Lisa Robertson of Duck Dynasty. Two tables are reserved to fill and Emily Bouwman is inviting you to join her. Please call Emily at for more information or to reserve your spot. ANNUAL MITTEN-PLUS DRIVE: Less than five weeks remains before our Mitten-Plus Drive is over! We need your help to make this year successful. Will you be part of this project by making or purchasing mittens, gloves, scarves, hats, slipper, etc. for need families? This year we especially need larger size mittens/gloves and slippers in all sizes. All donations are greatly appreciated. All items must be new; they can be handmade, machine made or purchased. Donations will be due on at Graafschap CRC on November 24. Questions? Contact Elaine Plaggemars. CELEBRATE LIFE ANNUAL HOLIDAY AUCTION will be held on Thursday, November 29, from 4 8 p.m. with dinner served at 5:30 p.m. Donations are being taken until October 27. You can make a donation of a handcrafted item, service you do, or you may donate a gift card which make great Christmas presents! - or cash donations for gift cards that the staff will purchase for the auction. Again, if you need more information, contact Emily Bouwman. REFORMATION DAY 400th Anniversary of the Synod of Dort: On Wednesday, October 31, at 7:30 p.m. at 14th Street Church (14 West 14th Street) Don Sinnema will present (in costume) the history and significance of this gathering and the Canons that endure. Pastor Chad Steenwyk will respond with contemporary use of the Canons in our churches. 14

16 YOUTH CORNER October 21, 2018 Children's Worship Children ages 3 & 4 are dismissed during morning worship to the Children s Center downstairs for an age-appropriate time of worship together. Parents, please pick your child up at the Children s Center immediately following morning worship. Today s Teacher and Helper: Anne Bushouse and Shari Smith NO CHILDREN S WORSHIP NEXT SUNDAY Fall Break Sunday School for ages 4 through 5th grade will meet today. Children gather in the Children s Center downstairs immediately following morning worship and are dismissed at 11:45 a.m. from their classrooms. Catechism for grades 6th-12th will meet this morning from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. in their various assigned rooms in the Ministry Center. The 6th and 7th grade Catechism class is reminded that They now meet in the GEMS craft room upstairs in the Ministry Center. CADETS: Cadets will not meet this week Wednesday or next week. They will meet again on November 7 for a regular meeting. GEMS: The GEMS also will not meet this week or next. They too will meet again on Wednesday, November 7 for a regular meeting. MIDDLE SCHOOL E.T.C. & High School Youth Group MIDDLE SCHOOL ETC will be heading to Rebounderz in Jenison for an evening of fun, food and fellowship on Friday night, November 9. They will leave the church at 5:15 p.m. and arrive back at 8:30 p.m. HIGH SCHOOL and MIDDLE SCHOOL E.T.C will join again for Youth Group Meeting on Sunday night, November 11. Hosting for the night: Todd and Mary Vander Lugt Jim and Becky Bosch Jon and Jen Peters Advance Notice: The Youth Groups will join together to deliver Christmas cards and greetings to our shut-in members on December 9. Mark your calendars! More detailed information will come to you later. 15