9:00 am Blended Worship - October 11, 2015

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1 9:00 am Blended Worship - October 11, 2015 Prelude: Processional - Charles Callahan Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise - arr. Michael Burkhardt Welcome - Peter Semeyn, Lead Pastor Choral Introit: Blessing, Glory, Wisdom Lord, Our Lord, Your Glorious Name Lord, our Lord, your glorious name all your wondrous works proclaim In the heavens with radiant signs evermore your glory shines How great your name! Lord, our Lord, in all the earth, how great your name Yours the name of matchless worth, excellent in all the earth How great your name Who are we that we should share in your love and tender care Raised to an exalted height, crowned with honor in your sight With dominion crowned, we stand over the creatures of your hand All to us subjection yield, in the sea and air and field Praise the Lord! Sing Hallelujah Praise the Lord! Sing hallelujah! Come, our great Redeemer praise I will sing the glorious praises of my God through all my days Put no confidence in princes, nor on human help depend They shall die, to dust returning; all their thoughts and plans shall end Praise the Lord! Sing hallelujah! Come, our great Redeemer praise I will sing the glorious praises of my God through all my days Over all God reigns forever; through all ages he is King Unto him, your God, O Zion, joyful hallelujahs sing

2 Responsive Reading from Psalm 105 Leader: Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name All: Make known among the nations what he has done Leader: Sing praise to him, sing praise to him All: Tell of all his wonderful acts Leader: Glory in his holy name All: Let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice Leader: Look to the Lord and his strength All: We will always seek his face I Come With Joy I come with joy, a child of God, forgiven loved and free The life of Jesus to recall in love laid down for me I come with Christians far and near to find, as all are fed The new community of love in Christ s communion bread As Christ breaks bread and bids us share, each proud division ends The love that made us makes us one and strangers now are friends Greetings - Lisa Capozzoli, Director of Care & Community Choir Anthem: Immortal Love, Forever Full Prayer - Caryn Rivadeneira Speak, O Lord Speak, O Lord, as we come to you to receive the food of your holy word Take your truth, plant it deep in us; Shape and fashion us in your likeness That the light of Christ might be seen today In our acts of love and our deeds of faith Speak, O Lord, and fulfill in us all your purposes for your glory Teach us Lord full obedience, holy reverence, true humility Test our thoughts and our attitudes in the radiance of your purity Cause our faith to rise, cause our eyes to see your majestic love and authority Words of power that can never fail; Let their truth prevail over unbelief Speak, O Lord, and renew our minds Help us grasp the heights of your plans for us Truths unchanged from the dawn of time, that will echo down through eternity

3 And by grace we ll stand on your promises And by faith we ll walk as you walk with us Speak, O Lord, till your church is built and the earth is filled with your glory Message: Drawing People to Know Jesus - Peter Semeyn, Lead Pastor Luke 6:17-19; John 17:1-3, Prayer of Application The offering is for the Elmhurst Ministries Fund To God Be the Glory To God be the glory, great things he has done So loved he the world that he gave us his Son Who yielded his life an atonement for sin And opened the lifegate that all may go in Praise the Lord, praise the Lord; let the earth hear his voice Praise the Lord, praise the Lord; let the people rejoice O come to the Father through Jesus the Son And give him the glory; great things he has done O perfect redemption, the purchase of blood To every believer the promise of God The vilest offender who truly believes That moment from Jesus a pardon receives I Come With Joy The Spirit of the risen Christ, unseen, but ever near Is in such friendship better know, alive among us here A cloud of loving witnesses surrounds us while we sing As all the saints, forgiven, loved, immortal praises bring Together met, together bound by all that God has done We'll go with joy to give the world the love that makes us one Sending & Blessing Postlude: You Are the Vine - arr. Tim Doran Choir Director - Marve Wolterstorff, Organist - Mary Reitsma, Pianist - Dina Zeilstra

4 10:30 am Contemporary Worship - October 11, 2015 Prelude Welcome - Peter Semeyn, Lead Pastor Desert Song This is my prayer in the desert, when all that's within me feels dry This is my prayer in my hunger and need, my God is the God who provides This is my prayer in the fire, in weakness or trial or pain There is a faith proved of more worth than gold So refine me Lord through the flame I will bring praise; I will bring praise No weapon formed against me shall remain I will rejoice; I will declare God is my victory and he is here This is my prayer in the battle, when triumph is still on its way I am a conqueror and co-heir with Christ, so firm on his promise I'll stand All of my life in every season you are still God I have a reason to sing; I have a reason to worship This is my prayer in the harvest, when favour and providence flow I know I'm filled to be emptied again, the seed I've received I will sow God You Reign You paint the night, you count the stars and you call them by name The skies proclaim, God you reign Your glory shines, you teach the sun when to bring a new day Creation sings, God you reign God you reign, God you reign; Forever and ever, God you reign You part the seas, you move the mountains with the words that you say My song remains, God you reign You hold my life, you know my heart and you call me by name I live to say, God you reign

5 Responsive Reading from Psalm 105 Leader: Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name All: Make known among the nations what he has done Leader: Sing praise to him, sing praise to him All: Tell of all his wonderful acts Leader: Glory in his holy name All: Let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice Leader: Look to the Lord and his strength All: We will always seek his face Wonderful Merciful Savior Wonderful merciful Savior, precious Redeemer and friend Who would have thought that a Lamb could rescue the souls of men Oh you rescue the souls of men You are the One that we praise, you are the One we adore You give the healing and grace our hearts always hunger for Oh our hearts always hunger for Counselor Comforter Keeper, Spirit we long to embrace You offer hope when our hearts have hopelessly lost the way Oh we hopelessly lost the way Almighty infinite Father, faithfully loving your own Here in our weakness you find us falling before your throne Oh we're falling before your throne Greetings Be Still Speak, O Lord Speak, O Lord, as we come to you to receive the food of your holy word Take your truth, plant it deep in us; Shape and fashion us in your likeness That the light of Christ might be seen today In our acts of love and our deeds of faith Speak, O Lord, and fulfill in us all your purposes for your glory Teach us Lord full obedience, holy reverence, true humility Test our thoughts and our attitudes in the radiance of your purity Cause our faith to rise, cause our eyes to see your majestic love and authority Words of power that can never fail; Let their truth prevail over unbelief

6 Speak, O Lord, and renew our minds Help us grasp the heights of your plans for us Truths unchanged from the dawn of time, that will echo down through eternity And by grace we ll stand on your promises And by faith we ll walk as you walk with us Speak, O Lord, till your church is built and the earth is filled with your glory Message: Drawing People to Know Jesus - Peter Semeyn, Lead Pastor Luke 6:17-19; John 17:1-3, The offering is for the Elmhurst Ministries Fund More and More To know you as my Father, to know you as my King To know in your Resurrection, power and suffering To know you as my Teacher, to know you as my Light To know you as the Lamp unto my feet all through the night Oh, I want to know you deeper than before Oh, oh I want to know you, more and more To know you as my Healer, to know you as my Love To know you as my Advocate to heaven s throne above To know you as my Savior, to know you as my Lord To know you as the coming King who reigns forevermore To know you as Forgiver, to know you as my Friend To know you as my comforter when all is crashing in Your Name Prayer of Application Sending & Blessing Postlude Worship Team - Doug Bardolph, Bethany DeHaan, Kyle Olson, Nina Schroeder, Steve VanHout, Dan Vlcek, Cindy Vos, Kimmy Vos Zandstra

7 TODAY AT ELMHURST CRC The Gospels remind us that whenever Jesus taught he drew crowds. Jesus interacted with crowds in such a way so that they could get to know him intimately, fully and forever. As an attractional church we need to ask ourselves these questions: Are there barriers here that might prevent people from coming to know Jesus? Are we truly accepting of everyone? Once people are here, what are the chances of them actually getting to know Jesus and how will that happen? Are we doing all we can to be hospitable? NEXT WEEK AT ELMHURST CRC The God who began a good work in us promises to be faithful to bring it to completion (Philippians 1:6). We are God s image bearers seeking to become more and more like Jesus. We are not hopeless, but hope-filled because of this fact! We will be joined in worship by the Spirito Singer's Bravura choir (9th- 12th grade young women) at both of our worship services.you can read Philippians 1:3-11 to prepare for this worship service. OUR CHURCH FAMILY Congratulations to Jena Wagner & Matt Venhousen, who were married in Chicago on October 2. May God bless their marriage as they establish their home together. ANNOUNCEMENTS Children's Worship (ages 3-5th grade) meets each Sunday at the 9:00 am and 10:30 am services. Parents have the option of sending their children for the full hour or start with family worship in the sanctuary and send them down midway into the service. We believe that a small group is the best place to connect with others while experiencing sustained life change. In these groups, people study God s Word and discuss the issues and challenges of life. It s also where people pray together, care for one another and are missed if they don t show up. We want to create small groups that meet on a regular basis to Connect, Grow, Serve and Share. Sign up today in the lobby. Attention parents of college students: It is time to sign up your student for the goodies boxes! Sign up binder is at the information desk. Be sure to include their full mailing address. Students will receive one in December and one in April. Questions? Contact Bev Visser at or bjvisser@comcast.net. Join us for GROW October 13, 7-8:45 pm for Anita Lustrea, author, speaker, spiritual director, and former co-host of Moody's Midday Connection radio show, who will speak on "Unwrapping Lazarus: Taking Our Grave Clothes Off". GROW is a free event for all women. Bring a friend! Next Sunday (and the third Sunday of every month) you are welcome to bring donations of nonperishable food items, paper goods, and hygiene products in support of the food pantry at the Yorkfield Presbyterian Church. Please drop off items to the area by the information center. Thank you!

8 The 2nd annual ECRC Men s Retreat will take place on October 23 and 24. The group will arrive at Lake Geneva Youth Camp by 8 pm Friday and will leave to return home by 9 pm on Saturday. Cost is $95 (covers housing, 3 meals on Saturday, and study materials), and participants will be going through a FamilyLife event by Dennis Rainey called Stepping Up: A Call to Courageous Manhood. Register online at elmhurstcrc.org/events/mens-retreat. Please join us November 11 from 5:30-6:30 pm in the Garden Room for our Harvest Community Supper. We will have a delicious meal that you can share with friends and family of ECRC! The cost is your donation. To register dinners@elmhurstcrc.org. SERVE There is still room for you to participate in these impactful programs, as we train the next generation to be water and light in our world. Please consider the following opportunities: LITTLE LAMBS 1 Creative Learning Teacher & Head Craft Leader (Wednesday AM alternate weeks), 2 Bible Teachers (Wednesday AFT alternate weeks) Contact: Lynda.Clousing@elmhurstcrc.org or GEMS Counselors for 4th and 6th grades: A lesson is provided for you each week. You lead the girls through their lesson and attend crafts and games with them. This is a twice a month position, 2 nd and 4 th Wednesdays of the month from 6:15-7:45 pm. Contact: Chris Kocol or Tania Molendyk at gems@elmhurstcrc.org CADETS Men with special skills or interesting hobbies to share at a meeting Contact: Doug Slinkman at cadets@elmhurstcrc.org NURSERY Volunteers (ages 5th grade through adults) needed for our precious babies and children at the 9 and 10:30 am Sunday services Contact: Michelle.DeJong@elmhurstcrc.org CHILDREN S WORSHIP 9:00 Service: Small Group Leaders (During the large group time you sit with the children and worship and listen with them. For the small group time you lead your group through a variety of activities discussion, game or craft, and prayer time. Small group time is usually around 20 minutes. The lesson plan and materials are provided for you. It is a fun role where you really get to know the kids) for 1st/2nd grades and 3rd-5th grades, once a month; Large Group Story Teller (For this role you get to tell the Bible story to the group of children. You will be given a script in advance that you may use word for word or add in your own points and ideas. The script varies sometimes you read the story, sometimes

9 you have a couple of children come up and help you act it out, etc, but it is planned for you. All of the props and materials are provided), once or twice a month 10:30 Service: Small Group Leaders for 2nd/3rd grade boys, 2nd/3rd grade girls, 4th/5th grade girls, once a month; Helpers to be an extra pair of adult hands in the room for a large, fun group of 1st graders, once or twice a month; Buddy for a 3rd grade student, to attend Children s Worship with them and help them stay on task and focused. Not in charge of any planning. Once or twice a month Contact: Kara.Hackert@elmhurstcrc.org STUDENT MINISTRIES middle school boys small group leaders, middle school girls small group leaders, high school girls small group leaders, technical leaders, drama and activity leaders, host homes for small groups to meet in, and event Helpers (one-time commitment). Contact: Andy at andrew.pasek@elmhurstcrc.org or COMMUNITY Join CareNet Pregnancy Services of DuPage at their annual banquet on October 22 at 6:15 pm at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. Keynote speaker will be John Stonestreet. CareNet reaches out to women in unplanned pregnancies with free counseling, ultrasound and material goods support. Contact Amy VanderMolen at jerryamyv@comcast.net for reservations. It s time to order your Banket (Bahn-ket), a traditional Dutch pastry of almond filling in a rolled stick of flaky crust, from the annual Timothy Christian Schools sale. It is sold three sticks to a package for $20, frozen with baking instructions. Be sure to place your order early online at Also available: 1 pound packages of almond paste for $6 each, or a 9 pound tub for $54. TCS is also looking for volunteers to help make the Banket on October 28 and 29. For ordering and volunteering info go to timothychristian.com today! Don't miss Timothy Christian's 2nd annual Mighty Trojan Moms Conference on November 6, 6:30-9:30pm. Women of all ages will be joining together for fellowship, fun and worship for an Ultimate Ladies Night Out. Sign up by October 12 to receive a goodie bag with your registration. Providence Life Services is hosting the 55th annual Torchlight on November 6 at the Union League Club (65 W. Jackson, Chicago). To make reservations call The No Frills Fun Run is a 13.1 or 6.55 mile race held in Elmhurst from which all proceeds raised benefit one local family. The organizers are currently seeking a beneficiary for their 5th annual race which will be held on February 28, Nomination forms are available at nofrillsfunrun.org and families must meet two criteria in order to be selected as the beneficiary family: 1)The family has been faced with a serious illness or death in the immediate family that has caused financial hardship, 2) The family must reside in Elmhurst, or have children who attend a school in Elmhurst (example: a family who resides in Villa Park who has children attending Timothy Christian Schools would be eligible). If you have any questions please contact nofrillsfunrun@yahoo.com.

10 Sunday, :00 am Blended Worship 9:00 am Men s Fraternity 9:00 am College Men s Group 9:00 am Children s Worship, 3 yrs- 5th 10:00 am Coffee & Community (Garden Rm) 10:30 am Contemporary Worship 10:30 am Children s Worship, 3 yrs- 5th 11:30 am Coffee & Community (Garden Rm) 12:30 pm SHE Single Moms Ministry 5:00 pm Handbell Rehearsal 5:30 pm Student Ministries WEEK AT A GLANCE Wednesday, (continued) 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal 7:30 pm ESO Rehearsal Thursday, :00 am Men s Fraternity 9:00 am Little Lambs 9:00 am Coffee Break Bible Study 9:00 am Men s Bible Study 4:45 pm Spotlight Youth Theater 7:00 pm ESO Rehearsal Friday, Saturday, :30 am Prayer Group 7:00 pm ESO Concert Monday, :00 pm Elders Meeting Tuesday, :00 am Men s Fraternity 9:00 am Little Lambs 12:30 pm Coffee Break Leaders Meeting 6:30 pm Journey to the Center of the Church 7:00 GROW Wednesday, :00 am Little Lambs 9:00 am Coffee Break Bible Study 12:30 pm Little Lambs 12:30 pm Coffee Break Bible Study 6:15 pm Little Lambs 6:15 pm GEMS 7:00 pm Evening Coffee Break Bible Study 7:00 pm Men s Fraternity Sunday, :00 am Blended Worship 9:00 am Men s Fraternity 9:00 am College Men s Group 9:00 am Children s Worship, 3 yrs- 5th 9:00 am Food Pantry Collection 10:00 am Coffee & Community (Garden Rm) 10:30 am Contemporary Worship 10:30 am Children s Worship, 3 yrs- 5th 11:30 am Coffee & Community (Garden Rm) 5:00 pm Handbell Rehearsal 5:30 pm Student Ministries 6:00 pm Small Groups

11 WELCOME We re glad you re here. NEW? We would love to meet you. Please fill out a welcome card and place it in the offering basket. Join us for coffee in the lobby after the service. Stop by the Information Center and let us know you re new. SUNDAY SERVICES 9:00 am Blended Worship Service 10:30 am Contemporary Worship Service CHILDREN Nursery is available for children 0 to 36 months old. Children s Worship (10:00) meets for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the lower level RESOURCES Assisted listening devices are available from an usher or sound booth at the rear of sanctuary Large print bulletins are available in the Worship Center inside the doors PRAYER PARTNERS Prayer partners are available after each service to pray with in the west rear of the Worship Center GROW AND SERVE ADULT MINISTRIES: Find opportunities to grow and serve in Small Groups, Coffee Break Community Bible Study, Men s Fraternity, MOPS, GROW, Prime Time (55+) and more. STUDENT MINISTRIES Grow together, enjoy relationships, be encouraged and empowered with our student ministry programs; Maximum Velocity (6-8th grade) and The EDGE (9th-12 grade) CHILDREN S MINISTRIES We love children, and want to help raise up children that love God and serve him. From Nursery (0-3 years old), Little Lambs (3-6 years old), Pathfinders and Cadets (1st-8th grade boys), to GEMS (1st-8th grade girls), and much more. More growing and serving opportunities online at elmhurstcrc.org Pastors: Rev. Peter Semeyn - Lead Pastor, Dir. of Outreach peter.semeyn@elmhurstcrc.org Rev. Gregg DeMey - Associate Pastor, Dir. of Worship gregg.demey@elmhurstcrc.org Complete announcements are at elmhurstcrc.org/this Week or scan the QR code below.