August 31, 2014-10:00 Worship Prelude Welcome - Rev. Peter Semeyn Lord Most High From the ends of the earth (echo) From the depths of the sea (echo) From the heights of the heavens (echo) (all) Your name be praised From the hearts of the weak (echo) From the shouts of the strong (echo) From the lips of all people (echo) (all) This song we raise, Lord Throughout the endless ages, You will be crowned with praises, Lord, most high Exalted in every nation, sovereign of all creation Lord most high, be magnified Hosanna I see the King of Glory, coming on the clouds with fire The whole earth shakes, the whole earth shakes I see his love and mercy, washing over all our sin The people sing, the people sing Hosanna, hosanna! Hosanna in the highest Hosanna, hosanna! Hosanna in the highest I see a generation, rising up to take their place
With selfless faith, with selfless faith I see a near revival stirring as we pray and seek We're on our knees, we're on our knees Heal my heart and make it clean; open up my eyes to the things unseen Show me how to love like You have loved me Break my heart for what breaks Yours; everything I am for your Kingdom's cause As I walk from earth into eternity A Prayer For Our Work Leader: Lord God, This Labor Day Weekend, we thank you for the gift of work All: We pray for those who work in business and industry who work in homemaking who work in medicine who work in education Leader: We pray for those who work in agriculture work work in government who work in the arts for those who work in service to others All: We pray for those who begin new careers who struggle in their work who are seeking new or different jobs who are retired or anticipating retirement who are unemployed or underemployed Leader: Give us joy in our work, And in using our gifts and talents we receive from you All: Give us joy in doing all our work to your honor and glory Equip us to labor in ways that promote justice and peace Equip us to be ministers of your peace in a world that cries for peace. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.
My Jesus I Love Thee My Jesus, I love thee, I know thou art mine, For thee all the follies of sin I resign. My gracious Redeemer, my Savior art thou If ever I loved thee, my Jesus tis now. I love thee because thou hast first loved me, and purchased my pardon on Calvary s tree. I love thee for wearing the thorns on thy brow; If ever I loved thee, my Jesus tis now. In mansions of glory and endless delight I ll ever adore thee in heaven so bright I ll sing with the glittering crown on my brow If ever I loved thee, my Jesus tis now. I Am Yours Take my life and let it be consecrated Lord to thee Take my moments and my days, let them flow in ceaseless praise Let them flow in ceaseless praise Take my hands and let them move at the impulse of thy love Take my feet and let them be swift and beautiful for thee Swift and beautiful for Thee I am yours, set apart for you, I am yours hungry for your truth Take my life, you are all I live for, I am yours Take my will and make it thine, it shall be no longer mine Take my heart it is thine own, it shall be thy royal throne It shall be thy royal throne Greetings - Paul Daly, Director of Discipleship Congregational Prayer Announcements Offertory: Everyone Needs a Little The offering is for the Elmhurst Ministries Fund Message: Love Never Fails - Rev. Peter Semeyn
This Is My Desire (I Give You My Heart) This is my desire, to honor you, Lord with all my heart I worship you All I have within me, I give you praise All that I adore is in you Lord, I give you my heart, I give you my soul I live for you alone Every breath that I take, every moment I m awake Have your way in me Blessing Pass the Peace Postlude Worship Team: Doug Bardolph, Justin Bardolph, Angela Buikema, David Hendricks, Andy Pasek
This week we draw our Summer of Love series to a close with the phrase love never fails (I Cor. 13:8). God chooses to love us. We don t deserve God s love, nor can we earn it. He simply lavishes us with His love and encourages us to do that with others. We will use a lesson from the nation of Israel to demonstrate God s love. NEXT WEEK AT ELMHURST CRC We resume our regular pattern of worshipping at 8:55 and 11:05 a.m. as we begin a new series on the book of Ephesians. The Apostle Paul begins this letter to his favorite church by describing to them what it truly means to be "blessed." Please read Ephesians 1:3-14 to prepare for this worship service. OUR CHURCH FAMILY Journey to the Center of the Church is a three-week class to help prepare you for membership at Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church. Classes will be held on Tuesday, September 23, 30, and October 7 from 6:30-8:30 pm. If you re interested in becoming part of the Elmhurst CRC family, please call the church office at 630-600-5043 to register, or speak to Pastor Gregg DeMey. Attending the classes does not obligate you to become a member, so feel free to attend even if you re simply curious. Childcare available, advance notice required. Confidential Prayer Chain: To send prayer requests or to be added to the prayer chain, e-mail prayer@elmhurstcrc.org or call Dianne Zunkel at 630-530-7822. ANNOUNCEMENTS All are invited to attend the Annual Combined Labor Day Service this evening at Faith CRC (1070 South Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst) at 6 p.m. Dr. David Armstrong will be leading the service. Dr. Armstrong was ordained in 1965 and served churches in Pennsylvania and Illinois. He was a pastor at Elmhurst CRC for 22 years and received his doctorate from Fuller Theological Seminary. Dr. Armstrong, who has lived in Elmhurst since 1986, is enjoying his retirement with his wife, one daughter and five grandchildren. This year s host church, Western Springs CRC, hopes to see you there! My Brother's Kitchen is a ministry in the Lawndale area that ECRC partners with on the second Saturday of each month. Volunteers help set up, serve a hot meal to the residents in the area, and clean up. Time frame is about 9 a.m. -1 p.m. on the designated day. This is a great opportunity for small groups, neighborhood groups or families to do together- or you can sign up individually as well. Contact Bob Keizer at rnckeizer@prodigy.net for more information or to select a date. We desperately need September volunteers to help us fill our commitment to them. It's Diaper Derby time again. We'll be collecting name brand baby items and gently worn or new clothes for the moms of CareNet of DuPage. The need, of course, is ongoing, and we are grateful for your faithful donations in the past and to the CareNet Cube. This event runs from
September 7 through October 6. Thank you in advance for your generosity, as these events are an important part of this ministry. The Thursday morning men's group will begin on Thursday, September 11 at 9 in the conference room. We will discuss "Commonly Misunderstood Verses of the Bible" (a course from Western Seminary). The fee for materials is $5. All men are invited. All women are invited to join us at our first GROW Women's Ministry meeting of the year on Tuesday, September 9, at 7 p.m. in the Garden Room. Our speaker will be Pastor Tracey Bianchi from Christ Church of Oak Brook. She will speak about finding your calling and purpose in her talk, "True You." We will also have time for fellowship, treats and giveaways. Come and join us at GROW this year! Coffee Break begins on September 17 and 18. Our fall study is "Our Faithful Friend: Embracing God's Intimacy." Everyone is welcome, no matter what their level of Bible knowledge. This is also a great opportunity to invite a friend or neighbor. For more information and to register online visit elmhurstcrc.org/coffeebreak. Auditions for the Contemporary Worship Team. Are you interested in singing or playing an instrument with the Contemporary Worship Team? We're holding auditions on Wednesday, September 10. For more information or to schedule a time, please email Doug at doug.bardolph@elmhurstcrc.org. All are welcome to be a part of our chancel choir this year as we help in leading the 8:55 service. Rehearsals will begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 10 - only an hour of singing and fun. Hope to see former members and lots of new faces! Prime Time (formerly Elmhurst Senior Ministry), a ministry for those 55 and older, invites you to our fall kick-off event. On Wednesday, September 10, at 1 pm, Alan Atwood will present his new one man play, Joseph. In his signature style, Alan plays a multitude of modern characters - some comic, some serious - that parallel the life of Joseph and bring us face to face with people surrounding his story. The story revolves around the themes of forgiveness and reconciliation - something we can all relate to - and God s power to help us achieve both. The play will take place at Elmhurst CRC, and refreshments will be served following the program. To register call Bert or Celia DeJong at (630) 530-2924. Donations to help defray the cost of the event will be accepted. GEMS needs you! We are looking for GEMS counselors for 5th grade, 6th grade, and 7th grade girls. This is a really fun way to serve! If you are interested please contact Chris Kocol at vppeach333@yahoo.com.
Pathfinders is looking for leaders for 1st and 3rd grades! Please prayerfully consider joining our team. Contact Stefanie Lemkuil at slemkuil@yahoo.com if you are interested. Elim s Annual Dutch Festival offers fun for the whole family! Held on the grounds of Elim Christian Services (13020 S. Central Avenue, Palos Heights) on Saturday, September 27, the 19th Annual Elim Dutch Festival will kick off with a pancake breakfast at 7:30 am. The festivities continue until 4 p.m., offering entertainment, Dutch Village shops, a farmer s market, kids activities, as well as Dutch and American foods. Parking is free and all festival proceeds benefit Elim s children and adults with disabilities. Questions? Contact Elim at (708) 293-6509 or visit www.elimcs.org. To cancel a meeting, please call Jack Lanenga at 630-600-5072. Sunday, 08-31-14 10:00 am Summer Worship Service 10:00 am Children s Worship, 3 yrs-5 th (LL East) Monday, 09-01-14 6:00 am Men s Fraternity Wednesday, 09-03-14 6:00 pm Prayer Group (Prayer Room) Thursday, 09-04-14 4:45 pm Spotlight Youth Theater (LL East) Friday, 09-05-14 6:00 am Men s Fraternity Saturday, 09-06-14 7:00 am Organist Rehearsal (Worship Center) Sunday, 09-07-14 8:55 am Blended Worship 10:00 am Children s Worship 10:00 am Family Communion Talk 10:00 am Sunday Morning Live 10:00 am Roaring 20s 11:05 am Contemporary Worship Church office hours are: Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am to 5 p.m. Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m Sunday worship services are streamed live and archived for viewing on the web via LIVESTREAM. (http://new.livestream.com/ecrc) For much more info, weekly events, or to give online connect with us at elmhurstcrc.org.
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. CONNECT Connect with others via small group Bible studies and/or a variety of ministries for men, women, couples, singles, special needs, students and preschoolers. Visit us online at elmhurstcrc.org/connect or contact marcia.huizinga@elmhurstcrc.org. GROW AND SERVE Out of gratitude we serve. Find opportunities to love God and serve others locally and globally at elmhurstcrc.org/serve. CARE Our pastors, deacons and elders are available to respond to your spiritual, physical, emotional and financial needs through prayer, caring and connection to local resources. Go to elmhurstcrc.org/contact. SUNDAY SERVICE Service is at 10:00 am Nursery is available for children 0 to 36 months old. Children s Worship meets for children 3 years old thru 5 th grade. Assisted listening devices are available from an usher or sound booth at rear of sanctuary. Large print bulletins are available in the Worship Center inside the doors. Pastors: Rev. Peter Semeyn - Lead Pastor, Dir. of Outreach - 630.600.5029 peter.semeyn@elmhurstcrc.org Rev. Gregg DeMey - Associate Pastor, Dir. of Worship - 630.600.5030 gregg.demey@elmhurstcrc.org Complete announcements are at elmhurstcrc.org/this Week or scan the QR code below.