Announcements for 12-3-23 

We are so thankful! Our Community Thanksgiving Meal continues to serve, year 21 of hosting this meal was amazing. This year approximately 208 meals were served. This includes dine-in, pick up and delivery.  Thank you to the many hands and hearts that made this ministry possible.  Donations, volunteers and guests made Thanksgiving Day a blessing.  A special thank you to Amy Hartter for leading so well.  

2024 Birthday and Anniversary calendars will be ready this week. If you would like one, they are available for $5 in the church office. 

Christmas Caroling – We will be caroling December 10 from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. All ages are welcome to participate. There will be a time of fellowship with others afterwards while we enjoy sandwiches and goodies. If you would like to join the caroling fun or provide some goodies, please contact Sharon Postma 712-470-0533.

~Community Christmas Choir: Join the community Christmas choir!  We will sing For Unto Us A Child is Born from Handel's Messiah at the Christmas Eve Service (12/24, 5:30pm).  We will practice every Saturday in December 9:00-10:00 am.  All ages and denominations welcome!  If you can't make at least three rehearsals, contact Valerie for rehearsal resources.  Contact Valerie to sign up: 314-637-8383, frcmusic@premieronline.net.

~RESGEN Men's Summit 2024 is a half-day conference with the mission of encouraging men, ages 17 and up, to grow and fulfill their purpose as leaders, husbands, fathers, and Christ-followers. The theme for this year's event is 'Being a Man of Courage' and features five dynamic sessions, comedy, free resources, and snacks throughout the day.

Cost is $35. Saturday, February 3 from 8 AM-1:30PM at Central Church in Sioux Falls, SD. Register online at resgen.org or sign up at the welcome center. Contact Rob Van Hofwegen for more details.     

~Justice For All is planning a MISSISSIPPI BUS TOUR, highlighting our ministry partners:  John & Vera Mae Perkins Foundation and Voice of Calvary Ministries of Jackson, MS and Mississippi Christian Family Services of Rolling Fork, MS.  The dates are April 3-10, 2024.  Join us, learn, and see how God is using beautiful ministries to share HIS love and hope to those who live in communities of needs in MS.  We’ll also explore the rich history, culture and stories of slavery, Jim Crow, and Civil Rights.  A day in Branson on the way home will round out a great trip!  If you are interested or want more information, please contact Pat Vander Pol at JFA (patvp@jfa-nwiowa.org – 712-476-2804).  

Thanks! 

Club 512 Volunteers for 12-6-23

Games:            1^st & 2^nd                                                   3^rd&4^th                                                5^th&6^th 

                  Maddie VanDerWeerd                     Ephraim Hoefert                                Reece VanderZee

                      Avery Harman                                 Aston Van Beek                                   Trevor Dieren

                    Maddie Huisman                              Liam Vander Zee                                  Gabe Schulte

Snacks:  Debbie Crane                       Meal Helpers:   Tracy Arnold, Glenda Hellenga, Audra Klinkenborg,                        

                  Doris Schneiderman                                             Jill Jansma, Kellie Menning & Amy Sieperda         

Nursing Home Chaperone:   Steve Crane

“For Your steadfast love is before my eyes, and I walk in Your faithfulness.”- Psalm 26:3

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Please pray for…                                                             

Shari Kastein (back surgery)                                                               

Makayla Klarenbeek                                                                            Betty Vanden Heuvel                         

Roger DeBey (knee infection)                                                             Janice Den Besten                                                                               

Karen Flier                                                                                              JoAnn Douglas    

Todd Altman (Jack & Esther Altman’s son)                                      Eldora Krull

Steve Bergeson (Kristi Kahl’s brother-in-law)                                   Judy Netten (knee)              

Melissa Moser (Kathy Moser’s daughter-in-law)                             Mandie Sprock (Marilyn Mammenga’s daughter)

Ellen Schram (Jeff Schram’s mom)                                                    Nancy Bosma (Mary Klinkenborg’s sister)                    

Greyson Austin (Marlene Mellema’s grandson)                              Sheila Haspels

Roger Van Maanen (Heather Van Wyhe’s dad)                              Sandra Smith (Laurie David’s mom) cancer     

Karen DeNoble (Dave DeNoble’s mom)                                            Nancy Aaker (Shari Kastein’s mom)

Doris Iwen (Lance Iwen’s mom)                                                        Cindy Witt

Carlton Woodruff (Rachelle Johnsen’s uncle)                                                                

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Remembering our Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Senior Living Residents:

Edna Jongerius                                                                                    Doris Calkins

Ruth Van Aartsen                                                                                Wilma DeRoo                                                     

Lucille Smit                                                                                           Joyce Mellema

Hermina Gerritsen                                                                              JoEllen Sorgdrager

Harriet Hoff                                                                                          Lloyd Hoefert

Pearl Folkens                                                                                        Darlene Brinkhuis                                                                                                     

Addresses available upon request at church office       

The Todd & Patty Altman family would like to thank you for your ongoing prayers, for reaching out to them during Todd’s cancer journey, for being so thoughtful and generous. They appreciate the continued support that brings them strength and hope.

The December Bridge is now available in the clear boxes next to the mailboxes.

Church office hours: ~ Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9-1 & Friday 9-12.

*Bulletin announcements need to be to the office by Thursday at 9am for the Sunday bulletin

FIRST REFORMED CHURCH
 WORSHIP SERVICE
 December 3, 2023 at 9:30am

Prelude: Ethanie and Ellea Pulscher

WE APPROACH GOD

Welcome /Announcements/ Prayer

Ministry of Music: Cherub Choir

Lighting the Advent Candle: Lyman Family

Mission Minute: Touch of Hope Webert Raymond 

Praise Service:

Hark The Herald Angels Sing

O Come All Ye Faithful

Away In A Manger

Congregational Prayer

*4-5 yr. olds dismissed for Children & Worship*

WE HEAR GODS WORD

Scripture: Genesis 3: 15

Message: Christmas in Genesis?

WE RESPOND TO GOD

Closing Song: Silent Night

Benediction

Sending Chorus: Silent Night

*6^th Grade and below may exit for Sunday School*

Mission statement: “TO SHARE THE GOOD NEWS OF JESUS”

 Serving us this week 12-3-23 

DOOR GREETERS- (N) Colin & Rachelle Johnson (S) Bob & Barb Dreke (SE) Dale & Jill Jansma

NURSERY- Joel Vis Family & Jacob Van Aartsen

COMMON GROUND (before worship)- Ruben & Jean Fick

COFFEE BREAK (following worship)- Bob & Barb Tilstra

MINISTRY OF MUSIC- Cherub Choir                    

CHILDREN & WORSHIP:  Leader: Jess Drewes    Helper: Brooklyn Timmerman

SOUND SYSTEM- Matt Kock

VIDEO TAPING- Eric Arnold

PROCLAIM PRESENTER- Caitlin Huisman

MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Brenda VanHofwegen

SUNDAY SCHOOL PRAYER LEADER: Cheryl Van Beek

SUNDAY SCHOOL COOKIES: Kellie Menning

SUNDAY SCHOOL HALL MONITOR: Josie Moser

VAN DRIVER: Paul Van Whye

*THE LOOSE OFFERING- Benevolent Fund

Serving us next week 12-10-23

DOOR GREETERS- (N) Bruce & Rachel Eckenrod (S) Jerry & Jill Pytleski (SE) Roger & Carol Oliver 

NURSERY-Wendy & Caitlin Huisman

COMMON GROUND (before worship)- Girls League

COFFEE BREAK (following worship)- Girls League

MINISTRY OF MUSIC- Handbells                

CHILDREN & WORSHIP:     Leader: Jen Lincecum     Helper: Alexis & Emory Lincecum

SOUND SYSTEM- Curt Dieren

VIDEO TAPING- Justin Groen 

PROCLAIM PRESENTER- Elise Kahl

MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Scott Hunt

SUNDAY SCHOOL PRAYER LEADER: Fred Tilstra

SUNDAY SCHOOL COOKIES: Laureen Schram

SUNDAY SCHOOL HALL MONITOR: Myranda Moser

VAN DRIVER: Dale Klarenbeek

*THE LOOSE OFFERING- General Fund

Sunday School 11-26-23

                              Last Year’s Attendance: 93                                      Last Week’s Attendance: 110

                              Last Year’s Offering: $88.00                                    Last Week’s Offering: $60.00

Upcoming Events  

SUNDAY 12-3-23:

Sunday School lesson: Session 3: Jesus Was Raised/ The Risen King

4pm Sunday School Christmas Program

MONDAY 12-4-23:

TUESDAY 12-5-23: 

WEDNESDAY 12-6-23:

9-11am MOPS

2:30pm Club 512

5-6:15pm Midweek Meal *everyone is welcome*

6:30pm Jr. RCYF

8pm Sr. RCYF                                                                                      

THURSDAY 12-7-23:   

FRIDAY 12-8-23:   

8am Men’s Bible Study

SATURDAY 12-9-23:

9am Community Choir Rehearsal

SUNDAY 12-10-23: 

9am Evangelism Committee Meeting

Sunday School Lesson: Session 4: Jesus is Our Perfect King/ The Conquering King 

2-4pm Christmas Caroling (around Rock Rapids)