ANNOUNCEMENTS

Club 512 Volunteers for April 7, 2021:

Games

1^st/2^nd  Alex Lyman           3^rd/4^th   Emerson Kelderman      5^th/6^th   Bucky Thomas

             Kadence Boender                Ashlyn Murray                              Bryce VandeWeerd

            Jaina Groen                          Ethan Hoefert                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Nursery                                                  Snacks                                        Midweek Meal 

Kay Wynia                                         Doris Schneiderman                   Glenda Hellenga                                                                  Linda Jansma                               Audra Klinkenborg

                                                                                                                   Jen Lincecum

                                                                                                                   Sara Hrdlicka

                                                                                                                   Jill Jansma

Northwestern College’s A cappella Choir Concert: Please join us for a concert by Northwestern College’s A cappella Choir on Sunday, April 11, at 9:30 a.m. The choir’s touring program includes much variety in subject, language and style, including sacred favorites, spirituals, works without text, and Taiwanese music. The ensemble has performed across the U.S. and abroad. The concert is free; the public is invited to attend.

Open Hymn Sing: All are welcome to join the Northwestern College A Cappella Choir after church on 4/11 in the sanctuary for an open hymn sing.  Bring your favorite hymn and enjoy making music with some talented musicians.

YOUTH NEWS:

EASTER BAGS- We are collecting backpacks and duffle bags for our friends at SYS in Magnolia.  Here’s a message from their director: “‼️ HELP ‼️ I would like all the boys to have an Easter basket BUT instead of a basket, I would like them to receive a backpack, suitcase, duffel bag, etc. Most of our boys use trash bags to haul their personal items around from the hospital, foster homes, placements, JDC, etc. I hope all boys that have upcoming discharges can leave with their items in some sort of bag, that’s not a trash bag. Their items are not trash, for some it’s all they have. PLEASE let me know if you have any gently used bags, suitcases, backpacks that you are looking to part ways with. ANYTHING helps.”

Gary Van Wyhe is overseeing this project!  For more information please contact Gary.  There is also a shopping cart by the church mailboxes for your donations of bags.  THANK YOU!

**This morning our 2^nd graders will be presenting their memory work. Next week, our 3 & 4 year old and Preschool classes will recite their memory work. Parents: please have your children to their classroom by 9:15 AM. When they are finished, the children will join their families for the remainder of worship. Thank you!

** The end of the year All Church Night at Air Madness is scheduled for Wednesday, April 21^st from 7-8 PM. Signed waivers and $5/jumper need to be turned in to Amy Schulte or the church office no later than Sunday, April 11^th. Families attending will be in charge of their own transportation. Every jumper will need Air Madness socks. If you don’t already have a pair, they will be available for purchase for $3. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early so we can start jumping right at 7 PM.

 Inspiration Hills April Update & Events

Summer Camp Registration is Open!  

Registration for Summer Camp is open and at an all-time high! Be sure to log onto www.inspirationhills.org to see what camps are available. We have Wilderness, Lodge, CHIPS, Day Camp, Discovery, Guys Only, Girls Only, Saddle Up, Journey, Grand, & Family Camp! Camps are filling quickly so be sure to register today!

Now Hiring for Summer Camp! 

We have many different positions open for Summer Camp 2021! Please visit the website at www.inspirationhills.org if you are interested in:

•Worship Coordinator                                 • Campground & Weekend Host      

•Wilderness Coordinator                             • Mowers 

• Ropes Coordinator                                    • Lifeguards 

• Saddle Up Coordinator                             • Kitchen Cook & Helpers

• Counselors                                                          

 THANK YOU!! We collected $1,563.79 during the baby bottle campaign! Your gift will help young moms be loved and nurtured at the Cherish Center and Cherish House!!

*Girls League will be selling individually wrapped cinnamon rolls and serving coffee on Sunday the 11^th of April at common ground! 

*Joyce Hommes, JD Hommes mother, has moved to Bethany Meadows in Brandon her new address is 3008 E. Aspen Blvd., Box 405 Brandon, SD 57005

Praises & Prayers:

Congratulations to Kris & Lexy Krull on the birth of their son, Benjamin Alan Krull!

Praises that Carl Vande Weerd (Cheryl Van Beek’s brother)- He has completed his radiation treatments!

Veryl Blue (Anita Dieren’s dad)- having multiple health issues with lots of pain, pray for wisdom for family and guidance from doctors

Gail Hartter (Eric Hartter’s mom)- will be receiving chemo treatment soon in Rochester

Elton Hilbrands (Lucille Smit’s son & Judy Gacke’s brother)- prayers for good lab work so that he may complete scheduled chemo

Thomas Bouwman (Tom & Sheryl Bouwman’s son)- prayers for effectiveness in rehab

Pam Foster- prayers for dental appointment in Omaha this week

Tyler Den Besten (Janice Den Besten’s son)- pray for healing as he goes through physical therapy

 Rod Garrison (Roberta Flier’s brother)- please pray for strength to handle each day

Greyson Austin- prayers that his body works with medication & wisdom for future surgery

Caden Wright- prayers that he remains healthy as he attends school

Prayers for individuals coping with cancer:

• Herm Van Beek (Mary Hooger’s brother-in-law)
• Melissa Moser (Kathy Moser’s daughter-in-law)
• Karen De Noble (Dave De Noble’s mom)
• Curt Smook (Kay Wynia’s dad)
• Arlene Sterler (Robbie Korthal’s mom)
• Marilyn Kuyper (Ethanie Pulscher’s aunt)

Nursing Home/Assisted-Living Residents:

Norma Kruse                        Missy Perkins                 Barb Rust               

Jane Albers                           Helen Overman              Lucille Smit                       

John & Ruth Van Aartsen      Pam Foster                    JoEllen Sordrager       

 Garlene Mulder                   Edna Jongerius                Mary Vermeer     

Christina Vonk                      Wilma DeRoo

We are working to update our printed church directory. There are several paper copies located in the gathering space. Please take a minute to review your entry and verify that it is correct, noting any changes. Thank you!

*Bridge Newsletter- The April 2021 Bridge newsletter is available at the welcome center. If you would like a copy feel free to take one as they will not be put into mailboxes. It is also available under the updates tab on the church website.

Task Force Meeting Recommendations:

      Morning worship will continue but with the following requests:

1. In the sanctuary, the outer 2 sections will now return to every pew seating. The center 2 sections will remain every other pew seating to create social distancing. We will continue to have masks available for those that would like them. If you feel you are at risk, are not comfortable being in a crowd, or do not feel well, we encourage you to stay home and join us via Livestream. 

    2. We will continue this way through Easter. During the Easter service we will have          additional chairs setup in the Narthex and the Social Hall to accommodate the              increased attendance.

     3.  Please Call Church Office to reserve Meeting Rooms

  Church Office Hours:  Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 9am-1pm and Friday from 9-12

          *   Bulletin announcement deadline is now Thursdays at 11am.

FIRST REFORMED CHURCH
 MORNING WORSHIP 
 April 4, 2021 at 9:30am

WE APPROACH GOD

Prelude: Cherub Choir “Alive” & “Christ the Lord Has Risen Today” Congregation join on Vs. 3 & 4

Welcome and Announcements 

Memory Work: Apostles Creed by 2^nd grade

Opening Prayer 

Praise Service:

     Scripture Reading: John 19: 25, 20: 1-18 

     Mary Magdalene’s Story (Jen Kock)

     *Song: “All Hail the Power”

     Scripture Reading: John 20: 19-23

     A Disciple’s Story (Dustin Bosch)

     *Song: “I Stand Amazed”

     Scripture Reading: John 20: 24-29

     Thomas’ Story (Brandon Lenderink)                     

     *Song: “O Praise the Name”                                   *Please stand for all songs if able*

Congregational Prayer

WE HEAR GOD’S WORD 

Scripture Reading: John 20: 30-31

Message: “Life”

Prayer of Response

Closing Song: Adult Choir “When He Was on The Cross w/Behold The Lamb” and 

“Christ The Lord Is Risen Today Medley”. 

Benediction

Sending Chorus: “Crown Him With Many Crowns”

TODAY 4-4-21

Music – Praise Team 2

Nursery– Kadence & Aubree Boender

Coffee Break – Pytleski Family

Sunday School Cookies- Trudy Beyenhof   

Prayer with SS Teachers- Amy Schulte

Ministry of Music – Cherub Choir & Adult Choir

Pulpit Supply-   Calvin Ver Mulm

Congregational Prayer- Dave Markus 

Scripture Reader – Dave Markus

Sound System – Keith Van Beek   

Video Taping – Randy Bosch  

Proclaim Presenter – Jamie VandeWeerd  

Common Ground – Lonn & Jammie Kellenberger

Medical Assistant- Penny Krull

*The Loose Offering – Benevolent Fund

SERVING NEXT WEEK 4-11-21 

Music – Northwestern A cappella Choir

Nursery– Garrett Hoefert Family

Coffee Break – Tom & Audra Klinkenborg

Sunday School Cookies- Brenda Van Hofwegen 

Prayer with SS Teachers –Lisa VandeStouwe

 Ministry of Music- Northwestern A cappella Choir

Pulpit Supply- NWC Choir

Congregational Prayer- Dwayne Postma

Scripture Reader – Barb Folkens

Sound System – Dustin Bosch

Video Taping – Justin Groen

Proclaim Presenter – Olivia Lyman

Common Ground – Girls League

Medical Assistant- Nikki Van Beek

*The Loose Offering – General Fund

FINANCIALS

                                 Sunday 3-28-21           YTD Offerings                  YTD Budget

General Fund:         $8,690.00                       $102,071.69                    $106,291.03

Benevolent Fund:   $2,200.00                       $47,424.80                     $48,778.10

Sunday School 

Last Year’s Attendance:  0                                   Last Week’s Attendance: 90

Last Year’s Offering: $0                                         Last Week’s Offering: $131.00

Upcoming Events  

SUNDAY 4-4-21: 

 Sunday School Lesson: EASTER: Jesus’ Crucifixion and Resurrection / Alive with Christ

7pm MOMS IN PRAYER (traditional)

MONDAY 4-5-21: 

5 pm MOMS IN PRAYER (College and Careers)

TUESDAY 4-6-21:

12pm MOMS IN PRAYER (traditional)

WEDNESDAY 4-7-21:   

9-11 MOPS

2:30-5pm Club 512

5-6:30pm Midweek Meal: Everyone is invited to attend

5:30 MOMS IN PRAYER (traditional)

6:30 JRYCF 

8pm SRYCF  

THURSDAY 4-8-21: 

1pm MOMS IN PRAYER (Grandmas)

7pm Peace Circle

FRIDAY 4-9-21:   

8am Men’s Bible Study

SATURDAY 4-10-21:   

SUNDAY 4-11-21: 

Sunday School Lesson:  Session 4: Jesus and the Samaritan Woman/ Jesus Teaches about Living Water