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12/02/2021
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Announcements for 12-5-21
~Our annual congregational meeting was held during the worship service last Sunday, November 21st. Elected to the office of Elder were: Shari Kastein and Dan Kruse. Elected to the office of Deacon were: Mike Klarenbeek, Lonn Kellenberger and Lance Iwen.
~We are looking for volunteers to make prayer shawls. We would like to donate several shawls to the “Game Plan for Hope” Ministry. Please contact Barb Folkens (712-470-5948) for more information and yarn. Thank you in advance for blessing families.
Thank you!! We want to thank everyone who brought pies, salads, delivered meals and worked at the Thanksgiving dinner your help is greatly appreciated! This meal blessed over 165 people! ~ Nettie and Leona
*There are those whose lives death cannot diminish. Their love radiates forever in the hearts of family and friends. We felt that love in your thoughtfulness. Thank you so much! ~ Kyle Dreke Family
*A special thank you to the decorating committee for making our church look so festive. We are blessed to have all of you!
*Girls League will be selling individually wrapped cinnamon rolls and serving coffee on Sunday the 12th of December at common ground and coffee break!
~First Reformed Church will be having a float entry in the Rock Rapids Parade of Lights next Thursday evening Dec. 9. We are looking for singers of ALL AGES to join us in singing Christmas hymns. There will be a hay rack with hay bales to sit on and sheet music provided. It's looking to be a balmy 40 degrees that evening! ~Call or text Jen Kock if you want to join us on the float!! 605-321-1084
*The December Bridge is now available in the holder next to the mailboxes*
~~ We will not be putting the Focus on the Family brochure in the mailboxes anymore. If you would like a copy, you can pick one up in the holder next to the mailboxes. Thanks
Children’s Bulletins are now available by the regular bulletins each week. The bulletin goes according to the scripture for the week and there will be one for 3+ and one for 7+.
~Sunday’s bulletin will now be available via your phone. Just scan the QR code on the bulletin stands or the welcome center.
*Offering will be collected in the back of the church until further notice* **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, call, email or drop off at the church office *
Looking Ahead Sunday School & Midweek Information and Dates:
~December 8: 5-5:30 SS kids practice with 3 choirs for special music on Sunday the 12th of Dec.
~December 12: 8:30am have your child to sanctuary to practice with 3 choirs and will sing during worship.
~December 22: No Club 512
~December 26: No Sunday School
~December 29: No Club 512
~January 2: No Sunday School * no cherub choir during worship*
~January 5: No Club 512
~January 9: Cherub Choir will sing during worship & Sunday School resumes ~January 12: Club 512 resumes
Club 512 Volunteers for 12-8-21 Games: 1st & 2nd Alex Lyman 3rd&4th Aston Van Beek 5th&6th Rex Van Wyhe Olivia Lyman Ashlyn Murray Gable Van Beek Kadence Boender Gabe Schulte
Snacks: Jan Spyksma Meal Helpers: Glenda Hellenga, Audra Klinkenborg, Karol Linda Jansma Hanson, Jen Hoefert and Amy Sprock
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Thank you, God for being our Hope. Peace, Joy & Love!
Please PRAY for:
Garlene Mulder
John Hellenga (Brian Hellenga’s brother)
JoAnn Douglas
Lorelei Reynolds (Laureen Schram’s sister)
Pam Foster
Marilyn Kuyper (Ethanie Pulscher’s aunt)
Kathy Van Olst
Curt Smook (Kay Wynia’s dad)
Doris Calkins
Gary Hermanson (Nikki Van Beek’s dad)
Melissa Moser (Kathy Moser’s daughter-in-law)
Gail Hartter (Eric Hartter’s mom)
Jean Wallenburg (Stacey Dieren’s mom) Hospice
Veryl Blue (Anita Dieren’s dad)
Bob & Arlene Sterler (Robbie Korthal’s parents)
Greyson Austin (Marlene Mellema’s grandson)
Remembering our Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Senior Living Residents:
Barb Rust Garlene Mulder John Van Aartsen
Joyce Hommes Pam Foster Helen Overman
Mary Vermeer Edna Jongerius Lucille Smit
Missy Perkins Wilma DeRoo Christina Vonk
JoEllen Sorgdrager Ruth Caswell
The Oaks’ Club Christmas Party
(widows & widowers)
December 16th @ 2pm in the Fellowship Hall
Care Elders’ Christmas Gathering & Training
December 11th @ 9am
Please R.S.V.P. to Amy Ryals (229) 296-3019
FIRST REFORMED CHURCH
MORNING WORSHIP
December 5, 2021 at 9:30am
Prelude: Joy
Welcome /Announcements/Prayer
Cherub Choir
Lighting of the Advent Candles
WE APPROACH GOD
Praise Service:
O Come O Come Emmanuel, # 123, v. 1-3
Joy
Professions of Faith and Baptism: Schuetz Family,
Kylee Miller & Ashlyn Murray
Congregational Prayer
WE HEAR GOD’S WORD
Childrens Message
(4 & 5 yr. olds are dismissed for Children & Worship)
Sermon: Waiting for the light
Scripture Reading: John 1: 1-18
WE RESPOND TO GOD
Closing Hymn: Away in a Manger. #157, v. 1-3
Benediction
Sending Chorus: Silent Night, #147, v. 1
(5th grade and below are dismissed for Sunday School)
Serving us today 12-5-21
MINISTRY OF MUSIC- Cherub Choir
NURSERY- Ella & Emery Jager
COMMON GROUND- Deb Hunt
COFFEE BREAK- Kyle & Emily Grooters
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER- Paul & Sue Van Wyhe
CHILDREN & WORSHIP: Leader: Heather Springer Greeter: Anika Springer
SUNDAY SCHOOL PRAYER- Janine DeBruin
SUNDAY SCHOOL COOKIES- Mary Hoogers
SOUND SYSTEM – Matt Kock
VIDEO TAPING- Randy Bosch
PROCLAIM PRESENTER- Jamie VandeWeerd
MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Kristi Metzger
*THE LOOSE OFFERING- Benevolent Fund
Serving us next week 12-12-21
MINISTRY OF MUSIC- Handbells
NURSERY- Stuart & Lindsey Anderson Family
COMMON GROUND- Girls League
COFFEE BREAK- Girls League
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER- Pastor Troy VanBeek
CHILDREN & WORSHIP- Leader: Jen Lincecum Greeter: Emory & Alexis Lincecum
SUNDAY SCHOOL PRAYER- Lisa VandeStowe
SUNDAY SCHOOL COOKIES- Dayna Altman
SOUND SYSTEM – Curt Dieren
VIDEO TAPING – Justin Groen
PROCLAIM PRESENTER – Olivia Lyman
MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Penny Krull
*THE LOOSE OFFERING – General Fund
FINANCIALS
Sunday 11-28-21 YTD Offerings YTD Budget
General Fund: $19,988.00 $365,435.36 $372,016.98
Benevolent Fund: $2,484.00 $184,797.64 $170,723.35
Building Fund: $200.00 $64,511.61 $78,776.81
Sunday School
Last Year’s Attendance: 71 Last Week’s Attendance: 86
Last Year’s Offering: $66.00 Last Week’s Offering: $21.75
Upcoming Events
SUNDAY 12-5-21:
4pm Sunday School Christmas Program
Sunday School Lesson: Session 3: Jesus’ Hard Teachings
10:30 Parent Class
MONDAY 12-6-21:
6:30 Elders Meeting
7pm Consistory Meeting
TUESDAY 12-7-21:
2:15 Staff Meeting
WEDNESDAY 12-8-21:
2:30-5pm Club 512/ Midweek Meal to follow from 5-6:30pm
6:30pm Jr. RCYF
6:30pm Girls League
8pm Guys Night
THURSDAY 12-9-21:
6pm Peace Circle at Lesa Hommes’ house
FRIDAY 12-10-21:
8am Men’s Bible Study
SATURDAY 12-11-21:
9-11 Care Elder Meeting
SUNDAY 12-12-21:
Sunday School Lesson: Session 3: Jesus’ Hard Teachings
Looking Ahead:
December 19: Christmas Cantata
December 24: Christmas Eve Service 5:30pm
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