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Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 1 By faith he kept the Passover and the sprinkling of blood, so that the destroyer of the firstborn would not touch the firstborn of Israel. Hebrews 11: 28 Welcome: May the Lord bless us as we worship and fellowship together. If you are visiting, we extend a special welcome and please join us downstairs for coffee and a time of fellowship after the morning worship service. WORSHIP SERVICE ~ 10:00 AM GATHERING TO WORSHIP Prelude Gathering Songs Welcome and Announcements * #259(GPH) Out of Need and Out of Custom * Call to Worship * God’s Greeting * #510(LUYH) Come, Let Us Worship And Bow Down Prayer EXPERIENCING GOD’S RECONCILIATION Call to Confession – Matthew 6:14-15 #638(LUYH) Forgive Our Sins as We Forgive Word of Assurance – 1 John 1:6-9 Call to Godly Living – 1 John :2-1-2 * Song of Assurance #659(LUYH) Nearer, Still Nearer HEARING GOD’S WORD Prayer for Illumination Children’s Time Scripture Reading: Hebrews 11:28, Exodus 12:21-36 Message: Faith that God Saves Prayer of Application * 167(LUYH) Beneath the Cross of Jesus RESPONDING WITH THANKSGIVING Prayers for God’s People Offertory Prayer Offering: (1) Church (2) Disability Concerns * #861(LUYH) In Our Lives, Lord, Be Glorified GOING WITH GOD’S BLESSING * Benediction * Doxology #189(GPH) Hallelujah, Praise the LORD The PreK – gr 1 age children will be leaving after the children’s message for Sunday School. (exit at the FRONT of the sanctuary) The rest of the Sunday School children and teachers will leave during the parting hymn. SERVICE SCHEDULE Today: Pastor Gary Van Leeuwen will be leading us in both services. Next Sunday: Mr. Gareth Harker will be leading us in the am service. The evening service will be at 7:30 pm in our church. The combined Reformation Day service will be the following Sunday – Nov 2nd in the Clinton CRC. Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 2 EVENING WORSHIP 7:30 P.M. GATHERING TO WORSHIP Prelude Welcome * Call to Worship * God’s Greeting * #601(LUYH) All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name Prayer #251(LUYH) The Church’s One Foundation HEARING GOD’S WORD Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Belgic Confession, Article 28 Message: Belonging to a Church * #247(LUYH) I Love Your Church, O Lord RESPONDING WITH THANKSGIVING Prayer Requests and Prayer Offering: (1) Church (2) Disability Concerns * #581(LUYH) Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee GOING WITH GOD’S BLESSING * Benediction * Doxology #518 (LUYH), 4 Praise the LORD! Sing Hallelujah! OFFERING SCHEDULE Today: (1) Church (2) Disability Concerns: Everybody Belongs. Everybody Serves. Disability Concerns helps churches intentionally seek • To end the isolation and disconnectedness of persons with disabilities and their families; • To nurture the spiritual lives of people with disabilities so that they become professing and active members of their churches; and • To encourage the gifts of people with disabilities so that they can serve God fully in their churches. Next Week: (1) Church (2) Home Missions REFORMATION SUNDAY - Next week, we mark Reformation Sunday by remembering our reformed identity and celebrating the ways God continues to work in the church today. We are always reforming, imagining new ways to share the old story. This week, pray for wisdom and energy to infuse Home Missions' church planters, campus ministers, regional leaders, and other ministry partners engaged in the exhausting and exciting work of sharing the good news of God's grace. To pray by name for ministry partners in your area, visit crhm.org. World Hunger Campaign Begins - There are 500 million family farms in the world, the majority of which are in the developing world. Many of these farmers are unable to adequately support their families. You can do something about that. World Renew invites you to join thousands of others in this year’s World Hunger Campaign, called “Farm to Table.” Through daily stories and activity suggestions that you can read around your own supper tables you will learn from global farmers and discover new ways to share your blessings with those in need. Then join us on November 2 for World Hunger Sunday. Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 3 KEEP IN PRAYER Congratulations to all those celebrating birthdays this week: Quintin Sjaarda and Travis Wilts – Oct 19 Louis Greidanus – Oct 20 Luke Siertsema and Micah Nonkes – Oct 25 We are thankful for people who work to protect the environment. With vast abilities to use the world’s resources, we can easily pollute and harm God’s creation. Not only does this go against what God created us to be (his image bearers), but unrestrained human activity can easily make large parts of the world uninhabitable for us and for our children. We thank God that we live in a nation where we take care of God’s creation seriously. Let us pray that we continue to do a better job of caring for the world that God gave us to tend. Greeters North Greeters South Greeters Back Ushers Pre-Service Singing Music- am pm PA Projector Camera Nursery AM JK – gr 1 SS Helper Coffee Servers Today October 19 Next Week October 26 Two Weeks Nov 2 Paul & Heleen VanDorp Henk & Ellen VanSchaik Mark & Dianne Verburg Shawn Reinink Luke Bouman Praise Team Desirae Verburg & McKayla Nonkes Tony Verburg & Sylvia Nonkes Martin & Janie Wilts Gaye Datema Dan Baarda Laurina and Freinds Raymond & Kendra Wilts Vanessa Wilts & Claire Reinink Dan & Joanne Baarda Martin Wilts Jesse Baarda Praise Team Praise Team Hillie / Jessica Micah Nonkes Mark Siertsema Jacob Nonkes Kirsten Passchier Chantal Van Schaik Casey Van Dorp Cody Hillie / Laurina Emily Douwe Top Jamie Reinink Justin Baarda Kendra Wilts Kyle Bos Marielle Van Schaik Marissa Andy & Darlene VanderVeen Henk & Ellen VanSchaik Praise Team Reformation Service Clinton Andy Lubbers Audrey Bos Kyle Bos Tina Bos Emily Wilts Ben Filiareault Kyle Koos & Rita Verburg UPCOMING EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Thank you for all your cards and visits concerning the passing away of our brother and uncle, Siebrand Wilts. It is good to belong to a caring church family. Thank you very much. The Wilts family. Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 4 Reformation Day Service: Please join us at the Clinton CRC on November 2nd at 7:00pm for our annual Reformation Day Service. Note the date has been changed to the week after Reformation Day. New tables....you may have noticed 23 new white tables that have been purchased for the use of the Blyth CRC. We have decided that these tables are NOT to be taken off the church property. If you require tables for an event you are hosting at home please make arrangements in advance to use the wooden tables. Presently the old tables are being stored at the school so it’s important to let either Pastor Gary or Brenda know well in advance of your event. Thanks so much for your cooperation with this!! Thank-you for Giving: We are thankful to you, the members of Blyth CRC, for your offering in support of Operation Manna, a program of Diaconal Ministries Canada. Your gift of $1,343.65 helps to bring coaching, grants, and support so that Canadian CRCs like yours are able to bless their communities through ministry. Thank-you! For more information: www.diaconalministries.com Huron SERVE: Huron SERVE will be held June 28-July 4, 2015 at the Vanastra church! We have people from Clinton, Blyth, Exeter and Vanastra willing to work together to form a team to get organized and ready for an exciting week of work, praise and worship! Our speaker will be Gil Clelland from Sanctuary London and the Vanastra CCRC praise band will be leading us in music. Anyone interested in being a part of the team is welcome to come out for a meeting on Oct. 21 at 7:30 at Vanastra CCRC. If you can't make that date please leave a message with Mary Jane Greidanus at 519-522-2191. Goods and Services Auction: Last week in your mailboxes you will have found the auction booklet, so take some time to browse the items and mark down your favourites. Remember to come out to Huron Christian School on Friday, October 24, 2014 for the fun, food and bidding! Doors open at 6:30!! HCS Fundraiser: The Huron Christian School is selling croquetten, chocolate letters and Cinnabon as a fundraiser for tuition relief. Please contact your church rep, Tina Bos, if interested in supporting Christian education by placing an order. Orders due to church reps by Sunday, November 2nd or to the school by Monday, November 3rd. Pick-up at the school November 21st between 3 and 8pm or from your church rep the Sunday following. Join us for Senior Appreciation Day at London District Christian Secondary School this Wednesday! All seniors (friends, supporters, and grandparents) are invited to visit us this Wednesday, October 22 (9:30 a.m. – 1p.m.), to celebrate God’s faithfulness in Christian Education. We look forward to showing you around, and treating you to lunch and a special assembly just for you. COUNTRY CRAFT BAZAAR: The annual Listowel Christian School bazaar will be held, the Lord willing, Saturday, November 1st from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Palmerston Community Centre. Enjoy a buffet breakfast from 8-10 a.m. and hot lunches begin at 11:30 a.m. There will also be crafts, knitting, home baked goodies, fresh olie bollen(a donut type treat), toonie jars, games and prizes, books, greeting cards, plants, flowers, garden produce, and Dutch Imports. Skating and a Radar Gun Slap Shot Challenge from 11-12 noon in the arena and new this year, a PHOTO BOOTH. Bring the whole family, there’s something for everyone!!! Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 5 Grade 8 day at LDCSS- Current Grade 8 students are invited to be a student at LDCSS for the day on Wednesday November 5th. For more information visit www.ldcss.ca YOUNG PEOPLE/ADULT’S NEWS YOUTH/SENIOR MIXER NIGHT: Attention Seniors aged 60+ (or those who feel old at heart) Come join the youth on Thursday, October 23 @ 7:30 PM for a games night at church. We'll provide the games, the food, and the company - see you there! SERVE 2015: Deposits of $60 due at Youth on Thursday, October 23 to reserve your spot. (Talk to a youth leader if the cost is holding you back & we can help you out - we don't want anyone to miss out due to registration & deposit costs) Next FAITH INSTRUCTION night: Tuesday, October 28 TRICK OR CANNING: Friday, October 31st - Meet at the church at 6:30. Snacks & Games afterwards. Make sure to dress up! Food will go to the North Huron Food Bank. Have you heard? Our Youth Group is hosting the Trillium League Formal (Dinner & Dance)! This event will be in late April/early May. We are starting a planning committee to start getting organized. First meeting will be at Becky's house on Wednesday, October 29 @ 7:30 - come join us if you want to be on the committee! Young People Hockey: Saturday, October 25 Saturday, November 1 Saturday, November 8 in Harriston Blyth vs Drayton at 8:30 pm Possibly a Practice for Blyth? In Palmerston at 9:30pm Trillium Huron Youth website: www.trilliumhuronyouth.com LIBRARY NEWS The Boys by John Terpstra This is the story of Terpstra’s wife’s family and the short lives of her three brothers, each of whom lived with M.S. until their early twenties. With humor and love, he recreates the daily life and his relationship with them, as they entered the final stages of their illness. The Promise She Keeps by Erin Healy. Full of mystery and suspense! OTHER NEWS WATCH WALK THE WAY - Step Out: Our mission is to stand in the gaps, to show an unbelieving world what it means to be loved by God. But we can't do that if we're unwilling to step out. Turn what you believe into action: subscribe to Walk the Way at watchwtw.com, or watch online at walktheway.net. Women’s Inspirational Conference: Save the Date – Saturday, April 11, 2015, at the Meeting House in Oakville. Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 6 On Sunday, October 19, River City Church in Cambridge will be hosting its first ever “Evening of Worship and Praise,” and we’re inviting sisters and brothers in Christ from neighbouring churches to join us! This event will be held at Maranatha Church (94 Elgin St. S., Cambridge) and will run from 7-8:30 p.m. (doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and a light reception will follow). The River City worship team, which will be joined by several guest musicians and vocalists, will lead us in 90 minutes of worship and praise, as together we exalt our God who is worthy! KIDS CORNER - In the Beginning (Part 1): As the school science fair is gearing up, Liz and the gang are all working hard on their projects. Chamy’s project asks some big questions about the universe that Lucille, Liz and Julia want to answer by proclaiming that God is the God of all things! Spike finds the gang some expert help from a surprising source. Go to www.kidscorner.net to hear this incredible story, and then check out the website for devotions, puzzles and more. CALVIN SYMPOSIUM ON WORSHIP - You are invited to attend the annual Calvin Symposium on Worship, January 29-31, 2015, at Calvin College and Calvin Theological Seminary. This year's worship theme is based on 2 Corinthians. The preachers include M. Craig Barnes, Tim Blackmon, Denise Kingdom Grier, Meg Jenista, and Pablo Jimenez. There are excellent rates for students and groups from churches. All worship services are free and open to the public, including the Friday night service (7:00 p.m. in the Covenant Fine Arts Center). See www.calvin.edu/symposium/ for complete information. SAFE CHURCH CONFERENCE in Ancaster Nov. 1 - You are invited to a Safe Church Conference at Ancaster CRC on November 1 from 9 am to 2 pm. Come learn about healthy ministry relationships, healthy sexuality, and creating safer environments for our children and youth. This conference is for council members, pastors, children/youth ministry leaders, and YOU. $10 registration fee includes lunch and workshop materials. For more information or to register, email [email protected] FALL BIBLE STUDY SALE - Faith Alive Christian Resources offers Bible studies appropriate for newcomers to Bible study, and for the more experienced. Visit FaithAliveResources.org/BibleStudy to view a Bible study comparison chart or to read samples. The Faith Alive Fall Bible study sale ends October 31 and includes select Discover Life, Discover Your Bible, In the Works, and Word Alive studies. Learn more at FaithAliveResources.org/Sale or call 800-333-8300 for more information. CONNECTING FOR MINISTRY - The Network (crcna.org/network) is a website where you can quickly find the answers, tools, and ideas you need to serve in your congregation. With more than 60 topics to help you connect for ministry, resources include blogs, discussion forums, ministry Q&A, webinar recordings and more. Visit crcna.org/network to connect today! PHILADELPHIA IS CALLING! - Is your church looking for a mission trip opportunity with an emphasis on a construction project? One Hope Community Church in Philadelphia (CRC church plant) would then love for you to join them as they strive to transform a warehouse into a ministry space. Other volunteer opportunities are also available as this community shares the good news with their surrounding neighborhood. Further details are available at crcna.org/servicelink or [email protected] Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 7 READING THE BIBLE IN A YEAR This week: Next week: Acts 18 - 19 October-26-14 Romans 8 - 10 October-20-14 Acts 20 - 21 October-27-14 Romans 11 - 14 October-21-14 Acts 22 - 23 October-28-14 Romans 15 - 16 October-22-14 Acts 24 - 26 October-29-14 1st Cor 1 - 4 October-23-14 Acts 27 - 28 October-30-14 1st Cor 5 - 9 October-24-14 Romans 1 - 3 October-31-14 1st Cor 10 - 13 October-25-14 Romans 4 - 7 November-01-14 1st Cor 14 - 16 October-19-14 THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR Sunday Sunday School (Pre K –gr 1) ................................................................................. after the offering Sunday School / Faith Instruction Classes (gr 2 – gr. 8).........................................after am service Sunday Services ................................................................................................... 10 am & 7:30 pm Monday Exercise group .................................................................................................................... 9:30 am Elders meeting .................................................................................................................... 7:30 pm Wednesday Coffee Break ............................................................................................................ 10 – 11:30 am Evening Coffee Break ............................................................................................. 7:30 – 9:00 pm Gems (girls gr. 4-8) .................................................................................................. 7:30 – 9:00 pm Cadets (boys gr. 4-8) ............................................................................................... 7:30 – 9:00 pm Thursday Time of Prayer at Quartel’s .................................................................................. 10:00 – 11:00 am Bulletin Deadline ................................................................................................................. 5:00 pm Senior / Youth Games Mixer Night .......................................................................... 7:30 – 9:00 pm Friday Exercise group .................................................................................................................... 9:30 am Saturday Tykes Hockey at the Blyth Arena ........................................................................................ 7:00 pm Young People Hockey in Harriston ..................................................................................... 8:30 pm Church & Minister: 519-523-4743 Minister: Pastor Gary Van Leeuwen email: [email protected] . Home: 226-523-5566 and cell: 519-441-7805 Clerk Mr. Rick Steele 519-526-7446 e-mail: [email protected] Blyth CRC Web Site: www.blythcrc.ca Bulletin Announcements: call Anita Boven: 519-523-9492 or e-mail [email protected] before 5:00 pm on Thursday. Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 8 PROGRAM CONSULTANT opening with World Renew - World Renew, an agency of the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA), has a full time opening for a Program Consultant in Mozambique*. *Please note that the position incumbent will operate out of the regional office in Malawi with travel to Mozambique. We require someone who has a proven track record in partner consultations on program quality, implementation and management, as well as organizational governance and resource development experience. This position will also contribute to World Renew’s constituency development priorities including reporting and communicating with donors. Please visit our website at www.worldrenew.net/careers for more information; to apply, submit your current resume, a cover letter indicating your relevant skills and experience and your response to the follow-up questions to [email protected]. Application deadline is October 20, 2014. WORLD RENEW - Disaster Response Team Leader Opening: The Disaster Response Team of World Renew, an agency of the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) is recruiting for a Disaster Response Team Leader/Director, based in Burlington, Ontario, Canada. This position requires a master’s degree and is responsible for the disaster response strategies of World Renew and ensuring that World Renew continues to be a professional, high-quality, Christian disaster response and rehabilitation organization within the context of a bi-national and international disaster response architecture. Visit www.worldrenew.net/careers or www.crcna.org for more information. The successful candidate must currently be legally eligible to work in Canada. To apply, submit your current resume and a cover letter together in one (1) attachment clearly indicating your relevant skills and experience based on the position description, to [email protected]. Application deadline is Nov. 6. DIRECTOR OF MINISTRIES & ADMINISTRATION SEARCH - The Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) is seeking nominees and applicants for the position of Director of Ministries and Administration. For more information visit www.crcna.org/DMAsearch. To apply send cover letter and resume to Michelle DeBie, Director of Human Resources at [email protected] by November 28, 2014. CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF FAITHFULNESS - The Canadian Aboriginal Ministry Committee (CAMC) will be meeting together on October 23rd and 24th at the Indigenous Family Center in Winnipeg. This is one of the 3 Urban Aboriginal Ministries that the CRC's across Canada support. We would really appreciate knowing that we have your prayer support as we meet and celebrate IFC's 40th anniversary. Please contact your local CAMC member or visit http://www.crcna.org/CanadianMinistries/aboriginal-ministry/about-aboriginal to learn more about Aboriginal Ministries. TEACH ENGLISH IN WEST AFRICA - Join missionaries as they reach out to rural people groups in projects with an emphasis on EFL, literacy, and audio recording, although other types of projects are possible depending on the volunteer's skills, interests and the needs of the village. Further details can be found at crwm.org or contact [email protected] Sunday, October 19, 2014 Bulletin # 42 Page 9 PARLEZ VOUS FRANCAIS? - Are you also interested in food security, agriculture, health and nutrition? Here's an awesome opportunity to come alongside WORLD RENEW staff in Niger for 18 months! See your BA degree come alive with hands-on experience as you bless others. A grant to support the volunteer's expenses is available! Further details can be found at worldrenew.net or contact [email protected]. GROUNDWORK - The Exodus From Egypt: The Israelites were between the proverbial "rock and a hard place." In front of them stretched the Red Sea; behind them marched the enemy. They had just been freed from slavery by God, but now Pharaoh is hot on their heels. It looks like they are stuck except for their God, the God of Israel. Tune in and join the Groundwork conversation on Exodus 14 & 15– find a local radio station or listen online at www.GroundworkOnline.com. WORLD RENEW - Planning your winter or spring mission trip? World Renew Disaster Response Services has many locations and can help find a place to fit the size, skill level, and travel, meal, and accommodation preferences of your group. Volunteers are needed to repair homes damaged by Super-Storm Sandy and more recent disasters. Visit worldrenew.net/drs today to learn more, or call 800-848-5818 to get started. UNDER THE RADAR - Listen to Under the Radar. Hymn Remakes: Classic hymns of the faith, like "Blessed Assurance," "Rock of Ages," and "Be Thou My Vision" get a modern molding at the hands of some of today's songwriters. Serving up gourmet music, this one-hour, weekly program highlights some of the best undiscovered and under-appreciated tunes from Christian artists. Listen online at radarradio.net. Coming soon! A Fabulous Fundraising Progressive Dinner is being held Saturday October 25 at 5:00pm starting point is at the Huron Chapel Church in Auburn. Money that is raised will go directly to purchase supplies to build homes in El Salvador. Tickets are $30/person and available from Yvonne Wilts [email protected] or 519 523-4939 or at Huron Chapel.