Duncan Christian Reformed Church
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Duncan Christian Reformed Church
Duncan Christian Reformed Church 930 Trunk Road, Duncan, British Columbia, V9L 2S1 April 19, 2015 Walt Vanderwerf, Pastor [email protected] Child care for infants to 3 is located in the wing to the right of the sanctuary. Henry Vanderschaaf, Leader of Congregational Life [email protected] Sunday school children 3 years to grade 5 are dismissed part way through the service and return during the service. Office: 250 748-2122 Church Hall: 250 748-2109 Fax: 250 748-2365 Office E-mail: [email protected] Church Website: www.duncancrc.org The prayer room is staffed before and after the morning service. Hearing assistance is available upon request from the usher. 10 am Worship Service Song: Lord Our Lord, Your Glorious Name #500:1,4,5 Red Hymnal Opening Prayer / greeting Song: Lead on O King Eternal #328 Red Hymnal King of Heaven Song: Blessed be Your Name Song: Your Name Children’s message Prayer for the Offering Offering: Duncan Christian School and Church Ministries Song: Whom Shall I fear (God of Angel Armies) Pastor Walt Vanderwerf will bring the Message “The Devil’s Schemes” from Ephesians 6:10-20 (pg1824) Song: The Battle Belongs to the Lord Song: What a Friend We Have in Jesus Blessing Song: Your Great Name Service Notes: Ephesians 6:11,12 Put on the full armour of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against... the powers of this dark world... 7 pm Worship Service Song: O Worship the King #428:1,2,3 Reading Song: Rejoice the Lord is King #408:1,2,4 Reading Song: The King of Glory Comes #370 Prayer for the Offering We offer to God our gifts: Harbour Missions and Literature Fund Evening Prayers (requests, intercessions, thanksgivings) Pastor Walt Vanderwerf will bring the Message “The Anointed” from Luke 4:1430 (pg 1596) Song: Hark the Glad Sound! #335 Closing Prayer Song: To God be the Glory #632 Service Notes: Luke 4:18,19 The Spirit of the Lord is on me because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor. Church Family Sharon S was brought to CDH last Sunday; on Monday evening she was operated on, to deal with Chrohn's/Colitis. She was scheduled to return home Friday. Let's pray for healing and restoration, that this disease that has caused such great distress, may be removed. Danny is staying at Glengarry hospital 1780 Fairfield ave in Victoria. He is in the Chandler unit. We keep praying for those who dealing with chronic illness, or are recovering from surgery; Jenny B, Nell P. And for those dealing with issues of dementia and other mental health issues. Pray for those nominated for elder and deacon, that they may feel the Lord's touch on their lives and his calling them personally into such service. Birthdays this Week Sunday, April 19: Jannes P, Corrie V Monday, April 20: Joey A Tuesday, April 21: Trudy W Wednesday, April 22: Amaya D, David M, Harvey W Sunday, April 26: Sietze K Worship Services today The offering this morning is for Duncan Christian School and Church Ministries. The offering this evening is for Harbour Missions and Literature Fund. Message series: "Our Struggle." This morning we take a first look at this, seeing how the devil has schemes meant to pull us away from our goal, which is to become like Jesus. Next week: 1 Peter 5:1-11, another on our struggle against the devil. These will be followed in future weeks, the Lord willing, with other struggles, described in James 1:112; Romans 5:1-11; and Hebrews 12:1-12, bringing us up to Pentecost. Next Sunday April 26 The offering next Sunday morning will be for Church Ministries. The offering in the evening will be for Church Ministries. CRC Communications Get Connected! - The Network has always been about making connections. Across the CRC, there are people like you who are involved in their church’s ministry. By connecting you with your peers, The Network helps you quickly find the answers, tools, and ideas you need to serve in your congregation! Join The Network (www.crcna.org/Network) to find blogs, discussion topics, ministry Q&A, church jobs, and much more! Think Christian Creation Care E-book - What does "fill the Earth and subdue it" look like in our everyday lives? A special collection on creation care from Think Christian explores this intriguing question. In time for Earth Day, we look at perspectives on an array of environment-related topics from some of TC's contributors. Get it at www.thinkchristian.net/earthday. Christian Reformed World Missions There are some copies of April 2015 Missions Advocate on the Welcome Table in the Foyer. Announcements This Saturday, at 10 am “It takes a WHOLE Church to be a SAFE Church” A “Safe Church Ministry Needs Assessment” meeting will take place this Saturday. This meeting is for: All leaders involved with children, youth, young adults & vulnerable persons. Council members Church Staff Pastors All leaders of any adult ministry. Ministry Needs Assessment will provide our church & ministries with an overview of our safe church related needs, giving direction to ways the Safe Church Team & the Abuse Prevention & Response Coordinator can best support the important work done in and through our church. Facilitated by the BCNW & BCSE Classis Safe Church Team Abuse Prevention & Response Coordinator Faye Martin, [email protected] EVERYONE is encouraged to sign up for “Listening Groups” on May 7, 8 or 9 (sign-up sheet is in the Foyer) (Pastor-Church Relations, CRCNA) Listening groups involve a process by which congregational members are provided an opportunity to share their experiences and perspectives on the life of the congregation. The groups consist of four to twelve people meeting with a staff person from Pastor-Church Relations for approximately 75 minutes. Sign-up sheets are available, in the foyer. The format of the conversations consists of a structured conversation in which individuals are asked to respond to three questions: 1. What do you value about this church? 2. What concerns you about this church? 3. What are your dreams for this church? Responses are recorded on newsprint. When all of the sessions are completed the facilitator will review the responses and draft a report which highlights key dynamics and noteworthy threads. The report is intended to provide some clarity and assist the church leadership in thinking about next steps. The report will be presented to Council, and copies will be made available for members of the congregation. Your participation and input will be valued. Announcements “Blaze, Spirit, Blaze Join us for our Sunday Morning ignite gatherings from 8:30-9:30 am (coffee is ready at 8:20) in the Fireside Room. Wednesday Night Prayer We are meeting for prayer on Wednesdays again at 7 pm in the prayer room and hope that many will join us. Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. (Colossians 4:2) Thursday April 23 Rijk Visscher's Care Group meets Thursday 7:00 at the church. We will be looking at the Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25. Everyone is welcome. ALEX KOMODORE CLASSICAL GUITAR CONCERT this Friday 7 pm Alex Komodore is a Denver-based virtuoso guitarist. His powerful interpretations, formidable technique, and natural musicianship have won unanimous praise from critics, audiences, and many of the world's finest guitarists. His recordings and appearances with top-notch choral ensembles such as Kantori and the St. John's Cathedral Choir have also received national acclaim. A tireless teacher, Alex heads the guitar program at Metropolitan State University of Denver, where he is assistant professor of guitar and music theory. Alex is a member of Third CRC in Denver, Colorado. Admission is $10 donation. Proceeds for Lifewater Canada. Monthly Community Dinner THIS SATURDAY is the monthly free dinner for those in our community going through hard times. Many volunteers are needed to make this possible! This is a wonderful way to be involved in serving others and being the hands and feet of Jesus in a practical way. THANK YOU to all the faithful volunteers who help out! If you have a few free hours this Saturday between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. when we set up, prepare the food, serve and clean up - please come and help out. You will be blessed! If you can't get out but would like to help by cooking a turkey at home and cutting it up for turkey a la king please let Anneke or Affie know. We have to cook 6 - 8 turkeys depending on their size. That would really help! Thank you so much! Physician assisted suicide/Euthanasia is being legalized in Canada, how does a Christian respond? This topic will be covered in a presentation followed by discussion and question time, facilitated by Dr. Lauren Jackson on Sunday, April 26th at 1 pm in the New Life Church Chapel. This talk is open to all, with coffee and muffins provided. No registration necessary, simply come learn about this important topic. After Church Coffee & Play Time Parents or other helpful individuals: could you make sure sandbox covers are put back after the morning service coffee and play time. Announcements Freedom Gospel Choir Concert this Saturday and Sunday On Sat. Apr 25 at 7:30 PM and Sunday Apr. 26 at 2:00 PM the Freedom Gospel choir under the direction of Anne Antonides, will present their annual concert, entitled "Going Home", at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church on Herbert St. Tickets are $15.00 (children under 12 free) and are available from choir members (Estherina B, John S, Susan W and Angelina W) or at the door. Last year both concerts sold out so get your tickets early! Registration for Cascade Family Bible Camp is now open. Spend a memorable weekend (July 9-13) at Warm Beach, Washington enjoying the outdoors, listening to inspiring speakers, and having a great time with others from the church. First time attenders save 50% on registration. Registration forms are available at www.cascadefamilybiblecamp.org where you can register online. From the Deacons Needs in the Congregation: If there are extra needs for church members or if you know of a need please let the Deacons know. Also if you are willing and able to help at fulfilling needs please contact one of the Deacons. Collection tokens are available to be purchased from the deacons. Please contact the deacons if you have further questions. Token values are $1, $2, $5, $10, preferably paid for by cheque. Phone & Care Group Lists, Website The bulletin and weekly sermons can be are kept in the Office beside the photocopier. found on our website, www.duncancrc.org Christian Reformed Communications: Please submit any changes to phone or [email protected] address information. Phone lists and Care Group Lists Duncan Christian Reformed Church As followers of Jesus, we are Christian, being His presence in the world, receiving His life. We are Reformed seeking first God’s Kingdom and righteousness. We are Church living in our neighbourhoods, being a light in the darkness, enabled by the power of Jesus to serve and love. “As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit - just as you were called to one hope when you were called - one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.” Ephesians 4:1-6 This Week’s Schedule Serving This Week Ignite 8:30-9:30 am (coffee is ready at 8:20) in the Fireside Room Mon Elders’ Mtg Tues YDC Wed Prayer at the church 7 pm Thurs Coffee Break Women’s Bible Study & Nursery 9:30 - 11:30 pm. Nursery: Henrietta Gr, Ida vB Thurs Rijk Visscher’s Care Group 7 pm at the church Fri Guitar Concert with Alex Komofore. 7 pm. Proceeds for Lifewater Canada Sat Safe Church Team's MINISTRY NEEDS ASSESSMENT meeting 10 am Sat Community Dinner April 19 Driver: Joe W Hall Monitor: Keith L Nursery: BJ or Albert, Shirley, Laurissa Ushers: Jerry K, Joe Rubin Deacons: Will, Norm, Andrew, Benjamin Greeters: Alex & Irene V Leading Elder: James vH Welcome Table: Joanne B Prayer Room: Marg V, Anneke W Worship Team: AM: Henry, Josie, Amanda, Matt, Michelle, Margie, Ellen PM: Pastor Walt Coffee Servers: Bruce & Aafke J, Jack & Eileen F, Alice B Sunday School: 3-4 yr/K: Henrietta G, Pierson A Gr.1,2: Jen T Gr.3,4,5: Brenda Vds, Nick K Future Dates Serving Next Week Sun Apr 26 Ignite 8:30-9:30 am (coffee is ready at 8:20) in the Fireside Room May 4 Full Council Mtg May 7,8,9 Listening Sessions (facilitated by Pastor-Church Relations) May 10 Lord’s Supper April 26 Driver: Will B Hall Monitor: Gerald W Nursery: Josie or Andrew, Trudy, Morgan Ushers: Gerald W, Matt B Deacons: Dustin, Joel, Will, Norm Greeters: Leading Elder: Sandy V Welcome Table: Shirley P Prayer Room: Ko S Worship Team: AM: Marilyn, Affie, Angelina, John D, Jeremy PM: Marilyn, John D, Ellen Coffee Servers: Dick & Deanna N, Marius & Joyce P, Michelle N Sunday School: 3-4 yr/K: Brenda Vds, Georrie A Gr.1,2: Jen T Gr.3,4,5: Brenda Vds, Nick K