Announcements for 6-4-23 

The family of Myron Krull would like to thank our church family for being so supportive during the tragic loss of our husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend.  The prayers, kind words, cards, food, and memorials have been overwhelming but our greatest comfort is from our Lord and Savior.  As the song goes: “The only scars in Heaven are on the hands that hold you now.” Myron has reached his final destination, now face to face with Jesus.  What a glorious day that will be when we see Jesus’ face to face.

Penny and children, Marc, Greg and ChyAnne

~ Door Greeters - The Welcome Team committee is excited to announce that we will be having greeters at our 3 main entrances each Sunday starting in June. This would be the north door by the elevator, south door by the mailboxes, and our southeast door. We would like to have many of you involved and helping out. If you are interested in being a greeter, please sign up on the sign-up sheet in the gathering area or contact the church office.  Thank you!

Mark your calendar! Our VBS program is this Friday, June 9 at 11:30am. All are welcome to attend! We will be taking an offering during the program to offset VBS expenses (curriculum, t-shirts, lunch supplies, etc…). 

 Wednesday, June 7             9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Thursday, June 8                  9:00 am - 2:00 pm

   Friday, June 9                       9:00 am - 11:30 am

                                       Friday, June 9                    11:30 am Program with Lunch to Follow

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: Thanks so much for participating in OCC this past fall.  The numbers are in and the numbers are up:  10,599,907 shoebox gifts packed and donated worldwide in 2022!  That number represents the number of children who will hear the Good News of Jesus Christ, and have opportunities to study what it means to be His disciples through The Greatest Journey lessons.

This year the 200 million^th shoebox gift (since OCC began in 1993) was given to a young girl in Ukraine.  Please continue to pray for all these children, that they would come to know Jesus as their friend and Savior, and be equipped to boldly share His love with families, friends, and communities.

Worship at Inspiration Hills:  We are going to worship at Inspiration Hills on July 9th at 10:30 with Rods and Rides, followed by lunch and various camp activities.  Please sign up at the Welcome Center or on the Church Center app if you plan to attend.  Please bring your lawn chairs, swimming suits, towels, and a free will donation for lunch.

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

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

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

“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are His dear children.”- Eph 5:1

Please pray for…..                                                                                             

Makayla Klarenbeek                                                                           

Edna Jongerius (in hospital, cancer-radiation treatments)

Jan Spyksma                                                                                          

Judy Netten (knee)

Karen Flier                                                                                              

JoAnn Douglas                                                                                                   

Betty Vanden Heuvel                                                                         

Janice Den Besten

Lloyd Hoefert                                                                                        

Melissa Moser (Kathy Moser’s daughter-in-law)        

Tricia Vant Hof (cancer treatment)                                                  

 Nancy Bosma (Mary Klinkenborg’s sister) blood infection                       

Lorelei Reynolds (Laureen Schram’s sister)                                    

 Bonnie Wilson (Blair Wilson’s mom)

Greyson Austin (Marlene Mellema’s grandson)                            

 Jonah Boon (grandson of Brenda Vis) 

Roger Van Maanen (Heather Van Wyhe’s dad)                             

Sandra Smith (Laurie David’s mom) cancer     

Karen DeNoble (Dave DeNoble’s mom)                                           

Bob & Arlene Sterler (Robbie Korthal’s parents)    

Lora Puttmann (Kellie Menning’s mom)                                          

Nancy Aaker (Shari Kastein’s mom)

Debra Acreman (Rachelle Johnsen’s aunt) cancer                        

Mandie Sprock (Marilyn Mammenga’s daughter)                        

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

Ruth Van Aartsen                                                Edna Jongerius                                                    Hermina Gerritsen 

Lucille Smit                                                           Wilma DeRoo                                                       Pam Foster

Lloyd Hoefert                                                       Joyce Mellema                                                     Missy Perkins

Harriet Hoff                                                          JoEllen Sorgdrager                                              Pearl Folkens

                                                                                Doris Calkins                                                         

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                                                          Every Monday April through June @ 6:30pm

ALL are welcome!

Transportation for shut-ins to attend church is now beginning.

Contact Amy Ryals if you are interested in volunteering.

FIRST REFORMED CHURCH
 WORSHIP SERVICE
 June 4, 2023 at 9:30am

Prelude: The Love of God

WE APPROACH GOD

Welcome /Announcements/ Prayer

Praise Service:

Battle Belongs

Word of God Speak

Congregational Prayer

Baptism: Ripton Lane Grooters son of Kyle and Emily

Song: Ancient Words

WE HEAR GODS WORD

Scripture: Ephesians 6: 10-18

Message: Helmet and Sword

WE RESPOND TO GOD

Closing Song: All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name

Benediction

Sending Chorus: All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name

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

Serving us this week 6-4-23

NURSERY- Jordan & Kellie Menning

COMMON GROUND (before worship)- Randy & Cindy Bosch

COFFEE BREAK (following worship)- Dwayne & Sharon Postma

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER- Pastor Steve

CHILDRENS MESSAGE LEADER- Pastor Steve

SOUND SYSTEM- Sawyer Hrdlicka

VIDEO TAPING- Eric Arnold

PROCLAIM PRESENTER- Lincoln Kock

MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Kristi Metzger

*THE LOOSE OFFERING- Benevolent Fund

Serving us next week 6-11-23

NURSERY- Tracey Hoefert & Emma Baker                  

COMMON GROUND (before worship)- Lonn & Jammie Kellenberger

COFFEE BREAK (following worship)- Reuben & Jean Fick

CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER- Jen Kock

CHILDRENS MESSAGE LEADER- 

SOUND SYSTEM- Curt Dieren

VIDEO TAPING- Justin Groen

PROCLAIM PRESENTER- Elise Kahl

MEDICAL ASSISTANT- Brenda Van Hofwegen

*THE LOOSE OFFERING- General Fund

Upcoming Events  

SUNDAY 6-4-23:

10:45am Women’s Ministry Meeting 

MONDAY 6-5-23:

6:30pm Grief Share *Children’s ministry center*

7:30pm Consistory Meeting

TUESDAY 6-6-23: 

WEDNESDAY 6-7-23:

9am-2pm VBS

THURSDAY 6-8-23:

9am-2pm VBS

FRIDAY 6-9-23:   

8am Men’s Bible Study

9am VBS

11:30am VBS program with lunch to follow in the Fellowship Hall   *All are welcome*

SATURDAY 6-10-23:

SUNDAY 6-11-23: