CHURCH CALENDAR: AYUDA PARA RECONSTRUIR TEMPLO BETEL

EN SANTAGO, CHILE. Año 2010

Sunday, July 4, 2010
TODAY (7/4):
8:00 Boaters/Joggers Worship Service
9:30 Rev. Mary Wisner HELP WITH REBUILDING BETHEL CHURCH
MONDAY (7/5): CORNER OF STATE & 26TH STREET
TUESDAY (7/6): IN SANTIAGO, CHILE / 2010 (630 STATE STREET, HOLLAND, MI 49423)
9:00 Tate Basketball
WEDNESDAY (7/7):
7:15 Men’s Prayer Group (616) 392-8085
1:30 Staff meeting
3:30 Care Closet Una de las grietas o aberturas en la muralla, que www.firstchurchofholland.org
THURSDAY (7/8):
9:00 Tate Basketball desnivelaron todo el templo. Estas grietas no se
6:30 Care Closet #2 pueden parchar porque las murallas llevan hierro The family of First Church welcomes you to our services today. You are our guest and we are glad you
FRIDAY (7/9): dentro del cemento, el cual se dobló, y la única have chosen to worship with us. The following are services available to assist you: barrier-free entrances
SATURDAY (7/10): manera de repararlo es reconstruir. and restrooms; an elevator to the lower level; supervised child care for infants and toddlers in our spacious
10:00 Horn Bridal Shower nursery; a hearing assistance system for use with hearing aids with the t-coils or headsets; pre-kindergarten
SUNDAY (7/11): to fifth grade children’s worship bags to aid your child during the service and volunteers who are ready to
8:00 Boaters/Joggers Worship Service One of the cracks on the walls of the temple. These answer any questions at the Information Post at the rear of the worship center. If we can be of assistance
9:30 Rev. Dr. Daniel N. Gillett cracks may not be just covered with cement due to during the week, please call the church office at 392-8085. If you are looking for a church home, please
6:00 Rev. Chris DeVos at Pillar Church the fact that there’s iron rods running throught the accept this as an invitation to ‘check us out.’ There is ALWAYS A WELCOME HOME for you.
walls, and they got bent, so the only way to repair is
SERVING THE CHURCH TODAY to rebuild. MORNING WORSHIP—9:30 A.M.

COURTESY GREETERS: (7/4) B. & J. Geerlings, J. & C. THE APPROACH TO GOD

Russcher, B. & K. Schra. (7/11) G. & D. Schrotenboer, G. THE PEALING OF THE BELLS
& T. Smith, I. & M. Steketee. Let the Pealing of the Bells be a call to silent meditation and prayer as the Prelude is
USHERS: (7/4) S. Vlietstra, T. Coney, C. Kleis, M. being played.
DeHaan. (7/11) D. Walkotten, D. Geertman, D. Rumrill, Esta imagen muestra el daño
L. Wisner. PRELUDE - “Theme and Variations on America” - Janet Linker
ELDERS: (7/4, AM) T. Aalberts, G. Bylsma, C. hecho en el techo del templo, con el (based on The Worshiping Church No. 417)
Kleinheksel, B. Carlson. (7/11, AM) N. Unema, J. primer terremoto. Gran parte del
Geertman, J. VanderStoep, S. Vlietstra. techo cayó, y ahora con las répli- ANNOUNCEMENTS
BUS DRIVER: (7/4) J. Nykerk / 392-6893. (7/11) D. cas, las murallas se han caído.
Rumrill / 399-1292. PASSING OF THE FRIENDSHIP REGISTER
HALL MONITOR: (7/4) R. Buit. (7/11) K. Johnson.
NURSERY, AM WORSHIP: (7/4) S. Risedorph, R. This image shows the damage done MINISTRY MOMENT - Special Offering for July - Magdalena Rubio & Rev. Santos
Nykerk, A. LaDuke, L. Larson, M. Vlietstra, M. with the first earthquake in the roof.
VanderStoep. (7/11) S. Risedorph, J. Cosgrove, L. GREETING ONE ANOTHER
A considerable part of the roof fell,
Schrotenboer, G. Hoffman, J. Evenson, S. Bass.
FELLOWSHIP COFFEE: (7/4) VanDoornik. (7/11) and now with the replicas, the walls INTROIT - “Blessed Be Your Name” - Matt Redmond
Fortney. have fallen.
SENTENCES
TV WORSHIP SCHEDULE *HYMN OF PRAISE - #418 “America the Beautiful”

First Church morning worship services can been seen every
week on Comcast Channel 24/916.
▪ Monday at 7:00 a.m.
▪ Tuesday at 12:30 p.m.
▪ Thursday at 6:00 p.m.
KIDS OWN WORSHIP
Please note the age change for the summer. Children ages
4 yrs old through those entering 2nd grade are dismissed
during the Hymn of Preparation, meeting the teacher at the
top of the stairs to proceed downstairs to room L2 for a
worship experience that is age appropriate. Parents must
pick up their children immediately following the worship
service. Children will not be dismissed without a parent.
*INVOCATION & SALUTATION
*PRAYER FOR OUR COUNTRY
Almighty God, you have given us this good land as our heritage. Make us always
remember your generosity and constantly do your will. Bless our land with
honest industry, truthful education, and an honorable way of life. Save us from
violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance, and from every evil
course of action. Make us who came from many nations with many different
languages a united people. Defend our liberties and give those whom we have
entrusted with the authority of government the spirit of wisdom, that there might
be justice and peace in our land. When times are prosperous, let our hearts be
thankful; and, in troubled times, do not let our trust in you fail. We ask all this
Abertura en frente, entre el techo y el muro de la iglesia. Toda esta muralla debe ser through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
reemplazada.
SOLO - “How Can I Keep From Singing” - Chris Tomlin
Opening in front, between the roof and the wall of the church. The whole wall needs to
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
be replaced.
THE WORD OF GOD
*HYMN OF PREPARATION - #552 “My Faith Looks Up To Thee”

PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

 SCRIPTURE - Psalm 27, pg. 540.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OUR CHURCH FAMILY
SERMON - “While in a desert place, prime the pump.”

ANTHEM - “Desert Pete” - The Kingston Trio There will be no evening worship tonight, so that all may enjoy family time. The church will also be closed TODD AND RACHEL BILLINGS have returned safely
on Monday, July 5 for the Independence Day holiday weekend. with their new daughter from Ethiopia, NETSANET
PRAYER OF BLESSING RUTH, who goes by "Neti." The trip was not without some
If anyone is interested in helping with the design or construction of NEW STOLES for the pastors, please bumps along the way (with each person getting sick at some
THE RESPONSE TO GOD see Jannelle Geertman or Trudy Smith. point), but they are each doing well. SPECIAL NOTE:
OFFERING They are eager to introduce Neti, but they have been
Our BOATERS/JOGGERS SERVICE is held in the sanctuary here at First Church starting at 8:00 a.m. instructed not to let others hold Neti for the first six weeks
OFFERTORY - “A Prayer for the Protection of Our Armed Forces” - Robert J. Powell every Sunday morning throughout the summer. This abbreviated service includes message, readings and or so after her arrival. Coming from an orphanage, Neti has
(based on The Worshiping Church No. 121 and No. 419)
coffee. Please feel free to invite friends to this unique, relaxed service. had many caretakers. The first six weeks or so is an
*DOXOLOGY - #808 “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” especially important “attachment” time for Neti to figure
The CARE CLOSET would appreciate your donations this week of: shampoo, q-tips, mouthwash, and out that mom and dad are the primary caretakers. Praise
*OFFERTORY PRAYER paper grocery bags. Thank you! God for this newest member of the First Church family!

*HYMN OF RESPONSE - #517 “The Solid Rock” It will soon be time to print the new 2010-2011 FIRST CHURCH PHONE/ADDRESS DIRECTORY. PASTOR DAN is on vacation through July 7. Pastor Dan
Please, please, double check your info at the Information Post to be sure that we have your info correct in will be preaching in St. Croix this morning, for Darrell
*BENEDICTION our records. This includes you and your children’s home address & phone number, winter/summer ad- Koopman’s brother who is the pastor of the Reformed
dress & phone number, cell phone number, e-mail address, and college address. The directory is only Church in St. Croix.
*POSTLUDE - “Jubilee!” - Gilbert M. Martin
printed once a year, so please let the church office (lriemersma@firstchurchofholland.org) know if your
information needs updating! For further “Church Family” updates, please call the Prayer
A.M. PARTICIPANTS: Line throughout the week. The local number is 395-3282.
All of us gathered. Out of town members should call 1-866-392-8085. If you
Rev. Mary Wisner -preaching Come cheer on the FIRST CHURCH MEN’S SOFTBALL TEAM at their last two games! All games are
have a prayer concern to be added or changed, or would like
Rev. Paul Reynen -worship leading played on Monday nights on Field #3 of the Matt Urban Sports Complex off of 32nd Street. Calendar: to receive Prayer Line updates by e-mail please call the
Blake Driver -ministry of music July 5 there is no game, July 12 at 8:30 p.m. (Westshore United), and July 19 at 6:30 p.m. (Wild Dog church office.
Dick Doeden & Mike Windisch -ministry of music Grille).
Richard VanOss -organist
If anyone is interested in helping with the design or construction of NEW STOLES for the pastors, please
see Jannelle Geertman or Trudy Smith. WORDS OF THANKS

We are adding some variety to the ways we are doing special music this summer. You may’ve noticed a
few weeks ago we had a ‘men’s Sunday’ with the performances by two different male trios. We are also
having some ‘families’ handle all the special music in a particular service. You soon see the Cosgrove ex-
tended family handling music. We will also have an ‘all instrumental’ Sunday coming up soon. It is a hope
that these musical offerings will enable us to worship in a wide and blest manner.
PRAYER FOR THE WEEK
Pray this holiday weekend for our servicemen and women and thank God for our freedom.
Dear friends at First, Thank you for blessing us during out
ordination/commission service. You have been an incredi-
ble source of encouragement to us on this journey. We love
you all and are privileged to be a part of this family! J.P.,
Katy & Leila Sundararajan
We wish to thank our First Church family for the prayers
and cards we received following Howie’s knee replacement
surgery. The prayer shawl and visit from Pastor Paul were a
comfort and the food brought in was delicious. We look
forward to worshipping with you soon. God is good! How-
ard & Jean Topp

I wish to thank the First Church Family for all the prayers,
calls, and cards during my recent knee surgery. Also Pastor
SPECIAL OFFERING FOR JULY Paul for his visits in the hospital. Ken Dozeman

HELP REBUILDING THE TEMPLE

Due to the recent 8.8 grade earthquake in Chile, South America, a temple of the Assemblies of God
founded and built under the ministry of pastor Santos Figueroa in the year 1957, has suffered serious
structural damage and the congregation of Iglesia Betel is no longer allowed to occupy the building under
these conditions.

The present pastor of this congregation, Luis Godoy, has informed us of the existent need, and consider-
ing the fact that winter is approaching that area, it is necessary to start rebuilding as soon as possible.

We are requesting your help with a monetary donation (whatever you’re able to contribute), to help rebuild
this temple that is located in a very centric part of the capital and serves a diverse population.

More information can be found on the back of today’s bulletin.

Maggie Rubio and Pastor Santos Figueroa will give the ministry moment today and the special offering will
be received next Sunday, July 11.