Grace Protestant Reformed Church; Standale, Michigan

GRACE CHURCH BULLETIN – NOVEMBER 15, 2009

MORNING WORSHIP – REV. RON VAN OVERLOOP 9:30 AM Sermon: “With Thee There Is Forgiveness” Text: Psalm 130: 4,8 Psalters: 166, 83, 362, 283 Offerings: General Fund, Benevolent Fund

EVENING WORSHIP – REV. RON VAN OVERLOOP 6:00 PM Sermon: “Wait and Hope in Jehovah” Text: Psalm 130: 5-7 Psalters: 73, 111, 363, 162 Offerings: Reformed Witness Hour, Beacon Lights

FROM OUR COUNCIL/CONSISTORY We warmly welcome all who are worshipping with us today. May we together grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18) on this Lord’s Day. Sermons are available on CD by filling out a card on the center table in the narthex or can be downloaded via our website www.graceprc.org. Live sermons can also be heard over the telephone by dialing 616-272-7414 at anytime during the service. LORD’S SUPPER The sacrament will be administered during this morning’s service. The elders are called to guard the Table and so only members of the congregation and those who have received permission of our elders may partake. May we hear the Lord declare to us that He has forgiven us all our iniquities, having redeemed us. CONSISTORY will hold its regular monthly meeting Thursday at 7:30 PM. The church visitors are scheduled to meet with the council at that time. The Council presents to the congregation the following office bearer nominations: Elder nominees are Harold Kaptein, Nick Kleyn Sr., Dave Van Baren, and John VanDyke with two to be elected. The retiring elders are Bob Knott and Gerry Van Manen. Deacon nominees are Ed Bos, Steve Hoeksema, Mark Langerak, and Jeremy Meulenberg with two to be elected. The retiring deacons are Bill Leep and Steve Lotterman. Objections to any of the nominees must be presented in writing to the clerk of the council. (A lawful objection is one which alleges that the election of any one of theses nominees violates the principles of the Church Order or of God’s in I Timothy 3) The date of the congregational meeting is December 10, 2009 at 7:30 PM The Agenda and Proposed Budget will be handed out on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009. GROWING IN GRACE SUNDAY SCHOOL teachers will meet immediately after the morning service. The children will meet for 5 minutes after tonight’s service to receive their Christmas program material. CATECHISM All afternoon Old Testament History classes - Lesson 9; 7 pm - Grades 8 & 9 - Lord’s Day 9. 8 pm - Grades 10 & 11 - Lesson 13 of Essentials; 9 pm - Grades 12 and up – Canons I - 8. YOUNG PEOPLES will meet after this morning’s service. We will study Rev. 2:8ff. YOUNG ADULTS will meet tonight and continue our study on "Grow Up - Spiritual Maturity." The study material is on the sheet in the narthex. ADULT BIBLE SOCIETIES will meet this Wednesday evening at 8:00 PM. We will continue our study of Revelation 8. Around 8:45 PM, Rev. Daniel Kleyn will talk about and show some pictures of the Philippines. Hope to see you there! · Refreshment servers this week are Joyce Van Oostenbrugge and Paula Mastbergen.

GROWING IN GRACE – cont. WOMEN'S BIBLE FELLOWSHIP: Attention all women.  This Thursday, November 19th at 9:45 AM.  Discussion is on Mark 11.  Hope to see you there. (November Grace Notes has details and questions). REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS From the Contact Committee: Synod 2009 has authorized the CC to assist the Berean PRC of the Philippines and Covenant PRC of Northern Ireland in the financial support of Mr. Vernon Ibe and Mr. Martyn McGeown during their time of study at our seminary.  Funding for this support comes from collections taken in our churches for the Foreign Student Assistance Fund.  Based on collections received so far this year, a $10,000 shortfall is anticipated.  We ask for your prayerful consideration and support of this worthy cause. Reformed Free Publishing is thankful to our heavenly Father for the gifts and prayers from members of Grace PRC. The gifts allow the RFPA to publish and distribute books and the Standard Bearer at affordable prices. Readers from around the world use these publications and express their appreciation. Please keep this kingdom cause in your prayers. DENOMINATIONAL NEWS CALLS/TRIOS: · Bethel (IL): Trio of Prof. D. Engelsma, Rev. G. Eriks (Hudsonville), and Rev. K. Koole (Grandville). · Byron Center: Voted to extend a call to Rev. C. Haak (Georgetown). · Cornerstone (IN): voted to extend a call to Rev. J. Slopsema (First, GR). · Holland: Trio of Rev. S. Key (Hull, IA), Rev. W. Langerak (Southeast), Rev. K. Koole (Grandville). · Trinity (Hudsonville): Trio of Rev. G. Eriks (Hudsonville), Rev. K. Koole (Grandville), Rev. J. Marcus (Edmonton, AB). Prof. H. Hanko left over a week ago to speak four weeks among the saints of Covenant PRC of Northern Ireland, which allows Rev. Stewart to develop the work in Limerick, Ireland. Rev. K. Koole continues to labor among the Covenant Evangelical Reformed Church of Singapore, while Rev. Paul Goh is working among Reformed Christians in Malaysia. Sid Miedema, a member of the Contact Committee, will join Rev. Koole in Singapore this week in order to work toward re-establishing a relationship with them, per their request to Synod 2009.

Nursery today: Nursery next week: Ushers for November:

a.m. a.m. a.m.

Danielle VanDenTop, Ashley Huizinga, Kayleigh Bos Deb Feenstra, Lynette Kleyn, Sara VanDenTop Sam Copple, Roger Compagner

p.m. p.m. p.m.

Joan Hanko, Eliese Moelker Heidi Meulenberg, Robin Compagner Brad Van Oostenbrugge, Steve Kleyn

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOVEMBER 15, 2009

REFORMED WITNESS HOUR can be heard every Sunday at 8:00 AM on WFUR-FM (102.9) and 4:00 PM on WFUR-AM (1570). This week: In Praise of Sovereign Grace: Preservation of the Saints (John 17:11-12). Next week: Yet Will I Rejoice in the Lord (Habakkuk 3:17-19).

GEORGETOWN PRC broadcasts a service each Sunday at 3:00 PM on WFUR-AM (1570).

CHURCH EVENTS

BASKETBALL TEAMS Grace Church now has two basketball teams, one in the upper league and one in the lower.  If you desire to play in either, please give Mark Meulenberg a call at 855-2655.

MESSIAH CONCERT The 70th Annual Performance by the Zeeland Civic Chorus of G. F. Handel's Messiah will be given on Thursday, December 3, at 7:30 PM at the First Christian Reformed Church of Zeeland and on Tuesday, December 8, at 7:30 PM at the Central Avenue Christian Reformed Church of Holland.  Join the chorus for a night of inspirational music.  No tickets are needed.  A freewill offering will be taken.

SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAM will be held on January 29 at Faith PRC at 7:00 p.m. with refreshments following.  We

look forward to witnessing our special needs members glorifying God with the talents He has given them!

SCHOOL EVENTS/ FUNDRAISERS

PROTESTANT REFORMED SPECIAL EDUCATION DRIVE is being conducted the weeks of November 15 and 22 through the mail. Our goal this year is $104,000. We earnestly pray that with God’s gracious help we can attain this goal. If you did not receive a letter, or have any questions, please call Brandon Van Overloop (616-669-4816) or Bern Zandstra (616-534-3865).

ADAMS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL is conducting our deficit support drive for 2009-2010 by mail. The goal of this drive is $250,000. To date, we have received $151,000 in pledges and have collected $105,000 of that amount. Information and commitment forms will be sent out this week. Please prayerfully consider this need and return your form by November 30, even if you cannot contribute at this time.

ADAMS 7TH ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW is planned for Saturday, November 21 from 9 to 3 PM.  Stop in and shop from a large variety of crafters (over 65 have signed up).  Stay for a delicious lunch (chicken salad croissants), and purchase from the bake sale to satisfy your sweet tooth.  Your support by attending this event is greatly appreciated.  Any questions can be directed to Lydya at 681-5609 or Ljhulst@gmail.com.

BAKED GOODS WANTED Friends of Adams Christian School: We are currently making preparations for our bake sale at our annual Craft Show, held at ACS on November 21. This is the only booth at our show whose proceeds go to our school, and it is 100% profit! Everyone is invited to participate by donating baked goods of any sort. If you would like to participate, please contact Rebecca Kleyn at 532-1075 or coreb@sbcglobal.net. There are disposable tins available at Adams for your convenience. Thank you!

THANKSGIVING SINGSPIRATION On Sunday, November 22 at 8:15 PM a Thanksgiving singspiration hosted by the Young People's Federation Board will be held at Trinity PRC in Hudsonville.  A collection will be taken for the Young People's Convention to be held next summer.  Please plan to join us for an hour of giving thanks in song to our heavenly Father.  

COOKBOOKS, sold by Trinity's Young People, remain available for $15 each.  They make a great Christmas, wedding, bridal shower, etc. gift!  To purchase, please contact Bev Kuiper, 896-1309 or hibevkuiper@gmail.com.  They are also available at the Reformed Book Outlet.

TEACHING POSITION Faith Christian School in Randolph, WI, is seeking a teacher for either the Upper Room (grades 6-8) or the Middle Room (grades 3-5) starting next school year 2010-2011.  Interested individuals should contact Board President, Joe Van Baren at 920-326-6190 or the administrator, Mike Vander Veen at michael.vanderveen@yahoo.com or 920-296-4406.

2010 PROTESTANT REFORMED MISSION CALENDAR: Active in Missions has produced a 2010 calendar of our Protestant Reformed mission fields and contacts. The 12-month calendar features colorful pictures and descriptions of the fields as well as birthdays and anniversaries of our missionary families. A sample copy of the calendar is available in the back of church. An order form will be included in the next monthly newsletter, or you can place an order by sending your name, phone #, church name, and $5/calendar to Carol Bos/10648 White Birch Dr./Allendale, MI 49401. Please place your order by November 30 to ensure delivery before the new year. Thank you.

HOPE HERALDS 2009 CD "Glad Adoration" is here! You can get your copy at the Reformed Book Outlet in Hudsonville, at Heritage Christian School in Hudsonville, or by contacting Dan VanDyke (616-669-7390) or Karen Daling (616-662-0784 or bulletin@faithprc.org). Cost of the CD is $10. 2009 HH members, contact Dan or Karen to get your complimentary copy.

FITTING PRAISES CD Vol. 13 by the Protestant Reformed Psalm Singing Choir is now available at the special introductory price of $11 per CD until December 26, 2009. Order forms are available in the narthex.

COOKBOOKS Covenant Christian Ladies Aid is selling their cookbooks, Home Cookin', for $10. This would make a great Christmas gift, and help out our school at the same time. Please call Darlene Bertsch to pay for it and to receive your cookbook. Thank You