First Protestant Reformed Church; Holland, Michigan

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE

P E N T E C O S T

May 11, 2008

Morning Service – 9:30 a.m. Evening Service – 6:00 p.m.

NOT BY MIGHT, BUT BY THE SPIRIT ENDEAVORING TO KEEP THE UNITY OF THE SPIRIT

I.    The Prophet's Vision I.   The Unity Of The Spirit

II.   The Spirit's Work II.   Keeping That Unity

III.  The Church's Confidence III.  How This Is Done

Text: Zechariah 4:6 Text: Ephesians 4:1-3

Scripture: Zechariah 4 Scripture: Ephesians 4

Psalters: 134, 141, 287, 239 Psalters: 314, 27, 391, 371

Offerings: General, Foreign Missions Offerings: Building, Benevolence

Next Week: General, Heritage Christian School Next Week: Building, Benevolence

We welcome all who join us in worship this Lord’s Day.

We extend a special welcome to our visitors. You will find the order of worship

and the words to the doxologies on the back of the bulletin.

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

Thursday, 7 p.m., Council Meeting

CONGREGATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

“Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands, Serve the LORD with gladness. Come before His presence with singing.” Today is Pentecost Sunday, the day we remember the blessing of Christ pouring out his Spirit upon His Church.

Consistory approved the request of Jeff Westra for the baptism of Jeff & Nicki's daughter, Jayden Joy. Baptism will take place next week Sunday morning, the Lord willing.

With gratitude to God, the Consistory approved the confessions of faith of John Gustafson and Justin Warner.  If there are no lawful objections to their confession, their public confession of faith will take place on June 1 in the morning, the Lord willing.  We thank God for this evidence of His covenant faithfulness to these families and to our church.

Dr. Eric Gustafson has experienced a good measure of relief from his pain and was able to return to work on Friday.  He is still doing physical therapy and is considering yet the possibility of surgery.

Mr. Les Haveman's recovery from his stroke continues to go well.  The Lord willing, he will be able to return to work this week.  We thank our heavenly Father for His goodness and care.

Mrs. Barb Cammenga has been feeling much better.  She is still receiving pain medications, but has regained strength and is able to get around and do things again.  We thank the Lord for His blessings.

Mr. Harvey Jongekrijg was admitted to the hospital this past Thursday due to pain caused by troubles with his prostate.  He was able to return home on Friday and is being treated through medication.  Let's remember the Jongekrijgs in their trials and needs.

The Secret Pal Revealing Party will be tomorrow evening at 6:30 p.m. Please let Audrey or Leesa know today if you can bring an appetizer, dessert or pop. Also, be sure to pick up an information sheet from the narthex table. New members are welcome! Come join us!

Classis East will be meeting on Wednesday here in our church.  Delegates from our consistory are our pastor and Elder Wes Koops.  Classis has a lengthy and weighty agenda, which includes the request of Faith PRC's daughter to organize, 5 protests against previous decisions of classis, and one appeal.  May God give wisdom and grace to the delegates in their work.

The Lord's Supper in June will be a week later, on June 22, because our pastor is a delegate to Synod.

From the Kitchen Committee:  A sign-up sheet has been posted on the bulletin board for the Parade of Homes, June 12 - 21.  Please help support our church and fill a 3-hour time slot (or two).

Some ladies are planning a brunch for our congregation at Helder Park on Monday, June 9, at 9 in the morning.  Everyone is invited.  Bring something to pass and a lawn chair and come to enjoy the fellowship!  Drinks will be supplied.

CHURCH NEWS

•From the Council of Hope PRC (Grand Rapids, MI):  As you know from news reports in this past week, a devastating cyclone has struck the country of Myanmar.  The Yangon congregation of the Protestant Reformed Churches of Myanmar was hit particularly hard. While no members were seriously injured, three families had their homes destroyed and Rev. Titus, our contact in the PRCM, had his home damaged. The conditions in Myanmar at present are very difficult, with no electricity, widespread destruction, as well as food and water shortages.  The Hope Council, using a special fund created to help the saints in Myanmar, sent emergency aid to the PRCM this past week and is keeping in close contact with Rev. Titus to determine how much more help will have to be sent as the situation unfolds.  We commit the needs of the saints in Myanmar to our Heavenly Father who works all things according to His perfect will.

•While Rev. William Langerak is considering the call to the Philippines, he plans to visit the field.  He will be leaving tomorrow, the Lord willing, for two weeks, with Rev. Spriensma initially accompanying him, and then his wife Karen joining him there.  We keep them in our prayers.

•We continue to remember in prayer the delegation of Rev. Haak and Rev. Koole visiting the Covenant Evangelical Reformed Church in Singapore. They plan to return home tomorrow, the Lord willing.

•Rev. Doug Kuiper plans to answer the call to Calvary PRC on May 25.

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

May 12 - Association of Adams Christian School annual meeting, 7:30p.m., at school. New members welcome.

May 14 - Eastside Christian School dessert reception to honor Miss Agatha Lubbers, 7-9 p.m. at First PRC.

May 15 - Heritage Fundraisers final meeting of the school year, 10 a.m. at Georgetown PRC. 

May 15 - Heritage Christian School’s 4-9 grade choir Concert, Georgetown PRC at 7:30 p.m. All are invited!

May 15 - CCHS Foundation Board will meet 7 a.m., Thursday, at THE RAINBOW GRILL in Hudsonville.

May 16 – Hudsonville PRC Marriage Conference, 7:30 p.m., “God’s Calling of Husbands and Wives in Marriage”. Invite a neighbor or take a friend.  Nursery will be provided and refreshments afterward.

May 17 - CCHS Athletic Boosters Pancake Breakfast is this Saturday at CCHS from 7:30-10a.m. followed by the baseball, soccer and softball games at 10:00.  Hope to see you there!

May 18 – CCHS Choirs will present a concert next Sunday, 8:15 PM at Faith PRC.  We hope to see you there!

May 19 – PR Special Education Society Annual Meeting, 7:30 p.m. at Heritage Christian School.

May 22 - Hudsonville PRC Marriage Conference #3, “God’s Way of Building & Strengthening Your Marriage”

May 22 - Hope School Elementary Music Program (grades 1-4) 7:30 p.m., Grandville High School Auditorium.

May 22 –Senior Singles Fellowship at Hudsonville PRC, 11:30 a.m. for lunch; interesting program afterwards.

May 23 - Heritage Christian School’s Kindergarten Program will be at Faith PRC at 7:30 p.m. Plan to attend this enjoyable program as our little ones sing praises to God!

May 24 – The SWPRC Young People's Society annual softball tournament at Whistlestop Park in Byron Center. Everyone is invited to enjoy concessions and watch the games as 12 teams compete. See you there!

May 26 - 12^th annual Adams Christian School Memorial Day Boosters’ Pancake Breakfast, 7- 9:30 a.m.

May 31 – Reception at CCHS, 2-5 p.m. to celebrate Mr Harry Langerak’s 44 years of faithfully teaching our children. If unable to attend, leave a note for Harry on Covenant's web site (www.covenantchristianhs.org/)

August 2 - CCHS class of 1973: plan on a 35 year class reunion at Egypt Valley Country Club.  If you're interested in attending please email Bernie at blkamps@yahoo.com or call 453-9773.  More details later.

Attention Young People:  The registration deadline for the 2008 Young People's Convention is this week Thursday so please send in your registration forms ASAP. All forms MUST be in by May 15!

REFORMED WITNESS HOUR

Sundays, 8 a.m. (WFUR-FM 102.9); 4 p.m. (WFUR-AM 1570). The message today is: The Daughter of Sarah; next week: I Will Pour out my Spirit Upon Your Sons and Daughters