Sussex Christian Reformed Church

Sunday, August 1, 2010

9:30 A.M. Service

                               

We Gather in the Presence of God

Call to Worship

*God’s Greeting

*Opening Hymn # 330 Celebration  1-4

“Are You Washed in the Blood?”

Responsive Reading

Leader:  Let us join our voices to praise the spotless Lamb, Jesus Christ, who has redeemed us from sin and death.

All:  We, whom He has redeemed, will sing praises and shout for joy this hour.

Leader:  Because in Christ the Lamb we have redemption through His blood, we have the forgiveness of our sins in accordance with the riches of His grace.

All:  Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us.

Leader:  Let us praise Him by saying:

All:  Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise!  To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb we give worship this hour and forever and ever.   Amen.

*Hymn “The Power of the Cross”

Oh, to see the dawn of the darkest day

Christ on the road to Calvary.

Tried by sinful men, torn and beaten, then

Nailed to a cross of wood.

CHORUS:  This the power of the cross

Christ became sin for us.

Took the blame, bore the wrath,

We stand forgiven at the cross

 

Oh, to see the pain written on your face,

Bearing the awesome weight of sin

Every bitter thought, every evil deed

Crowning Your bloodstained brow.   CHORUS:

Now the daylight flees, Now the ground beneath

Quakes as its Maker bows His head.

Curtain torn in two, dead are raised to life

Finished the vict’ry cry.   CHORUS:

 

Oh, to see my name written in the wounds,

For through Your suffering I am free.

Death is crushed to death, life is mine to live,

Won through your selfless love!

This the power of the cross:  Son of God slain for us

What a name, what a cost!

We stand forgiven at the cross.

 

God Separates His People From Sin

God’s Will for Holy Living

Assurance of Pardon

Song of Response # 542 Celebration 

“MY Life Is In You, Lord”

Profession of Faith of Michael Babich and Larissa Ottens

p. 134

Congregational Prayer

 

God Speaks Through His Word

*Hymn # 351 Psalter  1-4  “Ah, Dearest Jesus…”  

Prayer of Illumination – Elder

Scripture: Mark 14:12-26   p. 1064     Lord’s Day 28   p. 36

Sermon: “The Lord’s Supper: A Sure Promise”

 

We Respond to God’s Word

Prayer

Song of Response # 302 Celebration  1-3  “Lamb of God”

Offering – General Fund and Benevolent Fund

Offertory Prayer

 

We Go Out in Peace

*Benediction

*Doxology # 347 Celebration  verse 4 “And Can It Be?”

 

 

7:00 P.M. Evening Service

 

We Gather in the Presence of God

Call to Worship

Silent Prayer

*Hymn “Shout to the Lord”

*God’s Greeting

*Song of Praise # 422 Psalter 1,2,4,5

“O Jesus Joy of Loving Hearts”

 

God Speaks Through His Word

Prayer of Illumination

Scripture: Job 32-37   p. 556

Sermon: “Another Perspective”

Prayer

 

We Respond to God’s Word

*Hymn of Praise # 240 Psalter 1,2,4

“Teach Me, O Lord, Thy Way of Truth”

Congregational Prayer

*Apostle’s Creed   p. 3

*Hymn # 380 Psalter  1-4  “Amazing Grace”

Offering – Today’s Choice

 

We Go Out in Peace

*Benediction

*Doxology # 186 Celebration  verse 1

 

Please join us for a time of fellowship on the patio after the morning service.  

 

We will witness the public profession of faith of Michael Babich and Larissa Ottens during the morning service.  Praise God for His work in growing the faith of each of these young people. 

 

 

CALENDAR:

 

Monday:  6:00 P.M.  Young Adults’ new name is called “LIFTS” Living in Faith to Serve.  LIFTS will be having a swim/picnic at Eric and Amanda’s.  We will be choosing new study materials.  New college students are encouraged to join us.

 

Monday:  7:30 P.M. Education, Evangelism, Fellowship and Worship Committees will have a joint meeting.

 

Wednesday:  7:30-9:00 P.M.  Gym Night at SCS for Junior High and older

 

Thursday:  7:30 P.M.  Deacons Meeting

 

CHURCH FAMILY

 

Sonja Kuperus was discharged from Barn Hill Care Center on Wednesday.  Temporarily, she is living with Bill and Terri.  Thank God for His measure of healing.   

 

Siek Postma had a pacemaker put in this past Wednesday at Newton Memorial Hospital.  He came home from the hospital on Thursday and is recovering at home. Please uplift him in prayer.

 

Sussex CRC has begun its annual elder and deacon selection process.  The congregation is invited to forward the names of any individuals who should be considered for these offices to the clerk of council, Rob Dekker, no later than August 8.  Please pray for God’s continued blessing on the leadership of the church.

 

After several years of faithful service. Mark and Michelle Kuperus will be stepping down as our high school youth group leaders.  The council would like to thank them for their efforts and leadership in our youth program.

 

SAVE THE DATE!  A special youth ministry kick-off is being planned for September 25 at 7:00 P.M. at the church.  Please keep this date available with your parents.  It will be inspirational and informative.

 

Are you interested in a mission trip to Haiti in January 2011?  Looking for a minimum of ten people who can commit to two weeks and help raise their own funds.  Trip includes working, witnessing, and experiencing the culture.  If interested, talk to Owen Valkema.

 

Goshen Christian School is in need of a part time teacher for high school math and science, as well as some elementary science for the 2010-2011 school year. They are also looking for an individual who would like to share their gift of music with K-6th grade.  Currently this is a volunteer position that would require one period a day.   Applications can be picked up at the school, call the school at 845-294-6365, email Mrs. Wade at mwade@goshenchristian.org or call Mrs. Romanko at 845-294-6365.

 

DISABILITY CONCERNS:  The summer issue of Breaking Barriers is on line at www.crcna.org/pages/disability IssueIndex.cfm. If you would like to read this newsletter and need a print copy, please contact Pastor Joel.

 

North Jersey Men of Promise is hosting a family picnic at the Solid Rock Day Camp at 37 Stephens Road in West Milford on August 21 from 1-7 P.M.  For more info or to RSVP call George Pomante at 973-827-7355.

 

 

August special offerings

August 8 – Tuition Assistance

August 15 – Mission Fund

August 29 – Sussex Christian School

 

 

 

 

NURSERY

 

Today:  Infants: Brandie Vande Werken, Jenn Vander Groef

Toddlers: Linda Kuperus, Andrea Hamming

 

Next Sunday:  Infants: Dotty Valkema, Lisa Van Wyk

Toddlers: Tracy Vander Groef, Michael Babich

 

GREETERS

 

Today: Owen and Steph Valkema

Next Sunday: Tony and Charlene Fiorita

 

REFRESHMENTS

 

Today: Jon Morris, Eric Thiessen, Ted Ruby

Next Sunday: The Fellowship Committee

 

USHERS

 

Today: Rich Fox, Ted Babich, Dave Vander Groef

  Next Sunday: Pete Hagedoorn, Steve Fox, Jeff Vander Groef

 

SOUND BOOTH

 

Today:  A.M. Miles Kuperus and Zach Vander Groef

P.M. Shannon Farrier

Next Sunday: A. M. Steve Schipper and Andy Kabasakalian

P.M. Miles Kuperus