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lmmanuel Christian Reformed Church

July 2, 2017

WELCOME TO IMMANUEL!

We’re glad that you joined us today, and we pray that you will encounter God through prayer, worship, and his word.

Guest mailboxes are located after the alphabetical list of members. Please pick up this information if you would like details on Immanuel’s ministries.

This morning Pastor Bob will continue with the Practice Resurrection series of messages.

Offerings: General Fund & Building Fund

This evening we welcome Pastor Dave Jolman & the congregation of First Hudsonville CRC as we worship together. Pastor Jolman’s message will focus on Psalm 24, God is Sovereign.

Offering: New City Kids GR

NURSERY

Today:

10:00AM Lisa & Gideon Huisman

Gracie Geers

5:30PM Lette Huisman

Next Sunday:

10:00AM Melissa & Sydney Steen,

Mike & Paige Wigger

5:30PM The nursery room will be open but unstaffed.

THIS WEEK

THURSDAY JULY 6

6:00PM Block Party Organizational Meeting

Herweyer’s home

NEXT SUNDAY – JULY 9, 2017

10:00AM Guest Pastor Milt Doornbos

Ephesians 3:14-21 Unleashing the Power of Christ

Offerings: General Fund & Level 3 Tuition Assistance

5:30PM Guest Pastor Rich Kornoelje

Mark 8:27-30 Who Do You Say That I Am?

Offering: New City Kids GR

THE LAURELS OF HUDSONVILLE – 9:00AM

Elder Paul Hoekwater

Rich, Ridder, Ritsema families

PRAYER REQUESTS

Corky Van Leeuwen is receiving hospice care at Cambridge Manor. Pray for God’s peace.

Marge De Boer - chemotherapy

Lester Knot - immunotherapy

Joe Lems – severe back pain

Joan Miller - The Laurels of Hudsonville, hospice care

Sharon Ondersma – M.S.

Pete Van Rijs – durable cancer remission

Karla Veldink - chemotherapy

Military

Ethan Ritsema DC3 - Navy, Japan

Lance Corporal Josh Ter Keurst – Marines

Captain Ron Thenn – Army

Lance Corporal Trevor Vedders - Marines

Community Freedom Ministries

WEEKLY PRAYER GUIDE

SUNDAY

Remember in prayer and with a card this week our shut-ins:

Clara Timmer, Agnes Koomen, Corky Van Leeuwen

MONDAY

Pray for God’s strength to be with the many persecuted Christians in Mexico.

TUESDAY

Pray for God’s blessing and protection this week on our Administrative Assistant, Lynnea Van Wylen.

WEDNESDAY

Pray for Revs Linda & Trevor Rubingh and their work with New City Kids GR.

THURSDAY

Pray for these young adults and remember them with a note or card:

Katelyn Vander Ploeg, Jonathan De Young, Hope Gaffner

FRIDAY

Pray for God’s blessing on our Youth Ministries.

SATURDAY

Ask God to bless the civil and church leaders of our city and the residents of your street.

Denominational Prayer Line: 1-888-CRC-PRAY

OPPORTUNITIES

Circle Letter A - Missionary Correspondence

If you are interested in receiving printed copies of correspondence from our missionaries, please circle Letter A in the Friendship Folder. The Mission Committee will put copies in your church mailbox as they arrive.

Circle Letter B - Director of Technology Position

Immanuel has a job opening for the Director of Technology. If you are interested, or would like more information, please circle Letter B in the Friendship Folder.

CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Directory Update

Fannie Roelofs Same ph #

Sheldon Meadows Room #A4

4482 Port Sheldon St

Hudsonville MI 49426

Save the date - Neighborhood Block Party!

Save Tuesday, August 8th, 5:30-7:30PM for the first annual Neighborhood Block Party!  To show God’s love to our neighbors, we will be organizing a block party with Critter Barn, games, food, dunk tanks, magic show and more!  Contact Judi Van Dyke with any questions.

Block Party Organizational Meeting

A planning meeting regarding the Neighborhood Block Party will be held at Herweyer’s house this Thursday, July 6th at 6PM.  Please come if you have any interest in helping to organize this event.

Zuni Mission Trip Fundraiser

We are selling Rada Cutlery as a fundraiser for our mission trip in July. We have some knives already or catalogs you can order from. Contact Ruth Pohler (669-5657 or pohlerruth@). Thank you!

FINANCIAL UPDATES

June 25, 2017

General Fund $26,299

Level 3 Tuition Assistance 1,406

World Renew 87

General Fund Year-to-Date

Received $619,360

Budget goal 648,327

Over (Under) (28,967)

Budget received – 96%

Fiscal year – July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017

To fulfill our General Fund budget,

an average weekly offering of $12,468 is necessary.

Please tithe in faith and as your response to God’s blessings.

July Corners Offering - Love INC Back to School Ministry

Contributions to Immanuel can be made in four ways:

• Weekly offerings during our worship service

• Online giving through PayPal

• Auto-giving through your bank

• Mailing a check to the church address

REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS

Unity Christian High School is seeking licensed bus drivers to assist in occasional routes and after school/evening sports team transportation.

If you are licensed, or would like to pursue licensing through Unity, please contact Doug Vander Ploeg, Transportation Director (669-1820 or dvanderploeg@).

Hudsonville Christian’s Kids’ Corner Child Care program is looking for energetic people who love working with God’s children!  They are specifically looking for additional staff for the After School Care program, during the hours of 2:30/3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday beginning in August for the 2017-2018 school year.  Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply.  Please contact Gina VanWoerkom at gvanwoerkom@ if you are interested in this position.

The Christian Reformed Conference Grounds, 12253 Lakeshore Dr., Grand Haven, is excited to welcome back Timothy Noble in concert this Tuesday, July 4. We invite you to join us as for this Patriotic Concert as we celebrate our freedom that we enjoy in Christ and also in our country.  The doors to the Worship Center will open at 6PM, the concert will begin at 7PM.  No tickets are needed however a free-will offering will be taken to help offset our music ministry.  Be sure and come early and enjoy a delicious BBQ Ribs dinner!  Your dinner will be complete with sides and beverage! 

And then please come back this Saturday, July 8, for Down Home as they present their 30th anniversary concert! You are sure to enjoy their mix of the good old gospel songs, old time hymns, and traditional harmonies.  The doors will open at 6 pm and the concert will begin at 7.  A delicious dinner will be served in the Sunshine room from 5 – 6:30, you can choose either Pecan Crusted Tilapia or Beef Roast. To find out more about our summer concerts go to and click on the summer activities tab.

Are You Going? – The excitement is building as CRC members from all corners of the continent prepare to converge in Detroit, Michigan this August for Inspire 2017. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to worship, connect, learn and serve with others – like you- who have been inspired to serve God in their local church.  Group discounts are available. Why not team up with others from your congregation and plan to attend, August 3-5. Visit Inspire2017 to learn more and to register.

Love INC Opportunities

Are You Bi-Lingual? Love In the Name of Christ is searching for volunteers who are fluent in Spanish to join our resale team to provide great service and form relationships with our customers.

Email: Volunteer@ or call 616.662.3300x127

Back To School Drive Our annual Backpack, School Supply and Clothe-A-Kid Campaign has begun! If you wish to be "Part of the Solution" to help students thrive during their 2017-2018 school year, please contact Linda Postma, Love INC's Special Projects Coordinator to learn how you can get involved. Email: lindap@ or call 616.662.3300x114

Community Games Do you want to be part of a fun way to love others and form new relationships with those who may not be connected to a local church? Prayerfully consider partnering with Love INC and a small group of local churches who coordinate a free, fun family outreach event called Community Games at the Hudsonville Fairgrounds, July 26, 5-8pm. Provide a financial donation, join the planning committee or volunteer at the event!

Email: Volunteer@ or call 616.662.3300x127

Bible League Volunteers Michigan Retreat

Do you need a break from your normal routine? Make plans to come to a great retreat on Thursday, September 7, at the Friendship CRC in Byron Center. The retreat, hosted by Bible League International Volunteers, will be a day of spiritual renewal as you experience good fellowship, great music, and inspiring speakers. Kendra Smiley, our featured speaker, will share her passion about helping others like she does daily on her radio show. Men are encouraged to join us, and anyone who cares to attend a retreat providing opportunity for blessing and motivation should plan to come. Our concert will be performed by Scott Griffin and Burt Kettinger, who are planning a great musical evening. See a brochure/poster or ask your Key Contact, Martha Herweyer (662-2198) for more details.

The Esther School in Zambia, Africa, has a job opening for a Sustainability Manager. This operational, leadership position is integral to the school’s mission to connect with the local Zambian families and community. You can view the job description at . For questions and inquiries, contact Jill Postma by email, jill.p@. Ideally, the chosen applicant should be available to begin service in 2018.

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