February 2006 Archives

MORNING WORSHIP

Scripture Reading: I Kings 11:1-13; Ecclesiastes 12:9-14
Message: “Solomon: Wisdom's Folly - Is That All There Is?” (Pastor Steve)
Lead Worshiper: Bryan DeGroot & the Praise Team
Offering: Unity Ministries

Welcome to Unity Church!
The Lord be with you and grant you mercy and wisdom as you seek His face today in corporate worship! Let your worship be in Spirit and truth!

Baptism: This morning we celebrate the touch of God in baptism on the life of Elias Matthew Groen, infant son of Chad & Heather Groen. Join us as we give thanks this day for the love and faithfulness of our God and the life He grants His children!

We conclude our look at the life of Solomon this morning by reflecting on his writings in Ecclesiastes. Solomon’s most important discovery happens when he comes to terms with all the indulgences of life and their emptiness in light of the purpose and plan God has for our lives. Do you ever ask yourself, “Is that all there is?” when considering your life’s purpose? Many do. Solomon did. The conclusion of the matter holds the key to purpose in life and contentment in all situations. Learn God’s answer to that question this morning!

THE WEEKLY CALENDAR

The monthly calendar can be viewed at www.unitycrc.org/calendar

Today (4th Sunday):
10:00am - Morning Worship

Children ages 3-preK and in grades K-2 will be dismissed by announcement for Children’s Church

5:00pm - Evening Worship

Monday:
5:30pm - Executive Team Meeting
6:15 pm - Elders & Deacons Meetings
7:00 pm - Council Meeting

Tuesday:
4:00pm - Worship Planning Team
7:00pm - Ladies’ Jail Ministry

Wednesday:
7:00pm - Ash Wednesday Service
7:00pm - Men’s Jail Ministry
7:00pm - Youth Group

Next Sunday (1st Sunday):
9:00am - Missionary Prayer Time
9:00am - Adult Education
9:00am - Sunday School Grades 7-12
9:00am - Children’s Choir Grades 3-6
9:15am - Sunday School Grades 3-6
9:45am - Children’s Choir Grades K-2
10:00am - Morning Worship
5:00pm - Evening Worship

Old Testament Challenge (OTC): The fast-track readings for this week (Week 23) are Job 1-4; 6; 8; 11; 19; 23; 38: 1- 7; 40; 42, and Psalm 31, 55, 130. The complete fast-track reading schedule is available online at www.unitycrc.org/otcreading.

UNITY FAMILY CARES AND CONCERNS

Home Missions Work
Pastor Steve & Ang leave this Tuesday afternoon for Sacramento to help Home Missions with their Assessment Center for new couples in missions. They will return Sunday afternoon.

Thank You
We just want to say thank you to everyone for your prayers and support. It has been such a blessing to us! - Brandon, Heidi and Peyton Meyer.

Birth Announcement
Congratulations to Kirk and Christina, big brother Noah, and Grandpa and Grandma Marly and Kerry Breems, on the birth of Elijah Christian Vander Pol! Elijah was born on Tuesday weighing 8 lbs. 9 oz. and is 22 inches long. Thanks be to God!

Sympathy
Our Christian sympathy is extended to Dave and Arlene Groen and Mike, Tracy and Brandon Borstad after the death of Arlene’s mother, Grace Van Veldhuizen, last Sunday. Her funeral was held on Tuesday in Sioux Falls. We pray that you feel the closeness and peace of God, and the love and comfort of this community as you grieve this loss.

Prison Ministry Training
The next training sessions for prison ministry will be held on Tues., March 14 and Sat., May 6. There will also be a training session on Tues., April 4 at Vinje Lutheran Church in Willmar.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES AT UNITY

TEC Worship TONIGHT
(Teens Encountering Christ) of West Central Minnesota invites you to a night of worship this evening at 7:30pm at Unity Church. The Night Vision Worship Team, along with TEC leaders, will be leading the worship time. This is a great opportunity for young people and young at heart to come together to worship and celebrate the grace of Jesus Christ! All ages are invited to

Invitation to Pray
The Missions Team, and everyone else who wants to support missions with prayer as much as paychecks, is invited to come to Pastor Jeff's office from 9:00 to 9:45am next week Sunday. We will have a sheet of recent prayer concerns for each of our missionary families, and we will take time to pray for all of them. Our missionaries are very grateful that we support them with prayer as well as supporting them financially. Join us every first Sunday of the month for our monthly prayer time. If you cannot make it during this time, and you would like to receive a prayer sheet each month, please contact Sarah Brouwer or print a copy off the church website at www.unitycrc.org/missions.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Cadets Annual Pancake Supper - Wednesday, March 1st from 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Come for an evening of good food, fun and fellowship! Sponsored by the Raymond Christian Reformed Church Cadets. Come for Pancakes, Sausage, Milk, Juice and Coffee. Free-will donation.

Annual Youth For Christ Banquet - Saturday, March 4 at 6:00pm
Join us for a great night of fellowship and hearing about the YFC Ministry at the Willmar Holiday Inn/Conference Center! The speaker will be Dan Wolgemuth, the National President of Youth For Christ. There is no charge, but you must RSVP to 320-235-0119 or by email to bob@yfcminnesota.com.

Wills & Estate Planning
Part of good stewardship is making sure that our assets are managed as well when we’re gone as they were when we were alive. Yet many of us find estate planning confusing. Don Long from Barnabas Foundation will be in our area from March 8-10. Barnabas Foundation helps Christians plan to meet personal and family financial needs while supporting the causes that are important to them. Their estate planning expertise is available to you at no charge, thanks to their 200 Christian member organizations. Ask questions, learn in clear, easy-to-understand language. Your meeting will be managed in a totally professional and confidential manner. Please contact Barnabas Foundation toll-free at 1-888-448-3040 to arrange an appointment.

Calvin College Capella Spring Tour
The Calvin College Capella will be performing a concert at First CRC on Friday, March 24 at 7:30pm. Housing is needed for the 40+ members of this group. Would you be willing to host several students overnight and provide breakfast and a sack lunch on Saturday? Please sign up on the sheet in the fellowship area. Thank you.

Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference
Mark your calendars now and plan to attend the Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference to be held at Alexandria, Minnesota on August 7–10, 2006. Join with us as we celebrate our twenty-third year of conferences. Rev. Roger Kok from Grand Rapids, MI and Rev. Calvin Hoogendoorn from Sioux Falls, SD will be this year’s keynote speakers. A concert is scheduled for Wednesday evening. There will be activities for children, preschool through high school age. Watch for a registration announcement in your bulletin at a later date. Bring your family - invite your friends - plan to be challenged and inspired!

MORNING WORSHIP

Scripture Reading: Song of Songs 8:6-7
Message: “Sacred Romance: Love Till Death Do You Part” (Pastor Steve)
Lead Worshiper: Bryan DeGroot & the Praise Team
Offering: Unity Ministries

EVENING WORSHIP 6:30PM

COMBINED WORSHIP AT FIRST CRC
Scripture Reading: Romans 8:18-27
Message: “When Groaning Meets Glory” (Pastor Steve)

Welcome to Unity Church! We pray that today as you worship you will share deeply in the love relationship that God feels for you! This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!

Combined Worship at First CRC
Join us this evening at 6:30pm for a joint evening service with First CRC. Pastor Steve will be preaching at First for both of their services today.

Pastor Jeff in New Brighton, MN
Pastor Jeff will be preaching at Faith Christian Reformed Church today for both of their services for a Classical pulpit supply appointment.

THE WEEKLY CALENDAR

The monthly calendar can be viewed at http:///www.unitycrc.org/calendar

Today (3rd Sunday):
10:00am - Morning Worship
6:30pm - Evening Worship at First

Monday:
4:00pm - Worship Planning Team
7:00pm - Friendship Series, Lesson 3
~ Lunch: Alice
Tuesday:
7:00pm - Ladies’ Jail Ministry

Wednesday:
7:00pm - Men’s Jail Ministry
7:00pm - Youth Group

Next Sunday (4th Sunday):
9:00am - Adult Education
9:00am - Sunday School Grades 7-12
9:00am - Children’s Choir Grades 3-6
9:15am - Sunday School Grades 3-6
9:45am - Children’s Choir Grades K-2
10:00am - Morning Worship
5:00pm - Evening Worship

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Wednesday, March 1 at 7pm
Ash Wednesday Service

Old Testament Challenge (OTC): The fast-track readings for this week (Week 22) are Numbers 33:50-56; Deut 16:21-17:20; 1 Kings 4:20-34; 8, 9 - 11; and Psalms 49, 72, 115. For a complete list of readings, visit http://www.unitycrc.org/otcreading/.

UNITY FAMILY CARES AND CONCERNS

Open House Baby Shower You are invited to an open house baby shower for Peyton Scott Meyer, infant son of Brandon and Heidi on Sat., February 25th from 9am to 11am, at Unity.

Call Extended
Last Sunday the congregation voted by a strong majority (84-12) to create a second full-time staff position at Unity and to call Pastor Jeff Fisher to that position. A call letter was issued to Jeff this week and he will give his response at the Council Meeting on Feb. 27th.

Prison Ministry Training
The next training sessions for prison ministry will be held on Tues., March 14 and Sat., May 6. There will also be a training session on Tues., April 4 at Vinje Lutheran Church in Willmar.

Need Help?
Peter Meyer is available to help out around your home or business in order to raise funds for his upcoming YWAM training and mission trip. Contact Peter to see if he can help you.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CMCS Mission Trip Fundraiser A group of juniors and seniors from CMCS are making plans for their mission trip to the Urban School of Evangelism in Hollywood, California April 8-17. The students who are going are raising support for the trip by selling Butter Braids. To support this trip, you may place your orders with Josh Layman, Brandon Marcus, David Poppema, or Tara Frikke by Tues., February 21 for delivery after March 1. Thank you for your support and please remember these young people in your prayers.

Methamphetamine Awareness
Harrlan Madsen, a Kandiyohi Co. Commissioner, dairy farmer, and a student of the meth epidemic will present at Roseland Reformed Church on Wed., February 22, at 7:00pm. The presentation will include many pictures and will give key information to understand, combat, and assist vulnerable people. This presentation is aimed at youth, but anyone interested is cordially invited.

Cadet Fun Night
Join us Wed., February 22, at 6:30pm in the CMCS Elementary School Gym at 6:30pm. All cadets and fathers are invited.

Open House Baby Shower
You are invited to a baby shower for Hanna Lynn Storey, daughter of
Erica (Marcus) and Daren Storey at the Assembly of God Church on February 25 from 2-4pm in the Fireside Room.

Annual Youth For Christ Banquet - Saturday, March 4 at 6:00pm
Join us for a great night of fellowship and hearing about the YFC Ministry at the Willmar Holiday Inn/Conference Center! The speaker will be Dan Wolgemuth, the National President of Youth For Christ. There is no charge, but you must RSVP to 320-235-0119 or by email to bob@yfcminnesota.com.

Calvin College Capella Concert - Friday Evening, March 24
Housing will be needed for the 40+ members of this group performing at First CRC in March. They will also need breakfast and a sack lunch on Saturday. Please consider hosting 2-3 Calvin students on Friday night. A sign-up sheet will be available at a later date.

Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference
Mark your calendars now and PLAN TO ATTEND the Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference to be held at Alexandria, Minnesota on August 7–10, 2006. Join with us as we celebrate our twenty-third year of conferences. Rev. Roger Kok from Grand Rapids, MI and Rev. Calvin Hoogendoorn from Sioux Falls, SD will be this year’s keynote speakers. A concert is scheduled for Wednesday evening. There will be activities for children, preschool through high school age. Watch for a registration announcement in your bulletin at a later date. Bring your family - invite your friends - plan

MORNING WORSHIP

Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance--for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise. The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge. Proverbs 1:5-7

Scripture Reading:I Kings 3:1-15; Proverbs 1:1-9 (Scripture Reader: Val Duininck)
Message: “King Solomon and The Pursuit of Wisdom” (Pastor Steve)
Lead Worshipers: Gar Jasper, Phil Erffmeyer
Offering: Unity Ministries

Evening Offering: Teen Hope

Welcome to Unity Church!
May you experience both the communion of the saints and communion with the Lord today, with His grace and love flowing freely amongst us! May your body, soul, mind, and strength be free to give all glory and honor to the King of kings and Lord of lords!

Our study in the Old Testament Challenge (OTC) takes us next into the life and times of King Solomon. Today we will look at Solomon’s rise to power, his powerful prayer, and the power of his words as he championed and exemplified the pursuit of wisdom. In the two weeks to come, we will study more of his writings, his departure from wisdom, and his final return to wisdom at the end of his life.

Today we join together in communion celebration of our Lord’s death and resurrection. May each heart find joy and freedom in coming to the table, repentant of sin and a heart committed to Jesus Christ, through His grace, healing, and restoration.

THE WEEKLY CALENDAR

The monthly calendar can be viewed at www.unitycrc.org/calendar Today (2nd Sunday): 10:00am - Morning Worship Congregational Meeting (immediately after worship) 5:00pm - Evening Worship

Monday:
4:00pm - Worship Planning Team

Tuesday:
9:00am - Ladies Bible Study
7:00pm - Ladies’ Jail Ministry

Wednesday:
7:00pm - Men’s Jail Ministry
7:00pm - Youth Group

Next Sunday (3rd Sunday):
No Sunday School
10:00am - Morning Worship
5:00pm - Evening Worship

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Wednesday, March 1 Ash Wednesday Service

Old Testament Challenge Schedule Change
We are rearranging our look at King Solomon over the next three weeks. Instead of following the schedule for the OTC, we will look at Solomon: His Rise, His Writings, and His Fall. For those following along, switch your fast-track readings for weeks 20 and 21 and your small group discussions for lessons 4 and 5. So this week read for Week 20: Song of Songs 1-8, Psalms 45, 65, 128. Week 22 will remain unchanged.

UNITY FAMILY CARES AND CONCERNS

New Members This morning we welcome Adam and Ashley Thole as members of Unity Church. They will make profession of faith this morning, declaring their faith in Jesus and their commitment to join with us in living out the gospel in this community.

Baptism
This morning we also celebrate God’s grace and love extended to Maison Daniel Thole and the entire Thole family through the sign and seal of baptism. May this be a time of good news of great joy!

Need Help?
Got any jobs that need to be done? Peter Meyer is available to help out around your home or business in order to raise funds for his upcoming YWAM training and mission trip. Guaranteed service with a smile with all proceeds going for a great cause! Contact Peter to see if he can help you.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES AT UNITY

Congregational Vote Today Immediately following our morning worship celebration this morning, ALL MEMBERS are urged to stay for a few minutes to vote on the Council's decision to affirm the Staff Study Team's recommendation to increase staffing to two full-time positions.

Sunday School Teachers Meeting
All Sunday School and Children’s Church teachers are asked to attend a meeting Next Sunday at 9:00 am. There is no Sunday School that day but we would like to gather for discussion and evaluation. Parents who have feedback concerning our Sunday School or Children’s Church (especially the new K-2 program) are encouraged to talk to Rita Ninneman before this meeting.

St. Cloud Prison Ministry
Our next chapel service will be Next Sunday, February 19. If you want to join us for this service, please contact Sarah Brouwer. If you have not completed prison training, but would still like to come, contact Sarah anyway! You may attend one service untrained, with the understanding that you will attend a training session soon.

Prison Ministry Training
The next training sessions for Prison ministry are Tues. Mar. 14 and Sat. May 6. Some of these will be at Vinje Church in Willmar.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Pinewood Derby & BBQ Supper Wednesday, February 15 - The 5th Annual MN West (Prinsburg, Raymond, and Willmar Cadet Clubs) Pinewood Derby will be at the CMCS high school gym. The barbeque supper will be served from 5:00-7:00 (free will donation). The race starts at 7:00pm with snacks available during the races. Everyone is invited to join us for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship.

Senior Citizens Meeting - Thursday, February 16
Our next meeting will be at the Fire Hall. We will have a potluck dinner at 11:30 followed by games and cards. Please bring the following:
A - J salads
K - M desserts
N - Z casseroles

CMCS Mission Trip Fundraiser
A group of juniors and seniors from CMCS are making plans for a missions trip to the Urban School of Evangelism in Hollywood, California April 8-17. The students who are going are raising support for the trip by selling Butter Braids. To support this trip, you may place your orders with Josh Layman, Brandon Marcus, David Poppema, or Tara Frikke by February 21 for delivery after March 1. Thank you! Also, look for homemade bars, coffee and hot chocolate at the CMCS home basketball game on Thursday, February 16th. Thank you for your support and please remember these young people in your prayers.

Pathway to Biblical Liberty Conference - Saturday, Feb. 18
You are invited to join us from 8:00-4:30 at Community Christian School. There is no cost for the conference, but you are asked to pre-register by February 7th. Contact Steve Masseth for more information.

Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort
We are organizing a group of adult volunteers from area churches to lend a helping hand to Hurricane Katrina victims in the Gulfport area of Mississippi. This group will be leaving on Saturday, February 18 and returning Saturday, February 25. While we are down there, we plan to build a roof for a church that has been holding weekly services under a tarp. If you are unable to join us on this trip, but are willing to help, we are in great need of supplies, food, and financial support as well. If you have any questions or can help in any way, please contact one of these people: Duane Bonnema, Andy Ypma , or Doug Zimmer

Open House Baby Shower
You are invited to a baby shower for Hanna Lynn Storey, daughter of
Erica (Marcus) and Daren Storey. To be held at the Assembly of God
Church February 25th from 2-4 pm in the Fireside room.

Annual Youth For Christ Banquet - Saturday, March 4 at 6:00pm
At the Willmar Holiday Inn/Conference Center. Speaker: Dan Wolgemuth, the National President of Youth For Christ. There is no charge, but you must RSVP by calling 320-235-0119, or email bob@yfcminnesota.com. It will be a great night of fellowship and hearing about the YFC Ministry.

Wills & Estate Planning
Part of good stewardship is making sure that our assets are managed as well when we’re gone as they were when we were alive. Yet many of us find estate planning confusing. Don Long from Barnabas Foundation is ready to help you. He will be in our area from March 8-10. Barnabas Foundation helps Christians plan to meet personal and family financial needs while supporting the causes that are important to them. Their estate planning expertise is available to you at no charge, thanks to their 200 Christian member organizations. Ask questions, learn in clear, easy-to-understand language. Your meeting will be managed in a totally professional and confidential manner. Please contact Barnabas Foundation toll-free at 1-888-448-3040 to arrange an appointment.

Calvin College Capella Concert - Friday Evening, March 24
Housing will be needed for the 40+ members of this group performing at First CRC in March. They will also need breakfast and a sack lunch on Saturday. Please consider hosting 2-3 Calvin students on Friday night. A sign-up sheet will be available at a later date.

Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference
Mark your calendars now and PLAN TO ATTEND the Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference to be held at Alexandria, Minnesota on August 7–10, 2006. Join with us as we celebrate our twenty-third year of conferences. Rev. Roger Kok from Grand Rapids, MI and Rev. Calvin Hoogendoorn from Sioux Falls, SD will be the keynote speakers. A concert is scheduled for Wednesday evening. There will be activities for children, preschool through high school age. Watch for registration announcement in your bulletin at a later date. Bring your family - invite your friends - plan to be challenged and inspired!

MEN, BOYS, and BATTERING
A Free, Public Forum on the Cultural Roots of Male Violence and its Effect on Women, Children and Men. Thursday, February 16, 7:00 pm at Kennedy School Little Theater, 824 7th St SW, Willmar. This forum is for men, boys, women, schools, churches, and other organizations who want to change the cultural environment that encourages and enables domestic violence. Sponsored by the Shelter House and concerned organizations.

MORNING WORSHIP

Scripture Reading: Excerpts from the Psalms (Scripture Reader: Sue DeGroot)
Message: "Life that is Worship-Full" (Pastor Steve)
Lead Worshipers: Bryan De Groot and Praise Team
Offering: Unity Ministries

Evening Offering: MOPS

Welcome to Unity Church!

All are welcome and invited into the worship-full life of the children of God! May your words and meditations give glory to God, for He is good, and His love endures forever!

We continue in our study of the Old Testament by returning to the Psalms. Life is full of diversity and so are the Psalms. As we study further the nature and types of Psalms, may their vast diversity of praise and prayer fill your heart with the words and songs of worship. May your life be worship-full!

Old Testament Challenge Schedule Change
We are rearranging our look at King Solomon over the next three weeks. Instead of following the schedule for the OTC, we will look at Solomon: His Rise, His Writings, and His Fall. For those following along, switch your fast-track readings for weeks 20 and 21 and your small group discussions for lessons 4 and 5. So this week read 1 Kings 1-3, Proverbs 1, 5-7, 10-11, 24-26, and Psalms 116, 127, 132. Then next week read for Week 20: Song of Songs 1-8, Psalms 45, 65, 128. Week 22 will remain unchanged.

THE WEEKLY CALENDAR

The monthly calendar can be viewed at www.unitycrc.org/calendar

Today (1st Sunday):
10:00am - Morning Worship
Congregational Meeting
(immediately after worship)
5:00pm - Evening Worship

Monday:
4:00pm - Worship Planning Team
7:00pm - Friendship class: Lesson 2
Lunch: Delroy & Frieda
7:00pm - Missions Team Meeting

Tuesday:
9:00am - Ladies Bible Study
10:00am - Library Team Meeting
7:00pm - Ladies’ Jail Ministry

Wednesday:
7:00pm - Men’s Jail Ministry
7:00pm - Youth Group

Next Sunday (2nd Sunday):
9:00am - Adult Education
9:00am - Sunday School Grades 7-12
9:00am - Children’s Choir Grades 3-6
9:15am - Sunday School Grades 3-6
9:45am - Children’s Choir Grades K-2
10:00am - Morning Worship
5:00pm - Evening Worship

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Brief Congregational Meeting Next Sunday: February 12 No Sunday School: February 19

UNITY FAMILY CARES AND CONCERNS

Offering for the Bible League During next Sunday’s congregational meeting we will receive an offering for the Bible League. While the vote is being counted, we will watch a short video updating us on the ministry of the Bible League. Please consider how you can bless this ministry.

Need Help?
Got any jobs that need to be done? Peter Meyer is available to help out around your home or business in order to raise funds for his upcoming YWAM training and mission trip. Guaranteed service with a smile with all proceeds going for a great cause! Contact Peter to see if he can help you.

CMCS Mission Trip Fundraiser
A group of juniors and seniors from CMCS are making plans for a missions trip to the Urban School of Evangelism in Hollywood, California April 8-17. The students who are going are raising support for the trip by selling Butter Braids. To support this trip, you may place your orders with Josh Layman, Brandon Marcus, David Poppema, or Tara Frikke by February 21 for delivery after March 1. Thank you!

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES AT UNITY

Missions Ministry Team Meeting If you are a member of, or interested in joining, the Unity Missions Ministry Team, please join us at church at 7pm tomorrow night, Monday Feb. 6. We will have snacks, good conversation, and fun ideas about how to support our missionaries with more than money. For more information, talk to Sarah Brouwer.

Sunday School Teachers Meeting
All Sunday School and Children’s Church teachers are asked to attend a meeting on Feb. 19 at 9:00 am. There is no Sunday School that day but we would like to gather for discussion and evaluation. Parents who have feedback concerning our Sunday School or Children’s Church (especially the new K-2 program) are encouraged to talk to Rita Ninneman before this meeting.

St. Cloud Prison Ministry
Our next chapel service will be on Sunday, February 19. If you would like to join us for this service, please contact Sarah Brouwer. If you have not completed prison training, but would still like to come, contact Sarah anyway! You may attend one service untrained, with the understanding that you will attend a training session soon.

Prison Ministry Training
The next training sessions for Prison ministry are Sat. Feb. 11, Tues. Mar. 14 and Sat. May 6. Some of these will be at Vinje Church in Willmar.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Minnesota for Marriage Rally - Saturday, February 11 Everyone is invited to come to this rally at 4:00pm at Harvest Community Church in Willmar. There will be music and special speakers.

Pinewood Derby & BBQ Supper - Wednesday, February 15
The 5th Annual MN West (Prinsburg, Raymond, and Willmar Cadet Clubs) Pinewood Derby will be at the CMCS high school gym. The barbeque supper will be served from 5:00-7:00 (free will donation). The race starts at 7:00pm with snacks available during the races. Everyone is invited to join us for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship.

Senior Citizens Meeting - Thursday, February 16
Our next meeting will be at the Fire Hall. We will have a potluck dinner at 11:30 followed by games and cards. Please bring the following:
A - J salads
K - M desserts
N - Z casseroles

Calvin College Capella Concert - Friday Evening, March 24
Housing will be needed for the 40+ members of this group performing at First CRC in March. They will also need breakfast and a sack lunch on Saturday. Please consider hosting 2-3 Calvin students on Friday night. A sign-up sheet will be available at a later date.

Pathway to Biblical Liberty Conference - Saturday, Feb. 18
You are invited to join us from 8:00-4:30 at Community Christian School. There is no cost for the conference, but you are asked to pre-register by February 7th. Contact Steve Masseth at 235-0592 for more information.

Hurricane Katrina Relief Effort
We are organizing a group of adult volunteers from area churches to lend a helping hand to Hurricane Katrina victims in the Gulfport area of Mississippi. This group will be leaving on Saturday, February 18 and returning Saturday, February 25. We are looking for more volunteers to join in our efforts to bring a ray of hope to a very desperate situation (some of the locals are still living in FEMA tents). We especially welcome volunteers skilled at carpentry, sheet rocking, shingling, and wiring. While we are down there, we plan to build a roof for a church that has been holding weekly services under a tarp. If you are unable to join us on this trip, but are willing to help, we are in great need of supplies, food, and financial support as well. If you have any questions or can help in any way, please contact one of these people: Duane Bonnema, Andy Ypma, or
Doug Zimmer