February 22, 2009

THE WEEKLY CALENDAR

Today (3rd Sunday):

10:00am: Morning Worship

Children ages 3-preK and K-1 will be invited by announcement to go to Children's Church.

7:30pm: SNL at The Rock On 8^th

Monday:

4:45pm: Worship Planning

Wednesday:

7:00pm: Men's Jail Ministry

7:00pm: 7th - 12th Youth Group at the Rock on 8th

Next Sunday (4th Sunday):

8:30am: Temple Prayers

9:00am: Missions Prayer Time

9:00am: Sunday school 3rd - 12th

10:00am: Worship

Children ages 3-preK and K-1 will be invited by announcement to go to Children's Church!

7:30pm: SNL at The Rock on 8^th

Mark Your Calendar

~ Reminder Ash Wednesday Service will be held on February 25th at Unity at 7:00pm.

~Bowling & Pizza Family Fun Night: Check your boxes today for a sign up sheet to join us for a fun family night of Bowling & Pizza on Saturday, March 21st. More details to come. If you have any questions please contact Amy Bonnema

Unity Church Announcements

Infant Baptism

This morning we celebrate the sign and seal of God through baptism on Ella Faith Brouwer, infant daughter of Dave & Laura. We thank God for His continued faithfulness through the generations!

Ash Wednesday

Will be commemorated this week Wednesday at 7:00pm at Unity, nursery will be available.  We will have a time of worship, along with a message to begin our Lenten Series (more info on the series is in the flyer in your bulletin today or by the mailslots.)  The service will conclude with the marking of the ashes.  Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend.

Prayer Ministry

At the conclusion of our worship time each week people will be available to pray with you about any item of concern to you.

SNL (Sunday Night Live)

You are invited to join us every Sunday night, 7:30pm at the Rock on 8th  in Willmar (1708 8th Street to the left of Willmar CRC) for Sunday Night Live! Come Worship, pray, hear a short message and hang out with friends. SNL is a student Lead worship and a great opportunity to fellowship with other believers! "Kids" of all ages are welcome! Bring your friends.

Our Love & Sympathy

We express our love and sympathy to Willis & Gretchen Wubben, Eric & Danielle Watson and Aaron & Tracey Watson  with the passing of Willis' sister and Eric & Aaron's aunt, Rachel Lynn Moll, this past week. A memorial service was held in Anchorage, Alaska, yesterday and a funeral service is planned for tomorrow at Bunde CRC at 11:00am.  Please remember the entire Wubben family in your prayers.

Accepting Nominations for Council

The council is now accepting nominations for the roles of Service Deacon and Shepherding Elder. Please have nominations in to Phil Erffmeyer, Administrator, or one of the members of the Administrative Team (Larry Groen, Wendy Ulferts, or Ben Taatjes) TODAY!  Thank you.

Solid Rock Youth Group Fundraiser!

Solid Rock Youth are raising funds by selling Herberger's coupon packets for their Community Day Sale on Feb 28.  For just $5 you receive a $10 coupon and four 20% off coupons towards merchandise in the home and department stores. Please contact one of the youth or the church office if you are interested.  All proceeds of the sale packages benefit the youth group!  Thanks for your support!

Community Announcements

CMCS Pre-K Round-up

Are you looking for a Christian learning environment for your pre-school aged child? Come with your child to the Pre-K Round-up at Central Minnesota Christian School in Prinsburg, Friday, March 13.  The evening will begin at 6:30 PM with tours of the elementary school and a time to meet the Pre-K teacher, Mrs. Van Otterloo.  The Parents' presentation will follow in the elementary library.  During this informational time, child care will be provided for your pre-school aged children in the Pre-K room. For more information, please call the school at 978-8700.  We hope to see you there!

Host & Hostess Supper

Central Minnesota Christian School's Host & Hostess Supper is fast approaching. It is scheduled for April 17 at 7:00 PM. We are so excited to have the trio of Randy Groen, Gar Jasper, and Paul Knapper to be performing as our entertainment.  You don't want to miss it!  If you have not been called in the last year or two and want to make sure you get an invitation, call Andrea at 978-8700.

Focus on Your Marriage Conference

Plan to attend a high quality simulcast event presented by Focus on the Family featuring great speakers like Beth Moore, Dr. Gary Smalley, Dr. Del Tackett from the Truth Project, music by Jeremy Camp, and more.  It is appropriate for every marriage, new or old, helping us to see our relationships through the eyes of God.  The event will be held at Bunde Christian Reformed Church near Clara City on Saturday, February 28 from 8:30am-3:30pm. 

CCS Job Opportunity!

Principal for Preschool - 12th grade opening at Community Christian School in Willmar, MN. Accredited with ACSI and State of MN.  We promote excellence in biblical worldview and academics. Qualities desired: spiritual leader, leadership in curriculum and instruction, strong communication skills and an understanding of both student and teacher development. Submit application found on the website at www.willmarccs.org/ resume, cover letter and credentials to Tracy Miller-Fry, 1300 19th Ave SW, Willmar , MN  56201. For specific questions contact Del Brouwer at 235-0592.

Dad's Belgian Waffle Supper

Come to Roseland Reformed Church in Roseland, MN on Wednesday, February 25th from 4:30pm - 7:00pm. There will be a free-will offering.

2009 Youth For Christ Banquet

Once a year the Youth For Christ family comes together to celebrate, be challenged and renew a commitment to calling young people to be life-long followers of Jesus.  Anyone interesed is invited the the banquet to be held on Thursday, March 5,2009 at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, MN. Guest speaker will be Byron Emmert, vice-president of YFC/USA.  Tickets are free but reservations are needed by February 27.  Call Corey Roskamp, Judy Roskamp or e-mail yfccorey@hotmail.com

Do you know what to say to a friend who's just been diagnosed with cancer?

Or what you could do that would be the most helpful? If not, join the First Christian Reformed Church  in Sioux Falls for a day of training to learn how to be more effective in ministry to cancer patients and their families. Training is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2009, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The training is provided free of charge by Our Journey of Hope, a spiritual outreach of Cancer Treatment Centers of America. A free will offering will be accepted to cover some of the costs associated with facilities, food and refreshments. To register you can call the office of the First Christian Reformed Church 605-338-6904 or send an email to office@firstchristianreformed.org or call Deb Van Ruler, dvanruler@sio.midco.net by February 28, 2009 to register.

HELP WANTED

Opening for a volunteer ministry position as Classical Prayer Coordinator in the Classis Lake Superior US churches.   Qualities:  having a passion for prayer, along with the gifts of leadership, teaching and encouragement.  Responsibilities: promoting prayer in the local church by networking with congregational prayer coordinators and providing training for intercessors.   For a full job description and further details, please contact Classical Home Missions committee chair, Pastor Henry Gunnink:  pastor@gracecrcigh.org

What does being a "good steward" have to do with estate planning? 

Don Long, a Christian attorney from Barnabas Foundation, can help you answer that question.  He will be meeting with people in this area from March 24- March 26, 2009.  He will be happy to provide clear and easy-to-understand Estate Planning information regardless of the size of your estate, your age or stage of life.  This confidential Estate Planning is available to you at no charge and with no obligation.  Just call Barnabas Foundation at 1-888-448-3040 to set up an appointment (day or evening).  You can learn more about Barnabas Foundation at www.barnabasfoundation.com.

GriefShare

Is a weekly seminar and support group for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one, will begin next Tuesday, February 24 at 7PM in the Life Center located at MinnWest Technology Campus in Building 1800.  This support group is non-denominational and is offered by Willmar Area Faith @ Work.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Come to the Clara City Community Center on Tuesday, February 24th from 1:30 pm - 6:30pm. The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give Blood!