July 31, 2005

9:30 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP CELEBRATION

Lead Worshiper: Bryan De Groot and Praise Team
Giving of our Firstfruits: Love Fund
Sermon Series: Building Bigger Hearts
Scripture Reading: Proverbs 4:20-27 (Reader: Wilson Brouwer)
Message: “Be on Guard!” (Pastor Steve)
Closing and Benediction

5:00 P.M. EVENING WORSHIP CELEBRATION

Testimony Presentation by Mike Pluimer
Offering: KBHZ

7:30 P.M. NIGHT VISION COMMUNITY YOUTH WORSHIP

WORSHIP NOTES

Welcome to Unity! May our time together today in God’s presence be refreshing and encouraging for your spirit and a chorus of praise for our God and who He is!

This morning we continue our series: Building Bigger Hearts. Today we consider the obstacles and threats that hinder our hearts from growing bigger for others. Most importantly, we consider how it is that the enemy wars against our hearts but God provides His power and grace to be on our guard against those attacks.

This evening Mike Pluimer will be sharing his testimony of God’s power and grace in his life as he prepared for his recent participation in the Ironman Triathlon competition in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Mike was able to raise $83,000 for Central Minnesota Christian School, but more importantly, he was able to share his witness throughout the competition and awards banquet. This is a powerful testimony you won’t want to miss.

Next Sunday we will be celebrating the Profession of Faith, Baptism, and membership of Larry & Becky (Ninneman) Lentz and their daughter, Chloe.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES AT UNITY

Youth Group Valley Fair Trip! Youth Group grades 7-12 will be going to Valley Fair Next Saturday, August 6th. Please contact Jill Blom TODAY if you would like to go or if you are bringing a friend.

Women of Faith Conference: A recipe for fun, blessing, & refreshment? Simple: A group of women attending a Women of Faith conference!! Call your friends, family, & co-workers to make plans to attend the October 21-22 Women of Faith Conference in St. Paul. Contact Angela Zwart for tickets or further information. Approximately 15 tickets remain.

The Old Testament Challenge: OTC begins September 18. Stay tuned for more information on devotional readings, small groups, and ways to be involved.

ANTS: A wonder in God’s creation and a nuisance in a church building. Please keep all food and drink the fellowship area! Thank you!

COMMUNITY & SURROUNDING AREA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference Plan now to attend the 22nd annual Lake Geneva Christian Reformed Family Conference to be held August 8-11, 2005 in Alexandria, Minnesota. The first session will begin at 3pm on Monday afternoon. Registration blanks are available from your church office. Mail your registration to: Harriet Talsma, 730 Mechanic Street, Edgerton, MN 56128.

Senior Citizens
The Senior Citizens will meet at the community center on Tuesday, August 16. We will have a pot-luck dinner at 11:30 with A - h bring a dessert, I - R bring a casserole, S - Z bring a salad. Cards and games will be played later.

Garden Tour
Open House Garden Tour at the Bill Dykstra residence, August 19 and 20th. 9:30 till dark. Free will donation for Bob Dykstra and his work with YWAM (Youth With A Mission). If anyone would prefer a small group tour at another date call -- 978-8622

Promise Keepers 2005 “The Awakening”
Men of all ages come to Promise Keepers 2005 for ‘The Awakening”. Promise Keepers invites you to an Unpredictable Adventure you will never forget! September 9-10, 2005 St. Paul, MN. Call 1-800-888-7595 to reserve your place.

2005 Minn-ia-kota Retreat
Make plans now to ‘take a break’ from your normal routine to attend the Minn-ia-kota Retreat sponsored by Bible League Volunteers on September 13 & 14, 2005 at the Oaks Hotel in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. If you went last year, you probably received a mailing this week inviting you and a friend. You won’t want to miss this excellent time for spiritual renewal! Invite a friend or two to join you at this ‘retreat with a cause’! You will experience great music, inspiring speakers, a wonderful time of fellowship with other Christians, and while enjoying all of this, be able to help supply Bibles and study materials to our friends in the Philippines. Linda Evens Shepherd, our featured speaker, will share through her dramatic testimony how she turned the ‘pits of her life’ into stepping stones.