March 18, 2007

Morning Worship

Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:19-30 (Scripture Reader: Dave Groen)
Lenten Sermon Series: The Madness of the Gospel
Message: The Madness of the Role Player(Pastor Jeff)
Offering: Unity Ministries
Lead Worshiper(s): Bryan De Groot

WELCOME TO UNITY CHURCH! We thank God that you are here. He has brought each of us to this place, and we pray that we will all be blessed by his grace, mercy, and peace. May we find our greatest treasure in God as we are reminded of the promises God has given us and as we renew our commitment to love and follow him in everything.

During this season of Lent, from Ash Wednesday to Easter, we are focusing on the loving grace of Jesus as seen in the gospel of John and the letter to the Philippians. This morning we look at how Jesus affected the lives of two people who played important, but mostly unrecognized, roles in the life and ministry of the Apostle Paul.

Next Sunday we celebrate together the promises of God given to us in the sacrament of baptism. Jeff and Wendy Fisher will present their son, Trey, to receive the blessing and grace of God through the sign and seal of entering into the covenant community.

Thank You for Your Prayers and Support

We would like to thank each one of you for your concern, cards, prayers, food, flowers, memorials, and hugs of sympathy. We especially thank God for the abundant amount of peace He has given us knowing that Thorval is now in his heavenly home. God Bless you! Dorothy Slagter and Family

Easter Sunrise Service

First Reformed Church invites us to their Easter Sunrise Service on Easter Sunday. They will serve a brunch following the service. They welcome any youth who would like to perform a special number or give a reading for the service. Please contact Renae Kleinhuizen if you would like to be involved. More details will follow.

Membership Class – After Easter

If you have an interest in becoming a member at Unity Church, you are invited to participate in our membership class. This class will be part of the Gospel Class, which meets Thursdays at 8:00pm or Sundays at 8:45am. The dates for these sessions are April 12 (or 15), 19 (or 22), and 26 (or 29). Please talk with Pastor Jeff if you would like to do this.

Wycliffe Bible Translation Banquet

You are invited to attend the Wycliffe Banquet which will be Friday, April 27th. For free tickets please contact Lois Cook. More details to come.

The Weekly Calendar

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Today (2nd Sunday):
10:00am: Morning Worship
Children ages 3-preK and in K-1st grade will be invited by announcement to go to Children’s Church.

Monday:
4:45pm: Worship Planning Meeting
7:00pm: Friendship Class, Lesson 1 at Willmar CRC ~ Lunch Sam & Barb

Tuesday:
NO LADIES BIBLE STUDY

Wednesday:
7:00pm: Youth Group (9-12)
7:00pm: Ladies Bible Study
7:00pm: Men’s Jail Ministry
7:00pm: GEMS at First CRC

Thursday:
8:00pm: Gospel Class - "How Do I Interpret Scripture?"

Next Sunday (3rd Sunday):
8:45am: Adult Sunday School - Gospel Class at Duininck Bros
8:45am: Children’s Choir 2nd - 3rd
9:00am: Sunday School 4th - 12th
9:15am: Sunday School 2nd - 3rd
9:30am: Children’s Choir 3 yrs - 1st
10:00am: Morning Worship

THURSDAY NIGHTS 8:00 P.M. OR SUNDAY MORNINGS 8:45 A.M.

THE GOSPEL CLASS

• Next Week: “How do we read, study, and interpret the Bible?”
• Two Weeks: “Why do we say Jesus was born of a virgin and that he lived a sinless life?”
• Three Weeks: “Does it matter if Jesus rose from the dead?”

An introductory look at the essential beliefs of the Christian faith. Each topic seeks to answer key questions about God and faith. You are invited to attend any session at any time. And you may use the readings as much or as little as you’d like. The goal of the class is: to know God better and have the gospel shape every part of our lives

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

CRC Sesquicentennial Celebration

The combined choir for the CRC Sesquicentennial Celebration which is scheduled for April 22 will have two rehearsals. The rehearsals will take place on Sunday, March 25 and Sunday, April 15. Each will begin at 4 PM in Prinsburg, and will be held at the CMCS Music Room. Mrs. Michelle Mulder will be the director. You can pick up the music in the church office. They are Fairest Lord Jesus and The Lord Bless You and Keep You. Those who plan to sing should get together with others from your congregation to run through the music, so that you are acquainted with it before the first combined rehearsal.

CMCS Annual Spring Auction

Join us on March 31 for the annual CMCS (Emden) spring auction to be held at the Renville Community Center. The Bake Sale begins at 9:00 a.m, the Silent Auction at 11:00, and the Live Auction at 1:00!! A noon BBQ meal will be served beginning at 11:00 a.m. Come for good food and great fellowship!! !! Free drawings will also be held! Bring your family and friends!!

CMCS Musical “Dear Edwina”

The drama students at Central Minnesota Christian School invite you to the musical Dear Edwina. This light hearted comedy will be presented on March 22, 23, and 24 at 7:00 pm. in the high school gym. Tickets are on sale in the high school office. Adults $5 and students $3.

Soup & Pie Supper

You are invited to the annual Bunde JAM Soup and Pie supper. It will be on Wednesday, March 21 from 5-7:30 pm We will be serving chili, vegetable beef and broccoli & cheese soup with a variety of homemade pies. Free will donation at the door. Please join us for a fun night of food and fellowship.

Senior Citizens

Keep Thursday, March 29th open for a gathering at the community center. Plans are to have a potluck dinner at 11:30. There will be some entertainment there for the day and we also plan to play some cards and games. A-G: dessert H-O: casserole P-Z: salad