Scripture Reading:
Matthew 28:16-20
(Scripture Reader: Steve Vogel)
Message:
“Commissioned to be Disciples Who Make Disciples”
(Pastor Jeff Fisher)
Offering:Love Fund
Lead Worshiper: Bryan De Groot
Welcome to Unity Church!
We are glad that you have joined us for worship today. More importantly, God is honored that you have come to worship him. Our prayer is that you would be blessed this day as we offer him our praise, our prayers, and our lives. May you experience the joy of following Christ today.
THE WEEKLY CALENDAR
Today (5th Sunday):
10:00am: Morning Worship and Children ages 3-preK and K-1
11:30am: Communication Forum
12:00pm: Missions Team Meeting
Monday:
4:45pm: Worship Planning Meeting
7:00pm: Council Meeting
Wednesday:
7:00pm: Youth Group (7th- 12th) at the Rock on 8th
7:00pm: Men’s Jail Ministry
Next Sunday (1st Sunday):
9:00am: Sunday School, grades 2-12
9:00am: Missions Prayer Time
10:00am: Worship
Missions Trip Report
This morning we have the privilege of hearing from some of the high school youth who spent their spring break in Hollywood, CA on a mission trip. We thank God for the ministry He did through them and the work he will continue to do in them.
Communion in April
We will be celebrating Communion on April 20 next month rather than our normal practice of having it the second Sunday of the month. On April 13 we will have with us the music team Fast Forward as special guests to help lead us in worship.
Pastor Jeff
Pastor Jeff will be out of the office and unavailable from April 4-13.
Missions Prayer Next Week
Join the Missions & Outreach Team for a time of prayer for our missionaries at 9:00am next week (and every first Sunday of the month) in Pastor Jeff's office.
UNITY Announcements
Bridal Shower
You are invited to a “Come & Go” Open house Bridal Shower for Jennifer Olson, Bride-elect of Steve Erffmeyer, on Saturday, April 5th from 9:30am to 11:30am at the home of Mike & Bev Mulder.
Parents of Juniors and Seniors of Solid Rock
There is a Jr/Sr guys retreat scheduled for April 11-13 and the Jr./Sr. gals retreat date is still to be scheduled.
Thank you!
On Behalf of the Library Committee. THANK YOU to everyone who has been donating the books! Our library has been growing a lot over the past year! THANK YOU for being a blessing! Feel free to check out some books in our library anytime! After church there is always someone on the library committee in the library to help you find a book or two!
GEMS Ladies Tea
The ladies tea is coming soon! Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 9 at 3:30 pm and join us in the First CRC basement.
Children's Church Teachers
We are looking for more people who are willing to teach Children's Church during the worship service. If you don't feel comfortable teaching alone, you can also team teach. If you are interested in this wonderful opportunity, please call Tracy Borstad.
Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner?
“Guess who’s coming to dinner” is Sunday, April 27. There are sign up sheets in your church mailboxes. Please return your sign up sheet by Sunday, April 13th.
Community Announcements
CMCS Annual Spring Meeting
Central Minnesota Christian School of Prinsburg is holding their Annual Spring meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 in the high school gym at 7:30 pm. The CMCS Parents' Club will meet at 7:00 pm in the high school music room.
Hymn Sing
Emden Christian Reformed Church in Renville is hosting a Hymn Sing TONIGHT at 6:00 PM. This service of music will include many of the “Old time favorites” that we still continue to enjoy. Gar Jasper and Paul Knapper will lead the singing and provide special music.
Papercrafting Retreat at Unity CRC
All scrapbookers, card makers, and papercrafters are invited for a one day “Retreat” at Unity on Saturday April 26th, 2008 from 8:00 AM until 8:00 PM. There will be a Cricut and other papercrafting tools on hand to be shared. (Anyone wishing to use the Cricut will be asked to purchase their own mat). This event is open to the community, so invite a friend for a day of fellowship and fun! The cost for the day will be $10.00 per person including a catered lunch or $2.00 per person without lunch. Everyone is invited to bring a snack to share. For more information or to reserve your spot, call Christina Vander Pol
Attention post-high young adults…
YATEC (Young Adults Together Encounter Christ) is an intense, event packed, worship-filled, life-changing three-day retreat. YATEC MN #2 will be held April 4-6 at First Baptist Church in Willmar. You have an opportunity to share and renew, or learn more about faith in Christ. Come and be blessed!
Cancer Survivor Reunion
All cancer survivors in Kandiyohi County are invited to attend a reunion at the Willmar American Legion on Tuesday, April 22. The event will begin at 5:30pm and include dinner and entertainment. If you are a cancer survivor, please consider this a personal invitation to attend. If you have a friend or family member who is a survivor, please invite them to attend with you. Dinner is free for survivors and $10.00 for guests. RSVP by April 12th to Sandy Seydel.
Relay for Life 2008
The 15th Annual Kandiyohi County Relay for Life event will be held at the Willmar Jr. High track on July 25 & 26, 2008. Relay for Life is an event designed to celebrate cancer survivors, remember those whose lives have been lost to this disease, and raise money for research and programs offered through the American Cancer Society. If you would like information about being on a team contact Vicki Dew.
Wills & Estate Planning
Don Long from Barnabas Foundation will be in the area from April 23-25, 2008. To arrange an appointment to meet with Don or for more information, please contact Barnabas Foundation at 1-888-448-3040 or www.barnabasfoundation.com
CMCS Spring Play "Headin' For A Weddin'"
Performances are Friday, April 18, at
