October 28, 2007
 | Scripture: John 13:12-17, Philippians 2:5-13 Message: “Called to Imitate Jesus” (Pastor Steve) Lead Worshiper: Gar Jasper | ||||
October 21, 2007Message: “Called to Follow Jesus” (Pastor Jeff) Lead Worshiper: Bryan De Groot tr> | October 14, 2007Message: “Called by Jesus” (Pastor Jeff) Lead Worshiper: Bryan De Groot October 7, 2007Message: “The Way” (Pastor Steve) Lead Worshiper: Christina Vander Pol | ||||
Unity Church Announcements
Disciples Continues...
If you need to pick up the next small group discussion guide “Called,” you can get them from the table in the fellowship hall.Missions Prayer Time Next Week
You are invited to join the Missions & Outreach Team for a time of prayer for our missionaries at 9:00am next week (the first Sunday of the month) in Pastor Jeff’s Office.Christmas Program
This year we will be doing a Christmas program with all the Sunday school children. Please check the bulletin for practice schedules and any other announcements. The program will be on Sunday, December 16th at 4:00pm and 6:00pm. If any one has any questions or would like to help in anyway please contact Heather Ruplinger or Natalie Vander Beek.Love Fund
The Leiningers have felt God's call to share their love and gifts for caring for special needs children, and are in the process of adopting Josiah and a 6-year-old girl, Shelda. The expenses necessary to get the children into the US and completing the adoption is high (currently $7000-$9,000) and the Unity Deacons would like to support the Leininger family in this process. If you are interested in contributing financially, please make a donation to the Love Fund and tell Christina Vander Pol know the gift is for the adoptions (please do not write it on the check).Christmas Cards Already?
Have you written your family Christmas letter, or printed a family Christmas photo yet? The Unity Missions Team encourages you to bring six copies of your family letter and/or photo to church on Sunday, November 11th. We will take some time during the service to prepare Christmas cards for our missionaries. The Missions Team has purchased generic cards for your use, but we know that personal family cards are much more meaningful, you can also bring a card to congratulate Erik & Ele on the birth, Lord willing, of their new baby. Please plan ahead for this special chance to encourage and support our missionaries.New Members Class
For those of you who received a letter inviting you to attend the next New Members Class, please contact Pastor Jeff to let him know if you are planning to attend the class scheduled for next Sunday, October 28 after church.Attention Kids!
The next sesquicentennial service will feature a Children's Choir. We encourage all children from first grade through sixth grade to attend the rehearsals at your church and the mass rehearsals at the CMCS Music Room on Sunday, October 28 and Sunday, November 4, both at 4 p.m. a short rehearsal will also be held on Sunday, November 11 at the E Free church in Willmar. Each individual church should practice the music at their pre-Sunday School singing time.SRYG Costume Party
Solid Rock YG 7-12th grades costume party this Wednesday, October 31, at the Rock from 7-9 p.m. Prizes for the best 3 guys and best 3 girls costumes!! Come for a night of fun, games, and fellowship.Our Sympathy
Our love and prayers go out to Carl & Shirley Marcus, and their extended family in the loss of Carl’s sister, Rachel. The funeral service was held yesterday in Rapid City.Area Wide Night of Prayer & Worship
Come and join us for an area wide night of prayer and worship on Friday, October 19 at 7:30pm at Unity. We hope to spend some time worshipping together and then enter into a time of prayer for families that are hopeful of adopting through Children of the Promise and other orphanages. The COTP orphanage has experienced road blocks in the adoption process and we believe that corporate prayer and worship will break down strongholds that are preventing these children from joining their new families. Please come and join us and spread the word. Everyone is welcome to come!Care Group Potluck
Care Group 5 will kick-off the monthly potlucks, Sunday, November 4. Look for a note in the mail this week for what you need to bring.CRC SESQUICENTENNIAL
Area Christian Reformed churches will gather once again on Sunday, November 11 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Christian Reformed Church in North America. This final sesquicentennial service will take place at the Evangelical Free Church of Willmar, and will begin at 4 PM. The theme will be REDEDICATING (previous themes were REMEMBERING and REJOICING). Rev. Jerry Dykstra, Executive Director of the CRCNA, will be the guest speaker. A celebration of the Lord’s Supper will be part of the service. There will be a nursery, and also valet service will be provided. The offering will help defray the expenses of all our sesquicentennial events.State of the Denomination Discussion
Rev. Dykstra will also be featured at an informal gathering at 2 PM. He will share his vision for the CRC and comment on some of the issues facing the church today. He will also engage in discussion with those who have comments or questions. This meeting will take place in the Activity Center at the Evangelical Free Church.Pastor Jeff Out of Office
Pastor Jeff and Wendy will be visiting their new nephew (and his family) this week in Iowa. They will be back on Thursday. This past week, Pastor Jeff was at the “Can Do” Conference for rural churches in Sioux Falls and will be sharing some insights with our Council at their next meeting.Our Sympathy
Our love and prayers are extended to Gar & Beth Jasper and family in the loss of Beth’s mother this past week. The funeral service was held this past Wednesday in Rock Valley, Iowa.Baby Congratulations
Congratulations to Pastor Steve & Angela Zwart & family in the birth of a beautiful healthy baby boy, Samuel Adam. Samuel was born this past Tuesday, October 2. He weighed in at 7 lbs and 15 oz and was 20 inches long.SRYG
Grades 9th - 12th we will be meeting at the Willmar E-Free church at 6:00pm - 8:00pm this Wednesday, October 11 for a community event. Jr. High group you are welcome to come as well.Missionary Support Opportunities
Eric & Elle Brohaugh will be visiting us the weekend of October 14th. Eric would love to go canoeing on Saturday, October 13th. Anyone interested in joining for a paddle should contact Marly. If you do not have a canoe, we may be able to round up a few. We hope to meet for prayer with Erik and Elle at 9:00 on Sunday morning in Pastor Jeff's study. Consider joining us for this important way of supporting their mission. Following worship on the 14th we plan to have a pot-luck with them as well. Please bring a dish to share. Everyone is welcome!MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Sunday, October 28 at 6:30 pm
at Bethany Reformed Church in Clara City
Rededicating Sesquicentennial
Sunday, November 11 at 4:00pm
Combined 150th Anniversary Service at Willmar Evangelical Free Church
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ordination Service for Pastor Bob Pollema
Bunde CRC would like to invite you to the ordination and installation service of Pastor Bob Pollema on Sunday, October 14 at 3:00 pm. Lunch and fellowship will follow in the fellowship hall.Emden’s First Annual “Dinner & a Show”
Mark your calendars and plan to attend Emden ’s first annual “Dinner and a Show”. This event will take place in the Emden Church in Renville on Wednesday, November 14. The featured performer will be Dr. Daniel Rieppel, Professor of Music at SMSU in Marshall. He is a world renowned pianist known for his exceptional piano skills. Other performers will include a sawyer, a Teacher’s Inc Quartet, violinists, a dramatist, an accordion player, other pianists, and a special guest favoring the crowd with a version of “Lime Jell-O, Marshmallow, Cottage Cheese Surprise”! This evening of fun, food, and fellowship will prove to be a very relaxing, entertaining, and enjoyable occasion! The meal of barbecued pork sandwiches, baked beans, chips, and homemade pie with ice cream will commence at 5:30 and conclude in time for the 7:00 performance! Cost of this event is only $7 - children five and under-$3! See you there.Ham Supper Sponsored by First Reformed Church Willmar
A ham supper will be served from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, October 25th at the First Reformed Church, in Willmar. A menu of baked ham, mashed potatoes & Gravy, glazed carrots, coleslaw, bread, dessert and beverage will be served. Adults - $7.50, Children: 6-12, $3.50, age 5 and under are free. Carry outs are available.Prinsburg Veterans Banner MISSING
The Veterans Banner, (listing the Prinsburg area veterans) that was used in the Prinsburg 4th of July parade is missing from the Prinsburg Community Fire-hall. If anyone has it or knows of its whereabouts please contact the church.MOPS Fundraiser
Pastry Puffins are being sold by MOPS as a fundraiser. They are a tasty, buttery flaked pastry with six different choices of delicious fillings. There are 12 pastries in a box which come frozen, ready to bake, for $9.50. You can place an order on the sheet on the table in the fellowship hall or talk to Sarah Brouwer. Orders must be received by Tues, Oct. 23. Orders will be delivered around November 14. Thanks for your support of this ministry!!55+ Driver improvement Program
Tuesday, October 23 from 4:30pm—8:30pm. The 4 hour Driver Improvement course is open to the public; however, pre-registration is requested. A MN Highway Safety & Research Center certified instructor teaches this class. Driver safety, confidence and comfort are enhanced by utilizing the most up-to-date research in the field, including the latest visual scanning and steering techniques, anti-lock braking (ABS) skills, airbag information, driver distraction, road rage and new vehicle technology. The fee for the four hour refresher course is $18.00 and the eight hour course is $20.00. For more information or to register call TOLL FREE 1-(888)-234-1294.Raymond GEMS Annual Soup & Pie Supper
The Raymond GEMS Girls’ Club invites you to their annual Soup and Pie Supper & Bake Sale on Wednesday, November 14th serving from 5 – 7 pm at the Raymond Christian Reformed Church. Free will donations will be gratefully accepted. Portions of this fundraiser will go towards helping African children attend school by providing them with school backpacks, supplies and shoes. We look forward to seeing you!Senior Citizens
There will be a catered Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, November 15th at 11:30am at the community center. Please call Ardy Zondervan to reserve your spot ASAP.Prairie Arts Chorale
The Prairie Arts Chorale will be performing portions of Handel’s “Messiah” in the Bunde Christian Reformed Church on Saturday, November 17 at 7:30 . Local vocalists include Dave and Claudia Zylstra and Gar Jasper from Prinsburg, and Paul Knapper from Renville.Stop & Shop Fundraiser for the Kandiyohi County Relay for Life
Come and get some of your Christmas shopping done. Tuesday, November 13th at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Willmar, from 6:30pm - 9:00pm. Admission is a $1.00 donation that also enters you in drawings. Vendors will have some items for immediate sale. All ordered sales will be delivered or sent directly to the buyer. This is a fundraiser for Kandiyohi County Relay for Life, a % of all sales go to the American Cancer Society to fund cancer education, research and the cancer navigator programs in our area. For a list of Vendors check your church mailbox.The Salvation Army WINTER WARM –UP Cold Weather Clothing Drive
Please donate new or gently-used winter outerwear including hats, mittens, scarves, snow pants, snow suits and coats (especially needed, children’s and large men’s & women’s) to The Salvation Army, in joint effort with Nelsen’s Cleaners and Burlington Northern Railroad. To distribute to the needy in our community. The coat drive will be from September 24th through October 18th. Bring your donations to The Salvation Army Corps Community Center (521 4th St. SW, Willmar), Nelsons Cleaners (220 Benson Ave. SW, Willmar) or to Burlington Northern Railroad. If you are in need of winter clothing distribution is October 17th & 18th from 10:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 4:00pm at The Salvation Army. Requirements To Receive Winter Clothing: Income verification or non-income verification and Proof of residency in Kandiyohi CountyHelp Needed
Help needed for the 8th Annual Friendship Retreat on October 20; If you could help in any way please call Clara DeRonde or Gretjen Wubben. Services needed: Kitchen help, 9x13 pan of bars, table helpers.Butterbraid Fundraiser
The First CRC Youth Group is now selling butterbraids for their first annual fundraiser. Butterbraids are a welcome treat during the holiday season, so please share this ordering opportunity with family and friends! The available flavors are: Cinnamon, Blueberry Cream Cheese, Cherry, Apple, Cream Cheese, Raspberry and Caramel Rolls (9 ct.). The cost is $8.50 each (make checks payable to The First CRC Youth Group). If you are interested in ordering butterbraids, please contact a First CRC Youth Group Member to place your order, or call Greg and Sarah Punt. The order deadline is Sunday, October 21st. The First CRC Youth Group Members will be personally delivering your orders shortly after they arrive. Thank you in advance for supporting the First CRC Youth Group! We are very excited to see what the Lord has in store for us this year!Ham Supper Sponsored by First Reformed Church Willmar
A ham supper will be served from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, October 25th at the First Reformed Church, in Willmar. A menu of baked ham, mashed potatoes & Gravy, glazed carrots, coleslaw, bread, dessert and beverage will be served. Adults - $7.50, Children: 6-12, $3.50, age 5 and under are free. Carry outs are available.
