Morning Worship
Scripture Reading: Psalms 67, 100, 126
Message: “Worship & Celebration - The Return of Joy!” (Pastor Steve)
Offering: Love Fund
Lead Worshiper: Bryan DeGroot
Welcome to Unity!
The psalmist invites us to make a noise that is full of joy, and to come into the presence of the Lord with gladness. Because God is good and faithful to every generation, we come together to celebrate and worship.
Baptism
As part of our time of celebration this morning we all get to participate in the baptism of Tyler Nett. In baptism, we are reminded that God comes to us and claims us as his own, and through the symbol of water we are cleansed and welcomed into the family of God.
Worship Team Commissioning
Near the end of the service today, we will also be commissioning all of the members of our church who use their gifts by leading us in worship each week. We give thanks for them and their willingness to serve our church.
Guest Preaching
Pastor Jeff is preaching at Willmar CRC this morning due to the fact that their interim pastor had to leave sooner than expected because of a decline in the health of his son. Please pray for Rev. Jerry Gunnick and his family.
The Weekly Calendar
The Monthly Church Calendar can be viewed at www.unitycrc.org/calendar
Today (5th Sunday):
1:00pm: Christmas Program Read Through
6:30pm: Reformation Day Worship at Bethany Reformed Church
Monday:
4:45pm: Worship Planning Meeting
7:00pm: Friendship Class at Willmar CRC - Lesson 3
Tuesday:
9:30am: Ladies’ Bible Study
7:00pm: Ladies’ Jail Ministry
Wednesday:
6:45pm: CADETS at First CRC
7:00pm: Men’s Jail Ministry
7:00pm: Youth Group Grades 7-12 at the Rock on 8th
7:00pm: Men’s Bible Study at Hoekstra’s
7:00pm: Dave Ramsey FPU
Friday:
6:30pm: Ladies Night Out
Next Sunday (1st Sunday):
8:45am: Children’s Choir 2nd - 5th
9:00am: Missions Prayer Time
9:00am: Sunday School 6th - 12th
9:15am: Sunday School 2nd - 5th
9:30am: Children’s Choir 3 years - 1st grade
10:00am: Morning Worship
Noon Meal: Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner?
Unity Church Ministry Opportunities
Love Fund Offering
This morning’s offering is for the Love Fund - our account that helps those in financial need. We only collect for this fund when there is a 5th Sunday in a month. As always, you may designate your check for any other specific use (general, building, missions, Christian education) or at any time give to the Love Fund. Thank you for your gifts.
College Care Packages
We are sending out care packages of goodies to our college students this week. Parents, please verify that we have your student’s correct address if you have not already submitted it to the office. Thank you.
Wild at Heart Men’s Group
We are meeting this Wednesday, November 1 at the Hoekstra’s. Any guy is welcome to join us. We will be starting our discussion of the book, Wild at Heart. If you want to join us and need a copy of the book, you may pick one up from the church office.
Ladies Night Out!
Friday, November 3 at 6:30 pm. Come to Unity to be pampered. Enjoy a Relaxation Spa by Beauti Control. Feast on samples from Tastefully Simple; and then watch a movie with your girlfriends! Bring your pillows, blankets, and your favorite slippers for a RELAXING evening! Sorry ladies, this is only for you - no kids allowed. Sign up today in the back of church. For more information call April Swierenga or Heather Nett.
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 (and every first Sunday of the month) in Pastor Jeff's office.
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
Sunday, November 5 - If you are participating in this event next Sunday, the next set of details are in your church mailboxes today. Next Sunday you will receive instructions on what house you will be going to for dinner at noon. Enjoy!
Adult Education Sunday Schedule
There is no
Adult Sunday School next week. The class will meet again on Sunday, November 12 at 8:45 am. Join us then as we continue our journey of exploring the universe and its origins from both a biblical and a scientific perspective. The complete schedule for Adult Education is available online at www.unitycrc.org/adulted.
Pastor Jeff Out of the Office
Pastor Jeff and Wendy will be gone from Wednesday, November 1 until Monday, November 6. They will be traveling to Iowa to celebrate all the Holidays with Jeff’s family.
Mark Your Calendar
Thanksgiving Eve Service
Wednesday, November 22 - 7:00pm
Christmas Program
Saturday, December 16 - 7:00pm
Sunday, December 17 - 5:00pm
Christmas Eve Service
Sunday, December 24- 5:00pm
