9:30 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP CELEBRATION
Lead Worshiper: Bryan DeGroot and the Unity Praise TeamPrayer for the Church and the World
Scripture Reading: Haggai 1:2-11 (Reader: Arlene Groen)
Message: “Give Careful Thoughts to Your Ways” (Keith Kerstetter)
Giving of our Firstfruits: Unity Ministries
Closing and Benediction
5:00 P.M. EVENING WORSHIP CELEBRATION
No evening service or Night Vision tonightWORSHIP NOTES
Welcome to Unity! As our thoughts and prayers pour forth for those to our south today, may we all “seek God while He may be found, and call upon Him when He is near. For the Lord is close to the broken-hearted and hears their cries to Him.” May we all humble ourselves before God today, giving thanks for the simple things of today, giving generously to those in need, and giving ourselves fully and completely to the worship and work of Jesus Christ!A warm welcome to Rev. Keith Kerstetter, senior pastor of the Willmar Assembly of God Church, who is our teaching pastor for this morning! We thank God for you and your leadership in this area and pray God’s blessing and anointing over you today! Pastor Steve is completing the pulpit exchange by preaching at the Willmar Assembly of God church this morning. We praise God for the unity of the body of Christ!
Council Members: Please note the schedule this week for council: THURSDAY, Sept. 8: 4:00pm ~ Executive Team; 5:45pm ~ Elders; 6:15pm ~ Deacons; 7:00pm ~ Full Council. Supper will be provided from 5:45-6:15pm.
Extra Laptop? Ruth Veltkamp, our missionary in Nigeria, is seeking donations of good, used laptop computers. If you have one available, please contact the church office.
CRWRC - Hurricane Katrina: The Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC) hopes to raise $5 million in aid for victims of Hurricane Katrina, which unleashed billions of dollars of destruction on Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana and the Florida panhandle last Monday. The ambitious goal will help CRWRC continue to deploy rapid response teams, participate in clean up and repairs and purchase building materials. Donate today by calling 1-800-55-CRWRC or online at www.crwrc.org. Or mark your donations "Hurricanes 2005" and mail to: CRWRC, 2850 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49560.
Bon Fire! There is going to be a Bon Fire at Hub and Mariliyns Farm after the evening worship on Sunday, September 18. More details to come.
UNITY FAMILY CARES AND CONCERNS
Congratulations to Gary & Mandy (Layman) Johnson who were united in marriage yesterday! May God bless your new life together as husband and wife! Pastor Steve officiated the ceremony.Church Clean-Up! Wednesday evening, September 7. Supper 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Cleaning will start after supper. Everyone is encouraged to come, Men and Women.
Youth Group: Kick-off on Wednesday, September 14th. Grades 7-12 7:00 pm at the Rock on 8th (1804 8th St. S.W.) in Willmar. If anyone needs a ride please call Jill.
Christmas Program: Anyone interested in auditioning for the “Return of the Christmas Kid” please meet after the morning service in the church sanctuary to receive a script. We especially want to see Grades 7th– 12th and an adult male for a primary part. If you have any questions please contact Gina Ohden, Rachel Marcus or Bev Mulder.
Needed: FRIENDSHIP MENTORS
Qualifications: A "need" to serve and being a friend. Time commitment: Minimal time for preparation, and one hour every other Monday evening. Starting September 19, 2005. Call: Helene Dykstra.
Ladies in Jail need to hear God's Word: For the past ten months, a team of ladies from our church has been leading Bible studies on Tuesday evenings with the female inmates at the Kandiyohi County Jail. It is a fascinating ministry, and one which strengthens the faith of the Bible study leaders, even as it encourages the incarcerated ladies. We are looking for substitute leaders to come in on days when we are ill, out of town, or on maternity leave! We always lead in teams, so you will be there as moral support, not leading the Bible Study. If you are willing to help, contact the church office or Pastor Wendy.
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. Tickets are $45.00/person. This event is always sold out. Contact Angela Zwart TODAY for tickets.
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.
GEMS Kick-Off: The GEMS are planning their annual kick-off on Wednesday, September 7 at 6:30pm. Please meet at the fellowship hall. Attention Prinsburg residents we are planning on an outdoor scavenger hunt so please be ready for the girls to stop by your house and ask for selected items.
COMMUNITY & SURROUNDING AREA ANNOUNCEMENTS
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.HEY MOMS!
Have kids ages birth through kindergarten? Join us at MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)Childcare is provided. 1st Meeting, Wednesday, September 14th.
When: Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month
9:00am – 11:30am
Where: Bunde Christian Reformed Church
5086 140th Ave. SE, Clara City
More Info: 320-847-3520 or (Becky at 320-967-4218)
2005/2006 Bunde MOPS Meeting Dates
September 14, 28; October 12, 26; November 9; December 14; January 11, 25; February 8, 22; March 8, 22; April 12, 26.
West Central Singers
The West Central Singers will begin rehearsals at Calvary on September 15th at 7pm. The group consists of twenty-eight adult singers, who presented four concerts last season. For further information on the group, please call Dr. Chet Sommers at 235-2384.
Bethany Christian Services Phon-a-thon 2005
On September 19th and 20th, Bethany Christian Services will conduct its upcoming 15th annual phon-a-thon. This is the third phon-a-thon done from the Willmar office. Any call you receive on these dates will be from a volunteer in Willmar. Your donations will be used to support the local Willmar office and help to further Bethany’s mission: “to manifest the love and compassion of Jesus Christ by protecting and enhancing the lives of children and families through quality social services.”
Open House Bridal Shower: You are invited to an open house bridal shower for Janae VanZee, bride elect of Matt Marcus, son of Larry and Lynn Marcus. It will be held Saturday, September 10, 2005 at 10:00am at First CRC Fellowship hall. Everyone is welcome.
Ladies’ Aid Fundraiser Roast Beef Supper
Come and enjoy a wonderful Roast Beef supper! Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at the Raymond Christian Reformed Church Fellowship Hall. Serving is from 5:00pm till 8:00pm. The menu for the evening will be Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Coleslaw, Home Grown Corn, Rolls, Milk, Coffee and a variety of desserts. There will be a free-will offering. Everyone is welcome.
