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C.C.L.I. NO. 1052025 C.C.L.I. No. 1052025 OUR CHURCH FAMILY

MOTHER’S DAY LITANY *DOXOLOGY - #808 “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow”
Leader: We look to God, in whose image we are created, KEN DOZEMAN returned home on Monday following
People: And we give Him thanks for mothers who have nurtured and cared for *OFFERTORY PRAYER emergency gall bladder surgery.
us.
Leader: We look to Christ who gave himself up for us, who sacrificed himself and SPECIAL OFFERING - First Reformed Church’s Kids Hope USA program SHELBY TOTH underwent surgery to remove a mass
showed us the full extent of his love. from one of her ovaries at Holland Hospital on Wednesday.
People: And we give thanks for mothers and grandmothers, who have given to us HYMN OF RESPONSE - #674 “On Jordan’s Stormy Banks I Stand”
and sacrificed for us, that we might become what God has intended and Our sympathy to SCOTT & JILL VANDERSTOEP and
that we might understand the God of love. *BENEDICTION family in the death of Scott’s mother, Laurie VanderStoep
Leader: We look to the Spirit who sustains us and guides us, who nourishes and Owens on Friday, April 30.
empowers us. *CHORAL CLOSING - “Go Out With Joy” - Norman Johnson
People: And we give thanks for teachers and mentors, aunts and friends and care The congregation is invited to attend the graduation open
givers who have helped guide and strengthen us. *POSTLUDE - “Toccata on The Day of Resurrection” - Page C. Long house of AMBER TEJEDA tomorrow night from 6:00 to
Leader: We remember those who have lost mothers and special people in their lives. (based on The Worshiping Church No. 247) 8:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Amber is graduating
People: We pray for the peace of Christ, the hope of the heavenward call and the from Wayne State University with a Masters of Arts in film
freedom to fully grieve. A.M. PARTICIPANTS: studies. This open house is being sponsored by a group of
Leader: We remember those who’ve longed for a child but that longing remains All of us gathered. our First Church family. A light lunch will be served.
unfulfilled. Rev. Dr. Daniel N. Gillett -preaching
People: We pray that the body of Christ will be the family that goes beyond Rev. Paul Reynen -worship leading REV. TROY NANNINGA, our former youth director, has
biology and stretches into the greater family of the heavenly fellowship of Rev. Mary Wisner -worship leading taken a call as Pastor of Youth and Education at American
eternity. The God’s Sign Choir Reformed Church in DeMotte, Indiana. Troy will begin in
Leader: We remember those who have been hurt, and today the memories of home are Jodi Geerlings -director about a month.
not bright ones. Eric Steele -soloist
People: We pray that the shalom and wholeness that comes from God above The Chancel Choir For further “Church Family” updates, please call the Prayer
might bring healing and help for this day and the days to come. Cheryl VanOss -director Line throughout the week. The local number is 395-3282.
Leader: We remember those who have adopted children both legally and informally. Richard VanOss -organist Out of town members should call 1-866-392-8085. If you
People: We pray that the love that comes from above and transcends even have a prayer concern to be added or changed, or would like
biology, might fully exalt you O God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. to receive Prayer Line updates by e-mail please call the
All: May we bless our families that the blessings might overflow to others, and EVENING WORSHIP - 6:00 P.M. church office.
that you, O God, might be blessed and praised, both now and
forevermore. Amen. PRAYER FOR THE WEEK
THERE WILL BE NO EVENING WORSHIP TONIGHT.
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Pray this week for our college students who are finishing
THE WORD OF GOD
ANNOUNCEMENTS their school year and for those graduating.
*HYMN OF PREPARATION - #734 “Christ High-Ascended”
BIBLE MEMORY WORK: Awards Sunday for the Bible Memory Work Program has been set for next WORDS OF THANKS
(Children 3 yrs. old through 2nd grade are dismissed at this time for Kids Own Worship.) Sunday, May 16, 2010. Please encourage your child(ren) to complete their memory work for the appropri-
ate grade level. The memory work needs to be said to their “Shepherd” or to me. If you have any ques-
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION tions regarding the program, you can contact me at 772.5573 or find me on Sunday mornings in the Sun- First Church family, Thank you for the opportunity to serve
day School room downstairs. A special thank-you so very much for all the work and effort that is put into as an intern this past year. I appreciated your love,
SCRIPTURE - 1 Cor. 15:35-57, pg. 1117. memorizing scripture with both the child(ren) and parents efforts. I truly appreciate it. Sincerely ~ Marcia encouragement and prayers. You have been gracious
Vlietstra teachers and I have been so privileged to learn from you.
ANTHEM - “Since By Man Came Death” -George Frederick Handel Sandra Cammenga
(from Messiah) IS GOD CALLING YOU TO JOIN FIRST Church? If you feel led to make this decision or would like
Since by man came death, by man came also the resurrection of the dead. For as in to explore this possibility in a “no obligations” setting, come to the Inquirer’s class. The class will start
Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive. next Sunday, May 16 and run for four weeks. Contact Pastor Dick for more information.
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C.C.L.I. No. 1052025 Invite your family and friends to our CHANCEL CHOIR CONCERT on Sunday morning, May 30, dur-
ing the 9:30 A.M. service. The choir will be singing favorite anthems from this past year to mark the end
SERMON - The Resurrection of the Body - REALLY!” of their season.
PRAYER OF BLESSING Now is the time to form your team for THE FIRST-FIRST AMAZING RACE! Registration forms are
available at the information post. The event takes place on June 12 beginning at 2:30 p.m. Sign up now
THE RESPONSE TO GOD for an afternoon/evening of intergenerational fun and fellowship.
OFFERING
SUMMER CUSTODIAL POSITION: First Church is looking for part-time 20 hrs./wk custodian whose
OFFERTORY ANTHEM - “Untitled Hymn (Come to Jesus)” - Chris Rice main responsibility will be cleaning for the months of June, July, and August. This person will not be eligi-
Weak and wounded sinner. . Lost and left to die, O, raise your head, for love is passing ble or considered for any future custodial positions at First. Please obtain a job description and/or submit
by. Come to Jesus, Come to Jesus, Come to Jesus and live! Now your burden's lifted a resume to the church office.
and carried far away and precious blood has washed away the stain, so, sing to Jesus,
sing to Jesus, sing to Jesus and live! And like a newborn baby, don't be afraid to crawl Mark your calendars for August 15-20 if you are interested in participating in an INTERGENERA-
and remember when you walk, sometimes we fall...so, fall on Jesus, fall on Jesus, fall on TIONAL WORK PROJECT at Cran Hill Ranch in Rodney, Michigan. Lodging is available for those who
Jesus and live! Sometimes the way is lonely and steep and filled with pain. So if your sky do not have campers. Please sign up at the information post. You can contact Pastor Paul or Pam John-
is dark and pours the rain, then cry to Jesus, cry to Jesus, cry to Jesus and live! O, and son for more details.
when the love spills over and music fills the night and when you can't contain your joy
inside, then dance for Jesus, dance for Jesus, dance for Jesus and live! And with your This week, the CARE CLOSET could use your donations of: size 4 diapers, mouthwash, laundry de-
final heartbeat, kiss the world goodbye, then go in peace, and laugh on Glory's side, and tergent and paper grocery bags. Bring your donations at any time to the bin beside the stairs across
fly to Jesus, fly to Jesus, fly to Jesus and live! from the mail slots. Thank you for your continued support of the Care Closet.
 CHURCH CALENDAR: ANNOUMCEMETNS Sunday, May 9, 2010
TODAY (5/9): NEEDED: VOLUNTEERS TO TEACH THE KID’S OWN WORSHIP DURING THE SUM-
9:30 Rev. Dr. Daniel N. Gillett MER. In order to give our regular teachers a break during the summer months we are asking that people
11:00 Sunday School classes step up to the plate and teach two or three weeks, or be a shepherd for a month. The lesson plans are
MONDAY (5/10): provided. KOW in the summer is for children 4 years old through those going into first grade and meets CORNER OF STATE & 26TH STREET
6:00 A. Tejeda Open House during the last half of the worship service. Please contact Pastor Mary if you are interested in helping con- (630 STATE STREET, HOLLAND, MI 49423)
TUESDAY (5/11): tinue this important ministry through the summer.
7:30 Black River testing
9:00 Women’s Discipleship class THE ANNUAL YOUTH GROUP MEAT SALE CONTINUES. Pick up an order form in the Family (616) 392-8085
12:00 Black River testing Life Center or contact Jason Naber for more information.
1:30 Staff meeting www.firstchurchofholland.org
6:30 Men’s Basketball Each year the Holland Post Office offers our community a great way to support non-profit agencies that
6:30 Elders & Deacons meetings provide food to local folks who are homeless or struggling financially. This year the POSTAL FOOD
7:15 Consistory meeting DRIVE will be held Saturday, May 15, and they are looking for volunteers to help them. If you are inter- The family of First Church welcomes you to our services today. You are our guest and we are glad you
WEDNESDAY (5/12): ested, please sign up at the Information post. Young people as well as adults can have a part in helping have chosen to worship with us. The following are services available to assist you: barrier-free entrances
7:15 Men’s Prayer Group others in our community. Two work shifts are available, the morning shift is 8:45am -1:30pm, they will be and restrooms; an elevator to the lower level; supervised child care for infants and toddlers in our spacious
12:00 Black River testing collecting the food and the afternoon shift is 1:30pm-6:00pm, they will be placing the food into large nursery; a hearing assistance system for use with hearing aids with the t-coils or headsets; pre-kindergarten
3:30 Care Closet boxes for Holland Rescue Mission, Community Action House and The Salvation Army. Contact Pastor to fifth grade children’s worship bags to aid your child during the service and volunteers who are ready to
6:15 Junior High Youth Group Paul with any questions. answer any questions at the Information Post at the rear of the worship center. If we can be of assistance
6:30 Chancel Choir practice during the week, please call the church office at 392-8085. If you are looking for a church home, please
THURSDAY (5/13): Come cheer on the FIRST CHURCH MEN’S SOFTBALL TEAM! All games are played on Monday accept this as an invitation to ‘check us out.’ There is ALWAYS A WELCOME HOME for you.
9:30 Moms In Touch nights on Field #3 of the Matt Urban Sports Complex off of 32nd Street. Calendar: May 10 at 8:30 p.m.
12:00 Black River cooking class (Quality Car Wash), May 17 at 7:30 p.m. (Wild Dog Grille), May 24 at 6:30 p.m. (Cops & Robbers), June
6:30 Care Closet #2 14 at 6:30 p.m. (First Presbyterian Church), and June 21 at 7:30 p.m. (Twistthink). MORNING WORSHIP—9:30 A.M.
7:00 Bible Study
FRIDAY (5/14): Mark your calendars now for an exciting event that is both a return to a great piece of First Church history THE APPROACH TO GOD
12:00 Black River cooking class AND a part of our vital future. On June 13 we will once again have FIRST CHURCH ALL CHURCH THE PEALING OF THE BELLS
SATURDAY (5/15): PICNIC. It will also be with our daughter church ‘Embody’ at their site. We will begin with a combined (Let the Pealing of the Bells be a call to silent meditation and prayer.)
SUNDAY (5/16): worship at 10:00 am and continue with an old fashioned picnic.
9:30 Rev. Dr. Daniel N. Gillett
11:00 Sunday School classes There will be an OUTREACH COMMITTEE MEETING on Sunday, May 16 at 3:00 pm. PRELUDE - “The Strife Is O’er” - Alfred V. Fedak
3:00 Outreach Committee meeting (based on The Worshiping Church No. 233)
5:30 Senior High Youth Group
6:00 Rev. Chris DeVos here at First Church ANNOUNCEMENTS

SERVING THE CHURCH TODAY PASSING OF THE FRIENDSHIP REGISTER

GREETING ONE ANOTHER

COURTESY GREETERS: (5/9) C. VanDoornik, E.
VanDyke, J. & J. VanFossan. (5/16) J. & S. VanHekken, M. MINISTRY MOMENT - “The First-First Amazing Race!” - Sue Carlson
VanLangevelde, J. VanGenderen.
USHERS: (5/9) S. Vlietstra, T. Coney, C. Kleis, M. INTROIT - “Praise” -Norman Johnson
DeHaan. (5/16) D. Walkotten, D. Geertman, D. Rumrill, L.
Wisner. SENTENCES
ELDERS: (5/9 AM) B. VanDoornik, M. DeHaan, C.
Kleinheksel, B. Carlson. (5/16 AM) L. DeVries, R. Nykerk., *HYMN OF PRAISE - #247 “The Day of Resurrection”
J. VanRegenmorter, S. Vlietstra. (5/16 PM) N. Unema, J.
Geertman. *INVOCATION & SALUTATION
BUS DRIVER: (5/9) J. Nykerk / 392-6893. (5/16) D.
Rumrill / 399-1292. *THE APOSTLES' CREED
HALL MONITOR: (5/9) N. Unema. (5/16) S. Vlietstra. I BELIEVE IN GOD THE FATHER ALMIGHTY, MAKER OF HEAVEN
NURSERY, AM WORSHIP: (5/9) N. Kleinheksel, K. AND EARTH. I BELIEVE IN JESUS CHRIST, HIS ONLY SON, OUR
Ashby, A. Bosgraaf, B. Eggers, P. Johnson, S. Gillett. LORD, WHO WAS CONCEIVED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT, AND BORN OF
(5/16) N. Kleinheksel, J. Raywood, S. Toth, E. Toth, A. THE VIRGIN MARY. HE SUFFERED UNDER PONTIUS PILATE, WAS
Houskamp. CRUCIFIED, DIED, AND WAS BURIED; HE DESCENDED INTO HELL.
NURSERY, SUNDAY EDUCATION HOUR: (5/9) A. THE THIRD DAY HE ROSE AGAIN FROM THE DEAD. HE ASCENDED
Doeden, C. Tubbergen. (5/16) B. Ashby, N. Kleinheksel. INTO HEAVEN AND IS SEATED AT THE RIGHT HAND OF GOD THE
DEACON COUNTING TEAM: (May) J. Russcher, R. FATHER ALMIGHTY. FROM THERE HE WILL COME TO JUDGE THE
Gorman, B. Geerlings, R. Doeden. LIVING AND THE DEAD. I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT, THE
FELLOWSHIP COFFEE: (5/9) Reynen. (5/16) Arendsen. HOLY CATHOLIC CHURCH, THE COMMUNION OF SAINTS, THE
FORGIVENESS OF SINS, THE RESURRECTION OF THE BODY, AND
THE LIFE EVERLASTING. AMEN

ANTHEM - “Sing to the Lord” -Craig Cassils

Sing to the Lord a song of joy, sing to the Lord, alleluia! Sing to the Lord and praise his
name, sing alleluia! Marvelous are the things he=s done, victory by him has been won!
Make unto him a joyful noise, all of the earth, rejoice! Let all sea and creatures roar,
flood waters clap their hands. Let all the hills be joyful now, joyful before the Lord!
Sing to the Lord a song of joy, sing to the Lord, alleluia! Sing to the Lord and praise his
name, sing alleluia! Alleluia, allelu! Alleluia! Amen.
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Education Opportunities For the week of May 9, 2010

SUNDAY, MAY 9, 2010 happen. In this class we will be debunking this
theory and other myths that tie parents into knots
KIDS OWN WORSHIP while raising their children. Good things to know
for parents with children of any age. Regular nursery
Children ages 3 years old through 2nd grade are will still be available but please feel free to bring your
dismissed during the Hymn of Preparation, meeting infant or toddler to class. This class will meet from
the teacher at the top of the stairs to proceed 11-11:45 to accommodate parents who need to pick
downstairs for a worship experience that is age up their children from Sunday School.
appropriate. Parents must pick up their children
immediately following the worship service. Children “American Idols” Teacher:: Rev. Gerald VanHeest
will not be dismissed without a parent. Room L6. Many ‘American Idols’ distract Christians
from a strong commitment to Christ. Rev.
Room Age Group VanHeest, a long time favorite teacher here at First
L2 3 & 4 year olds Church, will identify what those idols are and how
L16 K, 1st and 2nd grade they keep us from living as Christ intended.

PRAYERTIME FOR PEOPLE CALLING ALL QUESTIONS

WHO DESIRE PRAYER
“CALLING ALL QUESTIONS” IS A CLASS for
Join others in a time of prayer, Sunday mornings anyone who might be interested in asking questions
following morning worship in the Prayer Room. about the Christian faith. We recognize that a safe
(F36, The “green” room off of the Family Life and fun place to be able to ask ‘any question’ can be
Center.) Any questions ask Tina Reynen 786-4815. an important step as someone is thinking about faith
and the claims of Jesus, or maybe just getting
CHILDREN ‘grounded’ in the basics. We will meet during the
Sunday School hour for about six weeks starting this
Parents, To assist us in serving you and your child’s morning in the conference room. Friends,
best interest and safety during the times that you neighbors, relatives are welcome as well.
have entrusted them to our children’s ministry
leaders we ask that each week a parent or designated WEDNESDAY, MAY 12, 2010
adult register/sign in your child and pick up him/her
at the end of class. There will be a check in sheet at
the entry point of each classroom. Also, Please note JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP
the time changes!
Junior High Youth Group, meets Wednesday at 6:15
Room Age Group Time p.m. Lesson: “On a mission.” Scripture: Acts.
L10 2 & 3 yrs old 11:00–11:45
L2 4 yrs old & Kindergarten 10:50–12:00 CHANCEL CHOIR
L19 1st – 5th grade 10:50–12:00
The Chancel Choir will rehearse this Wednesday at
YOUTH 6:30 P.M. in the choir room on the lower level.
Rehearsals are just one hour long. Chancel Choir
Room Age Group Time membership is open to anyone of high school age or
L23 6th-8th grade 11:00-12:00 older who loves to sing God’s praises. Prayerfully
L22 9th-12th grade 11:00-12:00 consider joining this year and using your talents in
service to God and the church. If you have any
YOUNG ADULT questions, see Rick or Cheryl Van Oss after church,
otherwise just come on Wednesday ready to have a
Room Age Group Time good time. We look forward to seeing you.
L13 Post high-20 somethings 11:00-12:00
THURSDAY, MAY 13, 2010
ADULT
MOMS IN TOUCH
COFFEE AND CURRENT EVENTS: Grab a cup
of coffee and join facilitator, Bruce Eckert, in the Moms of children, infant through Kindergarten and
library for an informal discussion of current events their children, meet weekly on Thursday from 9:30 -
and their relationship to our life and faith. 11:00 a.m. in the nursery for faith and fellowship. All
are welcome.
“THE MYTH OF THE PERFECT
PARENT” Facilitators: Pastor Mary and Larry BIBLE STUDY
Wisner, in Room L11: For many Christian parents
the most consuming concern is that their children The Intergenerational Bible study group meets on
‘turn out’ - meaning church going, God honoring Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. They are studying the book
adults. They’ve adopted the behaviorist philosophy of Luke. Anyone is welcome.