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Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives.
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
John 14:27
Bethel Family
The flowers in front of church are in memory of Clarence and Alyce Greenfield.
Bernice Loomans celebrated her95th birthday on Saturday, February 18, 2012. Happy Birthday Bernice, God Bless!
Please extend a warm Christian welcome to Wick and Debra Hubers from Living Hope Community CRC.The Council received their membership transfer and has accepted them into the Bethel family.
Our Christian sympathies goto Sadie DeVries and Ann DeYoung whose son and brother, Floyd DeVries passed away on February 11, 2012. The funeral was held on Thursday, February 16. May God strengthen and keep this family during their time of mourning.
Our Christian sympathies goto the family of Steve Mulder who passed away this past week. The funeral was held on Friday, February 17. May God strengthen and keep this family during their time of mourning.
Bethel Community
BYPS will be meeting tonight at 7:00 pm at Bethel, t-shirt sales need to be turned in at this time.
Thank you to the congregation for your commitment to the building project.As of February 13, 2012 we have over $340,000 in monies and pledges. The construction plans are completed and will be submitted for State approval.We will be selecting bidders for the project at our next meeting.
To the parents of children who attend nursery: There will be a brief meeting today in the kitchen after church to discuss the layout of the new nursery. We would appreciate any input/suggestions you may have.
Bethel is scheduled to serve the hot meal at the Community Table this Friday, February 24th. Service Group #1is serving this meal and the serving schedule can be found in your mailboxes.
ALL Bethel Young People are invited to a Special Date Night Valentine's supper to be held at Bethel on Wednesday, February 22nd at 6:30 pm sharp! This year we are including Waupun 1st CRC youth group for this special event. Questions for our panel relating to dating/relationships and your RSVP for this night are due to Dave and Evonne by February 15th. Appropriate attire will be enforced. Parents ask how you can help.
Community
Youth for Christ Bowlathon: Looking for a fun event for your small group? Like to bowl? Help Youth for Christ and their mission to reach out to area youth. On March 23rd and 24th YFC will be holding their annual Bowlathon fundraiser at Ledgeview Lanes in Fond du Lac. Teams of 5 people are asked to raise pledges and bowl 2 games all while having a great time together helping YFC in their ministry in the area. The event includes music, DJ and silent auction. Participants will be eligible for numerous prizes—including prizes for top team and individual fundraisers! For more information, available times, or to get a team packet, go online to or contact the Youth for Christ office at 923-1416 or .
Mark your calendars and save the date: Bethany Banquet on April 17, 2012. The Waupun Community will be hosting the 22nd Annual Bethany Banquet. This event is FREE to attend and EVERYONE is welcome. A home cooked dinner including dessert is served, a Bethany family will speak, and there will be entertainment. More info to follow.
Concert: First Reformed Church (422 W. Franklin St., Waupun) will be hosting a free concert of the Northwestern College A Cappella Choir concert on Monday, March 5that 7:00 pm. The three-part concert will include songs that express faith and trust in God in the face of suffering and injustice - including settings of two children's poems written in WWII's Terezin prison camp - as well as spirituals and the choir's traditional final song, "Beautiful Savior".
Community Day of Prayer will be held Friday, March 3rd at 1:00 pm at the United Methodist Church in Waupun. Pastor J. D. McCarty will be the speaker.Please plan on attending for a time of prayer and fellowship.
Attention All Hunters, Fishermen and Outdoor Enthusiasts. We are looking for your support with the 1st Annual Sportsman Bazaar to be held in the gymnasium of The Union Youth Center in Waupun on Saturday, February 25th from 9:00 am - 3:00pm. We will have tables to rent for you to sell or trade all your unused or gently loved fishing, hunting and outdoor equipment. Craft sales are also encouraged and combined with a food/bake sale we hope to have a great day! Visit our website at or call Brian Ball at 920-324-8886 to reserve your spot today. Thank you for your support.
February 19, 2012
9:30 a.m. Worship Service
Prelude
*Call to Worship
*Opening Song #461
Beautiful Savior
*God's Greeting
*We Greet One Another
Time of Praise led by Group #3
Trading My Sorrows
Ancient Words
Jesus, Draw Me Close
Congregational & Offertory Prayer
Offering: 1) General Fund
2) CWC
*Song of Preparation #280
Blessed Jesus, at Your Word
Walk Out Worship is excused.
Scripture
John 4:43-54
Sermon
The Miracle that Wasn't There
*Song of Response (23)
My Life Is in You, Lord
*Benediction
*Closing Song (17)
Majesty
*Postlude
#Psalter
() Songs for Worship Book
*Those who are able, please stand
February 19, 2012
2:00 p.m. Worship Service
Prelude
*Call to Worship
*God’s Greeting
*We Greet Each Other
*Opening Song #479
I Will Sing of My Redeemer
Congregational & Offertory Prayer
Offering: Milwaukee Rescue Mission
*Song of Preparation #420
Breathe on Me, Breath of God
Scripture
Mark 4:1-20
Sermon
A Handful of Seedy Characters
*Song of Response #412 (stanzas 1,2,5)
Jesus Shall Reign
*Apostles' Creed
*Benediction
*Closing Song #195
Our God Reigns
*Silent Meditation & Reflection
*Postlude
# Psalter
( ) Songs for Worship Book
*Those who are able, please stand
Please
Thank you!519pounds. Job well done!mas day represents Jesus, the Light of the World. The star represents the Star of bethlehPray For:
Those mourning the loss of loved ones…
~ The family of Steve Mulder of 1st CRC, who passed away this past week
~ Sadie DeVries and Ann DeYoung who lost their son/brother
~please continue to remember our many church families who are still in mourning
Those recovering from injury, surgery, or illness..
~ Sue Davenport who is experiencing pain in her left knee
~ Lisa Rens who has stage IV Colon Cancer with metastasis to the liverandisundergoing
chemotherapy treatment. Lisa is also now being treated for a blood clot in her lung.
~Baby John TenPas, grandson of Ken and Gardie TenPas of 1st CRC, who was born with an
underdevelopedleft side of his heart
~Andy Westra who continues to undergo treatments for cancer
~Annabelle DeVries' son, Mark, who is recovering from esophageal cancer
~ for our home missionary, Dave Katsma, who is currently undergoing chemo treatments for cancer
~for all those who have been sick or had procedures, for continued recovery
Those suffering from chronic illnesses…
~ Sawyer Lange who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes
~ Kristin Sauer
~Dick Ritzema
~ Michelle DeKok
~ Trinity Lange
Those unable to attend worship services…
~ Bonnie Luteyn -OakwoodVillage in Madison
~ Dick & Edith Ritzema - Christian Home
~ Leah Kemink - Whippoorwill House
~ Shirley Oosterhouse - Continental Manor
U.S. Military, either stateside or abroad…
~ Andrew DeVries, grandson of Annabelle DeVries--currently stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia
~ Erin DeVries, daughter of Glenn and Pat DeVries--currently stationed at Great Lakes Naval Base,
North Chicago, IL
~ Brendon Kemink, grandson of Bud and Betty Kemink--currently stationed in Michigan
~Bryce Kemink, grandson of Bud and Betty Kemink--stationed at Great Lakes Naval Base,
North Chicago, IL
~Ashlyn DeVries, granddaughter of Annabelle DeVries--currentlystationed in Fort Lewis,
Washington
~ Reverend Peter Hofman, currently stationed in Afghanistan
To have your name added/deleted or have other changes made to the prayer list,
please contact Laura Hoekstra @ 920-210-5878 or .
Office hours: T/TH 8am - 2:30pm, F 8am - 12pm.Please have all bulletin
announcements in by 9:00 am on Thursday to ensure they are included in the bulletin.