ORDER of WORSHIP
January 19, 2014 – 9:30 A.M.
GOD CALLS US TO WORSHIP
Welcome
*God’s Greeting ~ Mutual Greeting
*Praise Time
“This Little Light of Mine/Amen”
“Shout Hallelujah”
“How Great is Our God”
WE REMEMBER GOD’S WORK OF SALVATION
Ministry Moment: New City Kids Church
Congregational Prayer
GOD SPEAKS TO US IN HIS WORD
Scripture: Matthew 25:14~30 (pp. 1541)
Sermon: “What if God is Good?” ~ Pastor Trevor Rubingh
Prayer of Response
*Song of Response: “Sanctuary”
WE RESPOND WITH DEDICATION AND PRAYER
Offerings: 1st: Cedar Hill Ministries; 2nd: Building Fund
Offertory Prayer
GOD SENDS US INTO HIS WORLD
*Closing Song: “Those Who Trust”
*Postlude
*You are invited to stand.
WELCOME
Welcome to Sunday Worship at Cedar Hill CRC. We are glad you are here with us this morning. If you are a visitor, please see the back of the bulletin for information about our church. Please fill out a Visitor Card found in the pew and place it in the offering plate or leave it at the Welcome Center.
WORSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
January 19 ~ 9:30 A.M.: We welcome Pastor Trevor Rubingh to our pulpit. He will preach on Matthew 25:14-30, “What if God is Good?”
6:00 PM ~ We will welcome Eric Fluit, Spiritual Director at the Holland Christian Home, to our pulpit this evening.
January 26 ~ 9:30 A.M.: Pastor Chris will give a sermon on Revelation 2:12~17, “Pergamum: The Church of Idolatrous Compromise.:
5:00 PM ~ Praise the Lord with Ridgewood CRC! An area-wide hymn sing will raise the roof tonight. Old favorites . . . new favorites . . .all in praise for the life God gives. Join us!
WORSHIP SERVICE INFORMATION
This Week – January 19, 2013
OFFERINGS: AM: 1st: Cedar Hill Ministries, 2nd: Building Fund
PM: Holland Home
GREETERS: Welcome Team #3
USHERS: AM: Pete Ten Kate, Sr., Marilyn Chickey, Joe Chickey
PM: Walter Shurminsky, Robert Dykstra, Michael Steiginga
NURSERY: Infant: Jeanne Veenstra
Toddler: Karen Borduin, Jenna Dyksen
CH. CHURCH: JoAnn Angeluicci/Raegan Heerema, Jason Englishmen
JR. CHURCH: No Junior Church
Next Week – January 26, 2013
OFFERINGS: 1st: Cedar Hill Ministries, 2nd: Scholarship Fund
GREETERS: Welcome Team #4
USHERS: John Borduin, Sr., Bill Bushman, Sally Haven
NURSERY: Infant: Sandy Ruit
Toddler: Nancy Bruining, Chanel Borduin
CH. CHURCH: Alyssa and Caitlin Shurminsky
JR. CHURCH: Jen Anema/Chanel Borduin
CEDAR HILL CHURCH
PASTOR NOTES
Pastor Chris will be away for his annual week of study from January 13 through January 20. Prayers for safe travels and for a week of learning that can be fruitful for the ministry and mission of Cedar Hill Church are appreciated. If any pastoral needs arise during the week, please contact Rick Botbyl, Vice President of Council, at 973-464-6986.
Adult Sunday School: Today Jack Darakjy, esq. will speak about the persecution that Christians face in the Middle East.
DEACON NOTES
The Deacons will be collecting for the Philippines Disaster Relief. Donations can be deposited in any collection plate until the end of January. Mark the envelope “Disaster Relief”.
TUESDAY NIGHT CONNECTION
Join us this Tuesday evening at 6 PM for our TNC Family Dinner with various meetings to follow. In the Poverty Cure series, we will examine Part 6: Churches, Communities, and Culture. This session extends the focus of the fifth session by exploring the cultural/spiritual resources essential for communities to thrive—a culture of trust, a culture that encourages thrift, honesty and enterprise, and one that respects the dignity and capacity of people and the value of work.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
TREASURER’S UPDATE
YTD income from collections: $210,629
YTD budgeted income: $224,888
Income less expenses: (-$14,259)
We have started to withhold Synodical Ministry Shares so that we can continue to pay our bills. Please prayerfully consider your tithing.
OPENING/CLOSING OF CHURCH BUILDING
We need your help! Our list of volunteers to open/close our church building on Sundays needs a few more volunteers. If you are willing to help out, contact the church office.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
There will be NO children’s Sunday School today. Classes will resume next week.
ORCHESTRA CHRISTMAS MUSIC
If you have any orchestra Christmas music, please return it to Sharon Van Der Heide’s box as we save this music from year to year.
MEALS FOR THE FABERS
If you would like to gift the Faber family with a meal, visit www.TakeThemAMeal.com. Last name: Faber, password: ellenfaber.
PRAYER TIME
Another opportunity for communal prayer at Cedar Hill Church. Start the new year off by joining in fellowship and prayer on Wednesday mornings at 6:15 AM in the Youth Room. Hope to see you there!
CADETS
Cadets meet Tuesday at 6:45 PM.
HOMELESS PROGRAM
Sign up for the Homeless Program, which runs through March 28. We need drivers, prepared meals, and men to stay overnight. Prayerfully consider how you can participate.
THE JANUARY SERIES
You are invited to the Calvin College January Series each weekday through January 28 at Cedar Hill Church. Each lecture will be shown via a "live feed" from Calvin College. Cedar Hill Church is one of 44 remote webcast sites across the continent. For information about the speakers and topics, visit the January Series website at www.calvin.edu/january/2014. Don't miss out on this chance to hear fabulous lectures and experience a piece of Calvin College right here in Wyckoff, New Jersey.
YOUTHQUEST NEWS
Go M.A.D.: (5th & 6th Grades):
Dear Go M.A.D. Faithful: We do hereby humbly entreat your attention and direct your focus to February 7. Go M.A.D. will once again attempt a winter gathering in order to lift the burden of boredom, refine our feelings of friendship, and pursue your personal presence. Friday, February 7, from 7 ~ 9:30 PM, drop off at the ECMS Gym; pick up location will be obvious on campus after our meeting. Call John E. at 973-423-0267 if you have any questions.
Heirborne: (7th & 8th Grades):
On Wednesday, January 22, we have a regular meeting from 7 ~ 9 PM at Cedar Hill CRC. Come, play games, have snacks, worship and learn more about God.
LinC: (9th through 12th Grades):
On Sunday, January 26, we have a regular meeting from 6 ~ 8:30 PM at Cedar Hill CRC. Come, have dinner, play games, worship and learn more about God.
Hoagie Sale: LinC is selling hoagies with proceeds to benefit the Ghana Trip. Purchase a hoagie for your family or for the homeless. Orders can be picked up on Saturday, February 1st at 11 AM. Pick up a form at the welcome center and place it in the box along with payment. Order deadline is Monday, January 27.
A CULTURE OF PRAYER
‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
“Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to Him, for God is our refuge…You, O God, are strong…You, O Lord, are loving.” Psalm 62:8, 11-12
JANUARY 19, 2014
PRAY FOR HEALING AND GOOD HEALTH ~
Continue to pray for Regine Andre as she deals with some health issues. Her address is 323 Grier Avenue, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07202.
Continue to pray for Ellen Faber as she resumes chemo treatments—for renewed health and continued strength.
Joey Post has sustained a fractured collarbone while snowboarding this past week. Pray for a complete recovery.
Bea Spalt’s brother, Andrew Van Beveren, is currently at Regency Nursing Home in Wayne while he recuperates from surgery. Please keep him in your prayers for renewed health and strength.
Jackie Zuidema is recovering at Valley Hospital following surgery. Pray for a complete recovery and renewed strength.
Pray for our expecting moms and their families: Kristen and Craig Borduin (7/16/14); pray for good health for Kristen and her baby.
ONGOING CONCERNS ~
Kassie Borduin Ellen Faber Gert Troast Judy Van Heemst
OUR HOMEBOUND & THEIR CAREGIVERS ~
Tena Stavinga Edward Van Spronsen Marie Meenan
Huberta Smith Jim & Grace Van Wieren David DeKoek
The height of our love for God is indicated
by the depth of our love for one another.
~ Morley
Pray for Mission Outreach
ACROSS THE SEA – ACROSS THE STREET
Local Church Plants – Home Missions – World Missions
Classis Hudson & Hackensack Church Plants: This week, we pray for Global Vision Church in Edison, New Jersey and Rev. Eunboem Kim. Also pray for Open Door Fellowship in East Harlem, New York, and Pastor Johnny Acevedo.
The Luke Society: At this time of year, we are particularly mindful of God’s provisions and saving grace. But as we bring the year to a close and prepare for a new year, we are also reminded of His faithfulness throughout the year. Thank you, Cedar Hill Church, for your continual support and the gifts you have given to help support Christian men and women in over 40 locations around the world to touch lives in Jesus’ name.
World Renew: Philippines Typhoon Haiyan—On November 8, a super typhoon battered the central Philippines, affecting 11.3 million people, displacing 673,000 people and killing an estimated 2,500 people. Through the CRC in the Philippines and Philippine Relief and Development Services, World Renew is providing emergency food assistance, temporary shelter, and hygiene kits to those most in need. Your support is vital. Donations marked “Philippines Typhoon Haiyan 2013” can be made online at worldrenew.net/haiyan, by calling 1-800-552-7972, or sending a check to 1700 28th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508. Please donate today!
Hand Raising on the Network: In school, if you had a question, you’d raise your hand. But what if you have a question about serving in ministry at your church? What would you do? Where would you go? The Network is the place to find answers, resources, and ideas for serving in your church. As you continue your ministry year learn, share, and connect with others in ministry on the Network—www.crcna.org/network.
Jesus Loves Me This I Know!: We may sing this song and know what it means, but not every child in this world does. You can help change it! This coming summer, Christian Reformed World Missions is providing a 3 week VBS type program in Asia and hoping those with a heart for children and sharing the gospel will join them in that mission. What are YOU doing next summer? For further information, contact
PRAYER LINES ~ Call 201-652-4277, ext. 2, to hear the prayer line, which is updated each Friday afternoon with the latest on our congregational needs. You can also check our denominational prayer requests at 888-CRC-PRAY or www.crcna.org/pray.
This week at Cedar Hill Church
January 19, 2014 ~ January 25, 2014
SUNDAY
9:30 AM ~ Worship Service (Sanctuary)
11:00 AM ~ No Children’s Sunday School, Catechism,
11:00 AM ~ Adult Sunday School
12:30 PM ~ NJ Faith Church (Sanctuary & Fellowship Hall)
4:30 PM ~ Kingdom Kids Choir Rehearsal (Basement) Snack: Hannah Post
6:00 PM ~ Evening Worship
MONDAY
12:30 PM ~ Calvin College’s January Series (Sanctuary)
7:30 PM ~ Executive Meeting (Deacon Room)
8:00 PM ~ Barbershop Chorus (Fellowship Hall)
TUESDAY
9:00 AM ~ Bible Study Fellowship Leader’s Meeting (Council Room)
12:30 PM ~ Calvin College’s January Series (Sanctuary)
6:00 PM ~ Tuesday Night Connection Family Dinner & Meetings
6:45 PM ~ Cadets
8:45 PM ~ NJ Faith Church (Sanctuary)
WEDNESDAY
6:15 AM ~ Wednesday Morning Prayer Time (Youth Room)
9:00 AM ~ Bible Study Fellowship Meeting (Entire Church)
12:30 PM ~ Calvin College’s January Series (Sanctuary)
7:00 PM ~ Heirborne Youth Group (at Cedar Hill)
THURSDAY
12:30 PM ~ Calvin College’s January Series (Sanctuary)
7:00 PM ~ Parkinson’s Support Group (Fellowship Hall)
7:00 PM ~ Circle of Prayer Meeting (Sanctuary)
7:30 PM ~ Worship Team Meeting (Sanctuary)
FRIDAY
12:30 PM ~ Calvin College’s January Series (Sanctuary)
8:00 PM ~ NJ Faith Church (Sanctuary)
SATURDAY
6:30 AM ~ NJ Faith Church (Sanctuary)
CEDAR HILL CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
422 Cedar Hill Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ, 07481
Rev. Christian Pedersen, Pastor
A Family of Christ Where You Belong
~ where everyone is encouraged to grow in their walk with Christ daily,
to live intentionally in the Holy Spirit as they go, and so create a culture
where people are served, invited, and enfolded into the Kingdom.
Sunday Worship: 9:30 A.M. and 6:00 P.M.* (See calendar for location of evening service.)
Church Office: 201-652-4277 Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:45 AM to 2:45 PM
Bulletin Announcement Deadline: Wednesday 12:00 Noon
Prayer Line: 201-652-4277, extension 2; Fax Line: 201-652-3245
Worship Service for Sick & Homebound: 1-855-231-0914, code 218-237-7378 #
Pastor Chris email:
Church office email:
Website: www.cedarhillchurch.org
2013 ~ 2014 Council Members
Elders Deacons
Peter Steensma (HH #7) Craig Borduin (HH #1)
Ron Steiginga, Clerk (HH #9) Skip Bruining, Secretary (HH #2)
Steve Bruining (HH #1) Harrison Bruining (HH #3)
Henry Rozema (HH #3) Rob Dykstra (HH #4)
Keith Post, Assistant Clerk (HH #5) Bob Minnaard, Chairman (HH #10)
Pete Spalt (HH #8) Paul Laauwe (HH #6)
Rick Botbyl, Vice President (HH #2) Mark Anema, Treasurer (HH #7)
Paul Heerema (HH #4) David Den Hollander (HH #8)
Jeff Steiginga, President (HH #6) Craig Faber, Comptroller (HH #9) Jack Steiginga (HH #5)
Child Care (Year-round)
Ø Nursery for infants and toddlers available during all services. Main floor, library corridor.
Ø Children’s Worship (Ages 3 ~ Pre-K) meets on the lower level during the morning service. (Contact Jo-Ann Angelucci at 973-427-5443 with any questions.)
Ø Junior Church (Kindergartners and 1st graders) meets in the lower level.
Children are dismissed as a group following the Children’s Message in the morning service.
(Contact Denise Post at 201-612-9605 with any questions.)
Christian Education Hour ~ 11 AM – 12 PM (September ~ May)
Ø Sunday School (Preschool ~ Grade 8) meets in lower level classrooms.
Ø Catechism (Grades 9 ~ 12) meets in the lower level classrooms.
Ø Adult Sunday School meets in the Youth Room, main level.
(Contact Katia Faber at 201-612-8892 with any questions.)
Fellowship ~ Tuesday Night Connection (September ~ April): 1st and 3rd Tuesday evenings at 6 PM, begins with a family dinner with various youth and adult activities following.
Worship Aids ~ Tape Ministry: The Tape Ministry Table provides audio/video tapes of all services, main lobby. Assistive-Listening Devices, Large Print Bibles, and Orders of Worship are available in main lobby.
**Our ushers or greeters will gladly assist you with any questions or if you need direction**