ORDER of WORSHIP
November 16, 2014 – 9:30 A.M.
SERVICE OF INTRODUCTION
Prelude: Dot Faasse, accompanist
Welcome
Call to Worship
*God’s Greeting / Mutual Greeting
*Songs of Praise:
“Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” ~ Psalter Hymnal #253:1,2,4
“Crown Him With Many Crowns” ~ Psalter Hymnal #410
SERVICE OF FAITH
Statement of Faith: Our World Belongs to God #31 (in unison)
All: God gives this world many ways to know Him. The creation shows His power and majesty. He speaks through prophets, poets, and apostles, and, most eloquently, through the Son. The Spirit, active from the beginning, moved human beings to write the Word of God and opens our hearts to God’s voice.
Song: “Spirit of the Living God” ~ Psalter Hymnal #424
Moment for Missions: Prayer Card from Home Missions
Prayer for Our Service as Missionaries
Statement of Dedication: Our World Belongs to God #30 (in unison)
All: The Spirit gathers people from every tongue, tribe, and nation into the unity of the body of Christ. Anointed and sent by the Spirit, the church is thrust into the world, ambassadors of God’s peace, announcing forgiveness and reconciliation, proclaiming the good news of grace. Going before them and with them, the Spirit convinces the world of sin and pleads the cause of Christ. Men and women, impelled by the Spirit, go next door and far away, into science and art, media and marketplace—every area of life—pointing to the reign of God with what they do and say.
SERVICE OF THE WORD
Children’s Message: Pastor Chris
(Children are dismissed to Junior Church)
Scripture: Acts 17:16~34 (pp. 1723)
Sermon: “Engaging the Swirling Spiritualties of Our Times” ~ Pastor Chris
* Song of Response: “I Serve a Risen Savior” ~ Psalter Hymnal #405
SERVICE OF GRATITUDE
Offerings: 1st: Cedar Hill Ministries; 2nd: Building Fund
Offertory Prayer
Announcements
Prayer of Congregation
* Song of Praise: “In Christ Alone”
SERVICE OF DISMISSAL
* God’s Blessing
* Response of Praise: “He Is Lord” ~ Psalter Hymnal #633
* Moment of Meditation/Postlude
*You are invited to stand, if you are able.
~With reverence and respect to God, please turn off all electronic devices prior to entering the sanctuary~
Sermon Notes:
Acts 17:16-34—Paul Preaching to the Elites
“The What:” All of us are missionaries. We carry a message
How: Contextualization—Building Bridges between the world and the gospel.
Paul’s Heart (v.16-17)
Do idolatrous things in our communities make us scoff or run away? Or do they break our hearts and prompt us to engage?
Paul engages in dialogue.
à You will not get an audience with someone if you are only talking at a person.
Paul’s Message (v.22-29)
Preaching the gospel both Confronts & Completes the cultural expectations.
Paul’s Impact (v.18-21 & 32-34)
Is Paul “the babbler” successful in this missional pit-stop??
God is bigger than their notions and is near.
-Jesus demonstrates God’s judgment of the world through the Resurrection.
-The Areopagus was devoted to the idea that there was no resurrection!
-Scoffing is not a bad response = understanding of the ramifications of the resurrection.
*Do we live in a way that demonstrates the reality of the resurrection?
WELCOME
We welcome you to Sunday Worship at Cedar Hill CRC and are glad you are with us this morning. If you are a visitor, please see the back of the bulletin for information about our church and 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
November 16 ~ 9:30 AM: Pastor Chris will give a message on Acts 17:16~34, “Engaging the Swirling Spiritualties of Our Times.”
6:00 PM: We will join together in worship with our sister churches at Faith Community CRC.
November 23 ~ 9:30 AM: Pastor Chris will give a message on Acts 20:17~38, “Leadership for the Church”. We will have the pleasure of witnessing the baptism of Ava Ryleigh, daughter of Matt and Vicky Di Leo.
5:00 PM: We will join together in worship with our sister churches at Midland Park CRC’s Community Thanksgiving Service and Pot Luck.
November 27 ~ 10 AM: Thanksgiving Day. Pastor Chris will give a message on Psalm 100, “Singing Our Thanks.”
WORSHIP SERVICE INFORMATION
This Week – November 16, 2014
OFFERINGS: 1st: Cedar Hill Ministries; 2nd: Building Fund
GREETERS: Welcome Team #3
USHERS: Jared Post, Harold Post, Ted Faber
NURSERY: Infant: Sara Heerema; Toddler: Jessica Faber
CH/JR CHURCH: Caitlin Shurminsky/Rebecca Martin and Greta Botbyl
Next Week – November 23, 2014
OFFERINGS: 1st: Cedar Hill Ministries; 2nd: Scholarship Fund
GREETERS: Welcome Team #4
USHERS: Pete Ten Kate, Sr., Marilyn Chickey, Joe Chickey
NURSERY: Infant: Kristen Borduin; Toddler: Chanel Borduin
CH/JR CHURCH: Jenn Anema/Brenda Strasser and Roesha Andre
CEDAR HILL CHURCH
PASTOR NOTES
Glocal Conference: On November 17-19, a Glocal Church Summit in Los Angeles, will take place. Participants will be exploring “How can our churches today face new opportunities and challenges to be missional and gloal? How can we rediscover our identity as people of God sent into the world, into our neighbors as gospel witnesses? www.glocalchurch.net
Free Webinar: On Wednesday, November 19, at 12 PM, the FREE, one hour seminar will be on “Listening Prayer”, presented by Mary Sterenberg. Learn how to recognize the voice of God while we explore the many ways God speaks in scripture and still speaks today. Go to www.crcna.org/webinars.
COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE/POT LUCK SUPPER
The evening service next Sunday, November 23, will be the Annual Community Thanksgiving Service at Midland Park CRC, beginning at 5 PM. A potluck supper will follow the service. If you plan to attend, call the MPCRC church office at 201-445-4260 to sign up and what dish you will bring.
THANKSGIVING SERVICE
Our Thanksgiving Day service will be held on Thursday, November 27, beginning at 10 AM.
FAITH PROMISE PLEDGES
In your church mailbox is the information for our Faith Promise Pledge Drive. Prayerfully consider your monthly support of our missionaries and return the card TODAY.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
COUNCIL NOTES
Household Groups: The Council has been working on consolidating the HH Groups to more clearly reflect the congregation. We have decreased the number of groups to 7, to match the number of Elders and Deacons, and have also consolidated and realigned the mailboxes. Both lists are posted in the narthex. The HH Groups are effective immediately; however, the new mailbox numbers will take effect on December 1. In your current mailbox is a note with your Elder/Deacon and your new mailbox number. Copies of the HH Group list are available at the welcome center or notify the church office for a copy. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Rick Botbyl.
LADIES COFFEE BREAK
Coffee Break will be held this Tuesday, November 18, beginning with coffee at 9:30 AM. We will continue Lesson 10, “Up, Leave, Go!” from Exodus 12:31~13:16. All ladies are invited—bring a friend or neighbor!
WEDNESDAY AM PRAYER TIME
Join us Wednesday morning at 6:15 AM in the youth room for a time of prayer for our church, its leaders, members, and our community. “Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving.” Colossians 4:2.
TUESDAY NIGHT CONNECTION
Join us this Tuesday, November 18 for TNC. A family meal is served at 6 PM, followed by GEMS, Cadets, and Bible Study. We will continue our study of Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Our Women of Faith group will be continuing their study of Joyce Meyer’s Battlefield of the Mind. Invite a neighbor! All are welcome.
CADETS
Cadets will meet this Tuesday, at 6:45 PM. Questions? Call Chris Borduin at 201-263-9098 or .
Christmas Wreaths: The annual wreath sale has begun. The cost is $20 each. Orders can be given to any Cadet or by contacting Chris Borduin.
MP SENIOR CRUSADERS
The Senior Crusaders will be leave from Faith Reformed in MP on Wednesday, November 19, at 9:45 AM for their trip to Hunterdon Playhouse.
The Senior Crusaders will be having their Christmas Program and Luncheon on December 3, at 10:30 AM at Faith Reformed.
HEADED TO CALVIN?
Headed to Grand Rapids for the holidays? We are in the process of archiving historical documents which need a ride to Calvin College. Contact Ron Steiginga at 973-423-2215 if you can help--it is greatly appreciated.
YOUTHQUEST NEWS
Go M.A.D. (5th & 6th Grades):
Regular Meeting: Join us on Friday, December 5 from 7 ~ 9:30 PM. Hope you will join us for the fun!
Heirborne (7th & 8th Grades):
Apple Pie Sale: On Saturday, November 22, Heirborne members should arrive at 8 AM at MPCRC to help slice and peel apples. See the order form in the bulletin if you still want to order an apple pie—pie pick up is at 1 PM.
Regular Meeting: Join us at Cedar Hill on Wednesday, November 26 from 7 ~ 9 PM—for snacks, games, worship, and conversation about God and the world around us.
LinC (9th through 12th Grades):
Regular Meeting: Mark your calendars for November 23 from 6 ~ 8:30 PM at Faith Community’s Barn. We will have dinner, play games, worship, and conversation. We will have a special guest—Jill Fenske (the poet) will be back to share and help us become poets. Please note if you are not a fan of poetry, this is not your average poetry. Bring your friends—everyone in high school is welcome!!
Winter Retreat: The flyer is posted on the LinC page, or contact Denise at 862-221-2014 or email at .
New York City Trip: On December 13, from 2~9 PM (ish), students need to RSVP to Denise by November 23. If you do not have the information flyer, check the website.
A CULTURE OF PRAYER
‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.
And pray for us, too . . .” Colossians 4:2
NOVEMBER 16, 2014
DIRECTORY UPDATE ~
The following are new phone numbers: Paul Laauwe 201-803-7432 Kathy Laauwe 201-803-6270. Please update your church directory.
PRAY FOR COMFORT ~
We extend our sincere Christian sympathy to James Van Wieren, Diane and Anthony Monterisi, and all extended family on the passing of Grace Van Wieren, on Friday, November 7. We pray that God will comfort and sustain this family as well as all those who mourn the loss of loved ones.
PRAY FOR SAFETY ~
Pray for Melissa Borduin as she travels to Los Angeles, California, tomorrow for the Glocal Church Summit. Pray for safety in her travels and for her to glean good and useful knowledge at the Summit.
PRAY FOR ONGOING CONCERNS ~
Kassie Borduin Ben Kuipers Gert Troast
John Winters Elsie Vander Weit
OUR HOMEBOUND & THEIR CAREGIVERS ~
Huberta Smith Jim Van Wieren David De Koek
Edith Fylstra Kathleen Jacobs John De Vries
PRAY FOR OUR CHURCH FAMILY ~
Brian Zuidema
Jacqueline Zuidema
Roosevelt, Regine, Roesha, Reilley, and Keyna Andre
Mark, Jennifer, Luke, and Hailey Anema
David, JoAnn, Gabriella, and Gianna Angelucci
PRAYER LINES ~ Call 201-652-4277, ext. 2, to hear the prayer line, which is updated as needed on Friday afternoons. You can also check our denominational prayer requests at 888-CRC-PRAY or www.crcna.org/pray.
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 of Edison and Rev. EunBoem Kim. Also, pray for Open Door Fellowship of East Harlem, New York, and Pastor Johnny Acevedo.
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Our God is God ~ He does not change;
His truth, His love, remain each day the same,
He is faithful to His matchless name,
For God is God ~ He does not change. ~D. De Haan
PRAY FOR HACKENSACK/HUDSON CHURCH PLANTS . . .
This week at Cedar Hill Church
November 16 ~ November 22, 2014
SUNDAY
9:30 AM ~ Worship Service (Sanctuary)
11:00 AM ~ Sunday School, Catechism, Adult Sunday School
12:30 PM ~ NJ Faith Church (Sanctuary & Fellowship Hall)
4:30 PM ~ Kingdom Kids Choir Rehearsal (Basement)
6:00 PM ~ Joint worship at Faith Community CRC
MONDAY
8:00 PM ~ Barbershop Chorus (Fellowship Hall)
TUESDAY
9:00 AM ~ BSF Leader’s Meeting (Council Room)
9:30 AM ~ Coffee Break Bible Study (Deacon Room)
6:00 PM ~ Tuesday Night Connection Family Dinner
6:45 PM ~ Cadets (Cadet Room), GEMS, Bible Study
8:45 PM ~ NJ Faith Church (Sanctuary)
WEDNESDAY
6:15 AM ~ Wednesday Morning Prayer Time (Youth Room)
9:00 AM ~ Bible Study Fellowship (Entire Church)
THURSDAY
7:00 PM ~ Parkinson’s Support Group (Fellowship Hall)
7:30 PM ~ Worship Team (Sanctuary)
FRIDAY
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
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