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ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
MINISTRIES IN OUR CHURCH
Chairman
Steve Booy
Cadets
Peter Overgaauw
Vice-Chair
Stewart VanSchepen
Catechism
Peter Beimers
Vice-All
Andrew Streutker
Church School
Cora Kroondijk
Clerk
Tim Bentum
Coffee Break
Amanda Pasma
Deacons
Grace VandenDool
Vincent DeBoer
Young Adults
Mark Sikma
SHEPHERDING ELDERS
Friendship
Sara Verkuyl/Sylvia VanSchepen
Ward 1
Jelle DeVries
GEMS
Linda Haverkamp/Wendy deVries
Ward 2
Ralph Haverkamp
Library
Ada DeVor
Ward 3
Walt DeRuiter
Nursery
Janelle Markvoort/Annette Voogd
Ward 4
Henry Scheerhoorn
Pastor’s Class
Rev. Daryl Meijer
Ward 5
John Joosse
Praise Team
Rebecca Sol
Ward 6
Ted VanderKooi
Sunday School
Alicia Mulder/Marcia Horinga/Pat Schepers
Ward 7
Terryl deVries
Ushers
Justin Mulder
Ward 8
Arie Markvoort
Youth Group
Gilbert Markvoort/Brenda Sol
Ward 9
Jan Idema
RADIO/TV MINISTRY
Ward 10
Gabriel Ionitoiu
Back to God Ministries International
YOUTH ELDERS Peter Beimers, Raymond Bentum, Mark Sikma
Every Sunday
Dial CHAM 820AM – 8:00AM
DEACONS
www.groundworkonline.com
Chair
Grace Vanden Dool
Vice-All
Linda Klingenberg (Disability Rep)
Kids Corner
Treasurer
John Ysselstein Jr.
Saturdays CJFH 94.3FM – 8:00am
Secretary
Derek Booy
www.kidscorner.net
WR/CRWM
John Mulder Jr.
CCDC/Tuition
Lloyd Bylsma
BACK TO GOD HOUR REP
Gus and Fenny VanStraten
Admin.Council
Vincent DeBoer
CANADIAN BIBLE SOCIETY REP
Dave and Ina Sanders
Refugee Rep
Walt Neutel (Op Sharing)
Audio
Derek Booy
Steve Booy
John Joosse
Nick Overgaauw
Terry Sol
Stewart VanSchepen
Video
Jonathan Bentum
Christopher Beimers
Rick Kiers
Chad Pasma
Rebecca Sol
Sylvia VanSchepen
Business/Counting Committees
Shep Ysselstein (IC)
Vincent DeBoer (L)
Ben DeBeer
Peter DeBoer
Joleen Mulder
Tony Overzet
Nellie Bergman
Minnie Huinink
Marlene Lendvay
Henrietta Mulder
Wilma Overgaauw
Fred Ranter
Randy Sol
Annette Toms
Stiena VanBoven
Henrietta Welbourn
Fellowship Team
Kristin Klein (IC)
Stewart VanSchepen (L)
Nellie Bergman
Henrietta Mulder (S)
Irene Nugteren
Glen Sikma
Clara Thomson
Henrietta Welbourn
Greg Wilson
Fusion Team
Chris Voskamp (C)
Sonya Neutel (S)
Grace VandenDool (L)
MARANATHA
CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
735 FRONTENAC CRES, WOODSTOCK, ON N4V 0B1
TELEPHONE: 519-539-5301
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.maranathacrcwoodstock.com
APRIL 12, 2015
Maranatha CRC’s purpose is:
Helping people to grow in Jesus Christ by celebrating God’s grace
Safe Church Team
Nathan Huinink (C)
Andrew Streutker (L)
Lisa Schaafsma
Peter Schepers (S)
Rebecca Streutker
Worship Coordinating Team
Marianne Idema/Tony Schaafsma (C)
Tim Bentum (L)
Chad Pasma (S)
Michelle Meijer
Rebecca Sol
Evelyn Tilstra
Helen Ysselstein
Pastor:
Rev. Daryl Meijer – Office: 519-539-5638
Email: [email protected]
Ministry Coordinator:
Mrs. Kristin Klein – Office: 539-5301/226-228-7446
Email: [email protected]
Missionary Support:
Joseph & Robinah Mutebi – World Renew
Josiah & Sarah Bokma – Christian Reformed World Missions
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY ALARM
Please leave the building by the closest exits.
Parents: Your children will be taken by their teachers out of their classrooms via their
closest exits. Please meet your children outside the building.
Clerk: Mr. Tim Bentum 519-421-7157
Custodians: Mrs. Jennifer Beimers 226-777-1344
Mrs. Lindsay Horinga 519-456-5972
Secretary/Treasurer: Mrs. Sharon Kiers 519-539-5301
If you would like a copy of the service please contact the office.
Please have bulletin announcements in by Thursday noon.
We have come into His House
to worship Him.
elcome to all those who are worshipping with us today. We extend a special welcome to
those who are visiting. We pray that our worship and fellowship will encourage you and all of us
in our daily walk with the Lord. Please join us for fellowship and coffee in the gymnasium after the
morning service. May God bless Rev. Daryl Meijer in the preaching of the Word this day. Our weekly
church newsletter is available at the Welcome Centre. Songbooks, regular & large print, are available
from the ushers.
NEXT WEEK AM Gil Clelland
PM Rev. Daryl Meijer
OFFERINGS Today – World Renew Refugee Sunday/Budget Next Week –Edu-Deo Ministries/Budget
Received Apr 5/15 – Church Ministries $9,713 Christian Reformed Home Missions $1,416.60
We gratefully acknowledge your support of our church, our denomination and various ministries!
CHURCH FAMILY – Prayer Notes
**Murray Dyk angioplasty procedure did not go ahead as planned due to complications, but doctors are
optimistic and plan to try the procedure again in a month or two. Pray that Murray can be at peace,
knowing that he is in the care of his Lord and the prayers of His people.
**We pray for Janet and Jake Bentum as they await the results of a CT scan performed this past week.
Doctors discovered cancer during a hysterectomy two months ago, but a scope last week showed her
stomach clear of cancer. We hope and pray for the Lord's healing, and for peace of heart and mind.
**Symen DeBoer is back home after doctors have told him there is little they can do for his lymphoma,
which has returned, only months after chemotherapy and stem cell treatments. Symen and Alie are
encouraged by our prayers, and we continue to ask God to give healing and comfort.
**Liz Sikma sustained a broken bone in her hand last Sunday morning while falling on an icy sidewalk on
her way to church. She has been wearing a cast and awaiting word from doctors about whether surgery
might be needed. We pray for health, rest, and a speedy recovery!
**Due to their health, Mrs. Jacoba Batterink, Mr. Andy Berghuis, Mrs. Anna DeJager, Mr. & Mrs. Hank &
Jean Meyer, Mrs. Tina Schut, Mr. & Mrs. Klaas & Liz Slik and Mr. Albert Wesselink are unable to join us
for worship services. Please support them with prayer and encouragement.
All that we are and all that we have is a gift from God! Think of your family, your friends, your
talents and abilities – these are all gifts from God. We aren’t really owners of anything, we are
merely “stewards” of the gifts God has blessed us with.
April 14 – Mr. Jack Pool
April 21 – Mrs. Lammy DeRuiter
NEXT WEEK’S COLLECTION – Edu-Deo Ministries
EduDeo Ministries is a Canadian, Christian, mission organization that serves children in developing
countries with quality education rooted in a Biblical worldview. Our vision is to see every community
transformed by the Gospel. We promote sustainable schools by partnering long-term with school
associations and ministries that share our vision. To learn more go to edudeo.com.
Our collection was going to be for the Canadian Christian Education Foundation and as of January 1,
2015 they have merged with Edu-Deo Ministries.
TODAY:
Elder in Charge: Mr. Terryl deVries
Usher in Charge: Mr. Fred Ranter
Ushers: F. Ranter, A. DeBoer, A. DeVor, P. Vandersar
Audio: T. Sol
Computer: J. Bentum
Library: Rebecca, Betty
Welcome Centre: Irene
Coffee Servers: Fam. P. Voskamp, Fam. F. Aukema
Main Door Greeters: Fam. D. Lendvay East Side Door Greeters: Fam. A. Kuiken
Nursery: Parent of the Month – Shannon Bylsma
AM Floater: Genevieve Ysselstein
Infants: Irene Nugteren, Patti Reyneveld
Toddlers: Rebecca Streutker, Sylvia VanSchepen, Naomi Beimers
PM Sylvia Markvoort, Bonny Vanmeekeren
SUNDAY SCHOOL for children ages 3 – Grade 3 will be dismissed for Sunday School as written in
the order of worship. All visiting children ages 3 – 5 please pre-register at the Welcome Centre in the
front foyer before the start of church.
CHURCH SCHOOL for Grades 4-7 are dismissed following the hymn after the sermon.
Check out the GEMS Calendar to see who is celebrating birthdays
or anniversaries this week!
CHURCH SCHEDULE
Sun
Apr 12
Mon
Tues
Apr 13
Apr 14
Wed
Apr 15
Thurs
Apr 16
10:00AM WORSHIP SERVICE
4:45PM UP EVENT
7:00PM GEMS
10:00AM BOWLING FOR RETIRED & SEMI-RETIRED at C&D Lanes
7:30PM ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL MEETING
9:45AM COFFEE BREAK
7:00PM PRAYER MEETING
7:30PM YOUTH GROUP
11:00AM OASIS (see newsletter)
THE UNSHAKEABLE PROMISE – EVENING EVENT
Join us this evening for our multi-generational evening program from 4:45-6:45pm. As we finish with this
unit about the covenants God has made with His people and with us we will focus on Pentecost. We will
begin with a short devotion, followed by supper which will be provided, an activity and we will finish with a
time of worship. You can still sign up for this evening if you would like to join us.
The signup sheet is on the table in the foyer
April 12, 2015 – Morning Worship Service – 10:00AM
Rev. Daryl Meijer
GATHERING FOR WORSHIP
Welcome
*Gathering Hymn: “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” LUYH#581
*Call to Worship: Colossians 3:1-4 (LUYH#350 – responsive reading)
*God’s Greeting
*Hymn: “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” LUYH#351:1,3,4 (GPH#568)
WE ARE RENEWED IN GOD’S GRACE
Prayer of Confession
Assurance of Pardon
Hymn of Rededication: “Refiner’s Fire” #S85
CHILDREN’S TIME
Children’s Song: Power in the Blood – VBS Song
Children ages 3 – Grade 3 leave for Sunday School
GOD SPEAKS THROUGH HIS WORD
Prayer of Illumination
Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21 (p. 1209)
Message: “LET YOURSELF BE LOVED”
*Hymn: “Not What My Hands Have Done” LUYH#624 (GPH#260)
Church School (Grades 4-7) are dismissed following this hymn
WE RESPOND WITH OUR WORDS AND ACTIONS
Congregational Prayer
Offering: World Renew Refugee Sunday/Budget
Offertory Prayer
WE LEAVE TO SERVE THE LORD
*Parting Blessing
*Doxology: “Go, My Children, with My Blessing” LUYH#946:1,3 (#S162)
Organist: Mr. John Bergman
Pianist: Mrs. Helen Ysselstein
* indicates please stand if you are able
TODAY IS REFUGEE SUNDAY!
The Christian Reformed Church in Canada has a long history of mirroring the love of God by
serving as “a refuge for the oppressed” (Psalm 9:9) through World Renew's refugee sponsorship
ministry. By praying for and supporting refugee families today, you are continuing this powerful
ministry of mercy. Thank you! With the growing refugee crisis, the needs are great—but so are
the opportunities. Please prayerfully consider how you and your church can offer hospitality and
hope to families forced from their country because of threats to their personal safety. For more
information about sponsoring a refugee and World Renew's refugee justice resources, go to
www.worldrenew.net/refugeesponsorship or contact Rebecca Walker at 905-336-2920.
A CORDIAL INVITATION IS EXTENDED TO ALL MEMBERS
To attend the CONGREGATIONAL MEETING, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, DV
7:00-8:00pm Young Peoples Dessert Social Fundraiser
Freewill donations will be accepted to be used for SERVE,
All Ontario Youth Convention and Mission Trips
8pm Meeting begins
Agendas will be in your mail folders following today’s service
COVENANT CHURCH FAMILY
**Dinie Grevers is in the process of moving to Oxford Gardens. May the Lord give her a smooth
transition, and may her new apartment feel like home soon.
MARANATHA CRC NEWSLETTER
April 12, 2015
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING – APRIL 22
Apr 15: Games Night with the Seniors
Apr 22: Dessert Social Fundraiser
Apr 29: Youth Planned Fun Night
YOUTH MISSION TO HAITI FUNDRAISER
IT’S TIME TO THINK SPRING!
A number of our youth are planning to go to Haiti for a
mission trip next year, DV.
Order deadline for the Vesey Bulbs flyer that was in your
mail folder is next Sunday, April 19! There are a variety of
items that can be ordered so check it out and plan your
gardens! Place them in the H. Kiers or R. Sol mail folder.
Thank you for supporting our Youth!
CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP SERVICES – Making a Will:
Are you one of approximately 50% of Canadians who do not
have an up-to-date Will?
> Does your Will still accurately reflect your wishes?
>Have things changed since you prepared your Will?
> Is it possible to write a Will that is a testimony of your faith?
> Do you have both a Power of Attorney for Health and
Property?
Join us at our Congregational Meeting April 22, 2015 where
CSS representative Marinus Koole will make a presentation
encouraging you to be prepared. If you are interested in
scheduling a free in home consultation with Marinus, please
contact him at (905) 562-3605 or [email protected]
FROM THE BUSINESS COMMITTEE
If you notice something that needs repair in the church
building please make a note and put it into the mailbox by
the office door. This way the Business Committee will be
aware of these items and take care of them.
CADETS PARENT/SON NIGHT – April 20
There is no Cadets tomorrow night. Parents/Guardians you
are invited to Cadets next Monday, April 20 for our end of
the season evening. We will be handing out awards and
having an auction. We will be serving pizza and
refreshments. Join us from 7-9pm.
LOST AND FOUND
Please check out the table under the coat racks across from
the mailboxes for any item you may have left here.
FROM THE DEACONS
Senior Spring Clean-Up
The Deacons will be offering our services for those in need
of assistance with Spring Clean-up. Windows, yards, or
whatever else you need help with!!
Please call one of our Deacons to get on our "service list".
Operation Sharing
Did you see CTV news on April 6 or listen to CBC April 7??
Woodstock made the news with Operation Sharing's
innovative project "Food for Friends" which assists those in
need within Oxford County. Just recently you received a
"sticker" in your mailslot to put on your credit/debit card as a
reminder to donate just 25 cents (or more) each time you
shop at participating businesses. Let’s continue to support
this worthwhile community project!!
SPRING CLEAN UP
Please join us tomorrow night, April 13, weather permitting at
6:30pm to help pick up the garbage around the church. We
will supply gloves and garbage bags. See you there!
Refreshments will be provided.
OASIS – Older Adults Sharing in Service
We meet Thursday, April 16 at 11am at Covenant Church.
“Missions in Africa” by Dora Stroobossher (VanMarrum)
there will be a slide presentation. Opportunity will be given to
support this project. Come for coffee time at 11 – you are
invited!
SCHOOL RELATED
WOODSTOCK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
SPRING FEST
Join us on April 18, 2015 from 7am-2pm at the Oxford
Auditorium on Nellis St, Woodstock. Schedule:
7–9:30am: $5 Pancake Breakfast served by WCS Staff
8am-2pm: Market Place and Games open – Coffee Corner,
Home & Garden, Flowers, Bake Table, Candy Table, lots of
vendors and a LIVE auction
WCS IS CELEBRATING 55 YEARS OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
We have a week-long celebration planned! Please join us for
the following events:
Monday, April 20 - Volunteer Appreciation Assembly: We
will have special guests with us and delicious cake to follow!
Wednesday, April 22 - Art Walk Open House: Tour our
hallways to see student artwork on display. The primary
grades will also be presenting the musical "Under God's
Sea in 3D". It will begin at 7pm in our gymnasium. God has
certainly provided us with many talented students.
Thursday, April 23 - Grand Friends Day: Please join us at
11:30am until the end of day. We will enjoy refreshments,
lunch, classrooms visits and a viewing of "Under God's Sea
in 3D". We are looking forward to seeing you there!
Please email [email protected] or call the
office if you have any questions! 519-539-1492
LONDON DISTRICT CHRISTIAN SECONDARY SCHOOL
ANNIE
The LDCSS Drama Department presents ‘Annie’ on April 1718, 24-25 at 7:30pm. Adult matinee on Wednesday, April 22
at 1pm. Tickets go on sale March 23 and are $12 each. Call
519-455-4360 or email [email protected]
REDEEMER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
th
Registration is now open for Redeemer’s 10 Annual
President’s Golf Classic Tournament on Wednesday, July
15. For more information visit www.redeemer.ca/golf
OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS
BACK TO GOD MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL
GROUNDWORK: “Jonah and the Whale” If we only
remember Jonah as an incredible fish story, we can miss the
heart of God. But if we dig into Jonah 1 & 2, we find that in it
God offers a key to following his heart and understanding the
whole Bible. Tune in and join us each week at
www.groundworkonline.com or your local radio station
Sundays Dial 820AM - 8:00am.
KIDS CORNER
“A Hero in the Making – Heroes 1” Liz decides he wants to
be a hero. When he hears about the flood in the nearby town
of Caiman City, he decides this is just the opportunity for
him! Follow the adventures of Liz and his pals every week:
www.kidscorner.net or Sat 8am CJFH 94.3FM.
FROM WORLD RENEW
Repair Flood Damaged Homes in Alberta - There are
homeowners who still need help with their homes after the
June 2013 flood. Consider volunteering with World Renew
Disaster Response Services this spring or summer to help
them return home. People skilled in construction are needed
as well as those who can be helpers and cooks. See
worldrenew.net/drs to learn more or call 800-848-5818.
DISABILITY CONCERNS CANADA SPRING CONFERENCE
We understand that if you have a hearing disability, meeting
with a large number of people and poor sound systems can
diminish the joy and learning from a conference. At Disability
Concerns, one of our aims is to make our conference as
accessible as we can. We offer ‘hearing loop’, CART
(communications access realtime translation), ASL
(American Sign Language, upon request). Come and give us
a try! Hear all about Understanding Anxiety and Depression,
and the 5 Stages: Changing Attitudes of Disability. Do you
need other accommodations? We’ll do our best to help.
Contact Heather at [email protected]. To register and for
more info go to www.crcna.org/disability for “Let’s Talk! Let’s
Listen!” on April 25, 2015 at Maranatha CRC in Woodstock.
DIVINE LADIES NIGHT OUT
Ladies! You are cordially invited to DIVINE Ladies' Night
Out, with Jason and Charmaine Brown, on Friday April 17, 79 pm. Huron Park Baptist Church (199 Berwick St) is hosting
this evening of uplifting songs, authentic stories, passionate
worship and fabulous desserts. Tickets can be purchased
online or by calling Carol Cole at 519-421-2536. $10 in
advance or $15 at the door. We're looking forward to a great
evening together and hope you will join us
TEEN CHALLENGE GALA BANQUET
Join us on Thursday, April 30 at the Four Points by Sheraton
at 1150 Wellington St, London. Doors open at 6pm and
dinner starts at 6:30pm. Tickets are $50/person by calling 1888-417-7777 x7325 or online at www.tclondon.ca
This evening will be hosted by Phil Callaway a Christian
Comedian, students will share powerful testimonies how God
is changing their lives and you will also hear the men &
women’s choir together.
BLOOD DONOR CLINIC
Saturday, April 18: 9am – noon at Maranatha CRC in the
gym. Book an appointment 1-888-236-6283 or walk in
CHRISTIAN HORIZONS – GOLDEN JUBILEE
In 2015 Christian Horizons is celebrating their Golden
Jubilee - 50 years of service. You are invited to attend our
th
London area 50 Jubilee event on April 13 at 7pm, at
Byron United Church, 420 Boler Road, London, ON. This
evening of celebration will feature the documentary
"Christian Horizons Journey: Building Communities of
Belonging". Admission is free! RSVP to Christian Horizons
South District Office 519 686 4800 ext 2225 or email
[email protected]
THANK YOU! Immanuel Christian School's 60th
Anniversary Fundraiser Gala on Mar 28 was a great
success! $14,867.47 profit was raised! All this money goes
towards the annual Fundraising goal of $80,000 which in
turn maintains family tuition rates - so on behalf of all the
families at ICS: THANK YOU!! Thank you to all those who
attended, to all those who donated, to all those who
volunteered, and to all those who made the night happen!
Praise God's Name! More pictures are up
at facebook.com/ImmanuelChristianSchoolAlumni
SERVICE ASSIGNMENTS
USHERS: Usher in Charge: Mr. Fred Ranter
Next Week: F. Ranter, A. DeBoer, J. Mulder Sr., S. Tilstra
AUDIO/COMPUTER
Next Week: J. Joosse / R. Sol
LIBRARY
Next Week: Ada, Sharon
DOOR GREETERS – Next Week
Main Door: Fam. A. Markvoort Side Door: Fam. D. Lendvay
COFFEE SERVERS
Next Week: Fam. J. Ysselstein, Fam. J. Bentum
LETTERS TO OUR MISSIONAIRIES
This Week:Fam. J. VandenDool –Joseph & Robinah Mutebi
Fam. T. VandenDool – Josiah & Sarah Bokma
Next Week:Fam. T. VanderHoek–Joseph & Robinah Mutebi
Fam. A. VanderKooi – Josiah & Sarah Bokma
Mutebi’s – c/o World Renew–Uganda, PO Box 4473,
Kampala, Uganda or email: [email protected]
Bokma’s – Centro Nehemias/Bokmas Apartado Postal 1076
Managua, Nicaragua or email: [email protected]
NURSERY Parent of the Month – Alicia Mulder
Next Week
Floater: Liesbeth DeBoer
Infants: Nettie Ionitoiu, Sonya Neutel
Toddlers: Nathan Huinink, Dianne DeVor, Brad Kiers
April 26
Floater: Annette Voogd
Infants: Shannon Bylsma, Liz Sikma
PM Jaclyn Timmerman, Heather DeBoer, Nathaniel Klein
UPCOMING EVENTS
Apr 21 – Elders Meeting
Apr 27 – Business Committee Meeting
Apr 27 – Fellowship Team Meeting
Apr 28 – Full Council Meeting
DUTCH SERVICE will be held in Ancaster CRC on April
19, 2015 at 3pm; Rev. Ralph Koops will be preaching.