Pine Grove Community Church

8775 E. 88th St., Howard City, MI 49329

Office phone: 231-937-5250   E-mail: office@pinegrovechurch.net   

Pastor Bill Vis phone: 231-937-6492   E-mail: PastorBill@pinegrovechurch.net

Pastor Steve Vander West phone: 231-652-7121   E-mail: PastorSteve@pinegrovechurch.net

Linda Bonnier phone: 231-937-6881 E-mail: lbonnier@hotmail.com

On the Web: www.pinegrovechurch.net

 

 

WORSHIP SERVICE

July 12, 2009 – 10:00 a.m.

 

 

Instrumental Prelude

 

 

 

*Call to Worship:      “Bless His Holy Name”

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name.

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name.

He has done great things, He has done great things,

He has done great things; bless His holy name.

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His holy name.

 

 

 

*Welcome

 

 

 

*God's Greeting and Mutual Greeting

 

 

 

*Songs of Praise:         “We Will Glorify” 

       We will glorify the King of kings; we will glorify the Lamb.

       We will glorify the Lord of lords, who is the great I AM.

       Lord Jehovah reigns in majesty; we will bow before His throne.

       We will worship Him in righteousness, we will worship Him alone.

       He is Lord of heaven, Lord of earth; He is Lord of all who live.

       He is Lord above the universe; all praise to Him we give.

       Hallelujah to the King of kings; Hallelujah to the Lamb.

       Hallelujah to the Lord of lords, who is the great I AM.

 

 

 

 

                              “You Are My All in All” 

You are my strength when I am weak,

You are the treasure that I seek;

You are my all in all.

Seeking You as a precious jewel,

Lord, to give up, I'd be a fool;

You are my all in all.

Refrain: Jesus, Lamb of God, Worthy is Your name!

              Jesus, Lamb of God, Worthy is Your name!

Taking my sin, my cross, my shame,

Rising again I bless Your name;

You are my all in all.

When I fall down, You pick me up;

When I am dry, You fill my cup;

You are my all in all.  Refrain

 

 

Ministry of Music:             “You Reign”                                           Kris Ponstein           

Prayer Concerns

     Congregational Prayer

 

Offering for Pine Grove Ministries

      Offertory Song:          “Redeemed” 

Redeemed, how I love to proclaim it!

Redeemed by the blood of the Lamb;

Redeemed through His infinite mercy,

His child, and forever, I am.

Refrain: Redeemed, redeemed,

              Redeemed by the blood of the Lamb;

              Redeemed, redeemed,

              His child, and forever, I am.

Redeemed and so happy in Jesus,

No language my rapture can tell;

I know that the light of His presence

With me doth continually dwell.  Refrain

I think of my blessed Redeemer,

I think of Him all the day long;

I sing, for I cannot be silent;

His love is the theme of my song.  Refrain

I know I shall see in His beauty

The King in whose law I delight;

Who lovingly guardeth my footsteps,

And giveth me songs in the night.  Refrain

 

Ministry of Music:     “There Will Be a Day”                                   Kris Ponstein

 

 

Scripture:  Revelation 3:14-22

14 “To the angel of the church in Laodicea write:

These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation. 15 I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth. 17 You say, ‘I am rich; I have acquired wealth and do not need a thing.’ But you do not realize that you are wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked. 18 I counsel you to buy from me gold refined in the fire, so you can become rich; and white clothes to wear, so you can cover your shameful nakedness; and salve to put on your eyes, so you can see.

19 Those whom I love I rebuke and discipline. So be earnest, and repent. 20 Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with him, and he with me.

21 To him who overcomes, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I overcame and sat down with my Father on his throne. 22 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”

 

 

Sermon:  Behold He Is Standing at the Door

 

 

Applicatory Prayer

 

 

*Hymn Response:  “The Power of Your Love”

Lord, I come to You, Let my heart be changed, renewed.

Flowing from the grace that I’ve found in you.

And Lord I’ve come to know the weaknesses I see in me

Will be stripped away by the power of Your love.

Refrain: Hold me close, let Your love surround me;

              Bring me near, draw me to your side.

              And as I wait, I’ll rise up like the eagle,

              And I will soar with You, Your Spirit leads me on

              In the power of your love.

Lord, unveil my eyes, let me see You face to face,

The knowledge of Your love as you live in me.

Lord renew my mind, as Your will unfolds in my life,

In living every day in the power of Your love!

 

 

*Benediction

 

 

 

 

*Doxology:  Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”

       Praise God from whom all blessings flow,

       Praise him all creatures here below

       Praise him above ye heavenly hosts,

       Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost.

       Amen. Amen.

 Postlude                 *If you are able, please stand

 

 

 

 

WORSHIP NOTES

Welcome! You’re among friends at Pine Grove Community Church. We’re the young and old, the experienced Christians, the brand new Christians, and those just curious about Jesus Christ. We’re families, singles, students, kids and couples. Wherever you’ve come from, and wherever you’re at, you’re welcome to come as you are to Pine Grove! Please stay for a cup of coffee or lemonade at the Family Life Center following worship.

 

Guests are requested to fill out a welcome card at the Welcome Center where you can also receive an information packet. If you are a regular attendee of Pine Grove we would like to provide you with a mailbox. Please submit your request to the church office.      

                          God bless you and your family.

 

Nursery care is offered during the a.m. service in the Church Basement for infants and toddlers through age 3. Please honor the age limit. Please meet your child(ren) at the nursery area immediately following worship.

 

All children age 3-7 are invited to join Children’s Worship which takes place during the church service. Please honor the age limit. Parents: please bring your children to the Children’s Worship room in the church basement prior to the service, and pick them up at the same location after the service. Please enter through the lower level of the church building.

 

Special thanks to Pastor Chad Pierce as he brings the ministry of the Word; and to Kris Ponstein as she brings the ministry of music to our morning service. May you be blessed by the messages they bring to us today.

 

This evening, join us for worship as Pastor Bill preaches on “The Power of Living with Hope” from Romans 5:1-5. The Rich Guys will be leading us in praise with the Ministry of Music. Offering will be received for Cary Christian Center.

 

All songs are reprinted with permission by CCLI #649460.

                                               

CHURCH FAMILY

Pine Grove expresses condolences to Ken and Vicki Postma regarding the death of Ken’s sister, Carol Sweetman who passed away on June 26. Please pray for peace and comfort for the entire family.

 

Glenn Engelsman underwent a prostate cancer biopsy on Friday and is awaiting resultsPray for good results.

 

Ken DeYoung has an elevated PSA and will be offered treatment options later this weekPray for wisdom as decisions must be made.

                                                                                                                       

YOUTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sr. High Youth Group: Meet at church on July 24 at 12:45 p.m. to spend the day at the Scholtens. We will be returning to church at 10:00 p.m. Evening meal will be provided.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

If you make a decision during this service to accept Jesus Christ as your Savior, please stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a YES pack. This pack is designed to help you get started on your walk with Christ.

 

Coffee after the morning service will be in the Family Life Center.

 

This morning’s offering will be for Pine Grove Ministries. Next week’s offerings will be received for Pine Grove Ministries and Pine Grove’s Family Life Center in the morning. Evening offering will be for Crossroads.

 

Next Sunday, a second offering will be received for the Pine Grove Family Life Center.

 

Last week’s offering totals: Pine Grove Ministries, $2,721.00; Family Life Center, $4,136.42; Benevolence, $260.00; Piano Fund, $40.00; Summer Worship, $1,955.99; Food Truck, $50.00; Sports Camp, $1,550.00. Thank you very much for your generous giving.

 

Sports Camp went great! We averaged 80 children and along with having a lot of fun we had a chance to present the story of Jesus. Thanks to all the volunteers and a special thanks to our sponsors: Gerrit’s Appliance, Owen-Ames-Kimball Co., Bill’s Produce Antique Trucks, Inspection Measurement Company, Midwest Seating Solutions, Inc., and Graphic Arts Service & Supply, Inc.

 

THE LORD’S SUPPER will be commemorated next Sunday, July 19. We prepare our hearts this week to receive the love of God poured out in Jesus Christ.

 

Cross Roads will meet at the Vander West’s home on Wednesdays, July 22 & 29 and Sunday, August 9 at 7:00 p.m.

 

A Farewell Potluck Dinner for the Vander West’s is scheduled for Wednesday evening, August 12. If you are planning on attending, please sign-up on the sheet provided at the Welcome Tent. Meat, rolls, beverages and table service will be provided. If your last name begins with A – J, please bring a large dessert; if your last name begins with K – Z, please bring a large salad. Deadline for sign up is Sunday, July 26.

 

Pictorial Directory – There are packets of four new pages of new members and friends in the mailboxes in the church lobby for those who have a mailbox, and at the Welcome Tent for those who have a directory but no mailbox. Also, there are packets of new pages at the Welcome Tent for those who have a directory but haven’t received the new pages distributed last September through May.

The Alpha Course is being planned to start in September. It will be held Thursday evenings for twelve weeks and include supper, video and discussion. Start thinking about who you know that has questions about the Christian Faith. This is a great opportunity to bring friends and family into a non-threatening learning environment. The class is for everyone whether you are a new Christian or have been a Christian for years. Information is at the welcome booth. 

Prayer Shawls and Quilts are available for anyone that needs to be covered in prayer. Please make a point of contacting Judi Brown, Lola Osterbaan or Jeanne Stormes for access and possession of a prayer shawl or quilt.

 

Prayer Meeting – “Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind be alert and always keep praying for the Saints.  Ephesians 6 :18. Come join us in the Prayer Room in the Family Life Center every Sunday morning at 8:45 or whenever you can come. Feel free to walk in anytime and leave when you need to. Please call Cheryl Hubers, 231-937-4895, or Pastor Steve, 231-652-7121, with your prayer requests.

 

Spring cleaning? Items are now being collected for the Annual GEMS / Cadet Tent Sale, scheduled for July 24 & 25. If you have anything you’d like to donate as you do your spring cleaning this season, please bring them to the Cadet area of the Family Life Center, or contact Tom Slendebroek, 231-937-6455 if you need assistance transporting items.

 

SEVERE WEATHER POLICYIn the event of a tornado watch or warning or a severe thunderstorm warning for Newaygo or Montcalm County, no service will be held. In the event of a severe thunderstorm watch, the service will be held, and weather conditions will be closely monitored.

 

Church Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Feel free to contact Pastor Bill at his home office anytime: 231-937-6492

Serving This Sunday July 12

Ministry of Word: a.m. Rev. Chad Pierce

                            p.m. Pastor Bill Vis

Nursery: Linda Warner, Shelly Kamp

Coffee Servers: Gary & Lavonne Kanis, Ron & Mary Bailey

Serving Next Sunday July 19

Ministry of Word: a.m. Pastor Bill Vis

                            p.m. Pastor Steve Vander West

Nursery: Kris Frain, Jim Brigham, Devin Flint

Coffee Servers: Ed & Deb Buikema, Richard & Judi Brown

Church Calendar                                           

Today:  Prayer Meeting, 8:45 a.m.

              Morning Worship, 10:00 a.m.

              Evening Worship, 6:00 p.m.

Saturday – Saturday: Kentucky Mission Trip

Tuesday: Golf Scramble, 9:00 a.m.

Sunday: Prayer Meeting, 8:45 a.m.

               Morning Worship, 10:00 a.m.

               Evening Worship, 6:00 p.m.