KINDERHOOK REFORMED CHURCH WORSHIP SERVICES JANUARY 25, 2015

 “To Know Christ and to Make Him Known”

Rev. Rudy Visser, Pastor

Rev. Tom McCrossan, Guest Preacher

Director of the Men's Shelter and Guest Services, and Assistant Chaplain,

City Mission of Schenectady

.A warm welcome to visitors.  We invite you to sign our Guest Book in the entranceway  and fill out a pew card and place it in the offering plate.

8:30 A.M.  CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP

  Announcements, The Lord’s Greeting, and Morning Prayer

*Morning Praise

  Scripture Message – The Sermon on the Mount               The Message, Matthew 5 - 7

  Prayer of Thanks

  Offering and Prayer of Blessing

  Intercessory Prayer

*Closing Hymn

*Benediction

10 A.M. CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP

All are invited to enjoy refreshments and fellowship downstairs following Worship.

Ushers:  Dave Ennis, Will Ferguson, Chuck Rothermel, Andrew Welcome

Greeter(s):                        Preschool Nursery available downstairs.

  Prelude, Announcements, and God’s Greeting

Drawing Near To God

  Call to Worship  (Responsive)  Based on Psalm 62
       LEADER:  God of unfailing love, with confidence we gather to worship and praise you;
       PEOPLE:  We trust you, O God, and have confidence

       in your promise of security, refuge and love.
LEADER:  For God alone our souls wait in expectation,

for our hope is from God.
       PEOPLE:  God alone is our rock and our salvation; we will not be shaken.

LEADER:  Our God sends deliverance and honor.

       PEOPLE:  Like a mighty rock, God is our refuge.

LEADER:  Trust in God always, for God is power and grace.

       PEOPLE:  Steadfast love belongs to you, O Lord.

LEADER:  Brothers and sisters, praise the Lord!

       PEOPLE:  The Lord’s name be praised!

Turning Our Hearts to God

*Hymn of Invitation #472                                                    Grace Greater Than Our Sin

[Moment of Silent Prayer]

  Call to New Obedience (Responsive)                                              The Holy Scriptures

First of all you must understand this, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, because no prophecy ever came by human will, but men and women moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.   

                                                                                                                      2 Peter 1:20, 21

All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work. 

                                                                                                          2 Timothy 3:16 ,17

Indeed, the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing until it divides soul from spirit, joints from marrow; it is able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart.                                    Hebrews 4:12

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For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, so that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.

Romans 15:4

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Open my eyes, so that I may behold wondrous things out of your law. Give me understanding, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart.

Psalm 119:105, 18, 34

The Lord exists forever; your word is firmly fixed in heaven.  The grass withers, the flower fades; but the word of our God will stand forever.

Psalm 119:89; Isaiah 40:8

Allowing God to Shape Us

  Children’s Message and Prayer of Blessing  (Unison)

Father in Heaven, establish these children firmly in your word, and bless them with the righteous living and freedom that come from faith in Jesus Christ and from obedience and discipleship to his truth.  Amen.

  Prayer for Illumination

  Scripture Message – The Sermon on the Mount               The Message, Matthew 5 - 7

  Prayer of Blessing

  Hymn #311                                                                   God Has Spoken by His Prophets

  Offering/Offertory

*Doxology and Offertory Prayer (Unison)

Heavenly Father, with glad and eager hearts we lay our offerings before you. Sanctify them for the work of proclaiming your word, bringing honor and glory to the name and Gospel of Christ, and building his kingdom.  Amen. 

  Pastoral Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer

*Hymn of Exhortation #700                                                           We Are God's People 

*Benediction, Blessing, and Response Hymn    My Friends May You Grow in Grace

  My friends, may you grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior.

My friends, may you grow in grace, and in the knowledge of Jesus Christ.

To God be the glory, now and forever, now and forever, amen. (2x)

  Postlude     

Greetings Everyone,

      Just wanted to send along a quick reminder and invitation to all to next month's First Friday potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. Friday, February 6, served in the Kinderhook Reformed Church fellowship room. Everyone is welcome, so even if you don't cook, or don't have time to, please come and enjoy the good food and fellowship.  There is always more than enough for everyone to have a hearty meal, and we hope to see you there!  

                                                                         Blessings, Your Outreach Ministry Team!

REMEMBER TO PRAY FOR

• those who do not know Christ or who are struggling in their faith, especially Diane, that she will come to know the Lord.
• KRC programs & projects and those planning & administering them: adult and children’s Sunday School; KRC’s youth; small group ministries; adult Bible studies; Community Prayer Group; outreach programs. 
• KRC’s Consistory members and administrative ministries, chairpersons, and supporting members.
• our military men & women, their families, and friends, that they may know God’s presence, protection, and peace.
• survivors of warfare, terrorism, violence, and natural and other disasters worldwide, especially the families of the recent terrorist victims in France, and the people of Niger in the wake of the violent protests against the Charlie Hebdoe magazine depictions of Mohammed. Pray for an end to the violence and persecution, for safety of Christians in Niger and throughout the world, and for protection of homes, churches, and businesses.
• our state and national leaders, that God will grant them the leadership skills, wisdom, and the personal protection needed to govern effectively and safely.
• those, especially children, suffering poverty and hunger; abuse; exploitation; neglect; family hostility.
• families and friends grieving the death of loved ones.
• Alan Dick, now at home and recovering well from his recent hospitalization.  Alan, Noreen, and family thank all of you for all of your prayers.
• Stan Bertram, Joy's father, recovering at home following a recent hospitalization and regaining strength daily.
• Doris Schmieder, Claudia March's mother, as she adjusts to the move from her apartment in Hudson to a health care facility. 
• those battling or recovering from cancer: Zoe Covey; Andy; Lucy B. and Rodrigo; Jean; Edward Giordano; Glen Simmons; 2-year-old Logan; Sandy; Bridget; Charlie Ropollo; Donna Scalera.
• those awaiting test results or surgery; recovering from surgery, injury, or illness; chronically ill; or in hospice care: Scott Calhoun; Baby Emma; Paul Varga; Floyd Haber; Dick Van Alstyne; Alan Dick; Jane Smith; Blanche Rogers; Liz Carroll; Ruth Edge; Laurie (Dunham) Maul; Florence Rivera.
• those facing challenges, stressful circumstances, and difficult decisions: Jim, in need of job opportunities; Greg L; Bill and Abby, in need of many special prayers; Craig Johnson; Holly and Marc Morales; those facing the challenges of their college education - pray that God will bless them with wisdom in all of the many choices, and decisions that they are facing; Libby Little.
• those who are traveling,  especially: Jim and Nancy Baker, returning from Colorado; Pastor Rudy, Elize, Annake, and Liezl visiting family and friends in South Africa.
• reassurance and peace for our loved ones who are nearing the close of this life; those caring for the elderly, displaced, disabled, or ill.
• Residence-bound members Gordie Van Buren, Murray Leonardson, Joan Van Alstyne.

Regular updates are needed on the progress or condition of all individuals on our prayer and praise lists, especially those whose names are in bold type.  Please forward this information, as well as new praise and prayer requests, to krc@fairpoint.net or call Paul at 859-4158. 

REMEMBER TO THANK & PRAISE GOD FOR

• Pastor Rudy Visser, our Spirit-filled minister and leader of vision. Praise God also that Pastor Rudy, Elize, and kids are relaxing and enjoying the benefits of family, friends, and balmy weather in South Africa!
• those men and women who have served or are now serving our country, and those who have sacrificed their well-being and lives for the peace & liberties we enjoy.
• all His provisions for our basic life needs, and the wonderful ways God shows His love to us, especially during difficult times.
• the many dedicated and hard-working friends and members of the Kinderhook Reformed Church Family who serve on Consistory, church ministries, and committees; teach Sunday School; lead Youth Group, Bible studies, and prayer group; organize and carry out special church events; prepare food, serve, and clean up for coffee hours, receptions, and dinners; and who are always ready to offer whatever help and support they can to those in need.

HAPPY JANUARY BIRTHDAY

  Paul Clause (2^nd), Libby Little (2^nd), Kari Anne Powell (2^nd),

 Harriet Simpkins (2^nd), Robert Carroll (12^th), Jennifer Jennings (19^th),

Stacey Baker (20^th), Noreen Dick (22^nd), Sug Hawver (27^th), Jean Skipper (29^th), 

William Carroll (31^st), Ainsley Clinton (31^st)

Crazy Daisy florist shop, long-time supplier of our fresh-cut flowers, is closing its doors.  However, we have our own vases available for displaying flowers on the pulpit, and Dawn Van Buren has volunteered, for the time being, to provide flower arrangements for those who wish to donate them in memory of loved ones or in celebration of special occasions.  Please contact Dawn for details.

~NOTE FROM EDDY HEALTH ALERT, ST. PETER’S HEALTH PARTNERS~

Dear KRC Family and Friends,

       With this new year, Eddy Health Alert, part of St. Peter’s Partners, introduces new technology with REDUCED pricing!  We all want our loved ones, neighbors, and friends to be safe – home and away from home.  Please call 833-1040 to learn about the new equipment that is now available and its advantages.  

                                                                      Kathleen Leonard, Program Manager