Duncan Christian Reformed Church

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1 Duncan Christian Reformed Church 930 Trunk Road, Duncan, British Columbia, V9L 2S1 May 1, 2016 Forgiven, Restored, Called Pastor Henry Jonker Church Office: Home Ph Office Hours (Generally) Mondays 9 4 Thursdays 9 4 Church Office: Church Hall: Fax: Office crc.duncan@shawcable.com Church Website: Child care for infants to 3 is located in the wing to the right of the sanctuary. Sunday school children 3 years to grade 5 are dismissed part way through the service and return during the service. The prayer room is staffed before and after the morning service. Hearing assistance is available upon request from the usher.

2 10 am Worship Service Song: 10,000 Reasons Welcome/God s Greeting Song: Your Great Name Prayer Song: Oceans Profession of Faith Song: This I Believe Children s Message Prayer for the Offering Offering: Church Ministries Mountain Top on YouTube Song: You Never Let Go Congregational Prayer Ko Spyksma will bring the Message Do You Truly Love Me? From Matthew 14:18-20 (pg 1520), Luke 22:54-62 (pg 1639), John 21:15-19 (pg 1688), Romans 8:37-39 (pg 1758) Song: My Faith Looks up to Thee Song: You Never Let Go Blessing Song: My Lighthouse John 21:15-17 When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, Simon son of John, do you love me more than these? Yes, Lord, he said, you know that I love you. Jesus said, Feed my lambs. Again Jesus said, Simon son of John, do you love me? He answered, Yes, Lord, you know that I love you. Jesus said, Take care of my sheep. The third time he said to him, Simon son of John, do you love me? Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, Do you love me? He said, Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you. Jesus said, Feed my sheep. Sermon Notes:

3 Pastor Stephen will give the welcome, prayer and blessing #95- Now with Joyful Exultation #45- I Praise the King with All My Verses #195- Our God Reigns Prayer for the Offering- Pastor Stephen Offering: Operation Manna (Ministry of Canadian CRC Deacons) Offertory Hymn: #188- Praise the Lord, Sing Hallelujah 7 pm Worship Service Evening Prayer Pastor Stephen will bring the Message A Shepherd who Sings over His Flock from Psalm 96 (pg 934) #542- The Ends of All the Earth Shall Hear Blessing & Benediction Psalm 96:1-3 Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; Proclaim his salvation day after day. Declare his glory among the nations, His marvelous deeds among all peoples. Closing Hymn: #105- Trumpet the Name, Praise be to Our God, vs. 1,2,3,4 Sermon Notes:

4 Church Family In Memorian Wies K Wies passed away rather suddenly on Monday evening, April 25. She was a faithful mother, grandmother and sister in Christ who will surely be missed. A memorial service will be held here at Duncan CRC on Wednesday, May 5 at 1.00 p.m. Refreshments to follow. THANK YOU!! to "The Martha's" for their generous donation to the church library!! Your generosity is very much appreciated! Watch for new books in the library soon! Estherina & Shirley Birthdays Monday, May 2: Bradley J, Eno J, George A Wednesday, May 4: Bill N Saturday, May 7: Dianne L, Bill W Sunday, May 8: William W Services today This morning, Ko Spyksma will bring the Message and lead us in Profession of Faith. Doing Profession of Faith: Mike B, Matthew B, Danielle G, Nick K, Adam K, Ben K, Nigel R The offering this morning is for Church Ministries. Please join those doing Profession of Faith, in the Fellowship Hall after the service, for cake and fellowship. This evening, we welcome Pastor Stephen Swift. The offering this evening is for Operation Manna (Ministry of Canadian Deacons). Service next Sunday, May 8 Next Sunday morning, Pastor Henry Jonker will bring the Message and lead us in Profession of Faith. We will also celebrate the Lord s Supper. The offering next Sunday morning is for Church Ministries (and Kings College - put this in a labelled envelope). No evening service next week. J s Jottings From time to time you will see this jottings section in your church bulletin. My intent is to share thoughts and information with you in this space as is appropriate and/or necessary. With this first instalment I would like to reiterate what I said during a worship service recently. Please come and say hello when I am at the church office. I will appreciate meeting you. My rule of thumb is that if my office door is open, feel free to come in and introduce yourself. However, if it is closed, it will mean one of two things: I will either be in a time of prayer or be busy studying (yes, even us retired guys need study time!). Pastor HJ The following information will also be on the front of the bulletin every week: Pastor Henry Jonker Church office: phone # Home Ph duncancrchj@gmail.com Office Hours (Generally) Mondays 9 4 Thursdays 9 4

5 Announcements Blaze, Spirit, Blaze... set our hearts on fire meets Sunday morning at 8:30 am in the Fireside Room (Coffee is ready 8:20 am). Lunch today after the Morning Service Everyone is invited to Lunch today after the morning service and coffee time! The lunch is hosted by Elders Sandy V and Affie D and their Care Groups. Listening Forum: Monday, May 9 at 7.00 pm at Duncan CRC. You are invited to participate in a listening forum regarding events of the past several months related to staffing decisions and actions taken. The purpose of the forum is to listen to each other with respect to feelings and concerns that need to be expressed. It is important that we take this opportunity to listen to one another in the hope that it will be a first step in beginning to bring healing and, where appropriate, reconciliation. In preparation for this forum, please PRAY daily for the guidance of the Holy Spirit not only for the meeting but for yourself personally. Pastor Henry Jonker will moderate this forum. A note from the deacons At the last congregational meeting refugee sponsorship was discussed. It was decided that we would host a refugee family rather than sponsor one. The difference being that a sponsorship cost about +$30,00.00 and hosting would require helping a family settle into the Cowichan Valley and help with expenses the government doesn't cover. Both would require a commitment of at least a year. In order for us, as a church, to do this, we will need people who are passionate about this type of outreach. If you are one of these people please contact any of the deacons and we can begin to look for a place for a family. We will need about people. Thank you in advance. The deacons. Coffee Break Celebrates 30 Years at the Duncan CRC For 30 years God has been blessing Coffee Break in this church! We started in the old church basement with Story Hour upstairs - very crowded! Imagine how excited we were when we moved to the new church! Much has happened over the years. Many women have come and studied the Bible in small groups. Many children in Story Hour heard about Jesus and his love for them. Seeds were planted. We are thankful for all the volunteers who helped with the program and looked after the little ones! We plan to have a 30th anniversary celebration on Thursday May 12th from p.m. ALL WOMEN who have ever been involved in Coffee Break/Story Hour whether helping in the nursery, Little Lambs, Bible study, to join us for a fun morning of activities, reminiscing, food and fellowship. Hope to see you there! For all you readers of Dutch Books Help yourself to the books on the table in the Foyer.

6 Announcements Duncan Christian School Musical Come to Mary Poppins, the Broadway Musical put on by the students of Duncan Christian School at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre! The performances are this Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7 at 7 pm. Tickets can be purchased at the Cowichan Theatre Box Office. (Adults $20, Children & Students 6-18 $15, 5 and under $5). El Shaddai Prayer Centre Opens in Duncan An open house was held April 29 and 30th of the El Shaddai Prayer Center at 5855 York Ave (the old Christian Book Store). There was a special evening of praying for the pastors and priests who serve in all the churches of the Cowichan Valley. The prayer center will be open Monday - Wednesday starting May 2 from 11-4 p.m., Thursday's p.m. for intercessory prayer and Tuesday evenings 7 p.m. for an evening of worship, prayer and communion. Join Christians from the valley as everyone is welcome and it is also an outreach to anyone who walks through the doors! Contact person is Terri-Anne Hardie. Island Ladies Day Away Retreat on May 14 at New Life Church At New Life Community Baptist Church on May 14 from 9:30 am - 3:30 pm. $20 for the day includes lunch and 2 snacks. To register go to newlifechurch.ca/register More details Praying With Power - At Duncan Pentecostal Church May 13 and 14 Come receive teaching and experience small group practise of principles compiled in a book by Cheryl Buchanan & Maureen Guardacosta. This workshop is for everyone who desires to take their prayer life to a deeper level. A powerful prayer life is possible and it is what God desires for us. Many of us are not yet experiencing the break-through s that we could. Come and learn to discern God's voice, discover the authority that has been given to us, and then we will increasingly be able to pray according to His will and see the fruit of our labour. Sessions include: "Foundations of Intercession", "Understanding the Holy Spirit", "Gifts of the Holy Spirit", "Corporate Prayer" and much more. Register by to: office@duncanchurch.com Cost: $25 includes book & lunch. Workshop Format: Friday, May 13, 6 pm - 9 pm 1: Foundations of Intercession, Small Group Discussion 2: Preparation for Intercession, Prayer Saturday, May 14, 9 am - 4 pm Discussion, Q & A Sessions 1, 2 3: Understanding the Holy Spirit, Q & A, Prayer Application Lunch (provided) 4: Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Prayer Application 5: Corporate Prayer, Prayer Application & Sharing To Register, please call Duncan Pentecostal Church office at or office@duncanchurch.com

7 Operation Manna - Offering this Evening, May 1 Canadian Christian Reformed Church Deacons Ministry! The purpose of Operation Manna is to engage Christian Reformed Churches in community ministries that seek to bring about sustainable change in individuals and communities experiencing significant needs. Operation Manna also provides grants to churches. Applicants must be able to indicate how the requested funds will be used to bring about sustainable change in the lives of individuals and the communities in which they live. There are no restrictions on your ideas and creativity! Everything is eligible, including pregnancy centres, music schools, day camps, drop-in centres and community cafés. Ministries must seek to be a part of long-term, sustainable change in the lives of people in the community. For further information on Operation Manna s funding guidelines, types of funding available, conditions for funding, and timelines for applications, please read: Operation Manna Guidelines May 2014 (PDF) Equipping Deacons The church does not simply have deacons, but is, by its very nature and calling a diaconate. The call of deacons is to motivate and mobilize the congregation for works of service (diakonia). Deacons are members appointed by the church to minister mercy, justice and Christian love to the church and all people. Deacons assess needs, promote stewardship and hospitality, collect and disburse resources for benevolence, and develop programs of assistance. But the calling of deacons is not simply to perform those services on behalf of the church. Rather, the deacon s role is to equip, empower and enable the whole church to live out its diaconal calling.

8 Sun Sun Sun Sun This Week s Schedule Blaze, Spirit, Blaze... set our hearts on fire Ignite meets at 8:30 am in the Fireside Room (Coffee is ready at 8:20 am) Public Profession of Faith AM Service Cake served after AM Service to celebrate Profession of Faith Welcome Lunch hosted by Elders Affie D and Sandy V and their Care Groups Full Council Mtg 1 pm service for Wies K Mon Wed Wed Prayer 7 pm in the Prayer Room Thurs Coffee Break Ladies Bible Study & Nursery 9:30-11:30 am (Nursery: Henrietta G, Ida vb) Fri/Sat DCS presents Mary Poppins Sat Cowichan Consort Concert 7:30 pm Future Dates May 8 Blaze, Spirit, Blaze... set our hearts on fire Ignite meets at 8:30 am in the Fireside Room (Coffee is ready at 8:20 am) service and coffee time) May 8 Lord s Supper AM service May 8 Public Profession of Faith AM Service May 9 Listening Forum: 7 pm at the church May 12 Duncan CRC Coffee Break celebrates 30 years May 15 2 pm Service at Cairnsmore May 29 2 pm Service at Sunridge Services May 1 10 AM Service - Profession of Faith 7 PM Service May 8 10 AM Service - Profession of Faith, Lord s Supper Serving This Week May 1 Driver: Ynze G Hall Monitor: Tom V Nursery: Marg V, Trudy W Ushers: Mike R, Adam K Deacons: Joel, Will, Joe, Norm Greeters: Bruce & Aafke J Leading Elder: Gerald W Prayer Room: Renee db Worship Team: AM: Michelle, Affie, Susan, Sheri, Matt, Jeremy PM: Nigel, Norm Coffee Servers: Tom & Sandy V, Bill & Michelle N and Susan W Sunday School: 3-5 yrs: Kristen V, Adam K Gr.1-5: Danielle D, Josie N Serving Next Week May 8 Driver: Joe W Hall Monitor: Keith L Nursery: Henrietta G, Albert W, Darlene B Ushers: Gerald W, Joe Rubin Deacons: Joel, Will, Joe, Benjamin Greeters: Don & Hilda G Leading Elder: Jim B Prayer Room: Marg V Worship Team: AM: Matt, Pete, Affie, James, Shannon, Margie, Joel Coffee Servers: Sunday School: 3-5 yrs: Kristen V, Adam K Gr.1-5: Danielle D, Josie N