If you would like a pastoral visit, we would love to help you with that.

Please contact your district elder or Reverend Wamala.

Elders: Gary Blom (2018), Brent Eshuis (2018), Les Burggraaf (2020), Jeff Santema (2020), Pat Van’t Hul (2019), John Hoogendoorn (2019), Darwin De Jager (2019) Deacons: Steve Cannegieter (2018), Brad Grevengoed (2018), Jordan Van Beek(2018), Jeff De Weerd (2020), Dan Ver Burg (2020), Eric De Jager (2019), Matt Kooima (2019).

Exalting God through loving worship and Biblical teaching. Evangelizing through faithful

witness and exhibiting Godliness through a positive presence in our community.

Calvin Christian Reformed Church

Rev. Gideon Wamala March 25, 2018

www.calvincrcrv.org

Serving next week Prayer Warriors will not meet Easter Sunday Offerings AM: Building Fund, Missions PM: ATLAS

Greeters AM: Gary B PM: Les B Ushers AM: Gaylon VH, Jeremy VZ, Dyson K PM: Jacob VB, Jeremy VZ, Dyson K Nursery AM: Sarah DJ, Melisa DJ, Taylor S Coffee Servers Cory & Tash H Myron & Lois K Accompanists AM: Linda PM: Lisa

Worship Services: 9:30AM and 6:00PM ~Cable Channel 75 1804 17th Ave Rock Valley, IA

712.476.2113~secretary@calvincrcrv.org Office hours: Mon. Wed. Fri. 8:30AM -11:30AM

Serving today Prayer Warriors AM: Helen C, Helen DJ PM: Becky S, Cara S Offerings AM: General Fund, CEC PM: Children to Love

Ushers AM: Ross S, Kyler S, Jace C PM: Ross S, Kyler S, Dennis W Coffee Servers Les & Kim B Jason & LaDawn G Accompanists AM: Lisa PM: Marlene Praise Team Lisa VB, Melissa DJ, Evy DK, Cheryl DB, Jeff S Kevin DB

Offering: World RenewOffering: World RenewOffering: World Renew

Ushers: Steve DV, Ushers: Steve DV, Ushers: Steve DV, Dave VB, Jace C Dave VB, Jace C Dave VB, Jace C

Accompanists: LoisAccompanists: LoisAccompanists: Lois

GOOD FRIDAYGOOD FRIDAY March 30~~7:00 PM

Looking ahead... Sunday, April 1 Easter Sunday Community Sunrise Service Monday, April 2 GALS-Ruth Lesson 2 Tuesday, April 3 Morning Bible Hour Lesson 11 Sunday, April 8 Dordt Praise Team Sunday April 15 Mission Minute: Haiti Mission Team

MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE 9:30 AM Ministry of Praise Prelude: Welcome and Announcements: Call to Worship: Psalm 66:1-3 Opening Prayer: Opening Song: 378 "Hosanna, Loud Hosanna" (Grey Psalter, Ppt.) Children's Choir: “Hosanna” *God’s Greeting *Mutual Greetings Ministry of Grace: Preparatory Exhortation for the Lord's Supper 976 (Grey Psalter, Ppt.) Song: 353 (1, 3) "Beneath the Cross of Jesus" (Blue Psalter, Ppt.) Congregational Prayer Offering: General Fund, CEC Offertory Music: Ministry of the Word *Song of Praise: "Power of the Cross" (Keith Getty & Stuart Townsend, Ppt.) Sermon Text: Mark 11:1-11 Sermon Title: "Hosanna!" Closing Prayer Ministry of Service *Song: 502 "In My Heart There Rings a Melody" (The Celebration Hymnal, Ppt.) *Benediction *Doxology: 308 (1, 2) "There Is a Redeemer" (The Celebration Hymnal, Ppt.) Postlude

EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE 6:00PM Gathered Together Prelude: Welcome & Announcements Call to Worship: Psalm 100:4-5 Opening Song: 688 (1, 2, 4) "Savior, like a Shepherd Lead Us" (The Celebration Hymnal, Ppt.) *God’s Greeting *Mutual Greetings Stating our Belief *Apostles' Creed: (Grey Psalter, p. 813., Ppt.) Song of Response: 300 (3) "All Glory Laud and Honor" (The Celebration Hymnal, Ppt.) Pastoral Prayer Offerings: Children to Love Offertory Music Hearing God’s Word Song of Preparation: 292 "Living for Jesus" (Grey Psalter, Ppt.) Sermon Text: Revelation 3:1-6 Sermon Title: "In the World, but Not of It" Closing Prayer Departing to Serve *Closing Hymn: 264 "Lord, I Want to Be a Christian" (Grey Psalter, Ppt.) *Benediction *Doxology: 328 (1) "In the Cross of Christ I Glory" (The Celebration Hymnal, Ppt.) Postlude

Calendar Today 9:10 AM Prayer Warriors 9:30 AM Worship Service Toddler Church 10:45 AM Sunday School Catechism 5:40 PM Prayer Warriors 6:00 PM Worship Service Monday 6:00 PM Council Meeting Wednesday 6:30 AM Men’s Morning Bible Study 7:00 PM Quilting For A Cause Men’s Bible Study Friday 7:00 PM Good Friday Service

Save the Date:

April 11

Youth ENERGY

50s Diner

Everyone is invited to celebrate Jesus' resurrection! Community Sunrise Service Sunday, April 1 at 6:45 AM St. Mary's Catholic Church

We'll hear the Easter story, sing hymns together, and listen to special music from several groups.

An offering will be received for Hope Haven International

Our Church Family Birthday Blessings this week! Wednesday: Myron K Friday: Breslyn K Saturday: Kieran VT Happy Anniversary! Today: Jason & Cindy Timmerman

AnnouncementsAnnouncementsAnnouncements Calvin

The Power Point Committee is looking for another volunteer to join their team. If you are willing to help in any way, please contact Nancy Van Noort.

Thank you to the Children’s Choir for helping us celebrate Palm Sunday by singing for us this morning.

If you wish to be added to the nursery schedule, please see the sign up sheet at the information table. The nursery will be open Easter Sunday!

Toddler Church will be held this morning. Children will be dismissed during the Song of Praise.

The CEC is once again doing the Hot Stuff Pizza fundraiser. This is a great opportunity to put some quick and easy meals in your freezer for the busy upcoming spring and summer months. Order forms are in your mailboxes today. Orders are due back by Sunday, April 22. Order forms can be placed in the box in the back of church, or in a CEC member’s mailbox. Forms can be emailed to:azdeweerds@hotmail.com. Pizzas can be picked up at Rock Valley Christian School beginning at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, May 15. Any questions, please contact one of the CEC members. Thank you for your continued support of our fundraising efforts!"

Prayer RequestsRequestsRequests

Joy De Weerd had hip replacement surgery this past Tuesday. Praise God that all

went well. We pray for continued healing in the coming weeks.

Pray for our nation's leaders.

Pray that the Gospel of Christ finds receptive hearts during Lent.

Evening Listening Guide – March 25, 2018

Text: Revelation 3:1-6

Title: "In the World, but Not of It" Introduction: Secularism Theme: Be the Christian you were meant to be. I. Concern

A. Christ declares Sardis "__________."

B. Walk _______________ (Eph. 5:15-16).

I. Counsel

A. Christ admonishes Sardis to ______________. B. If you are truly Christian, then ________ like one (Jn. 14:21).

III. Challenge

A. Christ will acknowledge the ___________ before God.

B. Live for ________ wherever you are (1 Tim. 4:16). Conclusion You are in the world, but are not of it. Given so, be the Christian you were meant to be.

Hope Haven, Inc. will host their Annual Benefit Auction on Friday evening, April 6 at

Te Slaa Trucking (corner of Hwys 75 & 18). Help support the local and global ministries of

Hope Haven through this exciting evening of fun and fellowship. The evening’s schedule

is: doors open at 4:30 PM; food booth and buy-it-now table opens at 5:00 PM; the live

auction begins at 5:30 PM. Visit our website for a list of items that will be auctioned off:

www.hopehaven.org.

You are invited to VBS 2018 – Shipwrecked: Jesus Rescues Vacation Bible School at

Trinity CRC-June 3-7. Volunteer and Registration forms are at the information table. We

look forward to seeing you at VBS 2018.

Western Christian High School desires to expose our students to various perspectives in

regard to the origins of Creation. Earlier this school year Dr. Terry Mortenson, an expert in

the History of Geology and a theologian, shared his perspective on the origins of Creation

and Noah’s Flood. On Monday, March 26, at 9:00 AM in the Event Center at Western

Christian, Dr. Leslie Wickman will share her perspective about the harmony and recon-

ciliation of faith and science. Wickman brings a wealth of experience as a researcher,

teacher, and administrator, both in academia and in industry. She received her PhD in

human factors and biomechanics from Stanford University and most recently was Pro-

gram Director of Engineering and Director of the Center for Research in Science, both at

Azusa Pacific University. The public is invited to attend.

Western Christian High School’s Eighth Grade Day will be held on Thursday, April 5 at

3:00 PM. All eighth graders, regardless of their high school plans, are invited to visit West-

ern on that day. Western will provide transportation for all the students to attend, and par-

ents are requested to pick them up at Western that evening. If parents are not able to at-

tend, we would be glad to arrange transportation home for any student. All parents are

invited to come to Western at 5:30 PM for a free meal, displays, and tours. If you have any

questions please contact the office at Western Christian at 712-439-1013

Rock Valley Christian School Reminders:

*There will not be a SCRIP order on Monday, March 26

*Classes will not be held Wednesday, March 28, due to spring conferences.

*Spring break is March 29 – April 2.

Rock Valley Christian School Advanced Dates:

*6th grade chapel has been moved to Friday, April 13

th

*The Spring Program will be held at Trinity CRC at 7:00 PM, Thursday, April 19

*Open House (Jam the Gym, 7th/8

th Science Fair, and other activities) will be held

on Friday, April 27 beginning at 9:00 AM. School will dismiss at noon on this

day with no busses running in the afternoon. Lunch will not be served.

AnnouncementsAnnouncementsAnnouncements School/Community

Morning Listening Guide – March 25, 2018

Text: Mark 11:1-11 Title: "Hosanna!" Introduction: A question Theme: Accept Jesus Christ as your Savior! I. Preparing to Enter

A. Jesus secures a ________ to ride into Jerusalem.

B. You shouldn't be an ___________ of God! (Rom. 5:1)

I. Processional Chant

A. The people shout "_____________" B. The most important thing is your __________! (Jn. 1:12-13).

III. Observation Made

A. Jesus looks around at ___________ in the temple.

B. Access to God is through ___________ (Mk. 3:27; 2 Cor. 5:21). Conclusion Christ sticks to His mission to save in spite of the peoples' misguided expecta-tions. To that end, it is crucial that you accept Jesus Christ as your Savior!