Christian Reformed Church of Pease Pastor Michael Ten Haken December 20, 2020 9:30 A.M.

Christian Reformed Church of Pease
    Pastor Michael Ten Haken
 December 20, 2020 ~ 9:30 A.M.

Christian Reformed Church of Pease
      Pastor Michael Ten Haken
          December 20, 2020

         We Enter God’s Presence
                Call to Worship
Opening Song: “Angels From the Realms of Glory”
         Welcome and God’s Greeting
     Lighting of the Advent Candle of Love
   Song of Praise: “Silent Night, Holy Night”
   Announcements and Intercessory Prayer

            We Hear God’s Word
Scripture: John 1:1-14 –Adam & Ashley Droogsma
         Message: “Christmas in John”
               Prayer of Application
      Song of Application: “Jesus, Messiah”
         Celebration of The Lord’s Supper

      We Depart With God’s Blessing
                Parting Blessing
  Parting Song: “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing”

Sermon Notes

Jesus is the glory of the Father.
    And that glory, come in the flesh, is what we celebrate at Christmas.
           Welcome to the worship of the living and triune God,
                       who is full of grace and truth.

This Sunday, Pastor Michael will conclude our series on the four Gospel
Christmases with “Christmas in John” using John 1:1-14, read for us by
Adam and Ashley Droogsma. Next Sunday, we will reflect on the visit of the
Magi from Matthew 2:1-12.

As part of our worship this morning, we have the privilege of gathering at the
Lord’s table to participate in Holy Communion. All those who believe that
Jesus is the Christ and the Savior from their sins and has a sincere desire
to love and serve him as Lord are welcome to join us. If you are uncertain
about Jesus, who he is, and your relationship with him, please seek out
Pastor Michael or another trusted believer. We would be happy to introduce
you to the freeing and life-changing grace of Jesus!

We are happy to be back to providing the option for in-person worship this
morning. If you do join us in person, please remember to wear you mask
over your nose and mouth, maintain at least six feet of distance between
yourself and others not in your immediate household, and avoid
congregating before or after the service. Thank you for your cooperation,
and welcome back!

After the worship service, everyone is invited to stay at church or stay tuned
online for our virtual Christmas Program– 2020: A Very COVID Christmas!
We will be premiering it after the worship service, and it will also be on our
YouTube channel for you to view anytime. Merry Christmas!

Everyone is invited to join us in-person or online via our YouTube channel to
celebrate the coming of the Christ Child. Our Christmas morning service will
be held on Friday, December 25, at 10:00 a.m. Glory to God in the highest!

The 2021 Budget envelopes are available in your church mailbox. Please stop
by and pick them up to begin using them on January 3. If you are unable to
stop, please call the church office (369-4228) and we will get them to you. For
convenience, you are also welcome to let us help you set up online giving, or
you may download the church mobile giving app, Tithe.ly.

The deacons gratefully acknowledge the following receipts from December 13:
         General Fund– $2,945.00 and Benevolent Fund-$212.00.

  The second offering schedule for the remainder of December is as follows:
                           12/20– Youth Group
                   12/25– Guatemala Action Project (GAP)
                         12/27– The 125 Campaign

                         Our Church Family
We wish a very happy anniversary to John and Brenda Santema, who
celebrate 58 years of marriage on Monday, December 21.

We express our sympathy to Carol Kragt and her family in the passing of
Jim. Jim died peacefully in his home surrounded by Carol and the kids on
Thursday morning. Please uphold Jim’s family, friends, and loved ones in
prayer.

We express our sympathy to Rosie Van Driel in the passing of her daughter,
Gloria, last week Saturday. Gloria had been ill for some time, and now,
because of her faith in Jesus, she is free from it all.

A private funeral and burial service for Gerrit Veurink was held Saturday
here in Pease. Eleanor and her family thank you for your prayers and
expressions of sympathy.

Curt Nobel is continuing with another round of cancer treatments. Please
continue to uphold him in your prayers.

We continue to remember the many members of our congregation who are in
various stages of cancer treatment and recovery: Kevin Koppendrayer,
Merlin Koppendrayer, Harlin Hanenburg, Bob Hastings, Jay Rensenbrink,
Bob Van De Riet, and Tyler Gunnufson.

We rejoice with Community Christian School that they were able to go the
entire semester with in-person learning. This is a blessing from the Lord and
due to the diligent efforts of many.

December was the month our church worked at the Milaca Area Pantry.
Thank you to everyone who donated your time by unloading trucks, stocking,
pre-packing, disbursements and cleaning. Your service to our community is
greatly appreciated!

At-home Faith Formation Tip - The Practice of Hospitality: “. . . and she
gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him
in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” In what
ways might you make more space for Jesus in your everyday life? (For more
on faith practices from Faith Formation Ministries, visit
crcna.org/FaithFormation/Practices.)

                     Calendar for the Week
     Sunday, December 20
          9:30 a.m.    Morning Worship
     Friday, December 25
          10:00 a.m.   Traditional Christmas Service

                     Opportunities To Serve
     Sound Board Today, December 20: Ryan Swanson
     Next Sunday, December 27: Tom Patten

     Media Today, December 20: Linda Droogsma
     Next Sunday, December 27: Anita Hubers

     Livestream Today, December 20: Shelly Ash
     Next Sunday, December 20: Dylan Moorlag

     Greeters Today, December 20:
          East Entrance: Char DeKraker
          West Entrance: Laura Broberg
     Next Sunday, December 27:
          East Entrance: Keith Cook
          West Entrance: Keri Cook

     Ushers Today, December 20:
          East: Carl Veurink             West: Carol Veurink
          Center: George Droogsma
     Next Sunday, December 27:
          East: Laura Broberg            West: John Teeler
          Center: Morris Droogsma

Guatemala Action Project (GAP) Update:
Times they are a-changing! The GAP program has been going through a lot of
exciting changes this year. Last year we closed the chapter of our partnership
with Vine and Branches. We are now working on establishing a partnership
with an incredible organization called AMI San Lucas. This is a branch of the
Luke Society, and the work they’ve done, and continue to do, is astonishing.
We were able to meet with them last year and learn about their work. They
focus on areas like: Women’s work (health promotion, generating income,
leadership development), Churches (empowering, training, etc.), Youth (identity
in Christ, health, relationships), and Healthcare (operating a clinic, providing
training in communities, preventative health, etc.) They also provide latrines
and updated stove ventilation systems for families that show great need. This
will completely redesign what our time in Guatemala looks like, what we as
Pease CRC will provide for them, and the relationships that we will create. This
is an exciting time and we can’t wait to share more! Please remember GAP in
your prayers and in giving during the offering on Christmas morning.

        Help us spread the JOY of Christmas!
          Please have your cards to church TODAY, December 20th.
        Have their names clearly marked on the front of each envelope.
     A box will be available to you inside the West door to place your cards.

          Richard and Jeanette Clark           Joyce Reiman
          Maxine Carlson                       Joanne Ruis
          Clara De Vries                       Les Ruis
          Jean Droogsma                        Sylvia Ruis
          Joan Droogsma                        Louise Spoelstra
          Warren & Connie Geurkink             Sylvia Timmer
          Roger Greene                         Bob Van De Riet
          Norma Hanenburg                      Rosie Van Driel
          Shirley Hanenburg                    Joyce Vander Plaats
          Joyce Kiel                           Eleanor Veurink
          John & Irene Kok                     Lorraine Veurink
          Adeline Nobel                        Ed Winters

Guidelines for Pease CRC’s Resumption of Corporate Worship

    As we welcome you back to in-person worship, and in an effort to love our
       neighbor, your adherence to the following guidelines is appreciated!
                        We are happy to have you back!

   Social distancing of at least 6 feet between people or families not of the
    same household is required.
   Mask wearing is required.
   Do not touch or open hymn books or Bibles. Everything you need to
    worship will be on the screen, or you may bring your own.
   Greeters will be opening the entrance doors for you.
   Hand sanitizer will be available at both entrances, and you are
    encouraged to use it.
   You must allow ushers to seat and dismiss you in the sanctuary.
    PLEASE DO NOT SEAT YOURSELF.
   You must proceed immediately to the sanctuary to be seated when you
    enter the building, and proceed outdoors immediately after you are
    dismissed.
   Offering plates will be available on tables in the back of church for you to
    place your offerings.
   Families with children 2nd grade and younger will be allowed to gather
    in the Fellowship Hall, where you may still participate in the service.
    Activities will be provided for your kids, or you can bring your own.
   Nursery, Little Lambs, and Worship Center are currently unavailable.

                Christian Reformed Church of Pease
               117 West Main St. ~ Pease, MN 56363
                        320-369-4228 ~ www.peasecrc.org
                           peasecrc@frontiernet.net
                   Prayer Line: 320-369-4225 or 1-855-369-4228
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