Welcome to
VOGEL CENTER CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
“A body of believers dedicated to worshipping, reaching out, and serving in the name of Christ Jesus.”
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“Hope, Patience and Prayer”
Romans 12:9-13
Morning Worship @ 10:00 AM
Refreshments and fellowship following the service.
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“Song of the Storm”
Psalm 29
Evening Worship @ 6:00 PM
Pastor Adam Barton
May 22, 2022
Order of Worship – 10:00 a.m.
Prelude
Welcome
Announcements
Invocation
*Mutual Greeting
*Call to Worship – Habakkuk 3:17-19
*Opening Praise
“Blessed Be Your Name”
“There is Joy in the Lord”
Graduation Celebration
Morning Prayer
Offertory & Offerings for General Fund and Shaarda support
*Song – “I Need Thee Every Hour” H 428 v. 1,3,4
Scripture – Romans 12:9-13
Message – “Hope, Patience and Prayer”
Message Prayer
*Song – “It is Well” H 493 v. 1, 3, 4
*God’s Blessing
*Doxology – “God Will Take Care of You” H 47 v. 1 & chorus
Postlude
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanist: Shelly Jenema
Praise Team: Carol Buning, Marv Quist, Carrie Rozeveld
Serving This Week – May 22
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanist: Shelly Jenema
Sound Booth: Phil Hoekwater, Brian Hoekwater
Offerings: General Ministries & Shaarda support
Nursery: Betsy Diemer, Alyssa Bode
Greeters: Scott & Linda Peterson, Josh & Heather Quist
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: Ray & Carol Hoekwater & Elders
PM Offering: Crossroads Christian Fellowship
Serving Next Week – May 29
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanist: Karen Westmaas
Sound Booth: Chris Martz, Tim Boven
Offerings: General Ministries & 150th Anniversary Celebration
Nursery: Katlyn England, Amber DeZeeuw, Marley Martz
Greeters: Terry & Sandy Lutke, Jim & Molly Nienhuis
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: David & Carie Mendoza & Elders
Prayers and Praises
Remember these with ongoing prayers for God’s Mercy and Blessing:
For Ed and Edie Meyering and family as Ed is under hospice care and will soon be going home to heaven. Pray for comfort during this difficult time.
For Keith Buning who will be having surgery on Wednesday, May 25 to repair the damage to his hip from falling on the ice earlier this spring. Pray for successful surgery and relief from the constant pain.
For Greg Zuiderveen’s brother, Steve Zuiderveen, living in Baltimore. He has been diagnosed with squamous cell neck cancer and is beginning six weeks of chemo and radiation beginning after Memorial Day. Pray for healing and his health to be restored.
Continue to pray for Noah Outman and Shari Bisballe, who are experiencing health issues. Pray for patience and peace as they go through this time of concern.
For Pastor Ken and Laurie Koning as Laurie has a series of radiation treatments. Pray for God’s grace and peace as well as strength and rest.
For our shut-ins, Ted and Marleen Heuker, Vivian Reinink, and Ed and Edie Meyering and others who are in care facilities and/or homebound. Pray for God’s peace and strength for each day.
For Chris DeBoer, Maranda Koopman, Lisa Proctor, Jack Van Drie, and all others who are experiencing health concerns or are healing from surgery. Pray for peace and patience as they live each day.
For all those in our church and community who are walking a cancer journey. Pray for continued good health reports.
For our senior saints and all who are limited in their daily activities due to age or illness and for all those who mourn the loss of loved ones.
For the Shaarda’s, Crickmore’s, Hoekwater’s, Crossroads Community Church, and the Josh and Poppy Buning family.
For Jessica Campbell and her family and all others we know who serve in the military. Thank you for your service.
Praising and thanking God:
Thank God for all of our graduates from high school and college! Praise God for their accomplishments! Congratulation, graduates!
150th Anniversary Celebration
The anniversary committee has been hard at work. Be sure to reserve the week of August 14-21 for the festivities! Stay tuned for details coming soon as the plans are confirmed and invite your friends and relatives to be part of our celebration of God’s faithfulness for 150 years at Vogel Center.
Church Announcements
Today, Sunday, May 22
10:00 AM worship – Welcome to worship in person or livestreamed on the church Facebook page. Welcome to all our graduates as we celebrate them this week.
Nursery is available as well as the “Quiet” bags.
Evening worship – 6PM Message – “Song of the Storm”
Monday, May 23
150th Anniversary Planning Meeting – 7:00PM
Thursday, May 26
Ascension Day service – 7PM Hosted by Vogel CRC for area churches
Sunday, June 5
Rudyard mission trip – Sign-up deadline
The Lord’s Supper - Celebrated at the 10AM service.
Urgent Need
We have no volunteers for June to prep the coffee, juice and cheese and crackers. This involves cutting cheese slices and making the coffee and juice to be ready for fellowship time. Please talk to Carol ASAP if you would be willing to take a turn. Thanks!
Ascension Day Service
Vogel Center CRC will be hosing an Ascension Day service for the area churches on Thursday, May 26 at 7:00pm, celebrating our risen Lord and His ascension to heaven.
Mission Trip at Rudyard
If you are interested in serving with our VIBE/Integrate students on the planned mission trip at Rudyard, please contact Jerry Quist or Amy Rice. The trip will be June 19-23 and the deadline for signing up to go is June 5.
Family Faith Formation
Faith Practice Reflection Tip - the Practice of Prayer: Read Mark 9:14-24 and ponder or discuss the following questions. This father’s utterance, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” is an honest prayer. He’s not trying to impress Jesus; he’s asking Jesus to meet him where he is. In what areas of your faith do you experience doubt? How is doubt handled in your church family? Is there room for people to experience both belief and unbelief as they grow in faith?
Council Request
If you are using the church kitchen for an event or ministry, please help keep our kitchen tidy by cleaning up and putting away the items you have used. Thanks for your help with this!
Church Office
The office will be closed on Wednesday, May 25 and possibly on Thursday, May 26.
Summer Job Opportunity
Center Lake Bible Camp is looking for summer staff. We are presently in need of counselors over the age of 18 and an evening cook to prepare the dinner meal. If you have interest or questions, please contact Doug Smith at 231-250-7339.
Missaukee Area Food Pantries
***There is free food available for families who need it at this time. See the distribution places and time on the foyer bulletin board or pick up a copy from the foyer table to pass on to those who could benefit from this service to the community. Rehoboth Ref. Church (every Thursday), Good Neighbor Food Pantry at Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Lake City (1st & 3rd Thursdays), or Prosper CRC (every other Thursday –June 2, 16, & 30)
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Celebrating Our Graduates - 2022
Graduating from McBain Rural Agricultural School:
Carsyn Agema
Future plans – Attend Mid-Michigan College for a degree in education
Taylor Benthem
Future plans – Attend Mid-Michigan College for a degree in accounting
Landon Eling
Future plans – Attend the Marine Mechanics Institute in Orlando, FL
Carsten Huttenga
Future plans – Undecided but will presently enter the workforce.
College and Higher Education Graduates:
Emma Barton
Graduated from Syracuse University and working in West Michigan in marketing and serving as an officer in the Army Reserves
Trevor Bode
Graduated from Ferris State University and entering the work force
Logan Eling
Graduated from Rochester University with a degree in Business Administration
Dakota Hamman
Graduated from Grand Valley State University and continuing her education for a master’s degree in accounting
Kayla Roby
Graduated from Cornerstone University and working at Acorn Health, formerly the Autism Center of MI in Grand Rapids
VOGEL CENTER CRC COUNCIL OFFICERS
President – Joe Rozeveld
Vice-president – Jerry Quist
Alternate – Marv Quist
Clerk – Lyn Zuiderveen
Chair of Deacons – Dave Haverkamp
Secretary of Deacons – Jeremy Bode
Treasurer- Ryan Westmaas
VOGEL CENTER COUNCIL MEMBERS
Elders – Marv Quist, Joe Rozeveld, Lyn Zuiderveen
Al Diemer, Ray Hoekwater, Jerry Quist
Deacons - Jeremy Bode, Dave Haverkamp, Ryan Westmaas
Jake Huttenga, Josh Quist, Kyle Zuiderveen
District Elders Church Contact Information
A-C Marv Quist Church website – www.vogelcentercrc.org
D-Hoekstra Joe Rozeveld Church email – vccrc@outlook.com
Hoekwater – K Jerry Quist Ed/Outreach email – vogeloutreach@outlook.com
L-P Ray Hoekwater Church office – (231) 825-2053
Q-T Lyn Zuiderveen Church Office Hours – Tues. – Friday
V-Z Al Diemer 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Marquette – Andy Liimata Bulletin information by Thurs. at 1:00 pm
Prayer Requests
Pastor Adam can be reached at (231) 825-2038 or (616) 566-7937 for prayer requests and other concerns. District elders can also be called for prayer requests and other items of concern.
Welcome to
VOGEL CENTER CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
“A body of believers dedicated to worshipping, reaching out, and serving in the name of Christ Jesus.”
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“Do Not Be Anxious About Your Life”
Matthew 6:24-34
Morning Worship @ 10:00 AM
Refreshments and fellowship following the service.
Guest Pastor Rich Langton
May 15, 2022
Order of Worship – 10:00 a.m.
Prelude
Welcome
Announcements
Invocation
*Mutual Greeting
*Call to Worship – John 1:1-4, 14,16
*Opening Praise
“In Christ Alone”
“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
Morning Prayer
Offertory & Offerings for General Fund and Mission Trips
*Song – “Cornerstone”
Scripture – Matthew 6:24-34
Message – “Do Not Be Anxious About Your Life”
Message Prayer
*Song – “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” H 354 v. 1-2
*God’s Blessing
*Doxology – “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” H 354 v. 3
Postlude
Guest Pastor: Rich Langton
Accompanist: Sally Westmaas
Praise Team: Rachelle Kamphouse, Marni Quist, Kim Winkel
Serving This Week – May 15
Guest Pastor: Rich Langton
Accompanist: Sally Westmaas
Sound Booth: Dan Hoekstra, Chris Martz
Offerings: General Ministries & Mission Trips
Nursery: Sandy Lutke, Bret Benthem
Greeters: Craig Nederhoed, Tony & Ami Peterson
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: Daren & Kenda Gernaat & Elders
Serving Next Week – May 22
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanist: Shelly Jenema
Sound Booth: Phil Hoekwater, Brian Hoekwater
Offerings: General Ministries & Shaarda support
Nursery: Betsy Diemer, Alyssa Bode
Greeters: Scott & Linda Peterson, Josh & Heather Quist
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: Ray & Carol Hoekwater & Elders
Prayers and Praises
Remember these with ongoing prayers for God’s Mercy and Blessing:
We express our sympathy to the relatives and friends of Gerry Gernaat. The celebration of his life will be today at the Resurrection Life Church at 2pm. May God bless all with His comfort!
For Chad and Amanda Outman’s son, Noah Outman, who has been experiencing more severe seizures. Pray for his safety and health.
For Jason Huttenga’s girlfriend, Sheri Bisballe, who is walking a cancer journey and is currently undergoing chemo treatments. Pray that her side effects will be minimal and the treatments will be effective.
For Pastor Ken and Laurie Koning as Laurie has a series of radiation treatments. Pray for God’s grace and peace as well as strength and rest.
For our shut-ins, Ted and Marleen Heuker, Vivian Reinink, and Ed and Edie Meyering and others who are in care facilities and/or homebound. Pray for God’s peace and strength for each day.
For Chris DeBoer, Maranda Koopman, Lisa Proctor, Jack Van Drie, and all others who are experiencing health concerns or are healing from surgery. Pray for peace and patience as they live each day.
For all those in our church and community who are walking a cancer journey. Pray for continued good health reports.
For our senior saints and all who are limited in their daily activities due to age or illness and for all those who mourn the loss of loved ones.
For the Shaarda’s, Crickmore’s, Hoekwater’s, Crossroads Community Church, and the Josh and Poppy Buning family.
For Jessica Campbell and her family and all others we know who serve in the military. Thank you for your service.
Praising and thanking God:
Thank you to all those who organized and helped out with the flower sale. The flowers are always beautiful and the volunteer help is always appreciated.
A warm welcome and thank you to guest pastor Rich Langton for leading us in worship today!
150th Anniversary Celebration
The anniversary committee has been hard at work. Be sure to reserve the week of August 14-21 for the festivities! Stay tuned for details coming soon as the plans are confirmed and invite your friends and relatives to be part of our celebration of God’s faithfulness for 150 years at Vogel Center.
Church Announcements
Today, Sunday, May 15
10:00 AM worship – Welcome to worship in person or livestreamed on the church Facebook page. Welcome to guest pastor, Rich Langton, who will lead our worship today!
Nursery is available as well as the “Quiet” bags.
Wednesday, May 18
Senior Fellowship Outing – Meet at church at 1pm to carpool to Mt. Pleasant (see announcement for additional info)
Next Thursday, May 26
Ascension Day service – 7PM Hosted by Vogel CRC for area churches
Graduation Information Needed
We will be honoring our high school and college graduates on Sunday, May 22 at the 10AM service. Please submit a picture of the graduate as well as their favorite Bible verse and future plans. Please call or email the office with the information by May 17 or before so your grad will be recognized and celebrated at that service. Thanks!
Senior Fellowship Outing
Senior Fellowship 1st outing for the year will be Wednesday, May 18. We will be going to the Ziibiwing Center (Indian Museum) in Mt Pleasant. We plan to leave church at 1:00 P.M. The cost of admission is $3.75. After we have all enjoyed the museum we plan to stop in Clare at Buccilli's Pizza. Please sign up so we can tell them how many to plan on.
Council Request
If you are using the church kitchen for an event or ministry, please help keep our kitchen tidy by cleaning up and putting away the items you have used. Thanks for your help with this!
Ascension Day Service
Vogel Center CRC will be hosing an Ascension Day service for the area churches on Thursday, May 26 at 7:00pm, celebrating our risen Lod and His ascension to heaven.
Mission Trip at Rudyard
If you are interested in serving with our VIBE/Integrate students on the planned mission trip at Rudyard, please contact Jerry Quist or Amy Rice. The trip will be June 19-23 and the deadline for signing up to go is June 5.
Family Faith Formation
Faith Practice Reflection Tip - the Practice of Prayer: Read Psalm 130 and ponder or discuss the following questions. At what times in your life have you felt that you were in “the depths”? Were you able to pray during those times? Why or why not? The psalmist seems to experience despair and hope simultaneously. What role does hope play in our prayers—and in other parts of our faith formation?
AMEN Chorus Concert
The AMEN Chorus will be having a concert TODAY, Sunday, May 15 at 3:00 at Rehoboth Reformed Church in Lucas. Come out and enjoy an afternoon of inspirational music by this men’s singing group as well as the Rehoboth Handbell Choir. A free will offering will be accepted and distributed to various non-profit groups in our area.
Summer Job Opportunity
Center Lake Bible Camp is looking for summer staff. We are presently in need of counselors over the age of 18 and an evening cook to prepare the dinner meal. If you have interest or questions, please contact Doug Smith at 231-250-7339.
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece (Oct 6-18, 2022):
Travel to biblical sites connected with Paul's missionary journeys in Greece: Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth as well as Meteora and Delphi. Included is a fabulous 3-day cruise to Mykenos, Ephesis, Patmos, Crete and Santorini. Contact Dr. Jeff Weima, Professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading biblical scholar at weimje@calvinseminary.edu or 616-328-3110.
Missaukee Area Food Pantries
***There is free food available for families who need it at this time. See the distribution places and time on the foyer bulletin board or pick up a copy from the foyer table to pass on to those who could benefit from this service to the community. Rehoboth Ref. Church (every Thursday), Good Neighbor Food Pantry at Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Lake City (1st & 3rd Thursdays), or Prosper CRC (every other Thursday – May 19, June 2, 16, & 30)
VOGEL CENTER CRC COUNCIL OFFICERS
President – Joe Rozeveld
Vice-president – Jerry Quist
Alternate – Marv Quist
Clerk – Lyn Zuiderveen
Chair of Deacons – Dave Haverkamp
Secretary of Deacons – Jeremy Bode
Treasurer- Ryan Westmaas
VOGEL CENTER COUNCIL MEMBERS
Elders – Marv Quist, Joe Rozeveld, Lyn Zuiderveen
Al Diemer, Ray Hoekwater, Jerry Quist
Deacons - Jeremy Bode, Dave Haverkamp, Ryan Westmaas
Jake Huttenga, Josh Quist, Kyle Zuiderveen
District Elders Church Contact Information
A-C Marv Quist Church website – www.vogelcentercrc.org
D-Hoekstra Joe Rozeveld Church email – vccrc@outlook.com
Hoekwater – K Jerry Quist Ed/Outreach email – vogeloutreach@outlook.com
L-P Ray Hoekwater Church office – (231) 825-2053
Q-T Lyn Zuiderveen Church Office Hours – Tues. – Friday
V-Z Al Diemer 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Marquette – Andy Liimata Bulletin information by Thurs. at 1:00 pm
Prayer Requests
Pastor Adam can be reached at (231) 825-2038 or (616) 566-7937 for prayer requests and other concerns. District elders can also be called for prayer requests and other items of concern.
Welcome to
VOGEL CENTER CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
“A body of believers dedicated to worshipping, reaching out, and serving in the name of Christ Jesus.”
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“Pursuing Passion”
Romans 12:9-13
Morning Worship @ 10:00 AM
Refreshments and fellowship following the service.
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“Confidence in the Day of Trouble”
Psalm 27
Evening worship @ 6PM
Pastor Adam Barton
May 8, 2022
Order of Worship – 10:00 a.m.
Prelude
Welcome
Announcements
Invocation
*Mutual Greeting
*Call to Worship – I Corinthians 15:57-58
*Opening Praise
“Here I Am to Worship”
“The Stand”
Baptism of Mabel Jean DeZeeuw, daughter of Seth and Megan DeZeeuw
Recognition of Children’s Worship & Nursery volunteers
Morning Prayer
Offertory & Offerings for General Fund and VC New Building Addition Fund
*Song – “Take My Life and Let It Be” H 379 v. 1,2,3,5
Scripture – Romans 12:9-13
Message – “Pursuing Passion”
Message Prayer
*Song – “I have Decided to Follow Jesus” H 376 v. 1-
*God’s Blessing
*Doxology – “Take My Life and Let It Be” H 379 v. 6
Postlude
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanist: Karen Westmaas
Praise Team: Shelly Jenema, Loren Quist
Serving This Week – May 8
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanist: Karen Westmaas
Sound Booth: Phil Hoekwater, Tim Boven
Offerings: General Ministries & VC New Building Addition Fund
Nursery: Ashlie & Aylah Winkel, Willa DeZeeuw
Greeters: Jerry & Teresa Quist & John & Cheryl Quist
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: John & Kathy Tripp & Elders
PM Offering: Crossroads Christian Fellowship
Serving Next Week – May 15
Guest Pastor: Rich Langton
Accompanist: Sally Westmaas
Sound Booth: Dan Hoekstra, Chris Martz
Offerings: General Ministries & Mission Trips
Nursery: Sandy Lutke, Bret Benthem
Greeters: Craig Nederhoed, Tony & Ami Peterson
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: Daren & Kenda Gernaat & Elders
Prayers and Praises
Remember these with ongoing prayers for God’s Mercy and Blessing:
We express our sympathy to the relatives and friends of Harriet Quist who passed away on Tuesday. The visitation and funeral will be here at church tomorrow, May 9, beginning at 10am. May God bless all with His comfort!
For the Ryan and Kimber Westmaas family as Kimber has been hospitalized with an infection. She was able to return home on Thursday. Pray for complete healing and restored health and strength.
For Jason Huttenga’s girlfriend, Sheri Bisballe, who is walking a cancer journey and is currently undergoing chemo treatments. Pray that her side effects will be minimal and the treatments will be effective.
For Pastor Ken and Laurie Koning as Laurie has a series of radiation treatments. Pray for God’s grace and peace as well as strength and rest.
For our shut-ins, Ted and Marleen Heuker, Vivian Reinink, and Ed and Edie Meyering and others who are in care facilities and/or homebound. Pray for God’s peace and strength for each day.
For Chris DeBoer, Maranda Koopman, Lisa Proctor, Jack Van Drie, and all others who are experiencing health concerns or are healing from surgery. Pray for peace and patience as they live each day.
For all those in our church and community who are walking a cancer journey. Pray for continued good health reports.
For our senior saints and all who are limited in their daily activities due to age or illness and for all those who mourn the loss of loved ones.
For the Shaarda’s, Crickmore’s, Hoekwater’s, Crossroads Community Church, and the Josh and Poppy Buning family.
For Jessica Campbell and her family and all others we know who serve in the military. Thank you for your service.
Praising and thanking God:
Congratulations to Jim and Molly Nienhuis in the birth of their son on Thursday. Mom and baby are doing well.
Praise God for the celebration today of baptism for Mabel Jean DeZeeuw, infant daughter of Seth and Megan DeZeeuw.
Thank you to our Children’s Worship leaders and helpers and nursery volunteers who worked with our children’s ministries this season! You are greatly appreciated.
“Thank you so much for the plant, the cards and the visits during the loss of my father. It is greatly appreciated.” – Lum & Kari Hughston
“Thank you for all of the cards, thoughts, and prayers during John’s surgery and recovery and Diane’s health issues. We really appreciate all of them.” – John and Diane Lutke
Church Announcements
Today, Sunday, May 8
10:00 AM worship – Welcome to worship in person or livestreamed on the church Facebook page. Today we recognize and express appreciation for our Children’s Worship and nursery volunteers.
Baptism of Mabel Jean DeZeeuw, daughter of Seth and Megan DeZeeuw
Nursery is available as well as the “Quiet” bags.
Evening Worship – 6:00PM Message – “Confidence in the Day of Trouble”
Wednesday, May 11
GEMS Tea Party – 6:00-7:30PM with our pen pals
Saturday, May 14
Flower Sale – Pick up your orders between 11am-1pm. Extra flowers will also be available for sale.
Next Sunday, May 15
Guest pastor - Rich Langton
Graduation Information Needed
We will be honoring our high school and college graduates on Sunday, May 22 at the 10AM service. Please submit a picture of the graduate as well as their favorite Bible verse and future plans. Please call or email the office with the information by May 17 or before so your grad will be recognized and celebrated at that service. Thanks!
Senior Fellowship Outing
Senior Fellowship 1st outing for the year will be Wednesday, May 18. We will be going to the Ziibiwing Center (Indian Museum) in Mt Pleasant. We plan to leave church at 1:00 P.M. The cost of admission is $3.75. After we have all enjoyed the museum we plan to stop in Clare at Buccilli's Pizza. Please sign up so we can tell them how many to plan on.
Family Faith Formation
Faith Practice Reflection Tip - the Practice of Prayer: Read Psalm 145 and ponder or discuss the following questions. Of the four components of the ACTS model for prayer (adoration, confession, thanksgiving, supplication), adoration seems to be the part of prayer that is difficult for many people in the Reformed tradition. Is that true for you? If so, why do you think that is?
Bible League International
The latest edition of The Bible League Action Report, featuring “Shining God’s Light in a Buddhist Nation” is available in the foyer. Feel free to pick up a copy
Focus on Life Banquet
PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS. Wexford-Missaukee Right to Life will again have a spring "Focus on Life Banquet". It will be Monday, May 9, 2022 at the Northland Community Church. More details can be found on the foyer bulletin board poster.
Right to Life Information
Please be aware that there is a statewide petition being circulated called "Reproductive Freedom for All." paid for by Planned Parenthood and the ACLU.
Do not sign this petition. If successful, it would be on November's ballot to change our constitution that would erase all laws in Michigan restricting abortion at all ages. More information can be found on the foyer bulletin board.
NMCS Spring Band/Choir Concert
Please join us to celebrate the musical talents of our middle school and high school bands and choirs. The concert will be held at Highland Christian Reformed Church on Thursday, May 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Crushin' Cornhole Tournament
Join us on May 14th at Northern Michigan Christian for a fun-filled day of Cornhole hosted by Northern Michigan Christian School and Rummel Orthodontics! Registration begins at 12 pm and bags fly at 1 pm! Entry into the tournament includes at least 2 games of Cornhole (double elimination style), and opportunity for prizes! Bags and boards will be provided! Entry is $50 for a competitive team, and $20 for a student team. Teams playing in the competitive bracket may be students; however, a student team is available for leisure play against other students. If playing in the student bracket, students must be enrolled in grades 6th - 12th. Please sign up at nmcs.us, and if you have questions, please email Maddie Marks at mmarks@nmcs.us
AMEN Chorus Concert
The AMEN Chorus will be having a concert Sunday, May 15 at 3:00 at Rehoboth Reformed Church in Lucas. Come out and enjoy an afternoon of inspirational music by this men’s singing group as well as the Rehoboth Handbell Choir. A free will offering will be accepted and distributed to various non-profit groups in our area.
Summer Job Opportunity
Center Lake Bible Camp is looking for summer staff. We are presently in need of counselors over the age of 18 and an evening cook to prepare the dinner meal. If you have interest or questions, please contact Doug Smith at 231-250-7339.
Windmill Tours
Join Windmill Tours in one of our 2022 travel offerings. June 8 we will be spending the day in Shipshewana with dinner at the Carriage House. Signup deadline May 5.
Experience The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum plus so much more October 25-28. Cornwell's Turkeyville USA turkey luncheon buffet and Matinee "The Church Basement Ladies", October 22. for more information call 231-878-4961 or check out www.windmilltoursmi.com .
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece (Oct 6-18, 2022):
Travel to biblical sites connected with Paul's missionary journeys in Greece: Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth as well as Meteora and Delphi. Included is a fabulous 3-day cruise to Mykenos, Ephesis, Patmos, Crete and Santorini. Contact Dr. Jeff Weima, Professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading biblical scholar at weimje@calvinseminary.edu or 616-328-3110.
Missaukee Area Food Pantries
***There is free food available for families who need it at this time. See the distribution places and time on the foyer bulletin board or pick up a copy from the foyer table to pass on to those who could benefit from this service to the community. Rehoboth Ref. Church (every Thursday), Good Neighbor Food Pantry at Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Lake City (1st & 3rd Thursdays), or Prosper CRC (every other Thursday – May 5 & 19, June 2, 16, & 30)
VOGEL CENTER CRC COUNCIL OFFICERS
President – Joe Rozeveld
Vice-president – Jerry Quist
Alternate – Marv Quist
Clerk – Lyn Zuiderveen
Chair of Deacons – Dave Haverkamp
Secretary of Deacons – Jeremy Bode
Treasurer- Ryan Westmaas
VOGEL CENTER COUNCIL MEMBERS
Elders – Marv Quist, Joe Rozeveld, Lyn Zuiderveen
Al Diemer, Ray Hoekwater, Jerry Quist
Deacons - Jeremy Bode, Dave Haverkamp, Ryan Westmaas
Jake Huttenga, Josh Quist, Kyle Zuiderveen
District Elders Church Contact Information
A-C Marv Quist Church website – www.vogelcentercrc.org
D-Hoekstra Joe Rozeveld Church email – vccrc@outlook.com
Hoekwater – K Jerry Quist Ed/Outreach email – vogeloutreach@outlook.com
L-P Ray Hoekwater Church office – (231) 825-2053
Q-T Lyn Zuiderveen Church Office Hours – Tues. – Friday
V-Z Al Diemer 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Marquette – Andy Liimata Bulletin information by Thurs. at 1:00 pm
Prayer Requests
Pastor Adam can be reached at (231) 825-2038 or (616) 566-7937 for prayer requests and other concerns. District elders can also be called for prayer requests and other items of concern.
Welcome to
VOGEL CENTER CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
“A body of believers dedicated to worshipping, reaching out, and serving in the name of Christ Jesus.”
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“Sincere Love”
Romans 12:9-13
Morning Worship @ 10:00 AM
Refreshments and fellowship following the service.
Pastor Adam Barton
May 1, 2022
Order of Worship – 10:00 a.m.
Prelude – Olin Shaw, guest organist
Welcome
Announcements
Invocation
*Mutual Greeting
*Call to Worship – I Peter 1:22-23
*Opening Praise
“We Believe”
“Living for Jesus” H 372 v. 1,3
GEMS & Cadets presentation
Morning Prayer
Offertory & Offerings for General Fund and Many People’s Church- Hoekwater’s
Clarinet Duet – Tessa Hughston & Mackenzie Huttenga
Scripture – Romans 12:9-13
Message – “Sincere Love”
Message Prayer
*Song – “Freely, Freely” H 447 v. 1-2
*God’s Blessing
*Doxology – “The Servant Song
Postlude – Olin Shaw, guest organist
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanists: Sally Westmaas & Olin Shaw
Praise Team: GEMS girls, Marni Quist & Kim Winkel
Serving This Week – May 1
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanists: Sally Westmaas, Olin Shaw
Sound Booth: Chris Martz, Brian Hoekwater
Offerings: General Ministries & Many People’s Church – Hoekwater’s
Nursery: Jacie VandePol, Alaina Rozeveld
Greeters: GEMS & Cadets
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: GEMS & Cadets & Elders
Children’s Worship: Begin Summer Break
Serving Next Week – May 8
Pastor: Adam Barton
Accompanist: Karen Westmaas,
Sound Booth: Phil Hoekwater, Tim Boven
Offerings: General Ministries & VC New Building Addition Fund
Nursery: Ashlie & Aylah Winkel, Willa DeZeeuw
Greeters: Jerry & Teresa Quist & John & Cheryl Quist
Coffee Prep: Lyn & Dawn Zuiderveen
Coffee Hosts: John & Kathy Tripp & Elders
PM Offering: Crossroads Christian Fellowship
Prayers and Praises
Remember these with ongoing prayers for God’s Mercy and Blessing:
We express our sympathy to Terry and Sandy Lutke’s family and all other friends and family of Ruth Lutke. May God’s comfort and peace be with them.
Remember to pray for God’s comfort for the Barry Priellip family and friends as we express our sympathy to them in Barry’s passing last weekend.
For Jason Huttenga’s girlfriend, Sheri Bisballe, who is walking a cancer journey and is currently undergoing chemo treatments. Pray that her side effects will be minimal and the treatments will be effective.
For John and Kathy Tripp as they recover from influenza. Pray for a speedy recovery.
For Pastor Ken and Laurie Koning as Laurie has a series of radiation treatments. Pray for God’s grace and peace as well as strength and rest.
For our shut-ins, Ted and Marleen Heuker, Vivian Reinink, Harriet Quist and Ed and Edie Meyering and others who are in care facilities and/or homebound. Pray for God’s peace and strength for each day.
For Chris DeBoer, Ted Heuker, Maranda Koopman, Lisa Proctor, Jack Van Drie, and all others who are experiencing health concerns or are healing from surgery. Pray for peace and patience as they live each day.
For Norma Koetje, Deb Winkel, Kiyah Crowe, Laurie Koning, and all those in our church and community who are walking a cancer journey.
For our senior saints and all who are limited in their daily activities due to age or illness and for all those who mourn the loss of loved ones.
For the Shaarda’s, Crickmore’s, Hoekwater’s, Crossroads Community Church, and the Josh and Poppy Buning family.
For Jessica Campbell and her family and all others we know who serve in the military.
Praising and thanking God:
Congratulations to Donovan and Nichole (Catanzarite) Quist who were united in marriage yesterday! May God bless their home together!
Congratulations to Ryan and Kimber Westmaas in the birth of their daughter, Vera Rose, on Friday, April 22. Praise God for the gift of this new little one!
Thank you to our GEMS and Cadet leaders who volunteered to work with our children’s ministries this season! You are much appreciated!
Thank you to Olin Shaw who has returned as our guest organist again today! We appreciate his willingness to use his talents to help us in worship today.
Church Announcements
Today, Sunday, May 1
10:00 AM worship – Welcome to worship in person or livestreamed on the church Facebook page. Today we recognize and express appreciation for our GEMS and Cadet ministry students and volunteers.
Nursery is available as well as the “Quiet” bags.
Wednesday, May 4
VIBE Middle School group – 6:00-7:30PM- Final regular meeting this year
Next Sunday, May 8 @ the 10AM service
Children’s Worship & Nursery Volunteers will be recognized.
Baptism of Mabel Jean DeZeeuw, daughter of Seth and Megan DeZeeuw
National Day of Prayer
The annual National Day of Prayer service for our area will be held at the Calvin CRC on May 5 at 7PM. Everyone is invited and encouraged to join us.
Expressions of Thanks
“Thanks to our church family for the many expressions of love to Mom (Ruth Lutke) before her passing and to the friends that were there for her for many years. Thank you for your many ways of expressing that you cared after her passing with kind words, prayers, flowers, food brought in and so much more. Thanks to Pastor Adam, Sally, Carol, Phil in the sound booth and all those that prepared and served the luncheon. We are so blessed to be a part of this church family.” With our deepest thanks - Terry & Sandy Lutke & family
“Thank you to all of you on behalf of the Mike and Sally Shier family and the Boonstra’s for all your prayers, cards, food brought in and gift for Mike and Sally. We deeply appreciate it all.” – The Shier and Boonstra families
Thank you to the many wonderful people that have supported our area moms through the Highland-Vogel Chapter of MOPS/MOMSnext. Your blessings of food and financial support for this group have been greatly appreciated. Our season is coming to a close for the summer but we have some exciting and changes in the works for this fall. If you would like more information about MOPS/MOMSnext, please visit our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/highlandcrcmops. -MOPS Leadership Team
Graduation Information Needed
We will be honoring our high school and college graduates on Sunday, May 22 at the 10AM service. Please submit a picture of the graduate as well as their favorite Bible verse and future plans. Please call or email the office with the information by May 17 or before so your grad will be recognized and celebrated at that service. Thanks!
Family Faith Formation
Faith Practice Reflection Tip - the Practice of Prayer: Read Matthew 6:9-13 and ponder or discuss the following question. In Whistling in the Dark, Frederick Buechner writes, “‘Thy kingdom come . . . on earth’ is what we are saying. And if that were suddenly to happen, what then? What would stand and what would fall? . . . To speak those words is to invite the tiger out of the cage, to unleash a power that makes atomic power look like a warm breeze.” What are we asking when we pray for God’s kingdom to come on earth?
Upcoming Area Garage Sale
NMCS GARAGE SALE—MAY 12-14
We are pleased to announce that NMCS will be hosting a community-wide Garage Sale from Thursday, May 12 - Saturday, May 14. The
leftover items will go to Friends Ministry. We are asking for donations of the following items for our sale:
· Gently used clothing (no rips, stains, etc.) in all sizes excluding undergarments, socks, bathing suits, and shapewear.
· Electronics & household items (Decor, Kitchen Essentials, etc.)
· Gently used furniture (no stains, rips, NO mattresses/box springs) · Books & movies, Office supplies, Toys, Outdoor essentials (tools, decor, etc.)
· If you have questions about a specific item or need a different drop-off time, please email Maddie Marks mmarks@nmcs.us
These is the date to drop-off your gently used items: May 4 from 3 - 5 pm
Crushin' Cornhole Tournament
Join us on May 14th at Northern Michigan Christian for a fun-filled day of Cornhole hosted by Northern Michigan Christian School and Rummel Orthodontics! Registration begins at 12 pm and bags fly at 1 pm! Entry into the tournament includes at least 2 games of Cornhole (double elimination style), and opportunity for prizes! Bags and boards will be provided! Entry is $50 for a competitive team, and $20 for a student team. Teams playing in the competitive bracket may be students; however, a student team is available for leisure play against other students. If playing in the student bracket, students must be enrolled in grades 6th - 12th. Please sign up at nmcs.us, and if you have questions, please email Maddie Marks at mmarks@nmcs.us
Summer Job Opportunity
Center Lake Bible Camp is looking for summer staff. We are presently in need of counselors over the age of 18 and an evening cook to prepare the dinner meal. If you have interest or questions, please contact Doug Smith at 231-250-7339.
Focus on Life Banquet
PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS. Wexford-Missaukee Right to Life will again have a spring "Focus on Life Banquet". It will be Monday, May 9, 2022 at the Northland Community Church. More details can be found on the foyer bulletin board poster.
Right to Life Information
Please be aware that there is a statewide petition being circulated called "Reproductive Freedom for All." paid for by Planned Parenthood and the ACLU.
Do not sign this petition. If successful, it would be on November's ballot to change our constitution that would erase all laws in Michigan restricting abortion at all ages. More information can be found on the foyer bulletin board.
Windmill Tours
Join Windmill Tours in one of our 2022 travel offerings. June 8 we will be spending the day in Shipshewana with dinner at the Carriage House. Signup deadline May 5.
Experience The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum plus so much more October 25-28. Cornwell's Turkeyville USA turkey luncheon buffet and Matinee "The Church Basement Ladies", October 22. for more information call 231-878-4961 or check out www.windmilltoursmi.com .
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece (Oct 6-18, 2022):
Travel to biblical sites connected with Paul's missionary journeys in Greece: Philippi, Thessalonica, Berea, Athens, Corinth as well as Meteora and Delphi. Included is a fabulous 3-day cruise to Mykenos, Ephesis, Patmos, Crete and Santorini. Contact Dr. Jeff Weima, Professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading biblical scholar at weimje@calvinseminary.edu or 616-328-3110.
Missaukee Area Food Pantries
***There is free food available for families who need it at this time. See the distribution places and time on the foyer bulletin board or pick up a copy from the foyer table to pass on to those who could benefit from this service to the community. Rehoboth Ref. Church (every Thursday), Good Neighbor Food Pantry at Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Lake City (1st & 3rd Thursdays), or Prosper CRC (every other Thursday – May 5 & 19)
VOGEL CENTER CRC COUNCIL OFFICERS
President – Joe Rozeveld
Vice-president – Jerry Quist
Alternate – Marv Quist
Clerk – Lyn Zuiderveen
Chair of Deacons – Dave Haverkamp
Secretary of Deacons – Jeremy Bode
Treasurer- Ryan Westmaas
VOGEL CENTER COUNCIL MEMBERS
Elders – Marv Quist, Joe Rozeveld, Lyn Zuiderveen
Al Diemer, Ray Hoekwater, Jerry Quist
Deacons - Jeremy Bode, Dave Haverkamp, Ryan Westmaas
Jake Huttenga, Josh Quist, Kyle Zuiderveen
District Elders Church Contact Information
A-C Marv Quist Church website – www.vogelcentercrc.org
D-Hoekstra Joe Rozeveld Church email – vccrc@outlook.com
Hoekwater – K Jerry Quist Ed/Outreach email – vogeloutreach@outlook.com
L-P Ray Hoekwater Church office – (231) 825-2053
Q-T Lyn Zuiderveen Church Office Hours – Tues. – Friday
V-Z Al Diemer 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
Marquette – Andy Liimata Bulletin information by Thurs. at 1:00 pm
Prayer Requests
Pastor Adam can be reached at (231) 825-2038 or (616) 566-7937 for prayer requests and other concerns. District elders can also be called for prayer requests and other items of concern.