Offerings next week are for the following causes:
Morning: General Fund and Benevolence
Evening: Trinity Christian and Reformed Free Publishing
Nursery this morning: Mrs. Andy Moss, Alexa M., Lenora B.
This evening: Faith P., Sydney B., Shayna D.R.
Next Sunday morning: Emily U., Ashley Van Engen, Abby V.G.
Next Sunday evening: Mrs. D. Poppema, Leah G., Zoe G.
Ushers: For July: Colton Hoksbergen, Brady Kooiker, Travis Kooima
Listen to the Reformed Witness Hour every Sunday on KLOH 1050 AM at 8:00 a.m. and KDCR 88.5 FM at 5:00 p.m. Today’s message is “Husbands, Love with Purpose” (Ephesians 5:25-27). Next week’s message will be “The Husband is the Head of His Wife” (Ephesians 5:23).
FROM THE CONSISTORY OR COUNCIL
We welcome all visitors worshiping with us today. May God’s name be exalted as we worship together. The order of our worship service is printed on the back of this bulletin.
The baptism of Michael Levi, infant son of Brian and Stephanie Van Engen, is scheduled to take place this morning. We thank God for the gift of covenant children and pray He will grant the parents the grace needed to raise this little one in the fear of His name.
The sermon this evening will be a preparatory sermon with a view to partaking of the Lord’s Supper next Sunday morning. Supervision is exercised over the sacrament, so that only those who are members of our congregation in good standing, or those who have received special permission from the Consistory will be allowed to partake of the sacrament. May we be made worthy partakers of the supper of our Lord.
The offering totals for the month of June were General Fund $21,468.19, Received YTD $135,103.16, Budgeted YTD $137,250, Benevolent Fund $4,175.19, Balance $36,106.06, Building Fund $4,972.50, Hull PRCS $7,291.16, Beacon Lights $339.25, Trinity CHS $5,593.25, Sunday School $378.85, and Reformed Witness Committee $390.80.
CHURCH CALENDAR
Tuesday: The Consistory will meet at 7:00 p.m.
CONCERNING THE CONGREGATION
Aaron De Jong is asked to write to Gary Brummel and Dayna De Roon to Derick Grimm.
We rejoice with Jordan and Brianna Tamminga (nee Zandstra) who were united in marriage this past Friday. May our heavenly Father richly bless their marriage that it may reflect that of Christ and His church.
From Lane & Tricia: With heavy hearts we left our appointment on Monday. Tricia was scheduled for labs, dr. appointment, and chemo following. The labs showed that her platelets were too low for treatment, so we will have to wait for them to come back up. Dr. Krie also did a CAT scan since there has been some pain in the lower abdomen area. The CT scan showed there is a blood clot in one of the veins that will need to be taken care of, but that cannot be done till her platelets have rebounded. So that will be rechecked tomorrow, and if they are up, she will begin shots to dissolve the blood clot. CT scan also showed the cancer is continuing to grow in the live, and that the current treatment plan is not working. Dr. Krie is going to start a new IV chemo regiment as soon as Tricia’s numbers are back up, but we were also informed that our treatment options are running out. We continue to pray that God will use the medical means for a measure of healing. Please pray for us as we go forward for contentment and perfect peace in God’s way for us whatever it may be and for renewed strength and courage. Please pray for our children as they struggle with fears and doubts as well. Let us continue to pray to our merciful and loving Father in heaven that He may draw Lane, Tricia, and their family ever nigh unto Him. “My soul followeth hard after thee: thy right hand upholdeth me.” Psalm 63:8
Marie Brummel is expected to be released from the hospital in Sioux Center sometime this week. Let us continue to remember her and her family in our prayers.
Directory update: Carl and Nicole Bruinsma’s address is 1506D 30th Ave. Rock Valley, IA 51247. Phone numbers: Nicole (712) 539-8194 and Carl (708) 355-0189.
CHURCH NEWS
Rev. and Crysta Brummel and Jim and Brenda Regnerus returned home from the Philippines this past Thursday.
Rev. Huizenga declined the call from Peace PRC.
Doon PRC called Rev. Brummel to be missionary to the Philippines.
Synod 2015 accepted our invitation to host synod next year. Synod 2016 is scheduled to convene here on Tuesday, June 14. There will be a presynodical worship service here the night before.
REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sunday School: Today we are studying Lesson 33 and singing Psalter 403:1-3. Next week will be Lesson 34 and Psalter 392:1
A Night of Organ Music will be this Wednesday, July 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Hull Protestant Reformed Church. It will be an evening of praise to God utilizing the new Allen Organ that has recently been installed. Current organists and students will be playing selections which highlight the features of the new organ. You are cordially invited to attend.
Trinity Christian High School will hold its annual society meeting on Monday, July 13, at 7:30 p.m. The nominees to stand for election to the board are Jeff Andringa, Rob Andringa, Mark Hoekstra, Barry Pollema, Tim Postma, and Dave Van Egdom. Agendas are available on the back table.
Bus Drivers Needed: Two full-time drivers, one part-time driver (an afternoon route), and persons able to be occasional fill-in drivers are still needed for the 2015-2016 school year at Hull PRCS. Please call Carl Maassen at 712-470-1588 for details.
Young people: Please reserve Monday, August 3, for our trip to Valley Fair. More details will come later.
The Christian Fellowship Summer Picnic will be held Tuesday, July 21, at 6:30 p.m. at Hubbling Park in Hull. Pizza and dessert will be provided. New members are welcome to attend! Please sign up on the sign-up sheet by the kitchen window if you plan to join us for this night of fellowship and fun!
Convention Chaperone Committee: We are in desperate need of more male chaperones. You must be 23 years of age or older to apply. Please email the convention email asap, and thank you again for applying!
There are still some 2015 Denominational Directories available. To order, please email Laura@hopeprcdirectory.com or call (616) 453-6858.
The Young Adults’ Retreat Committee will meet Wednesday, July 15, at 7:00 p.m. at Calvary PRC. New members are welcome.