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Girls Club: GEMSGirls Club: GEMSGirls Club: GEMSGirls Club: GEMS Boys Club: CadetsBoys Club: CadetsBoys Club: CadetsBoys Club: Cadets ⇒ Ages 8 to 15 ⇒ Meet Thursday evenings 6:30 to

8:00 pm ⇒ Sharing a fun time through bible

study, crafts and games ⇒ Contact Persons: Arlene Bakker at 661-1925 Mike Stienstra at 779-5865

Junior YouthJunior YouthJunior YouthJunior Youth ⇒ Grades 7 to 9 ⇒ Meet every 2nd Friday for Bible

Study and fun activities ⇒ Contact Jeff Steendam 222-4321

Youth Group / Young Peoples Youth Group / Young Peoples Youth Group / Young Peoples Youth Group / Young Peoples

SocietySocietySocietySociety ⇒ Grade 10 and up ⇒ Meet Sunday evenings following

the pm worship service ⇒ Contact Person: Darran McLarty at 219-7198

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EveningEveningEveningEvening ⇒ One Wednesday evening per

month from September to May ⇒ Women of all ages meet for crafts

and conversation and a short de-votion

⇒ Contact Person: Grace Zylstra at 444-3299

Coffee Break / Story HourCoffee Break / Story HourCoffee Break / Story HourCoffee Break / Story Hour ⇒ Time out for women ⇒ Meet every Thursday morning from 9:00 to 11:00 ⇒ Encourages women to discover

what the Bible says and means for their lives.

⇒ Story Hour program provides activities for pre-school children

⇒ Infant nursery is available ⇒ Contact Person: Jen McLarty 219-7198 Kim Westervelt 222-8576

Bible Study GroupsBible Study GroupsBible Study GroupsBible Study Groups ⇒ Small groups who meet on a ⇒ regular basis for Bible study and

fellowship ⇒ Contact Person: Ronalee Steendam at 222-4321

Breakfast ClubBreakfast ClubBreakfast ClubBreakfast Club ⇒ Meets Monday, Wednesday and

Friday mornings at Wayota School from 7:30 to 8:30

⇒ Provides a light breakfast to ele-mentary students who may not have breakfast available at home

⇒ Contact a deacon if you would like to help

Transcona Christian

Reformed Church

My son, preserve sound judgment and discernment, do not let them out of your sight.

Proverbs 3:20-22

Welcome! Please join us for worship.

Sunday Worship Services are at 9:30 am and 6:00 pm.

Nursery available for Infant to 3 yrs.

Story Hour Available for 3 to 4 yrs.

Sunday School (after morning service) for Ages 4—10

131 Victoria Avenue West

PO Box 62058, Transcona RPO

Winnipeg, MB R2C 5G2

Web-site: www.transconacrc.ca

Church Office: (204) 222-4380

Pastor’s Office: (204) 222-4336

For Bulletin Announcements:

Email: transconacrcbulletin@gmail.com

Deadline: Wednesday at 8 pm

Or call the church office

Office Hours: Tues - Fri 11am - 3pm

Sunday, February 17th, 2013 Morning Service

at 9:30 am led by Pastor Dan Vos

Prelude

Gathering Songs

*Call to Worship

*Silent Prayer

*God’s Greeting

*Song of Praise

Call to Confession

Prayer of Confession

Assurance of Pardon

God’s Will for Us

Song of Response

Congregational Prayer

Offering

*Hymn

Prayer for Illumination

Scripture Reading

Sermon

Prayer of Response

*Hymn of Response

*God’s Blessing

*Doxology

Psalm 27:4–6

Revelation 1:4–5

Jesus, Draw Me Close

Matthew 16:24–27

Acts 13:38–39

Ephesians 4:25–5:2

Blessed Be Your Name

World Renew: Zachary & Robin Entz

PH 480 O Jesus, I Have Promised

1 Thess. 4:13–18 (p.1171)

No Child of God Left Behind

GH 1 Blessed Assurance

Numbers 6:24–26

PH 469 By the Sea of Crystal

Sunday, February 17th, 2013 Evening Service

at 6:00 pm led by Pastor Dan Vos

Prelude

Gathering Songs

*Call to Worship

*Silent Prayer

*God’s Greeting

*Opening Hymn

*We Confess Our Faith

*Hymn

Congregational Prayer

Offering

Offertory Song

Prayer of Illumination

Scripture Reading

Sermon

Prayer of Application

*Song of Response

*God’s Blessing

*Doxology

Psalm 57:7–11

2 Corinthians 13:14

PH 383 O For a Thousand Tongues

Apostles’ Creed

GH 263 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise

Christian Blind Mission International

Let It Be Said of Us

Zechariah 8:1–8 (p.942)

The Peaceful City

PH 471 Jerusalem the Golden

1 Thessalonians 5:23–24

PH 373 vv. 1, 4 Beautiful Savior

Prayer Corner God is not a man, that He should lie, nor a son of man, that He should change His mind. Does He speak and then not act? Does He promise and not fulfill? Numbers 23:19 God does not lie; (Titus 1:1-3) in fact Hebrews 6:18 tells us that it is impossible for God to lie. Godʼs word is true (Psalm 33:4) and He gives us directions on how to live. (Hebrews 4:12-13; Isaiah 48:17) Godʼs promises are true and He never goes back on them. (2 Corinthians 1:20; Joshua 23:14; Psalm 119:140; 145:13b) So - if God is the God of truth, it only stands to reason that we should live a life of truth, (Colossians 1:10-14; John 8:31 & 32; Titus 2:11-15a) doing what is right in Godʼs eyes. Itʼs easy to let ourselves be led astray by nice sounding words and ideas. Itʼs easy to choose wrong directions and get detoured away from Godʼs will for our lives. Itʼs easy to let ourselves get sucked dry, spiritually, by being so busy we donʼt have time to spend with the One who gave His all for us. Itʼs easy to lose our joy and peace in our day-to-day living, to replace Godʼs joy and peace with “things” which only bring a temporary fulfilment. We need to spend time with God in His Word to check things out. We need to choose Godʼs truth to live by. (Ephesians 4:14-16; 2 John 1-6) We need to live with joy and thankful heart, with integrity that sits deep within our heart and gives us a peace beyond our understanding. (Philippians 4:4-7; 2 Thessalonians 3:16; Romans 15:13) Trust that no matter what obstacle steps into our path, God can and will handle it with us. (Isaiah 43:1-3a) Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable - if anything is excellent or praiseworthy - think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, (Paul) or seen in me - put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. (Philippians 4:8 & 9)

Draw near. Come boldly. Come often.

Prayer Partner - Marta Menheer

SERVING GOD

TODAY:

Greeters:

Ushers:

Elders:

Accompanist:

Pre-Service:

Audio/Visual:

Coffee:

Library:

Nursery:

John & Frances Jeninga

Jeff Steendam, Ray Anema

AM: Gord Zylstra PM: John Boorsma

AM: Janneke Hamstra & Shalynn Westervelt

PM: Lisa Vos

Scott Halbesma

Todd Schreuders, Tyler Westervelt

Ray & Nellie Anema, Ron & Linda Schreuders

Florence Meulenkamp

AM:

Miranda Kunkel

Nancy Prejet

Brandon Vaags

Cailey Vaags

Story-Time

Kim Westervelt

Dayna Zwiers

PM:

Netty Zwiers

Caleb Hamstra

February 24th:

Greeters:

Ushers:

Elders:

Accompanists:

Pre-Service:

Audio/Visual:

Coffee:

Library:

Nursery:

John & Bev Steendam

Ron & Linda Schreuders

AM: John Siepman PM: Arnold Kamerman

AM: Maureen Vaags-Nyhof PM: Bev Steendam

Lillian Westervelt

Tyler Westervelt, Val Smid

Ray & Deb van Boven, John & Yvonne Zwiers

Florence Meulenkamp

AM:

Patsy Nederhoed

Yvonne Jeninga Cole Steendam

Corrine Zwiers

Story-Time

Lizanne LeFloch

Reid Nyhof

PM:

Renee Zwiers

Danica Feeleus

Weekly Calendar

Today • Sunday School Immediately after the service.

• Grade 5 & 6 Bible Study today • Choir meets in the Sanctuary after the service.

• Park Manor Service @ 3:15 (Darryl W, Ronalee, Kim W

& kids, Rick & Ann Vaags)

Tuesday • Catechism @ 7:15 p.m.

Wednesday • Elder Meeting @ 7:00 p.m.

Thursday • Coffee Break from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.

Nursery: Betty D., Joyce V. (Harvey) 2/3’s:Ann V.

• GEMS/Cadets @ 6:30 p.m.

Saturday • Grandparents/Seniors Supper from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.@

Covenant CRC

Upcoming Dates to

Remember: • Administration Comm. Meeting - Tues. Feb. 26th

• Sea to Sea Soup Supper - Saturday, March 2nd

• Sea to Sea Pancake Breakfast - March 16th

Our Church Family Family Matters: � Helen Bomhoff’s 19 year old niece has been diagnosed with Stage 3

Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Please pray for Stephanie, as this is a recent

diagnosis, and the cancer seems to be progressing.

� We pray for Jack Hadaller as he remains in the hospital. We pray for

wisdom for the doctors.

� Lift up Harry Schriemer in prayer as he has undergone tests, and waits

for results.

� We praise God with Janna Alkema as she has had favorable reports

from the doctor recently. She will continue to have a few more rounds

of chemo.

� Please remember to pray for Henry and Frances Kunkel as Henry is at

home dealing with ALS.

� Fran Van Heyst, Allan Tiel’s sister, began chemo recently. Please pray

for her during her time of treatment.

Calvin Christian Schools Open Houses

iPad Giveaway!

Those who visit either campus Open House between January 17 - March

21 , and any families who refer them, will have their names placed in our

draw for an iPad!

Open House Times:

Tours available at both campuses every Thursday from January 17-

March 21 7:30am-5:00pm

No appointment necessary. www.calvinchristian.mb.ca

An information card is available by the mail-boxes.

Promise Keepers Canada Presents: Alive

Join Thousands of Men Across Canada attending Alive! (March 8 & 9)

Two Days Of:

Fantastic speakers

Inspiring Music A great weekend with your friends

The Alive Conference is a great opportunity to impact the lives of men

around you. Bring your friends, sons, your neighbor and men from your

church! Bring someone - Make an Impact! This event will be held at Church of the Rock 1397 Buffalo Place, Winnipeg,

MB. Special offer for Church Groups! There is reduced rates for youth, and

early bird specials!

See posters in the Fellowship Hall for more details and information!

This is your invitation to an encouraging, relevant and free evangelism

training event near you. Please attend and encourage others to join you.

This training opens the door to your participation in My Hope with Billy

Graham—the largest evangelistic initiative in our organization’s 60-year

history, in November of 2013. The training will take place in Winnipeg –

Thursday, Feb. 21 from 9 a.m. to noon – Calvary Temple Church, 400

Hargrave Street . Please contact Christy Nova to confirm your

attendance at cnova@bgea.ca or 1.800.293.3717. We look forward to

you joining us. For more information, please visit the MyHope2013.org

website. Also see the info on the bulletin board in the Fellowship hall.

A Musical Thank You!

The music committee would like to express its sincere thanks for all those

who gave of their time, effort and musical talent in recent months to

enhance our services for baptisms, during Advent, Christmas, and New

Year's. Your willingness and commitment is commendable and the

variety and beauty of the music was enjoyed and appreciated by all.

Music Committee

Council Report:

� Request to create a ‘crying’ room off the sanctuary. Referred to the

Administration committee.

� It was brought to our attention that more work may be required in the

implementation of the plan to protect in order to receive

comprehensive coverage through our insurance. Options to be

pursued before this is undertaken.

� Classical credentials were completed with Pastor Dan and Arnold

Kamerman attending. Roger Vaags will be an alternate. Meetings are

at Edina MN, March 4th and 5th.

� Congregational spring meeting date has been set for March 11th.

� Future Lord Supper Sundays have been tentatively set for March 29th

(Good Friday) and June 9th.

� Congratulations to Pastor Dan for his acceptance into the PhD

program at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, and his recent

acceptance into the PhD program at Boston College.

Don't Wait Any Longer: Sign Up for the Sea to Sea Bike Tour & Help End

Poverty! The March 1 deadline for signing up for Sea to Sea is quickly

approaching! Take a few minutes and register today as a cyclist or

volunteer. The tour begins June 22 in Los Angeles and ends August 24 in

New York City. Together, we can end poverty! To register, simply go to

www.seatosea.org.

WORLD RENEW Disaster Response Services - Super-storm Sandy left be-

hind people with many needs. If you are interested in volunteering to

lend a listening ear to survivors to determine their needs and begin the

next step of recovery, contact us at drs@worldrenew.net or 800-848-5818.

Please Remember our Shut-in Members: ∗ Mr. George Brakel - St. Amant Center; 440 River Rd. R2M 3Z9 ∗ Mrs. Bep Pastoor – 298-171 Donwood Dr.; R2G 0V9

∗ Mrs. Mary Vandermolen - Harmony Court – 304-1778 Pembina Hwy;

R3T 1R2

Offerings

Today: AM: World Renew: Zachary and Robin Entz: Ministry partners working

with World Hunger Relief, serving in Mali, West Africa.

PM: Christian Blind Mission International: Christian Blind Mission International is motivated by God’s love to break the cycle of poverty and disability. Founded in 1908, CBM helps over 18 million sick and disabled people each year at more than 1000 projects in over 100 of the world’s poorer countries.

February 24th: AM: World Renew: World Renew (formerly CRWRC) is the relief

and development arm of the Christian Reformed Church. It reaches out in

God’s name to people, both in North America and around the world, who are struggling with poverty, hunger, disaster and injustice to help them find lasting ways to improve their lives. PM: Hope Centre Ministries: Hope Centre Ministries exists to celebrate the gifts and uniqueness of individuals who live with disabilities and support them in their

walk with God and their faith community.

Birthday Congratulations: Ray Anema on February 19th

New Bulletin Board Items:

� An Evening with C.S. Lewis February 21, 22

� Calvin Christian Open House

� Transcona Council for Seniors - February Menu & Activities

� Promise Keepers Alive Conference on March 8 & 9

� Providence College Public Lectures

� Providence College Theatre Presentation of Schoolhouse

� in 2013 A conference that highlights inclusion - April 26-27

� Brian Doerksen and band live in Concert April 27th

Announcements

Calling All Youth – This Saturday, Feb 23rd, the Jr. and Sr. Youth are

hosting a special dinner at Covenant CRC for your grandparents and

others over 55 from Covenant and Transcona CRC. Youth are asked to

be at Covenant at 4:30 to prepare. Dinner is from 5:00-7:30. You can

still sign up your grandparents today on the sign-up sheet in the

fellowship hall.

SEA To SEA update

Joyce and I are back on track with our training. We are putting a couple

of hours at least every second day, in the saddle on a stationary

setup. We need to develop those callouses, and muscles required for the

trip.

Plans are coming along for our fundraiser on March 2nd. There is a sign-

up sheet on the door of the fellowship hall for anyone that can assist

us. Keep that evening open.

The organizers of Sea to Sea, are looking for more riders, either for the full

ride or just small parts. If you can join us, go to www.seatosea.org to sign

up. Thanks, Harvey and Joyce

Council News

Council has endorsed the calling committee’s recommendation to

extend a call to Pastor Kasey Vanderveen.

The voting will take place March 3rd after the morning service. A

minimum of 75% affirmation vote is required from the congregation

before the motion is approved.

The Motion is as follows: Are you in favor of Transcona Christian Reformed Church extending a

call to Pastor Kasey Vanderveen?

Absentee ballots will be accepted if they are in the format as provided by Council and validated by the members signature on the envelope

that it is received in. (ballots will be available by the mail boxes)

Council has committed this process to prayer and encourages the congregation to do the same as we discern God’s will for TCRC. There will be a short congregational meeting after the morning service on

February 24th where the Calling Committee will entertain questions from

the congregation.

Good Friday/Easter choir: A choir is being formed to sing on Good Friday

(March 29) and Easter Sunday (March 31 AM). We will rehearse in the

sanctuary on Sundays, immediately following our morning worship. We

will officially begin February 17 (today) . Grades 7 and up (no upper age

limit!) are encouraged to come. Contact Lisa Vos with any questions.

Are you 55 or over? The youth of Transcona and Covenant CRC’s would

like to invite you to dinner! On Feb 23rd from 5:00-7:30, they will be hosting a special evening at Covenant CRC and they hope you can

come. The cost for the meal is $10.00 and there will be an opportunity to

support this summer’s youth mission trip if you would like. We are hoping

to finalize our numbers today, so please sign up on the sheet on the

fellowship hall door to let us know you are coming.

On April 26-27, Hope Centre Ministries is sponsoring in2013, a conference

for churches and other Christian organizations/ministries who want to

grow in their understanding of inclusion. Information can be found by the

mailboxes or by checking the conference website: www.in2013.org. If

you are an elder or deacon, Sunday school teacher, youth leader, or are

concerned about helping to make us a more welcoming church, the

conference offers workshops to increase our awareness of the needs of

others and to build our skills to address those needs. Funding is available

to enable your attendance. If you would like to attend, please contact

John Boorsma.

Zachary & Robin Entz, the missionary couple we support, are going to be

in Winnipeg and will be doing a presentation in our church on Sunday

March 24th, in the evening service, about their work with World Renew in

Mali.

Note from Council: Calvin Vaags, Robert Reinink, and Aaron Jeninga

completed their terms of service as elders and deacon in 2012. Arnold

Kamerman, Roger Vaags, Gordon Zylstra, Fred Jeninga and Frank Smid

are completing their terms this year. As you consider nominations for

elders and deacons, please keep in mind that we have traditionally

allowed for two years between terms.