May 11, 2008
Pentecost
THE WORD OF GOD
Old Testament Reading: Exodus 19:1-24
First New Testament Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31
Second New Testament Reading: Acts 2
Sermon: Guest Preacher Dr. Karlfried Froehlich
PARTICIPANTS IN SERVICE:
Dr. Karlfried Froehlich, Preaching
Rev. Richard Raum, Pastor
Rev. Dr. Laura Smit, Liturgist
Cynthia Bristol, Organist
Matt Bacon, Soundboard
Jon Bacon, Screens
Ed Grimaldi, AV Supervisor
Dan Caris, Randy DeNeff, Jim Owens & Jim Weaver, Ushers
NEXT WEEK’S COUNTERS: Jan Pietrzyk & Heather Findeisen
NEXT WEEK’S COFFEE SERVERS: Jon & Sheri Bacon, the Gilligan family and the Siebers
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9:00 AM—3:00 PM
CHANCEL FLOWERS: The flowers today are given by Eleanor Shaffer in loving memory of her late husband, A. Jack Shaffer.
WELCOME VISITORS
We welcome you to Forest Hills Presbyterian Church! We hope you experience worship as faithful and inspiring, and as relevant to your lives. We encourage you to pick up material about the church on the literature table, to the right as you leave worship. We also invite you to gather with us for refreshments and conversation, in the Fellowship Hall. Please introduce yourself to Pastor Raum, as well. If you would like to learn more about this church, gatherings (with lunch) are offered, following worship, the first Sunday of each month. The next one is June 1. Gather at the back of the sanctuary at 10:45. The gatherings go to 12:30. Thanks for worshiping with us, and please, come again!
WELCOME DR. KARLFRIED FROEHLICH
Today we welcome Dr. Karlfried Froehlich, Professor Emeritus of Ecclesiastical History and Guest Lecturer in Theology and Art, Princeton Theological Seminary, where until retirement he held the Benjamin B. Warfield Chair of Theology. Today Dr. Froehlich is teaching an Adult Class and preaching at the second service; and tomorrow he will speak at a West Michigan Princeton Seminary Alumni Luncheon held here at Forest Hills Presbyterian Church.
WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS
Joe and Karrie Kline, and their children Alex, Andrew and Grace
Cheryl Lentine, and her husband Christopher with their son Ethan and daughter Sophia
Matt and Paula Woodend, and their children Haley and Tyler
SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Next Sunday, May 18, is the final Sunday with the program-year schedule
8:00 am: Contemplative Service
10:15 am: Music Sunday and High School Senior Recognition Sunday
Reception for graduates following the service
Beginning May 25, through August 31 (summer schedule)
8:00 am: Contemplative Service
9:30 am: Worship
Fellowship time between services
BIBLE STUDIES
Women’s Bible Study meets two Thursdays per month, 9:30—11:00 AM, in the Bread House.
Upcoming class: May 22.
Sunday Evening Bible Study on the Parables of Jesus has concluded for the season and will resume in September.
UPCOMING ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES
SUNDAYS, 9:00 am:
May 18: “Where Faith Comes to Life...” in the Military led by a panel of church members with military experience
Full Nesters (parents with young children) Bible Study on “Raising Spiritual Children”, Sundays at 9:00 AM, in Room 13. *Lesson 4.
DISCUSSION OF EXPELLED: NO INTELLIGENCE ALLOWED
Anyone who would like to talk about the film Expelled is invited to gather at church on Sunday, May 18, 7:00 PM. The film, playing at Celebration North, raises issues of first importance concerning faith and science, and in a way both provocative and entertaining. See the film at your convenience then come discuss it at church!
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
MAY 18:
9:00 am—”Women of Faith” centers
10:15 am—Church School, normal schedule
10:15 AM CHURCH SCHOOL STAFF NEEDED FOR 2008-2009
Starting today we will be looking for teachers and helpers for the 10:15 AM Church School time to lead our preschoolers-6th graders for the 2008/2009 school year. Volunteers, you work in teams and can set your own schedule. Training will also be given. Come check out the sign up sheet in the Narthex. We need 2 teachers and 2 helpers for each class. Questions? Talk to Amy Brown or Jason Nagel.
Our Programs for children continue in the summer during the 9:30 AM Worship Service. We need you to help volunteer in the following areas:
1. Nursery: Sign-up in the nursery area to be a caregiver.
2. Our Summer Children’s Church “God Rocks!” for preschoolers—4th graders:
Sign-up in the Narthex by the “Walk with Me” sign-ups. Lead one Sunday this summer.
Parents, if you have children in this age group, we especially need you!
MISSION/SERVICE
SAVE THE DATE FOR FESTIVAL
Festival of the Arts will be held in downtown Grand Rapids this year from June 6 to June 8. The FHPC food booth is the primary fundraiser for the Church’s mission programs. While the planning process is already far along, the need for volunteers will start in early June with the baking of cookies for sale at Festival. Over 100 volunteer shifts will be necessary for the Church’s participation in Festival. Please clear your calendar, as best you can, to help make this event a success. Volunteer sign-ups will be available after services starting in mid-May. If you have any questions, please call Tom Sullivan at 682-0434.
SUPPORT THE YOUTH SUMMER MISSION TRIP—EAT SWEETS!
Today, May 11, the Senior High Youth Group will be selling yummy treats from the Cosmic Candy Company to raise money for this summer’s mission trip to Milwaukee, WI. Yummy treats include Fudge-Dipped Apples, Flavored Popcorn, Cinnamon Roasted Nuts, Pop Baskets and Chocolate Bouquets. (Husbands and Children: the Chocolate Bouquets make a great Mother’s Day gift!) If you know you won’t be in church on those Sundays, see Jason or a Sr. High youth to place your order. The Youth Group and the folks in Milwaukee thank you for your support.
FELLOWSHIP
FOREST HILLS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH GOLF OUTING
Who: All golfers, all abilities
What: 9 holes of golf, 4-person teams, “scramble” format.
Where: Deer Run Golf Club, 13955 Cascade Rd., SE
When: June 1st
Time: Starts at 2:00 PM (with Tee Times from there.)
Why: To meet and greet each other and have fun!
Price: $25 (includes cart)
Call: Scott Hammon to sign-up—940-2542
KAIROS
All parents who need a night out!: It’s time to get together again! Come hang-out with fellow parents at Steve and Amber Wierenga’s house on Friday, May 16 at 7:00 PM. You can look forward to fellowship, good food, and learning fun facts about people you see around the church! Please bring an appetizer and/or beverage to share. RSVP by calling AmberWierenga at 551-3340 or Maureen Anderson at 954-2070. All members and visitors are welcome. See you there!
RESIDENTIAL FIRE PROTECTION
The Hunky Dories and Mizpahs (two of the church’s social groups) are co-hosting a special event this month which is open to all church members and visitors. This event will be held in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, May 17, at 7:00 pm. Guest speaker, Tom Cardy, will give a presentation on Residential Fire Protection. Dessert and coffee will be served. There is no charge. Please call Lois Carey at 942-9811 if you have any questions.
MEN
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Meets the first and third Wednesday of each month, at 7:45 am, at the Gathering Place. The next one is scheduled for May 21.
WOMEN
PW LUNCHEON: All women are invited to lunch at Sayfee’s Restaurant the first Tuesday of each month at 12:30 PM. Please RSVP to Sandy Suarez at 949-8172. The next luncheon is June 3, 2008.
COMMUNITY
GRAND RAPIDS URBAN YOUNG LIFE FUNDRAISING GOLF OUTING
The outing will be held on Monday, May 19, at Thornapple Pointe, with registration and lunch at 11:30 am and start at 12:30 pm. Donation for participation is $125/person. If four members from the church are interested, they can participate as a scramble team. For more information contact John Barrows.
ENGAGING THE VISUAL CULTURE: ART TO MAKE VISIBLE THE INVISIBLE
Workshop on May 15, 2008, 9:00 am—2:30 pm, at Western Theological Seminary, Holland. Leader will be Chris Stoffel Overvoorde, Professor of Art Emeritus, Calvin College. Information and registration online at journey.westernsem.edu or call 616-392-8555 X167. Open to all who are interested in the relationship between faith and art.
COMMUNITY FOLDER
Flyers with information on various community events are available in the community folder on the information desk in the Narthex.