MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE

The Songs of Christmas

9:30 A.M.
* denotes standing

EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE

The Temptation of Christ

5:30 P.M.
* denotes standing

Prelude
Welcome & Announcements........................................Pastor Steve Igo Congregational Greeting ................................ The Passing of the Peace

Prelude
Gathering Songs ...................................................... Elder Ted Himebook

The Living God Calls Us to Worship .................. Call to Worship We Enter Into Gods Presence
In Song* ...... Lift up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates! Hymn 198 (vv.1-4) In Prayer ................................................................ Prayer of Approach

The Living God Summons Us .............................. Call to Worship We Enter Into Gods Presence
In Song* .................................. Hallelujah, Praise Jehovah, Hymn 110 In Prayer* .............................................................. Prayer of Approach

God Speaks to Us
In Scripture ...................................................................... Isaiah 60:1-3

God Welcomes Us
In Scripture ...................................................................Deuteronomy 8

We Respond in Consecration
In Prayer ......................... Prayer to Confess Sin & Assurance of Pardon In Song* ............................................................. El Shaddai, Hymn 42 In Confessing Our Faith* ..................................... Nicene Creed, p. 846 Reception of New Member ............................................. Kurtis Arnold In Song ....................................... Tell Me the Story of Jesus, Hymn 234

We Respond in Consecration
In Prayer ......................... Prayer of Confession & Assurance of Pardon In Song* ..................................... O Jesus, I have Promised, Hymn 654

God Feeds Us
In Scripture .................................................................. Matthew 4:1-11 In Sermon .................................... THE TEMPTATION OF CHRIST 1 Micah Shin, Pastoral Intern

God Feeds Us
In Scripture ...................................................................... Luke 2:22-35 In Sermon ............................ SIMEONS SONG THE BENEDICTUS

We Respond in Commitment ...................... Prayer of Application We Respond in Commitment ...................... Prayer of Application
In Song* ............ Thou Who Wast Rich beyond All Splendor, Hymn 230 In Giving ................................................................ Tithes & Offerings In Song* ......................... Teach me, O Lord, Thy Holy Way, Hymn 532 In Giving ................................................................ Tithes & Offerings In Prayer ............................................................ Congregational Prayer In Song* ........ Day by Day and with Each Passing Moment, Hymn 676

God Blesses Us ........................................................... Benediction O Tidings of Comfort and Joy, Hymn 211 (Chorus Only) O Tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy. O tidings of comfort and joy.

God Blesses Us* ..........................................................Benediction

Gloria Patri, Hymn 735

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, World without end. Amen, amen.

The Lords Day January 5, 2014

The Lords Day January 5, 2014

TODAY Welcome! This morning, Pastor Steve concludes his advent sermon series entitled, The Songs of Christmas. In the evening, we will hear a message from our Micah Shin called The Temptation of Christ. 5:30 PM Evening Service 7:00 PM Youth Group OFFERING Next Sunday Lords Supper & Benevolent Offering - We will celebrate the Lords Supper next Sunday morning. Our benevolent offering will be received next Sunday during both services for Love INC. Opportunity for Giving - The deacons would like to thank you for your generous giving in 2013. We would like to challenge you to help us begin well in 2014. We could use your financial assistance in the following areas - the benevolent fund is currently at $2,700 with our stated goal of having a $5,000 balance in this fund. We are also looking to raise about $3,000 more for Micah Shins internship. Thanks again for your partnership in the ministry of Cedar Church this past year. ANNOUNCEMENTS 2014 Congregational Meeting On Sunday, January 12th, at 1 PM, Cedar will hold its annual congregational meeting after a fellowship luncheon. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss and vote upon the proposed 2014 church budget and elect church officers. The proposed church budget was sent out last Sunday. Holiday Break Due to the holiday season, there will be no Sunday School classes until January 19. Midweek Ministries resume on January 22. Wedding Shower Ladies, please mark your calendars. A bridal shower will be held in honor of Christina Hartwell on Saturday, January 18, beginning at 10 a.m. in the library of HCS.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS Women's Coordinator Meeting - All womens coordinators are invited to Joan Broene's home for check up on Tuesday, January 14. Please plan to suggestions, questions and reports on what is going hour long meeting will begin at 7pm. committee a mid-year attend with well. This

Cadet Snow Derby - January 18 is the date for this year's annual Snow Derby. Cadets, be sure to be there for this fun day of competition with other area cadet groups! Cadet Father/Son Campout - February 28 - March 1 the Cadets and their fathers are invited to campout in the heated lodge on the Cadet Council Campground. Good food, good fun and good fellowship. See Tom Dykema for more information. 2014 Winter Youth Retreat - Please save the date of Feb 1, 2014 for the Presbytery's Youth Event for Middle School and High School students. This year we will not be having an All-Nighter. Instead we will gather on Feb 1, 10am-4pm at the 3 Mile Project in Grand Rapids (3050 Walkent Dr NW). Their facilities include Indoor Reball Arena (Paintball but no paint), Video Game Stations, Athletic Courts Indoor Skate Park, Craft & Project Room, Pool & Foosball Tables, and Lounge Areas. Please join us for a great time of fun, fellowship, and instruction from God's Word. Registration forms coming soon. Teen Mission Night All Presbytery Youth are invited to the Teen Missions Night for pizza and pop, gym time, and two mystery missionaries. Friday, February 2, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Zion Christian School gym, 7555 Byron Center Ave., Byron Center, MI 49315. No RSVP needed. $2 suggested donation. Questions? Don McCrory, 616-419-4052 or donmccrory@gmail.com OPC Mission Conference - Mark your calendars for the Annual Missions Conference. This year the conference will be hosted by Harvest OPC on February 22. More details coming soon.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS Church Officer Elections & Nominations It is again time to elect church officers for the new year and nominate prospective officers for 2015. One man will stand for election at the January congregational meeting: David VanDyke (elder). Elder David VanDyke has completed a one year sabbatical, and has been approved by session to stand for re-election to the office of elder. If our candidate receives a majority vote of confidence at our Congregational Meeting, he will be installed shortly after the election to serve a 3 year term. Session will also receive nominations in January for prospective candidates to the office of Elder or Deacon to serve in 2015. Those who are communicant members in good standing may make nominations. Male communicant members in good standing are eligible to be nominated as follows:
1. Please make your nomination in writing and include your signature and the date. Hand the nomination to a member of session. These names will be kept confidential. 2. Each man who has been nominated will be asked to join the Officers' Training Course that will be offered in 2014. A small amount of reading and homework will be assigned. During the course of this year, the men will be asked to prayerfully examine themselves to discern whether they believe God is calling them to this ministry at this time. 3. After the course has been completed, nominees for the office of Elder and Deacon who have faithfully attended the classes will be examined by the Session. Then, the names of those who have been certified by the Session will be announced to the congregation for its prayerful consideration. Only at this point will we have official candidates. 4. Finally, the congregation will elect any Elders and Deacon candidates at the 2014 Congregational Meeting.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS Love INC is in need of the following items - Good quality used or new Twin Size Mattresses and Box Springs and new Pillows for our bedding ministry, new Fleece Blankets for kids in foster care (Foster Care Kit Ministry), Winter Gloves/Mittens boys all sizes and mens and womens are especially needed and Yarn and Fabric to keep our dozens of knitters and sewers supplied to meet more ministry needs. Please bring any of these items to Love INC, 3300 Van Buren Street, Hudsonville. Pick-up is available for the mattresses and box springs. Questions? Contact Tonia at 616-6623300 ext 122. Tax Receipts provided. Volunteer Opportunities At Love INC - The Transportation Ministry could use more on-call volunteer drivers, the Outback and Sorting Warehouse are in need of volunteers who enjoy organizing items, and a Graphic Designer is needed to create creative and attractive brochures, mailers and other promotional pieces. If you are interest in volunteering in any of these areas, contact Corrie at corriek@loveinthenameofchrist.org or 616-6623300 ext 118. Drivers for food pickups needed- Jehovah Jireh Ministries is in need of someone to do food pickups with a straight truck on Friday mornings (chauffers license), and with a van on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings. Please contact Jim at 8961570 or jjmjamestown@att.net.

The Lords Day January 5, 2014

The Lords Day January 5, 2014

2014 WINTER SMALL GROUP MINISTRIES On January 19th, our new adult Sunday School quarter will begin and on January 22nd our Midweek ministries will begin. We will offer the following small groups for adults. Sign up today.
Mens Sunday Morning Small Group Our Sunday morning class will be led by Craig Baker, using From Good To Great by Chip Ingram. Using Scripture, personal stories, and examples from Christians who left a lasting legacy, Ingram offers practical steps for becoming great in all areas of life, in spiritual growth, family relationships, and career. Adult Bible Study Our Sunday morning Bible study will be led by Larry Johnson. The lives of Isaac and Jacob will be the focus of the study this quarter. Womens Sunday Morning Small Group - The ladies will be studying the book of Philippians using NavPresss Think Life Change Series. This study will be led by Deb Kooienga. AM & PM Mens Journey Groups Morning & Evening Journey Group for Men In a relaxed, come-as-you-are atmosphere, 8 men are invited to make a one semester commitment to a weekly discipleship group involving Bible Study, prayer, camaraderie, open discussion, accountability and crafting personal spiritual growth plans. Womens Wednesday Night Study- Come join us on Wednesday evenings to learn about the "Lies Women Believe." While enjoying good coffee and even better fellowship, Ingrid Entingh will continue a study on some common misconceptions: about ourselves, about sin, about families, and much more. Learn how to walk through the pain and disappointments in life with freedom and true joy-the joy that is found in Jesus. Womens Wednesday Morning Bible Study - Joan Broene will continue a study of the Women of the Bible and Gods redemptive work in history through their lives, using John MacArthurs book, Twelve Extraordinary Women. This study meets from 9:30-11:00am every 3rd Wednesday of the month.

SERMON NOTES

The Lords Day January 5, 2014

The Lords Day January 5, 2014

SPECIAL REMINDERS

WELCOME TO CEDAR CHURCH! Were glad youre here. As a church family, we are delighted you have joined us for worship today. Below you will find some information to help you during our Sunday services. If you need any assistance, please ask one of our ushers for help. SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE Cedar Church strives to enjoy God through Spirit-empowered and Christ-centered worship. The Bible is sincerely loved, and we hope that you will find it opened up to you in a fresh and faithful manner each Sunday. A NURSERY is available near the entrance of the gymnasium, but children are always welcome in the worship service. COFFEE BREAK After the morning worship, please join us in the gym for coffee and refreshments. KIDS BREAK After morning worship, all kids (Preschool thru 6th grade) are invited to the orchestra room for snacks and fun songs with Mrs. Himebook. SUNDAY SCHOOL From 11am - 12pm, Cedar Church offers classes for all ages. Visitors are especially welcome to join us! Class
Toddler Preschool & K Early Elementary Middle Elementary Older Elementary Jr. High Sr. High
Lives of Isaac & Jacob Philippians Bible Study

Greeters Accompanist A.M. Accompanist P.M. Nursery A.M.

Nursery Sun. Sch. Nursery PM Fellowship Snack

Childrens Snack Church Set-Up Sun. Foreman AM Sun. Foreman PM Ushers Youth Group Meal

TODAY N/A Bonnie Boeve Christina Hartwell Deb Grysen Meagan Entingh Cassidy Baker N/A N/A Beka Mulder Cayte Baker Angie Dykema Deb Grysen Sarah Johnson Lynn Igo N/A Paul Sprik Tom Dykema N/A N/A Kooienga

NEXT WEEK N/A Megan Himebook Rachel Himebook Deb Kooienga Brittany DeWent Lydia Igo N/A N/A Cathy Postmus Kiersten Holstege Christina Hartwell Deb Kooienga Bonnie Boeve Mindy Weiss N/A Paul Sprik Tom Dykema N/A N/A Kooienga

WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING CLASSES Age Location Teacher

2s & 3s 4s K 1st - 2nd grade 3rd-4th grade 5th-6th grade 7th -8th grade 9 -12 grade Adult Adult Women Adult Men
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Library Hallway West Classroom Resource Room Northeast Hall

Rm 2 Southeast Teachers Lounge Rm 1 Southeast Teachers Lounge

*Lost your bulletin? See archived bulletins @ http://bulletins.cedarchurch.net/ *

Rachel Himebook & Dawn DeWent Cathy Postmus Christina Hartwell Paul & Diana Sprik Marc Scaturro & Michael Durant Bill Grysen Chris Post Larry Johnson Deb Kooienga Craig Baker

Orchestra Room Gymnasium

Teachers Lounge

Weekly Budget $3,251.54 YTD Budget $169,080.08

Last Weeks Offerings $3,051.50 YTD Offerings $170,814.52

Good to Great

Art Room

Pastor: Steve Igo Associate Pastor: Mick Knierim Pastoral Intern: Micah Shin Shepherding Districts Mick Knierim/Tom Dykema A-E Craig Baker/Jim Knott F-H Bill Grysen/Paul Sprik I-P Ted Himebook/Duane Saxton Q-Z Womens Ministry Coordinator: Joan Broene

The Lords Day January 5, 2014

The Lords Day January 5, 2014