Week of 10/23 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • October 25
    • 6:30 PM – Evening Bible Study
  • October 26
    • 6:30 PM
      • GEMS: Bible Lesson, word: Brother
      • Cadets
  • October 26, 27 & 29
    • 7 PM – PCHS presents Broadway’s timeless musical Peter Pan at the PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • Peter invites the Darling children to the magical Neverland, where they learn to fly, get involved in all sorts of adventures with Tiger Lily, and defeat the evil Captain Hook. Peter Pan is a delightful family musical featuring the Lost Boys, characters who will fly on stage, singing Pirates and Natives, daring sword-fights, and fantastical make-believe. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 17. Adult tickets are $10 with $6 for children. NOTE: There will be no Friday performance this year due to a probable conflict with post season football being played at home that night.
  • October 29
    • 6:30-9:30 AM – Lions Club Pancake breakfast to benefit Jill Bandstra at Leighton CRC
      • Free will donations for sausages, eggs, and all the pancakes you can eat. If you cannot attend the event, donations and checks made out to the Leighton Lions Club may be delivered to the Leighton State Bank in Leighton or Pella
  • October 30
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: Home Missions
        • Crisis Center Donations will be collected.
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 5
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time, Sunday School & Catechism
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship with Tracy CRC
    • 7:30 PM – High School students are invited to the Leighton CRC pasonage following the evening service for food, games & fellowship.

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • November 5-6
    • Pella Iowa Southern Gospel Weekend at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • This event, hosted by Tom & Cindy Drost, will include the following three concerts…(1) The Hoppers/Hopper Brothers 2.0 – Saturday, Nov. 5 at 1 PM…(2) The Greatest Hits Tour [Michael English, The Nelons & Jeff Stice] – Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7 PM…(3) The Triumphant Quartet – Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 PM. You may purchase a combo ticket to attend all three concerts for only $50, or you may purchase individual tickets to attend just one or two concerts. Call Cindy at 641-660-0443 for more details and to order your “reserved seating” tickets. For more information visit http://www.IowaSouthernGospel.com.
  • December 3
    • Bluegrass & BBQ at Pella Christian High School
      • Bluegrass & BBQ is set to be a FUN, toe-tapping evening. You will enjoy a BBQ dinner and your toes will tap as you listen to the banjo picking and sweet harmonies by the Petersens, a Family Bluegrass Band from Branson! Bluegrass and BBQ is a fundraiser for the PCHS Band Trip in April 2017 to the Dordt Band Festival and Omaha. Tickets are available for $25 on the band website band.pellachristian.net or the high school office.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • If you’ve considered making profession of faith, now is a great time! Contact Pastor Kyle for an introduction to the process and some brief preparation.
  • Franklinton, Louisiana Needs Help! The area had flood damage recently, World Renew will have a work/mission trip January 7-14, 2017 to do reconstruction in homes. We need your response by December 3, 2016 because there is now additional paperwork that needs to be completed 4-5 weeks prior to leaving. Once the additional forms are completed, they are good for 5 years. Please contact Harold Van Wyk at haroldtwyla@yahoo.com or phone 641-891-2038.
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences at Pella Christian High School: Parents, please plan to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences one of the following times:
    • Monday, October 24, 6-9 PM (School dismisses at 1:30 PM.)
    • Thursday, October 27, noon-2 PM (School dismisses at 11:30 AM.)
    • These conferences will take place in the teacher’s rooms. Maps will be available. There will be no class on Friday, October 28 for a teacher work day.
  • Do you want to maximize the impact of the resources God has entrusted to you? Regardless of the size of your estate, your age or stage in life, Jim Prichard, a Christian attorney from Barnabas Foundation, will show you how. As a member of our congregation, a confidential Estate Planning consultation is offered to you at no charge and with no obligation. Jim Prichard will be meeting with Christian families in our area from November 7-9, 2016. Just call Deb Harder at Barnabas Foundation toll-free at 888-448-3040 or you may call or email Devin Reimer at (515) 229-7462 or devin@focus50capital.com to schedule a conversation with Jim. To help you get started, you may also request a free special report titled “Top 10 Estate Planning Mistakes or Misconceptions” by simply sending an email request with “Top 10” in the subject line to info@barnabasfoundation.com.

Week of 10/16 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • October 17
    • 7 PM – Council Meeting
  • October 19
    • 6:30 PM
      • GEMS – Badge Work, word: Careful
      • Cadets
  • October 20
    • 9:30 AM – The Mary of Bethany Bible Study will begin at Leona V.V.’s home. We welcome ladies and gentlemen. We will start with Joseph – The Migration to Egypt.
    • 7 PM – Speaker Ray Vander Laan at the PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • The area Christian schools are pleased to be hosting an event featuring Ray Vander Laan of “That the World May Know.” He will be speaking on the topic, “The Land, the Culture and the Book: The Setting of a Bible Passage Enhances Our Understanding.” A freewill offering will be taken to help defray the expenses associated with this event.
  • October 21
    • Areopagus Vision Banquet at First Christian Reformed Church in Pella
      • Hear about what God has been doing at Iowa State University through Areopagus, as well as our vision for the future of the ministry. A BBQ meal will precede the program, and there will be an opportunity to partner financially with us in the ongoing work of the ministry. Please RSVP ASAP to http://www.isu-areopagus.org/rsvp.
  • October 23
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: Creation Station Christian Preschool
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 4
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time, Sunday School & Catechism
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship with Tracy CRC

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • October 26, 27 & 29
    • 7 PM – PCHS presents Broadway’s timeless musical Peter Pan at the PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • Peter invites the Darling children to the magical Neverland, where they learn to fly, get involved in all sorts of adventures with Tiger Lily, and defeat the evil Captain Hook. Peter Pan is a delightful family musical featuring the Lost Boys, characters who will fly on stage, singing Pirates and Natives, daring sword-fights, and fantastical make-believe. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 17. Adult tickets are $10 with $6 for children. NOTE: There will be no Friday performance this year due to a probable conflict with post season football being played at home that night.
  • October 29
    • Lions Club Pancake breakfast to benefit Jill Bandstra
  • October 30
    • 7:30 PM – High School Gathering at Leighton CRC parsonage
      • All high school students are invited following the evening church service for food, games, and fellowship.
  • November 5-6
    • Pella Iowa Southern Gospel Weekend at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • This event, hosted by Tom & Cindy Drost, will include the following three concerts…(1) The Hoppers/Hopper Brothers 2.0 – Saturday, Nov. 5 at 1 PM…(2) The Greatest Hits Tour [Michael English, The Nelons & Jeff Stice] – Saturday, Nov. 5 at 7 PM…(3) The Triumphant Quartet – Sunday, Nov. 6 at 2 PM. You may purchase a combo ticket to attend all three concerts for only $50, or you may purchase individual tickets to attend just one or two concerts. Call Cindy at 641-660-0443 for more details and to order your “reserved seating” tickets. For more information visit http://www.IowaSouthernGospel.com.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • If you’ve considered making profession of faith, now is a great time! Contact Pastor Kyle for an introduction to the process and some brief preparation.
  • Franklinton, Louisiana Needs Help! The area had flood damage recently, World Renew will have a work/mission trip January 7-14, 2017 to do reconstruction in homes. We need your response by December 3, 2016 because there is now additional paperwork that needs to be completed 4-5 weeks prior to leaving. Once the additional forms are completed, they are good for 5 years. Please contact Harold Van Wyk at haroldtwyla@yahoo.com or phone 641-891-2038.
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences at Pella Christian High School: Parents, please plan to attend Parent-Teacher Conferences one of the following times:
    • Monday, October 24, 6-9 PM (School dismisses at 1:30 PM.)
    • Thursday, October 27, noon-2 PM (School dismisses at 11:30 AM.)
    • These conferences will take place in the teacher’s rooms. Maps will be available. There will be no class on Friday, October 28 for a teacher work day.

Week of 10/9 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • October 7-12
    • Pastor Kyle will be out of town. In case of an emergency, he can be reached via his cell phone at 641-990-4575.
  • October 10
    • 9 AM – Bible League breakfast at Oskaloosa First CRC (815 N. 11th St.)
      • Everyone, men and women, are invited to hear Ken Van Gilst speak. Ken will share about his work in Malawi, Africa. He has made 16 visits to Malawi, teaching them good farming techniques.
  • October 11
    • 6:30 PM – Evening Bible Study
    • 7 PM – PCHS Fall Music Concert
      • The band and choirs will perform a variety of music in the school auditorium. Come and enjoy the musical gifts of our PCHS students. A bake sale will also be held before and after the concert. The sale will begin at 6 PM with all proceeds going to the music department.
  • October 12
    • 6:30 PM
      • GEMS – Bible Lesson, word: Gentle
      • Cadets
  • October 16
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship with Communion led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: LCRC Covenantal Plan
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 3
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time, Sunday School & Catechism
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship with Tracy CRC

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • October 20
    • 9:30 AM – The Mary of Bethany Bible Study will begin at Leona V.V.’s home. We welcome ladies and gentlemen. We will start with Joseph-The Migration to Egypt
    • 7 PM – Speaker Ray Vander Laan at the PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • The area Christian schools are pleased to be hosting an event featuring Ray Vander Laan of “That the World May Know.” He will be speaking on the topic, “The Land, the Culture and the Book: The Setting of a Bible Passage Enhances Our Understanding.” A freewill offering will be taken to help defray the expenses associated with this event.
  • October 26, 27 & 29
    • 7 PM – PCHS presents Broadway’s timeless musical Peter Pan at the PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • Peter invites the Darling children to the magical Neverland, where they learn to fly, get involved in all sorts of adventures with Tiger Lily, and defeat the evil Captain Hook. Peter Pan is a delightful family musical featuring the Lost Boys, characters who will fly on stage, singing Pirates and Natives, daring sword-fights, and fantastical make-believe. Tickets will go on sale Monday, October 17. Adult tickets are $10 with $6 for children. NOTE: There will be no Friday performance this year due to a probable conflict with post season football being played at home that night.
  • October 29
    • Lions Club Pancake breakfast to benefit Jill Bandstra
  • October 30
    • 7:30 PM – High School Gathering at Leighton CRC parsonage
      • All high school students are invited following the evening church service for food, games, and fellowship.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Thank You! The players, coaches and families of the Pella Christian High School football team would like to thank all who generously supported the football program by attending our pancake breakfast on October 8.
  • If you’ve considered making profession of faith, now is a great time! Contact Pastor Kyle for an introduction to the process and some brief preparation.

Week of 10/2 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • October 3-7
    • Oskaloosa Christian School Pop Can Drive
      • There will be a trailer in the school parking lot, located at 726 North E Street, where you can drop off your redeemable cans and bottles. The trailer will be open on Monday and Tuesday, October 3 and 4 from 8-3 and Wednesday-Friday, October 5-7 from 8-6. Spread the word to all your family, friends, and neighbors and thank them for helping us raise money for our school. If you have any questions or are unable to drop off your cans next week during the times listed, please call Vicki Van Donselaar at 641-295-4543 to make other arrangements in getting your cans. We are also planning another pop can drive for next March.
  • October 5
    • 6:15 PM – GEMS
      • Please be at church at 6:15 to go to Tracy for the Theme Badge
    • 6:30 PM – Cadets
  • October 7-12
    • Pastor Kyle will be out of town. In case of an emergency, he can be reached via his cell phone at 641-990-4575.
  • October 8
    • 7:30-10 AM – Pella Christian High School Football Team Pancake Breakfast at PCHS
      • All are invited for pancakes, sausage, cinnamon rolls, and drinks. A freewill donation will help fund the football program. Thank you for your support!
  • October 9
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Sheldon Starkenburg
      • Offering: New Life Prison
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 2
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time
    • 2 PM – Freemans Concert at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • This Southern Gospel Group is known for their tight family harmony and live band. Reserve seat tickets are available by calling Cindy at 641-660-0443. Tickets are $14 in advance and $17 after October 2. $6 for children ages 2-12. For more information visit http://www.iowasoutherngospel.com.
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship at Tracy CRC

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • October 11
    • 7 PM – PCHS Fall Music Concert
      • The band and choirs will perform a variety of music in the school auditorium. Come and enjoy the musical gifts of our PCHS students. A bake sale will also be held before and after the concert. The sale will begin at 6 PM with all proceeds going to the music department.
    • Tuesday evening Bible Study will begin. We will be studying James from a study guide written by John Mac Arthur. We welcome new members to join our group. Contact Ed Meinders if you would like to order the booklet.
  • October 20
    • 7 PM – Speaker Ray Vander Laan at the PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • The area Christian schools are pleased to be hosting an event featuring Ray Vander Laan of “That the World May Know.” He will be speaking on the topic, “The Land, the Culture and the Book: The Setting of a Bible Passage Enhances Our Understanding.” A freewill offering will be taken to help defray the expenses associated with this event.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Prayer Partners Needed: The power of prayer makes a difference in all our lives. We are once again asking for volunteers to partner with our GEMS in prayer. If you are willing to partner with these girls, please contact Deb Vande Voort at 626-3609 or 780-7851.
  • If you’ve considered making profession of faith, now is a great time! Contact Pastor Kyle for an introduction to the process and some brief preparation.

Week of 9/25 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • September 28
    • 6:15 PM – GEMS
      • Please be at church at 6:15 to go to Tracy for the Theme Badge
    • 6:30 PM – Cadets
  • October 1
    • Oskaloosa Christian School “Celebration of Friends” Fundraising Banquet
      • Everyone is invited. Come join us for an old fashioned hymn-sing led by the Rozenboom Trio. This is a dessert only event beginning with fellowship time at 6:30 PM, followed by dessert and program from 6:45-8 PM. If you would like to be a part of this uplifting evening, please call the school office at 641-672-2174 or e-mail westrap@oskaloosachristian.net by Friday, September 23. The gifts from this fundraiser will be used for our tuition assistance program. We would love for you to join us in celebrating God’s continuing blessings to our school!
  • October 2
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: LCRC Covenantal Plan
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 1
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship at Tracy CRC led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • October 8
    • 7:30-10 AM – Pella Christian High School Football Team Pancake Breakfast at PCHS
      • All are invited for pancakes, sausage, cinnamon rolls, and drinks. A freewill donation will help fund the football program. Thank you for your support!
  • October 9
    • 2 PM – Freemans Concert at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • This Southern Country Gospel Group is known for their tight family harmony and live band. Reserve seat tickets are available by calling Cindy at 641-660-0443. Tickets are $14 in advance and $17 after October 2. $6 for children ages 2-12. For more information visit http://www.iowasoutherngospel.com.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Prayer Partners Needed: The power of prayer makes a difference in all our lives. We are once again asking for volunteers to partner with our GEMS in prayer. If you are willing to partner with these girls, please contact Deb Vande Voort at 626-3609 or 780-7851.
  • Our Tuesday evening Bible study will begin our season on October 11. We will be studying James from a study guide written by John Mac Arthur. We welcome new members to join our group. Contact Ed Meinders if you would like to order the booklet.
  • If you’ve considered making profession of faith, now is a great time! Contact Pastor Kyle for an introduction to the process and some brief preparation.
  • Are you interested in being a prison volunteer for New Life Prison Community? The department of corrections will be holding a volunteer training on Tuesday, October 4 at 5:15 PM. The training will last approximately 3 hours. Please contact Pastor Rick Admiraal (641-204-1954 or pastorrick@newlife-prison.org) to get signed up.

Week of 9/18 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • September 21
    • 6 PM – Cadets
      • Meet at LCRC to go on a hike at Cedar Bluffs. We will have a light supper and bring the boys home afterwards. Dads are welcome to come along.
    • 6:30-8 PM – GEMS
      • Badge Work; word: Law
  • September 23
    • 5:30 PM – Oskaloosa Christian School Harvest Festival
      • This fun family event starts with supper from 5-6:45 PM (indoors) and games and inflatables from 5:30-7:30 PM (outdoors). If you would like to volunteer to help with the games please contact Shauna Williams at 641-295-1631 or the school office at 641-672-2174. We hope you will join us for this great event celebrating God’s gift of harvest! More detailed information is available athttp://www.oskaloosachristian.net.
  • September 24
    • 9 AM-1 PM – Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure at Tassel Ridge Winery
      • You are invited to participate in the “Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure” fundraiser benefitting the Relay for Life and American Cancer Society. Walk individually or form a team to support a cancer survivor, someone currently fighting against cancer, or in memory of a loved one. Registration is $25 by September 8 or $30 after that date. It includes a t-shirt and glass of wine, a soft drink, or a bottle of water. For those unable to walk in the vineyard, participate in “Sip for a Cure” by sitting and sipping one of the above beverages and enjoying the view. Tassel Ridge Winery will also be selling Wood Fired Oven Pizzas from 11 AM-4 PM with $1 per pizza going towards Relay for Life. Download the Vine of Life 2016 Registration form and Consent, Release, and Waiver of Claims for athttp://www.tasselridge.com. Hopefully, someday, no one will have to hear the words, “you have cancer.”
  • September 25
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: 24/7 Campus Ministry
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 5
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time
      • The Music Committee will meet. If you have anything to bring up, please let the committee know. (Twylah, Kathy, Ed or John)
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship with Tracy CRC at Leighton CRC led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • October 21
    • Oskaloosa Christian School “Celebration of Friends” Fundraising Banquet
      • Everyone is invited. Come join us for an old fashioned hymn-sing led by the Rozenboom Trio. This is a dessert only event beginning with fellowship time at 6:30 PM, followed by dessert and program from 6:45-8 PM. If you would like to be a part of this uplifting evening, please call the school office at 641-672-2174 or e-mail westrap@oskaloosachristian.net by Friday, September 23. The gifts from this fundraiser will be used for our tuition assistance program. We would love for you to join us in celebrating God’s continuing blessings to our school!

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Prayer Partners Needed: The power of prayer makes a difference in all our lives. We are once again asking for volunteers to partner with our GEMS in prayer. If you are willing to partner with these girls, please contact Deb Vande Voort at 626-3609 or 780-7851.
  • Are you interested in being a prison volunteer for New Life Prison Community? The department of corrections will be holding a volunteer training on Tuesday, October 4 at 5:15 PM. The training will last approximately 3 hours. Please contact Pastor Rick Admiraal (641-204-1954 or pastorrick@newlife-prison.org) to get signed up.

Week of 9/11 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • September 12
    • 2:30-6:30 PM – Leighton Lions Club Blood Drive at Leighton CRC
      • To schedule an appointment contact Gary Vandenberg at 641-780-0694. Thank you for your continued support of our blood program.
    • 7 PM – Council Meeting
    • 7 PM – “The Psalms Around Us” Travelogue at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • After 40 plus years Don and Fran Van Polen are making this their farewell travelogue so you won’t want to miss this opportunity to view landscapes of America blended with thoughtful meditations on the Psalms. This event is sponsored by the PCHS Student Council and the price of admission is $10.
    • 7 PM – Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) College Planning Night at Pella Christian High School music room
      • ICAN will make a presentation on the search for a college as well as navigating thorugh the financial aid process. The guidance office highly recommends this meeting to juniors, seniors and their parents. It’s also a good opportunity to connect with parents who have already experiences sending a child off to college!
  • September 14
    • 6:30-8 PM – GEMS
  • September 15
    • Bible League International retreat at Calvary CRC in Pella
      • September 3 is the last day to register for this event. At the retreat there will be a unique opportunity to give an offering to provide Bibles to Africa. If you are able to come, you won’t want to miss hearing Adelle Dickie who has spoken internationally at conferences, seminars, and to students on university and college campuses. Act now!
  • September 16
    • New Families & PCHS Alumni night at the PC football game versus Interstate 35
      • Come out and celebrate! We will be welcoming new families to PCHS and showing our appreciation for PCHS alumni who have provided tremendous support and faithfulness to PCHS over the past 75+ years. New families and Alumni be sure to stop by the tent before the game on Friday night to pick up your free tickets for the event. We will be located by the big eagle close to the concession stand and tennis courts.
  • September 16-17
    • Classis Meeting in Sully. Delegates from LCRC are Henry Van Roekel, Byron Van Gorp, and Calvin Vande Voort.
  • September 18
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: LCRC Covenantal Plan
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 4
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time
    • 2 PM – “Jim Brady Trio” Concert at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • God’s plan for salvation will be presented in music and testimony. This concert is hosted by Tom and Cindy Drost [www.IowaSouthernGospel.com]. Reserved seating tickets are $18 in advance, $21 after September 11, $6 for children ages 2-12, and $16 each for groups of 10 or more. Call Cindy to order your tickets.
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship with Tracy CRC at Leighton CRC led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • September 23
    • 5:30 PM – Oskaloosa Christian School Harvest Festival
      • This fun family event starts with supper from 5-6:45 PM (indoors) and games and inflatables from 5:30-7:30 PM (outdoors). If you would like to volunteer to help with the games please contact Shauna Williams at 641-295-1631 or the school office at 641-672-2174. We hope you will join us for this great event celebrating God’s gift of harvest! More detailed information is available at http://www.oskaloosachristian.net.
  • September 24
    • 9 AM-1 PM – Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure at Tassel Ridge Winery
      • You are invited to participate in the “Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure” fundraiser benefitting the Relay for Life and American Cancer Society. Walk individually or form a team to support a cancer survivor, someone currently fighting against cancer, or in memory of a loved one. Registration is $25 by September 8 or $30 after that date. It includes a t-shirt and glass of wine, a soft drink, or a bottle of water. For those unable to walk in the vineyard, participate in “Sip for a Cure” by sitting and sipping one of the above beverages and enjoying the view. Tassel Ridge Winery will also be selling Wood Fired Oven Pizzas from 11 AM-4 PM with $1 per pizza going towards Relay for Life. Download the Vine of Life 2016 Registration form and Consent, Release, and Waiver of Claims for athttp://www.tasselridge.com. Hopefully, someday, no one will have to hear the words, “you have cancer.”

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Are you interested in being a prison volunteer for New Life Prison Community? The department of corrections will be holding a volunteer training on Tuesday, October 4 at 5:15 PM. The training will last approximately 3 hours. Please contact Pastor Rick Admiraal (641-204-1954 or pastorrick@newlife-prison.org) to get signed up.
  • Areopagus Campus Ministry at ISU is looking for input from a Classis Central Plains church member who is willing to contribute to the discussion of campus ministry at Iowa State. The Board position would have an initial term of one year and meet monthly (via technology or face-to-face). Contact Tyler Helfers, Director of Areopagus Campus Ministry at director@isu-areopagus.org. Learn more about the ministry at isu-areopagus.org.

Week of 9/4 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • September 6-11
    • Marion County Bible Reading Marathon
      • In Isaiah 55:11 God declairs, “My Word…shall not return to Me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose.” What does our country need more than the transformation God brings through His word? Convinced of this, the Iowa Prayer Caucus Network is asking Christians to donate at least 15 minutes to publicly reading Scripture. In Marion County, the entire Bible will be read in the gazebo by the courthouse between September 6-11. Volunteers are needed to read for 15 minute segments or to serve as two-hour ‘captains,’ as well as to pray. To learn more or to sign up, go to Facebook and search for “Marion County Bible Reading Marathon.” On that page, a “sign-up” link can be found under the directions tab. If you don’t have access to Facebook or need assistance, contact Dennis Fairchild (904-236-9187), Jim Den Hartog (641-627-5008), or Irene Blom (641-780-1057).
  • September 7
    • 6 PM – GEMS Kick-Off Event at Deb Vande Voort’s home
  • September 11
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: Mahaska Crisis Intervention
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 3
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship with Tracy CRC at Leighton CRC led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • September 12
    • 2:30-6:30 PM – Leighton Lions Club Blood Drive at Leighton CRC
      • To schedule an appointment contact Gary Vandenberg at 641-780-0694. Thank you for your continued support of our blood program.
    • 7 PM – Council Meeting
    • 7 PM – “The Psalms Around Us” Travelogue at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • After 40 plus years Don and Fran Van Polen are making this their farewell travelogue so you won’t want to miss this opportunity to view landscapes of America blended with thoughtful meditations on the Psalms. This event is sponsored by the PCHS Student Council and the price of admission is $10.
    • 7 PM – Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) College Planning Night at Pella Christian High School music room
      • ICAN will make a presentation on the search for a college as well as navigating thorugh the financial aid process. The guidance office highly recommends this meeting to juniors, seniors and their parents. It’s also a good opportunity to connect with parents who have already experiences sending a child off to college!
  • September 15
    • Bible League International retreat at Calvary CRC in Pella
      • September 3 is the last day to register for this event. At the retreat there will be a unique opportunity to give an offering to provide Bibles to Africa. If you are able to come, you won’t want to miss hearing Adelle Dickie who has spoken internationally at conferences, seminars, and to students on university and college campuses. Act now!
  • September 16
    • New Families & PCHS Alumni night at the PC football game versus Interstate 35
      • Come out and celebrate! We will be welcoming new families to PCHS and showing our appreciation for PCHS alumni who have provided tremendous support and faithfulness to PCHS over the past 75+ years. New families and Alumni be sure to stop by the tent before the game on Friday night to pick up your free tickets for the event. We will be located by the big eagle close to the concession stand and tennis courts.
  • September 18
    • 2 PM – “Jim Brady Trio” Concert at Pella Christian High School Vermeer Auditorium
      • God’s plan for salvation will be presented in music and testimony. This concert is hosted by Tom & Cindy Drost [www.IowaSouthernGospel.com]. Reserved seating tickets are $18 in advance, $21 after September 11, $6 for children ages 2-12, and $16 each for groups of 10 or more. Call Cindy to order your tickets.
  • September 24
    • 9 AM-1 PM – Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure at Tassel Ridge Winery
      • You are invited to participate in the “Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure” fundraiser benefitting the Relay for Life and American Cancer Society. Walk individually or form a team to support a cancer survivor, someone currently fighting against cancer, or in memory of a loved one. Registration is $25 by September 8 or $30 after that date. It includes a t-shirt and glass of wine, a soft drink, or a bottle of water. For those unable to walk in the vineyard, participate in “Sip for a Cure” by sitting and sipping one of the above beverages and enjoying the view. Tassel Ridge Winery will also be selling Wood Fired Oven Pizzas from 11 AM-4 PM with $1 per pizza going towards Relay for Life. Download the Vine of Life 2016 Registration form and Consent, Release, and Waiver of Claims for athttp://www.tasselridge.com. Hopefully, someday, no one will have to hear the words, “you have cancer.”

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Invitation to Sing in the Male Chorus-The 47th season of Gospel Singers Male Chorus will begin on Saturday, September 10, 7 PM, at 1st Christian Reformed Church in Oskaloosa. All men who enjoy singing sacred music in harmony are invited to come and participate. This season’s conert contains a collection of incredibly strong men’s arrangements that give testimony to the theme “Amazing Love, Amazing Grace.” For more information, call Gary Verhoef at 641-628-9593.
  • Areopagus Campus Ministry at ISU is looking for input from a Classis Central Plains church member who is willing to contribute to the discussion of campus ministry at Iowa State. The Board position would have an initial term of one year and meet monthly (via technology or face-to-face). Contact Tyler Helfers, Director of Areopagus Campus Ministry at director@isu-areopagus.org. Learn more about the ministry at isu-areopagus.org.

Week of 8/28 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • August 30
    • 7 PM – Jamie Soles Concert at Christ the Redeemer Church (1203 Peace St., Pella)
      • Singer-songwriter Jamie Soles’ Bible-saturated music will appeal to kids, families, and anyone with ears to hear the Scriptures. His bio and music can be found at solmusic.ca. Invite your friends and family! A freewill offering will be taken to cover Jamie’s performance and travel expenses.
  • September 4
    • 8:45 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: LCRC Covenantal Plan
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 2
    • 10:00 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time
    • 6 PM – Combined Evening Worship with Tracy CRC at Leighton CRC led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • September 6-11
    • Marion County Bible Reading Marathon
      • In Isaiah 55:11 God declairs, “My Word…shall not return to Me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose.” What does our country need more than the transformation God brings through His word? Convinced of this, the Iowa Prayer Caucus Network is asking Christians to donate at least 15 minutes to publicly reading Scripture. In Marion County, the entire Bible will be read in the gazebo by the courthouse between September 6-11. Volunteers are needed to read for 15 minute segments or to serve as two-hour ‘captains,’ as well as to pray. To learn more or to sign up, go to Facebook and search for “Marion County Bible Reading Marathon.” On that page, a “sign-up” link can be found under the directions tab. If you don’t have access to Facebook or need assistance, contact Dennis Fairchild (904-236-9187), Jim Den Hartog (641-627-5008), or Irene Blom (641-780-1057).
  • September 12
    • 7 PM – Council Meeting
    • 7 PM – “The Psalms Around Us” Travelogue at PCHS Vermeer Auditorium
      • After 40 plus years Don and Fran Van Polen are making this their farewell travelogue so you won’t want to miss this opportunity to view landscapes of America blended with thoughtful meditations on the Psalms. This event is sponsored by the PCHS Student Council and the price of admission is $10.
  • September 15
    • Bible League International retreat at Calvary CRC in Pella
      • September 3 is the last day to register for this event. At the retreat there will be a unique opportunity to give an offering to provide Bibles to Africa. If you are able to come, you won’t want to miss hearing Adelle Dickie who has spoken internationally at conferences, seminars, and to students on university and college campuses. Act now!
  • September 18
    • 2 PM – “Jim Brady Trio” Concert at Pella Christian High School Vermeer Auditorium
      • God’s plan for salvation will be presented in music and testimony. This concert is hosted by Tom & Cindy Drost [www.IowaSouthernGospel.com]. Reserved seating tickets are $18 in advance, $21 after September 11, $6 for children ages 2-12, and $16 each for groups of 10 or more. Call Cindy to order your tickets.
  • September 24
    • 9 AM-1 PM – Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure at Tassel Ridge Winery
      • You are invited to participate in the “Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure” fundraiser benefitting the Relay for Life and American Cancer Society. Walk individually or form a team to support a cancer survivor, someone currently fighting against cancer, or in memory of a loved one. Registration is $25 by September 8 or $30 after that date. It includes a t-shirt and glass of wine, a soft drink, or a bottle of water. For those unable to walk in the vineyard, participate in “Sip for a Cure” by sitting and sipping one of the above beverages and enjoying the view. Tassel Ridge Winery will also be selling Wood Fired Oven Pizzas from 11 AM-4 PM with $1 per pizza going towards Relay for Life. Download the Vine of Life 2016 Registration form and Consent, Release, and Waiver of Claims for athttp://www.tasselridge.com. Hopefully, someday, no one will have to hear the words, “you have cancer.”

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Invitation to Sing in the Male Chorus-The 47th season of Gospel Singers Male Chorus will begin on Saturday, September 10, 7 PM, at 1st Christian Reformed Church in Oskaloosa. All men who enjoy singing sacred music in harmony are invited to come and participate. This season’s conert contains a collection of incredibly strong men’s arrangements that give testimony to the theme “Amazing Love, Amazing Grace.” For more information, call Gary Verhoef at 641-628-9593.
  • Oskaloosa Christian School is looking for qualified substitute teachers for this coming year. If you have a current Iowa teaching license and are interested in serving our school in this way, please call the office at 641-672-2174 or email westrap@oskaloosachristian.net. Thank you.
  • Dr. Cornel and Nancy Venema will be hosting a 13 day tour to Germany, France, and Switzerland to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. Tour dates are October 28th-November 9th, 2017. Anyone interested in joining the tour, see the church bulletin board or the Mid-America Reformed Seminary website (www.midamerica.edu) for more information.

Week of 8/21 Activities & Announcements

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ACTIVITIES

  • August 27
    • 8 AM-4 PM – Basket Shop on the Molengracht Open 1 Final Day
      • We are selling everything at low prices and will be selling shelving, etc.. We would like to thank you for all your support in the past. Your support has helped us pay for medical supplies and medicine for our yearly trips to Honduras.
  • August 28
    • 9:30 AM – Morning Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman
      • Offering: GEMS International
      • Fellowship Coffee: Group 1
    • 10:45 AM – Coffee Fellowship Time
    • 6 PM – Evening Worship led by Pastor Kyle Dieleman

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • August 30
    • 7 PM – Jamie Soles Concert at Christ the Redeemer Church (1203 Peace St., Pella)
      • Singer-songwriter Jamie Soles’ Bible-saturated music will appeal to kids, families, and anyone with ears to hear the Scriptures. His bio and music can be found at solmusic.ca. Invite your friends and family! A freewill offering will be taken to cover Jamie’s performance and travel expenses.
  • September 6-11
    • Marion County Bible Reading Marathon
      • In Isaiah 55:11 God declairs, “My Word…shall not return to Me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I purpose.” What does our country need more than the transformation God brings through His word? Convinced of this, the Iowa Prayer Caucus Network is asking Christians to donate at least 15 minutes to publicly reading Scripture. In Marion County, the entire Bible will be read in the gazebo by the courthouse between September 6-11. Volunteers are needed to read for 15 minute segments or to serve as two-hour ‘captains,’ as well as to pray. To learn more or to sign up, go to Facebook and search for “Marion County Bible Reading Marathon.” On that page, a “sign-up” link can be found under the directions tab. If you don’t have access to Facebook or need assistance, contact Dennis Fairchild (904-236-9187), Jim Den Hartog (641-627-5008), or Irene Blom (641-780-1057).
  • September 12
    • 7 PM – Council Meeting
  • September 18
    • 2 PM – “Jim Brady Trio” Concert at Pella Christian High School Vermeer Auditorium
      • God’s plan for salvation will be presented in music and testimony. This concert is hosted by Tom & Cindy Drost [www.IowaSouthernGospel.com]. Reserved seating tickets are $18 in advance, $21 after September 11, $6 for children ages 2-12, and $16 each for groups of 10 or more. Call Cindy to order your tickets.
  • September 24
    • 9 AM-1 PM – Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure at Tassel Ridge Winery
      • You are invited to participate in the “Vines of Life-Walk for a Cure” fundraiser benefitting the Relay for Life and American Cancer Society. Walk individually or form a team to support a cancer survivor, someone currently fighting against cancer, or in memory of a loved one. Registration is $25 by September 8 or $30 after that date. It includes a t-shirt and glass of wine, a soft drink, or a bottle of water. For those unable to walk in the vineyard, participate in “Sip for a Cure” by sitting and sipping one of the above beverages and enjoying the view. Tassel Ridge Winery will also be selling Wood Fired Oven Pizzas from 11 AM-4 PM with $1 per pizza going towards Relay for Life. Download the Vine of Life 2016 Registration form and Consent, Release, and Waiver of Claims for at http://www.tasselridge.com. Hopefully, someday, no one will have to hear the words, “you have cancer.”

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Invitation to Sing in the Male Chorus-The 47th season of Gospel Singers Male Chorus will begin on Saturday, September 10, 7 PM, at 1st Christian Reformed Church in Oskaloosa. All men who enjoy singing sacred music in harmony are invited to come and participate. This season’s conert contains a collection of incredibly strong men’s arrangements that give testimony to the theme “Amazing Love, Amazing Grace.” For more information, call Gary Verhoef at 641-628-9593.
  • Oskaloosa Christian School is seeking to hire a student aide for the 2016-17 school year. This is a position for a 1-1 aide for a student in our Junior High. The hours will be Monday-Fridays, for about 25 hours per week. A teaching certificate is not needed, but a love for kids and a desire to help them learn and grow in the Lord is required. Application forms can be found on our website,http://www.oskaloosachristian.net or in our school office. We ask that all applications be received by August 25. Anyone interested or with questions can contact Principal Joe Venema at joevenema@gmail.com or call the school at 641-672-2174.
  • Oskaloosa Christian School is looking for volunteers to help with our Lego robotics program, which includes our 5th-8th graders. If you are interested in serving as a coach or a coach’s assistant, or if you have any questions, please contact the school at 641-672-2174 or call Stephanie Campbell at 641-295-1791 by Friday, August 19.
  • Oskaloosa Christian School is looking for qualified substitute teachers for this coming year. If you have a current Iowa teaching license and are interested in serving our school in this way, please call the office at 641-672-2174 or email westrap@oskaloosachristian.net. Thank you.
  • Dr. Cornel and Nancy Venema will be hosting a 13 day tour to Germany, France, and Switzerland to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. Tour dates are October 28th-November 9th, 2017. Anyone interested in joining the tour, see the church bulletin board or the Mid-America Reformed Seminary website (www.midamerica.edu) for more information.