Ø   100th Anniversary:  Classis Zeeland was organized 100 years ago on August 11, 1908.  Today we give thanks to the Lord of the Church for His faithfulness to each of our churches—and to the ministries of Classis—on the occasion of this special milestone.  Classis itself will be taking note of its anniversary at its fall meeting in a few weeks on September 17.

Ø   All women interested in joining together in a time of prayer are invited to meet at church this Wed., the 13^th, at 7 p.m.

Ø    Do you have a desire to become a part of a group of adults (18 years and older) who wish to learn more about God and what He desires of you either as a parent or spouse, friend or child of God? Consider joining a Discovery Group here at Second CRC. Or, maybe you would like to begin a new group. Either way, contact Lorie DeYoung at 895-7649 or lady@altelco.net.

Ø   The church office will be closed the week of Aug. 17. Items for the Aug. 24 bulletin will be due 9 a.m. on Aug. 18. Thank you!

Ø   Information for the Sept./Oct. issue of the Second Thoughts newsletter is due next Sunday. Email items to Gailepunt@aol.com and also place a copy in the newsletter mailbox (bottom row, 2^nd from the left). Use the newsletter to share ministry news, notes of praise and petition, decisions that impact the church, etc.  

Ø   The GEMS ministry still needs 1 or 2 new counselors this fall. Love girls in 2^nd – 6^th grades and want to be used by God to impact young lives? Please call Lonna Driesenga at 892-4808 or Rachael Taylor at 895-9414 for more information. 

Ø   Church School will begin Sept. 7. Four more teachers are needed! Please pray about this urgent need. Teach a class alone or as a team.  Call Lorie DeYoung, Head of Discipleship Ministries at 895-7649 or Kristina Moelker, Church School Director at 895-5946.

Ø   Calling all Christians who would like to publicly proclaim Jesus as their Savior.  Faith Friends begins Mon., Sept. 8, and we'd like to match you with a mentor. Just fill out the forms in the Faith Friends mailbox and return as soon as possible.  Contact Lorie DeYoung with any questions or concerns. Remember, there is an alternative plan for those who would rather go that direction to Profession of Faith.

Ø   Kids Hope USA is having a backpack and school supplies drive for Kids Hope USA children this month. Check the Apple Tree in the lobby, pick an item to donate and bring it to the tree by Sun., Aug. 24. Thank you! Any questions, call Aileen at 204-3540.

Ø   Kids Hope USA needs mentors and substitute mentors for this coming school year. New Mentor training will be held Sat., Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. You need to love children, be available for one hour each week to work with one child at Allendale Elementary Schools between 8:40 a.m. – 3:40 p.m. Mon. – Fri.; you choose the day and times you are available. Please call Aileen VanderSchuur at (616) 204-3540 as soon as possible if you are interested in this great opportunity to help children succeed. If the hours don’t work but you’d like to be a mentor, still contact Aileen and something might be able to be worked out.

Ø   If you are in 8th grade or older and would like to help out in the Media Center, please call Janet Feenstra at 895-6394. 

Prayer List

GOD’S FAMILY  

Church Prayer Line: 892-8700 CRC                     Prayer Line: 1-888-CRC-PRAY         

Ø   Shut-ins, Sick, Recovering: Sally Jaarsma, Kay Klap, Ev Kleinjans, Janet Kleinjans, Ev Kraker, Bernice Piersma, Vi Van Farowe, Gladys Wassenaar, Julia Kraker, Pres Jeurink, Wilma Buhrer, Wanda Branderhorst, Ali Knoppers, Jay Post
 

Ø   Our sympathy to Wes & Barb Brower and family. Wes’ father, Merle Brower, entered Glory on August 5.
 

Ø   Christian Reformed Conference Grounds: The Matthew Brothers will be in concert on Aug. 16 at 7 p.m.

Ø   Bring family and friends to the Lee Scholma Farm, south of Lake Mich. Dr. on 56^th Ave. on Sat., Aug. 16, from 4-8 p.m. for an Old Fashioned Country Fest sponsored by First Allendale CRC. Come enjoy an evening of crafts, games, food, photographs and a hymn sing.  Questions? Call Lisa Kuyers at 892-9477. 

Ø   Many volunteers are needed for Mel Trotter’s "Back to School Backpack & School Supply Giveaway" on Aug. 16. Please phone Mel Trotter at 454-3028 or 454-8249 to help.

Ø   Does God really expect us to love our enemies? Why? Help Liz figure it all out on this week’s Kids Corner. Visit www.HisKids.net to find more great Christian programs for kids.

For Your Information:

Ø    Nursery for infants and toddlers is available during both services. Partway into each morning service young children are invited to “Just Between” (for 2 ½ - 3 year olds) in room 122 or “Children’s Worship” (for 3-5 year olds) which meets in rooms 127 & 129.   

Ø    Sermons: Outlines, if used, are available on the carts in the back of the auditorium. Bibles are there also. Previous week’s sermons can be obtained at the Information Desk in CD format or can be accessed at the church website: www.2ndcrc-allendale.org.   Click Here to go to the Sermon page.

Ø    For those with special needs: The entire facility is barrier free. Large print bulletins are available at the Information Desk. The auditorium is equipped with a hearing loop. If you have a hearing aid, please set it to “T” for better hearing during the service. The best reception is at the center of the auditorium.

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