Bulletin Board

Ø     Welcome to Guest Pastors John Wiegers and Tim Kauffman as they share God’s word here today and next Sunday too.

Ø     Today is the last day to submit items for next Second Thoughts. Email them to Gailepunt@aol.com and/or put in newsletter box.

Ø     PrimeTimers, come to the Allendale Township Park this Tues. at 5:00 PM, for a picnic. Food will be catered so if you plan to join in, please call Ida Roon at 895-6246.

Ø     Prayer Intercessors will meet this Wed. at church from 10–11 AM at 10:00 AM. Newcomers and all prayer requests are welcome.  

Ø     The Mission Committee is looking for a few new members. We’re involved in the support of local and international missionaries, organizing Faith Promise offerings and mission trips as well as supporting other mission opportunities in our church life. If you have an interest in missions or have any questions about joining the Committee, please contact Maria Knoppers at 662-3969.

Ø     GEMS Counselors Michelle Kolean, Sara Ambrose, Lonna Driesenga and Rachael Taylor will attend the GEMS Leadership Conference in Minnesota July 21- 25. Keep them in prayer as they prepare for a new season of GEMS. Today is the last day to bring empty pop cans for their travel expenses. Thank you!

Ø     Kids Hope USA has 3 children that need new mentors this coming school year. Two of them are a one year commitment and the other is longer. Their mentors are leaving because of going off to college and career changes. Substitute and additional mentors are needed for other at-risk children. It is a one–on-one commitment for one hour a week at Allendale Public School and there are some special events throughout the year. Required training will take place in Sept. Please contact Aileen VanderSchuur, Kids Hope USA Director, if you would like to know more about this outreach ministry at (616) 204-3540 or aileenv@altelco.net.

Ø     Kids Hope USA is looking for people who like to do photo scrap booking.  If you’d be willing to help make a photo display for our 10 year anniversary Celebration, please contact Aileen VanderSchuur at (616) 204-3540 or aileenv@altelco.net.

Ø     Thank you so much for all the expressions of Love that were shown to our family with the death of my mom, Marian Lynch. A special thank you to Pastor Harold for his words of GRACE and HOPE during the funeral service. It was a beautiful time of visitation where we felt much loved by this body of believers. Thank you! -- Aileen & Joe VanderSchuur & family

Ø     Details about Seed Money and the Building Principle Reduction Match, two challenges taking place to reduce debt on our facilities, are available at the Information Desk. 

Prayer List  / God's Family

Ø     Church Prayer Line: 892-8700

Ø     Missions and Missionaries: Zach & Sharon Segaar-King and family in Haiti; Mississippi Christian Family Services in Rolling Fork, MS; Chaplain Larry Norman and Forgotten Man Ministries; Rob & Betty Wood in Quito, Ecuador; Pastor Harold & Mary

Ø     Pray for Dr. Jay Post that he may get some of his strength back after recent damage to his heart.

 Requested Announcements

Ø     Chr. Ref. Conference Grounds Concert July 24 at 7 PM - The Tribute Quartet. Dinner: 5-6:30 PM.  Questions?  Call 842-4478.

Ø     Wings of Mercy will hold a Pig Roast 5-8 PM on July 20 at the Holland Fish & Game Club in Zeeland. Live music too.  

Ø     Allendale Christian School’s Paper Drive runs until July 24 for newspapers and phonebooks. Thank you for your support!

Ø     Lakeshore Pregnancy Center’s next volunteer counselor training sessions will start Aug. 3. If called to serve in this area, please contact Kari at kari.wiersema@lpcenters.com or 895.1893.

Ø     The Bible League will have its Annual Golf Scramble on Aug. 12. For details, contact Fritz Klamer at 269-751-5465.

Ø     Unity Christian High School has a part-time job opening for fueling and cleaning buses, end of Aug. through mid-June.  Interested?  Call Bill at Unity at 669-1820. Unity is also looking for a girl’s varsity golf coach; season begins Aug. 11.  Interested? Please call Athletic Director Jerry DeGroot at 669-1820.

Ø     Bible News takes you to the palace of King David and teaches the truth behind the 7th commandment. Join Liz and his friends as they learn about the importance of keeping promises they’ve made. Then write to Kids Corner at Box 506, Worth IL 60482 or kids@kidscorner.net for your very own Bible study.

Ø     Heavy metal music, R-rated films, sports, and even the latest fashions. God can speak through anything—if we’re listening! Read a sample chapter of the new book “The Day Metallica Came to Church” at www.metallicaatchurch.org or call 1-800-333-8300 for more details.

Ø     The CRCNA has position openings for Administrative Assistants, a new Director of Loan Fund, and for an Accountant Level I in the Grand Rapids office. For more information or to apply visit www.crcna.org/pages/opportunities.cfm.