Message From Pastor Bob Huisman

When God changes you, He changes the World

This Sunday, September 20
BOTH/AND – This Sunday morning, weather permitting, we will gather for Sunday morning worship BOTH outdoors at Heritage AND online on Facebook and on our website at heritagecrc.net.  Both services will have the same sermon/message.  We will continue our new sermon series on the Book of Acts called Lasting Impact: When God Changes you He changes the world.
This Sunday we will focus on Acts 3-4 and the early church beginning to grow through the power of the Holy Spirit.  We will focus on the 4 characteristics of a growing church.  We will also receive a ministry update from Kid’s Hope and welcome new member Kim Diekevers to Heritage.

Thank You for your Gifts, Tithes, and Offerings
Online Giving: Click Here  or  https://heritagecrc.net/online-giving/

Transitions
During the month of September, our OUTDOOR in-person morning worship service begins at 9:30 AM.  Our pre-recorded ONLINE services will continue on Sundays at 9:30 AM and 5:00 PM.

Starting, Sunday, September 20 – Nursery, Children’s Worship, and Just Betweens will be available during our 9:30 Outdoor In-Person Worship.

Starting, Sunday, October 4 – our In-Person Worship will move indoors with two-morning worship services at 9:00 and 11:00 in both the Sanctuary and the ARK with safety precautions that are outlined in additional communication.  Sunday School and Catechism will be from 10:15-10:45.

Pre-recorded Morning Worship service will continue Online.

Sunday Night Connect will continue Online.

Gathering OUTDOORS for Worship at 9:30 AM
We will gather together outdoors (weather permitting) at 9:30 AM in song, prayer, and God’s Word.  Worship safely and socially distanced from a blanket, a lawn chair, or your vehicle.  Details about safe practices and procedures have been sent out in an earlier email and are available on our website.  Remember to use the WEST entrance.  Bring your Bible and a friend.  Weather-related cancellations will be posted on our website, Facebook, and emailed out by 8:00 AM.

Gathering ONLINE for Worship at 9:30 AM
We will gather online at 9:30 AM for the Facebook Premier of our worship service.  You can also access the worship services on our website at hertiagecrc.net.

Scroll down for information about how to connect online.

Sunday Night CONNECT at 5:00 PM
This Sunday we will explore the Gospel of John Chapter 19 and Jesus’ crucifixion and death.

Information for Connecting ONLINE

Facebook
Go to https://www.facebook.com/HeritageChristianReformedChurch/ or click HERE

Church Website
Sunday Morning Worship is also available on our church website – www.heritagecrc.net

Sermon Notes and Children’s Bulletin links are included in your Weekly Church Email and on our website.

Our worship services remain available for later viewing on both Facebook and our Website.

Sunday Worship DVD’s are available to be delivered to those who are not able to connect to Facebook or the Church Website.  Please contact the church office if you are aware of anyone who would like a weekly DVD delivered to their door.  We are currently delivering about 10 DVDs a week. (878-1992)

In Need of Prayer?
Our pastors and prayer volunteers would love to lift you up before God in prayer.
Email or text Pastor Bob Huisman with your prayer request or to request one of the pastors or prayer volunteers to contact you by phone.  We have male and female prayer volunteers who are eager to call and pray with you. (bhuisman@heritagecrc.net or 616.682.7685)

District Elders and Deacons are available for pastoral care needs and concerns.

Household Last Name         Elder/ Deacon Team
A—Buist                                 Rick Jongsma, Mike Shear
Buista—Diekema                   Brent Mulder, Roger Tiller
Diekemaa—Groenewold       Tom Beier, Todd Mingerink
Groenewolda—J                    Al Groenewold, James Oosterman
K– Meekhof                           Jim Sytsma, Matt Davis
Meel—O                                Mark Kooistra, Brad Diekema
P—Slager                              Al Smith, Tim Terborg
Slagera—VanderH                Bruce Berkenpas, Ted Koster
VanderI—Z                            Tom Tiemeyer, David DeJong

Upcoming Worship Gatherings

Sunday, September 27
AM – Lasting Impact: When God changes you, He changes the World.
The Essential Community: The Church is Persecuted,  Part 3 of 10, Acts 5-7
Christmas Shoebox Introduction, Shari Murdock
PM – Sunday Night Connect: The Gospel of John Chapter 20

Sunday, October 4
AM – Lasting Impact: When God changes you, He changes the World.
The Good News Changes Lives  Part 4 of 10, Acts 8-9
Lord’s Supper Celebration
PM – Sunday Night Connect: The Gospel of John Chapter 21

Sunday, October 11
AM
 – Lasting Impact: When God changes you, He changes the World.
The Good News is for Everyone,  Part 5 of 10, Acts 9-12
Disability Awareness Sunday
PM – Sunday Night Connect: The Gospel of John Overview with Bible Project Video Included

Sunday, October 18
AM
 – Lasting Impact: When God changes you, He changes the World.
The First Mission Trip,  Part 6 of 10, Acts 13-15
PM – Sunday Night Connect: Heritage Missionary Partner Connection

Sunday, October 25
AM – Lasting Impact: When God changes you, He changes the World.
Part 7 of 10, More Mission Trips, Acts 16-20, Pastor Bob Bolt
Selah Ministry Update: Vicki Williams & Sherry (Norman) France
PM – Sunday Night Connect: Reformation Sunday

Note: 50th Anniversary: Our anniversary celebration has been postponed until 2021.

Pastor Bob Huisman

May God go before you to lead you and behind you to protect you,
May God go beneath you to support you and beside you to befriend you.
    Do not be afraid.
May the blessing of God the Father, Jesus the Son, and Holy Spirit
be upon you.  Amen.