Watershed – Saturday at 6:00 pm – Anchor Building
Sunday at 9:30 & 11:00 am – Anchor Building
Teaching Pastor: Rev. Trent Walker
Message: “There Are No Good Excuses”
Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Announcements

This weekend, we will be celebrating the sacrament of Communion at all worship services. As we enter the season of Lent, let us pause and take time to wonder and marvel about the immense sacrifice of Jesus’ atoning blood, and His profound love for us all.  Let us prepare our hearts. A man ought to examine himself before he eats of the bread and drinks of the cup. I Corinthians 11:28.

Help our Prayer Shawl Ministry through donation!  Let the ladies who knit and crochet put in the hours, and you can help by donating your leftover craft store coupons (place in drop box), money (designate ‘prayer shawl’ on your check or envelope) or skeins of yarn (3 identical skeins of Lion’s Brand Homespun is ideal, but we’ll take whatever you’ve got!).  There’s a designated wicker basket near the info center in the Red Brick Building ready to receive your yarn.

Looking for a beautiful Grand Piano for your home?  The piano, presently in the Red Brick Building lounge, is for sale for a great price!  We would like to offer this opportunity to members of Harderwyk first before advertising the instrument to the West Michigan community.  Contact Jane Bosko (405-8163) by March 5th.

Thank You! Harderwyk would like to thank Laura Van Groningen for her 14 years of faithful work cleaning at the Red Brick each Friday. Laura will be here in the church library from 12-1pm on Friday, March 2, if you would like to stop by and wish her well. We are also very pleased to welcome Jayne Bakker (Watershed) who will be replacing Laura in this position.

Join with the churches of Classis Holland for the fifth annual Festival of Churches on Sunday, February 26, at 6:00pm.  The service will be held at Evergreen Commons.  Together we will celebrate the way God uses the various ethnicities and abilities within our churches to advance his Kingdom in our community.  Children of all ages are welcome to be present in the worship experience (no nursery provided).  Attendees are welcome to bring an ethnically unique finger-food to serve at a dessert buffet table following the service.

Job Opening: Harderwyk is looking to fill the church administrator positions. The job description is available at www.harderwyk.com. Please send cover letter and resume to the Harderwyk Personnel Committee.

Greeting Card Project: This month we will begin our project of sending greeting cards to Harderwyk’s veterans, missionaries and those confined to their home. If you know someone in one of these groups who would appreciate a card, please provide their name and mailing address to Christine.   This 4 week service project will begin on February 29.

Library News: We are missing a few resources.
The Bible Study “What’s so Amazing about Grace” by Philip Yancey
Second Chances #1 in the Seven Sister Series by Debra White Smith

Next week Sunday, March 4, is Christian Reformed World Relief Committee – Disaster Response Service Sunday!  This year marks the 40th year that CRWRC-DRS has been serving in the wake of disasters.  Offerings gathered next weekend will go toward their ministries.  If you are or ever have been a DRS volunteer, wear your green shirt next weekend!

Wednesday Community Night

5:30 pm
Dinner Menu: Potato and Soup Bar, Salad and Fruit Bar, Dessert

6:15 pm
Harderwyk Kids [Born in 2008 through 1st Grade] meet in Room 18.
GEMS [Girls 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
Cadets [Boys 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
UNDERTOW [6th-8th Grade] meets in the Anchor.
Financial Fitness meets in Room 21.
Women’s Bible Study meets in Room 4.

6:30 pm
Adult Study: The Reason for God meets in Room 1. This week’s topic: What Gives You the Right to Tell Me How to Live My Life?
Bible Study with Pastor Lopez and Mision Rey de Reyes in the Sanctuary.
STAR meets in the church library

8:00 pm
242 [High School] meets in the Anchor.

Children’s Ministry

February Memory Verse:
Psalm 100:5

For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.

Super Simple Preschool version:
The Lord is good; his love goes on forever.

Baked Goods Needed: The Cadets would like to offer our Pinewood Derby race fans goodies during the races as a fundraiser for Harderwyk Cadets. Those willing to make and/or donate cookies, cakes, or pies please contact Jeff van Slooten (399-5418 ).

March 14 is the Pinewood Derby night! Consider joining us that evening. More details about race night to come.

Cadet Dads:
February 29 our 2/3 graders will be sanding and painting their derby cars.
March 7 the 4/5 grade boys will be sanding and painting their derby cars.
Fathers who can attend are welcome to help their son put the finishing touches on their car.

Student Ministries

The 3rd Annual Student Ministries Benefit Train Show will be in the Great Room on Friday, March 9th from 5 to 9 pm and Saturday, March 10th from 9 am to 1 pm.  This is a fundraiser for students so they can participate in summer ministry opportunities.  The cost is $3 per person or $6 for a family.  There will be a large train layout, snacks and several booths to purchase model trains and supplies.  Come check it out.

Summer Opportunities • Contact Ty  to Sign Up
242 Roseland Trip • June 10 to 16
Dad’s, Daughters and Dudes Camping Trip • June 20 to 24
Middle School Summer Service Week • August 5 to 10

Missions

Save the Date for the Miles for Missions 5k/10k Run on Saturday, May 19th.   Join us at this annual event and support our short term mission teams.

Support our Short Term Missions “little churches”
One dollar a week is no small change.
· Over the past few years, Harderwyk has sent over 150 different people on short-term mission trips… many of whom have gone on more than one trip.
· An average of 3-4 different trips go out into our world each year.
· Several of our own supported missionaries have been encouraged by these personal visits.
· Each person needs to raise a minimum of $1200 per trip.
· Last year, the “little churches” collected $5,100 to support these trips, that’s no “small change”!
· This year, Harderwyk is sending teams to Africa and Honduras, and hopes to send teams out within our own 50 states. Our goal this year is to hit $10,000 collected through our “little churches”, so please bring your dollar and join us in reaching that goal!

The June Honduras team is still in need of another guy or two to join us on our mission journey to LaUnion, Honduras, working with Jake Compaan at Abundant Life Christian Schools.  If you are interested or would like to hear more about the trip, please contact Dee Stahl, Nancy Knaack (nancy_knaack@hotmail.com), or Norlyn Compaan (ncompaan@harderwyk.com) as soon as possible!

Our first informational Honduras Team Meeting will be on Sunday, March 4^th, at 5:30 p.m. in the Anchor GEMS room.  Please plan to join us if at all possible!  We will be covering important information regarding trip details, flights, etc.  Please contact Dee Stahl or Nancy Knaack  with any questions.

Christy Watkin, Harderwyk supported missionary in Cameroon, is ENGAGED!!   Pick up your copy of the announcement  of her engagement to Zachariah Yoder at one of the mission centers located in each building.  Congratulations Christy & Zachariah!!  There are also new updates available for James and Sarah Zwier, working in Laos, at the mission centers.

Mika’s Lunch, a non-profit lunch program being developed in Batey Fao, Dominican Republic, partnering with World Wide Christian Schools, is having its first annual sprING fundraiser on Friday, March 9, 7 pm – midnight,  at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge, 109 Elberdene, Holland.  A team from Harderwyk (Heather Laninga, Spencer Gugino, and Chris and Sarah Brummels) will begin this pilot program on March 13.  The night will be comprised of eatING, trivia gamING ($50 cash prize to the winning team), dancING (DJ Nate Dewitt), rafflING (over 25 prizes), and most of all givING!  No admission fee is required. Check out the bulletin board for a list of some of the prizes. For more information about Mika’s Lunch, visit www.mikaslunch.org.

A LIFE IMPACTING OPPORTUNITY!  Come and be involved in the mighty work God is doing in China!  Christian Reformed World Missions is looking for volunteers to teach English and VBS in China this summer.  There is a VBS program in Beijing, dates July 18 – Aug. 5, and an English teaching program in Qingdao June 28 – July 15.  The cost for each program is $1000 plus airfare.  For more information, contact Dee  or Nancy .

Hope Rising Child Sponsorship:  ONLY 11 CHILDREN left (out of 63!) who currently need sponsorships to provide them with an education at Jerico Christian School in Batey Fao in the Dominican Republic.   Sponsorship cards (with pictures and information) are located the missionary display boards in both buildings.  Thanks to all of you who have decided to sponsor several of “our” children.

Don’t forget to feed the Paper Gator!   All proceeds benefit Short-Term Mission opportunities.

Neighbors Plus – www.neighborsplus.org

English Classes Meet 31 Students:  This winter, students originally from Mexico, Colombia, Venezuela, Honduras, Nicaragua, India, Bangladesh, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand have come to the Neighbors Plus English as a Second Language.  Class leader, Linda Masopust, reports the joy of meeting these families and hearing their stories.  Last week, the class celebrated with Pedro and Lupe for passing the Naturalization Test and Interview in Detroit.  They will be sworn in as American citizens in March.   Pray that relationships will grow and God will be praised in this ministry. English Speaking Volunteers Needed for adults learning English!  If you would enjoy getting to know people from other parts of the world and help them practice English skills, visit the class to see what it’s all about.  No preparation is needed except a willing heart!  Class is held Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Harbor Lights Middle School library from 6:45-8:30 pm.   Contact Linda  for more information.

Neighbors Plus Auction June 8:  Reserve Friday night, June 8,  to join us for the Neighbors Plus 2012 Luau Dinner and Auction at Midtown Center.   The Auction Committee is working on a great variety of gifts to bid on that night.  If you have something to donate or like to place an advertisement for your business in the auction book for a great price (and get a free auction ticket), contact Sherrie .

Are you participating in the 2012 5/3^rd River Bank Run?  Kids Hope USA is a 2012 Charity Partner for the 5/3 River Bank Run! “Make it Count” by signing up to run or walk for KIDS HOPE USA and help us provide more mentors for children in Michigan.  Please visit www.kidshopeusa.org for more information on how you can “Make it Count” for Kids Hope USA.

Kids Hope - One hour a week can make a difference in a child’s life … YOU can be that difference!  We have two students waiting for mentors, and we are in need of one more substitute mentor!  If you would like to learn more about the Kids Hope program, please contact Jennifer (317.965.7721).

TWO Kids Hope parties are coming up next weekend, at the Anchor.  The Boys Bash will be Friday, March 2, from 5:30 – 8:00 and the Glorious Girls Gala is Saturday, March 3, 9:00 – 11:30.   All mentors are invited and should have received an invitation in the mail, and at a school.  Contact Jennifer   if you have any questions.

Tithing Opportunities

Today’s offerings: Harderwyk Ministries
Next Weekend: CRWRC – DRS

Last Week’s Giving            $18,934
Budget Weekly Need         $28,880
YTD Income                   $163,540
YTD Actual Expenses    $218,224

Celebration and Fusion collect an offering during the worship service.
Watershed collects offerings in the collection boxes in the coffee room and near the entrances to the gym.

Requested Announcements

Hospice Orientation Program (HOP): Hospice of Holland is currently seeking caring and compassionate individuals interested in orienting to the role of hospice volunteer.  Graduates of HOP have the option to choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities within the organization.  HOP  will occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 2:00pm – 5:00pm, between the dates of March 13 and 29, 2012.  Consider this wonderful opportunity to help us help others facing end-of-life.

All God’s Children International’s Michigan Regional office is offering an adoption seminar on March 22 from 7pm-8:30pm in the RBB Room 21 presenting information on adoption and orphan care. Come and hear about ways you can become involved with caring for orphans. RSVP to Renee Hordyk, Michigan Regional Director at 616-260-3163 or rhordyk@allgodschildren.org

Habitat for Humanity: Take a group of friends or come as you are to work with Habitat for Humanity at their construction site, office or ReStore. Work times are available Monday through Saturday during the morning, afternoon, and evening. No experience is necessary and a rewarding day is guaranteed! Call Lindsay TerHaar at 616.393.8001 ext. 103 or email at to sign up today!

Kreg and Stacy Sills invite you to attend the Family Fun Night and Silent Auction, this Saturday, 5 – 8 pm, at Ivanrest Church in Grandville. The funds raised will benefit the Yezelalem Minch Children and Community Development; a non-profit organization that helps destitute children, orphans, and widows in Ethiopia.  Dinner will be provided along with Bounce House, a Photo booth, and auction items such as a 42 in. flat-screen TV and a $500 travel voucher, and much more! Any ?, contact Tim Buursma.

Watershed – Saturday at 6:00 pm – Anchor Building
Sunday at 9:30 & 11:00 am – Anchor Building
Teaching Pastor: Rev. Burt Bolt 
Message: “Isn’t it Aaronic”
Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Announcements

Help our Prayer Shawl Ministry through donation!  Let the ladies who knit and crochet put in the hours, and you can help by donating your leftover craft store coupons (place in drop box), money (designate ‘prayer shawl’ on your check or envelope) or skeins of yarn (3 identical skeins of Lion’s Brand Homespun is ideal, but we’ll take whatever you’ve got!).  There’s a designated wicker basket near the info center in the Red Brick Building ready to receive your yarn.

Book Club will meet on Monday at 6:45 pm in the church library.  Mae Versluys will lead a discussion of ‘Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet’ by Jamie Ford.

Looking for a beautiful Grand Piano for your home?  The piano, presently in the Red Brick Building lounge, is for sale for a great price!  We would like to offer this opportunity to members of Harderwyk first before advertising the instrument to the West Michigan community.  Contact Jane Bosko (405-8163) by March 5th.

Greeting Card Project: This month we will begin our project of sending greeting cards to Harderwyk’s veterans, missionaries and those confined to their home. If you know someone in one of these groups who would appreciate a card, please provide their name and mailing address to Christine .   This 4 week service project will begin on February 29.

Take a Shot! Guys come on out for our next night of bow shooting: February 23 at 7:30 pm at Blendon Pines in Zeeland. $10 per night per person. For more information please contact Pete Baumann .

Thank You! Harderwyk would like to thank Laura Van Groningen for her 14 years of faithful work cleaning at the Red Brick each Friday. Laura will be here in the church library from 12-1pm on Friday, March 2, if you would like to stop by and wish her well. We are also very pleased to welcome Jayne Bakker (Watershed) who will be replacing Laura in this position.

Join with the churches of Classis Holland for the fifth annual Festival of Churches on Sunday, February 26, at 6:00pm.  The service will be held at Evergreen Commons.  Together we will celebrate the way God uses the various ethnicities and abilities within our churches to advance his Kingdom in our community.  Children of all ages are welcome to be present in the worship experience (no nursery provided).  Attendees are welcome to bring an ethnically unique finger-food to serve at a dessert buffet table following the service.

Wednesday Community Night – Ash Wednesday

5:30 pm
Dinner Menu: Roast Beef, Potatoes, Veggies, Salad and Fruit Bar and Dessert.

6:15 pm
Financial Fitness meets in Room 21.

6:30 pm
Wednesday, February 22, is the first day of Lent.  Enter this season by joining your church family for our Ash Wednesday Service – 6:30-7:00pm in the Great Room.  We pause all of our regular Wednesday night programming to be together – to be marked with a cross of ashes and to remember that we came from dust and we will return to dust.  As we say to the children who receive ashes: “God Created You. God Loves You. Your Whole Life Belongs to Him.” (Nursery available for infants)

8:00 pm
242 [High School] will be meeting at our normal time at 8 pm after the Ash Wednesday Service.  We’ll have part two of our Purity Refresher and time in our small groups.

Children’s Ministry

February Memory Verse:
Psalm 100:5 For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.

Super Simple Preschool version:
The Lord is good; his love goes on forever.

Children’s Lesson about Communion:  This weekend, children’s ministry classes are presenting a lesson about the meaning of communion.  The lesson is part of a Discipleship Team effort to offer instruction about Communion to parents and children, and to help parents discern how and when their children participate in the Sacrament.  The focus of the lesson is:  God’s meal, called Communion, helps us remember Jesus’ sacrifice.   The Discipleship Team encourages you to ask your children about what they experienced in their classes, to review the brochure How Does My Family Talk About the Sacrament of the Lord’s Table (sent home with the children), and to speak with a pastor if you have questions about your child’s participation in the Communion service.

Student Ministries

UNDERTOW will not be having a regular meeting this week.  We encourage all of our students to participate at the Ash Wednesday Service with their families!

242 will be meeting at our normal time at 8 pm after the Ash Wednesday Service.  We’ll have part two of our Purity Refresher and time in our small groups.

The 3rd Annual Student Ministries Benefit Train Show will be in the Great Room on Friday, March 9th from 5 to 9 pm and Saturday, March 10th from 9 am to 1 pm.  This is a fundraiser for students so they can participate in summer ministry opportunities.  The cost is $3 per person or $6 for a family.  There will be a large train layout, snacks and several booths to purchase model trains and supplies.  Come check it out.

Summer Opportunities • Contact Ty  to Sign Up
242 Roseland Trip • June 10 to 16
Dad’s, Daughters and Dudes Camping Trip • June 20 to 24
Middle School Summer Service Week • August 5 to 10

Missions

Save the Date for the Miles for Missions 5k/10k Run on Saturday, May 19th.   Join us at this annual event and support our short term mission teams.

Thank You! The Honduras team would like to thank all those who  supported our team at the Community Night dinner.  Your continued generous support of our short term missons is a blessing that reaches for generations.

Support our Short Term Missions “little churches”
One dollar a week is no small change.
· Over the past few years, Harderwyk has sent over 150 different people on short-term mission trips… many of whom have gone on more than one trip.
· An average of 3-4 different trips go out into our world each year.
· Several of our own supported missionaries have been encouraged by these personal visits.
· Each person needs to raise a minimum of $1200 per trip.
· Last year, the “little churches” collected $5,100 to support these trips, that’s no “small change”!
· This year, Harderwyk is sending teams to Africa and Honduras, and hopes to send teams out within our own 50 states. Our goal this year is to hit $10,000 collected through our “little churches”, so please bring your dollar and join us in reaching that goal!

Neighbors Plus – www.neighborsplus.org

Great Escape Positions:  Applications for interested Great Escape counselors and assistant director are due this month.  Counselor candidates need to have completed at least one year of college.  Leadership positions require youth and management experience.  Job descriptions are available by contacting Sherrie .

Thank you from the Health Team:  135 individuals responded to the Health Team survey over the past 2 weeks – thank you for your help!  Data continues to be collected so fill out a survey today!  To date, the top health conditions affecting survey responders  or their families are high blood pressure (39%), stress (36%), weight issues (34%) and allergies (33%).  Health activities that the responders thought would be personally beneficial include an exercise program answered by a whopping 54%, health education workshops (35%), and education on CPR and First Aid (32%).  In addition, 18 individuals from our congregation offered an amazing variety of health related experience, skills and passions, which will be invaluable as the Health Team focuses on first steps.  Watch for the start of health activities soon.

English Speaking Volunteers Needed:  The Tuesday and Thursday night language classes for adults learning English need more volunteers!  Over 20 adults are attending this semester, some with very limited English.  If you would enjoy getting to know people from other parts of the world and help them practice English skills, visit the class to see what it’s all about.  No preparation is needed except a willing heart!  Class is held Tuesday and Thursday nights at the Harbor Lights Middle School library from 6:45-8:30 p.m.   Contact Linda  for more information.

Tithing Opportunities

Today’s offerings: Harderwyk GEMS
Next Weekend: Harderwyk Ministries

Last Week’s Giving            $20,031
Budget Weekly Need         $28,880
YTD Income                   $144,606
YTD Actual Expenses    $201,724

Celebration and Fusion collect an offering
during the worship service.
 Watershed collects offerings in the collection boxes in the coffee room and near the entrances to the gym.

Requested Announcements
Hospice Orientation Program (HOP): Hospice of Holland is currently seeking caring and compassionate individuals interested in orienting to the role of hospice volunteer.  Graduates of HOP have the option to choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities within the organization.  HOP  will occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 2:00pm – 5:00pm, between the dates of March 13 and 29, 2012.  Consider this wonderful opportunity to help us help others facing end-of-life.

All God’s Children International’s Michigan Regional office is offering an adoption seminar on March 22 from 7pm-8:30pm in the RBB Room 21 presenting information on adoption and orphan care. Come and hear about ways you can become involved with caring for orphans. RSVP to Renee Hordyk, Michigan Regional Director at 616-260-3163 or rhordyk@allgodschildren.org

Calvary CRC, located at 400 Beeline Road in Holland, and Michigan Works have teamed up to provide job search assistance to anyone looking for employment. People can stop by Calvary on Mondays from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. or on Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. to receive assistance with the following:

Job search assistance and use of the Michigan Works Talent Bank system
Resume building
Online basic computer training
Use of a computer, printer, fax, and copy machine
Clients and their families who use the job search service on Wednesdays will receive a free meal pass to our family night dinner, good for their immediate family members

Calvary Church will provide job seekers with a private atmosphere and one on one assistance. Please feel free to distribute this information to any of your clients you feel would benefit from this service.

For more information please contact Matt Lehr at 616.928.1325 or at mlehr@calvarycrc.org

CALVIN SEMINARY EVENT – Please join us for a Free Event: “How to Read the Bible through the Jesus Lens – A Guide to Christ-Focused Reading of Scripture”. Discover how individuals and churches can learn to read every book of the Bible as pointing to Christ.Written by Michael Williams, Professor of Old Testament at Calvin Seminary. March 6, 8 p.m. EST. Watch live at www.livestream.com/Zondervan – RSVP today to get a reminder!

Watershed – Saturday at 6:00 pm – Anchor Building
Sunday at 9:30 & 11:00 am – Anchor Building
Teaching Pastor: Rev. Trent Walker
Message: “A Second Touch”
Scripture:  Mark 8:22-26

Announcements

Wednesday, February 22, is the first day of Lent.  You are invited to enter this season by joining your church family for our Ash Wednesday Service from 6:30-7:00pm in the Great Room.  We pause all of our regular Wednesday night programming to be together – to be marked with a cross of ashes and to remember that we came from dust and we will return to dust.  As we say to the children who receive ashes: “God Created You. God Loves You. Your Whole Life Belongs to Him.” Nursery is available for infants.  

Help our Prayer Shawl Ministry through donation!  Let the ladies (all ladies, at this point!) who knit and crochet put in the hours, and you can help by donating your leftover craft store coupons (place in drop box), money (designate ‘prayer shawl’ on your check or envelope) or skeins of yarn (3 identical skeins of Lion’s Brand Homespun is ideal, but we’ll take whatever you’ve got!).  There’s a designated wicker basket near the info center in the Red Brick Building ready to receive your yarn.

If you wish to become a member or learn more about Harderwyk. Plan to attend our next Discovery Class on February 19 from 2:30 to 6 pm. Please contact Christine ( x319) to sign up.

Lakesiders: The prophecies of Joel and Micah will be our Bible Study on Thursday beginning at 9:30.  In your preparatory reading of these prophecies consider the following:  What four word phrase does Joel express five times?  How does it integrate his prophecy?  Micah 5:2-5 is familiar to many.  Why?  How do these verses fit into his whole message of judgments on sin and words of hope?

Harderwyk Women’s Ministries Soul Spa: Friday – Sunday, February 24-26.  Let’s spend a couple of days together at Camp Geneva, resting and refreshing as sisters in Christ.  Heidi De Jonge (speaking) and Lyn Walker (worship leading) will lead us into a full-bodied experience of Psalm 62: Find Rest: a solid rock under your feet; breathing room for your soul.  Registration forms are at the Info Centers. Registration deadline is TODAY!!

Looking for a beautiful Grand Piano for your home?  The piano, presently in the Red Brick Building lounge, is for sale for a great price!  We would like to offer this opportunity to members of Harderwyk first before advertising the instrument online to the West Michigan community.  For details, contact Jane Bosko at 405-8163 by March 5.

Greeting Card Project: This month we will begin our project of sending greeting cards to Harderwyk ‘s veterans, missionaries and those confined to their home. If you know someone in one of these groups who would appreciate a card, please provide their name and mailing address to Christine .   The service project will begin on February 29 and continue for 4 weeks.

Take a Shot! Guys come on out for our next night of bow shooting; February 23 at 7:30 pm.  Blendon Pines in Zeeland has offered to let us use their lounge and their range: $10 per night per person. For more information please contact Pete Baumann .

Wednesday Community Night

5:30 pm
Dinner Menu: Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies, Salad and Fruit Bar and Dessert. Fundraiser for the Honduras Mission Teams.

6:15 pm
Harderwyk Kids [Born in 2008 through 1st Grade] meet in Room 18.
GEMS [Girls 2nd -5th Grade] meet at New Heights Fitness for a Dad & Daughter Night.
Cadets [Boys 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
UNDERTOW [6th-8th Grade] meets in the Anchor. Haley will be leading about gifts and talents.

6:30 pm
Adult Study: The Reason for God meets in Room 1. This week’s topic: How Can You Say There Is Only One Way to God?
Bible Study with Pastor Lopez and Mision Rey de Reyes in the Sanctuary.
Financial Fitness meets in Room 21.
Women’s Bible Study meets in Room 4.

8:00 pm
242 [High School] meets in the Anchor for small group time and Ty will lead a purity refresher.

Children’s Ministry

February Memory Verse:
Psalm 100:5
For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.

Super Simple Preschool version:  The Lord is good; his love goes on forever.

Student Ministries

There is an UNDERTOW Function on Friday night for 7th and 8th graders from 7 to 10 PM.

Don’t forget about the 242 Small Group Retreat on March 16th and 17th at the Anchor! Jolene Speaking, Prayer Path, Paintball and a lot of great time together for only $25.  Everyone is invited and friends are welcome.  Contact Ty or Haley  for details.

Missions

Short Term Missions: We encourage everyone to bring ONE dollar to the little churches labeled “Short Term Missions” each time they attend worship.

We have been working hard to put together the next two teams  that will be traveling to Honduras this summer to work with Jake Compaan at Abundant Life Christian School. We have a couple of spots still available on the June team, and several spots on the August team.  If you are feeling called  to join us on this trip, or need more information to make a final decision, please contact  Dee Stahl ( x311), Nancy Knaack , or Norlyn Compaan .  We’d love to have the chance to talk with you about this opportunity!

Wednesday, the Honduras Mission Team will be helping with Community Night Dinner as our first team fundraiser.  Come out and join us for dinner while supporting our team.

Hey all you runners out there, mark your calendars for our Miles for Missions 5k/10k Run coming up on Saturday, May 19^th.   Join us at this annual event and help to support our short term mission teams.  More information and registration forms will be available soon.  Stay tuned!

Mission Leadership Team meeting at 6:00 pm on Sunday in the Gems Room of the Anchor.  We will be working on planning the Miles for Missions Run.

Neighbors Plus – www.neighborsplus.org

Please help our new Health Team plan its work by completing a 2 question survey on health concerns and services that interest you.    Paper surveys available today or you can use this  link on the Harderwyk Ministries blog for the online survey.  The Health Team working with Neighbors Plus will promote physical, emotional, spiritual and social well-being with a goal of healthy and healing relationships with God, self, others, and the environment.   The deadline for surveys is this Thursday, February 16.   Thank you for helping!

Great Escape Positions:  Applications for interested Great Escape counselors and assistant director are due this month.  Counselor candidates need to have completed at least one year of college.  Leadership positions require youth and management experience.  Job descriptions are available by contacting Sherrie.

Did you notice?  The Good Samaritan Ministries Annual Report mailed to homes last week features the Neighbors Plus Alternative Suspension program as an example of the work of the Faith in Youth Partnership.  Check it out!

Kids Hope needs to obtain approximately 2 dozen jars – mayo or jelly type of jars  for an upcoming party in February.   You can drop off at the Red Brick Building kitchen and please label Kids Hope.  Thanks!

The home care locker is in desperate need!!  The Kids Hope / ASR kids are doing a service project to stock the locker ( next week -Feb 15) but there is nothing to stock.  We need trash bags, laundry soap, dish soap, shampoo, cleaning supplies, toilet paper and paper towels.  Thank you for helping make this project a success for our Kids Hope kids!

Tithing Opportunities

Today’s offerings: Harderwyk Ministries
Next Weekend: Harderwyk GEMS

Last Week’s Giving            $34,085
Budget Weekly Need         $28,880
YTD Income                   $124,575
YTD Actual Expenses    $185,654

Celebration and Fusion collect an offering
during the worship service.
 Watershed collects offerings in the collection boxes in the coffee room and near the
entrances to the gym.

Watershed – Saturday at 6:00 pm – Anchor Building
Sunday at 9:30 & 11:00 am – Anchor Building
Teaching Pastor: Rev. Trent Walker
Message: “On the Threshing Floor”
Scripture:  Luke 22:14-34

Announcements

If you wish to become a member or learn more about Harderwyk. Plan to attend our next Discovery Class on February 19 from 2:30 to 6 pm. Please contact Christine (x319) to sign up.

The Reason for God: 1 Peter 3 tells us, “Always be prepared to give an answer…to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” This 6 week study with Timothy Keller will explore how to engage others in dialogue: what to say, and how to say it.  Using literature, philosophy, real-life experiences, and the Bible, Keller meets with a group of people to address their doubts and objections to Christianity. This week’s (our first class) topic: Isn’t the Bible a Myth? Contact Pastor Burt  with any questions.

Our new Prayer Shawl Ministry team will begin meeting the first Monday evenings of the month in the church library at 7:00 pm.  Our first meeting will be on February 6.  Contact Pastor Heidi with any questions.

Parents of Adult Children Together (PACT): PACT is a prayer and support group for parents walking alongside adult children.  We meet for a good hour on the first Tuesdays of the month to celebrate joys and share burdens with one another.  Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 7 at 6:30 pm in the church library. Let Pastor Heidi  know if you have any questions.

STAR is a support group for women, supported by Neighbors Plus, and led by Katy Kloosterman and Pastor Heidi.  We will meet each week this semester, beginning this Wednesday, February 8, at 6:30pm in the library.  We Stand Together for Accountability and Renewal through study, conversation, and laughter!  Please email Heidi with any questions.

Take a Shot! Guys come on out for our next night of bow shooting; February 9 at 7:30 pm.  Blendon Pines in Zeeland has offered to let us use their lounge and their range: $10 per night per person. For more information please contact Pete Baumann .

Diaper Drive for the Petroelje triplets: ALL sizes! Drop them off in the church office any time. Please attach the gift receipt so they can be returned for different sizes if necessary.

Lakesiders: The prophecies of Joel and Micah will be our Bible Study on Thursday, February 16.  What four word phrase does Joel express five times?  How does it integrate his prophecy?  Micah 5:2-5 is familiar to many.  Why?  How do these verses fit into his whole message of judgments on sin and words of hope?

Harderwyk Women’s Ministries Soul Spa: Friday – Sunday, February 24-26.  Let’s spend a couple of days together at Camp Geneva, resting and refreshing as sisters in Christ.  Heidi De Jonge (speaking) and Lyn Walker (worship leading) will lead us into a full-bodied experience of Psalm 62: Find Rest: a solid rock under your feet; breathing room for your soul.  Soul Spa Registration Form are at the Info Centers. Registration deadline is February 12 – sign up early as space is limited!

Wednesday Community Night

5:30 pm
Dinner Menu: Chinese Food, Salad & Fruit Bar, Dessert.

6:15 pm
Harderwyk Kids [Born in 2008 through 1st Grade] meet in Room 18.
GEMS [Girls 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
Cadets [Boys 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
UNDERTOW [6th-8th Grade] meets in the Anchor.

6:30 pm
Adult Study: The Reason for God meets in Room 17
Bible Study with Pastor Lopez and Mision Rey de Reyes in the Sanctuary.
Financial Fitness meets in Room 21.
Women’s Bible Study meets in Room 1
STAR meets in Library

8:00 pm
242 [High School] meets in the Anchor.

Children’s Ministry

February Memory Verse:
Psalm 100:5
For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.

Super Simple Preschool version:
The Lord is good; his love goes on forever.

Student Ministries

UNDERTOW and Riptide have combined!  So now UNDERTOW is for 6th to 8th grade for the rest of the year.  Parents please take note of this because you won’t see anymore Riptide information this year.

Missions
Short Term Missions: We encourage everyone to bring ONE dollar to the little churches labeled “Short Term Missions” each time they attend worship.

Two Honduras Mission Trip Opportunities:  Approximate dates for the trips are :  June 12-21 & July 31-August 9.  You can find a brochure and application at the mission centers of both buildings.  Leave completed application in the white drop boxes using the provided envelopes.  Sign-up deadline is February 5.  Any questions, contact Dee Stahl , Nancy Knaack, or Norlyn Compaan .

Hope Rising Child Sponsorship:  ONLY 11 CHILDREN left (out of 63!) who currently need sponsorships to provide them with an education at Jerico Christian School in Batey Fao in the Dominican Republic.   Sponsorship cards (with pictures and information) are located the missionary display boards in both buildings.  Thanks to all of you who have decided to sponsor several of “our” children.

Neighbors Plus – www.neighborsplus.org

Health Team Survey:  This week, a survey from a new Health Team will be emailed to you to get your input for the initial direction for a new Health Team working with Neighbors Plus.  The Health Team will promote physical, emotional, spiritual, and social well-being with a goal of healthy and healing relationships with God, self, others, and the environment.  Please take a moment to complete the survey.  There will be paper copies of the survey available next Sunday to complete if you are more comfortable with that format.    Thank you for taking time to give shape to this new ministry!

Alternative Suspension Program:  Last Sunday, five young men spoke at the services about their experiences at the Neighbors Plus suspension program.   If their presentation tugged at your heart, contact Karen  to see how you can help.   One to one tutors and career exploration field trips are always needed.

Park2Park Runners:  Registration is now open for the September 22, 2012 run.  Holland Hospital has joined as title sponsor so our new name is the Holland Hospital Park2Park.  Go to www.park2parkrace.com for information and to register.

Kids Hope - One hour a week can make a difference in a child’s life … YOU can be that difference!  We have two students waiting for mentors, and we are in need of one more substitute mentor!  If you would like to learn more about the Kids Hope program, please contact Jennifer (317.965.7721).

Kids Hope needs to obtain approximately 2 dozen pint (small mouth) jars for an upcoming party in February.   You can drop off at the Red Brick Building kitchen and please label Kids Hope.  Thanks!

Tithing Opportunities

Today’s offerings: Neighbors Plus
Next Weekend: Harderwyk Ministries

Last Week’s Giving            $15,773|
Budget Weekly Need         $28,880
YTD Income                   $90,324
YTD Actual Expenses    $129,038

Celebration and Fusion collect an offering
during the worship service.
Watershed collects offerings in the collection boxes in the coffee room and near the
entrances to the gym.

Watershed – Saturday at 6:00 pm – Anchor Building
Sunday at 9:30 & 11:00 am – Anchor Building
Teaching Pastor: Rev. Heidi De Jonge
Message: “Replacement and Abundance”
Scripture:  John 2:1-11, Isaiah 26:17-18, Revelation 12:2-5

Announcements

Harderwyk Women’s Ministries Soul Spa: Friday – Sunday, February 24-26.  Let’s spend a couple of days together at Camp Geneva, resting and refreshing as sisters in Christ.  Heidi De Jonge (speaking) and Lyn Walker (worship leading) will lead us into a full-bodied experience of Psalm 62: Find Rest: a solid rock under your feet; breathing room for your soul.  Registration forms are at the Info Centers. Registration deadline is February 12 – sign up early as space is limited!

The Reason for God: On February 8 we will begin a 6 week study with Timothy Keller exploring how to engage others in dialogue: what to say, and how to say it.  Captured live and unscripted, Timothy Keller meets with a group of people to address their doubts and objections to Christianity. Using literature, philosophy, real-life experiences, and the Bible, Keller and the group explore the truth of Christianity.

Our new Prayer Shawl Ministry team will begin meeting the first Monday evenings of the month in the church library at 7:00pm.  Our first meeting will be on February 6.  Check future bulletins for information on what to bring!  Email or call Pastor Heidi with any questions.

Uncovering Your Calling: Join Pastor Heidi this Wednesday evening at 6:30 for the final week of this study.  We’ll be talking about how the world needs more ‘Boring Christians’.  Come find out what this means!  While all the sessions have been connected, you can attend this last one without feeling lost!  We will meet in Room 1 of the Red Brick Building.

Parents of Adult Children Together (PACT): PACT is a prayer and support group for parents walking alongside adult children.  We meet for a good hour on the first Tuesdays of the month to celebrate joys and share burdens with one another.  Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 7 at 6:30 pm in the church library. Let Pastor Heidi know if you have any questions.

Diaper Drive for the Petroelje triplets: ALL sizes! Drop them off on the front porch of 573 Lake Street Holland MI 49424 any time between now and Wednesday Feb 1 @ 9pm.

Cleaning Position Available: After many years of faithful cleaning at Harderwyk’s Red Brick, Laura Van Groningen has announced her wish to retire. The hours of the postion are roughly 9am – 3pm Fridays, and involve detailed cleaning and dusting, light room setup, cleaning and restocking of restrooms, and some vacuuming. Please contact Norlyn Compaan (x306) for more details.

Take a Shot: If you are interested in joining other Harderwyk men in shooting their bows on February 9th, contact Pete Bauman.  You may also just show up to Blendon Pines in Zeeland (lounge opens at 7 pm and shooting starts at 8 pm). Cost: $10 per person.

If you wish to become a member or learn more about Harderwyk. Plan to attend our next Discovery Class on February 19 from 2:30 to 6 pm. Contact Christine ( x319) to sign up.

Wednesday Community Night

5:30 pm
Dinner Menu: BBQ Pork and Beef Sandwiches, Veggies, French Fries, Salad & Fruit Bar, Dessert.

6:15 pm
Harderwyk Kids [Born in 2008 through 1st Grade] meet in Room 18.
GEMS [Girls 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
Cadets [Boys 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
UNDERTOW [6th-8th Grade] meets in the Anchor.

6:30 pm
Adult Study: Uncovering Your Calling meets in Room 1.
Bible Study with Pastor Lopez and Mision Rey de Reyes in the Sanctuary.
Financial Fitness meets in Room 21.

8:00 pm
242 [High School] meets in the Anchor.

Children’s Ministry

January Memory Verse:
Enter God’s gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.
Super Simple Preschool version:  Give thanks to God and praise his name.
Psalm 100:4

T-Shirt Sunday is next week!  Children are encouraged to wear their “God’s Masterpiece” t-shirts to church on
February 4 and 5.

Student Ministries

UNDERTOW and Riptide have combined!  So now UNDERTOW is for 6th to 8th grade for the rest of the year.  Parents please take note of this because you won’t see anymore Riptide information this year.

The 8th Grade Profession Retreat students will be meeting at the Anchor on Saturday at 8 am and will be returning to the Anchor on Sunday by 10 am.

Missions
We encourage everyone to bring ONE dollar to the little churches labeled  “Short Term Missions” each time they attend worship.

Two Honduras Mission Trip Opportunities:  Approximate dates for the trips are :  June 12-21 & July 31-August 9.  You can find a brochure and application at the mission centers of both buildings.  Leave completed application in the white drop boxes using the provided envelopes.  Sign-up deadline is February 5.  Any questions, contact Dee Stahl , Nancy Knaack,or Norlyn Compaan .

Hope Rising Child Sponsorship:  ONLY 11 CHILDREN left (out of 63!) who currently need sponsorships to provide them with an education at Jerico Christian School in Batey Fao in the Dominican Republic.   Sponsorship cards (with pictures and information) are located the missionary display boards in both buildings.  Thanks to all of you who have decided to sponsor several of “our” children.

The Africa mission team, Nancy Knaack, Jill and Tim Bloemendaal, Mitch and Stacie VanKampen, Zac Tamminga, and Justin Koert, arrived in Mozambique on Friday.  Keep them in your prayers as they prepare for a busy 2 weeks of physical work, God’s strength and wisdom during the project work, and health among them all while they work, eat and sleep in a foreign country.  They join Bernie Knaack, Gary Hoort, and Al & Persis Weener, who have already been in Africa for 2 weeks, working hard to prepare for the remainder of the team to arrive.

Neighbors Plus – www.neighborsplus.org

Kids Hope - One hour a week can make a difference in a child’s life … YOU can be that difference!  We have two students waiting for mentors, and we are in need of one more substitute mentor!  If you would like to learn more about the Kids Hope program, please contact Jennifer (317.965.7721).

Kids Hope needs to obtain approximately 2 dozen pint (small mouth) jars for an upcoming party in February.   You can drop off at the Red Brick Building kitchen and please label Kids Hope.  Thanks!

Kids Hope: January is National Mentoring Month!!  As a THANK YOU for all that our mentors, prayer partners and leadership team volunteers do for them, the kids would like to help stock the shelves of the Harderwyk home care locker.  In order to do that, we need donations of home care items.  The kids will be stocking the shelves on February 15.

Tutor Needed for one 7th grade young man who is reading at 3rd grade level.  Anytime between 9 am until 11 am. We are looking for a 45 minute commitment per week but it can be longer.  Contact Karen ( x325) if you can help.

Tithing Opportunities

Today’s offerings: Harderwyk Cadets
Next Weekend: Neighbors Plus

Last Week’s Giving            $17,872
Budget Weekly Need         $28,880
YTD Income                   $74,667
YTD Actual Expenses    $89,509

Celebration and Fusion collect an offering during the worship service.
Watershed collects offerings in the collection boxes on the refreshment tables and near the entrances to the gym.

Requested Announcements

Take a group of friends or come as you are to work with Habitat for Humanity at their construction site, office or ReStore. Work times are available Monday through Saturday during the morning, afternoon, and evening. No experience is necessary and a rewarding day is guaranteed! Call Lindsay TerHaar at 616.393.8001 ext. 103 or email at volunteer@lakeshorehabitat.org to sign up today!

 The Lakeshore Pregnancy Center is offering a training session for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer peer counselor.  This is a tremendous volunteer opportunity, one which daily impacts the lives of women in our communities.  We have centers in Allegan, Allendale, Grand Haven & Holland.  The classes will be held at our Holland center February  27, 29, and March 2, 5, 7, & 9 FROM 9:30 AM-2:30 PM  This is a 30 hour training and all classes are required.  If interested please call Sherry (396-5840 ext. 25). Our hours are Monday 9am-7pm, Tuesday-Thursday 9am-5pm. You can also visit our website at www.lpcenters.org under “Get Involved” there are many different way to volunteer to be a part of this ministry.   If these dates don’t work well, please consider volunteering as a receptionist until our next training in the Summer.

Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 10, from 9-12:00 pm for the next Holland Christian Schools Kids’ Stuff ReSale.  We will be selling: infant and children’s clothing through girls size 16 and boys size 18; baby equipment (cribs, strollers, etc); toys; athletic gear; kids’ bikes; Dutch costumes; and more!  If you are interested in being a seller at this sale, please contact kidsale@hollandchristian.org

2012-2013 Kindergarten and Preschool Enrollment  Holland Christian Schools will be offering 2012-2013 kindergarten and preschool information meetings and enrollment nights on Feb. 6 at Rose Park and Feb. 7 at South Side Elementary Schools. The information meetings will be held from 6-7 pm and enrollment for both kindergarten and preschool begins at 7 pm. Please join us! Visit hollandchristian.org for more details or call (616) 820-2805.

Holland Christian High School will be holding it’s annual High School Showcase on Monday, January 30, from 7-8:15 pm for families considering enrollment for 2012-2013 at HCHS. Students and their parents are invited to join us! Visit hollandchristian.org for details or call (616) 820-2805.

Singer/songwriter Matt Maher will be in concert Sunday, February 12 @ Community Church, 10376 Felch Street, Zeeland, MI @ 6pm.  Doors open at 5. Maher has developed a reputation of being a strong worship leader and versatile songwriter but is always eager to build bridges between communities and inspiring others all for the glory of God. Matt has had such chart topping hits as “Turn Around”, “Rise Up”, & “Your Grace Is Enough”. More info on Matt at mattmahermusic.com. Also appearing with him will be Audrey Assad. Don’t miss these talented artists in concert. Make this concert a part of your Valentine’s Day weekend.  A nursery will be provided. Tickets $10 adv/$15 at the door. 4 packs for $30 available online only. Tickets available @ www.communityreformed.org, church office (616)772-4907 For Group rates contact communityconcert@live.com.

Saturday at 6:00 pm – Anchor Building
Sunday at 9:30 & 11:00 am – Anchor Building
Teaching Pastor: Rev. Burt Bolt
Message: “Do You Know Me?”
Scripture: John 14:5-14

Announcements

Harderwyk Women’s Ministries Soul Spa: Friday – Sunday, February 24-26.  Let’s spend a couple of days together at Camp Geneva, resting and refreshing as sisters in Christ.  Heidi De Jonge (speaking) and Lyn Walker (worship leading) will lead us into a full-bodied experience of Psalm 62: Find Rest: a solid rock under your feet; breathing room for your soul.  Soul Spa Registration Form are at the Info Centers. Registration deadline is February 12 – sign up early as space is limited!

The Reason for God: Scripture tells us “Always be prepared to give an answer…to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” On February 8 we will begin a 6 week study with Timothy Keller exploring how to engage others in dialogue: what to say, and how to say it.  Captured live and unscripted, Timothy Keller meets with a group of people to address their doubts and objections to Christianity. Using literature, philosophy, real-life experiences, and the Bible, Keller and the group explore the truth of Christianity. Contact Burt Bolt with questions.

Take a Shot: Several men took part in the first bow shoot a few weeks ago. If you are interested in joining them on January 28^th, contact Pete Baumann.  You may also just show up to Blendon Pines in Zeeland (lounge opens at 7 pm and shooting starts at 8 pm). Cost: $10 per person.

Women’s Ministry Winter Bible Study: “Living Your Life as a Beautiful Offering” by Angela Thomas. Cost: $15. Registration forms are available at the Info Centers.
Three options for class are Monday morning with childcare, Monday evening without childcare and Wednesday evening during Community Night with childcare. Be sure to sign up by Sunday! Click Here for the Registration Form or contact Kristine with questions.
Start Dates (No class on February 20 & 22nd):
Monday, February 6 from 9:30 –11am or from 7:00– 8:30 pm
Wednesday, February 8 from  6:15-7:45pm

Our new Prayer Shawl Ministry team will begin meeting the first Monday evenings of the month in the church library at 7:00pm.  Our first meeting will be on February 6.  Email or call Pastor Heidi with any questions.

Uncovering Your Calling: No matter what your stage of life – whether you’re transitioning into adulthood, into parenting, into empty nesting, into retirement, into the final years – uncovering God’s call is a lifelong, life-giving task.  Join Pastor Heidi on Wednesday evening at 6:30 for week three of this four week study.  We’ll be talking about how suffering and difficulty run through all of our callings.  This is part of what it means to die and rise with Christ as baptized children of God.  While all the sessions are connected, you can attend them individually without feeling lost!  We will meet in Room 1 of the Red Brick Building.

Parents of Adult Children Together (PACT): PACT is a prayer and support group for parents walking alongside adult children.  We meet for a good hour on the first Tuesdays of the month to celebrate joys and share burdens with one another.   Let Pastor Heidi  know if you have any questions.

Wednesday Community Night

5:30 pm
Dinner Menu: Lasagna, Garlic Bread, Salad and Fruit Bar, & Dessert

6:15 pm
Harderwyk Kids [Born in 2008 through 1st Grade] meet in Room 18.
GEMS [Girls 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
Cadets [Boys 2nd -5th Grade] meet in the Anchor.
UNDERTOW [6th-8th Grade] meets in the Anchor for small groups.

6:30 pm
Adult Study: The Joys of Parenting Adolescents meets in Room 17.
Adult Study: Uncovering Your Calling meets in Room 1.
Bible Study with Pastor Lopez and Mision Rey de Reyes in the Sanctuary.
Financial Fitness meets in Room 21.

8:00 pm
242 [High School] meets for small groups. Your leader will let you know when and where to be.

Children’s Ministry

January Memory Verse:
Enter God’s gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.
Super Simple Preschool version:  Give thanks to God and praise his name.
Psalm 100:4

Student Ministries

UNDERTOW and Riptide have combined!  So now UNDERTOW is for 6th to 8th grade for the rest of the year.  Parents please take note of this because you won’t see anymore Riptide information this year.

The 8th Grade Profession Retreat students will be meeting at the Anchor on Saturday at 8 am and will be returning to the Anchor on Sunday by 10 am.

Missions

Short Term Missions:

We encourage everyone to bring ONE dollar with them each time they attend worship to support Harderwyk short-term mission projects. The offering receptacles are labeled “Short Term Missions”.

Two Honduras Mission Trip Opportunities:  Approximate dates for the trips are :  June 12-21 & July 31-August 9.  You can find a brochure and application at the mission centers of both buildings.  Leave completed application in the white drop boxes using the provided envelopes.  Sign-up deadline is February 5.  Any questions, contact Dee Stahl, Nancy Knaack, or Norlyn Compaan .

Hope Rising Child Sponsorship:  ONLY 11 CHILDREN left (out of 63!) who currently need sponsorships to provide them with an education at Jerico Christian School in Batey Fao in the Dominican Republic.   Sponsorship cards (with pictures and information) are located the missionary display boards in both buildings.  Thanks to all of you who have decided to sponsor several of “our” children.

Neighbors Plus – www.neighborsplus.org

Summer Counselors Needed: Ten college-aged students needed for paid counselor positions with The Great Escape at Harderwyk Ministries, a 11 or 12 week summer day camp for 5-12 year old children.  Candidates should be outgoing and have experience with kids.
Great Escape Day Camp Director:  Adult needed in paid staff position to help plan and oversee staff and campers for the 12 week Great Escape and Great Rhythm Stampede programs.  Schedule includes part time planning prior to summer and 30-35 hours per week from June 4-August 24.
For job descriptions and staff application, contact Sherrie .

Park2Park 2012 Registration is Open!  Visit www.park2parkrace.com to learn more about the 2012 ½ marathon and 5K that supports Neighbors Plus.  Interested in helping plan this fun event?   Race committee positions working on the Friday Night Expo and planning food are available.  Contact Sherrie  for more information.

Kids Hope - One hour a week can make a difference in a child’s life … YOU can be that difference!  We have two students waiting for mentors, and we are in need of one more substitute mentor!  If you would like to learn more about the Kids Hope program, please contact Jennifer (317.965.7721).

Kids Hope needs to obtain approximately 2 dozen pint (small mouth) jars for an upcoming party in February.   You can drop off at the Red Brick Building kitchen and please label Kids Hope.  Thanks!

Kids Hope: January is National Mentoring Month!!  As a THANK YOU for all that our mentors, prayer partners and leadership team volunteers do for them, the kids would like to help stock the shelves of the Harderwyk home care locker.  In order to do that, we need donations of home care items.  The kids will be stocking the shelves on February 15.

Tutor Needed for one 7th grade young man who is reading at 3rd grade level.  Anytime between 9 am until 11 am. We are looking for a 45 minute commitment per week but it can be longer.  Contact Karen ( x325) if you can help.

Tithing Opportunities

Today’s offerings: Harderwyk Ministries
Next Weekend: Harderwyk Cadets

An offering will be collected during the Celebration and Fusion worship services. Offering boxes are on the donut & coffee tables for Watershed.

Requested Announcements

The Lakeshore Pregnancy Center is offering a training session for anyone interested in becoming a volunteer peer counselor.  This is a tremendous volunteer opportunity, one which daily impacts the lives of women in our communities.  We have centers in Allegan, Allendale, Grand Haven & Holland.  The classes will be held at our Holland center February  27, 29, and March 2, 5, 7, & 9 FROM 9:30 AM-2:30 PM  This is a 30 hour training and all classes are required.  If interested please call Sherry (396-5840 ext. 25). Our hours are Monday 9am-7pm, Tuesday-Thursday 9am-5pm. You can also visit our website at www.lpcenters.org under “Get Involved” there are many different way to volunteer to be a part of this ministry.   If these dates don’t work well, please consider volunteering as a receptionist until our next training in the Summer.

Mark your calendar for Saturday, March 10, from 9-12:00 pm for the next Holland Christian Schools Kids’ Stuff ReSale.  We will be selling: infant and children’s clothing through girls size 16 and boys size 18; baby equipment (cribs, strollers, etc); toys; athletic gear; kids’ bikes; Dutch costumes; and more!  If you are interested in being a seller at this sale, please contact kidsale@hollandchristian.org

2012-2013 Kindergarten and Preschool Enrollment  Holland Christian Schools will be offering 2012-2013 kindergarten and preschool information meetings and enrollment nights on Feb. 6 at Rose Park and Feb. 7 at South Side Elementary Schools. The information meetings will be held from 6-7 pm and enrollment for both kindergarten and preschool begins at 7 pm. Please join us! Visit hollandchristian.org for more details or call (616) 820-2805.

Holland Christian High School will be holding it’s annual High School Showcase on Monday, January 30, from 7-8:15 pm for families considering enrollment for 2012-2013 at HCHS. Students and their parents are invited to join us! Visit hollandchristian.org for details or call (616) 820-2805.

Singer/songwriter Matt Maher will be in concert Sunday, February 12 @ Community Church, 10376 Felch Street, Zeeland, MI @ 6pm.  Doors open at 5. Maher has developed a reputation of being a strong worship leader and versatile songwriter but is always eager to build bridges between communities and inspiring others all for the glory of God. Matt has had such chart topping hits as “Turn Around”, “Rise Up”, & “Your Grace Is Enough”. More info on Matt at mattmahermusic.com. Also appearing with him will be Audrey Assad. Don’t miss these talented artists in concert. Make this concert a part of your Valentine’s Day weekend.  A nursery will be provided. Tickets $10 adv/$15 at the door. 4 packs for $30 available online only. Tickets available @ www.communityreformed.org, church office (616)772-4907 For Group rates contact communityconcert@live.com.