PIPESTONE
CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
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PIPESTONE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
P.O. Box 428
Pipestone, MN 56164
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February 1, 2026
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We wish to welcome all of you as we have gathered to worship the LORD together. May we bring praise to our heavenly Father, bow before the name of Jesus, and be united together through the bond of the Holy Spirit! In this order of worship that follows, please note that the words printed in bold are ones that the congregation is asked to respond with. Also, when an asterisk (*) appears, the congregation is asked to stand, if they are able.
THE LORD GATHERS US . . .
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Welcome
Call to Worship: Psalm 95:6-7
*God’s Blessing
*Mutual Greetings
*Opening Hymn: #249 Holy, Holy, Holy
Opening Response: (Psalm 71:15-24)
My mouth will tell of your righteousness, of your salvation all day long, though I know not its
measure.
I will come and proclaim your mighty acts, O Sovereign LORD; I will proclaim your
righteousness, yours alone.
Since my youth, O God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds.
Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, O God, till I declare your power to the
next generation, your might to all who are to come.
Your righteousness reaches to the skies, O God, you who have done great things.
Who, O God, is like you?
Though you have made me see troubles, many and bitter, you will restore my life again; from the
depths of the earth you will again bring me up.
You will increase my honor and comfort me once again.
I will praise you with the harp for your faithfulness, O my God; I will sing praise to you with the
lyre, O Holy One of Israel.
My lips will shout for joy when I sing praise to you-- I, whom you have redeemed.
My tongue will tell of your righteous acts all day long, for those who wanted to harm me have
been put to shame and confusion.
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*Song of Response: #462 Amazing Grace
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TO BOW ON OUR KNEES BEFORE HIM . . .
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Reading of God’s Law: Exodus 20:1-17
Prayer of Confession
Assurance of Pardon: Luke 7:36-50
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TO LIFT OUR EYES TO HIM . . .
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Pastoral Prayer followed by Lord’s Prayer
Offering for Food Shelf (place offering in bags in narthex)
*Preparatory Hymn: #559 Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus
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TO OPEN OUR HEARTS TO HIS WORD
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Scripture: Amos 7:1-8:3
Pastor: This is the Word of God for the People of God
Congregation: Thanks be To God
Prayer for Illumination
Sermon: The Merciful and Righteous God
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...AND TO DEPART WITH HIS BLESSING!
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* Closing Hymn: #481 Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies
*God's Parting Blessing
*Doxology: #638 Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow
Postlude
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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR
February 1, 2026
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TODAY 9:00 AM MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE
4:30 PM EVENING SERVICE
WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM ELDERS
7:30 PM COUNCIL
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Congregational Announcement
May we all receive new strength and new inspiration for the journey of life as we worship together today in this holy place.
Coffee today: Linda K.
Next Sunday: Wil
Offering today: Food Shelf
Offering next Sunday: Classical Ministry Share
Our sympathy to the Van Eck family in the loss of Larry & Gary's uncle, Corky Van Eck, at age 96. The family gives thanks for his Godly life and legacy.
Beth Garrett was hospitalized for several days this last week for symptoms of a stroke. She is doing much better and is now back home under the care of home health. Continue to pray for her healing.
Plan to join us at 4:30 PM today in the Fireside room for worship. We will take a closer look at Job's poem in Job 28. May we rejoice in the greatest of treasures!
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Remember in prayer those of our congregation who are unable to attend our service. Arlo Bolt and Cliff Mulder at Good Samaritan, Adrian Klein and Verna Van Bockel at Ridgeview, Etta Mae Gunnink at Edgebrook Apartments.
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Missionaries
Cornerstone Prison Ministries – Rev. Scott Van Voorst
Megan DeRuyter (Youth with a Mission) Boulder Creek, CA.
Sosthene and Kara Maletoungou in Africa
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Last week’s trivia question: What did Jesus say a man must do to see the Kingdom of God?
Be born again (John 3:7)
Today’s trivia question: Did Nicodemus refuse to believe earthly or heavenly things?
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Memory Verse
Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds
and praise your Father in heaven.
Matthew 5:16
Community Annoucements
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RESGEN Men's Summit 2026 will again be simulcast at Bethel CRC in Edgerton Saturday, Feb 21. The event starts at 8:00 in the morning and runs until 2:00 PM. Cost is $30 per person which includes a morning snack and a light noon lunch. Speakers at this year's Summit include John C Maxwell, Tim Tebow, Tom Henderson and more. To reserve your spot scan the QR code in the paper bulletin! For more information contact Tom Bouma @ 605 370 9165. Come be encouraged, equipped and engaged.
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Hope Haven’s “Keys of Love” Dueling Piano Fundraiser Friday, February 13 | 7 PM | The District, Sioux Falls. Join us for a fun night of music and entertainment with Dueling Duo, Andy & Ryno! All proceeds support Hope Haven International Ministries in providing wheelchairs to those in need around the world. Tickets and details at hopehaven.org/events
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Kids Corner Devotions: Patience: God is at Work in You - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Patience: God is at Work in You,” at www.kidscorner.net. Feeling impatient when things don’t go your way? Remember, just like Paul in the Bible, God can help you be patient and trust His perfect timing! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like Kids Corner Valentine's Day Cards.
Groundwork: The Biblical Meaning of Forgiveness - Telling someone to forgive is easy. Actually offering forgiveness can be a lot more difficult. Join Groundwork as we study Exodus 34:4-9, Matthew 6:12-15, Psalm 51:1-9, Hebrews 4:14-16, Colossians 1:9-14, and 1 John 1:5-10 to discuss the biblical concept of forgiveness by beginning with God’s forgiveness and what it teaches us about God’s character. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
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