WEEKLY BULLETIN

PIPESTONE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

P.O. Box 428

Pipestone, MN 56164

May 10, 2026

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 . . .

Welcome

Call to Worship: Psalm 95:6-7

*God’s Blessing

*Mutual Greetings

*Opening Hymn: #461 (PH) “Beautiful Savior”

Opening Litany:

The Lord is faithful to all generations

His covenant love endures forever.

We thank God for mothers and for all who nurture us in Christ.

For their prayers, their teaching, and their love, we give thanks.

We remember those who grieve today – those who have lost mothers, lost children, or long for what has not come.

Lord, be our refuge and strength.

We remember that God gathers his people, cares for them, and keeps His promises.

We trust in His covenant mercy and rest in Christ our Savior.

*Song of Response: “Sing the Wondrous Love of Jesus” - LYRIC VIDEO

Sing the wondrous love of Jesus, Sing His mercy and His grace,

In the mansions bright and blessed, He'll prepare for us a place.

Refrain

When we all get to heaven, What a day of rejoicing that will be;

When we all see Jesus, We'll sing and shout the victory.

While we walk the pilgrim pathway, Clouds will overspread the sky;

But when traveling days are over, Not a shadow, not a sigh.

Refrain

Let us then be true and faithful, Trusting serving every day;

Just one glimpse of Him in glory, Will the toils of life repay.

Refrain

Onward to the prize before us, Soon His beauty we'll behold!

Soon the pearly gates will open, We shall tread the streets of gold!

Refrain (twice)

TO BOW ON OUR KNEES BEFORE HIM . . .

Reading of God’s Law: Deut.6.

Prayer of Confession

Assurance of Pardon: 2 Chron 7:14

TO LIFT OUR EYES TO HIM . . .

Pastoral Prayer

Offering for Classical Ministry Share – Please place your offerings in the bags in the Narthex

*Preparatory Hymn: “I Need Thee Every Hour”

Author: Annie S. Hawks © Public Domain

1. I need Thee every hour, Most gracious Lord;
No tender voice like Thine Can peace afford.

Refrain:
I need Thee, O I need Thee;
Every hour I need Thee!
O bless me now, my Savior, I come to Thee.

2. I need Thee every hour, Stay Thou nearby;
Temptations lose their pow’r When Thou art nigh.

Refrain

3. I need Thee every hour, In joy or pain;
Come quickly and abide, Or life is vain.

Refrain

4. I need Thee every hour, Most Holy One;
O make me Thine indeed, Thou blessed Son!

Refrain

TO OPEN OUR HEARTS TO HIS WORD

Scripture: Psalm 20 p. 859

Pastor: This is the Word of God for the People of God

Congregation: Thanks be To God

Prayer for Illumination

Sermon: Blessed for Life

...AND TO DEPART WITH HIS BLESSING!

* Closing Hymn: #555 (PH) “Lead On, O King Eternal”

*God's Parting Blessing

*Doxology: #315 (PH) vs. 1,6 “Blest Be the Tie that Binds”

Postlude

ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR

May 10, 2026

TODAY 9:00 AM MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE

WEDNESDAY 6:30 PM WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP Week 6 – Peter persisted for Jesus

Welcome to all who worship here today! May our God supply all your needs.

Coffee today: Linda K.

Next Sunday: Char

Offering today: Classical Ministry Share

Next Sunday: Christian School Tuition

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 Ridge View, Etta Mae Gunnink at Edgebrook Apartments.

Happy Birthday to Verna Van Bockel on her 91st on Wednesday, May 13.

New address: Esther Vander Pol, 2759 Juniper Avenue, Slayton, MN. 56172

We are currently planning for Holland Vacation Bible School, which will be May 31-June 4. We need helpers and crew leaders. If you are able to help, please contact Pastor Stephen.

Looking for a meaningful way to wrap up your Sunday? Bethel CRC in Edgerton warmly invites you to join us for a special evening service today, at 6:30 p.m. We look forward to welcoming Pastor Steve Zwart from 1st CRC in Sioux Falls, who will lead us in a hymn sing service, celebrating the rich heritage of our faith through song. Refreshments will be served after the service. We look forward to lifting our voices with you!

Missionaries

Cornerstone Prison Ministries – Rev. Scott Van Voorst

Megan DeRuyter (Youth with a Mission) Boulder Creek, CA.

Sosthene and Kara Maletoungou in Africa

Last week’s trivia question: What bird is mentioned in each of the first two chapters of the gospel according to John? Dove (John 1:32, John 16)

Today’s trivia question: Did Jesus ever heal anyone without being with the person while He healed him?

Memory Verse

Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the LORD, our maker;

for he is our God and we are the people of his pasture,

the flock under his care.

Psalm 95:6-75

Community Announcements

The ATLAS for Life Always Growing Greenhouse is open! Come enjoy the beauty of God’s beautiful handiwork as you look forward to filling those planters and gardens. A great gift idea – an Always Growing Greenhouse gift certificate! The greenhouse is located on the grounds of Hubers Automotive – 105 8th Ave. (next to 8th Ave. Diner and across from Luann’s Gas). Thank you for your support!

Pipestone Women’s Connection cordially invites you to a luncheon at the Christian Reformed Church, on Monday, May 18, 202. First time guest tickets are complimentary.

FEATURE: Spring Fashion Show, Courtesy of The Clothier By Dawn

SPEAKER: Carol Ruth Newsom of Lincoln, NE

Trials, Tears, and Triumphs Carol has Master’s Degrees in Education and Social Work and Counseling. Join with her and discover how you can find peace no matter what has happened to you and what has been done to you.

Reservations for lunch and complimentary childcare by Thursday, May 14, please.

Please call *Deb: 507-820-1456 * Marian: 507-820-1272 * Susan: 507-920-6675

CANCELLATIONS ARE NECESSARY BY SUNDAY, May 17.

SWC Calendar of Events

5-12 High School Spring Pops Concert on Monday, May 11 at 7:00 PM

Join our 5th–12th grade students in the High School gym for a lively mix of music from stage, screen, and radio! Come and enjoy a wide range of songs as we celebrate God’s gift of music.

May 11 5-12 Spring Pops Concert - HS Gym 7:00pm

May 21 Last Day Of School - Noon Dismissal

May 22 Graduation - 7:15pm

May 25 Memorial Pancake Breakfast - HS cafeteria 7:30am -10:00am

May 27 Annual Society Meeting - Elem Gym 7:00pm

Please join the SWC faculty, staff, and families as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 with their commencement ceremony. We look forward to honoring each graduate as they receive their diploma.

The ceremony will take place on Friday, May 22 at 7:15 PM in the high school gymnasium.

We hope you can join us for this special occasion.

SWC School Society Meeting at the Elementary Gym Wednesday, May 27 @ 7:00pm

Stay informed about the school’s finances and how resources are being used
Hear the vision for the future and upcoming goals
Understand student outcomes, including testing and program updates
Ask questions and gain clarity directly from leadership
Share your voice and be part of the conversation
Support transparency and strong school-community partnership
Show investment in your child’s education and the school’s direction

Can't attend but would like to vote? Stop by either of the school offices for an absentee ballot beginning Wednesday, May 13

Kids Corner Devotions: The Letter of Acts - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “The Letter of Acts” at www.kidscorner.net. The book of Acts tells an exciting story that shows God’s good news is for you—Jesus loves you, forgives you, and gives you his Spirit no matter who you are or where you’re from. It reminds us that God wants everyone to know his love and share it with the world! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Bible Story coloring pages available on the KC activities page.