PIPESTONE
CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
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PIPESTONE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
P.O. Box 428
Pipestone, MN 56164
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November 2, 2025
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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.
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THE LORD GATHERS US . . .
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Welcome Pianist: Julie Vis
Call to Worship: Psalm 95:6-7
*God’s Blessing
*Mutual Greetings
*Opening Hymn: #171 (PH) “It is Good to Sing Your Praises”
*Responsive Reading: Psalm 121
I lift up my eyes to the hills-- where does my help come from?
My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.
He will not let your foot slip-- he who watches over you will not slumber; indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.
The LORD watches over you-- the LORD is your shade at your right hand; the sun will not harm you by day, nor the moon by night.
The LORD will keep you from all harm-- he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
*Praise Response: #469 (PH) “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”
TO BOW ON OUR KNEES BEFORE HIM . . .
Reading of God’s Law: Deuteronomy 5:1-22
Prayer of Confession
Assurance of Pardon: Hebrews 9:24-28
TO LIFT OUR EYES TO HIM . . .
Pastoral Prayer
Offering for World Hunger Sunday (place offering in bags in narthex)
*Preparatory Hymn: #427 (PH) “Dwell In Me, O Blessed Spirit”
TO OPEN OUR HEARTS TO HIS WORD
Scripture: 1 Cor. 6:12-20 p. 1777
Pastor: This is the Word of God for the People of God
Congregation: Thanks be To God
Prayer for Illumination
Sermon: The Purpose of your body
1. We were made for Christ (12-14)
a. freedom
b. purpose
2. We are united to Christ (15-17)
a. uniqueness
b. value
c. power
3. We must flee sexual immorality (18-20)
a. presence
b. ownership
...AND TO DEPART WITH HIS BLESSING!
* Closing Hymn: #285 (PH) “O Jesus I Have Promised”
( to the tune of PH 502)
*God's Parting Blessing
*Doxology: #320 (PH) “Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing”
Postlude
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ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR November 2, 2025
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TODAY 9:00 AM WORSHIP SERVICE
4:30 PM EVENING WORSHIP
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WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM ELDERS
7:30 PM COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 17, Monday 7:00 PM CONGREGATIONAL MEETING to affirm Gene Boersma as Elder for three years and Steve Hubbling for Deacon for three years. There are absentee ballots on the table in the Narthex.
We extend a Christian welcome to all our visitors. On this Sunday, which is our denomination’s “World Hunger Sunday”, it is appropriate that this worship, and this day, be the time when we acknowledge our compassionate response to the hungry. A compassion which not only expresses concern but leads to action, giving of ourselves and what we have to those in need.
Coffee today: Grace
Next Sunday: Cheryl
Offering today: World Hunger Sunday
Offering next Sunday: Classical Ministry Shares
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.
Darrell Tinklenberg, Luann Schiebout, and Karla Schiebout recently had eye/cataract surgery. Harold Veltkamp will have cataract surgery this Tuesday. Pray for a good recovery for all.
Continue to pray for Randy Schiebout as he prepares for aggressive chemotherapy treatments.
Lois Fey had successful surgery on Thursday to remove a sore from her leg. Pray for a good recovery for her.
Plan to join us at 4:30 PM today as we consider the 4th plague on Egypt, flies. The name of the Egyptian false God "Beelzebub" means "Lord of the flies" but clearly, he wasn't.
Belated Happy Birthday to Hilda Gorter on her 87th yesterday, November 1.
Thank you to Julie Vis, our guest pianist today.
The council would like to thank you for your generous giving to the benevolent fund for Matea Mohlenkamp. Thank you for showing Christ's love to someone in need.
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: On what object did dew miraculously appear at the request of a man?
A fleece (Judges 6:38)
Today’s trivia question: Which term of address which Jesus often used to refer to himself was also used to refer to Ezekiel more than 90 times in the Old Testament?
Memory Verse
Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God.
Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.
1 John 4:7
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Community Announcements
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SWMCS DATES to REMEMBER:
Saturday, November 15: Donation Sale
Monday, December 8: 9-12 Christmas Concert
Monday, December 15: K-8 Christmas Concert
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The ATLAS for Life Christmas Rummage and Boutique will be held on Saturday, November 15. Please mark your calendar, and if you have a few Christmas items to donate to our fundraiser, please drop off donations at the ATLAS office (101 2nd St. NE - Pipestone) on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Another item that is helpful is large planter pots. With these requests, knowing your prayer support is the greatest gift of all!
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SWC DONATION SALE will be Saturday, November 15. Mark your calendars for a night of food, fellowship, and fun, all while supporting Southwest Christian Schools!
Even though we are changing things up a little this year with an online auction and a live auction, we still need your donations just the same as we always have! We are accepting donations for the sale NOW! Please bring your donations to the elementary office by November 5, or contact the school office by November 5 to reserve an auction slot for your item! We look forward to receiving the wonderful variety of auction items you bless us with each year and for your generosity and support! Together in Faith, Together in Purpose!
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CALLED: Full time ministry is an extraordinary calling and great privilege, and critical for the purposes of God in this world. The gospel is the power of God unto salvation. But “how are they to hear without someone preaching? And how are they to preach unless they are sent?” If you have ever wondered if God is calling you to serve Him vocationally, whether as a pastor, missionary, chaplain, or something else; if you have questions about what ministry is like; if you wonder if it is worth it; if you don’t know the next steps or process – please join us at Dordt University on November 22 from 10-3 for ‘CALLED’. Stephen Terpstra, John Klompien, and John Lee, along with missions and candidacy experts, will encourage you, talk with you, answer your questions, and explore if God is calling you. The event is free of charge and is for people of all ages, from high school to those nearing retirement, who are exploring full or part time ministry. For more information and to register, go to: https://forms.gle/Sg6Zh4Jx6cbPDiE9A or follow the QR code on the poster in your church or school. Questions? Email pastor@firstcrcoc.org
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