PIPESTONE
CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
PIPESTONE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH
P.O. Box 428
Pipestone, MN 56164
May 3, 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: Rev. 14:6-7
*God’s Blessing
*Mutual Greetings
*Opening Hymn: vs. 1, 2, 4 “Christ is Made the Sure Foundation”
A Latin Hymn, music by Henry T Smart
1. Christ is made the sure foundation, Christ the head and cornerstone,
Chosen of the Lord and precious, Binding all the Church in one,
Holy Zion's help forever, And her confidence alone.
2. To this temple, where we call Thee, Come, O Lord of hosts, today.
With accustomed loving-kindness, Hear Thy people as they pray,
And Thy fullest benediction Shed within its walls alway.
4. Laud and honor to the Father, Laud and honor to the Son,
Laud and honor to the Spirit; Ever Three and ever One.
One in might, and One in glory While unending ages run.
*Opening Litany: (From Isaiah 33:2-6)
O LORD, be gracious to us; we long for you. Be our strength every morning, our salvation in time of distress.
At the thunder of your voice, the peoples flee; when you rise up, the nations scatter.
Your plunder, O nations, is harvested as by young locusts; like a swarm of locusts men pounce on it.
The LORD is exalted, for he dwells on high; he will fill Zion with justice and righteousness.
He will be the sure foundation for your times, a rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge; the fear of the LORD is the key to this treasure.
*Song of Response: “Lord I Lift Your Name on High”– LYRIC VIDEO
© 1989 Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing
CCLI # 58350
Verse
Lord I lift Your name on high
Lord I love to sing Your praises
I'm so glad You're in my life
I'm so glad You came to save us
Chorus:
You came from heaven to earth
To show the way
From the earth to the cross
My debt to pay
From the cross to the grave
From the grave to the sky
Lord I lift Your name on high
(Repeat from beginning)
(Repeat Chorus)
(Ending)
Lord I lift Your name on high
Lord I lift Your name on high.
TO BOW ON OUR KNEES BEFORE HIM . . .
Reading of God’s Law: Deut. 5:1-22
Prayer of Confession
Assurance of Pardon: Psalm 103:1-12
TO LIFT OUR EYES TO HIM . . .
Pastoral Prayer
Offering for Madison Brockberg (Medical) Please place your offerings in the bags in the Narthex
*Preparatory Hymn: #280 (PH) “Blessed Jesus, At Your Word”
TO OPEN OUR HEARTS TO HIS WORD
Scripture: Psalm 19 p. 858
Pastor: This is the Word of God for the People of God
Congregation: Thanks be To God
Prayer for Illumination
Sermon: How God speaks to us
...AND TO DEPART WITH HIS BLESSING!
* Closing Hymn: #436 (PH) “This Is My Father’s World”
*God's Parting Blessing:
*Doxology: #316 (PH) vs. 1,4 “God Be with You Till We Meet Again”
Postlude
ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR
May 3, 2026
TODAY 9:00 AM MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE
4:30 PM AFTERNOON SERVICE
WEDNESDAY 7:00 PM ELDERS
7:30 PM COUNCIL
Welcome to all who worship here today! May our God supply all your needs.
Coffee today: Wil
Next Sunday: Linda K.
Offering today: Madison Brockberg for medical expenses
Next Sunday: Classical Ministry Share
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.
Continue to keep Cliff Mulder in your prayers. He has been very ill this last week battling multiple infections.
Randy Schiebout was able to complete his final Chemotherapy treatment! We give thanks to God for answering our prayers and sustaining Randy through this time and we pray for God's continued provision and healing in the future.
We give thanks for successful heart surgery this last week for Madison Brockberg. Continue to pray for her strength and healing.
Happy Birthday to Marie Ekdom on her 89th Saturday, May 9.
Plan to join us for our afternoon service at 4:30 PM in the fellowship hall. The Heidelberg Catechism is divided into three parts: Guilt, Grace, and Gratitude. This afternoon we will cover the topic of guilt. Guilt may not sound like a fun topic, but guilt is good as it leads us into the wonder of God's grace!
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.
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 length of time had one man been waiting at the Pool of Bethesda? 38 years (John 5:5)
Today’s trivia question: What bird is mentioned in each of the first two chapters of the gospel according to John?
Memory Verse
Sing to the LORD, for he has done glorious thing;
Let this be known to all the world.
Isaiah 12:5
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!
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
Join us for a National Day of Prayer service on Thursday, May 7 at 7:00 PM at Bethel CRC in Edgerton. This will be a time to come together in prayer for our nation, communities, leaders, and families. All are welcome—please invite others to join us for this meaningful evening of prayer and unity.
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 on Sunday, May 10, 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!
Kids Corner Devotions: Why Compare When You're Already You? - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Why Compare When You’re Already You?” at www.kidscorner.net. God made every kid one-of-a-kind, and that’s something to celebrate! When we remember that God loves us just as we are, we can use our special gifts to share His love with others. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Bible Story coloring pages available on the KC activities page.
Groundwork: How to Live in Christ - Keeping laws and customs won’t benefit our salvation at all, but that doesn’t mean our actions don’t matter. Join Groundwork as we study Galatians 5-6 to examine Paul’s description of how we should live in Christ. Together, we’ll discuss the Fruits of the Spirit and what grateful Christian living looks like as we follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.