SULLY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

FEBRUARY 2020

FELLOWSHIP F INDINGS

INSIDE THIS ISSUE :

COUNCIL CLIPPINGS 2

THANK YOU 3 and 8

IN MEMORIUM 4

FINANCIAL INFORMATION 5

SERVING ONE ANOTHER 6/7

BIRTHDAYS

ANNIVERSARIES

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Missionary News 12-13

A family of believers experiencing personal

transformation, Romans 12

using their unique gifts, Ephesians 4

to glorify GOD I Corinthians 10:31

and edify others. I Thessalonians 5:11

OurVision WHAT GOD IS CALLING US TO BE

Cultivate space for people to experience the

transforming love of Christ.

OurMission WHAT GOD IS CALLING US TO DO

We will continue our series on the book of Matthew in morning worship. We will remember

that Jesus came into the world as King of Kings, but his arrival was unexpected and unassum-

ing. But it is by this method of arriving that this king began to shape the kingdom he would

build. We meet our “Unexpected King” in our study of the book of Matthew.

In evening worship we will continue our study from the Revised Common Lectionary.

February 2

AM—Matthew 12.1-14 “Desiring Mercy”

PM—Guest Pastor—Al Bandstra

February 9

AM — Matthew 12.15-37 “A Kingdom Divided Cannot Stand”

PM — Isaiah 58.1-14 “The Discipline of Fasting”

February 16

AM — Matthew 12.38-50 “Smokescreens”

PM — Micah 6.1-8 “What Will You Bring to God”

February 23

AM — 1 John 3.1, GEMS Sunday “Loved”

PM — Guest Pastor—Royce Spoelstra

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Bethel Mission Ministry: January -412 Youth, March -Outreach Committee, May -?

July– Share Your Faith, September - Couples for Christ, November - Truth Seekers.

We are assigned to the second Monday of each of the above months. If your group is una-

ble to go in the assigned month, please notify Glenda at church (594-3491) so Bethel Mis-

sion can be notified.

Chairman Dale Van Wyk opened with devotions from I Timothy 3:1-13 and Titus 1:5-9 –

passages which speak of qualities desired in Elders and Deacons. The council was

challenged to personally exhibit the characteristics and also to reflect on the qualifica-

tions as it undertakes nominations later in the meeting. The needs of many in the

church were lifted up in prayer.

Financial reports were reviewed including year-end budget counts and the distribu-

tion of the Thanksgiving offering. The Deacons report that all missionary support was

paid at year end and also that $40,000 was forwarded to CRCNA in December.

Jason reported on several items on behalf of the B&G committee. The committee is so-

liciting bids for possible carpet replacement, dealing with a minor repair issue in the

organ and is trying to maintain safety on church grounds by coordinating sand spread-

ing on the ice.

A recommendation from the B&G committee to accept a proposal from Warnick &

Reeves Mechanical of Newton in the amount of $8,955 to repair/replace one of the bal-

cony air conditioners was considered. One balcony air conditioner has not been func-

tional for a number of years creating inefficiency in the overall AC system and also

making it difficult to maintain a consistent temperature because the balcony units also

are used to cool the wings. After discussion motion was made, supported and passed

to proceed with repairs with funds coming from the building fund.

Mike reported on a meeting of the Interchurch Relations Committee and a meeting of

the Outreach Committee. An overview of the planned missionary support to be pre-

sented in the upcoming budget was presented. The committee also discussed the min-

istry to Bethel Mission provided by our church. Concern was noted that some groups

have not attended and no notice was given so steps are being taken to address the con-

cern.

The Executive Committee reported on notice from Miranda Nikkel that she is resign-

ing her position as Worship Coordinator effective February 2. Miranda has accepted

fulltime employment. The Executive Committee will consider next steps at their up-

coming meeting.

Scott Roose and Kevin Laverman were appointed as delegates to the 2-8-20 classis

meeting.

After a time of prayer, the council proceeded with nominations for the office of Elder

and Deacon. The council encourages the congregation to join in prayer that those

nominated will have willing hearts to accept their respective nominations and that God

will provide for the future spiritual leadership of His church here in Sully.

Nathan Nikkel closed in prayer.

Council Clippings January 20, 2020

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Sully Christian Reformed Church, we just want to say thank you for lifting us up in prayer

each service. That means so much to us. Thank you for thinking of us with the $100 gift from

the Thanksgiving Offering. It means so much to us that you continue to pray for us.

Thank you! Mark and Kendra Hay

Thank you for your prayers, kind words spoken to us, cards and many acts of kindness

shown to us during Keith’s eight weeks of radiation treatments. We are so thankful for safe

travels, minimal side effects, and peace which God granted us during this time.

Keith and Darlene Struik

A special thank you to our church family for all your concerns, prayers, phone calls, cards,

food and visits for us during our health issues and the passing of our mother, Johanna Van

Der Wiel. Thank you to our care group, Curt and Candice Vos and Pastor Brian for their vis-

its. It was all greatly appreciated. Above all we thank our heavenly Father for healing and

for His peace and comfort. May God bless each one of you.

Larry and Joan Pleima

Thank you to our family, friends and church family for all the kindness and caring as we

walked the journey with our son Jan through his heart attack, surgery and recovery. We

have an awesome church family. We felt all the prayers and love of God wrapped around

us. Thanks for all the other acts of kindness. Thanks to Scotty and Brenda for their visit.

Thanks to Pastor Brian for all the phone calls to check on his progress. All was much appre-

ciated. We’re so thankful God spared his life. God is good, all the time!

Harris, Darlene and family

I want to express my humble and heartfelt thanks to all of you who are praying for me

since my cancer diagnosis last spring. Thanks also for the cards and hand written notes of

caring and support. They were all very encouraging and helped me through many difficult

times.

A very special thank you to Pastor Brian for his visits and prayers. Also to Bryce, Brent,

Scott and Nathan for their prayers and visits as well. The food and gifts were very much ap-

preciated. I covet your prayers as I continue with infusions that they will be successful. It is

very comforting to feel God’s presence with me every step of the way. He promises to never

leave us or forsake us.

Another sincere thank you for the prayers offered on Randy’s behalf when he was ill with

the severe blood infection. He is doing well and gaining strength every day.

My prayer is that God will continue to bless our caring church family.

Hermina Rolffs

How can we thank God enough for you in return for all

the joy we have in the presence of our God because of

you? I Thessalonians 3:9

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IN MEMORIUM

Ken Van Maanen

On April 5, 1935, a son, Kenneth Lee, was welcomed into the home of Brandt and Clara

(Steenhoek) Van Maanen. The family moved from the Leighton area to a farm near Fremont.

Kenneth attended a country school in this area. Upon moving to the Cedar area, Kenneth con-

tinued his education and graduated from Cedar High School in 1953. Following his gradua-

tion, Ken worked for various farmers. On July 12, 1955, he was united in marriage with Jeanne

Kelderman, and they moved to Michigan where he worked for Osborn Builders for 2 1/2

years, and during this time their son, Randy Laverne was born.The family returned to Iowa,

and from 1959 to 1967, Ken drove a semi for Peoria Stockyards,and he worked for a short

time at the Sully Coop Lumber Yard. Vicki Lynn and Linda Leann were born into the family

during these years. Ken then began driving for the Coca Cola Food Division.

On September 5, 1969, Ken and Charlene (Jansen) Van Wyk were united in marriage. Char-

lene had three children with her late husband Carroll Dwain Van Wyk. These children were

Craig Lawrence, Gail Diane and Pamela Carol. Ken and Charlene became the parents of Kev-

in Joel, who was welcomed into their blended family. They farmed in the Sully area, and Ken

drove part time for Lynnville Transport and Sully Transport. (That love for truck driving just

seems to get into ones blood, doesn't it!!!) In December of 2009, Ken and Charlene moved to

an acreage west of Sully. He continued to farm with Kevin until his health began to fail.

Ken and Charlene lead a very busy life following the activities of their children and their

grandchildren. There were frequent trips to Northwest Iowa where Pam and her family live.

And don't forget all of those trips to PCH ball games where they had the fun of watching Kevin

as he coached the girl's basketball team. Tractor rides with the WHO and Red Rock Tractor

groups provided many enjoyable trips, and they also enjoyed CRWRC assignments.

Ken made his profession of faith at the Cedar Christian Reformed Church. After his mar-

riage to Charlene, he became a member of the Sully CRC where he served as a deacon. He

also served on the Christian School Board and the Sully Cooperative Board.

Ken passed away on Friday, November 15, 2019. at the Pella Comfort House at the age of 84

years. He and Charlene recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Those left to

cherish his memory are his wife Charlene and his children. They are Randy (Tracy), Vicki

(Darryl) Beach. Linda Kirkland, Gail (Paul) Van Beek, Pamela (Timothy) Kramer, and Kevin

(Melanie), along with grandchildren and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in

death by his step-son Craig Van Wyk, his parents, his parents-in-law, and a brother-in-law.

Funeral services were held on November 20, 2019 at the Sully CRC with Pastor Brian

Ochsner officiating. Darwin Van Wyk accompanied the congregation as they sang "It Is Well

With My Soul," "How Great Thou Art," and "By The Sea of Crystal." Soloist Paul Van Beek sang

"My Jesus I Love Thee." Pastor Brian read some 'memories' which the family had provided.

Casket bearers were Randy and Kevin Van Maanen, Darryl Beach, Kyle Lappin, Paul Van

Beek, and Timothy Kramar. Interment was at the Sully Cemetery. Memorials were designated

for The Bible League or Hospice of Pella.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much… Luke 16:10a

Final 2019 Budget Receipts

Category 2019 Received 2019 Budgeted

General Fund

(includes Ministry Share) $307,944.20 $336,536.40

Missions $33,000.01 $33,000.00

Building and Grounds $30,037.69 30,000.00

Total $370,981.90 $399,536.40

Budget Report –January 20, 2020

Category Year to Date

Received

Year to Date

Budgeted

General Fund

(includes Ministry Share) $20,818.78 $19,492.86

Missions $2,107.82 $1,958.61

Building and Grounds $1,988.40 $1,856.37

Total $24,915.00 $23,316.84

Offerings Received

Date Recipient Amount

January 5 Sully Christian School $2,318.00

January 12 Lake View Camp $2,195.50

January 19 PCCI $1,232.00

January 26 CEEF

February Offering Schedule

February 2 Sully Christian School with Envelope Offering

February 9 Christian Education Encouragement Fund

February 16 Benevolence

February 23 GEMS

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SERVING ONE ANOTHER ....SERVE ONE ANOTHER HUMBLY IN LOVE. GALATIANS 5:13

Greeting Schedule

Date Greeters

February 2 Curt and Brenda Fopma

Jamie & Michelle VanKooten

February 9 Wayne and Nora Ritter

Dan and Sharla Dunsbergen

February 16 Elders

February 23 Murray & Kendra Pothoven

Wes and Heather Zylstra

March 1 Clarence and Judy Van Zee

Jason and Jen Lowry

March 8 Lauren and Julie Van Wyk

Roger & Marlene Bruxvoort

March 5 Elders

March 22

Loren and Shawna Fopma

Bob and Marilyn Van Soelen

March 29

Jeff and Sue Pastoor

Wes and Cindy Laverman

Coffee Time Servers

Date Greeters

February 2 Kevin and June Veenstra

Mike and Denise Arkema

February 9 Bryce and Donna Arkema

Carroll and Marla Fopma

February 16 Brennan and Shelby Veenstra

Tim and Rindy Vander Schel

February 23 Harlan and Norma Beerends

Loren and Shawna Fopma

March 1 Dan and Sharla Dunsbergen

Scott and Becka Jochems

March 8 Ron and Judy Beyer

Rick and Carla Fopma

March 15 Zach and Brooke Dunsbergen

Kevin and Melanie Van Maanen

March 22 Roger and Carol Jansen

Gary and Lynnette Christensen

March 29 Wes Van Wyk/Ron De Nooy

Barry and Kelsie Van Haaften

Make juice on Saturday so that it has time to chill. Meet in the church basement before the service to set up. Instructions are in the kitchen. If unable to serve, please trade with someone.

NOTE: If you are unable to greet on your assigned Sunday,

please trade with someone for a different week. If you

would like to have your name removed from the greeter list,

please contact Mike and Marlene Van Soelen (594-4404).

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February 2

Melanie Van Maanen Judy Van Zee

Megan Vos

Karson Van Maanen

Owen Vos

February 9 Rachel Nikkel Sheila Pleima Linda Menninga

Alicia Van Kooten

Danica Olivier

February 16

Alexa Dunsbergen Jan Laverman Erika Van Maanen

Jenna Van Maanen

Emily Van Soelen

February 23

Norma/Harlan B Pam Vos

Tyler De Berg

Elliot Ochsner

March 1

Judy Beyer Elly Van Zee

Jacie Kramer

Bethany Kramer

Bailey Vos

NOTE: If you would like to receive a reminder of when you are scheduled to work in the nursery, please submit your contact information and name by email to al.jen2010@gmail.com or place a note in Jentri Van Wyngarden's church box. The committee is willing to send reminders via email or text, but we will assume you do not need a reminder if you choose not to submit your information. Thank you.

Nursery Attendants

Morning Service Evening Service

Rest Home Schedule

Date, Time, Facility Family

February 9

2:30 PM

Accura Health

Care of Newton

East

Bryce Arkema

Dan Kreuger

Kevin Laverman

February 16

2:30 PM

Newton Health

Care Center

Stuart Pleima

Curt Fopma

Kevin Van Kooten

February 23

2:30 PM

St. Francis Manor

Eric Fynaardt

Steve Fopma

Scott Nikkel

March 8

2:30 PM

Accura Health

Care of Newton

East

Ed Van Kooten

Randy De Vries

Ronda Van Soelen

March 15

2:30 PM

Newton Health

Care Cente

John Kramer

John De Berg

Ed Dieleman

March 22

2:30 PM

St. Francis Manor

Larry Van Wyk

Murray Pothoven

Matt Van Maanen

NOTE: The first person listed is the leader of the group and should contact each member. If anyone of you cannot make it for the week scheduled, please trade with someone for a different week. If the group is unable to go, please notify Melvin and Wanda Lanser (527-3586) or Judson and Pam Vos (594-3700) so the nursing home can be notified. Thank you.

SERVING ONE ANOTHER

...serve one another humbly in love. Galatians 5:13

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Sully CRC—Thank you so much for your generous

Thanksgiving contribution to Baby Blessings Chil-

dren’s Home in Nairobi, Kenya! Baby Blessings

means so much to me because they provide a safe,

loving home for the orphaned, abandoned, and vul-

nerable children in Nairobi. Many of those I cared

for as babies 6 years ago are now in school and get-

ting an education that will set them up for a bright

future!! I am so grateful this congregation continues

to remember these beautiful children at the time of

year when we reflect on how much we have been

blessed! Thank you for your support!

Paige (Zylstra) Price

Thank you to my church family for your love and concern in the loss of my dear brother John

Rus. My brother will be missed by many. He was so ready to go to his Heavenly home.

God is faithful and so good! With love, Jerri Jansen

Sully Christian Reformed Church,

We want to thank you for your prayers and support of the work that is being done through Es-

sential Instruction Ministry! God bless you all.

Your Brother, Ron Gruber

Our sincere thank you to each one of you who offered prayers, kind deeds and

comforting words after our mom passed on to her heavenly home.

Gary and Lynnette Christensen

A sincere thank-you for your prayers, cards, words of encouragement, and especially to

our Heavenly Father for his healing during my time of surgery and recovery. Special

thanks to Pastor Brian and others who stopped for visits.

We would also like to thank-you for your prayers and concern for our son-in-law, Kevin

De Goey . He has shown good improvement and should be home soon. Please continue

to pray for complete recovery and patience as he goes through therapy.

Melvin and Marilyn Jansen

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February 23 Mary Fopma

February 24 Jordon Van Zante

Jaden Vos

Alexa Dunsbergen

February 25 Lynnette Christensen

February 26 Shelby Van Baale

February 27 Ed Van Kooten

Denise Arkema

February 28 Frank Van Soelen

Brandon Van Baale

Rejoice with those who rejoice... Romans 12:15

CELEBRATING TOGETHER

FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS

February 1 Marilyn Jansen

February 2 Jared Laverman

February 3 Mary Arkema

February 7 Verlan Van Wyk

February 8 Craig Zylstra

Stanley Fopma

February 9 Kody Jansen

Alyza Van Wyngarden

February 11 Barb Hoogeveen

February 12 Lloyd Van Zante

Mike Van Soelen

Matthew Van Maanen

Natasha Thaden

Tyler Van Soelen

February 13 Melvin Jansen

Linda Zylstra

February 14 Daryl Menninga

February 15 Jennifer Lowry

Jackson Plowman

Emma Plowman

February 16 Lynn Wey

Roger Zylstra

Doug Van Zee

Derek Van Soelen

Trevor De Berg

February 17 Clarence Van Zee

Pamela Vos

February 19 Brian Beyer

February 21 Marlene Bruxvoort

Brenda De Nooy

Blake Veenstra

Ezekiel Vander Leest

FEBRUARY ANNIVERSARIES

February 11 Roger & Marlene Bruxvoort

February 13 Ron & Nancy Swank (60)

February 18 Duane & Mary Arkema

February 20 Ron & Judy Beyer

February 21 Bob & Marilyn Van Soelen

February 25 Norm & Betty Schuring (60)

‘Long life to you! Good health to you and

your household! And good health to all

that is yours! I Samuel 25:6

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Rejoice with those who rejoice... Romans 12:15

CELEBRATING TOGETHER

MARCH BIRTHDAYS

March 1 Michael Hoogeveen

Sue Pastoor

March 3 Kevin Veenstra

Karla Vos

Brennan Veenstra

Emily Van Soelen

March 7 Harriet Van Zante (98)

March 8 Marty Vander Molen

Bailey Vos

March 9 Amy Hoogeveen

Alexa Van Zante

March 11 Nellie Zylstra (90)

March 12 Samuel De Nooy

Chloe Vos

March 14 Jason Lowry

March 15 Carolyn Zylstra

Steve Van Sant

March 17 Judy Van Kooten

March 19 Sierra Pleima

Katherine Ann Zylstra

March 20 Marcille Jansen

March 21 Alicia Van Kooten

March 22 Staci Jansen

March 24 Case Van Soelen

Dustin Veenstra

March 25 Rachel Van Maanen

Karson Van Maanen

March 26 Wendell Zylstra (85)

Jeff Pastoor

Dan Dunsbergen

Shelby Veenstra

Nile Vos

March 27 Jamie Van Kooten

March 28 Colton Jochems

MARCH ANNIVERSARIES

March 5 Scott & Rebecca Jochems

March 7 Kevin & June Veenstra

March 8 Kevin & Jan Laverman

March 12 Scott & Vicki Nikkel

March 14 Stan & Clara Hoogeveen

March 24 Daryl & Linda Menninga

Kevin and Melanie Van Maanen

March 25 Monte and Dorian Goodyk

March 26 Marvin & Myrna Goodyk

March 27 Mike & Marlene Van Soelen

March 30 John and Jacie Kramer

March 31 Lauren & Julie Van Wyk (20)

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It was you who set all the boundaries of the earth;

you made both summer and winter.

Psalm 74:17

103 9th Ave, PO Box 205

Phone: 641-594-3491

E-mail: sullycrc@netins.net

SULLY CHRISTIAN

REFORMED CHURCH

S E E U S O N T HE W E B

Sullycrc .org

At-home Faith Formation Tip:

“Marking faith milestones makes us sensitive to the work of the Holy Spirit in our midst and

helps us identify and share our stories of faith. As we celebrate milestones, we become a

community of seekers as well as believers, always on the lookout for God’s hand at work,

always expecting to join in God’s mission.” —from Celebrating the Milestones of Faith, avail-

able from FaithAliveResources.org. How might you mark faith milestones in your family or

household this year? (Tip from Faith Formation Ministries; crcna.org/FaithFormation)