Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:51:00 -0400WeeblyFri, 07 Aug 2026 15:26:42 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-august-9-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
Welcome & Announcements
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
 Song : Shout to the Lord
Confession & Assurance
  Song:  King of Kings
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  I Speak Jesus
Children’s Message
    Song:  Days of Elijah
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Psalm 23
Sermon:  That’s a Good Question: 
What are You Doing Here?
   Song:  Yet Not I But Through Christ In Me
 Parting Blessing
   Song :  The Blessing

This week at Vanastra Community Church:
Monday         10 am        EarlyON playgroup
Tuesday         10 am         Men's Life
                            7 pm         Council Meeting

Men’s Breakfast: You’re invited to Men’s Breakfast here at Clinton CRC on Saturday, August 15 @ 8AM with speaker Ward Hodgins. Free Will Offering Only.
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Thrive Faith Formation Tip – God invited his people Israel to model the kind of radical curiosity that recognized the image of God in every human being. For the most part, Israel had little success being curious about others, instead making their own lives their top priority. Their lack of curiosity blocked their ability to see their neighbors in the image of God. Still, the Lord kept his promise to make something out of them for the purpose of being a light of grace and blessing to all other peoples (Gen. 12:2-3). This week reflect on whom God has been asking you to be curious about. Reach out to those people whom God places on your heart, seeking to learn more about them and their life. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive

Kids Corner Devotions: Talking About Sin: - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Talking About Sin: Tell & Show” at www.kidscorner.net. What’s the best way to apologize? Explore the two-step approach: First, tell God you’re sorry and say it to the person you’ve hurt. Then get serious and show your “I’m sorry” by taking action.

]]>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:04:23 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-august-2-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
 
Welcome & Announcements
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
 Song : Let it Be Said of Us
Confession & Assurance
  Song:  Be the Center
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  Breathe
Children’s Message
    Song:  Days of Elijah
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  1 John 4:7-21
Sermon:  The Overflow of Love
Video of Pastor Jay Crossen, Exeter CRC
   Song:  Here I am Lord
 Parting Blessing
   Song :  He is Lord

This Week at Vanastra Community Church:
Tuesday          5:30 pm     Community Dinner
                          7  pm           Executive Meeting

Kids Corner Devotions: Talking About Sin: Big & Bigger News for You - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Talking About Sin: Big & Bigger News for You” at www.kidscorner.net. In this week's devotion’s Bible reading, Romans 5:18-21, we learn that sin—the things we think, say, or do that don’t please God—is big and powerful. Sin separates us from God. But the good news is that bigger news about Jesus is coming.

Thrive Faith Formation Tip - The God of the Bible is radically curious. God was curious about taking formless things and creating something beautiful. God was curious on the first day as God spoke light into existence and gave darkness a place in creation. God was curious enough that creating sky, land, and oceans was life-giving and affirming in the world. God was curious enough to believe diversity in plants and animals was cool, creating them in a variety of dimensions, shapes, and colors. God’s curiosity led to the creation of two beacons in the sky to serve the earth. In the mind of God, curiosity was God’s radical bent of being in relationship, always moving toward life. This week reflect on what makes you curious about God, God’s world, and your world. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
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]]>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:15:42 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-july-26-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
Welcome & Announcements
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
 Song : Holy, Holy, Holy
Confession & Assurance
Call to Responsive Living
  Song:  The River
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  My Jesus, I Love Thee
Children’s Message
    Song:  The Wise Man Built His House
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Ecclesiastes 4:7-12
                   2 Corinthians 4:7-12
Sermon: Not Alone
   Song:  Take My Life & Let It Be
 Parting Blessing
   Song :  Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

This week at Vanastra Community Church:
Monday         10 am       EarlyON Playgroup
Tuesday         10 am       Men's Life 

Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Summer is often a time when extended families gather for a reunion, giving the opportunity to connect with relatives we don’t see regularly. Think about a member of your church family whom you haven’t seen in a while, spend time praying for them this week, and reach out with a card, phone call, or text to let them know you’re thinking of them and praying for them.

Kids Corner Devotions:Prayer: Meeting God in the Quiet - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Prayer: Meeting God in the Quiet” at www.kidscorner.net. Contemplative prayer is like a quiet summer evening. Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still, and know that I am God!” Try sitting quietly with God and just gently be still in his presence.
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]]>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:00:18 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-july-19-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
Welcome & Announcements
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
 Song : God Himself Is With Us
Invitation to the Table
  Song:  Just as I Am Without a Plea
Communion
  Song:  O Christ, Our Hope, Our Heart’s Desire
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  You are My All in All
Children’s Message
    Song:  The Wise Man Built His House
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Matthew 13 : 1-30
Sermon: Perseverance
   Song:  When Peace Like a River
 Parting Blessing
   Song :  Go Now in Peace  


This Week at Vanastra Community Church:
Monday          10 am        EarlyON playgroup
Tuesday          10 am        Men's Life
                             5:30 pm  Community Dinner
Wednesday   10 am         Huron County Food Bank Truck


Thrive Faith Formation Tip - This season of the church calendar is often called “ordinary time” and is represented by the color green. Spend some time this week looking for the color green as you go about your daily life. When you see green, use that as a prompt to thank God for the ways God sustains you during your day-to-day activities. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive

Kids Corner Devotions: Prayer: God Hears It All - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Prayer: God Hears It All” at www.kidscorner.net. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me.” One way that can happen is through prayer. God loves your prayers.​

]]>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:16:06 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-july-12-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
 
Welcome & Announcements
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
 Song : Shout to the North
Confession & Assurance
  Song:  There is a Redeemer
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  Beautiful One
Children’s Message
    Song:  Rejoice in the Lord Always
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Matthew 6: 19-24
Sermon: Don’t Avoid the Unavoidable Conclusion
   Song:  Ancient Words
 Parting Blessing
   Song :  My Friends May You Grow in Grace  


This Week at Vanastra Community Church:
Monday          10 am        EarlyON Playgroup
Tuesday          10 am        Men's Life
Friday                7:30 pm  Games Night


Kids Corner Devotions: Who Taught You About Jesus? - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Who Taught You About Jesus?” at www.kidscorner.net. Everyone learns about Jesus from someone special—just like Timothy, who heard amazing stories about God from his mom and grandma. Who is someone in your life you can learn from—and what awesome God story will you explore together next?

Thrive Faith Formation Tip - In the Northern Hemisphere this time of year is filled with longer days and sunnier weather, allowing many of us to spend more time outdoors. In Psalm 19, David speaks of the many ways creation displays the glory of God and his creative work. Take some intentional time this week to notice something specific in God’s creation and to give God thanks for it. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
 
 
Where do you go to learn to make ice cream?  
 
Sundae School!


]]>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 15:15:43 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-july-5-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
Welcome & Announcements
  Song : Praise the Lord, Sing Hallelujah
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
  Song:  Blessed Assurance
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  Like a River Glorious
Children’s Message
    Song:  The Wise Man Built His House
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Matthew 7:7-11
Sermon: The Right Question (Part 2)
Mark Hardwick
   Song:  Here is Love Vast as the Ocean
 Parting Blessing
   Song :  Christ Shall Have Dominion  


This Week at Vanastra Community Church:
Monday          10 am         EarlyOn playgroup
Tuesday          10 am        Men's Life
                           5:30 pm    Community Dinner


Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Is it hot outside today? Here in the Northern Hemisphere it is summer, and the temperatures have climbed. Do you like that? Or would you rather it be cooler? Sadly, you can’t order your favorite temperature today! Just as in many other parts of life, the temperature outside is not yours to control. Remembering that is helpful for recognizing that you are small and that God (who can control the temperature) is big. Are there other things in your life that you can’t change? Name one of those things each day this week, and praise God for his big-ness. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
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Kids Corner Devotions: Apollos: The Gift of Accepting Help - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Apollos: The Gift of Accepting Help” at www.kidscorner.net. Sometimes we try to do everything on our own because we want to feel strong—but it’s okay to need help! God made us to learn from each other, so who can you learn from today?
]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:40 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-june-28-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
 
Welcome & Announcements
  Song : How Great Thou Art
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
  Song:  Blessed Assurance
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  Awesome God
Children’s Message
    Song:  What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Psalm 88: 1-2; 6-18
Sermon
   Song:  Precious Lord, Take My Hand
 Parting Blessing
   Song :  It is Well With My Soul

This Week at Vanastra Community Church:
Monday          10 am      EarlyON Playgroup
Tuesday           10 am    Men's Life
Wednesday      7 pm     Prayer Meeting

Kids Corner Devotions: Paul & Silas: God Hears Me Anywhere!  Ever had a day where everything feels upside down? You can pray, sing, and trust God even when things are scary or hard. Try talking to God anywhere—at home, at school, or even while brushing your teeth—and see how He hears you everytime!​
]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:25:03 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-june-21-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am

Welcome to Pastor Wes Collins, Drayton CRC

Welcome & Announcements
  Song : This is My Father’s World
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
Invitation to the Table
  Song:  We Believe in God the Father
Communion
  Song of Thanksgiving: You are Worthy
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  Open Our Eyes
Children’s Message
    Song:  What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Colossians 1:1-14
Sermon:  The Gospel That Bears Fruit
   Song:  Ten Thousand Reasons
 Parting Blessing
   Song : Father, I Adore You

This week at Vanastra Community CRC:
Monday                 10 am             Early ON playgroup
Tuesday                 10 am             Men's Life
Thursday                7 pm              Discover the Bible Study

Coffee Social is taking a summer hiatus and won’t be meeting for July or August.

Kids Corner Devotions: Tabitha: Community Builder - Meet a kind helper who showed God’s love by making clothes and caring for people in her neighborhood. When something amazing happened, the whole community celebrated, and many hearts were filled with joy! Discover how even small acts of kindness can make a big difference and how you can use your own gifts to help others.

Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Today is Father’s Day. Spend some time today and throughout this week reflecting on passages from Scripture that describe God as our heavenly Father. Give thanks for all the ways in which you experience God’s love on a daily basis, and for earthly fathers and role models who have demonstrated God’s love in your life. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive

Dad Bible Joke:  Need an Ark?  I Noah guy

]]>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:21:05 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-june-14-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
Welcome & Announcements
  Song : You Are My King
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
Song:   Grace Flows Down
Confession & Assurance
Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  The River
Children’s Message
    Song:  What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  Joshua 5:13 – 6:5
Sermon:  The Holy One
                      Author: Tim Keller
   Song:  How Deep the Father’s Love for Us
 Parting Blessing
   Song : Go Now In Peace

This week at Vanastra Community CRC:
Monday        10 am      EarlyON playgroup
Tuesday        10 am     Men's Life
                          5:30 pm  Community Dinner
Wednesday  10 am    Huron County Food Bank Truck
Thursday      10 am    Coffee Social
                           7 pm     Discover the Bible Study
Friday             7:30 pm  Puzzle Night

Kids Corner Devotions: Lydia:Hearts Wide Open - Just like Lydia in Acts 16:11-15, you can discover the amazing joy of having God open your heart to understand how much Jesus loves you! Ask God to help you say “yes” to Him this week—and then share that happy news with a friend! ​
]]>Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:16:37 GMThttps://www.vanastracommunitycrc.org/bulletin/sunday-june-7-2026Sunday Worship at 10:00 am
 
Welcome & Announcements
  Song : God of Wonders
Call to Worship & God’s Greeting
  Song:   Humble Thyself in the Sight of the
              Lord/ Awesome God
Installation of Office Bearers
FOTOCAN – Beth King
  Offertory, Announcement & Prayer
   Song:  This Little Light of Mine
Children’s Message
    Song:  I’ve Got the Joy
Prayers of the People
Scripture:  1 Kings 19:9-18
Sermon:  When God Whispers
   Song:  Cornerstone
 Parting Blessing
   Song : My Redeemer Lives

This week at Vanastra Community CRC:
Monday         10 am       EarlyOn playgroup
Tuesday         10 am       Men's Life
                           7 pm        Council Meeting
Thursday         7 pm       Discover the Bible Study
Saturday       11 am - 1 pm     Vanastra Day BBQ by donation

Kids Corner Devotions: Philip: Answering Questions - Join Philip on an exciting adventure as he listens to God, meets an important traveler, and shares the amazing news about Jesus! Discover that even when life feels uncertain, God is always with us and can use us to help others in wonderful ways.Check out the KC Summertime Collection with lots of puzzles, games, and fun activities. Good for road trips or quiet time at home.

​New Family Information Evening: On Monday, June 8th we will be hosting our New Family Information night at Huron Christian school. We will be welcoming our new families for the 2026/27 school year! If you know of anyone who is interested in the school and would be interested in this evening and learning more about HCS please have them contact the school office at 519-482-7851 or by email to office@huronchristianschool.ca
 

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