The Mission of The Church of the StraitsTo worship God faithfully

To grow together spirituallyTo serve Jesus Christ and

WELCOME TOTHE CHURCH OF THE STRAITS

Pastor David Wallis

February 18, 2018 10:30 a.m.

Welcome and Announcements Please sign our attendance pads; pass it

down the pew, take time to note with whom you are sitting, so that you can greet them later.

Green Prayer Cards may be filled out with your joys/prayer concerns. Ushers will collect them during prayer time.

*Call to Worship Psalm 45:1-7 pg. 558

Ginny Brew, Liturgist

*Hymn “Lead Me to Calvary” #176 *Prayer of Confession God, your Son is fully divine. He also became fully man and lived a humble and distressed life. He lived for us and he died for us. Our gratitude is eternal, for it is in His Holy name we pray, Amen!

*Gloria Patri #623

First Scripture Reading pg. 783

Jeremiah 31:15-17

Time with Children

*Affirmation of Faith through Song screen

“In Christ Alone”

Sharing our Joys and ConcernsSilent Prayer and Pastoral PrayerThe Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.

Giving our Tithes and OfferingsOffertory Doxology #625*Prayer of Dedication

Volunteer Choir “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”

Second Scripture Reading pg. 956

Matthew 2:13-18

Sermon “He Was Homeless Too!”

*Hymn “Living For Jesus” #372

*Benediction

*Postlude in unisonGod be with you till we meet again; By His counsels guide, up-hold you, With His sheep securely fold you;

God be with you till we meet again.

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Please join us for refreshments after the service in Fellowship Hall.

Everyone is welcome!

How to become a Christian1. Admit to God that you have done

things that oppose His desires for you.“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Romans 3:23

2. Acknowledge Jesus Christ as God’s only solution to your condition.“Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

John 14:63. Ask God to forgive your sins and

invite Jesus into your life. “Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.”

John 1:12

What to Pray“Lord Jesus, I need you. Thank you for coming to earth, living an unblemished life, and dying on the cross for my sins. I open the door of my life and receive you as Savior and Lord of everything I do. Make me the kind of person you want me to be.”

What to DoGo to God in prayer daily. Read God’s word daily. Open your life to other Christian friends. Worship God weekly at church.

If God is speaking to you this morning and you desire to receive Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord, or desire prayer for a particular matter, we invite you to the front of

the sanctuary at the close of the service where Pastor Dave and/or others will be glad to pray and talk with you.

THE CHURCH OF THE STRAITS STAFF307 N. Huron Street • P.O. Box 430

Mackinaw City, MI 49701231-436-8682 Office • 231-436-5765 Fax

231-436-5484 Parsonagewww.thechurchofthestraits.com

cotsoffice@yahoo.com Minister Pastor David WallisHead Ushers Todd Kohs and

Greg PietrowskiOrganist/Pianist Loretta Martinek Treasurer Janet SchaeferFinancial Secretary Jean HuntSecretary Judy Churchill

In the Nursery:**Nursery is for 1st grade and younger, thanks Feb. 18 need someone Feb. 25 need someone

Liturgists in Coming Weeks: Feb. 25 10:30 am – Elizabeth Zabik Mar. 04 10:30 am – Danna Marvin Mar. 11 10:30 am – Bill Marvin

Sunday Worship Attendance

2/11/18 10:30 am – 1012/12/17 10:30 am – 87

Flowers: If you wish to have flowers on the Altar for any occasion, please contact the church office at 436-8682.Hearing Devices are available from the sound booth. Please turn the device off and return it to the sound booth after the service.

* Stand if able; Bold = congregational response

The Mission of The Church of the StraitsTo worship God faithfully

To grow together spirituallyTo serve Jesus Christ and

CHURCH CALENDAR February 18 - 25, 2018

SUN 2-18 3:00 pm AA 5:00 pm Prayer Group 6:00 pm Disciple III

MON 2-19 3:00 pm Women’s Bible Study

TUE 2-20 10:00 am Sr. Chair Yoga

THR 2-22 3:30 pm TASK SAT 2-24 9:00 am Men’s Accountability

SUN 2-25 9:30 am Adult/Youth Sun. Sch 10:30 am Traditional Worship 3:00 pm AA 5:00 pm Prayer Group

6:00 pm Disciple III

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Restoring His Gathering Place - We’re ½ way there!!! Capital campaign will end in early 2018. Donation envelopes are in Fellowship Hall or the church office. Each $20 gift will be marked on the donation board.

Senior Chair Yoga – Every Tuesday at 10:00 am, Deb Downing will be leading a class for balance, range of motion, and breathing through yoga. Wear comfortable clothes and bring water. The class will last about ½ hour. Questions, contact Deb at 231-818-1204.

Looking for someone interested in overseeing meal prep and delivery to people recovering from illness or surgery or someone in need of meals. Please contact Judy in the office for more information 436-8682.

Mackinaw City Schools Project Close-Up will be hosting a Mardi Gras Party on Saturday, March 3rd from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Audie's Banquet Room. The evening will include dinner, music, 50/50 and raffle drawings.  Cost is $10 for adults, $8 for children. Come and join us for great food and family fun.  All proceeds benefit "Project Close-Up".  We look forward to seeing you there!

For Operation Shoebox – the February items are:crayons, pencils, markers, erasers – March items are: socks, underwear, mittens, gloves & hats - or anything on sale that would fit in a box! Thanks

PRAYER REQUESTSPlease pray for the following persons from our prayer cards: Donna & Bob Clark, Joe Cain, Alana & Brayden, Adam Cripps, Sarah, Jean Hunt, Linda Valentine, Tierney Bell,Cheryl Newman, Fred Vandergeest, Francine Stump, Collen Durant, Greg Vieau, Loretta Martinek, Tim Zabik, Joy, Judy Knight, Megan Wallis, Paige Cater, Midge Tillman, Randy Kube’s parents, Fritz Jackson, Garrett Schlossberg, Jim Marks, Annie Beehler, Tanya Sturteyant, JoAnn Wallin, Todd Janeczek, Mary Madigan, Tillie Frazier, Garrett Laninga, Pat Myers, Leona Spencer, Sandy Huskey, Don Mier family, Denice Hansen, Ben VanAllen, Jolene Rogala, Fred Thompson Sr, Sandy, Sarah & Allan, Nathan Raboin, Dave Bryers, Sandy Hughes, Autumn Mier, Jimmy Wilkins, Jessica Petrowski, Bill Cox, Kip Grimes, Bob Ulrich, Carol Harper, Marilyn Cole, Dean Bennett, Barb Lewis, Jean Keiser, Janelle Bancroft, Phyllis Paquet, Mary Marquis, Dawn Vickers, Cindy Cotway, Dan Clark, Jim Marks, Gregory Swanson, Julie Burnett, Chip Finnel, Jim Hogerl, Bill Szubielak, Sean Slumka, Janet Esper, Kelly Reynolds, Julie Mallory, Riley Proctor, Linda Kapsa, Janet Schaefer, Doris Rottschalk, Pam Vogel, Mary Beth Smith, Janice Wallis, Mickey Woiderski, Doug Bonter, Carol Longyear, Teresa Gonzales, Brad Atkins, Mary Barrett, Jackson Wallin, Diane Ellman, Lucas Collette, Braylan Blackwell, David Barlow, Arvella Tenbrink, Ernie George, Lisa Emelander, Marty Mol, Mason Brey, Kate Walugembe, and our Military. Welcome to Our Service

The Church of the StraitsCovenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians (ECO)

andUnited Methodist

Federated

If you are interested in being a driver (pick up someone for church and return them), please sign up on the sheet in Fellowship Hall. People needing a ride will call you. Thank you!