ORANGE CITY CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCHES COMMUNITY BULLETIN January 24, 2021 Denominational, Classis or Community Prayer Requests: On this Sanctity of Life Sunday, pray that all of life will be valued, from the unborn to the aged. Pray also for those couples who desire to have a child, but have not been able to. Pray that God will give them peace and strength each day. Pray for the ministries of The Guiding Star and Bethany Christian Services in Orange City as they seek to promote life. Pray also that as these agencies meet with moms and dads who are looking for pregnancy counseling, adoption desires, or parenting guidance, that God will give them the wisdom they need so they can give these parents the information and help that they need. GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS Keep denominational ministries in prayer. Call the toll free number: 1-888-CRC-PRAY (272-7729). Unity Christian High School is seeking to hire a full time Systems Administrator for the 21-22 school year. This individual will play a key role in managing and growing a computer network for 350+ staff and students. To learn more about the position and how to apply, contact Wayne Dykstra at 712-737-4114 or at [email protected]. From Orange City Christian School: OCCS is looking for an assistant to help in the kitchen a couple days a week. It's a low impact, low stress position that's a great way to work with a wonderful team and be involved with the kids and school. Please contact the office if you are interested. Orange City Christian is looking for a full-time math teacher in our middle school for next school year (2021- 2022). Please send a resume, and application to [email protected] by February 5, 2021. Our application can be found on our website under "about us"/"employment" or here is the link.http://www.orangecitychristian.net/editoruploads/files/Faculty_Application_Package.doc.pdf Due to COVID-19 restrictions and concerns, the annual Tiger PAWS’ soup supper has been cancelled this year. However, we are working on another opportunity to support the school and families of the school. More information to come!! COMMUNITY CALENDAR Sunday, January 24 7:00 a.m. Kids’ Corner on KDCR Radio 88.5 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. Groundwork – Confession - It can be difficult to admit when we’re wrong or when we’ve made a mistake. Study Matthew Psalm 32, 1 John 1:5-2:2, and Psalm 51 with Groundwork to better understand the spiritual discipline of confession, discover why it keeps us spiritually healthy, and why it’s beneficial to our relationship with God. Tune in to KDCR 88.5 or listen online anytime at www.GroundworkOnline.com Monday, January 25 6:00 p.m. Common Thread will meet at the Calvary Cadet/Coffeehouse Room. Wednesday, January 27 9:30 a.m. Coffee Break will meet at Calvary CRC - Elijah/Elisha, Lesson 5 6:45 p.m. GEMS will meet at Immanuel CRC. Please come in workout/comfy clothes and tennis shoes, and bring a labeled water bottle. 6:50 p.m. Cadets will meet at Calvary CRC. Friday, January 29 3:45 p.m. Homecoming 2021 will be held at Unity Christian High School. The Homecoming Court will be presented after chapel followed by a student talent show. Evening activities, beginning at 3:45 p.m., will include four basketball games, presentation of the Homecoming Royalty, and Dance Team performances. Alumni and friends of UCHS are invited to the evening activities. Masks are required at all events. Next Sunday, January 31 7:00 a.m. Kids Corner 8:30 a.m. & 9:30 p.m. Groundwork - Tune in to KDCR 88.5 or listen online anytime at www.GroundworkOnline.com 5:00 p.m. Combined Worship Service at Calvary CRC for Cadet Sunday. Advance Notices: Digital Zoo! A fundraiser for Hope Haven presented by DKOI: Join us for a drive-thru digital zoo! Come drive through Westview Business Park in Rock Valley, Monday, January 25th through Saturday, January 30th (open 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. each night.) This even is a safe, socially distanced family outing – don’t miss your chance to experience the digital zoo exhibits from the comfort of your car. All of the “exhibits” will feature a fun, digital experience on a DKOI sign – no live animals will be present. Signs will offer instructions and help guide the flow of traffic. Presented by DKOI Signs, this event is a fundraiser for Hope Haven. Please consider a freewill donation to Hope Haven. There will also be an opportunity to win fun prizes for kids – each donation to Hope Haven enters your family into the prize drawing! Learn more or donate at hopehaven.org/zoo! --Announcements (2-week limit) for the Community Bulletin are due by Thursday at 1:00 p.m., email: [email protected] .