Parkside Bible Church bulletin for 3/17/19

1. We welcome your prayer requests! Please list
requests below, tear off this sheet and put
it in the offering plate today.
For Bulletin & Prayer Chain - prefer requests be for
attendees, family & close friends. (Note: these requests will
also be on our web site and may be announced during our church
service which is broadcast on the internet.)
Keep request confidential - to be shared only with prayer
partners, staff and board.
Your Name: ___________________________
Request: _____________________________
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PRAYER REQUESTS…
t Pray for John Cook’s Chinese teacher, Huang,
who has a reoccurrence of cancer and will be
moving in with John and Becky and also that she
will somehow be able to pay for the treatments.
t Pray for good results and no cancer growth for
John Feyereisen who will be having an MRI this
Friday.
t Pray for peace for Dawn VandenBrink and to
remain healthy prior to her first of two recalled hip
surgeries on March 27.
t Pray for continued healing and regaining of
strength for Burt Taylor who is recovering at home
from his stroke.
t Pray for Ken Kruis who is undergoing chemo-
therapy for Hodgkin’s Lymphoma;
t Pray for our homebound including: Al & Ginny
Tennant, Ray Reidsma, Nel Kimber, and Barb Kroll;
t Pray for our Prayer Families of the week: Goldie
Johnson, Steve & Robin Kamphuis, Jim, Becky &
Traci Karsies, Walt & Gayle Kibby, Harold, Lisa,
Caleb & Ashley Kimbel and Nel Kimber.
t Pray for our GGF sister church: Rush Creek Bible
Church in Byron Center, Pastor John Spooner.
t Pray for missionaries Emiliano & Raquel Seravalli
serving with GMI in Nicaragua.
Our Worship Center is looped with a t-coil for hearing aids.
PPARKSIDEARKSIDE BBIBLEIBLE MMINISTRYINISTRY TTEAMEAM::
Lead Pastor - Gary Spykerman - 616-990-8431 (parksidegs@sbcglobal.net)
Associate Pastor - Joe Johnson - 616-325-6617 (parksidejoe@att.net)
Worship Arts Director - Allyssa Thompson - 616-295-7508 (parksideallyssa@sbcglobal.net)
Youth Director - Trent Ramos - 616-422-8855 (trentnramos@yahoo.com)
Admin. Assistant - Judy Timmer - 399-4410 (parksidejudy@sbcglobal.net)
Admin. Assistant - Barbara Carlisle - 399-4410 (parksidejudy@sbcglobal.net)
Buildings & Grounds Upkeep - Rex DeBoer - 616-566-1807 & Dale Bronsink
Elder of the Week - Ryan Vander Haar - 616-772-1869
Deacon of the Week - Bob Boardman - 616-283-3978
Parkside Bible Church
14461 James Street, Holland, MI 49424 616-399-4410
www.parksidebibleholland.org
Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/parksidebibleholland
NEW FAMILY BIBLE HOUR CLASS OFFERING -
“ORIGINS” TAUGHT BY RON CRANSON
This class, held in classroom C2 near the end of the hallway, is exploring the
Creation-Evolution controversy, including the Biblical and scientific aspects
along with its historical roots. Resource materials are provided to assist in
understanding and evaluating this critical area and to assist in a realistic
Biblical worldview.
Plan to join us each Sunday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
to attend one of our many Family Bible Hour classes!
March 17, 2019
10:45 a.m.
“Passionately Pursuing Jesus Christ Within Community”
SUNDAY EVENING YOUTH ACTIVITIES
BLAST Youth Group for grades 6th - 12th will be held tonight at 6:00 p.m. If you
have questions regarding youth group, talk to Trent Ramos at 616-422-8855.
Parkside Bible Club for kids age 4 through 5th grade will be held tonight at 6:00 pm.
If you have questions, please contact Julie or Ruthann at 399-9950 or email
jar0926@charter.net
Parkside Bible Church livestreams our Sunday Morning Worship Services. Please
visit the ‘Parkside Media’ page on our website if you desire additional information.
Pastor Gary Spykerman
Sermon Series: “Father, Teach Us To Pray.”
Sermon: “A Radical Mix”
Ephesians 1-2-3
CHURCH PANTRY For the month of March, we are accepting donations for personal
care items such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste & brushes, deodorant,
shaving cream, etc. The drop box is located in the Fellowship Hall next to the
Women’s Ministry Counter.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW FOR OUR
GOOD FRIDAY AND EASTER SERVICES!
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE, APRIL 19, 7:00 PM
EASTER SUNDAY, APRIL 21
7:00 AM - SUNRISE SERVICE HERE AT THE CHURCH
9:00 AM - BREAKFAST FOR ALL AT PARKSIDE
10:00 AM – WORSHIP SERVICE
11:15 AM - FELLOWSHIP WITH LIGHT REFRESHMENTS
Please invite your friends and family to be part of our celebration!
More details coming soon.
Thank you for praying for me during my hip replacement in
January. I praise our Heavenly Father for faithful brothers and
sisters like you! God said “yes” to an excellent surgery, legs the
same length and a healthy recovery. My six week checkup went
very well and I look forward to complete healing in the months
to come. In Christ, Dennis Klemm

2. ASSISTING IN WORSHIP THIS MORNING
Ushers: Mike & Aaron Cooke, Al Walters, Terry Boeve Sub: Ted VanDeusen
Before Church Greeters: Pastor Joe & Kaylee Johnson
After Church Greeters: Bob Boardman, Ryan VanderHaar
Welcome Center: Rick & Sally Taylor Library: Rod Cranson
Infant Nursery (Birth-Age 2): Becky Karsies, Jill Welch & Madison Postma
S.O.U.L. Patrol (Dismissed from Service-Age 3-K) - Bob & Annette Stone
S.M.A.S.H. (Dismissed from Service-Age 1st-5th Grade) - Ted & Doris Van Deusen
Prayer Warriors - Vince Bush, Dale Bronsink, Trent Ramos
ASSISTING IN WORSHIP NEXT SUNDAY
Ushers: Mike & Aaron Cooke, Al Walters, Terry Boeve Sub: Ted Van Deusen
Before Church Greeters: Gary & Andrea Russ
After Church Greeters: Craig Apel, Ted Van Deusen
Welcome Center: Jay & Cara Riemersma Library: Sharon DeMaio
Infant Nursery (Birth-Age 2): Gwen & Lieza Klemm, Linn Nanna
S.O.U.L. Patrol (Dismissed from Service-Age 3-K) - Bob & Annette Stone
S.M.A.S.H. (Dismissed from Service-Age 1st-5th Grade) - Ted & Doris Van Deusen
Prayer Warriors - Vaughn VandenBrink, Bob Boardman, Andrew Zandstra
CO-ED INDOOR SOCCER AT PARKSIDE! Men, Women, Boys and Girls, Parkside
Attendees and Non-attendees: Come to Parkside every Tuesday evening from 7:30 to
9:00 p.m. to play soccer in our Family Life Center! Get some exercise and fellowship with
others. If you have questions, please talk to Trent Ramos - 616-422-8855.
MEN’S MENTORING CLASS All men are invited to join a Thursday evening group
focused around Bible intake, prayer, and fellowship with other men. The group will meet
through April 18th in the Fellowship Hall from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. to encourage and develop
our spiritual leadership skills. For more information, contact Pastor Gary.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY Ladies, if you’re not already participating in our Women’s Bible
Study held on Thursday evenings, please join us! We meet in the Board Room at church
from 6:30-8:00 p.m. and are studying 1 Timothy. Books are $6 each. If you have
questions, please contact Cheryl Tooke at justpraisin@gmail.com or 616-403-7576.
MEN’S SATURDAY MORNING BREAKFAST Guys, we have a breakfast every Saturday
at Russ’ Restaurant on North River from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Join us for a great meal with
great men & great fellowship and invite your friends! No need to sign up, just show up
when you can! Questions, talk to Pastor Gary.
WIDOW/WIDOWER POTLUCK LUNCHEON If you are a recent or long-ago widow/
widower, you are invited to a potluck luncheon on Monday, March 25, at noon. We’ll be
meeting in the board room for great food and fellowship. Bring a dish to pass or don’t bring
anything but yourself! Invite your widow/widower friends to come with you. Please sign up
at the Welcome Center. Questions...talk to Judy in the church office at 399-4410 or email
parksidejudy@sbcglobal.net.
SUPER SENIORS Parkside Super Seniors will meet at 10:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall on
Wednesday, March 27. Barb Carlisle will share her adventure in Cuba with an illustrated
presentation. A pizza, salad and dessert lunch will follow her program. Put the date on
your calendar and sign up at the Welcome Center. Questions, see Rod Cranson.
“UNCHAINED” - YOUNG ADULT/COLLEGE AGE - Every other Friday, join a gathering of
young adults and college age guys and gals for games, fellowship, study and snacks. Our
next meeting date is Friday, March 29th, from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Plan to attend; invite your
friends! Please call Harold Kimbel for further information at 616-292-4380 or email him at
hdklibertas@gmail.com.
BIRTHDAYS
3/18 Ray Bean, Rosie Boeve
3/19 Luke Fisher 3/20 Duncan Klemm
3/22 Janay Bean, Larry Pete, Ted Van Deusen
Jordyn & Paityn Welch
Tonight 6:00 pm Evening Service in the Fellowship Area
Tonight 6:00 pm Parkside Warrior Bible Club for age 4 through 5th grade
Tonight 6:00 pm BLAST Youth Group for grades 6-12
Monday 1:00 pm Home Visitations with Pastor Joe
Monday 6:00 pm Parkside Walking Exercise Class - Room C1
Monday 7:00 pm Board Meeting
Tuesday 11:30 am Staff/Congregational Prayer
Tuesday 7:30 pm Co-Ed Indoor Soccer at Church
Wednesday 6:30 am Men’s Morning Group
Thursday 6:30 pm Women’s Bible Study
Thursday 6:30 pm Men’s Mentoring Group
Thursday 8:00 pm Men’s Basketball
Saturday 7:30 am Men’s Breakfast at Russ’ Restaurant
March 24 9:30 am Family Bible Hour - All ages
March 24 9:30 am Membership Class Meeting - Prayer Room off Fellowship Hall
March 24 10:45 am Morning Worship Service
March 24 6:00 pm Youth Group, Bible Club, Evening Service
March 25 Noon Widow/Widower Group Potluck
March 27 10:30 am Super Seniors
March 29 7:00 pm “Unchained” Young Adult/College Age Group
THE GOSPEL…
Genesis 1:1 - God made everything.
Genesis 1:31 - God made everything
perfectly - No death or suffering.
Genesis 3:17-19 - The punishment
for sin is death. Due to sin, the world
is no long perfect.
Romans 5:12 - Because our mutual
grandfather, Adam, sinned, we now
sin too.
Romans 3:23 - We need to realize
that all are sinners, including
ourselves.
Romans 10:9 - We must trust in
Jesus Christ as the One who died in
our place, paying the punishment for
our sin on the cross; resurrected in
victory over death.
Ephesians 2:8-9 - For by grace are
you saved through faith and not of
yourselves. It is a gift from God, not
of works, lest any man should boast.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR WOULD
LIKE TO DISCUSS YOUR RELATIONSHIP
WITH GOD, PLEASE CONTACT PASTOR
GARY, PASTOR JOE, OR CALL THE
CHURCH OFFICE.
ANNIVERSARIES
3/18 Adam & Nimfa Silva
If you are a visitor today - WELCOME!!! Please fill out a
visitor card located in the paper holder in the pew in front
of you and take it to the Welcome Center near the front
door following the service to receive a gift.
We hope to see you again real soon!

3. March 17, 2019
Pastor Gary Spykerman
Series: “Father, Teach Us to Pray”
Sermon: “A Radical Mix”
Ephesians 1-2-3
I. The pattern of prayer that Jesus taught:
A. Praise/Worship the ______________________.
B. Request to meet ________________________.
* See Matthew 6:9-13; Luke 11:2-4
* See Ephesians 1:3-22
* See Ephesians 3:14-21
II. Observations
A. Theology (the study of God) and prayer (the
response of the heart) must be woven together
for the ____________ and the ____________
to fully grasp Him.
B. Our understanding of God’s character REQUIRES/
DEMANDS the acknowledgment of _____________/
__________________/_______________
that is rightfully His.
III. Take Aways