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  • Prelude

    A God Who Saves


    Welcome & Announcements


    Call to Worship

    Rejoice

    I Set My Hope


    Offering

    Take My Life And Let It Be


    Moment for Missions - RRC Youth Ministry


    Prayer & Message

    "Who Are You to Judge?"

    Series: Faith At Work

    James 4:11-12 (p.1013)

    Rev. James Karsten


    Response

    Lord, I Need You


    Closing Blessing

  • The evidence of true faith is seen in a transformed life. The book of James teaches us what a Gospel shaped faith looks like at work in our lives.


    A Primer on the Book of James

    • WHO: James, the half brother of Jesus
    • WHEN: Sometime between 43-46 AD, before Paul’s first missionary journey. Likely the first NT book written
    • TO WHOM: Jewish believers in Jesus scattered throughout the world
    • WHY: To encourage believers to live out their faith in day-to-day life, not merely as a ritual or custom, but as deliberate acts of faith and worship. James writes with many references to the sermon on the mount and the book of Proverbs.

Announcements

This Week


Note: KidLife Worship is taking a short summer break and will return on July 27. The nursery is still available for kids 5 and under.


Painters Needed: Painting will start this week in the basement. We are looking for volunteers who are experienced painters to help out. Please contact Scott Brownell to coordinate (616-723-3310). Bring paint roller pans, brushes, step ladders, extension rods to roll with, drop cloths. We will provide roller covers. 


Single Ladies Lunch: Saturday, July 26, 1pm. Lunch at New Beginnings with games to follow at church at about 2:30. Please RSVP to Wilma Nelson.

  • Youth Group Bible Study

    Wednesdays — June 18, 25; July 9, 16, 30; August 6, 13, 20, 9-10am. For whoever is interested, we will be meeting for a relaxed, hour-long Bible study focused on growing in the skills needed to read and understand God’s Word. Each week we’ll look at a different passage and ask questions like: What does it say? How does it reveal Jesus? How does it connect to the rest of Scripture? What does it mean for me? Students will spend time prayerfully reading and reflecting on the passage before coming together to discuss what we’ve learned. This isn’t a deep dive into one book—it’s about building a toolkit to help students confidently approach any passage of Scripture on their own and apply it to life.

  • YA Summer Prayer Study

    7pm on Wednesdays – July 9, 16, 30; August 6.

    We’re planning to hold a four-week prayer study (in place of our Young Adult Bible study) created by Sherry Harney, co-author (with her husband Kevin) of the “Organic” series, including Organic Disciples and Organic Outreach. This study will meet weekly and requires only a one-month commitment. A vibrant prayer life is essential for growing closer to Jesus and becoming deeper disciples. Prayer is not just talking to God—it’s partnering with Jesus in His Kingdom mission, seeking His will, and being transformed by His presence. This study will help deepen our understanding of prayer and its vital role in our walk with Christ. If you’re interested, please let Tim VanderZwaag know.

  • Women's Summer Luncheons

    June 10, July 8, and August 12, 11:30am. Attention RRC women and friends! Mark your calendars for any or all of 3 Summer Luncheons hosted by the RRC Women’s Bible Study Group. It will be a time of fun and fellowship! We will meet at 11:30am on the second Tuesday of each month at the Boulder Creek Golf Club (separate checks). 5750 Brewer Ave NE, Belmont. RSVP to Jen Klaasen (jenklaasen@hotmail.com).

  • Night of Prayer & Worship

    Friday, September 5, 6:30pm. Come join us for an evening of prayer, worship, and reflection as we seek the Lord together. Through Scripture, song, and stillness, we’ll lift our prayers like incense (Psalm 141:2) and join in the spirit of the early church—gathering with sincere hearts and praising God (Acts 2:46–47). Prayer partners will be available throughout the evening, and quiet spaces will be set up in the fellowship lobby for anyone who needs to sit, reflect, or ask for prayer. Childcare and prayer-centered activities will be available for young children. Whether you come with words or silence, with joy or weariness—you are welcome here. Any questions or if you’d like to volunteer to help see Nick Verburg or Rob Yamamoto.

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