December 10, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Angels We Have Heard on High


Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade):  6:30 on Sunday Nights
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.
  • Sunday School: New adult Sunday School classes have started. Todd Tidgren is teaching on the book of Philippians, and Matthew Shipman is teaching on Spiritual Disciplines. Sunday school begins at 9:30am.
  • Christmas Program: The Christmas Program will be Sunday, December 17th. We will have lunch (pizza) available for everyone to eat followed immediately by the program. 

  • Program Practice: Parents, practice will be on Saturday, December 16th from 1-4pm. PLEASE NOTE: this is a change from the original sign-up sheet date / time.

  • Christmas Eve: Join us for a Christmas Eve service on Sunday evening, December 24th at 6pm. We are looking forward to being together as a church family on this special evening.

Advent Scripture Reading


Songs:

O Little Town of Bethlehem


Your Name



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "Four Beasts and the Throne of God" (Daniel 7:1-12)



Closing Song:

I Set My Hope

December 3, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Come Thou Long Expected Jesus


Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade):  6:30 on Sunday Nights
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.
  • Sunday School: New adult Sunday School classes have started. Todd Tidgren is teaching on the book of Philippians, and Matthew Shipman is teaching on Spiritual Disciplines. Sunday school begins at 9:30am.
  • Christmas Program: The Christmas Program will be Sunday, December 17th. We will have lunch (pizza) available for everyone to eat followed immediately by the program. 

  • Program Practice: Parents, practice will be on Saturday, December 16th from 1-4pm. PLEASE NOTE: this is a change from the original sign-up sheet date / time.

  • Christmas Eve: Join us for a Christmas Eve service on Sunday evening, December 24th at 6pm. We are looking forward to being together as a church family on this special evening.

Advent Scripture Reading


Songs:

O Come O Come Emmanuel


My Chains are Gone



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "Rescued in the Lions' Den" (Daniel 6:16-28)



Closing Song:

He Shall Reign Forevermore

November 26, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Come Thou Fount


Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade):  No Youth Group on November 26.
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.
  • Sunday School: New adult Sunday School classes have started. Todd Tidgren is teaching on the book of Philippians, and Matthew Shipman is teaching on Spiritual Disciplines. Sunday school begins at 9:30am. If you have been wanting to attend but haven’t, this would be a great time to start!
  • Foyer Updates: In the next several weeks, the foyer will be freshened up with some new paint and a few other changes. If you have any questions, please reach out to Virlee Sklenar or Karen Brant.

Scripture Reading


Songs:

Living Hope


Speak O Lord



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "The Faithfulness of Daniel" (Daniel 6:1-15)



Closing Song:

Lord I Need You

November 19, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Great is Thy Faithfulness


Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade):  No Youth Group on November 19 or November 26.
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups. (NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES on November 22)
  • Operation Christmas Child: Return boxes by Sunday, November 19th. Please remember to donate $10 for each box you fill to help cover shipping. Checks can be made to Pleasant Ridge with a note in the memo specifying “Operation Christmas Child.” If you have questions, please talk with Todd or Charlotte Heck. 

  • Sunday School: New adult Sunday School classes will start on November 19th. Todd Tidgren will be teaching on the book of Philippians, and Matthew Shipman will be teaching on Spiritual Disciplines. Sunday school begins at 9:30am. If you have been wanting to attend but haven’t, this would be a great time to start!
  • Foyer Updates: In the next several weeks, the foyer will be freshened up with some new paint and a few other changes. If you have any questions, please reach out to Virlee Sklenar or Karen Brant.
  • Blessings Banquet: Everyone is invited to our Blessings Banquet on Sunday, November 19th at 5:30pm. This will be a catered meal, so no need to bring anything. You won’t want to miss this wonderful time together! Mark it on your calendar!

Scripture Reading


Songs:

God So Loved


Blessed Be Your Name



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "From Pride to the Fall" (Daniel 5:17-31)



Closing Song:

Yet Not I

November 12, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Crown Him with Many Crowns



Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): 6:30-7:30pm on Sunday night
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.
  • Operation Christmas Child: Now underway! Pick up your box at the back of the church and return boxes by Sunday, November 19th. Please remember to donate $10 for each box you fill to help cover shipping. Checks can be made to Pleasant Ridge with a note in the memo specifying “Operation Christmas Child.” If you have questions, please talk with Todd or Charlotte Heck. 

    ** There will be no High School Youth Group on the night of the Blessings Banquet.
  • Sunday School: New adult Sunday School classes will start on November 19th. Todd Tidgren will be teaching on the book of Philippians, and Matthew Shipman will be teaching on Spiritual Disciplines. Sunday school begins at 9:30am. If you have been wanting to attend but haven’t, this would be a great time to start!
  • Foyer Updates: In the next several weeks, the foyer will be freshened up with some new paint and a few other changes. If you have any questions, please reach out to Virlee Sklenar or Karen Brant.
  • Blessings Banquet: Everyone is invited to our Blessings Banquet on Sunday, November 19th at 5:30pm. This will be a catered meal, so no need to bring anything. You won’t want to miss this wonderful time together! Mark it on your calendar!

Scripture Reading


Songs:

House of the Lord


There is One Gospel



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "The Writing on the Wall" (Daniel 5:1-16)



Closing Song:

How Marvelous


November 5, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

In Christ Alone/Solid Rock



Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): 6:30-7:30pm on Sunday night
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

  • Operation Christmas Child: Now underway! Pick up your box at the back of the church and return boxes by Sunday, November 19th. Please remember to donate $10 for each box you fill to help cover shipping. If you have any questions, please talk with Todd or Charlotte Heck.

  • Blessings Banquet: Everyone is invited to our Blessings Banquet on Sunday, November 19th at 5:30. This will be a catered meal, so no need to bring anything. Mark it on your calendar!

  • Christmas Program: If you have any questions please contact Shellie Haluska.

Scripture Reading


Songs:

10,000 Reasons



Trust in God




Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "From Pride to Humility" (Daniel 4:28-37)



Closing Song:

Behold Our God


October 29, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Holy, Holy, Holy



Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): No Youth Group Tonight
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

  • Pastor Appreciation Potluck: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Joining us after morning worship for a potluck meal together with Pastor Chaun and his family. Please bring a main dish and side/dessert to share.

  • Bible Study: Gary and Connie Strasser have just started a Bible study group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, 7-8:30pm, in their home in Coon Rapids. Please talk to Gary or Connie if you are interested in joining.

  • Christmas Program Signup: All children 3 years - 8th Grade are invited to participate! The sign up sheet is on the table in the foyer. Please note: If your child(ren) want to participate, we need them to sign up! If you have any questions please contact Shellie Haluska.

Scripture Reading


Songs:

O Praise the Name



Hymn of Heaven




Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "A Warning Against Pride" (Daniel 4:1-27)



Closing Song:

I Set My Hope


October 22, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

How Great Thou Art



Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): We will meet after church! 
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

  • Pastor Appreciation Potluck: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. On Sunday, October 29th, after morning worship, we will have a potluck meal together with Pastor Chaun and his family. Please bring a main dish and side/dessert to share.

  • Bible Study: Gary and Connie Strasser have just started a Bible study group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, 7-8:30pm, in their home in Coon Rapids. Please talk to Gary or Connie if you are interested in joining.

  • Christmas Program Signup: All children 3 years - 8th Grade are invited to participate! The sign up sheet is on the table in the foyer. Please note: If your child(ren) want to participate, we need them to sign up! If you have any questions please contact Shellie Haluska.

Scripture Reading


Songs:

Joy of the Lord



Trust in God




Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "Rescued in the Fiery Furnace" (Daniel 3:19-30)



Closing Song:

He Will Hold Me Fast


October 15, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

All Creatures of Our God and King



Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): Sunday night at 6:30
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

  • Pastor Appreciation Potluck: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. On Sunday, October 29th, after morning worship, we will have a potluck meal together with Pastor Chaun and his family. Please bring a main dish and side/dessert to share.

  • Bible Study: Gary and Connie Strasser have just started a Bible study group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, 7-8:30pm, in their home in Coon Rapids. Please talk to Gary or Connie if you are interested in joining.

  • Christmas Program Signup: All children 3 years - 8th Grade are invited to participate! The sign up sheet is on the table in the foyer. Please note: If your child(ren) want to participate, we need them to sign up! If you have any questions please contact Shellie Haluska.

Scripture Reading


Songs:

God So Loved



Holy Forever



Prayer


Offertory: Joel Schroeder



Sermon: "Bow or Burn" (Daniel 3:1-18)



Closing Song:

I Set My Hope


October 8, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Come Thou Fount



Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): Sunday night at 6:30
  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

Scripture Reading: Revelation 5


Songs:

Is He Worthy


Promises



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "An Outline of History" (Daniel 2:24-49)



Closing Song:

Lord I Need You


October 1, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

To God Be the Glory



Welcome & Announcements

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): Sunday night at 6:30
  • Mark Your Calendars! Ben Calhoun of Citizen Way & the Calhoun Family will be with us for a Concert on Wednesday, October 4th at 6:00pm. Invite Your Friends!


Scripture Reading


Songs:

Living Hope



A Thousand Hallelujahs



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "The Revealer of Mysteries" (Daniel 2:1-23)



Closing Song:

Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery


September 24, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

All Hail the Power



Welcome & Announcements

  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): Sunday night at 6:30
  • Mark Your Calendars! Ben Calhoun of Citizen Way & the Calhoun Family will be with us for a Concert on Wednesday, October 4th at 6:00pm. Invite Your Friends!


Scripture Reading: Psalm 130


Songs:

My Lighthouse



Firm Foundation



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "The Resolve to Transform" (Daniel 1:8-21)



Closing Song:

I Will Wait for You


September 17, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

Be Thou My Vision



Welcome & Announcements

  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): This Sunday we will meet after church from 12:00-1:00pm, and provide pizza for lunch. Next week we return to our normal Sunday night time at 6:30.
  • Child Dedication: Julianna Johnson, daughter of Jeremiah and Dana Johnson, and Sloane Johnson, daughter of Seth and Christina Johnson will be dedicated during our Worship Service.


Child Dedication


Scripture Reading: Revelation 7:10,12


Songs:

Way Maker



Goodness of God



Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "The Pressure to Conform" (Daniel 1:1-7)



Closing Song:

Hymn of Heaven


September 10, 2023 - Order of Service

Opening Song:

All Creatures of our God and King



Welcome & Announcements

  • New Members: Ellie Bergmeier, Ben Bergmeier, & Tenley Haluska

  • Wednesday Nights: Fellowship Meal at 6pm. Activities & groups will follow from 6:30-7:30pm for children 3 years old - 8th grade and both men & women adult groups.

  • High School Youth Group (9th-12th grade): Begins on Sunday night, September 10 at 6:30.


Scripture Reading: Revelation 4:11


Songs:

Death was Arrested



Thank You Jesus for the Blood Applied


Prayer


Offertory



Sermon: "Daniel: Hope in a Hostile World" (Daniel 1:1-2)


Communion


Closing Song:

He Will Keep You