Church News Archive


2009 Report from Troy Rienstra

Dear Family and Friends,
Greetings in the precious name of Christ Jesus our Lord! Today is the 11th day of January 2010.  At the beginning of 2009 I consecrated myself to the Lord in a way that I’ve practiced from the day I came to Christ.  I offered myself to the Lord by praying, “Lord, take [...]

Video: Lori Staggs promotes Understanding Racism Workshop

Lori Staggs, former Chair of Deacons, encourages Church of the Servant leaders and members to attend the Understanding Racism Workshop scheduled for March 11-13, 2010.  Watch her video message here.

Advent and Christmas Worship Services

December 13, Sunday, Advent III
8:30 & 11:00AM:  A Song of Joy
Zephaniah 3:14-20; Luke 3:7-18
Rev. Jack Roeda
December 13, Sunday, Advent III
6:00PM:  Lessons & Carols Service
A service of readings and songs following the hope of Christ from Genesis to Luke. The combination of scripture and song is simple, yet profound. The service [...]

Valet Parking on Sunday mornings

Starting December 13, there is VALET PARKING available for those who might need a little extra help or are worried about getting from the car and into the worship space.  Bear with us, we are learning as we go, so would love your input.  For now, drive your car up to the main door, we [...]

Congregational Meetings in December

There are three congregational meetings planned for December:
The first meeting on December 6, between the morning worship services, will introduce the 2010 church budget.  This budget has been approved by the Council, and is recommended to the congregation.  Council has again recommended a zero-increase overall in our expenses.  A summary of the budget was placed [...]

Update on Columbarium Study

The Columbarium Study Committee thanks all COS members who have shown an interest in establishing a Columbarium at Church of the Servant, those who have assisted in its promotion, pledged funds and are willing to purchase a niche. The committee, however, has postponed the project indefinitely due to the inability to raise sufficient funds to [...]