HANCOCK CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCHFebruary 15, 2026
Welcome to worship at Hancock CRC!Today is a day in which we worship the Lord, hear from His Word, and fellowship with His saints. After the service, please join us downstairs for refreshments and fellowship!
GREETING: Gary and Lois Strei Next Sunday: John-D and Tiffany Muller
REFRESHMENTS: Gary and Lois Strei Next Sunday: John-D and Tiffany Muller
USHER: Don Boon Next Sunday: John Ver Steeg
NURSERY: Aria Evink Next Sunday: Emilee Evink
LIBRARIAN for February: Cheryl Walton
CHURCH CALENDAR: TODAY, Sunday, February 15, 10:00 A.M.: Pastor David will lead the Morning Worship Service. John and Glenna Ver Steeg will lead Praise Time. The special offering will be for the Future Building Improvement Fund.
11:00 A.M.: Sunday School (Preschool-1 st Grade 2 nd -5 th Grade)
11:15 A.M.: Catechism (6 th -8 th Grade 9 th -12 th Grade)
6:00 P.M.: Pastor David will lead the Evening Worship Service.
Wednesday, February 18, 6:30-7:00 A.M.: Weekly prayer meeting at church. All are welcome to join us in prayer! 3:15-5:00 P.M.: Kid Connection will meet. Our lesson will be “Daily Delivery” from Exodus 16 and Numbers 11:4-6. Rita Bolluyt has signed up for snack.
7:00 P.M.: Youth Group will meet.
7:00 P.M.: Men’s Bible Study will meet in the parsonage basement. We’ll be studying Lesson 6: “Faith That Works,” from James 2:14- 19.
Thursday, February 19, 6:00 P.M.: Valentine’s Supper at Buddies. Everyone is invited—married and singles alike! Please sign up in the narthex by February 15 if you are interested.
Saturday, February 21, 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.: Game Day at church. This will be a time of fellowship. Please bring games to play and snacks to eat. Lunch will be provided. Come and go as you please.
Next Sunday, February 22, 10:00 A.M.: Pastor David will lead the Morning Worship Service. The special offering will be for the SCMC Courage Cottage.
11:00 A.M.: Sunday School (Preschool-1 st Grade 2 nd -5 th Grade)
11:15 A.M.: Catechism (6 th -8 th Grade 9 th -12 th Grade)
6:00 P.M.: Pastor David will lead the Evening Worship Service.
OUR CHURCH FAMILY: Please continue to pray for Dak Foss, Darrell Walton, Dave Evink, Merlin Koerner, Jim Lonneman, Gary Wubben, the elderly, those with ongoing health issues, and those grieving the loss of loved ones.
BIRTHDAYS: February 19: Rose Barthel, Janelle Daberkow February 20: Preston Feucht, Payton Feuct February 21: Brian Bolluyt
Upcoming Special Offerings:
March 1 – Church Education
March 8 – Denominational Ministry Shares
March 15 – Future Building Improvement Fund
March 22 – Benevolent Fund
REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS: Valentine’s Supper: Everyone is invited—married and singles alike—to a Valentine’s Supper at Buddies on February 19, at 6:00pm. Please sign up in the narthex by today if you are interested!
A signup sheet for Kid Connection snacks has been placed in the narthex if you are able to help in this way. Thank you!
Focus on the Cross - Lent is a season to focus on the hope of Jesus Christ. Receive a free Today devotional email series to help you refresh, refocus, and renew your faith during Lent. Or download the ebook! Subscribe at todaydevotional.com/lent.
Schedule for March 2026
Monday, March 2, 9:00 A.M.: Music Committee meeting.
Thursday, March 5, 10:00 A.M.: Ladies’ Bible Study will meet. We’ll be studying Lesson 1: The Shalom Vision: God Establishes the Foundation.
Saturday, March 7: Classis Lake Superior will meet. More details to follow.
Tuesday, March 10, 7:00 P.M.: Council will meet. Randy Evink will serve refreshments.
Wednesday, March 11, 7:00 P.M.: Prayer Day Service.
Thursday, March 19, 7:00 P.M.: Worship Committee will meet.
Council Highlights
1. The February Council meeting was held on February 10, 2026.
2. Pastor David gave a report on his work and visits. Council asks that you keep Pastor David and his family in your prayers.
3. The Treasurer’s Report for January was reviewed and approved.
4. Pastor David led Officebearer Training, focusing on the responsibilities of both elders and deacons.
5. Council updated the policies regarding the Fellowship Committee and the Education Director. Copies of the new policies have been put into your mailboxes.
6. Council prepared Hancock CRC’s credentials for the upcoming Classis meeting.
7. The next Council meeting will take place on March 10, 2026.
MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE 10:00 A.M.
COME! LET US WORSHIP!
Call to Worship: Revelation 5:11-14
Silent Prayer & Response #625 “Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” Lord, listen to your children praying, Lord, send your Spirit in this place Lord, listen to your children praying, send us love, send us power, send us grace!
*Pastor: People of God, from where does your help come?
*Cong: Our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of Heaven and Earth.
*God’s Greeting * Praise Time: (All songs in P&W Book): #201 “Spirit of the Living God,” #144 “There is a Redeemer,” #30 “Lamb of God”
LET US CONFESS OUR FAITH AND PRAY TO THE LORD
Assurance of Pardon: John 1:29
Confession of Faith: Canons of Dort, MPOD 1, Art. 6 (PH, pg. 927)
Congregational Prayer
LET US PRESENT OUR OFFERINGS TO GOD
Offerings: 1. General Fund 2. Future Building Improvement Fund
LET US OPEN OUR HEARTS TO THE WORD OF GOD
*Hymn of Preparation: #110 “The LORD unto My Lord Has Said”
Prayer of Illumination
Scripture Reading: Mark 12:35-37 (pg. 1009)
Sermon: Who Is The Christ?
Prayer of Application
GO! LET US DEPART TO SERVE IN JOY AND PEACE!
*Hymn of Response: #412 “Jesus Shall Reign”
*Benediction
*Doxology: #638 “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
*Those who are able, please stand
AM Sermon Notes
Scripture: Mark 12:35-37
Sermon: Who is the Christ?
Theme: Jesus, the Christ, is both David’s son and Lord.
I. The Teaching of the Scribes (v. 35)
A. Who were the scribes?
B. ‘Christ’ is a title meaning ‘Anointed One,’ or ______________.
1. It was clear from _______ that the Christ was a son of David.
a. 2 Samuel 7:14:
b. Isaiah 11:1:
c. Jeremiah 23:5:
C. If the scribes were right about that, why does Jesus say they’re wrong?
II. The Declaration of David (v. 36)
A. Jesus quotes from ___________ 110:1.
B. David’s declaration was _________________.
1. 2 Peter 1:21: men spoke from God…
2. 2 Tim. 3:16: all Scripture is breathed out by God.
3. What is verbal plenary inspiration?
C. David’s declaration proved the Christ was _______ than him.
1. The Christ will sit at the ______ hand of God.
2. The Christ will be in complete _________ over his enemies.
a. How were these partially true of David?
3. David refers to the Christ as my _________. Who is greater?
III. The Identity of Jesus (v. 37)
A. In this talk about the Christ, Jesus was talking about __________.
B. How is Jesus David’s son?
1. He _____________ from the line of David (Matt. 1, Luke 3).
C. How is Jesus David’s Lord?
1. At Jesus’ __________, he sat at God’s right hand (Acts 2:34).
2. At Jesus’ ______, he will triumph over his enemies (Rev. 19).
a. His name: ________ of kings and ________ of lords.
3. Do you believe that Jesus is the Christ?
EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE 6:00 P.M.
Prayer of Invocation
Song Service
Time of Sharing Prayer Requests
Congregational Prayer
*Hymn: #438 “When Morning Gilds the Sky”
Prayer of Illumination
Scripture: Luke 4:14-21 (pg. 1021)
Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 12 (PH, pg. 873)
Sermon: The Offices of Christ
Prayer of Application
*Hymn of Response: #555 “Lead On, O King Eternal”
*Benediction
*Doxology: #620 (st. 3) “By the Sea of Crystal”
PM Sermon Notes
Scripture: Luke 4:14-21
Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 12
Sermon: The Offices of Christ
I. The Offices of the Christ
A. Come from the Anointing of the Holy Spirit
1. Jesus was anointed at his ______________.
2. To be set apart, or ______________ for a certain task.
B. Prophet
1. The role of a prophet was to pass on God’s _________.
2. How did Jesus fulfill this role (Heb. 1:1-2 John 1:18)?
C. Priest
1. The role of a priest was to make ____________ and _______.
2. How did Jesus fulfill this role (Heb. 7-10, 7:25)?
D. King
1. The role of a king was to _________ and _______ his people.
2. How did Jesus fulfill this role (John 14:15, 10:28)?
II. The Offices of the Christian
A. We __________ in the anointing of Christ.
1. How does Psalm 133 help us understand this idea?
2. We are the _______, and Christ is our _______.
B. Prophet
1. We ___________ the name of Christ.
a. What are some ways we can do this?
C. Priest
1. We give the sacrifice of _________.
a. What are some ways we can do this?
2. We ________ for others.
D. King
1. We ________ against sin and the devil (Gal 5:24 Eph. 6).
a. What are some ways we can do this?
2. We are going to ________ with Christ (2 Tim. 2:12).
Welcome to worship at Hancock CRC!Today is a day in which we worship the Lord, hear from His Word, and fellowship with His saints. After the service, please join us downstairs for refreshments and fellowship!
GREETING: Gary and Lois Strei Next Sunday: John-D and Tiffany Muller
REFRESHMENTS: Gary and Lois Strei Next Sunday: John-D and Tiffany Muller
USHER: Don Boon Next Sunday: John Ver Steeg
NURSERY: Aria Evink Next Sunday: Emilee Evink
LIBRARIAN for February: Cheryl Walton
CHURCH CALENDAR: TODAY, Sunday, February 15, 10:00 A.M.: Pastor David will lead the Morning Worship Service. John and Glenna Ver Steeg will lead Praise Time. The special offering will be for the Future Building Improvement Fund.
11:00 A.M.: Sunday School (Preschool-1 st Grade 2 nd -5 th Grade)
11:15 A.M.: Catechism (6 th -8 th Grade 9 th -12 th Grade)
6:00 P.M.: Pastor David will lead the Evening Worship Service.
Wednesday, February 18, 6:30-7:00 A.M.: Weekly prayer meeting at church. All are welcome to join us in prayer! 3:15-5:00 P.M.: Kid Connection will meet. Our lesson will be “Daily Delivery” from Exodus 16 and Numbers 11:4-6. Rita Bolluyt has signed up for snack.
7:00 P.M.: Youth Group will meet.
7:00 P.M.: Men’s Bible Study will meet in the parsonage basement. We’ll be studying Lesson 6: “Faith That Works,” from James 2:14- 19.
Thursday, February 19, 6:00 P.M.: Valentine’s Supper at Buddies. Everyone is invited—married and singles alike! Please sign up in the narthex by February 15 if you are interested.
Saturday, February 21, 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.: Game Day at church. This will be a time of fellowship. Please bring games to play and snacks to eat. Lunch will be provided. Come and go as you please.
Next Sunday, February 22, 10:00 A.M.: Pastor David will lead the Morning Worship Service. The special offering will be for the SCMC Courage Cottage.
11:00 A.M.: Sunday School (Preschool-1 st Grade 2 nd -5 th Grade)
11:15 A.M.: Catechism (6 th -8 th Grade 9 th -12 th Grade)
6:00 P.M.: Pastor David will lead the Evening Worship Service.
OUR CHURCH FAMILY: Please continue to pray for Dak Foss, Darrell Walton, Dave Evink, Merlin Koerner, Jim Lonneman, Gary Wubben, the elderly, those with ongoing health issues, and those grieving the loss of loved ones.
BIRTHDAYS: February 19: Rose Barthel, Janelle Daberkow February 20: Preston Feucht, Payton Feuct February 21: Brian Bolluyt
Upcoming Special Offerings:
March 1 – Church Education
March 8 – Denominational Ministry Shares
March 15 – Future Building Improvement Fund
March 22 – Benevolent Fund
REQUESTED ANNOUNCEMENTS: Valentine’s Supper: Everyone is invited—married and singles alike—to a Valentine’s Supper at Buddies on February 19, at 6:00pm. Please sign up in the narthex by today if you are interested!
A signup sheet for Kid Connection snacks has been placed in the narthex if you are able to help in this way. Thank you!
Focus on the Cross - Lent is a season to focus on the hope of Jesus Christ. Receive a free Today devotional email series to help you refresh, refocus, and renew your faith during Lent. Or download the ebook! Subscribe at todaydevotional.com/lent.
Schedule for March 2026
Monday, March 2, 9:00 A.M.: Music Committee meeting.
Thursday, March 5, 10:00 A.M.: Ladies’ Bible Study will meet. We’ll be studying Lesson 1: The Shalom Vision: God Establishes the Foundation.
Saturday, March 7: Classis Lake Superior will meet. More details to follow.
Tuesday, March 10, 7:00 P.M.: Council will meet. Randy Evink will serve refreshments.
Wednesday, March 11, 7:00 P.M.: Prayer Day Service.
Thursday, March 19, 7:00 P.M.: Worship Committee will meet.
Council Highlights
1. The February Council meeting was held on February 10, 2026.
2. Pastor David gave a report on his work and visits. Council asks that you keep Pastor David and his family in your prayers.
3. The Treasurer’s Report for January was reviewed and approved.
4. Pastor David led Officebearer Training, focusing on the responsibilities of both elders and deacons.
5. Council updated the policies regarding the Fellowship Committee and the Education Director. Copies of the new policies have been put into your mailboxes.
6. Council prepared Hancock CRC’s credentials for the upcoming Classis meeting.
7. The next Council meeting will take place on March 10, 2026.
MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE 10:00 A.M.
COME! LET US WORSHIP!
Call to Worship: Revelation 5:11-14
Silent Prayer & Response #625 “Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” Lord, listen to your children praying, Lord, send your Spirit in this place Lord, listen to your children praying, send us love, send us power, send us grace!
*Pastor: People of God, from where does your help come?
*Cong: Our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of Heaven and Earth.
*God’s Greeting * Praise Time: (All songs in P&W Book): #201 “Spirit of the Living God,” #144 “There is a Redeemer,” #30 “Lamb of God”
LET US CONFESS OUR FAITH AND PRAY TO THE LORD
Assurance of Pardon: John 1:29
Confession of Faith: Canons of Dort, MPOD 1, Art. 6 (PH, pg. 927)
Congregational Prayer
LET US PRESENT OUR OFFERINGS TO GOD
Offerings: 1. General Fund 2. Future Building Improvement Fund
LET US OPEN OUR HEARTS TO THE WORD OF GOD
*Hymn of Preparation: #110 “The LORD unto My Lord Has Said”
Prayer of Illumination
Scripture Reading: Mark 12:35-37 (pg. 1009)
Sermon: Who Is The Christ?
Prayer of Application
GO! LET US DEPART TO SERVE IN JOY AND PEACE!
*Hymn of Response: #412 “Jesus Shall Reign”
*Benediction
*Doxology: #638 “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
*Those who are able, please stand
AM Sermon Notes
Scripture: Mark 12:35-37
Sermon: Who is the Christ?
Theme: Jesus, the Christ, is both David’s son and Lord.
I. The Teaching of the Scribes (v. 35)
A. Who were the scribes?
B. ‘Christ’ is a title meaning ‘Anointed One,’ or ______________.
1. It was clear from _______ that the Christ was a son of David.
a. 2 Samuel 7:14:
b. Isaiah 11:1:
c. Jeremiah 23:5:
C. If the scribes were right about that, why does Jesus say they’re wrong?
II. The Declaration of David (v. 36)
A. Jesus quotes from ___________ 110:1.
B. David’s declaration was _________________.
1. 2 Peter 1:21: men spoke from God…
2. 2 Tim. 3:16: all Scripture is breathed out by God.
3. What is verbal plenary inspiration?
C. David’s declaration proved the Christ was _______ than him.
1. The Christ will sit at the ______ hand of God.
2. The Christ will be in complete _________ over his enemies.
a. How were these partially true of David?
3. David refers to the Christ as my _________. Who is greater?
III. The Identity of Jesus (v. 37)
A. In this talk about the Christ, Jesus was talking about __________.
B. How is Jesus David’s son?
1. He _____________ from the line of David (Matt. 1, Luke 3).
C. How is Jesus David’s Lord?
1. At Jesus’ __________, he sat at God’s right hand (Acts 2:34).
2. At Jesus’ ______, he will triumph over his enemies (Rev. 19).
a. His name: ________ of kings and ________ of lords.
3. Do you believe that Jesus is the Christ?
EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE 6:00 P.M.
Prayer of Invocation
Song Service
Time of Sharing Prayer Requests
Congregational Prayer
*Hymn: #438 “When Morning Gilds the Sky”
Prayer of Illumination
Scripture: Luke 4:14-21 (pg. 1021)
Heidelberg Catechism: Lord’s Day 12 (PH, pg. 873)
Sermon: The Offices of Christ
Prayer of Application
*Hymn of Response: #555 “Lead On, O King Eternal”
*Benediction
*Doxology: #620 (st. 3) “By the Sea of Crystal”
PM Sermon Notes
Scripture: Luke 4:14-21
Heidelberg Catechism, Lord’s Day 12
Sermon: The Offices of Christ
I. The Offices of the Christ
A. Come from the Anointing of the Holy Spirit
1. Jesus was anointed at his ______________.
2. To be set apart, or ______________ for a certain task.
B. Prophet
1. The role of a prophet was to pass on God’s _________.
2. How did Jesus fulfill this role (Heb. 1:1-2 John 1:18)?
C. Priest
1. The role of a priest was to make ____________ and _______.
2. How did Jesus fulfill this role (Heb. 7-10, 7:25)?
D. King
1. The role of a king was to _________ and _______ his people.
2. How did Jesus fulfill this role (John 14:15, 10:28)?
II. The Offices of the Christian
A. We __________ in the anointing of Christ.
1. How does Psalm 133 help us understand this idea?
2. We are the _______, and Christ is our _______.
B. Prophet
1. We ___________ the name of Christ.
a. What are some ways we can do this?
C. Priest
1. We give the sacrifice of _________.
a. What are some ways we can do this?
2. We ________ for others.
D. King
1. We ________ against sin and the devil (Gal 5:24 Eph. 6).
a. What are some ways we can do this?
2. We are going to ________ with Christ (2 Tim. 2:12).
