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The Hereford Community Church celebrated Easter Sunday with a sunrise service. The scripture for the day was Mark 16:1-7. Pastor Opdycke told about Simon Peter Even through Peter denied that he knew Jesus, he repented and was forgiven. Peter went on to establish the Christian church. The Prairie Songbirds choir performed the Easter cantata “In Christ Alone.” The members of the choir were: Kathy Zitek, Karel Smock, Jan and Steve Hauer, Carol Opdycke, Shirley Hall, Terri Jewell, Rita Joh...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Shirley Hall played “The Palms” on the organ. Pastor Opdycke told about Palm Sunday by referring to the palm of your hand. Each person’s palm print is unique. Just like fingerprints, palm prints can be used for identification. She pointed out that Jesus worked with his hands. He did miracles with his hands. The sermon topic for the day was “Two Witnesses.” The first witness she spoke about was Simon from Cyrene who was chosen to carry th...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Anita Hartinger told about “Common Core” which is a new educational system that will be introduced for the 2014-2015 school term. Everyone needs to get informed about this new system. The sermon topic was “Two Criminals.” The first was Barabbas, the terrorist and murderer who the Jews asked to have released rather than Jesus. The second was the thief on the cross who rebuked those making fun of Jesus. Both men sinned, but only the thi...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Carol Opdycke read “Jerusalem Obituaries 33 A.D.” The sermon topic was “The Governor and His Wife.” As we approach Easter Sunday, Pastor Opdycke has been focusing on those people who played a key role. This week the focus in on Pontius Pilate and his wife. Pilate was the Roman governor appointed by the emperor of Rome to rule over the southern part of Israel. The Jewish leaders brought Jesus before Pilate asking for the death sentenc...
The Senior Citizen organization at this time will be taking a years break from having potluck luncheons. We would like to thank all of those who have participated in the activities which were offered. The Senior Citizen Coordinators For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Kathy Zitek told about the soldier boxes that would be filled later that day. Pastor Opdycke’s sermon title was “The Betrayer” who was Judas Iscariot from the tribe of Judah. He was greedy and a thief, but J...
There was no church at Hereford last Sunday due to the blowing snow. Next week there will be a potluck dinner following the morning worship service then boxes will be filled to send to soldiers. For a list of suggestions for items to put in the boxes see the Hereford Community Church page on Facebook. Submit your community news: 307-246-3763....
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Steve Hauer sang “To Forgive.” Pastor Opdycke began teaching on the seven deadly sins. The sermon title this week was “A Foolish and Dangerous Place” referring to the first deadly sin which is pride. Pride is defined as conceit or haughtiness. Pastor Opdycke used the story of Haman from the book of Ester to illustrate. Haman was filled with pride, but it caused him to lose his life. The book of Proverbs states that pride goeth before...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Rosalyn Reifschneider read the lyrics for the song “Jesus Loves The Little Children.” The sermon topic was “Love of Family.” Pastor Opdycke focused on parents. There are many scriptures that deal with the relationship between parents and children. Solomon contrasts the behavior of children in the Proverbs. Relationships in the family can bring joy or grief. The Holy Spirit has the power to overcome the grief to bring joy when you loo...
At the Hereford Community Church this week Leonard Wiggin read a story called “Options.” The sermon topic was “Human Nature.” We are all born with a sin nature. Jesus came as a human to shed his blood for our sin to bring us to God. When someone accepts Jesus’ sacrifice the Holy Spirit comes to live within him and the Holy Spirit has the power to overcome human nature. God gave us the Ten Commandments to show us how to live, and the Holy Spirit gives us the power to obey. Disobedience and decei...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Steve Hauer sang “What Sin?” The sermon title was “Peace and Joy.” There are many scriptures that talk about peace and joy. Jesus is the Lord of peace. When you are in His will and obey His word you can have His personal peace in your life. The joy that comes from knowing Jesus will help you through the hard times. Joy brings happiness, and you can choose to be happy. People can see when you are happy because happiness makes you smile....
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Shirley Hall played “God of Grace” on the piano. The sermon topic was “Grace.” Pastor Opdycke defined grace as the loving kindness of Jesus. The scripture reference was Ephesians 2:1-10. God has enough grace to solve every dilemma. Pastor Opdycke gave stories which demonstrate the grace of God. Next week the sermon topic will be “Peace and Joy.” Check out the new Hereford Community Church page on Facebook. Go to Facebook.co...
The Hereford Community Church held its first quarterly meeting of the year before the worship service on Sunday. General business matters were discussed. An upcoming date to put on your calendar is March 3, when boxes will be filled to send to soldiers and a potluck dinner will be held. The church will be getting a Facebook page where people can check for upcoming events and church news. The Prairie Songbirds will be practicing for their Easter cantata soon. New choir members are always...
The January Senior Citizen community potluck luncheon will be held on Friday, Jan. 18, at 12:15 p.m. at the Grover Senior Center. Everyone 55 and older are welcome to attend. Come and join in the fun with your friends and family. Andy Lopez will be giving a presentation on medicare fraud. For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Carol Opdycke read “Explain God” written by an 8-year-old boy for a class assignment. The sermon topic was “Jesus.” It is hard for our human minds t...
Happy New Year everyone! For the special the last Sunday of the year Kathy Zitek read from “Our Daily Bread” an item written by the owner of Hobby Lobby who wants to establish a museum of the Bible, then she told about the song “Peace In The Valley” and read the verse and sang the refrain. Pastor Opdycke gave a new year’s resolution that will make things better in 2013 — “DO IT.” The sermon title was “Jesus, the Prophet.” Many times in the Bible Jesus was referred to as The Prophet that was to...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Steve Hauer read “What About Joseph?” Pastor Opdycke’s sermon title was “No Room.” The scripture from Luke 2:5-7 tells us that there was no room for Mary and Joseph at the inn. The inn keeper missed Christmas because he was too busy. Matthew 2:1-18 tells about King Herod. When the wise men came to the king to ask about the newborn King of the Jews, King Herod missed Christmas because he was fearful of loosing his throne. We do not want...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Paula Copeland signed “Joy To The World.” Pastor Opdycke taught about Mary and Joseph. Luke 1:26-36 tells the story of Mary. Mary was a young Jewish girl who God chose to be the mother of Jesus. Matthew 1:18-25 tells about Joseph who God chose to be the earthly father of Jesus. Pastor Opdycke told a little about the Jewish custom for marriage. First there was a one year engagement period during which the couple were not together. It was...
The Hereford Community Church was decorated for Christmas before the morning service. For the special Shirley Wiggin read an article from the North Weld Herald about being thankful. There are many prophecies about Jesus in the Bible. Pastor Opdycke told about a few of those prophecies regarding when Jesus would be born, where Jesus would be born and what his name would be. Next week the sermon topic will be "God Became a Baby."...
The Hereford Community Church was decorated for Christmas before the morning service. For the special Shirley Wiggin read an article from the North Weld Herald about being thankful. There are many prophecies about Jesus in the Bible. Pastor Opdycke told about a few of those prophecies regarding when Jesus would be born, where Jesus would be born and what his name would be. Next week the sermon topic will be “God Became a Baby.” Submit your community news: 307-246-3763....
The next Senior Citizen potluck luncheon will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 12:15 p.m. at the Senior Center. The Smocks will be providing the entertainment. Anyone 55 or older is invited to attend. Come and enjoy the fellowship with your friends and neighbors. Submit your community news to 970-895-2497 or email it to [email protected]....
They celebrated Thanksgiving this week at the Hereford Community Church. For the special Karel Smock told about Thanksgiving. Pastor Opdycke’s theme was “Thanksgiving” and she stressed that the United States is the only country in the world where the people have liberty. She read Psalm 100, which is the Thanksgiving psalm. She told about the pilgrims and the hardships they faced before, during, and after their trip on the Mayflower ship and landing on the coast of Massachusetts. Then Anita...
They celebrated Veteran’s Day at the Hereford Community Church and veterans were honored. For the special Roger Copeland read a story about WWII veteran Eddie Rickenbacker. The scripture for the day was Proverbs 14:34 “Righteousness exalteth a nation; but sin is a reproach to any people.” Pastor Opdycke also gave the story of King Hezekiah from 2 Kings Chapter 20. How does this relate to America? America has been a great nation blessed by God because America has been a Christian nation and h...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Carolyn Ragsdale read an article called “Something New” from the Tales From The O-NO Ranch by Mad Jack Hanks. Pastor Opdycke’s message was titled “Redeem The Time.” We all have the same amount of time each day. Many places in the scriptures tell us to use our time wisely. Time is our most valuable procession and should not be wasted. Spending time with the Lord should be our top priority. Beginning our day with Bible reading and praye...
For the special this week at the Hereford Community Church Pastor Carol Opdycke read a story from the Guidepost Mysterious Ways. Her sermon title was “Listen.” This was the last of her sermons on the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit listens to us when we pray, and we need to listen to the Holy Spirit. When we feel the prompting of the Holy Spirit to do or say something, we need to obey. Deuteronomy 28 lists all the blessings people will receive if they obey the teachings of the Lord. The Holy Spi...
