This document contains a prayer request sheet from a church asking congregants to list any prayer needs. It then lists several ongoing prayer requests including for healing, cancer treatment, diagnosis, the homebound, and missionaries. The document also announces upcoming youth group meetings and provides the church directory listing contact information for pastoral staff.

1. We welcome your prayer requests! Please
list requests below, tear off this sheet and
put it in the offering plate today.
For Bulletin & Prayer Chain(prefer requests be for
attendees, family & close friends.)
Keep request confidential - to be shared with prayer
partners, staff and board only.
Your Name: ____________________________
Request: ______________________________
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Please pray…
t for healing for Larry Rees who is still
recovering from surgery and several infections
at Spectrum Butterworth - pray that he can be
released to Freedom Inn soon;
t for healing for Larry Pete who is now
receiving care at Freedom Inn in Holland;
t for total healing from cancer for Tobin Crook
and John Feyereisen;
t for God’s presence and peace for Beth
Brink’s brother-in-law, Al, during diagnosis for
possible cancer;
t for our homebound including Ray Reidsma,
Kay Everett & Ida Mae TerBeek;
t for our Prayer Families of the week: Eloy,
Patty & Trent Ramos, Larry & Angie Rees, Ray
Reidsma, Allen & Ethel Riemersma, and Jay,
Cara, Sophia, Trip & Nick Riemersma;
t for our GGF sister church of the week: Volney
Bible Church in Bitely, Pastor Jeff Shirley;
t for our Grace Missionaries: Kennedy &
Sophia Simtowe, serving with GMI in
Zimbabwe.
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YOUTH GROUPS:
There will be no Sr. High Youth Group tonight due to the concert at Celebration
Bible Church. Jr. High will be meeting on Wednesday for a challenging lesson,
games, fellowship and food! Invite a friend to join you!
JUNIOR HIGH FOR GRADES 6-8
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 pm
SENIOR HIGH FOR GRADES 9-12
Sundays 6:00-8:00 pm
Our Worship Center is looped with a t-coil for hearing aids.
PPARKSIDEARKSIDE BBIBLEIBLE MMINISTRYINISTRY TTEAMEAM::
Lead Pastor: Gary Spykerman - 616-990-8431 (parksidegs@sbcglobal.net)
Interim Youth Director - Tyler Cook (parksidetyler@att.net)
Worship Arts Director - Allyssa Thompson (parksideallyssa@sbcglobal.net)
Church Secretary - Judy Timmer - 399-4410 (parksidejudy@sbcglobal.net)
Buildings & Grounds Upkeep - Rex DeBoer & Dale Bronsink
Elder of the Week - Jay Riemersma – 616-217-6631
Deacon of the Week - Randy Arendsen - 772-2159
Parkside Bible Church
14461 James Street, Holland, MI 49424 616-399-4410
www.parksidebibleholland.org
Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/parksidebibleholland
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Series: Galatians
“Persecutors to Proclaimers”
Gal. 1:18-24
LDGN SERVICE PROJECT
Ladies Dinner & Game Night is hosting an outreach project for the month of
April. They are asking for donations to OAR (Ottagan Addictions Recovery)
which has brought hope & healing from addiction to families in West Michigan
through Harbor House for women and Chester Ray for men. Each house
provides 90 day housing for 12-15 residents and provides intensive treatment
& support to those facing substance addiction, offering a safe, secure and
structured environment. Items in need include: toothbrushes and tooth-
paste, shampoo and conditioner, bar soap, lotions, journals and spiral
notebooks for the residents and non-perishable food, toilet paper, paper
towels and laundry detergent for the homes. Items can be put on the
table located near the Women’s Ministry Counter through next Sunday.
If you have questions, please talk to Linn Bradfield.
April 23, 2017
“Passionately Pursuing Jesus Christ
Within Community”
JR. & SR. HIGH YOUTH ARE INVITED TO CELEBRATION
BIBLE CHUCH TONIGHT FOR A CONCERT AND COMBINED
YOUTH GROUP NIGHT. THE BAND IS “CHOSEN DUST.”
MEET AT PARKSIDE AT 5:20 PM AS WE WILL BE LEAVING
THE CHURCH AT 5:30 SHARP AND WILL RETURN AROUND
8:45 PM. THERE IS NO COST TO ATTEND. SEE TYLER
OR COURTNEY COOK IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.
Thank you, Lila Diemer, for taking over as Coordinator
for Parkside’s Library. We are going back to checking
out books for 2 week intervals. The library is manned
before and after church every Sunday. If no one is in
the library and you would like to borrow a book, please
remove the card from the back of the book, sign it, date stamp it for 2
weeks out and leave it on the counter in the library. Questions, see Lila.
Special Guests Milo & Raquel Seravalli from Nicaragua serving with GMI
in Costa Rica and their Pastor Alonso Cabezas & Silvia, from the first grace
church established in Costa Rica.

2. New to Parkside Bible Church?
WE ARE HAPPY TO HAVE YOU WITH US TODAY!
PLEASE FILL OUT THE INFORMATION BELOW, TEAR
IT OFF AND TAKE IT TO THE WELCOME CENTER
LOCATED IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL TO RECEIVE
YOUR GIFT & WELCOME PACKET OR PUT IT IN THE
OFFERING PLATE TODAY.
Date: _____________________
Name(s) ______________________________________
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______________________________________
City/State/Zip _________________________________
Phone: ______________________________________
Email Address: ________________________________
Check if this is your first visit to Parkside
I/We have been attending since: __________________
Did someone invite you to Parkside? Yes No
Guest of: _________________________________
Circle all ages or grades for you and your family attending:
Preschool: 0 1 2 3 4 5
Children: K 1 2 3 4 5 6
High School 7 8 9 10 11 12
Adults: College-Age/Young Adult 25-35
36-50 51-65 66+
New to the Area? Yes No
I would like information about the following:
General Church Information Nursery Care
Men’s Ministries Women’s Ministries
Youth Ministries Music Ministries
Volunteer Opportunities
How to become a Christian
Request call or visit from the Pastor
Would you like us to pray for you in any special way?
Please list any prayer requests on back of this tear-off.
Thank you!
ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY
Ushers: Barry, Luke & Nick Dekker, Brennen Fogerty Sub: Doug Dibkey
Before Church Greeters: Gary & Andrea Russ
After Church Greeters: Vaughn VandenBrink, Brian Mokma
Welcome Center: Bob & Annette Stone Library: Ginny Tennant
Infant Nursery (10:00 am Birth-Age 2): Janet & Olivia Lesher
Children’s Church (Dismissed from Service-Age 3-K): Gwen Klemm and Family
Children’s Worship Experience (Dismissed from Service-1st-4th Grade): Ted & Doris Van Deusen
Financial Team: Vaughn VandenBrink, Randy Arendsen, Jim DeFrell, Craig Dykstra
Prayer Partners: Mike Cooke, Larry Fishell, Paul Russcher
ASSISTING IN WORSHIP NEXT SUNDAY
Ushers: Mike & Aaron Cooke, Russ Hoek, Don DeJonge Sub: Jim DeFrell
Before Church Greeters: Vonnie Bazan, Ronda Woldring
After Church Greeters: Dale Bronsink, Randy Arendsen
Welcome Center: Dale & Donna Bronsink Library: Lila Diemer
Infant Nursery (10:00 am Birth-Age 2): Dawn VandenBrink, Makynna Crook
Children’s Church (Dismissed from Service-Age 3-K): KT Manifold, Moira Fogerty, Sarah TenHarmsel
Children’s Worship Experience (Dismissed from Service-1st-4th Grade): Ted & Doris VanDeusen
Financial Team: Kurt Postma, Ted Van Deusen, Scott Miles, Doug Poynter
Prayer Partners: Jay Riemersma, Doug Dibkey, Eloy Ramos
Caring and Sharing
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY The final session of the study of “Ruth &
Esther” will be held at the church from 6:30-8:00 p.m. this Thursday.
Contact Sue or Cheryl Tooke with any questions.
CHURCH GROUNDS CLEANUP! Thank you to all who helped
with yard cleanup yesterday! This coming Saturday, April 29, we
will be spreading mulch and could use your help! Be at the church
at 8:00 a.m. with shovels and rakes if you have them. We are
usually done within 2 hours. Please let Rex know if you can help
with the mulch spreading this Saturday - 616-566-1807 or email
deboerrp@hotmail.com.
KIDS GAMES HELPERS NEEDED If you have already signed
up to help with Kids Games or if you are interested in helping or
finding out more about the program, please plan to attend a special
meeting after church in the board room next Sunday, April 30.
Other meetings will be held on May 21 and June 4. We are in
need of Bible teachers, helpers and track owners such as cheer-
leading, dance, etc. Kids Games is scheduled for June 12-16 from
9:30-12:30 p.m. at Rose Park Christian School. If you have
questions, please call Phyllis Vanderbilt at 772-4119 or email
phyllis.vanderbilt@yfai.com.
PARKSIDE BOOK COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB For the month of
April, we are reading “You Are What You Love” by James Smith.
Our night of discussion will be on Wednesday, May 3rd in the board
room from 7-8 p.m. Join us for a great time of study and discussion.
3 G’s Ladies, join the God’s Gifted Gals group on Friday, May 5, at
6:30 p.m. for great fellowship. Bring a craft to work on or just relax
in the company of other ladies! Questions, contact Kari DeBoer at
566-2364.
BIRTHDAYS
4/23 Brennen Fogerty
4/27 Rex DeBoer
4/28 Pat Fieldhouse
ANNIVERSARIES
4/26 Pastor Gary & Sue Spykerman
Tonight 5:30 pm Youth Concert at Celebration Bible Church
Tonight 6:00 pm NO Sr. High Youth Group
Tonight 6:00 pm “Marriage Enrichment” Series
Tues. 11:30 am Prayer for church attendees & needs - All invited
Wed. 6:30 am Men’s Morning Group
Wed. 6:30 pm Jr. High Youth Group
Thurs. 6:30 pm Last Ladies Bible Study
Thurs. 8:00 pm Young Men’s Basketball
Sat. 8:00 am Church Yard Cleanup
Apr. 30 9:30 am Family Bible Hour - All Ages
Apr. 30 10:45 am Morning Worship Service
Apr. 30 12:15 pm Kids Games Informational Meeting
Apr. 30 6:00 pm Evening Marriage Enrichment
May 3 7:00 pm April Book Review
May 5 6:30 pm 3 G’s (God’s Gifted Gals)
TONIGHT 6:00-7:00 P.M.
Join us tonight as we continue our Marriage Enrichment
series by walking through Biblical principles taken from the
Love and Respect Conference led by Dr. Emerson Eggericks
and his wife, Sarah.

3. Super Seniors Ministry!!
(55 years & older)
Starting May 17
 Every Wednesday 10:30-12:30 p.m.
10:30-11:30 - Meet here at
Parkside;
11:30-12:30 - Lunch
 Fellowship, Bible Contact, Prayer, etc.
 Lunch will be at different locations each Wednesday.
 Join us for a great time of fellowship and building
community with each other.
Questions, contact Pastor Gary of Sue Spykerman.
The Secret Heart Sisters ministry is
excited to help support Women at Risk in
the month of May.
Everyone is invited to a Jewelry Party at
church on Monday evening, May 8, at
6:30 p.m. There will be a variety of items you can
purchase, such as jewelry, scarves, ornaments, purses,
etc. that are all made by these women at risk.
It’s a great time to pick up some Mother’s
Day gifts while supporting this women’s
program. Come and go as you please and
invite your friends! If you have questions,
contact Lisa Kimbel or Connie Bean.
SAVE THE
FOLLOWING DATES
FOR YOUR KIDS,
GRANDKIDS, AND
FRIENDS AGE 6-14:
JUNE 12-16 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM HELD
AT ROSE PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL!!
KIDS GAMES 2016
Family Bible Hour Adult Classes offered on
Sundays through May 14 at 9:30 a.m.
KEEPING YOUR FINANCIAL BOAT AFLOAT
Determine the strength of your “financial boat”, create a “map” for your finances, identify
& plug monetary “leaks,” and navigate the “rough seas” of sudden money problems,
with a goal to eventually reach a debt-free future. ~ Lead by Matthew Vander Plow &
Bryan Booker in Room A-3.
EXPLORE THE BOOK
We’ll be finishing up the last five books of the New Testament especially focusing on the
book of Revelation. ~ Lead by Pastor Gary Spykerman & Kurt Postma in Room S-1.
“IN THE DUST OF THE RABBI”
The disciples job was to bring His message of redemption to all the nations, Jew and
Gentile. Follow the rabbi as you explore what it meant to be the message of Jesus to all
nations with Ray VanderLaan’s video “That the World May Know, a Focus on the Family
Ministries. ~ Lead by John Tooke in Room A-2.
THE GRACE BY WHICH WE STAND
In this class, we will be discussing the setting aside of Israel’s program and the
beginning of the Body of Christ. ~ Lead by Harold Kimbel in Room A-1.
HOW DO WE STUDY THE BIBLE? (WOMEN’S CLASS)
We will be focusing on five ways to study the Bible. Join us for a great time
of learning and fellowship. ~ Lead by Sabrina Preikszas in Room F-1.
THE GATHERING - YOUNG ADULT CLASS
This will be a time for high school up to age 30 to gather and enjoy food, fellowship
and devotions. We will be discussing our identity in Christ and practical application
of our faith as well as taking time to connect as a group. ~ Lead by Tyler Cook &
Allyssa Thompson in Room F-2.

4. SERMON NOTES
April 23, 2017
Series: Galatians
Sermon: Persecutors to Proclaimers
Text: Gal. 1:18-24
 This is the work of ______________________
_____________________________ (1:18-20).
 He is _________________________________
______________________________________
(1:21-23).
 The Father gets all the ___________________
_______________________________(1:24).