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PRAYER MINISTRY
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful”.
All Christians understand that prayer is the starting place
for everything; sometimes we take the power of prayer for
granted. It lifts us up out of the chaos of the moment to a
different reality – where we connect with God and restoration
can happen. The prayer ministry at Hillside includes:
Prayer requests: Submit a prayer request using our online
request form or call the church office. Prayer request cards
are in the red attendance pads during worship or at the
seating area.
Prayer for people with ongoing medical concerns.
Prayer for people facing unexpected crisis events (physical,
spiritual, emotional, financial).
Prayer before surgery: Pastors and trained hospital volunteer
care ministers are available to pray with you and your family
before surgery or during hospitalization. Contact the church
or e-mail [email protected] with the date, time, and
hospital where you will be having your surgery. Due to
HIPPA regulations, the hospital will not inform the church of
your hospitalization.
Prayer during the worship services: Individuals are quietly in
prayer during each of our worship services who have been
trained to provide prayer support and come alongside the
minister at the end of the service as requested.
Prayer for Healing and Wholeness Services: These worship
services are focused on anointing for healing and restoration
of wholeness in our spiritual lives, physical bodies, and
emotional being. Holy Communion is observed.
Prayer for full-time missionaries connected to Hillside:
Harry McSween; Courtney Wilson-Sosa; Bryn Towner; Evan
DeYoung; Jessica Gettemy; Sarah Beecham; Holly Benton;
Corey Hayes; Caitlyn Richards Howe; Sara Schuenemeyer;
Jason, Karen, Sydney & Morgan Gosdin; Allee Rodenbaugh.
Covenant Prayer Team: An ongoing prayer team committed
to daily intercessory prayer for the prayer needs and
concerns of Hillside. They receive a confidential e-mail each
week from the CCM office.
“The prayer of a person living right with God is something
powerful to be reckoned with.”
James 5:16
JOY GROUP – AGE 55 & BETTER
St. Valentine’s Day Potluck Lunch and Entertainment
will take place on Tuesday, February 10 at 11:30 am in
Fellowship Hall. Join us for another delicious meal as the
JOY Group kicks off 2015. Bring a dish or dessert to share.
Guest speakers: Rev. Nelson and Lana Banegas.
MISSIONS & OUTREACH
Honduras Mission Trip Meeting: A meeting will take place
for those interested in the Agalta Valley mission trip to
Honduras June 6-13. Meet in Room 2301/2303 on Monday,
February 9 at 7:00 pm.
Homeless Collection: Tents, coats, propane, lanterns, stoves,
heaters/canisters, sleeping bags/pads, adult-sized bikes
(will do minor repairs), winter coats, gloves, hats, blankets,
candles, flashlights. Drop off donations in the church office.
MUST Ministries Food Pantry Needs: Jelly, canned fruit,
canned pasta (ravioli, Spaghettios, etc.)
WEEKLY CALENDAR AT A GLANCE
Sunday, February 8
5:00 pm Handbell Choir Rehearsals
Monday, February 9
9:30 am Mothers of Preschoolers
7:00 pm Stephen Ministry Meeting
Above & Beyond Rehearsal
Leadership Council Meeting
Honduras Mission Trip Meeting
8:00 pm College Age Ministry Fellowship Hall
Fellowship Hall
Music Suite
Fellowship Hall
Room 2301
Room 1016
Tuesday, February 10
11:30 am JOY Group Potluck Luncheon
1:00 pm Enrichment
7:00 pm XZone for Junior High Students
J12 for 6th Graders Men’s Golf Tournament Meeting
Fellowship Hall
Celebration Hall
The Rock
Room 2210
Wednesday, February 11
9:00 am Drop-In Nursery
1:00 pm Enrichment Program
5:00 pm Kids Choir Rehearsals Room 2001/2019
5:30 pm Academic Tutoring for Elementary Age
The Rock
6:30 pm Bible Adventures The Rock
Wednesday Worship Sanctuary
7:00 pm TNT for Senior High Celebration Hall
Thursday, February 12
1:00 pm Enrichment
7:00 pm Men’s Ministry Leadership Meeting
PRAYER REQUESTS
Teresa Harley
Bill Head
Jim VijandeLucy Blackwell
Friday, February 13
Beth Blank
Marcy Jenkins
9:00 am Drop-In Nursery
Clark Jacobs
Laura McGrew
1:00 pm Enrichment
Debbie Vermillion
2:00 pm Prayer Path
Sympathy
4:00 pm J12 Praise Band Rehearsal Debbie & Doug Thrasher on the death of Debbie’s mother.
Sunday, February 15
Jill Strickland and family on the death of her father, Norman
8:25 am Traditional Worship Crook Sr.
9:25 am Contemporary Worship 11:00 am Traditional Worship Contemporary Worship Multicultural Service in Spanish Prayer Path 12:15 pm Mexico Mission Trip Meeting
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Making Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ by Igniting Christ Centered Communit
THE HEART OF CONGREGRATIONAL CARE
Hillside United Methodist Church exists
to make disciples of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
by igniting Christ centered community
February 8, 2015
“STAND STRONG” MEN’S RETREAT
I am pleased to be sharing in the 2015 Hillside Men’s Retreat this weekend at beautiful Camp Glisson in Dahlonega.
Please pray for the more than 180 men gathered to “Stand Strong” in the Lord and in His might power.
Rev. Nelson Banegas will be preaching at the 8:25 am traditional worship service; Rev. Linda Evans will be preaching
at the 9:25 am and 11:00 am contemporary worship services; Denise Roberts, leader of our Women of Hillside ministry,
will be speaking at the 11:00 am traditional worship service; and Rev. Nelson Banegas will be preaching at our 11:00 am
multicultural worship service.
ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP FOR EVANGELICAL CHRISTIANS
Lent (derived from the Old English word for “lengthen,” as in the springtime lengthening of daylight) is a marvelous
time of spiritual new beginnings and echoes the call of John the Baptist to repent, that is turn around, and believe the
Good News. In the name and spirit of Jesus Christ, the historic Church offers an intentional invitation to believers
to get our hearts clean of sin and guilt, our lives re-centered on Jesus Christ and our daily priorities straight. Ash
Wednesday begins this ancient 40-day practice of intentional renewal in preparation for the celebration of Easter.
When I choose to have ashes imposed on my forehead in the sign of the cross I am making two statements. First, I
publically acknowledge and mourn the sin and brokenness of living far from God and, second, I unapologetically
allow myself to be marked as a follower of Jesus Christ and commit to take up my cross and follow Him. Do you
sense the meaningful symbolism?
Ashes were used in ancient times to express grief. Examples of the practice among Jews are found in several books of
the Bible, including Numbers 19:9,19:17, 2 Samuel 13:19, Esther 4:1, Job 42:3–6, Jeremiah 6:16, Daniel 9:3, Jonah 3:6, and
Hebrews 9:13. Jesus Himself spoke of the practice in Matthew 11:21 and Luke 10:13.
Early Christians continued the practice of using ashes as an external sign of repentance. Tertullian (c. 160 – c. 225), an
Early Church Father, said that confession of sin should be accompanied by lying in sackcloth and ashes.
Ash Wednesday derives its name from the practice of blessing ashes made from the previous year’s Palm Sunday
palm branches, and placing them on the heads of participants with the words “Remember that you are dust, and to
dust you shall return” (Genesis 3:19) and “Repent, and believe in the Gospel.” (Mark 1:15).
Wednesday, February 18 begins the 2015 journey of Lent with the Imposition of Ashes. Hillside’s Ash Wednesday
services will be held at noon and at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.
NEWCOMER ORIENTATION
Our next two-session Newcomer Orientation will be held on Sunday, March 8 from 2:00 pm until 4:30 pm and on
Sunday, March 15 from 9:25 am until 10:40 am. Learn more about the mission and ministry of Hillside and how you can
grow in the grace of God and show the love of God through our great Church.
For more information and to register, please contact Beth Federman, Director of Guest Services and Servant
Ministries, at [email protected].
DID YOU KNOW?
Our ministry plan for 2015 is $2,618,000, not including mission giving which totaled $297,000 in 2014.
At this writing, our year-to-date ministry offering is 93% of projected giving.
We have a $16,585 giving shortfall after Week 5.
It’s an honor to be your Senior Pastor!
Dr. John Beyers
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WELCOME GUESTS!
ARE YOU FRIENDLY & ENJOY HELPING PEOPLE?
Welcome to Hillside United Methodist Church!
Our purpose is to Know the Heart of God through Excellent,
Multigenerational Worship, to Grow in the Grace of God through
Small Group Discipleship, and to Show the Love of God through
Meaningful Mission and Outreach.
Then Hillside’s Guest Services needs your assistance! It is our goal
to provide OUTSTANDING hospitality that EXCEEDS our guest’s
expectations, all for God’s glory, but we need you to make it
happen! Warm and caring servants are wanted one Sunday a month
as welcome desk helpers, parking greeters, greeters, or ushers. If
you are willing to reach out to our guests with Christ’s love, contact
Beth at [email protected].
NEED ANYTHING? HAVE QUESTIONS?
CHILDREN & FAMILY EVENTS
If you have any questions or need anything during your visit at
Hillside, we invite you to seek out any of our greeters or ushers
(who will be at the doors) for any assistance. Below is information
to help you become better acquainted with the overall life
of Hillside. For more information, go to our website at www.
hillsideumc.org.
WORSHIP SERVICES
11:00 Servicio Multicultural en la Capilla
Rev. Nelson Banegas, Predicador; Christine Salazar, Líder de Alabanza
WOMEN OF HILLSIDE
Senior Pastor
Senior Associate Pastor
Associate Pastor
Associate Pastor
Worship Minister
Executive Minister
Senior High Youth
Junior High Youth
Children’s Ministry
Congregational Care
Guest Services
Missions/Outreach
Assistant to Dr. Beyers
Facilities Director Financial Secretary
Technical Ministry
Preschool Director
Counseling Center Dir.
Dr. John Beyers
Rev. Linda Evans Rev. Ross Wheeler
Rev. Nelson Banegas
Dr. Michael Cromwell
Terry Ransom
Steve Brooks
Chris Mixer
Kate Morris
Rev. Doug Mills
Beth Federman
Christy Good
Barbara Vivlamore
David Good
Loretta Yike
Mike Kleparek
Katie Surgala
Carol Zepf
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FIRST-TIME GUESTS
HILLSIDE STAFF
Worship on Wednesday
6:30 p.m
in the Sanctuary
Service Attended: 8:25____ 9:25____ 11:00 Traditional ___ 11:00 Contemporary ____
Information is available at www.womenofhillside.com or [email protected].
New Studies Starting
Before Amen by Max Lucado starts Thursday, February 26 from 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm. Join
the journey to the heart of Biblical prayer, offering hope for doubts and confidence even
for prayer wimps. Distilling prayers in the Bible down to one pocket-sized prayer, we
will learn that prayer is not a privilege for the pious nor the art of a chosen few. Prayer is
simply a heartfelt conversation between God and his child. Let the conversation begin.
NEW! Starts Saturday, February 21 from 9:00 am – 11:00 am in Room 2210/2211.
Becoming More than a Good Bible Study Girl. Are you new to Bible study? Are you new
to the Bible? Or returning after a time away? This study will meet for six weeks during
Lent. Discover how to use our Bibles to open up the richness of God’s Word for our
lives; learn how the Word applies to us today enabling us to become the woman God
desires us to be in all our relationships. The first session will include the types and
translations of Bibles – so if you don’t have one, don’t feel like you must get one prior to
starting. This class will help you make the best decision for you!
These groups are still engaged in Breathe; join at any time:
• Sundays from 5:00 – 7:00 pm
• Mondays from 9:30 am – 11:30 am
• Tuesdays from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
• Wednesdays from 9:30 am – 11:30 am and 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
• Wednesday 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (offsite)
Mothers of Preschoolers meets Monday, February 9 at 9:30 am in Fellowship Hall.
Connect with other moms over a fun morning of food and Valentine’s theme crafting.
Consignment Sale: Seller and volunteer registration is OPEN. New this year: Women’s
and men’s clothing accepted for donation as well as consignment. If you have adult
clothing and/or small household appliances/items and would like to make a little extra
money, register to be a seller! We will also accept donations of any items.
Name: ___________________________________________________________________
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XZone for junior high students will meet Tuesday, February 10 at
7:00 pm in Celebration Hall.
TNT, Teens ‘n’ Truth for senior high students, will meet Wednesday,
February 11 at 7:00 pm for worship in Celebration Hall.
Last chance to sign up! Get your $100 deposit in now for Snowbird
Summer Camp June 22-27. Total cost: $430. Details at www.
hillsideyouth.com under TNT.
9:25 am & 11:00 am Contemporary Worship in Celebration Hall
Rev. Linda Evans, Preacher
Family Members Here Today: _______________________________________________
LISTEN TO SERMONS ONLINE
JUNIOR & SENIOR HIGH YOUTH
1 Corinthians 9:16-23
Address: _________________________________________________________________
Nursery is offered during all three worship times as well as Sunday
School for PreK 4s through 6th grade. Children’s Ministries offers
a variety of programs for children throughout the week. For our
youth, we offer both large group worship during the week as well
as small group Bible studies and other programs and retreats
throughout the year.
Whatever your season of life, Hillside has opportunities to let you
grow in your faith and enjoy the company of other believers.
8:25 am & 11:00 am Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
Rev. Nelson Banegas, 8:25 Preacher; Denise Roberts, 11:00 Preacher
Brenda Liedberg, Pianist; Bill Greer, Organist
Katherine Relick, Acolyte
E-Mail Address: ___________________________________________________________
INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
Phone: home _____________________________ cell ____________________________
Worship defines who we are, as well as whose we are. Hillside
offers five opportunities to worship on Sunday mornings, one
opportunity on Wednesday nights, as well as Junior High worship
on Tuesday evenings and Senior High worship on Wednesday
nights.
Sunday mornings:
Traditional Worship, 8:25 and 11:00 am, Sanctuary
Traditional worship is offered Sundays at 8:25 am and 11:00 am
in the Sanctuary. During this service we worship in the historic
Methodist format which includes the singing of hymns, recitation
of Creeds, and the Lord’s Prayer, with music offered by the Chancel
Choir and various ensembles. Holy Communion is offered every
Sunday at 8:25 am and the first Sunday of the month at 11:00 am.
Contemporary Worship, 9:25 am and 11:00 am, Celebration Hall
Our 9:25 am and 11:00 am Contemporary worship begins with
songs of praise and worship led by our praise team. We offer
songs, teaching, and interactive worship. Holy Communion is
offered on the first Sunday of the month.
Servicio in Español, 11:00 am, Capilla
Sunday School
Sunday School is offered at all hours through sixth grade, at 9:25
am for junior and senior high, and 9:25 am and 11:00 am for adults.
Wednesday Nights:
We offer a Wednesday night worship service each week at 6:30 pm
in the Sanctuary. These blended services are 30 minutes in length.
www.hillsidechildren.com
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd will host an open house today
from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm. Stop by to see our newly furnished
atrium set up for Sunday evening lessons for kindergarten through
2nd graders to explore their connection to God. This quiet
environment fosters the one-on-one experience children can have
with our creator. To register for classes, go online.
Rising Tide is exploring undercover kindness in February as 2nd 5th grade students learn Bible stories of Jesus calling the children
to come to Him; of Ruth and Naomi; and of Barnabas. The Scripture
verse is Luke 6:31, “do to others as you would have them do to you.”
Prayer Path: Mark your calendars for Friday, February 13 from
2:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Sunday, February, 15 from 11:00 am to
7:00 pm. The Prayer Path is an audio-guided time of prayer where
participants are led along a path to 12 different prayer stations.
A Bead and A Prayer: On Sunday, February 22 author and artisan
Kristen Vincent will teach the Confirmation lesson on prayer at 9:25
am. The congregation is invited to attend this lesson and assemble
their own prayer chaplet ($10).
The Confirmation retreat will assemble missions kits during its
retreat February 20-21. Donations of supplies can be left in the
Confirmation barrel in Celebration Hall or Children’s Ministries
offices:
Playdough
Magna doodle ($3 at Target)
Crayons
Spanish language coloring books
Math flash cards
Granola bars
Fruit snacks
Goldfish crackers
Hand soap
Washcloths
ToothbrushesShampoo
Fleece fabric for blankets
Enrichment runs from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday-Friday. Cost: $15/
day for children age 2 through kindergarten.
Bible Adventures, for Pre-K 4s through 6th graders, meets every
Wednesday from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm.
Free Academic tutoring for elementary students takes place
Wednesdays from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Preregistration is not required.
For information about Enrichment, Bible Adventures, and Tutoring,
contact Pat Walker at Ext. 122 or [email protected].
Drop-in Nursery is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from
9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Cost: $20/day or $5/hour for infants to 4-yearolds. Contact Lisa Lancaster at Ext. 126 or [email protected].
Today’s Worship Leaders