Hillside Sunday Bulletin | Sunday, May 26, 2024
ORDER OF SERVICE
The worship service is streaming live. Please be mindful of mobile phones and noises that could interfere. Thank you!
Welcome
Worship Through Song
Baptisms
Worship Through Giving
Kids dismissed to classes:
(Age 4-Entering Kindergarten)
Worship Through Song
Message
“Imitation is the Solution,” Galatians 4:12-5:1
Brian Gingerich, Senior Pastor
Worship Through Song
If you need prayer, members of our prayer team will be available to pray with you at the front of the Worship Center immediately following the service.
ARE YOU NEW HERE?
We’d love to connect with you & answer any questions you have.
• If you’re with us in person, please stop by the I’m New Here counter in the hallway to say hi!
• Please complete an I’m New Here card so that we can email you some information that might be helpful to you.
CHILDCARE THIS MORNING:
Birth-Age 3: Childcare is available during the entire service.
Preschool (Age 4-entering Kindergarten): Begin the service worshiping with their families, then will be invited to go to their class midway through the service.
Moms of infants: A nursing room is located in our nursery, with
comfortable seating and a livestream feed of the worship service.
SMALL GROUPS:
At Hillside, we want to help you follow Jesus in all aspects of your life. One of the core ways we do that is through Small Groups—groups of 5—12 people who meet regularly to connect, grow, and serve together. We would love to help you find a group that’s right for you!
Learn more now: hillsidemn.org/smallgroups
EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES:
WEDNESDAY NIGHT:
• House of Prayer: 6:30P, Library. Join us in prayer for our church,
community, and world!
• Celebrate Recover for Men: 6:30P, Conference Room.
A Christ-centered recovery program for men struggling with hurt,
pain, or addiction of any kind.
ANNUAL FAMILY MEETING: Next Sunday, June 2, immediately following the
10:00A service. Lunch & childcare registration has closed, but you are still welcome to simply attend. Leadership will share updates and members will vote on the proposed budget, new elder candidates, and elders who are due for approval for a second term. You can find a copy of the proposed budget and elder candidate bios on the ChurchCenter app, or there are a few paper copies available at the ministry counter.
SENIOR ADULT HYMN SING & LUNCH: Saturday, June 8, 12:00P-3:30P, Burnsville. Come enjoy a time of fellowship over lunch and to sing hymns of praise and reflect on our Christian heritage! Please bring a salad, dessert, or hot dish to share. Beverages will be provided. Sign up at hillsidemn.org/evvents or at the ministry counter after the service.
BABY SHOWER FOR KRISTEN KURSCHNER: Saturday, June 15, 10:00A, Hillside Lobby. Ladies, come celebrate the blessing of new life & shower Kristen with love as she anticipates the arrival of her baby girl in August! Hosts: Piper Kurschner, Rachel Kurschner, Hannah Liu, and Ella Nelson.
Registry info: amazon.com; diapers would also be appreciated!
CHILD DEDICATIONS: Sunday, June 16, During the Service. Parents, this is an opportunity for you to stand before our church family, committing to raise your children in the Lord, and to have your child(ren) prayed for by the pastor.
Sign up at hillsidemn.org/events.
STEPHEN MINISTRY: Hillside is excited to be launching Stephen Ministry—a ministry where members of our congregation can serve as “Stephen Ministers”— providing one-to-one caring ministry to people experiencing life difficulties. Do you have an interest in serving this way? We are now accepting Stephen Minister applications, and training will begin this summer. Please prayerfully consider if this is the right opportunity for you! To learn more or apply, visit hillsidemn.org/stephen.
HILLSIDE CHURCH MEN’S SOFTBALL TEAM: Mondays, Aug. 19-Sept. 23, Dred Scott Fields. Calling all Hillside men 18+! Join us for a season of camaraderie and competition. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for some fun and fellowship, we welcome all skill levels. Learn & sign up at hillsidemn.org/events.
STUDENT MINISTRIES SUMMER EVENTS: for students entering grades 7-12 (+ 2024 grads!). We’ve got some fun events planned and want your students there: Move-Up Mania (June 7), Valleyfair (June 27), & Lake Day (Aug 7). We’ve also got Wednesday night meetings scheduled throughout the summer.
Learn more at hillsidemn.org/students.
SAVE THE DATES:
8/4: Worship & Baptisms in the Park, 10A, Normandale Lake Park Bandshell.
For a Complete List of Upcoming Events &
Opportunities, Visit hillsidemn.org/events.