Hillside Sunday Bulletin | Sunday, November 10, 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
Ministry Moment: Prayer
Worship Through Giving Kids age 4 – grade 6 dismissed to classes;
Grades 7-8 dismissed to “Grounded” class downstairs
Worship Through Song
Scripture Reading: Ruth 3:1-18; Dave Kurschner (elder)
Message: “Finding: The Promise of Rest”
Derek Brokke, Pastor of Small Groups & Discipleship
Worship Through Song
CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU TODAY?
Members of our prayer team will be available at the front of the stage immediately
following the service, and would love to pray with you for any needs you may have.
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.
NEW ATTENDERS LUNCH:
Sunday, November 24, right after 10:45 service. Save the date! Join us for a casual lunch with members of the Hillside staff, where you’ll have the chance to learn a little more about our church and ask any questions you may have.
Kids welcome! Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
HILLSIDE KIDS:
We offer programming for kids birth-grade 6 at both services.
Please Check Your Children In Before the Service Begins. Thank You!
BIRTH-AGE 2: Childcare is available during the whole service.
AGE 3: 9:00 – Childcare is available during the whole service.
10:45 – Attend the first portion of the Worship Service with family until invited to go to class, partway through the service.
AGE 4-GRADE 6: Attend the first portion of the service with family until invited to go
to classes, partway through the service.
Exact drop-off and pick-up locations are listed on the screen in the Children’s Wing.
Dear parents, to help us keep the hallway clear and ensure a smooth transition between services, we kindly ask that you pick up your children promptly after their class ends, and please try to avoid lingering in the Children’s Wing hallway. Thank you!
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
UNDER CONSTRUCTION! Our lobby is currently being remodeled & space is limited. After the service, we invite to to continue your conversations in the Gym Lobby, the Worship Center, or the Cafeteria. Thank You for your patience and cooperation! Updates: hillsidemn.org/remodel.
WEDNESDAY CONNECT
5:30P: Supper | This Week’s Menu: Tater Tot Hotdish
Registration for supper closes at 11:59P tonight
6:30-8:00P: Ministry Opportunities for All Ages!
Nursery, Kids Clubs, Youth Group, Prayer Meeting, & More!
Learn More & Register for Supper:
Church Center App or hillsidemn.org/wednesdayconnect
EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES:
SAVE THE DATES:
11/27, 7:00P: Thanksgiving Eve Service & Pie Social
12/8, 6:30P: Kids Christmas Musical Performance #1
12/11, 6:30P: Kids Christmas Musical Performance #2 (includes Preschool & Kindergarten Christmas performance)
12/24, 6:30P: Christmas Eve Service: 1:00, 2:30, 4:00P
REAL CONNECTION MARRIAGE CONFERENCE: Next Saturday, November 16, 8:30A-12:30P, Hillside, $50/couple*. We’re excited to welcome Steve &
Michelle Lutz as they conduct a half-day conference to help you improve your marriage. (*If needed, use discount code MARRIAGE100 for 100% off!). TODAY is the final day to register! hillsidemn.org/events.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: We are collecting shoeboxes filled with gifts and necessities for kids around the world! Empty boxes available in the lobby. Help us reach our goal of 300 boxes! Final drop-off date: THIS WEDNESDAY, Nov. 13. Learn more at hillsidemn.org/events.
BAPTISMS: Sunday, November 17, either service. Are you ready to take the step of baptism? Learn more and sign up at hillsidemn.org/baptism.
TOGETHER FOR GOOD CHRISTMAS BASKETS: Sign up to assemble and deliver a Christmas Memory Basket to bless a local mom and her family this holiday season! Work on your own or with a group. Learn more and sign up at
hillsidemn.org/events.
THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE & PIE SOCIAL: Wednesday, November 27, 7:00P. You and your family are invited to this special service! We’ll worship together, hear a brief message, and close the service with an opportunity for anyone to share something they are thankful for. A pie social will immediately follow in the cafeteria. Please bring a pie to share!
2024 MEN’S TURKEY BOWL FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT: Saturday, November 30, 8:30A. All men age 18+ are invited to this touch football tournament—whether you want to play or just watch! Pizza lunch to follow! Registration will open this week; watch the Hillside Weekly for registration details!
HILLSIDE KIDS CHRISTMAS MUSICAL: Performances on Sunday, December 8, 6:30P and Wednesday, December 11*, 6:30P. You won’t want to miss this year’s musical, “A Play in a Manger,” presented by Hillside’s elementary-age kids! Cookie reception to follow. *The Wednesday performance will also include a special Christmas program by Hillside Preschoolers and Kindergarteners.
HILLSIDE YOUTH WINTER RETREAT: January 17-19, 2025, Trout Lake Camps. Registration is now open for the Hillside Youth Winter Retreat, open to students in grades 7-12. Register by November 20 to receive an early-bird discount!
Learn more at hillsidemn.org/youth.
STEPHEN MINISTRY: Are you going through a difficult season of life (illness, job loss, or another life challenge)? Trained members of our congregation are available to talk and offer you caring support. Contact us at hillsidemn.org/stephen.
GRIEFSHARE: Thursdays, 6:30-8:30P, beginning this Thursday, November 14, Conference Room. A support group for anyone who is grieving the death of an important person in their life. Upcoming sessions include “Surviving the Holidays,” “Loss of a Spouse,” and more.
Learn more at hillsidemn.org/events.
FINANCIAL UPDATE: YTD: $602,940.06 , YTD budget: $624,112.00, Difference: -$21,171.94
| hillsidemn.org/giving
For a Complete List of Upcoming Events &
Opportunities, Visit hillsidemn.org/events.