Hillside Sunday Bulletin | Sunday, September 1, 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
Communion
Ministry Update: Building Remodel
Worship Through Giving (Kids age 4 – entering K dismissed to classes)
Worship Through Song
Scripture Reading: Hebrews 12:1-2
Message
“Running Well,” Dr. 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.
NEW ATTENDERS LUNCH: Sunday, September 22, Immediately following the 10:45 Service. Join us for a casual lunch with members of the Hillside staff, where you’ll have the chanceto learn a little more about our church and ask any questions you may have. Kids welcome!
Register at hillsidemn.org/events
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!
Small Group Launch: An introductory, 5-week Small Group. A great way to jump into our Small Group ministry. Begins September 15.
Registration now open!
Learn more now: hillsidemn.org/smallgroups
EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES:
FALL KICKOFF: Services at 9:00A & 10:45A beginning next Sunday!
Today is the final Sunday of our Summer schedule.
HILLSIDE KIDS 2024-25 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: Registration is required annually for our Hillside Kids Ministry (birth-grade 6) so that we can plan and you don’t miss any communications! Register today at hillsidemn.org/kids.
FIRST FRIDAY 24-HOUR PRAYER: Friday, September 6. Join us for a Morning Prayer Call at 6:00A, or sign up for an hour to help us cover the whole day in prayer. Sign up at hillsidemn.org/24hours.
GRANDPARENTS PRAYER NIGHT, September 8, 6:30-8:00P, Hillside
Cafeteria. Come gather with other grandparents for this special time of prayer! You’ll have the opportunity tO share about your grandkids (bring photos, if you’d like) and then pray for them.
WEDNESDAY CONNECT: Begins September 11! On Wednesday Nights, during the school year, we offer a low-cost supper at 5:30, followed by Kids Clubs, Youth Ministry meetings, and a few opportunities for adults from 6:30-8.
Supper registration now open: hillsidemn.org/wednesdays or on the Church Center app.
TUESDAY MORNING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY: FALL 2024, September 10-
December 10, 9:30-11:15A, Hillside Cafeteria. Join other women to study God’s Word together, using the new study Revelation by Jen Wilkin. Cost is $25. Childcare available. Sign up at hillsidemn.org/events.
SMALL GROUP LAUNCH: Sundays, September 15-October 13, 9:00A, Hillside. Are you considering joining a small group or transitioning to a new one? Small Group Launch might be the thing for you. Learn more & register at
hillsidemn.org/smallgroups.
FATHER-DAUGHTER CANOE TRIP: September 20-22, Wild River State Park. Calling all dads and daughters (kindergarten-grade 12)! Join us for our annual canoe and camping trip, sponsored by Hillside GO—our ministry to help dads connect with their daughters through nature. Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
PRAYER PALS: Registration now open! Prayer Pals connects elementary age kids (Grades 1-6) with an adult who loves Jesus and commits to praying for and building a long-term relationship with them. We’d love to have you join!
Registration required annually for both adult and kid Prayer Pals. Learn more & register at hillsidemn.org/events.
KIDS CHRISTMAS MUSICAL: All kids grades 1-6 are invited to participate in this year’s Kids Christmas Musical! We are excited about our new “theater camp style” rehearsal format—only three rehearsals! Registration is required.
Get all the details and register at hillsidemn.org/events. Parents are also invited to attend a brief parent info meeting next Sunday, September 8 at 10:15A.
THE DISCIPLE COURSE: Wednesdays, Sept. 25 – November 20, 6:30-8P, Hillside. Join pastor Brian Gingerich for this 8-week course to equip you with basic discipleship practices for the Christian life. Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
INTENTIONAL FATHERHOOD CLASS: Thursdays, Sept. 26 – October 24, 6:30-8P, Hillside. (*not Oct 16). Dads, you’re invited to this hands-on, four-part class that will empower you to actively and intentionally disciple your kids. You’ll study and you’ll learn how to create and execute an intentional, unique discipleship plan catered to your specific family context. Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
HILLSIDE MEN: BARBECUE & BRAINSTORM: Saturday, October 5, 5:00-7:00P, Hillside. We’re launching an official Men’s ministry! Men (18+), come enjoy some tasty BBQ, connect with other guys, & provide input into what types of events/opportunities you’d like to see offered. Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
HILLSIDE WOMEN: APPS & FAVORITE THINGS PARTY: Friday, October 11, 6:30-8:00P, Cafeteria. Women (18+), come to this kickoff for our Women’s Ministry! Connect with other women, learn about all that’s planned for Hillside Women this year, and enjoy delicious appetizers & beverages. Bring an item that is a “favorite thing” to share (and give). ($10 or less; bring it in a gift bag).
SAVE THE DATES (More information to come!):
• Tuesday, September 17, evening: Hillside Town Hall Meeting
• Friday, October 25, evening: FallFest
• Saturday, November 16, 8:30A-12:30P: Marriage Conference
For a Complete List of Upcoming Events &
Opportunities, Visit hillsidemn.org/events.