Hillside Sunday Bulletin | Sunday, October 6, 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: Operation Christmas Child
Worship Through Song
Communion
Worship Through Giving Kids age 4 – grade 6 dismissed to classes;
(no Middle School class today).
Scripture Reading: Jude 17-23; Justin Yanisch
Message: “Jesus & Faithful Endurance,”
Derek Brokke, Director 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
WEDNESDAY CONNECT
5:30PM: Supper | Menu: Chili
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:
WOMEN’S MONDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY: Mondays, 7-8:30P, October 7-November 11, Room 156. Join other women in a study of Philippians!
Leader: Traci Richard. Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY KICK-OFF: Apps & Favorite Things Party, Friday,
October 11, 6:30-8P: Learn about our women’s ministries, enjoy appetizers, & bring a “favorite thing” of yours ($10/under, in a gift bag) to share in our gift exchange! RSVP helpful but not required: hillsidemn.org/women.
DEREK BROKKE ORDINATION COUNCIL: Saturday, October 12, 10:00A-12:30P, Hillside Cafeteria: The congregation is invited to this portion of Derek Brokke’s ordination process, when he will answer theological questions from an ordination council, who will then offer their recommendation to the Hillside elder board regarding his ordination. Lunch to follow. Register by Wed, 10/9, at hillsidemn.org/events.
FALL FEST 2024: Friday, October 25, 5:30-8P: A free night of fun for the whole family! Games, food, treats, live music, bonfires, and more. More info to come, but mark your calendars and start telling your friends! Volunteers needed! Please sign up for a shift to help at hillsidemn.org/serve.
CHILD DEDICATIONS: Sunday, October 27, During either service. An opportunity for you to stand before their church family, commit to raise your children in the Lord, and to have their child(ren) prayed for by the pastor.
Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
THE HILLSIDE STORY: Sunday, October 27 & November 3, 9:00A. Come learn more about what Hillside is all about—and decide if church membership is the next right step for you! A two-part class. Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PARTICIPATION: All kids age 3-Kindergarten are invited to participate! Learn more and register at hillsidemn.org/events.
REAL CONNECTION MARRIAGE CONFERENCE: 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. Childcare available! (*If needed, use discount code MARRIAGE100 for 100% off). NOTE: Space is limited and we will begin advertising this conference to the public soon. The Lutz’s have a long waiting list. Register before the conference sells out! Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
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 support. Reach out to us at hillsidemn.org/stephen.
PRAY WITH US FOR THE ELECTION! Throughout the month leading up to the election, we invite you to sign up to cover each polling site in Bloomington with prayer. Then join us on Sunday, November 3 from 6:30-8P to pray for the
election—for all candidates, voters, churches, and our nation.
HILLSIDE YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS NEEDED: Can you contribute to help provide scholarships to students attending our Fall Retreat? Contact Matthew Bostrom at matthew@hillsidemn.org. Thank you!
FINANCIAL UPDATE: YTD Giving = $422,240.33, YTD Budget = $459,872.00
YTD Variance = -$37,631.67
For a Complete List of Upcoming Events &
Opportunities, Visit hillsidemn.org/events.