Hillside Sunday Bulletin | Sunday, October 20, 2024
ORDER OF SERVICE
The worship service is streaming live. Please be mindful of mobile phones and noises that could interfere. Thank you!
Welcome
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Ministry Moment: Roatan Missions Trip
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Worship Through Giving Kids age 4 – grade 6 dismissed to classes;
9:00A Service: Grades 7-8 dismissed to “Grounded” class (downstairs).
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Scripture Reading: Ruth 1:1-5; Patty Stevens
Message: “Emptiness: Going Away”
Dr. Brian Gingerich, Senior Pastor
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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
5:30P: Supper | This Week’s Menu: Chicken Tetrazzini
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:
FALL FEST 2024: This Friday, October 25, 5:30-8P: A free night of fun for the whole family! Games, food, treats, live music, bonfires, and more. Invite friends & sign up to volunteer! Learn more: hillsidemn.org/fallfest.
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 your child(ren) prayed for by the pastor.
Register at hillsidemn.org/events by 11:59P tonight.
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.
JOURNEY KIDS JUGGLING CLUB: Fridays, November 1, 8, 15, 22; 4:00-6:30P, Youth Room/Gym. Kids grades 2-8, come learn how to juggle! Juggling is great for the brain and body, and it’s a lot of fun! Games, activities, friends, and snacks will also be a part of the time. Staffed by caring adults & several former members of Jugheads Youth Juggling Co. Learn more & register at hillsidemn.org/events.
HILLSIDE YOUTH UPCOMING EVENTS: Serve Day, Saturday, November 2, 10A-4P, Meet at Hillside. Students grades 7-12, join us for a day of serving, with projects both at church and in the community. Pizza lunch included. High School Rally (grades 9-12 only), Sunday, November 10, 4-8:30P, Bethel University.
Register for either of these events at hillsidemn.org/events.
ROOTED HIGH SCHOOL SUNDAY MORNING CLASS: Sundays, October 27-
November 17, 9:00A. A class to help students grades 9-12 learn how to put their faith into practic! Topic: Sabbath. Questions? Contact Matthew Bostrom.
PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CHRISTMAS PROGRAM PARTICIPATION: All kids age 3-Kindergarten are invited to participate! Performance on Dec. 11, with three Wednesday night rehearsals prior (from 5:15-6). 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 to help you improve your marriage. Childcare available! (*If needed, use discount code MARRIAGE100 for 100% off!). Space is limited; register today! Register at hillsidemn.org/events.
BAPTISMS: Sunday, November 17, either service. Are you ready to take the step of publicly proclaiming your faith in Christ through baptism?|Sign up at hillsidemn.org/baptism.
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.
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. Sign up for a polling site to pray for at hillsidemn.org/events.
Then join us in the Worship Center on Sunday, November 3 from 6:30-8P to pray for the election—for all candidates, voters, churches, and our nation.
MASTERS WARRIORS MARTIAL ARTS MINISTRY: Thursdays, 6:30-8:30P, Gym. For kids and adults age 7 and up! Develop physical, mental, and spiritual character traits to strengthen your walk with God. Join at anytime! Learn more & sign up at hillsidemn.org/events.
FINANCIAL UPDATE: YTD: $500,185.55, YTD budget: $525,568.00
Difference: -$25,382.45 | hillsidemn.org/giving
For a Complete List of Upcoming Events &
Opportunities, Visit hillsidemn.org/events.