Connect
New Classes in Academy of Worship Arts
Callie.Fry@hhbc.com, 405.513.7535
Beginning the first week of April, the Academy will open two short term classes. Rhythm Section Boot Camp for students/adults who play drumset, keys, acoustic, electric or bass guitar and want to learn how to play in a group setting. Zamar! is a music exploration class for 2nd-5th graders, incorporating singing, movement and instruments. Both classes meet on Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. For tuition info or to enroll, contact Callie Fry or go to academy.hhbc.com.
Job Transitions Ministry
Tom Bliss, 405.513.0840
Do you have experience or background that could assist job search candidates in these areas: determine needs and resources, resume development, interviewing skills, or networking techniques? The Jobs Transitions Ministry has a need for additional volunteer coaches in assisting our members who are looking for a job. If you have a heart for service and expertise in any of these areas, contact Tom Bliss.
Spring Locker Room Parties
Stephanie Rigdon, 405.513.7545
Save the date April 16th, for these exciting boys only and girls only parties at the church. The boys will be invading the Gym and Village Green and the girls will be taking over the Children’s Area. You won’t want to miss this fun evening. More information and registration will be available in the Locker Room soon!
Easter Baptisms
Kim Swyden, 405.513.7526
If you are saved and have not been baptized, we will be observing the ordinance of Believer’s Baptism during the Easter Services. Call Louise Humphreys if you would like to be baptized Easter weekend.
Preschool Play Day
Kathy Sartorius, 405.513.7544
Come join us in the Gym for our Spring Preschool Play Day on March 27th from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. We will have an egg hunt, inflatable Moon Bounce, crafts and snacks. Pack up your Preschoolers and be prepared for an eggstrordinary time! If you would like to donate candy for the egg hunt to help offset expenses, a drop-off box has been set up by the elevator in the Preschool Wing.
Helps Team Ministry
Sandy Rodriguez, 405.513.7555
Do you need help with minor repairs or other handy man type work around the house? The Deacon Helps Team provides assistance to members of our church family such as widows, orphans, shut-ins and single parents who are unable to do these things on their own. If you have a need, please contact Sandy.
No Small Groups/FLOCKs Easter Weekend
Doug Dees, 405.513.7525
There will be no Small Groups/FLOCKs on April 3rd or April 4th. Enjoy this time with your family. Don’t forget, Easter weekend would be a great time for you to invite some friends you have engaged to join you in worship!
Grow
Woman-2-Woman Mentoring
Mallory Murdock, 405.513.7525
Whether you’re interested in being a mentor or being mentored, come join us for information about mentoring. A new semester is starting soon! The orientation coffee will be April 11th from 2-4 p.m. and the kickoff will be April 15th from 6:30-8:30 p.m. You must be able to attend both the coffee and orientation to sign up. Register online at women.hhbc.com or at the Women’s Kiosk.
New Session of Body and Soul
Carol Nicolin 405.359.0817
A new session of Body and Soul will begin April 5th. This class will be from 9:15-10:30 on Mondays and Fridays in the Middle School Room. The 10 week session will cost $87.50. Bring someone who has never exercised with Body and Soul, or has not participated in the past year, and both of you register for the price of one. For more information visit women.hhbc.com.
Ladies Retreat CD’s
Beth McClain, 405.513.7525
Ladies, if you ordered a Seminar CD from the Gathering of Girlfriends, please stop by the Women’s Kiosk to pick it up.
Serve
Hable Español En MOJ, Por Favor!
Rita Hernandez, 405.513.7452
The recent Marci Wintz clinic has generated a tremendous opportunity for Spanish speaking volunteers to assist MOJ staff as we conduct follow-up visits. Only one of us speaks Spanish! Please join us as we minister to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the Hispanic population.
Volunteers Needed for Good Friday
Connie Goodson, 405.513.7531
Volunteers are needed in different areas for our Good Friday service. If you would like to help with set up on Thursday, April 1st, or serve at one of the stations on Friday, you can sign up in the Gathering at the Good Friday Volunteer Table or email Connie. We need help in these areas: greeters, Lords Supper area, hand washing area, and oil and spices area.
Easter Children’s Choir
CallieFry, 405.513.7531
This Easter, children will have the opportunity to help lead worship in our weekend services. This choir is open to ALL children in 1st-5th grade. They need to be able to sing in the beginning of all three Easter services, Sat. 5:30, Sun. 9:00, Sun. 10:45, arrive early on Saturday April 3rd for sound check, and attend two rehearsals before Easter weekend. If your child is interested, please contact Callie Fry.
Engage
New Summer Mission Trip Opportunities
Lauren Stewart 405.513.7554
We have added two more mission trips to our summer calendar. David Barnes will lead a group to Gage, OK from July 10th-16th to do VBS and service projects. All ages are welcome. There will be an informational meeting April 14th, 7:45p.m., in W-200. David Barnes will also lead a construction team to Rancho Los Angeles, a children’s home in Mexico from June 26th – July 3rd. Contact Lauren if you are interested.
Mexico Family Mission Trip Sign Up Deadline
Lauren Stewart, 405.513.7554
There are 20 spots left for the Mexico Family Mission Trip. The deadline to register is Wednesday, March 31st. A $100 per person deposit will secure your spot. This trip includes VBS, medical, construction, soccer camp, women’s ministry, teenager’s ministry, evangelism, and more! Contact Lauren to register.
Good Friday Multi-Sensory Service
Connie Goodson, 405.513.7531
On April 2nd from 7 a.m.-7 p.m., the Worship Center will be open for a time of reflection as we remember the sacrifice Christ made. Invite friends and family to this service which is a self-paced, interactive, multi-sensory experience that focuses on elements that are representative of Good Friday. The service takes approximately 45 minutes to read the guide and to go through the stations. Children’s guides will be available.
Other
Spanish Classes
Lauren Stewart, 405.513.7554
If you want to learn Spanish this is the class for you! Starting March 22nd, Angel Lineres will teach a Spanish Class each Monday night from 7 – 8:30 p.m. in W-202. The only cost will be the workbook. Childcare is available. Contact Lauren Stewart to register.
Budget Q&A Meetings
Kevin Nicolin, 405.513.7507
The proposed FY 2010 General Ministry Plan is now available to the church for review. If you have questions about it please come to one of two meetings March 20th at 7 p.m. or March 21st at 2 p.m. Both meetings will be held in the Small Conference Room adjacent to the Church Office Lobby. The final vote on the budget will be held March 31st during our evening worship service, without further discussion.
Attention Small Group/FLOCK Leaders
If you are a Small Group/FLOCK leader, we would like to give you the opportunity to meet and hear a word from Doug Dees, our Pastor of Education. You and your family are invited to join us, March 28th for lunch in the Activity Center following the 10:45 a.m. service. If you and your family will be attending, please contact the director or pastor that oversees your area.
Café Closed on Easter
Kevin Nicolin, 405.513.7507
As is our custom, since Small Groups/FLOCKs won’t be meeting on Easter weekend, the Hillside Café will be closed.
Administrative Assistant Need for Transformation Christian Counseling Center
Julane Swyden, 405.340.7400
The counseling ministry of Ministries of Jesus, is in need of an administrative assistant to work 20-25 hours per week. This position requires a highly organized person with good computer skills, and the ability to communicate over the phone with many different kinds of people with significant emotional needs. Please e-mail your resume with a cover letter to Julane Swyden, or mail to 1100 E I-35 Frontage Road, Edmond, OK, 73034.
Calendar
March
27 Preschool Play Day
29-30 Camp Logos
April
2 Good Friday Multi-sensory Experience
3-4 Easter Services (No Small Groups/FLOCKs)
4 Hillside Cafe is closed
21 PreSTOMP Program
May
5 STOMP Musical
7-8 Men’s Retreat
10 Transformation Recovery Concert
May 31-June 4 Middle School Camp
Posted on
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
by Sara Wilson