Hillside Community Church

Hillside Community Church Notices for Feb 26th 2012

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Sunday 10.00am: This Sunday morning Glyn Carpenter joins us from the New Zealand Christian Network as their National Director. He moves widely around the country speaking with Church leaders at all levels. He is a capable communicator who since 2002 has worked closely with Bruce Patrick, (Bruce was NZCN board chairman until last year).

Glyn Carpenter

Sunday 6.00pm: Peter Howcroft

Next Sunday March 4th: 10.00am Dorothy Hayward and at 6.00pm Gareth Wood.

Vision Supper: On Wednesday March 21st at 7.30pm. Please plan to come to a night of fellowship and inspiration with discussion and feedback. The elders and senior leader will present their vision for Hillside for this year, in major areas of our Church life. Worship, teaching, discipleship, evangelism, world mission, fellowship, inclusion, ministries, training and more. Don’t miss this. Mark your diaries. Supper provided.

Transport needed: If there is anyone who could transport Connie and Christina to church from time to time after Feb 24 when Sue Peters moves to St Heliers please let Sue know on 5213066.

Help needed for our Hillside children: Our children are very important to the life of HCC. They urgently need some dedicated and keen teachers for Sunday mornings. We want to affirm what parents teach in the home by using some wonderful resources. Our elders and others will support you if you believe in our HCC children and believe you should volunteer (yourself or someone else!) for 2012. If you don’t have a lot of modern resources to help with preparing activities and lessons we have access to the Youth and Families Department of the Baptist Union and their staff support any teachers involved with children in our churches. We can work out rosters and team teaching if you feel that each week of the school term is a bit too much for you to take on. Please see Janette Tuckey or Jinny Patrick asap Jinny’s email is jinny.patrick@gmail.com or phone 263 9249

Student needs accommodation: A Carey College student requires accommodation. Contact Lynette Wood on 9083 202 if you would like more information.

Women’s events for 2012: We had a great planning meeting last week and have five exciting events planned. Let’s get these dates into our dairies. Lots more detail will come out over the year. All events are in the church and most are designed to be great for inviting neighbours and friends to come with you. Some will have tickets (or at least sign up) as all events will be catered. A team is being set up for each event and you can be involved – let Jinny Patrick know. All are evening events 7pm – 9.30pm except the first one.

1. Saturday 17 March (7am) a St Patrick’s Day breakfast – wear one thing green. Eat some green things?

2. Friday 18 May Up Up and Away! A travel theme.

3. Friday 13 July Murder Mystery.

4. Friday 21 Sept Themed movie night

5. Friday 23 November. A very special outreach and fun Christmas night.

We are in for a great year – growing in friendship and having events to which we can invite our not-yet-christian friends or christian women who need some well planned, fun events.

Curtains Needed: If you have some old curtains (still usable) please let Ngalu know. Ngalu is a CAP client. You could text her on 021 070 5971.

Bible in schools: I help organise Bible in Schools at St Heliers School. Bible in Schools currently reaches 40% of NZ children. We feel really blessed to be allowed to go in and teach about God and the Bible to the year 1 and 2 kids but we have a problem this year – we have the classes, we have the enthusiastic welcome of the school and community, but we lack the teachers. We have 9 classes to teach and currently only 4 teachers so we are desperate to find more teachers.
We teach on Thursday mornings during term time, from 9am till 9.30am, beginning in March and finishing at the end of November. Teachers have to be police vetted (a simple paperwork process), and there is training. We supply our own materials, and teach from a set curriculum, which is very well organised. You can choose to use photocopied black and white sheets from the teachers’ book, or buy individual work books for kids to use. If any one is interested or would like to learn more could they please contact me on ph: 585 1118, or at my email: ruththehill@hotmail.com and if the Church could pray for more enthusiastic and committed teachers that would be wonderful – it would be devastating to lose this opportunity. Many thanks, Ruth Hill.

EASTER CAMP 2012!!: (Gareth and Cara Wood are definitely going). But the details on the camp are as follows:

Hanging with your mates + getting stuck in on some unbelievable crazy style activities + finding out about how God fits in around this place through discovering the real meaning of Easter = One absolutely amazing Eastercamp 2012!

Where is Eastercamp? Eastercamp is held at the Mystery Creek Events Centre, just south of Hamilton. It is located in Mystery Creek Rd. Head towards the airport and it’s pretty much sign posted. To get in, go through Gate 2.
When is Eastercamp? Eastercamp runs from April 5th – 9th 2012
Who can go to camp? Eastercamp is for youth group aged young people and their leaders. General Campers must be aged between 13-18 at the start of camp or be in Year 9-13 at school in 2012.Don’t be shy, invite your friends! But remember they won’t get in if they don’t register beforehand with your group. EARLYBIRD $149 Up to FEBRUARY 26th. See Joanna Wells for more info.

ECAMP!! 2012: We need a parent to represent any kids from Hillside going to this camp so please let the office know if you can help. But if you are year 7-9 and want to spend a weekend at Finlay Park with your youth group having a great time and learning about Jesus then you need to be at eCamp 2012! A Jungle of Fun When and Where―Finlay Park Adventure Camp, Lake Karapiro. From midday Friday 6th April till 2pm Monday 9th April 2012. Cost―$130 for Tent Town, $140 for those needing a little more comfort in the cabins (numbers restricted). Price includes all meals and activities for the entire weekend. Two or more members from the same household get a $10 discount per child. See your leader for details. Late Fees ―Any registration forms and money that are not received by the eCamp crew by 21st March will incur a $10 per camper charge.

I told you not to stop!! What am I going to wear to the wedding now?

Hillside Community Church Notices for February 19th 2012

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Sunday 10.00am: This Sunday morning Bruce Patrick is preaching from Exodus 1:1 to 2:10, with the title: “Murphy’s Law And Your God-Given Destiny”. This is a great message that will encourage you to entrust God your life to God, come what may.

Sunday 6.00pm: Janette Tuckey

Youth notice: Hey Fullas!! I’m just trying to get a Youth Group(Year 9 – year 30) at the church up and running. Meet at the Church this week at 7-9 on Friday for some EPIC Indoor sports and hang out. Bring some junk food/drink to share!
If you guys are having too much fun(which you will) then maybe we could go Bowling after 9. Its 10bux for two games! What a steal. See you all tomorrow!Phil

Mike Wells with his work team in Perth

Coming up on Sunday March 4th at 10.00am: A slightly different morning on the 4th will allow for an explanation of the staff team for 2012 here at Hillside. A commissioning prayer for Bruce’s ongoing involvement. A formal introduction of Gareth Wood (with a members vote after the service to confirm Gareth’s involvement as an intern until November). Prayer for Sue Peters as she takes on the CAP managers role at Hillside, and an introduction and welcome of new people who have decided to join us at Hillside.

Singing: Several (very keen!) people have mentioned that they so enjoyed singing at the Carol Service on Christmas Eve that they would like to do some more. Jinny is happy to co-ordinate this. It would be good to meet together and discuss how this could be used in our worship services over the year. To find out who is interested, who could become the conducter, etc could we meet on Thursday 16th February at 7.30pm at Hillside. (That’s tonight if you are reading this on Thursday)

New Home Group requires a leader: Do you have the leadership and experience to run a homegroup? We have a home venue in Panmure and a few people wishing to attend. Please see Colin Thomsen or Cherry Robertson

Transport needed: If there is anyone who could transport Connie and Christina to church from time to time after Feb 24 when Sue Peters moves to St Heliers please let Sue know on 5213066.

Student needs accommodation: A Carey College student requires accommodation. Contact Lynette Wood on 9083 202 if you would like more information.

Mike Wells Update from Perth:

Hi everyone. How are you?

I hope you’re enjoying getting back into the swing of things for the year be it school, work, uni or whatever it is that you do and I trust that you’re all enjoying the late summer weather and getting caught up on your tans. Things have been pretty warm over here lately as well. Below is a bit more about what’s been happening for me and what I’ll be doing in the coming weeks.

The building projects that I have been helping with are moving along.

I said in my last update that two thirds of the buildings were due to be completed in January. Well I’m happy to let you know that we are fully moved into one of the buildings and the classrooms etc are being used.

A new set of students has arrived. Every 3 months YWAM Perth has a new set of courses beginning and January brought in another group of (mostly) young people to do courses such as a Discipleship Training School. As a part of their course, the students do 2 hours of ‘work duties’ each day with the idea being that the course consists of time outside of the classroom just as much as time in it.

This quarter I have been put in charge of leading a group of 7 people for work duties with our focus being on maintaining the facilities we own, such as dormitories and the various staff houses in the local area. It’s not always easy for me to think of jobs but a couple of popular ones are fixing leaky taps and assembling bunk beds. The students are very gracious and patient when I can’t think of anything for them to do!

One last piece of news is that my family have generously shouted me to come home in May for my cousin’s wedding! I’m really looking forward to it, it will be a whirlwind 3 day trip though as I will be in the middle of helping on a DTS.

Thanks once again everyone for your support, prayers and interest. I’ve enjoyed the start to the year and I hope you have too. Mike

Andrew Robertson Update from Redding USA:

Kia Ora Hillside family!

Here is an update about my time at Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry so far. I wrote this at Christmas time and it will hopefully give you a good idea of what I got up to in the first semester. The full report and more reports from earlier on can be found on my Blog andysantics.tumblr.com. Feel free to contact me at any time if you want to know more or just chat, my email address is andrewrobertson92@gmail.com. Thanks so much for all the support and prayer, it has worked amazingly! I have grown more in the last four and a half months than I could imagine growing in ten years! Anyway I hope you enjoy reading this and that God releases the same break throughs in your life that I have experienced…

So what’s happened???

Well I’ve been at school now for 3 months, learning more and more about God’s goodness and all the amazing stuff He has for us. School has been so much better than I ever imagined and is really helping me to build great foundations in my life. I have been really challenged which is awesome but frightening at the same time! It has really been an eye-opening experience.

The biggest changes…

I think I’ve found the biggest change has just been all my mindsets and attitudes haha (only a small thing to change). The way I view myself and just generally everything in life has changed a lot. My relationship with God has gone to far greater heights and this is the root of all the change. I am getting to know and see God as my Father more and more. I am learning more about His characteristics and who He really is, however I still have a LOT to learn! I am learning what it truly means to walk in sonship. Walking in grace and live is so much better than walking in judgement and fear! The whole issue of grace has been huge for me and I’m constantly learning more about it. Not just grace for forgiveness but grace to receive gifts from God and partner with Him.

Another big focus in my life lately has been learning about the presence and how to live in the presence more. I have been taking a class called “cultivating the presence” and it has blown my mind! It is the best class I’ve ever taken in my life PERIOD (even better than lunch time)! Developing my relationship with the Holy Spirit and realizing how much fun it is to have him walk with you throughout everyday life!!! Practicing the presence is so easy and it’s something that I want to focus more on.

Anyway the last few months have blown my world apart! I am so thankful and blessed that I can be here. Thanks so much for all the support! My relationship with God is getting stronger by the day and I am feeling His presence and being led by it so much more. I am coming to truly know my identity in Christ and what that means. Learning to walk in sonship and knowing where i sit (in heavenly places). Pretty much I am the best I have ever been and am so excited about what the future holds!!!

Bless you guys, and I pray that God will encounter you this year like never before, and that you will know His fathers heart for you more and more!

Andy.

People don’t judge you by what you do so much as the mess you do or don’t leave behind.

Hillside Notices for February 5th 2012

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Sunday 10.00am: Keith Wagener: Keith will unpack the implications of “If you love me you will keep my commandments”. This will be a great morning.

Sunday 6.00pm: This Sunday we are having a evening meeting at Hillside at the new starting time of 6.00pm. It will be an informal meeting/gathering led by David and Mary Wells. The following Sunday which is February 12th we will start with a pizza meal. Please bring $5.00 Our music and planned speakers will start on the 12th also.

The new starting time is..........

Sunday nights start at 6.00pm now: Hillside’s evening meetings now start at 6.00pm The idea is that we would like to conclude by 7.30pm and still have time for some other things afterwards. See you at 6.00pm.

Soccer and Swim: Youth BBQ Soccer and Swim on Saturday February 11th from 4.30pm to 7.30pm at the Kuperus’s place, 88b Maskell St, Glendowie. (This will be a combined event with the Harbourside Beach Mission youth).

Prayer Meeting: Next Tuesday February 7th here at Hillside at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Woman’s Events: Jinny has a few ideas about some women’s events we could organise for 2012 but she would be interested to discuss them and to hear other suggestions from Hillside women. Please let Jinny know if you’d like to be a part of getting some events planned. Ph 263 9249 or email jinny.patrick@gmail.com Thanks to those who have already told Jinny they would like to help make some decisions about activities for women at Hillside this year :-) Can we please meet together for a brainstorming and sharing session at Hillside next Thursday night the 9th at 7.30pm . Any women are welcome to come even if you didn’t get around to telling Jinny.

New to Hillside? There is a nibbles and dessert evening to welcome anybody new to Hillside on Wednesday February 15th with Bruce and the elders briefly explaining the culture of Hillside and answering any questions you may have. You are very welcome.

Men’s Group: A men’s group starts at Hillside next Thursday morning at 10.30am till noon. Contact Colin Farr on 521 0545 if you require any further information.

Singing: Several (very keen!) people have mentioned that they so enjoyed singing at the Carol Service on Christmas Eve that they would like to do some more. Jinny is happy to co-ordinate this. It would be good to meet together and discuss how this could be used in our worship services over the year. To find out who is interested, who could become the conducter, etc etc could we meet on Thursday 16th February at 7.30pm at Hillside

Notices Next week: Notices for next week will be by an email only to your inbox, so look out for them and they will arrive to you on a Friday next week, not a Thursday as today.

Tracey Dobbs: A Cap client is looking for 2-3 hours of house cleaning or gardening a week to help with her budget. Enquiries to 5706163 or 021 02995753. References available from Cherry Roberson. Tracey also has a chest freezer for sale for $100.00 ono. Good working condition Phone Tracey on 5706163

E-Camp2012―Welcome to the Jungle people! If you are in year 7-9 at school and want to hang out with another 900 crazy young people then E- Camp ‘12 is where you need to be. We will be busting out all the favourites: ski biscuits and rockets, animal survival, go karts, screen printing, the blob, and water slides, plus more, like sling shot paint ball and the furiously competitive soccer tournament! Not only do we have all the hardout activities but all the great meetings featuring our favourite worship team and on stage craziness. This year’s awesome NZ speaker is Jeremy Suisted, a self-confessed follower of the Steve Irwin fan club, who loves all things Jungle. Jeremy is all about youth and heads up a charging youth ministry in Cambridge. Prepare yourselves for a wild ride. E-Camp 12 is going to be good one!
When and Where―Finlay Park Adventure Camp, Lake Karapiro. From midday Friday 6th April till 2pm Monday 9th April 2012.Cost―$130 for Tent Town, $140 for those needing a little more comfort in the cabins (numbers restricted). Price includes all meals and activities for the entire weekend. Two or more members from the same household get a $10 discount per child. See your leader for details. Hillside kids—We don’t have many from Hillside in this age group and no identified leaders to take them so this may be a parent led activity this year. In the first instance we want to invite you to register your interest with an email to the office or talk to Colin Thomsen.

Easter Camp (Not to be confused with ecamp above) This is for years 9 to 13 Where is Eastercamp? Eastercamp is held at the Mystery Creek Events Centre, just south of Hamilton.When is Eastercamp? Eastercamp runs from April 5th – 9th 2012 Cost: Early bird fee $149.00 until February 26th Who can go to camp? Eastercamp is for youth group aged young people and their leaders. Campers must be aged between 13-18 at the start of camp or be in Year 9-13 at school in 2012. Don’t be shy, invite your friends! But remember they won’t get in if they don’t register beforehand with your group. How to register? Fill in an online form, or get one off the back table at Hillside. Give it to Kim Wade. This year Gareth Wood is going and he starts on March 1st so you can give your registration to him if you want in early March.

James 5:16 Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.