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JANUARY 9, 2013
Hillview United Methodist Church
http://www.hillviewmethodist.org
Email : [email protected]
Phone: 208-375-0392
Hours: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.
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Sunday Morning
Worship at 8:30 a.m.
and 10 a.m.
Small groups and Bible studies
for all ages are available after
each service.
Childcare is provided for
infants to three-year-olds.
Dates to Remember
January 16
VBS organizational meeting
January 27
MYMU pizza & ice skating
February 3
Souper Bowl of Caring
February 10
Lenten Fair
We are a Reconciling Congregation, welcoming all persons into full
participation in the life of the congregation regardless of age, sexual
orientation, gender identity, family configuration, racial or ethnic background,
economic status, or mental or physical abilities. As we journey to the
reconciliation of all persons as children of God, we celebrate our human
family’s diversity.
A place where faith matters
JANUARY 9, 2013
Random Musings from Pastor Barbara Our Church Staff Pastor
Barbara Nixon [email protected] 991-8464 cell
Minister of Congregational Life
Maggie Edmondson [email protected] 208-891-4385
Director of Music
Gene Lubiens [email protected] 208-989-5981
Director of Technology and Communication
Jeff Thompson [email protected] 208-830-5777
Organist/Pianist
Suzanne Walch [email protected] 208-514-5945
Secretary
Claudia Flora [email protected] 208-375-0392
Youth Directors
Claire Chambers [email protected] 208-761-7528
Jeff Thompson [email protected] 208-830-5777
Custodian
Mariya Gavrilutsa
Nursery Director
Peggy Sheldon 888-4566
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My renewal / study leave begins on Monday, January 14! I have a day at home to make final preparations and then I depart on Tuesday afternoon for India. I will be there for a little over three weeks, coming home in time to have a few days of rest before I return to work on February 11. I am, of course, very excited about this trip. I have wanted to visit India for some time, both to immerse myself in the culture and to experience a more Eastern understanding of Jesus and what being Christian looks like in such a multireligious part of the world. I have much to learn.
I confess to you that it is hard for me to be away for four weeks. I love my work. I love this church and all we are learning together. I hate to miss ANYTHING! I know lots of you feel the same way. This means that the time away may be something I, and you, need very much. I have no doubt that Hillview, with its loving spirit and fine leadership, will have no trouble while I am away. I am sure you have no doubt that I will do just fine traipsing around India on my personal adventure. It is good, however, for all of us to experience how true this is. We will have much to share when I return.
People have asked if I will be writing a blog or otherwise communicating while
I am in India. The answer is “No.” I will do my best to send a couple of
emails to the church office (as well as to family and friends), but I do not
intend to make regular comment on my travels. Claudia will have my itinerary
and, if it interests you, she can tell you where I am on any given day. I
welcome your prayers during this time. Please know that I will be holding all
of you in prayer as well.
Reminder: There will be no midweek Bible Studies while Pastor Barbara is on
leave. Bible Studies will resume on Tuesday, February 13.
JANUARY 9, 2013
Page 3
Faith In Action
Please Remember as You Shop
Ongoing needs for Community Ministries Food Center include: peanut butter and
jelly, mac and cheese, tuna, rice, dry beans, diapers, formula, personal hygiene
items, bus passes, office supplies, and ziploc bags. Packages of hot dogs are
always welcome. Please leave in the church kitchen freezer with a note (for
CM) and a note saying "hot dogs in freezer" in the canned and dry food cabinet
in the Gathering Area. Two new ideas have been presented to our Faith in Action Committee: One, that we donate
cookware and tableware, or other kitchen items to CM. Two, that some of us who donate food
once a month, consider donating on the third Sunday of each month since Food Stamp recipients
often need assistance before the end of the month.
"Living Generously" is the theme of our 2013 stewardship campaign. I believe this is a description of Hillview. We are a living, active and functioning part of the family of God. We are also generous with each other and in support of others in need both locally, nationally and around the world in all their circumstances; hunger, disaster, homelessness ….
Merriam-Webster defines: Living: a: having life, b: active, functioning. Generous: a: characterized by a noble or forbearing spirit, b:
liberal in giving, c: marked by abundance or ample proportions.
The campaign will be taking place during the month of January. Throughout this month, we will be providing additional information about our needs (budget) and how those funds will be used. All of the things that Hillview accomplishes take money. Please prayerfully consider what you can do this year. You will be receiving pledge cards. On February 3, we will receive and consecrate your gifts to continue and expand our work for Christ. Curtis Kron Chair, Finance
"Living Generously"
Family Lenten Fair
All families are invited to participate in the Lenten Fair on Sunday, February 10 from Noon until 2 p.m. in Ballantyne Hall. We will be learning about the ways that God loves us, takes care of us, and counts the hairs on our heads each day during Lent as we explore the Lenten Devotional we will use this year.
There is a suggested $10 (per family) donation, with scholarships available, to cover the cost of lunch and supplies. Everyone is invited welcome to attend. Registration forms are available on the Christian Education bulletin board and in the Church Office. Contact Maggie Edmondson for more information or with questions.
JANUARY 9, 2013
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.January 30 is the date of our next Community Meal. Sign up to help and start a
new tradition for the New Year! We had several new people that helped with the
December meal and my hope is that they found it a rewarding experience. See the
sign-up sheet in the Gathering Area to see how you can become involved in this
ministry. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Marilesta Nelson
375-5116 or email her at [email protected]
Have you ever thought that you might like to welcome people as they come
through the doors on Sunday morning or help hand out bulletins and help with
offering but don’t know who to contact? We are always looking for people to
helpwith those activities. If you are interested in serving in those activities, please
call or email Marilesta Nelson at 375-5116 or email her at [email protected]
Training is provided.
Join Us
Calling All VBS Volunteers!
Interested in helping with Vacation Bible School this year? Then we have a place for you! We will have an organizational meeting on Wednesday, January 16, at 6 p.m. in the library to discuss plans for our upcoming VBS June 24-28, 2013. We are looking for leaders to coordinate Recreation, Snacks, Missions, Assembly Time, Science, Music, Crafts, Bible Storytelling, etc. Please let Maggie Edmondson know if you’re interested in helping with VBS but are unable to attend the meeting.
JANUARY 9, 2013
The Congregational Life Committee is hosting a Valentines Game Night and
Sing-a-long on Friday, February 15 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. in
Ballantyne Hall. Everyone is encouraged to bring a dessert or sweet treat to
share. Please look for more information in the next newsletter. Contact Norm
and Flora Walker for more information or with questions.
Save the Date…Valentines Game Night and Sing-a-long
Page 12
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Community News
An Interfaith Gathering
for
Prayer & Reflection: Compassion
Thursday, February 28, 7:00 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
6200 Garrett St ., Garden City, ID 83714
Come share in an hour of prayers, songs, sacred texts & simple rituals of many of Boise’s faith communities. Light refreshments following. Questions? Call Rev. Kari
Sansgaard (921-4039)
Sponsored by Healing Our Future
YAMs—Young Adult Ministries at Hillview All Young Adults (18-40) are invited to join us for an evening of bowling at Big
Al’s in Meridian (at the corner of Fairview and Eagle) on Saturday, January 26 at
6 p.m. Let Maggie Edmondson know if you plan to attend, so we have an idea
how many lanes we may need.
JANUARY 9, 2013
Prayers Music Notes
Please remember in prayer: Dottie Hieber and Ruth McGough; the families of Tg Belcheir,. Lynn Conitz, Jack Cooney, Margaret Burris, and all others who mourn.
A note from Congregational Life… Please contact Maggie Edmondson, Minister of
Congregational Life,(891-4385). and the Church Office (375
-0392 if you know of someone in the hospital, so we are
better able to care for our members and friends of
Hillview.
Please add these names of military personnel to the list of those for whom we pray, as they are away from family and friends serving their country:
Jackson Irish, moving to Monterey, CA; Kevin Custer, USMC; Dustin
Soper; Cara Hammond, Air Force, Mississippi; Spec. Christopher
Fabela, Army; Sgt. Willie Fabela, USMC; Staff Sgt. Bryan Koepl, Army,
Goodfellow AFB, Texas; FR Christina Golovanoff, USCGC Mellon
based out of Seattle. To keep this listing of military personnel as up to date as possible, family members may call (375-0392) or email ([email protected]) the church office with information such as name, branch of service, and where serving.
Just a reminder… Do you know that Hillview’s Congregational Life Committee has Care Notes on
their bulletin board? Care Notes offer information, healing and hope in coping
with difficult life situations such as financial problems, death, depression, life-
threatening illnesses, divorce, etc. You are invited to select pamphlets helpful to
you, a family member or a friend and pass them along. Please let Maggie know if
there is a topic you need, but do not see on display. Page 6
Have you considered...
A New Year’s Resolution: I Will Make Music a Ministry!
Music is an important element of our Sunday worship services and we always welcome new members to our teams of singers, instrumentalists, and handbell ringers. Previous experience is not necessary. Members with experience are eager to encourage and help equip.
Singers, Bell Ringers, and Instrumentalists We welcome singers, bell ringers and instrumentalists to join the music groups as they prepare special music for Sunday services and special occasions like the Night of Music.
REHEARSALS are held in the sanctuary
RHAPSODY RINGERS (handbells) Wed 6:00 p.m.
CHANCEL CHOIR Wed 7:15 p.m.
Sun 9:20 a.m.
HILLVIEW INSTRUMENTS Sun 9:20 a.m. (and as needed)
Gene Lubiens, Director of Music cell: 989-5981 email: [email protected]
JANUARY 9, 2013
General Unit Meeting—Saturday, January 12
“Poverty—Why Are Our Neighbors Hungry?” Church Library, 10 a.m.
Gayle Woods will be our guest speaker at the January 12, 2013, general unit meeting at 10 am. .in the church
library. Gayle will help us answer the question of why we have families in our Boise community who come to
our Community Meal in need of a meal, especially towards the end of the month. We must “study” and explore
the root causes of why people are hungry so that we can include in our “actions” not only mercy (such as the
Community Meal and dropping off food for Community Ministries) but ways to be advocates for justice for
those who are hungry. All ladies are invited! If child care is needed, please contact Judy, 327-0541, to make
arrangements.
Lydia Circle to Begin New Study—“Things I Wish Jesus Said” Lydia Circle will begin a new study Tuesday, Jan. 15, 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the church library. Pastor Barbara’s
book Things I Wish Jesus Said offers an opportunity for conversation in exploring and challenging your faith in a
supportive community. Lydia Circle meets twice a month, the first and third Tuesdays. Contact Judy Halverson,
327-0541, for more information.
Women’s One-Day Retreat Saturday, February 16, 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Hillview UMC
“Drawing the Line”
Ladies, mark your calendar for the one-day retreat held at Hillview each year. Boundaries protect the special
identity God has given us. In this retreat, we will consider how and where to “draw the line”. It’s been nine
years since we’ve explored this topic about boundaries and it’s time to evaluate how we are doing in drawing the
line. Judy Halverson will be the facilitator.
Calendar for United Methodist Women Events
Jan. 12 General Unit Meeting
Feb. 10 Valentine Care Packages
Feb. 16 Women’s One-Day Retreat
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Monthly Circle Meetings:
Morning Book Club 2nd Monday at 9:30 a.m.
Meets at Barnes and Noble
Contact: Kristen Guyon, 322-5090
Evening Book Club: 2nd Monday at 6:30 p.m.,
church kitchen. Contact: Darlene Smith, 376-5977
Friends of Phoebe: 1st Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., church
kitchen. Child care.
Contact: Dawn Phipps, 713-1414
Lydia Circle: Meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday,
9:30 a.m. -11 a.m., church library.
New study to begin Jan. 15, “Things I Wish Jesus Said”.
Contact: Judy Halverson, 327-0541.
Fellowship Circle: Meets the 2nd Thursday of each
month at 7:00 p.m. in members’ homes.
Contact: Betsy Baughman, 424-7713.
News and Events
February 3rd, Hillview Youth will be collecting monetary and canned
food donations in large soup pots after each worship service for the
Community Ministry Center. This is our 8th participating in this
national effort to alleviate hunger! Save your change (though checks
and dollars are also welcome).
Youth News
JANUARY 9, 2013
Page 8
MYMU—Methodist Youth Moving Up Calling all 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders! Start the New Year off right and join us for a group of your very own! We will meet monthly, beginning in January, for food, fellowship, study, service, worship, and fun! Our first gathering will be on Sunday, January 27 from 12-3:30 p.m. We
will have a pizza party at the church following Sunday school,
and then carpool to Ice World for an afternoon of ice skating. The cost of this
event is $10 to cover admission and skate rental with scholarships available.
Permission slips and Emergency Contact forms are available in the Church Office.
Grownups, please contact Maggie Edmondson if you are able to serve as a
chaperone and/or a driver.
Adult Opportunities As we begin 2013, consider joining one of our ongoing or Basics classes and start the new year off right! January Basics Class: Bibles, Bibles! Why are there so many Bibles, and what are the differences? Join us for this 4-week study taught by Denny Haynes at 9:15 a.m. in the library beginning January 6.
Upcoming Basics Classes: February: What it Means to be a Reconciling Church with Gayle Woods and Michelle Ward March: Methodist Basics with Brian O’Morrow
Ongoing Classes: Nuts & Bolts: Conversations about faith and lifestyle topics that hold us
together. Meets at 9:15 a.m. in Room 10. Pastor’s Forum: A discussion group with Pastor Barbara that discusses
the sermon and current events. This class meets at 9:15 a.m. in Room 11 and at 11:15 a.m. in the east sanctuary.
Journey Through the Bible: An in-depth, sequential study of the Bible.
Meets at 11:15 a.m. in the library.
Jesus and Java: Fellowship and discussions on contemporary issues. Meets at 11:15 a.m. in Room 11.
Pastor’s Bible Study: An in-depth discussion of the biblical text for the
Sunday sermon. This class meets on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in the library. Reminder: There will be no midweek Bible Studies while Pastor Barbara is on leave. Bible Studies will resume on Tuesday, February 13.
Living the Question: Video-based curriculum based on small-group studies. Meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the library. Living the Questions, will begin a new 8-week study on January 15. Entitled Evolutionary
Christianity, this DVD study “sees the entire history of Cosmos and emergent complexity of
matter, life, consciousness, culture and technology in a sacred way.” If you’re interested in a
challenging conversation, please join us on Tuesday evenings For questions, call Gayle Woods
or Michelle Ward.
Confirmation Update We had nine wonderful and gifted Confirmands attend the retreat on January 4-5 along with their mentors. Confirmation Sunday will be here before we know it, and there are just two classes left:
January 20 (3:30 p.m.): Methodist History with Brian O’Morrow February 10 (3:30 p.m.): Going Forth and I Believe Statements
Please check out the Christian Education bulletin board for more information about our Confirmands and feel free to introduce yourself to them in the coming weeks!
Children’s Church now meets in Room 6 immediately following Kids & Grown-Ups Together during the 10 a.m. service. We will learn about Jesus’ baptism, Jesus’ first public miracle, and Jesus teaching in the Synagogue this
month. Join us as we continue to grow this reimagined ministry with our children. *On Communion Sundays, parents who wish for their children to participate in Communion
are invited to pick them up from Children’s Church as Communion is being served.
JANUARY 9, 2013
Page 8
MYMU—Methodist Youth Moving Up Calling all 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders! Start the New Year off right and join us for a group of your very own! We will meet monthly, beginning in January, for food, fellowship, study, service, worship, and fun! Our first gathering will be on Sunday, January 27 from 12-3:30 p.m. We
will have a pizza party at the church following Sunday school,
and then carpool to Ice World for an afternoon of ice skating. The cost of this
event is $10 to cover admission and skate rental with scholarships available.
Permission slips and Emergency Contact forms are available in the Church Office.
Grownups, please contact Maggie Edmondson if you are able to serve as a
chaperone and/or a driver.
Adult Opportunities As we begin 2013, consider joining one of our ongoing or Basics classes and start the new year off right! January Basics Class: Bibles, Bibles! Why are there so many Bibles, and what are the differences? Join us for this 4-week study taught by Denny Haynes at 9:15 a.m. in the library beginning January 6.
Upcoming Basics Classes: February: What it Means to be a Reconciling Church with Gayle Woods and Michelle Ward March: Methodist Basics with Brian O’Morrow
Ongoing Classes: Nuts & Bolts: Conversations about faith and lifestyle topics that hold us
together. Meets at 9:15 a.m. in Room 10. Pastor’s Forum: A discussion group with Pastor Barbara that discusses
the sermon and current events. This class meets at 9:15 a.m. in Room 11 and at 11:15 a.m. in the east sanctuary.
Journey Through the Bible: An in-depth, sequential study of the Bible.
Meets at 11:15 a.m. in the library.
Jesus and Java: Fellowship and discussions on contemporary issues. Meets at 11:15 a.m. in Room 11.
Pastor’s Bible Study: An in-depth discussion of the biblical text for the
Sunday sermon. This class meets on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. and on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in the library. Reminder: There will be no midweek Bible Studies while Pastor Barbara is on leave. Bible Studies will resume on Tuesday, February 13.
Living the Question: Video-based curriculum based on small-group studies. Meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the library. Living the Questions, will begin a new 8-week study on January 15. Entitled Evolutionary
Christianity, this DVD study “sees the entire history of Cosmos and emergent complexity of
matter, life, consciousness, culture and technology in a sacred way.” If you’re interested in a
challenging conversation, please join us on Tuesday evenings For questions, call Gayle Woods
or Michelle Ward.
Confirmation Update We had nine wonderful and gifted Confirmands attend the retreat on January 4-5 along with their mentors. Confirmation Sunday will be here before we know it, and there are just two classes left:
January 20 (3:30 p.m.): Methodist History with Brian O’Morrow February 10 (3:30 p.m.): Going Forth and I Believe Statements
Please check out the Christian Education bulletin board for more information about our Confirmands and feel free to introduce yourself to them in the coming weeks!
Children’s Church now meets in Room 6 immediately following Kids & Grown-Ups Together during the 10 a.m. service. We will learn about Jesus’ baptism, Jesus’ first public miracle, and Jesus teaching in the Synagogue this
month. Join us as we continue to grow this reimagined ministry with our children. *On Communion Sundays, parents who wish for their children to participate in Communion
are invited to pick them up from Children’s Church as Communion is being served.
JANUARY 9, 2013
General Unit Meeting—Saturday, January 12
“Poverty—Why Are Our Neighbors Hungry?” Church Library, 10 a.m.
Gayle Woods will be our guest speaker at the January 12, 2013, general unit meeting at 10 am. .in the church
library. Gayle will help us answer the question of why we have families in our Boise community who come to
our Community Meal in need of a meal, especially towards the end of the month. We must “study” and explore
the root causes of why people are hungry so that we can include in our “actions” not only mercy (such as the
Community Meal and dropping off food for Community Ministries) but ways to be advocates for justice for
those who are hungry. All ladies are invited! If child care is needed, please contact Judy, 327-0541, to make
arrangements.
Lydia Circle to Begin New Study—“Things I Wish Jesus Said” Lydia Circle will begin a new study Tuesday, Jan. 15, 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the church library. Pastor Barbara’s
book Things I Wish Jesus Said offers an opportunity for conversation in exploring and challenging your faith in a
supportive community. Lydia Circle meets twice a month, the first and third Tuesdays. Contact Judy Halverson,
327-0541, for more information.
Women’s One-Day Retreat Saturday, February 16, 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Hillview UMC
“Drawing the Line”
Ladies, mark your calendar for the one-day retreat held at Hillview each year. Boundaries protect the special
identity God has given us. In this retreat, we will consider how and where to “draw the line”. It’s been nine
years since we’ve explored this topic about boundaries and it’s time to evaluate how we are doing in drawing the
line. Judy Halverson will be the facilitator.
Calendar for United Methodist Women Events
Jan. 12 General Unit Meeting
Feb. 10 Valentine Care Packages
Feb. 16 Women’s One-Day Retreat
Page 7
Monthly Circle Meetings:
Morning Book Club 2nd Monday at 9:30 a.m.
Meets at Barnes and Noble
Contact: Kristen Guyon, 322-5090
Evening Book Club: 2nd Monday at 6:30 p.m.,
church kitchen. Contact: Darlene Smith, 376-5977
Friends of Phoebe: 1st Wednesday at 7:00 p.m., church
kitchen. Child care.
Contact: Dawn Phipps, 713-1414
Lydia Circle: Meets the 1st & 3rd Tuesday,
9:30 a.m. -11 a.m., church library.
New study to begin Jan. 15, “Things I Wish Jesus Said”.
Contact: Judy Halverson, 327-0541.
Fellowship Circle: Meets the 2nd Thursday of each
month at 7:00 p.m. in members’ homes.
Contact: Betsy Baughman, 424-7713.
News and Events
February 3rd, Hillview Youth will be collecting monetary and canned
food donations in large soup pots after each worship service for the
Community Ministry Center. This is our 8th participating in this
national effort to alleviate hunger! Save your change (though checks
and dollars are also welcome).
Youth News
JANUARY 9, 2013
Prayers Music Notes
Please remember in prayer: Dottie Hieber and Ruth McGough; the families of Tg Belcheir,. Lynn Conitz, Jack Cooney, Margaret Burris, and all others who mourn.
A note from Congregational Life… Please contact Maggie Edmondson, Minister of
Congregational Life,(891-4385). and the Church Office (375
-0392 if you know of someone in the hospital, so we are
better able to care for our members and friends of
Hillview.
Please add these names of military personnel to the list of those for whom we pray, as they are away from family and friends serving their country:
Jackson Irish, moving to Monterey, CA; Kevin Custer, USMC; Dustin
Soper; Cara Hammond, Air Force, Mississippi; Spec. Christopher
Fabela, Army; Sgt. Willie Fabela, USMC; Staff Sgt. Bryan Koepl, Army,
Goodfellow AFB, Texas; FR Christina Golovanoff, USCGC Mellon
based out of Seattle. To keep this listing of military personnel as up to date as possible, family members may call (375-0392) or email ([email protected]) the church office with information such as name, branch of service, and where serving.
Just a reminder… Do you know that Hillview’s Congregational Life Committee has Care Notes on
their bulletin board? Care Notes offer information, healing and hope in coping
with difficult life situations such as financial problems, death, depression, life-
threatening illnesses, divorce, etc. You are invited to select pamphlets helpful to
you, a family member or a friend and pass them along. Please let Maggie know if
there is a topic you need, but do not see on display. Page 6
Have you considered...
A New Year’s Resolution: I Will Make Music a Ministry!
Music is an important element of our Sunday worship services and we always welcome new members to our teams of singers, instrumentalists, and handbell ringers. Previous experience is not necessary. Members with experience are eager to encourage and help equip.
Singers, Bell Ringers, and Instrumentalists We welcome singers, bell ringers and instrumentalists to join the music groups as they prepare special music for Sunday services and special occasions like the Night of Music.
REHEARSALS are held in the sanctuary
RHAPSODY RINGERS (handbells) Wed 6:00 p.m.
CHANCEL CHOIR Wed 7:15 p.m.
Sun 9:20 a.m.
HILLVIEW INSTRUMENTS Sun 9:20 a.m. (and as needed)
Gene Lubiens, Director of Music cell: 989-5981 email: [email protected]
JANUARY 9, 2013
The Congregational Life Committee is hosting a Valentines Game Night and
Sing-a-long on Friday, February 15 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. in
Ballantyne Hall. Everyone is encouraged to bring a dessert or sweet treat to
share. Please look for more information in the next newsletter. Contact Norm
and Flora Walker for more information or with questions.
Save the Date…Valentines Game Night and Sing-a-long
Page 12
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Community News
An Interfaith Gathering
for
Prayer & Reflection: Compassion
Thursday, February 28, 7:00 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
6200 Garrett St ., Garden City, ID 83714
Come share in an hour of prayers, songs, sacred texts & simple rituals of many of Boise’s faith communities. Light refreshments following. Questions? Call Rev. Kari
Sansgaard (921-4039)
Sponsored by Healing Our Future
YAMs—Young Adult Ministries at Hillview All Young Adults (18-40) are invited to join us for an evening of bowling at Big
Al’s in Meridian (at the corner of Fairview and Eagle) on Saturday, January 26 at
6 p.m. Let Maggie Edmondson know if you plan to attend, so we have an idea
how many lanes we may need.
JANUARY 9, 2013
Page 4 Page 13
.January 30 is the date of our next Community Meal. Sign up to help and start a
new tradition for the New Year! We had several new people that helped with the
December meal and my hope is that they found it a rewarding experience. See the
sign-up sheet in the Gathering Area to see how you can become involved in this
ministry. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Marilesta Nelson
375-5116 or email her at [email protected]
Have you ever thought that you might like to welcome people as they come
through the doors on Sunday morning or help hand out bulletins and help with
offering but don’t know who to contact? We are always looking for people to
helpwith those activities. If you are interested in serving in those activities, please
call or email Marilesta Nelson at 375-5116 or email her at [email protected]
Training is provided.
Join Us
Calling All VBS Volunteers!
Interested in helping with Vacation Bible School this year? Then we have a place for you! We will have an organizational meeting on Wednesday, January 16, at 6 p.m. in the library to discuss plans for our upcoming VBS June 24-28, 2013. We are looking for leaders to coordinate Recreation, Snacks, Missions, Assembly Time, Science, Music, Crafts, Bible Storytelling, etc. Please let Maggie Edmondson know if you’re interested in helping with VBS but are unable to attend the meeting.
JANUARY 9, 2013
Page 3
Faith In Action
Please Remember as You Shop
Ongoing needs for Community Ministries Food Center include: peanut butter and
jelly, mac and cheese, tuna, rice, dry beans, diapers, formula, personal hygiene
items, bus passes, office supplies, and ziploc bags. Packages of hot dogs are
always welcome. Please leave in the church kitchen freezer with a note (for
CM) and a note saying "hot dogs in freezer" in the canned and dry food cabinet
in the Gathering Area. Two new ideas have been presented to our Faith in Action Committee: One, that we donate
cookware and tableware, or other kitchen items to CM. Two, that some of us who donate food
once a month, consider donating on the third Sunday of each month since Food Stamp recipients
often need assistance before the end of the month.
"Living Generously" is the theme of our 2013 stewardship campaign. I believe this is a description of Hillview. We are a living, active and functioning part of the family of God. We are also generous with each other and in support of others in need both locally, nationally and around the world in all their circumstances; hunger, disaster, homelessness ….
Merriam-Webster defines: Living: a: having life, b: active, functioning. Generous: a: characterized by a noble or forbearing spirit, b:
liberal in giving, c: marked by abundance or ample proportions.
The campaign will be taking place during the month of January. Throughout this month, we will be providing additional information about our needs (budget) and how those funds will be used. All of the things that Hillview accomplishes take money. Please prayerfully consider what you can do this year. You will be receiving pledge cards. On February 3, we will receive and consecrate your gifts to continue and expand our work for Christ. Curtis Kron Chair, Finance
"Living Generously"
Family Lenten Fair
All families are invited to participate in the Lenten Fair on Sunday, February 10 from Noon until 2 p.m. in Ballantyne Hall. We will be learning about the ways that God loves us, takes care of us, and counts the hairs on our heads each day during Lent as we explore the Lenten Devotional we will use this year.
There is a suggested $10 (per family) donation, with scholarships available, to cover the cost of lunch and supplies. Everyone is invited welcome to attend. Registration forms are available on the Christian Education bulletin board and in the Church Office. Contact Maggie Edmondson for more information or with questions.
JANUARY 9, 2013
Random Musings from Pastor Barbara Our Church Staff Pastor
Barbara Nixon [email protected] 991-8464 cell
Minister of Congregational Life
Maggie Edmondson [email protected] 208-375.0392
Director of Music
Gene Lubiens [email protected] 208-989-5981
Director of Technology and Communication
Jeff Thompson [email protected] 208-830-5777
Organist/Pianist
Suzanne Walch [email protected] 208-514-5945
Secretary
Claudia Flora [email protected] 208-375-0392
Youth Directors
Claire Chambers [email protected] 208-761-7528
Jeff Thompson [email protected] 208-830-5777
Custodian
Mariya Gavrilutsa
Nursery Director
Peggy Sheldon 888-4566
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My renewal / study leave begins on Monday, January 14! I have a day at home to make final preparations and then I depart on Tuesday afternoon for India. I will be there for a little over three weeks, coming home in time to have a few days of rest before I return to work on February 11. I am, of course, very excited about this trip. I have wanted to visit India for some time, both to immerse myself in the culture and to experience a more Eastern understanding of Jesus and what being Christian looks like in such a multireligious part of the world. I have much to learn.
I confess to you that it is hard for me to be away for four weeks. I love my work. I love this church and all we are learning together. I hate to miss ANYTHING! I know lots of you feel the same way. This means that the time away may be something I, and you, need very much. I have no doubt that Hillview, with its loving spirit and fine leadership, will have no trouble while I am away. I am sure you have no doubt that I will do just fine traipsing around India on my personal adventure. It is good, however, for all of us to experience how true this is. We will have much to share when I return.
People have asked if I will be writing a blog or otherwise communicating while
I am in India. The answer is “No.” I will do my best to send a couple of
emails to the church office (as well as to family and friends), but I do not
intend to make regular comment on my travels. Claudia will have my itinerary
and, if it interests you, she can tell you where I am on any given day. I
welcome your prayers during this time. Please know that I will be holding all
of you in prayer as well.
Reminder: There will be no midweek Bible Studies while Pastor Barbara is on
leave. Bible Studies will resume on Tuesday, February 13.
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Dates to Remember
January 16
VBS organizational meeting
January 27
MYMU pizza & ice skating
February 3
Souper Bowl of Caring
February 10
Lenten Fair
We are a Reconciling Congregation, welcoming all persons into full
participation in the life of the congregation regardless of age, sexual
orientation, gender identity, family configuration, racial or ethnic background,
economic status, or mental or physical abilities. As we journey to the
reconciliation of all persons as children of God, we celebrate our human
family’s diversity.
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