Bulletin – September 30, 2018

HMC EVENTS

Roots Up! begins this week. Come out on Wednesday, October 3 for the official launch of this ministry. There’s something for everyone from babies to adult! Come to the gym doors at 6:30. Adults, please sign up in the foyer if you’re planning to be part of the Discovery Explored study time. There is a quick Roots Up! Volunteer Meeting following the service today in A/B.

Sr Youth Kick Off Party at the Rusnak’s on Friday, October 5 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Dress for outdoor fun and a campfire. Youth are responsible for arranging their own rides.

Young at Heart will gather on Thursday, October 11 at 11:00. Roberta Arnold from Operation Christmas Child will be sharing about the ministry. Tickets for the hot Thanksgiving luncheon are available in the foyer for $17.

Gather to Grow! Get connected with a G2G group this Fall! See the podium in the foyer to explore all your options, and sign up to be part of a life-changing, spirit-feeding group of believers.

OTHER EVENTS

Fall Regional OASIS Rally: a gathering especially for seniors. Saturday, October 27 at 10:00 a.m. at HMC. Hear Roger and Shirley Pavy in concert and listen to Llyod and Marie Fretz as they bring a message of encouragement. A freewill offering will be taken for the concert and ministry of OASIS. A catered lunch will follow for $12. For reservations, please call Ivan Preston 519-585-7514 or email okmagay@yahoo.com

OPPORTUNITIES

U18 Volunteers Needed! We are looking for Sunday morning volunteers to help with the program downstairs, as well as female leaders for our Friday night senior youth program. If you’re able to assist with either of these, please connect with Pastor Amos.

We have a lovely new welcome centre thanks to the hard work of some volunteer handymen. We would like to see this space used on Sunday morning as a spot where newcomers can go to learn more about HMC, what we stand for, and what we have to offer. We want to see this station manned by some warm and friendly faces. Cindy Dietz will be championing this ministry, but is looking for some help. If you’d be willing to stand (or sit) at this desk before and after a Sunday service, please connect with Cindy, the church office, or Pastor Dave.

WORDS OF THANKS

Dorothy Schmitt would like to thank the pastors and congregation for making her 95th birthday such a special occasion .

CONGRATULATIONS

There will be a Come & Go to celebrate the birthdays of Larry (75) and Joan (80) Kreuger on Saturday, October 6 from 1-4 p.m. in Auditorium A/B. Best wishes only.

WELCOME TO THE TEAM! We’re happy to announce that Lucas Dietz is working as our new co-op student, shadowing Pastor Amos and contributing to the U18 ministry this semester.

The Good Life Part 1 #ThingsJesusSaid [Sermon on the Mount] — Sermon Video

#ThingsJesusSaid
1 – The Good Life Pt 1
Matthew 5:1-5

Key Idea: The good life starts with Jesus.

1. The good life is about needing Jesus. (Matt 5:3)

2. The good life is about dealing with sin. (Matt 5:4)

3) The good life is about giving Jesus the control. (Matt 5:5)

 

Matthew 5:1-5 New International Version (NIV)

Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount

Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, and he began to teach them.

The Beatitudes

He said:

“Blessed are the poor in spirit,
    for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn,
    for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek,
    for they will inherit the earth.

New International Version (NIV)Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica

Bulletin — September 23, 2018

EVENTS

Roots Up! Open House. Join us on Wednesday, September 26 for a connecting time of fun and treats. 6:30-8:00 p.m. Everyone is invited!

DISCOVERY: Find Your Gifts is a weekend training session, designed to help you understand your spiritual gifts. September 28 (7-9) & 29 (10-3). A catered lunch will be provided. Today is your last chance to sign up.

Sr Youth Kick Off Party at the Rusnak’s on Friday, October 5 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Dress for outdoor fun and a campfire. Youth are responsible for arranging their own rides.

Young at Heart will gather on Thursday, October 11 at 11:00. Tickets for the hot luncheon will be available next week for $16.

OPPORTUNITIES

HMC JOB POSTING: custodial assistant. This position would offer an average of ten hours per week, sharing various cleaning and maintenance duties around our facility with Marianne. Please direct all resumes to dave@hanovermissionary.com by Monday, September 24.

U18 Volunteers Needed! We are looking for Sunday morning volunteers to help with the program downstairs, as well as female leaders for our Friday night senior youth program. If you’re able to assist with either of these, please connect with Pastor Amos.

We have a lovely new welcome centre thanks to the hard work of some volunteer handymen. We would like to see this space used on Sunday morning as a spot where newcomers can go to learn more about HMC, what we stand for, and what we have to offer. We want to see this station manned by some warm and friendly faces. Cindy Dietz will be championing this ministry, but is looking for some help. If you’d be willing to stand (or sit) at this desk before and after a Sunday service, please connect with Cindy, the church office, or Pastor Dave.

WORDS OF THANKS

Milly Crawford extends her gratitude to the pastors for their support after the passing of her husband, Bob. She also wishes to thank the team who put together the funeral luncheon.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Brian and Tamara Vetter who welcomed baby Andrew on August 21.

A very happy birthday to Dorothy Schmitt, who is celebrating her 95th on Friday, September 28!

There will be a Come & Go to celebrate the birthdays of Larry (75) and Joan (80) Kreuger on Saturday, October 6 from 1-4 p.m. in Auditorium A/B. Best wishes only.

Bulletin – September 9, 2018

Events

Mortar & Stones Join us tonight at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of prayer. Our focus will be the Fall launch of our ministries.

Young at Heart will gather on Thursday, September 13 at 11:00. Dave Danton will bring some music and Greg Dow will be giving an update from the Bruce Grey Mentorship program. Tickets for the hot luncheon are available today for $16.

Join us next Sunday, September 16 for Party in the Park at 10:00 a.m. We will be gathering at the Hanover Park for a service, child dedication, baptisms, BBQ, and fun! If you would like to be baptized in the river on this day, please connect with a pastor. Please bring along a salad or side dish to share. Drinks, hotdogs/hamburgers, and dessert provided.

Moms & Tots is kicking off their fall season on Wednesday, September 12 at 9:30 a.m. It’s a great time for mothers of young children to get together and share life! If you’re available to help with childcare during this time, please connect with Ellie Cox or Alisha DeVisser.

Jr Pitch is coming on September 21-23 and is an exciting weekend camping opportunity for youth in grade 7 and 8. Forms are available outside the main office. Early bird registration rate ends on September 16 so be sure to sign up before then!

Bring a friend and come to the Annual Operation Christmas Child Launch on Monday, September 24 at 2:00 p.m. at HMC. Come and learn about all the different steps in a shoebox’s journey and hear impact stories along the way. To RSVP, please contact Rose and Joel Cote toro.cote@hotmail.ca or 519-364-6707.

Sr Youth Kick Off Party at the Rusnak’s on Friday, October 5 from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. Dress for outdoor fun and a campfire. Youth are responsible for arranging their own rides.

Fall Regional OASIS Rally: a gathering especially for seniors. Saturday, October 27 at 10:00 a.m. at HMC. Hear Roger and Shirley Pay in concert and listen to Llyod and Marie Fretz as they bring a message of encouragement. A freewill offering will be taken for the concert and ministry of OASIS. A catered lunch will follow for $12. For reservations, please call Ivan Preston 519-585-7514 or email okmagay@yahoo.com

PRAYER REQUESTS

Our Condolences to Milly Crawford on the passing of her husband Bob on Friday, September 7. Please remember Milly and her family in your prayers as they grieve.

OPPORTUNITIES

HMC JOB POSTING: custodial assistant. This position would offer an average of ten hours per week, sharing various cleaning and maintenance duties around our facility with Marianne. Please direct all resumes to dave@hanovermissionary.com by Monday, September 24.

U18 Volunteers Needed! We are looking for Sunday morning volunteers to help with the program downstairs, as well as female leaders for our Friday night senior youth program. If you’re able to assist with either of these, please connect with Pastor Amos.

Our kids have been given three ‘Sent Out’ Challenges: in their neighbourhood, the community, and around the world! Each child has also received a ‘Flat Disciple’. Remember to complete the challenges, snap a photo, and share it with the hashtag #HMCSentOut. Visit the Summer Slam page on our website to download the challenge sheet, or pick one up outside the Admin Centre.

WHAT’S UP WITH ROOTS UP?

This fall we are launching a new multi-generational midweek ministry called ROOTS UP. On Wednesday night, people of all ages will be invited out for a time of connection and discovery. Stay turned for more information, but mark these dates on your calendar:
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Soft Launch for our kids (grade SK-8)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Open House for all ages
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Adult Track Begins (visit the table in the foyer to learn more about this)

Why Pray? — Sermon Video

(September 9 Comprehensive Sermon Notes, Brian Austin)

Passages we will look at today: (Page numbers in your Pew Bibles)

738 Matthew 7:7-11 824
749 Matthew 18:19-20
823 John 14:12-13
824 John 15:4-8
825 John 16:23-24
825 John 16:26-27
862 Romans 8:26-27
476 Psalm 139:7-12

Why is it so easy to believe that God CAN do something we ask for, but so difficult to believe that He WILL do what we ask for?

Pg 749 Matthew 18:19-20 NIV — If this promise is true, a husband and wife team, two friends, two children – can tap into immense power. Why then are we so slow to come together to pray?

Pg 752 Matthew 21:21-22 NIV — If this promise is true, how do we get past doubt? And why do we dare so little and ask so small?

Pg 823 John 14:12-13 NIV — What does it mean to “Ask in His Name?” And how far should we take His promises?

Pg 862 Romans 8:26-27 & 34 NIV  — What is the significance of having both Jesus and the Holy Spirit interceding for us?

Pg 809 John 1: 1-5

Why does God DELIGHT IN US?

Prayer is time spent with THE MOST POWERFUL BEING IN EXISTENCE who DELIGHTS IN YOU! Who KNOWS YOU BY NAME! Who KNOWS EVERYTHING ABOUT YOU, BUT STILL LOVES YOU!

Pg 824 John 15:4-8  —
Apart from me [Jesus] you can do NOTHING! Not a very flattering statement. How do we learn to live IN HIM?

Pg 476 Psalm 139: 7-12  —If you feel like God is distant, read that passage  over and over. Memorize it. If you wish God would keep His distance a bit more, read that passage and surrender to Him.

What changes when we pray for our Pastors?
What changes when we pray for our Ministry Council?
How far can you dare to trust God?

Jesus raised the dead. He healed lepers. He TOUCHED lepers, an absolute taboo of His day. He healed the deaf, the blind, the crippled. And He told us WE CAN DO GREATER THINGS! Are we supposed to believe that? Are we supposed to act on that?

Can we trust Him when we don’t understand?
Can we trust Him, when the hurt is deeper than we ever thought we could endure?

Are you praying for our kids?
Are you praying for their teachers?
What lifts you, fills you, but never leaves you feeling bloated?

Pg 932 – James 4:2-3 —
Why does He want us to ASK when He already knows what we need?
Why does He want us to ASK, when He already knows what we need?

Pastor Dave’s Challenge – 10 people coming to know God through the ministry of HMC this year. Too big or too small a goal?

If we truly believe what Jesus said, why do we ask so small, and dare so little?

Pg 951 Revelation 3:20 ESV — Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him, and eat with him, and he with me.

 

Additional Passages on Prayer (and Fasting) we won’t have time to look at today:
(Page numbers in your Pew Bibles)
338 2 Chronicles 7:14
345 2 Chronicles 20:2-4
368 Ezra 8:21-23
562 Isaiah 58:3-10
688 Joel 1:13-14
689 Joel 2:12-18
702 Jonah 3:5-10
735 Matthew 4:1-4
737 Matthew 6:9-12
737 Mathew 6:16-18
793 Luke 11:2-4
823 John 16:26-27

Bulletin — September 2, 2018

HMC Events

Mortar & Stones Join us on Sunday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of prayer. Our focus will be our Fall launch of our ministries.

Party in the Park Mark Sunday, September 16 at 10:00 a.m. on your calendars. We will be gathering at the Hanover Park for a service, baptisms, BBQ, and fun! If you would like to be baptized in the river on this day, please connect with a pastor. Please bring along a salad or side dish to share. Drinks, hotdogs/hamburgers, and dessert provided.

Moms & Tots is kicking off their fall season on Wednesday, September 12 at 9:30 a.m. It’s a great time for mothers of young children to get together and share life! If you’re available to help with childcare during this time, please connect with Ellie Cox or Alisha DeVisser.

Jr Pitch is coming on September 21-23 and is an exciting weekend camping opportunity for youth in grade 7 and 8. Forms are available outside the main office. Early bird registration rate ends on September 16 so be sure to sign up before then! Are you a certified male leader and willing to hang out with a group of kids for the weekend? Please connect with Pastor Amos or Melissa McDougall.

The September Daily Bread is available at the welcome centre today.

New Nursery/Preschool schedules are available today as well as Ushers/Greeters.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for Dave Peckham who is experiencing some health concerns.

Our Condolences to the friends and family of Ruth Kuepfer who passed away on Saturday, August 25. Please pray for the family as they grieve.

OPPORTUNITIES

Help us turn our portable into a comfortable and inviting meeting space! If you have used furniture in good condition you’re willing to donate, please let us know.

Our kids have been given three ‘Sent Out’ Challenges: in their neighbourhood, the community, and around the world! Each child has also received a ‘Flat Disciple’. Remember to complete the challenges, snap a photo, and share it with the hashtag #HMCSentOut. Visit the Summer Slam page on our website to download the challenge sheet, or pick one up in the foyer.

WHAT’S UP WITH ROOTS UP?

This fall we are launching a new multi-generational midweek ministry called ROOTS UP. On Wednesday night, people of all ages will be invited out for a time of connection and discovery. Stay turned for more information, but mark these dates on your calendar:
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Soft Launch for our kids (grade SK-8)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Open House for all ages
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3 @ 6:30 p.m. — Roots Up Adult Track Begins