BULLETIN – June 25, 2017

We continue to raise money to pay for our roof repair. As of Friday, June 23, we have raised a total of $50,895.62 towards our ultimate goal of $115,000. Thank you for your ongoing generosity towards this need.

Prayer is still happening! Plan to join in before the service at 9:30 a.m. at the front of the sanctuary.

Beginning in July we will be reducing our office hours to Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. The office will be closed on Fridays. To reach a pastor on those days, please use the Pastoral Care Line 519-379-1752

Because of this shift in office hours, if you require anything to be included in the weekly bulletin, this information must be submitted to the church office no later than Wednesday at noon. Thank you for your understanding.

Large Print Daily Bread is available in the foyer.

HMC EVENTS

Our next Building Connections Sunday will be on July 16. Plan to stick around after the service (and bring something to contribute) for a Strawberry Social!

Blue Jay’s Once again, a bus will be going to Toronto to take in a game this summer. Mark your calendars for July 29. The $50 tickets are available in the foyer on a first come, first served basis.

Summer Slam VBS ‘Love Your Neighbour’ will be August 21-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for children in SK-grade 6. Forms are now available in the foyer and online!

OPPORTUNITIES

If you’re thinking about being a volunteer on the Summer Slam VBS team this year, let Pastor Amos or Marie know and plan to come for a brief meeting after the service today in Auditorium A/B.

—Thank you for the water bottles that were brought it. Enough have been donated. Please save your old newspapers for Summer Slam crafts. These can be dropped off at the office during office hours.—

Mom’s and Tot’s is looking for someone without small children to take on a leadership role within the ministry: to help organize childcare and coordinate events/ideas (i.e. leading craft days, cooking days, arranging a Bible study), while still including and incorporating the ideas and needs of the mother’s who attend.

We are looking for volunteers to join our tech crew! If you’d be willing to sit in the sound booth once a month and run the computer (song, announcement, and sermon slides) please let the church office know.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for Rob Fletcher, (son of Chuck & Carol, father of Tiffany) who is in the hospital with a tumour on his spine. Please pray for the doctors as they work to minimize his pain, and for the family as they navigate this time.

Please continue to remember the Pastoral Search Team in your prayers. Pray for wisdom and discernment as they make important decisions regarding the future of HMC.

There is a booklet of prayer requests specific to the needs of HMC. It is being printed in small numbers with simple formatting so your suggestions can be added. We want it to be a dynamic, living, changing document. These booklets are available in the foyer, or by speaking with Karen Schmalz or Brian Austin. Alternatively, if you’d like to receive daily prayer reminders delivered to your email, you can sign up at eepurl.com/cM9ZVj

MISSIONS CORNER

MISSIONARY OF THE MONTH: Kevin and Michelle Weppler serving with Greater Europe Mission (GEM) in Southern Romania.

Please pray for three of the local girls who were just baptized, that they would stay strong in their faith. Please pray for GEM interns that are with Kevin and Michelle, that they would find their spot to serve HIM.

Kevin and Michelle wish to thank HMC for the continued prayer and financial support.

Missions Opportunity in Romania, September 2017 with GEM. For information pick up a brochure under the missions board in the foyer.

BULLETIN – June 18, 2017

We continue to raise money to pay for our roof repair. As of Friday, June 16, we have raised a total of $50,190.62 towards our ultimate goal of $115,000. Thank you for your ongoing generosity towards this need.

Prayer is still happening! Plan to join in before the service at 9:30 a.m. at the front of the sanctuary.

Beginning in July we will be reducing our office hours to Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. The office will be closed on Fridays. To reach a pastor on those days, please use the Pastoral Care Line 519-379-1752

HMC EVENTS

It’s a Building Connections Sunday! Plan to stay after the service today and enjoy a slice of pie before heading off to your Father’s Day celebrations.

Our annual HMC Budget Meeting is this Thursday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m. We are aiming for the meeting to end by 8:00—8:30 p.m. at the latest. Members and regular attendees are encouraged to attend. Before Thursday, please think about who should be nominated for the Nomination Committee. Information about this role is available in the foyer. If you have questions you would like answered in the Ministry Council report, please get those to Ron DeVisser ASAP.

The Men in Action invite you to join in on a Family Canoe Trip on Sunday, June 25 following the service. There will be two options: 1 is a two hour trip and 2 is a four hour trip – both ending up at Bill Kranenburg’s camp for a BBQ supper. Children, grandchildren, and wives are welcome to participate. See the sign up in the foyer.

Blue Jay’s Once again, a bus will be going to Toronto to take in a game this summer. Mark your calendars for July 29. The $50 tickets are available in the foyer on a first come, first served basis.

Summer Slam VBS ‘Love Your Neighbour’ will be August 21-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for children in SK-grade 6. Forms are now available in the foyer!

OPPORTUNITIES

If you’re thinking about being a volunteer on the Summer Slam VBS team this year, let Pastor Amos or Marie know and plan to come for a brief meeting after the service on June 25.

—Please save your old newspapers for Summer Slam crafts. These can be dropped off at the office during office hours.—

Mom’s and Tot’s is looking for someone without small children to take on a leadership role within the ministry: to help organize childcare and coordinate events/ideas (i.e. leading craft days, cooking days, arranging a Bible study), while still including and incorporating the ideas and needs of the mother’s who attend.

We are looking for volunteers to join our tech crew! If you’d be willing to sit in the sound booth once a month and run the computer (song, announcement, and sermon slides) please let the church office know.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for Rob Fletcher, (son of Chuck & Carol, father of Tiffany) who is in the hospital with a tumour on his spine. Please pray for the doctors as they work to minimize his pain, and for the family as they navigate this time.

Please continue to remember the Pastoral Search Team in your prayers. Pray for wisdom and discernment as they make important decisions regarding the future of HMC.

There is a booklet of prayer requests specific to the needs of HMC. It is being printed in small numbers with simple formatting so your suggestions can be added. We want it to be a dynamic, living, changing document. These booklets are available in the foyer, or by speaking with Karen Schmalz or Brian Austin. Alternatively, if you’d like to receive daily prayer reminders delivered to your email, you can sign up at eepurl.com/cM9ZVj

MISSIONS CORNER

MISSIONARY OF THE MONTH: Kevin and Michelle Weppler serving with Greater Europe Mission (GEM) in Southern Romania.

Please pray for three of the local girls who were just baptized, that they would stay strong in their faith. Please pray for GEM interns that are with Kevin and Michelle, that they would find their spot to serve HIM.

Kevin and Michelle wish to thank HMC for the continued prayer and financial support.

Missions Opportunity in Romania, September 2017 with GEM. For information pick up a brochure under the missions board in the foyer.

BULLETIN – June 11, 2017

We continue to raise money to pay for our roof repair. As of Friday, June 9, we have raised a total of $49,890.62 towards our ultimate goal of $115,000. Thank you for your ongoing generosity towards this need.

Prayer is still happening! Plan to join in before the service at 9:30 a.m. at the front of the sanctuary.
Beginning in July we will be reducing our office hours to Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. The office will be closed on Fridays. To reach a pastor on those days, please use the Pastoral Care Line 519-379-1752

HMC EVENTS

The Senior Youth are celebrating the end of the year with a BEACH DAY! Meet at the church at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 17 with all your beach gear and some spending money for supper. Returning to Pastor Amos’ house for a bonfire. Please arrange pick up there for 11:00 p.m. Permission forms are available in the foyer and online.

Our annual HMC Budget Meeting will be on Thursday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m. Come for a closer look at our finances, to vote on the new budget, and for an update from Ministry Council.

The Men in Action invite you to join in on a Family Canoe Trip on Sunday, June 25 following the service. There will be two options: 1 is a two hour trip and 2 is a four hour trip – both ending up at Bill Kranenburg’s camp for a BBQ supper. Children, grandchildren, and wives are welcome to participate. See the sign up in the foyer.

Blue Jay’s Once again, a bus will be going to Toronto to take in a game this summer. Mark your calendars for July 29. The $50 tickets are available in the foyer on a first come, first served basis.

Summer Slam VBS ‘Love Your Neighbour’ will be August 21-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for children in SK-grade 6. More information to come!

OPPORTUNITIES

If you’re thinking about being a volunteer on the Summer Slam VBS team this year, let Pastor Amos or Marie know and plan to come for a brief meeting after the service on June 25.

—Please save your 500 mL water bottles and old newspapers for Summer Slam crafts. These can be dropped off at the office during office hours.—

Mom’s and Tot’s is looking for someone without small children to take on a leadership role within the ministry: to help organize childcare and coordinate events/ideas (i.e. leading craft days, cooking days, arranging a Bible study), while still including and incorporating the ideas and needs of the mother’s who attend.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for Ed Schipper who is in Walkerton Hospital with some health concerns.

Please continue to remember the Pastoral Search Team in your prayers. Pray for wisdom and discernment as they make important decisions regarding the future of HMC.

There is a booklet of prayer requests specific to the needs of HMC. It is being printed in small numbers with simple formatting so your suggestions can be added. We want it to be a dynamic, living, changing document. These booklets are available in the foyer, or by speaking with Karen Schmalz or Brian Austin. Alternatively, if you’d like to receive daily prayer reminders delivered to your email, you can sign up at eepurl.com/cM9ZVj

WORDS OF THANKS

Dear Staff, Ministry Council, and congregation, Our deepest thanks for the thoughtful and super-fun celebration last Sunday. The cards, gifts, words of encouragement, and special moments made our farewell so meaningful. The very beautiful quilt now covers our bed—a warm reminder of your love for us! We pray God’s blessing as you continue grow together in Christ.
—The Mills’ Family

Wow! Wow! Wow! What a huge blessing you folks are to our “clothing give aways” on the Saugeen Reserve! Thank you so much for all your very generous donations of clothing etc…Many, many people will be blessed by your kindness and generosity! Thank you again for your willingness to meet a tangible need in this community! May the Lord bless you abundantly!
—Stan & Sally Bragg

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Pastor Lyndsay who received her Practice in Spiritual Direction Certificate from Emmaus Formation Centre after completing a 3 year program! Well done Lyndsay! We’re proud of you!

OTHER EVENTS

OASIS Golden Gateway at Stayner Bible Conference Grounds from Monday June 12 – Friday, June 16. Contact Donna or Ivan Preston for more information or to book your stay (519-585-7514).

MISSIONS CORNER

MISSIONARY OF THE MONTH: Kevin and Michelle Weppler serving with Greater Europe Mission (GEM) in Southern Romania.

Please pray for three of the local girls who were just baptized, that they would stay strong in their faith. Please pray for GEM interns that are with Kevin and Michelle, that they would find their spot to serve HIM.

Kevin and Michelle wish to thank HMC for the continued prayer and financial support.

Missions Opportunity in Romania, September 2017 with GEM. For information pick up a brochure under the missions board in the foyer.

Bulletin – June 4, 2017

We continue to raise money to pay for our roof repair. As of Friday, May 26, we have raised a total of $49,320.62 towards our ultimate goal of $115,000. Thank you for your ongoing generosity towards this need.

Prayer is still happening!  Plan to join in before the service at 9:30 a.m. at the front of the sanctuary.

We have switched to a single 10:00 a.m. Sunday morning service, beginning today and moving forward.

HMC EVENTS                                                                                                                   

Join us after the service today as we share a meal together in celebration of Pastor Jason and family. Let’s send them off well with a time of fun, remembering, and fellowship.

The Young at Heart are gathering for their final meeting of the season on Thursday, June 8 at 11:00 a.m. at Carrick Camp. Anna Hopkins will be providing a special picnic lunch and Wendy Donaldson will be bringing a therapy dog and sharing about this great branch of St John Ambulance. Visit Nelles in the foyer for a $15 ticket. Anyone needing a ride to the camp should contact Evelyn Howe or Gloria Burrow.

Our annual HMC Budget Meeting will be on Thursday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m. Come for a closer look at our finances, to vote on the new budget, and for an update from Ministry Council.

Blue Jay’s Once again, a bus will be going to Toronto to take in a game this summer. Mark your calendars for July 29. The $50 tickets are available in the foyer on a first come, first served basis.

Summer Slam VBS ‘Love Your Neighbour’ will be August 21-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for children in SK-grade 6. More information to come!                                                                                                                                                                                  If you’re thinking about being a volunteer on the Summer Slam VBS team this year, let Pastor Amos or Marie know and plan to come for a brief meeting after the service on June 25.

Mom’s and Tot’s is looking for someone without small children to take on a leadership role within the ministry: to help organize childcare and coordinate events/ideas (i.e. leading craft days, cooking days, arranging a Bible study), while still including and incorporating the ideas and needs of the mother’s who attend.

PRAYER REQUESTS                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Please pray for Pastor Jason & Erika, Shawna & Elijah as they move into a new chapter of life. Thank God for Jason’s educational opportunities. Pray for a ministry placement for Erika. Pray for wisdom as they consider questions of moving or staying, where they will worship as a family, and schooling for the kids.

Our Condolences to Paul & Alison West on the passing of Paul’s aunt, Lois Gwyneth Jones on May 25. Please remember the family in your prayers as they grieve.

Please continue to remember the Pastoral Search Team in your prayers. Pray for wisdom and discernment as they make important decisions regarding the future of HMC.

There is a booklet of prayer requests specific to the needs of HMC. It is being printed in small numbers with simple formatting so your suggestions can be added. We want it to be a dynamic, living, changing document. These booklets are available in the foyer, or by speaking with Karen Schmalz or Brian Austin. Alternatively, if you’d like to receive daily prayer reminders delivered to your email, you can sign up at eepurl.com/cM9ZVj 

OTHER EVENTS                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Carrick Camp will be kicking off their season on June 4 at 7:00 p.m. Visit carrickcamp.com for a full summer calendar.

OASIS Golden Gateway at Stayner Bible Conference Grounds from Monday June 12 – Friday, June 16. Contact Donna or Ivan Preston for more information or to book your stay (519-585-7514).

MISSIONS CORNER

MISSIONARY OF THE MONTH: Kevin and Michelle Weppler serving with Greater Europe Mission (GEM) in Southern Romania. 

Please pray for three of the local girls who were just baptized, that they would stay strong in their faith. Please pray for GEM interns that are with Kevin and Michelle, that they would find their spot to serve HIM.

Kevin and Michelle wish to thank HMC for the continued prayer and financial support.

Missions Opportunity in Romania, September 2017 with GEM. For information check the church website or pick up a brochure under the missions board in the foyer.

Bulletin – May 28, 2017

We continue to raise money to pay for our roof repair. As of Friday, May 26, we have raised a total of $48,755.62 towards our ultimate goal of $115,000. Thank you for your ongoing generosity towards this need.

Prayer is still happening between services at the front of the sanctuary. If you’re looking for more opportunity for times of corporate prayer, you’re also welcome to join Brian Austin in the Admin Centre during the beginning of first service. Next week, you’re invited to join for prayer at 9:30 a.m. at the front of the sanctuary.

Beginning on June 4 (next week!) we will be going to one 10:00 a.m. service for the summer.

HMC EVENTS                                                                                                                   

Pastor Jason’s final Sunday is June 4. We are planning to celebrate him by enjoying a lunch together following the 10:00 a.m. service. Please plan to stay! In preparation, we are collecting stories, memories, and photos of him and his time here. If you’d like to contribute, please send your story/photo to the church office. There is a book in which you can leave a parting message of blessing for Jason and his family. There is also be a box in which you may leave a donation which can go towards a gift to bless the Mills family with as they move on to what the Lord has planned for them.

The Young at Heart are gathering for their final meeting of the season on Thursday, June 8 at 11:00 a.m. at Carrick Camp. Anna Hopkins will be providing a special picnic lunch and Wendy Donaldson will be bringing a therapy dog and sharing about this great branch of St John Ambulance. Visit Nelles in the foyer for a $15 ticket. Anyone needing a ride to the camp should contact Evelyn Howe or Gloria Burrow.

Our annual HMC Budget Meeting will be on Thursday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m. Come for a closer look at our finances, to vote on the new budget, and for an update from Ministry Council.

Blue Jay’s Once again, a bus will be going to Toronto to take in a game this summer. Mark your calendars for July 29. The $50 tickets are available in the foyer on a first come, first served basis.

Summer Slam VBS ‘Love Your Neighbour’ will be August 21-25 from 9 a.m. to noon for children in SK-grade 6. More information to come!

OPPORTUNITIES                                                                                                                                                                                                     

If you’re thinking about being a volunteer on the Summer Slam VBS team this year, let Pastor Amos or Marie know and plan to come for a brief meeting after the service on June 25.

Mom’s and Tot’s is looking for someone without small children to take on a leadership role within the ministry: to help organize childcare and coordinate events/ideas (i.e. leading craft days, cooking days, arranging a Bible study), while still including and incorporating the ideas and needs of the mother’s who attend.

PRAYER REQUESTS                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Please pray for the Men in Action crew who have given up their weekend to help with work around Camp Mishewah. Pray that it would be an enriching time, and for safe travels as they return home.

Our Condolences to Dennis & Sharon Russwurm on the passing of Dennis’ father, Lincoln Russwurm, last week. Please remember the family in your prayers as they grieve.

Please continue to remember the Pastoral Search Team in your prayers. Pray for wisdom and discernment as they make important decisions regarding the future of HMC.

There is a booklet of prayer requests specific to the needs of HMC. It is being printed in small numbers with simple formatting so your suggestions can be added. We want it to be a dynamic, living, changing document. These booklets are available in the foyer, or by speaking with Karen Schmalz or Brian Austin. Alternatively, if you’d like to receive daily prayer reminders delivered to your email, you can sign up at eepurl.com/cM9ZVj 

OTHER EVENTS                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Carrick Camp will be kicking off their season on June 4 at 7:00 p.m. Visit carrickcamp.com for a full summer calendar.

OASIS Golden Gateway at Stayner Bible Conference Grounds from Monday June 12 – Friday, June 16. Contact Donna or Ivan Preston for more information or to book your stay (519-585-7514).

WORDS OF THANKS                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Thank you to the volunteers that came out to do a spring cleanup on our trail and in our park. It was very much appreciated. Thank you again.

—Tom Karl, Manager of Hanover Parks & Recreation Facilities

MISSIONS CORNER

MISSIONARY OF THE MONTH: Stacey Bauman serving with Hockey Ministries International. 

Please pray for Tony and Larry, two coaches that have agreed to read “More Than a Carpenter” with Stacey and meet up for lunches to discuss what they are reading. Please pray for Alex and Danielle London. Alex is a new, young coach in town from Boston who comes from a Jewish/Catholic background, and Danielle comes from a Catholic background. Alex sat in on Stacey’s peewee chapel last week and made the comment that “he learned more in ten minutes than he has him whole life!” – Praise God! Alex and Danielle attended church with Stacey and Ronna last week and they were thrilled to see God continue to work. They are excited for what He has in store for this young couple. Please pray that things come together for the OKC Camp. There is need to find a new bus option. Pray that this would fall into place. There is also need of a worship leader and it would be nice to see the camp numbers increase as well.

Bulletin – May 21, 2017

We continue to raise money to pay for our roof repair. As of Friday, May 12, we have raised a total of $48,715.62 towards our ultimate goal of $115,000. Thank you for your ongoing generosity towards this need.

Prayer is still happening between services at the front of the sanctuary. If you’re looking for more opportunity for times of corporate prayer, you’re also welcome to join Brian Austin in the Admin Centre during the beginning of first service.

We are hoping to build a roster of volunteers to help take care of our lawn and gardens. If you’re willing to make yourself available once in a while to help with these things, please sign up in the foyer and someone will be in touch.

Pastor Jason’s last days in the office will be Wednesday, May 24 – Friday, May 26.

Beginning on June 4 we will be going to one 10:00 a.m. service for the summer.

HMC EVENTS                                                                                                                   

It’s Building Connections Sunday! Stick around after the second service for some ice cream treats!

Women, come to the Ladies Social on Wednesday, May 24 at 7:00 p.m. for a Share Your Story night. Bring something to contribute to the dessert potluck, and consider getting up to share a little bit about what God is doing in your life.

Men in Action will be travelling to Camp Mishewah May 25-28 for a weekend of work, leisure, and devotions. Please sign up in the foyer to show your interest. Speak with Paul Burt or Tor Hallberg if you have questions.

Pastor Jason’s final Sunday is June 4. We are planning to celebrate him by enjoying a lunch together following the 10:00 a.m. service. Please plan to stay! In preparation, we are collecting stories, memories, and photos of him and his time here. If you’d like to contribute, please send your story/photo to the church office. Carolyn Pearson will be in the foyer today with a book in which you can leave a parting message of blessing for Jason and his family. There will also be a box in which you may leave a cash gift to bless the Mills family with as they move on to what the Lord has planned for them.

Blue Jay’s Once again, a bus will be going to Toronto to take in a game this summer. Mark your calendars for July 29. The $50 tickets are available in the foyer on a first come, first served basis.

OPPORTUNITIES                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Mom’s and Tot’s is looking for someone without small children to take on a leadership role within the ministry: to help organize childcare and coordinate events/ideas (i.e. leading craft days, cooking days, arranging a Bible study), while still including and incorporating the ideas and needs of the mother’s who attend.

PRAYER REQUESTS                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Please pray for our senior youth who are at Braeside Camp for Pitch and Praise. Pray that it would be an enriching time for our youth and leaders, and for safe travels as they return home tomorrow.

Please pray for Muriel Fleming who has been in the Hanover Hospital this past week.

Please pray for Marg & Jim Camm. Marg will be having surgery later this week.

Please remember the Pastoral Search Team in your prayers. First interviews have been held. Pray for wisdom and discernment as they make important decisions regarding the future of HMC.

There is a booklet of prayer requests specific to the needs of HMC. It is being printed in small numbers with simple formatting so your suggestions can be added. We want it to be a dynamic, living, changing document. These booklets are available in the foyer, or by speaking with Karen Schmalz or Brian Austin. Alternatively, if you’d like to receive daily prayer reminders delivered to your email, you can sign up at eepurl.com/cM9ZVj 

OTHER EVENTS                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Carrick Camp will be kicking off their season on June 4 at 7:00 p.m. Visit carrickcamp.com for a full summer calendar.

OASIS Golden Gateway at Stayner Bible Conference Grounds from Monday June 12 – Friday, June 16. Contact Donna or Ivan Preston for more information or to book your stay (519-585-7514).