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The DNA of Spiritual GrowthWe are now diving into The DNA Spiral Red Level projects. This spiritual exercise program features 12 practical spiritual growth projects centered around 12 key disciplines that we want to learn to naturally incorporate into the rhythm of our lives. Pick up a DNA Spiral booklet today and look through the plan and prayerfully consider jumping into this exercise regimen along with a whole host of fellow Hillsiders. Small GroupsIf you are interested in joining a small group, please contact Jenny Trees at 988-0505 or jenny@hillsidecovenant.org
Hillside EmailsAre you getting emails from Hillside? If not, you may not be signed up for our email service called Constant Contact. You may register on the welcome page of our Web site. Contact Laura Roy at laura@hillsidecovenant.org with questions.
Spiritual FormationIntergenerational Adult Class Target Audience: Everyone! Time: Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Room: Bergesen Hall Focus: "Developing Our Friendship with Jesus" Basic Text: John 15:12-17 plus supporting material from John 14 and 17. We will investigate the meaning of our friendship with Jesus in terms of His choice of us, His love for us, and look at the issues of acceptance, affection, enjoyment and partership as aspects of our friendship with Him. We will also consider themes in our text such as obedience, love for our Christian brothers and sisters, prayer and fruit-bearing as aspects of our friendship relationship with Jesus. Besides considering a number of Scripture passages, we will meditate on many quotes from spiritual writers that highlight and illustrate the biblical teachings. A special study guide will be given to each class member. Contact: Floyd Roseberry: 676-6588, or floydandbevroseberry@msn.com Bible Study: If you are a parent of a Riptide or D.C. student, we invite you to join our small group Bible study on Wednesdays from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m. We are following the DNA Spiral starting with Bible study. Contact Terri at 699-2526, or just show up with your Bible. "Imagine Yourself Debt-Free": Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m. at Hillside, May 20-Aug. 12. Register by May 1. Cost: $115. Cost at door: $130. SIgn up at the Information Counter or with Gloria at gloria@hillsidecovenant.org or 934-1110, ext. 11. For more info, go to daveramsey.com (Financial Peace University) or contact Gloria at gloria@hillsidecovenant.org or 934-1110, ext. 11, or Jenny Trees at jenny@hillsidecovenant.org. Child care available by reservation.
Care and PrayerWomenClick here For A Schedule of Events and more information on Women's Ministries Spice of Life Women's Bible Study meets Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room. Join women of all ages for a look at "Hope for the Hurting" - a study on grief and suffering. Bring a friend, make many more. Loving child care provided. Contact Terri Brohard at 287-9977 or ctbrohard@sbcglobal.net. MOPS: If you are a mother of a preschooler, our MOPS program has openings! While your children experience a safe, loving and structured program, MOPS offers mothers an opportunity to spend time with others who are going through similar experiences and learned Bible-based principles about parenting. Meetings are held the 1st & 3rd Thursdays. For more info, contact Holly Heyer at fbweasel@hotmail.com or 779-9872. Evening Bible Study: Join us Monday evenings April 7-May 12, 7-9 p.m., at the home of Jane Rutledge, as we study Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, where Joanna Weaver shows how all of us - Marys and Marthas alike - can draw closer to our Lord: deepending our devotion, trengthening our service, and doing both with less stress and greater joy. Contact Jane at 930-2310 or womensministry@hillsidecovenant.org to RSVP. Cost for materials: $15. Annual Women's Breakfast: Save the date: Sat., June 7, 9-11:30. If you'd like to be a part of the planning committee for this fun fellowship event, please contact Laura Keil at 798-2788 or timlaura@gmail.com. Cookbook Sale: Looking for the perfect Mother's Day gift? Hillside Women's Ministries Recipe Books are available during the month of May at a special price - $15 each or 2 for $25. Checks are payable to Hillside Covenant Church (note: WM Recipe Book). Books are available in the church office or information counter between services on Sunday. Questions? Call the church office at 934-1110 or email jane@hillsidecovenant.org.
MenMen's Wednesday Morning Bible Study meets Wednesdays at 6:30 a.m. in Bergesen Hall to study Romans. Please join us. Contact Larry Dotson at 283-4685 or larrydotson@comcast.net for details.
Children's MinistrySonWorld Adventure Park Vacation Bible School : VBS is July 21-25, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, for children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Pick up a brochure in the Information Area upstairs, or downstairs in the Children's Dept. To help staff this exciting adventure, sign up in the Information Area or contact Jennie Hayes at hayes4christ@comcast.net or 427-7971. Mission Springs Summer Camp Brochures are available at the Information Counter and downstairs in the Children's Department.
Singles (True North)True North is a multi-church fellowship of single Christians and is actively supported by this church. Tuesday evenings - weekly Bible study, 7 p.m. at Walnut Creek Presbyterian (1801 Lacassie) Fri. & Sat., May 9 & 10 - "Doing Justice" Conference: Top speakers & worship! Sat., May 10 - "Night Out" - Dine at Bucca di Beppo in SF - RSVP. For more information and other weekly events, go to www.truenorthfellowship.org
Community LifeHillside Community Retreat: Fri., May 16-Sun., May 18 at Mission Springs Conference Center, Scotts Valley. Don't miss this weekend away to relax and unwind; experience fun, intergenerational times, enjoy delicious food and great conversations. We will take a look at ourselves in God's mirror and consider "Is it time for an Extreme Makeover?" Our speakers for the weekend are: Friday night - Doug Stevens Saturday morning - Janet Hanson Saturday night - Jeff Reed Sunday morning - Mae Cannon We will enjoy great worship with the Suite J Band. The retreat will begin with dinner on Friday night and conclude with worship and lunch on Sunday. There are class sessions for children in Nursery-5th grade and small group times for Junior High through Adults. In between, there will be lots of fun, such as lawn games, a climbing wall, zip line, and afternoon tea, along with laughter and free time to enjoy each other's company. This is a great time to connect with other Hillsiders! Sign up at the Information Counter or online today! Sign up soon and don't miss out! Note: There will be worship services at Hillside at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, May 18. Registration available online here Prime Timers Luncheon: Wed., May 21, 12:00, Kids' Connection Hall. $7/person. Sign up at the Information Counter or the church Web site, or call the church office. Registration available online here
Fellowship Dinners Saturday, May 31, 2008Fellowship Dinners are small group gatherings of six to ten people from Hillside who meet informally for fellowship at a dinner. Different members of the church volunteer to act as a host. This is a great way to meet new members of the congregation and to get to know one another better. The dinners are potluck with the host providing the main dish, beverages and arranging the side dishes with guests. If you are interested in being either a host or a guest please sign up at information area or online at the Hillside Website www.hillsidecovenant.org. Registration available online here
Join us for Friday Night Flick Flack! on Friday, June 6 th at 7:30 Illuminating Cinema and Conversation . . . bringing friends together to find meaning in movies Our first movie is “The Pursuit of Happiness”. Watch it at home, and then come back to discuss it. Like a book club, only for movies. Adult-intergenerational opportunity and a fun night out! We will meet in Kids’ Connection Hall. Future dates are: July 11 th, August 1 st, and September 5 th.“Films are the universal language and as such they lead to unlimited and often unimagined experiences, both personal and collective, and broad and specific insight into the human condition.”-Kathleen Roundtree
Connection & Spiritual DiscoveryMarriage Series: Tuesdays, April 8-May 20, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Student Center. "Busy, Busy & More Busy: Your Time-Starved Marriage." How to Stay Connected at the Speed of Life. 6-week Video/Discussion Series. Family MinistriesFamily Camping Trip: July 11-13 - Casini Ranch near Russian River. See Family Camping Flyer or call the office for details. Father/Son Backpacking Trip (Sons 5th Grade & up): July 19-20. Flyer coming soon! Family Fellowship Rudgear Park BBQs: Saturdays - May 24, June 28, July 26, Aug. 30, 5:30-? Bring your family, something to BBQ and a side dish to share and we will provide drinks and condiments. Rudgear Park, 2250 Stewart Ave., Walnut Creek. Compassion, Justice & MissionsHillside Spring Serving Day: On Sat., May 10, we will have our own Hillside Spring Serving Day with opportunities to work in the Parkmead neighborhood, as well as provide respite care for families with members with disabilities. The vital need now is to cover the Beautiful Day project with your prayers for the impact of this day on our entire Valley as the churches descend to love on 5 Mt. Diablo District schools. For more informatoin, visit churchwithoutshoes.com. To sign up, visit the Information Counter or contact Judith at 934-1110, ext. 16 or judith@hillsidecovenant.org. Doing Justice is a conference May 9 & 10 at Hope Center in Pleasant Hill to expose local congregations to critical issues of justice. Speakers include Gary Haugen, Mark Labberton and Ricky Jenkins. For more info or to register, please contact Judith at judith@hillsidecovenant.org or 934-1110. Salmon Dinner and Native Alaskan Program Fundraiser: Several native Alaskan students will be joining us at Hillside on Memorial Day weekend. Join us Fri., May 23, 7 p.m., for a salmon dinner and a program with native Eskimo dances, songs and drama to fundraise for our upcoming trip to Alaska. More details and registration to follow. We are also looking for 4 host homes who could provide meals and a room for students on Fri., May 23 and Sun., May 25. Contact Judith at the church office at judith@hillsidecovenant.org if you are interested in hosting. Homelessness Meal: Join us on Wed., May 28 (or any last Wednesday of the month) to serve the homeless in Contra Costa County. We have need for volunteers to shop, cook, and serve and help contribute to the cost of the food. Contact Judith at judith@hillsidecovennat.org or 934-1110, ext. 16 to find out more information.
2008 Short-Term Mission TripsJune 13-21: Alaska Christian College - Soldotna, Alaska Approximate Cost: $1250 (Early Bird) before May 5; $1450 (Regular Cost) before May 21. Alaska Christian College (ACC) is a Covenant institution located on the outskirts of the City of Soldotna and the City of Kenai on the Kenai Peninsula, on a 14-acre campus, 3 hours by car or 20 minutes by plane from Anchorage. The campus is a community-centered place where you can meet with those who share your desire to grow in your faith. Our teams will be helping with a multitude of tasks based on our skill levels. Possibilities include cleaning, organizing, construction, meeting with students, cooking, and other service-based ministry. A portion of the trip costs ($500) will go directly to the college and its ministry. November 15-30: The Garden of Hope - Chiang Mai, Thailand Approximate Cost: $2,250 (Early Bird) before July 1st; $2,500 (Regular cost) after July 1st. The Garden of Hope reaches out to women, children, and youth involved in, at risk of, or affected by prostitution, sexual exploitation and/or trafficking. They do this by developing Christ-centered relationships and offering alternative livelihoods and resources for personal development through comprehensive, holistic programs that bring restoration and healing. Our team will be working with these women, childrena and youth to offer encouragement, support and the ministry of presence. A portion of the cost of this trip is designed directly to this organization. To sign up for one of the above teams, please complete a Hillside Short-Term Team Application and submit with a deposit of $250. For more information, contact Judith in the church office or at judith@hillsidecovenant.org. November 23-29: Rancho De Sus Ninos - Mexico Cost: $475 Rancho De Sus Ninos ministers to over 500 homeless children of Mexico in an orphanage, family care center and youth center. Hillside has partnered with Rancho De Sus Ninos for over 15 years through our High School ministry that sends close to 100 students every Thanksgiving to serve. Many families at Hillside sponsor children through Rancho's ministries. To learn more about Ranch De Sus Ninos, visit their Web site at www.ranchodesusninos.org. Student applications will be out this summer, but information packets are available at the Student Ministries information counter or in the church office. Join us Sun., Aug. 3, to hear Steve Horner and his team sharing about their ministry at Rancho De Sus Ninos. For more details about this trip, please contact Brian Gleason at brian@hillsidecovenant.org or 934-1110, ext. 20.
The FeastYou are invited to a multi-ethnic, intergenerational, spiritual life conference put on by the Evangelical Covenant Church June 21-24 in Green Lake, Wisconsin. This celebration will immediately be followed by the Covenant Annual Meeting. For information, visit www.covchurch.org or call 773-907-3352.
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