Events

Christmas Series

'Dark Sky Christmas'

Sundays, November 30 - December 21.

Come see what 'Dark Sky Christmas' is all about and invite friends and family to this wonderful Christmas Series! You can do that by taking one of our invite cards from your seat in the Sanctuary or on the Welcome Counter, using the back left side to write a sweet note, and handing it off to someone you want to encourage this Christmas Season. 

Christmas Eve

Wednesday, December 24

Our series will continue on Christmas Eve with a family service at 4PM. This service will bring 'Dark Sky Christmas' to life with an interactive show, holiday treats, and a Gingerbread Bash, where we will decorate delicious gingerbread houses. 

Or you can 'light up your night' at our Candlelight Service at 9PM. This will be a heartwarming service full of rich carols of worship, a meaningful and joy filled message, and a deep presence of the Lord. 

Come and see just how 'Even Darkness Has A Bright Side'.

Youth Group Holiday Schedule
12.11 Poultry Potluck
MS & HS 7-9PM
12.18 Movie Night
MS  & HS 7-9PM
12.24 Christmas Eve
Families 4PM
Candlelight 9PM
12.25-1.1 Holiday Break
1.8 Bear Fruit  
MS 6PM HS 730PM

Christmas Sharing Tree
 Drop Gifts off by December 15
10 days left to fulfill the promised gifts!

 Take a tag(s) from our tree - return the gifts by December 15th. You can also donate by check, cash, and on our website using the drop down menu.

We partner with True Vine Ministries, ARM of Care, Love Never Fails, Prison Ministries, Restore Recovery Homes and Contra Costa Foster Friends. In many cases the gift we provide may be the only gift someone receives. Please prayerfully consider and give generously.

For more information contact: Sheri Nodder (925) 324-1160.

Lunch Bunch
Wednesday December 17, 11:30AM

Everyone is invited to join us in Hillside’s Community Center for great food, fun and fellowship.

Enjoy songs of the season with Laurie and Dan Roldan. They are a favorite here at Hillside and have performed in many venues, including the Lesher Center for the Arts.

Sign up at the Welcome Counter, or call (925) 934-1110 and leave a message so we can plan enough food. Hope to see you there!

If you are able to stay after and help clean up that would be appreciated.

D.R. Compassion Bags
Drop off to Church Office by Sunday January 4, 2026
You can send your Compassion International sponsored child(ren) in the Dominican Republic a clear one gallon Ziplock bag marked outside with the child's full name and Compassion number PLUS the sponsor's full name and sponsor number. No money, flashy jewelry, violent toys, or chocolate. The church office has a list of gift ideas.
Contact Patti for more information.  

Soup Prayer & Praise
Sunday January 11, 5-7PM
 We'll gather at 5PM in the Community Center for a family dinner, and then pray over our church, and praise our Heavenly Father, led by Josh Lund. Consistent, confident, community prayer is indispensable for fruitfulness in our Hillside mission. The more people present, the stronger our prayers. Bring your kids! They will be fully included in this important church event. RSVP by 1/626.

January 18 - 27, 2026
For more information please contact Wayne or Patti Freeman.