The Greatest Artist
“I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5, ESV)
Mini Devotional
A mini message to take with you this week to help you in your devotion to God.
The Greatest Artist
Devotional by: Elijah Bell
When I was young I didn’t appreciate good art. I thought it was silly that old people loved collecting and fawning over these boring paintings of landscapes, barns, or people just sitting there! Why would anyone value that? But as I have grown older, I have learned to appreciate the beauty and creativity that goes into a good piece or art.
Human creativity is borne out of our natural desire to be like our Creator. God Himself is the original and greatest Artist. He was the first to create anything (Genesis 1:1). We humans, because we are made in His image (Genesis 1:27), have an innate desire to create, and even to appreciate the creations of other humans.
When I look at a piece of art, I like to learn something about the artist. I like to get the piece under good lighting, I like to examine it closely and see the artist’s style and vision in the details. The fine brush strokes, the contrasts of light and shadow, the composition, and use of colors to convey meaning. I like to be able to study the signature to learn who may have created the piece. If the signature is obscured or difficult to make out, I might need to infer things about the artist from the work’s style, apparent age, subject matter, etc.
Come to think about it, our universe, and God’s Word are very much works of art to be studied in order to learn something about the Artist. We need to look at the world and His Word under good lighting, i.e., we must examine everything within the understanding that Jesus Christ is Lord. We should also back up and get an overarching view to understand the composition of God’s vision and plan. We also need to get up close and examine the details to see His care in the smallest of brush strokes. And we need to especially look for His signature so we truly know the Artist!
“For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse.” — Romans 1:20
The universe is God’s canvas. Let’s not let a day go by without noticing God’s signature everywhere, and learn to appreciate His work! Let’s all get to know the original and greatest Artist!
News
This section is for any special announcements that are not upcoming events or prayer requests.
“Great Day In May” Schedule
Our annual “Great Day In May” event will take place on Sunday, May 5th. Our schedule will be as follows:
Bible Class (10am-10:45am)
Break (10:40am-11am)
Worship & Lesson (11am-12pm)
Free Lunch (12pm-1:30pm)
Afternoon Devo (1:30pm-2pm)
New Song For “Great Day In May”
We would like to learn a new song for our Great Day in May service. Below is a YouTube link to the song. Please watch and sing along. We will practice the song after morning services on 4-21 and 4-28.
Great Day In May Announcement
Following consultation with the deacons, trustees, and ministers, the elders have decided that 100% of the Great Day In May contribution will go towards the mortgage. In addition, we plan to use three of the four “fifth” Sunday contributions towards the mortgage.
Church Records - Sunday, April 14th
Bible Class Attendance - 80
Worship Attendance - 113
Contribution - $12,738.00
Prayers
Here are some individuals that especially need our prayers this week. Please keep them in mind every time you pray.
New Prayer Requests:
Tim Lilly
Charlotte Chowning
Barbara Sudduth
Larry & Renita Clarke
Phil & Suzanne Wilkins
Ongoing Prayers For: The Franklin Family (Matthew, April, & Anna Marie), Tany Phipps (Brenda Stone’s niece), Valerie Clark, The Poulter & Best Family, The Steele Family, Robin Ibershoff, The Bates Family, Roger Caudill, Judy Casey, Inez Chatham, John Widener Jr., The Tropoulos Family, Rita Tackett (Alyson Woodyard’s aunt), Cynthia Whitehead (friend of the Blanton’s), Patsy Cable (Bruce Blanton’s aunt), Ann Pittman, Mark McPherson, Janis Friend, Rhoda Jones, Betty Blanton, Helen Hall, Penny Harland (Katie Bell’s mother), Alyssa Deaton, & Polly Deaton,.
Please submit your prayer requests for inclusion at office@hollyhillcoc.org
Upcoming Events
Here are some events that are coming up that you need to make space on your calendar for.
Small Groups - Sunday, April 21st (TBD)
The Holly Hill leadership team is hosting and facilitating small groups for the Spring 2024 season. Please remember to sign up on the bulletin board for one of the groups below. Additionally, please get in touch the host of the group you are planning to attend to let them know you want to participate!
The groups for the Spring season are as follows:
Elijah and Katie Bell are hosting in their apartment. Their group will meet at 2pm.
Todd Best and Tom Roach are co-hosting a group that will alternate meeting at Todd's house in Waddy and at Joyce's house in Shelbyville.
Ray and Stephenia Bowman are hosting a group in Rm 12 downstairs at the building.
Nick and Carly Gill are hosting a group at their house at 2pm (at least for the first meeting - we will discuss and see what time works best for the group)
Kurt and Emily Montooth are hosting a group at their house at 4:30pm.
“Women Of The Word” Bible Study Group - Monday, April 22nd (10am)
A Bible study group for ladies who want to learn Bible study tools for a deeper relationship with God, hosted and taught by Katie Bell.
REAL Ladies Bible Study - Monday, April 22nd (6pm)
REAL Ladies will meet on Monday, April 22nd at 6pm. Sarah Jones will be hosting at 9477 Owenton Rd. It will be a breakfast potluck. There is a food signup sheet on the bulletin board. Hope to see you there!
“Women Of The Word” Bible Study Group - Tuesday, April 23rd (6pm)
A Bible study group for ladies who want to learn Bible study tools for a deeper relationship with God, hosted and taught by Katie Bell.
Packing Backpacks For The WES Backpack Program - Wednesday, April 24th (5:30pm)
On Wednesday nights before Bible Study, we’ll be packing 75 backpack meals for the Westridge Elementary Backpack Program at 5:30pm.
“Large Group” Evening Worship Service - Sunday, April 28th (4pm)
On the 4th Sunday of each month, we will have a traditional service at 4pm.
Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast - Saturday, May 4th (8am)
The Men's Bible Study & Breakfast is a monthly event, held on the first Saturday of each month. The Bible study takes place at the church building, downstairs in the fellowship hall.
“Great Day In May” - Sunday, May 5th (10am)
Our annual “Great Day In May” event will take place on Sunday, May 5th. Our schedule will be as follows:
Bible Class (10am-10:45am)
Break (10:40am-11am)
Worship & Lesson (11am-12pm)
Free Lunch (12pm-1:30pm)
Afternoon Devo (1:30pm-2pm)
How You Can Serve
There are a lot of ways you can get involved and do the work of God in our community!
Limited-Time Opportunities:
Westridge Elementary Backpack Program
Please see below for items needed to pack snack bags for the WES students. If you have any questions please see Carly Gill. Listed below are items that you can donate for the backpack program:
Ramen Noodle Packages
Nutri Grain Bars
Easy Mac
Chef Boyardee Ravioli
Vienna Sausages
Granola Bars
Fruit Cups
Fruit Snacks
Individual Applesauce Cups
Oatmeal Packets
Individual Cookie Packs
Beanie Weenies
Canned Tuna
Canned Soups
Cheese & Cracker (Individual Packs)
Pudding Cups
Individual Cereal
Operation Re-Stock the Food Pantry
The Food Pantry needs to be re-stocked. During the upcoming months we will be asking for specific food donations. There will be a box in the foyer for you to place your food donations. Thank you so much and let’s make Operation re-stock a success!! For the month of April, we need:
Spaghetti
Spaghetti Sauce
Long-Term Opportunities:
Tech Team Support
The Holly Hill Tech Team needs help. We would love to have a few more people trained and available to set up the livestreams and audio equipment. It’s a fairly simple task and you’ll be well trained before being thrown into the seat alone. If you’re interested, see Nick, David, or Brad.
Card Ministry
Every Sunday there are cards spread out on a table in the lobby that will be sent out to various church members and guests who need encouragement. You can help serve and encourage by making sure to sign these cards each week. If you know of someone the church should send a card, please give the name(s) and address to Joyce Best. We have “get-well” cards, “thinking of you” cards, “praying for you” cards, and sympathy cards. You can also text the information to (502) 593-5865.
Casey Blessing Box
The Casey’s are collecting items to give away to those in need in their Blessing Box. Currently, they are accepting donations of: Can goods of fruit and vegetables. Crackers, or cereal.
Shriners Children’s Hospital
Donna White is collecting soda can tabs to donate to the children’s hospital. Please leave your donations in the lobby.
Children’s Bible Class Teachers & Helpers
If you’d be willing to teach, sub, or help, please see Matthew Woodyard. We have a wonderful opportunity to teach God’s Word to our children. Let’s make sure they get our very best! Thank you!
For more information or for help signing up for any of these ministries, please call the church office at: (502) 227-7796
Holly Hill Church of Christ
1020 Holly Hill Drive, Frankfort, KY 40601
Web - www.hollyhillcoc.org
Phone - (502) 227-7796
Email - office@hollyhillcoc.org
Service Times
Sunday Bible Class - 10am
Sunday Morning Worship - 11am
Sunday Evening Worship - 6pm
Wednesday Evening Bible Study - 6:30pm