Be On The Alert
“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.
Be On The Alert
Devotional by: Elijah Bell
In the section of scripture about the armor of God, part of the way we fight the spiritual battles happening against Satan and his army is by praying for each other. Did you know that praying for each other is part of the armor of God? Notice what Ephesians 6:18 says:
Ephesians 6:18 (ESV) — "praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints"
In the battle we are fighting, we should not be going it alone. We need to have the prayerful support of our brothers and sisters, and we need to be providing the same for them. Let’s note 3 things about how we can help our brothers and sisters in Christ as they fight their spiritual battles by praying for them.
First, we need to be people of prayer to begin with. Notice we are to be praying at "all times in the Spirit". Are we people of prayer? Are we praying in the Spirit continually? If not, how can we provide the support that our brothers and sisters need?
Second, we must be on the alert for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Notice we’re told to “keep alert with all perseverance.” How can we know how to pray for each other if we don’t keep alert to the struggles and dangers at hand? Do we notice and care what our brothers and sisters are going through, and do we continually look for ways we can pray for them?
Third, we are to make supplication for ALL the saints. Often, we pray for ourselves and our own struggles, but we forget to pray for others with the same fervency.
This month, one of the Mission Control challenges is to choose someone specific from the congregation and pray for them for the rest of the month, and tell them what you’ve been praying about for them. Let’s be on the alert! Let’s keep an eye out for each other! Let’s make supplications for each other as we fight the spiritual war! This month, and going forward, remember to BE ON THE ALERT!
Missions
These are the challenges that the congregation is actively working on this month.
Our Missions For February
Equip — Pick a person in the church to pray for each day for the rest of the month and show that you love them by sharing with them what you’re specifically praying about for them.
Kids’ Challenge — With your parents’ help, choose someone that needs prayers, and pray about them each night before bed.
Teach — Share with a non-Christian something God has done to show His love for you.
Kids’ Challenge — Write down all the things God has done for you to show He loves you. How many can you think of?
Serve — Show love by sacrificing your time, talent, or treasure for someone in need.
Kids’ Challenge — What is something you are good at that you could do to help someone else? Do that this month.
*Be on the lookout for weekly training videos on our Facebook and YouTube pages, published each Sunday, to help you complete the challenges.
*As you complete each challenge, drop one of the pom-pom balls into the corresponding jar at the Mission Control Center in the lobby so we can see how many people are completing each challenge. One completion per person, per challenge, per month.
News
This section is for any special announcements that are not upcoming events or prayer requests.
Registration For The Marriage Seminar
Please be aware that we are asking all attendees to register for the marriage seminar so we can get a number for childcare and catering. Please register by going to our website: www.hollyhillcoc.org.
Childcare Volunteers Needed For The Marriage Seminar
Hey Holly Hill! We are in need of volunteers for childcare at the marriage seminar. We would love this to be people who would not otherwise attend the event. Please contact Kurt at kurt.montooth@gmail.com if you’re interested. We currently have six kids signed up that need childcare. Thank you!
Our Children’s Bible Class Program Needs Your Help
Holly Hill Members,
We are requesting your help with the launch of our new Spiritual Heritage Bible Class curriculum for K-6.
The teachers are tasked to create a God-made wall. This wall is a focal point in the classroom and will provide an opportunity to speak of the magnificence and wisdom of God. To ensure successful implementation of the program in our K-6 classes, the Bible class teachers need photos of any kind showing the greatness of God. These photos could be any type including nature, scenery, seasons, animals, people, etc. Use your imagination!
Also included in the curriculum are specific lessons directed at certain topics. We need photos of these items also.
God Planned Animal Houses
God Made Desert Animals That Can Survive on Little Water
God Made Camels, Snakes, Great Eyes, Protective Coverings, Beautiful Animals, Mosquitoes, Giraffes, Animal Hands (Claws, Wings, Paws), Big Cats
God Made Animal Hides, Perfect Animals (even though they look silly to us), Porpoises, Animal Ears, Micro-Organisms, Animal Cooperation
Great sources for these needed photos are magazines, outdated calendars, and old books. Size of the photo does not matter. Our first Sunday class with the new curriculum will be March 5th. We will be accepting and using these photos throughout the next 26 weeks. Please turn them in as you find them.
All we ask is that you cut out the photos and place them in the box located in the foyer labeled, Spiritual Heritage. Let's support these dedicated teachers and help ensure our Holly Hill kids know that our God is very great!
Gift Card For Sam & Sarah Webb
Barbara Sudduth is collecting money to go towards a gift card for Sam & Sarah (Anderson) Webb. The deadline to contribute is this Sunday, February 19th. If you wish to contribute and haven’t done so, make sure that you see Barbara as soon as possible.
Operation Re-Stock The Food Pantry (February)
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 February, we need:
Spaghetti
Spaghetti Sauce
Honduras Men’s Mission Trip Contributions
Please contribute to the Honduras Men’s Trip. Your donation could go toward food for the hungry, education for the uneducated, health care for the sick, and other humanitarian needs. We have to see what the humanitarians’ needs are when we get there. We will do our best to be good stewards.
Cards
If you know someone that needs to receive a card in the mail from the church, please send a note to office@hollyhillcoc.org with “Cards” in the subject line. We will get that information to Sonia to prepare a card for the church to sign.Friendly Reminder Regarding Church Announcements
Just a friendly reminder to everyone regarding church announcements: If you wish to make an announcement or have a prayer request, please contact Matthew Woodyard via email (office@hollyhillcoc.org). Announcements will be included in our daily email (5pm), our weekly Vine (Thursdays at 10am), and posted to Holly Hill’s Facebook page. If you wish something to be shared, please submit your announcement by 4pm. Emergency prayer requests can be submitted at any time and will be shared as soon as possible. If you’re not receiving our daily emails, weekly Vine Newsletter, or text messages, or if you have any questions about this process, don't hesitate to contact Matthew.
Church Records (2/12/23)
Bible Class Attendance (Sun AM) - 77
Worship Attendance (Sun AM) — 131
Contribution — $3,444.50
Prayers
Here are some individuals that especially need our prayers this week. Please keep them in mind every time you pray.
New Prayer Requests:
Penny Harland (Katie Bell’s Mother) was diagnosed this week with Stage 3 Colon Cancer and then had to be taken to the ER with a possible stroke or blood clot
Mary Johnson needs prayers for an upcoming surgery
Larry Clarke needs our prayers for God to give him the strength needed to continue to battle his health concerns
Jerry Mayes (Mike Mayes Brother) needs prayer for his current situation
Ongoing Prayers For: Blake Ramsay (Inez’s Grandson), Bill Marion (Father of Robin Mayes Childhood Friends), Rusty Bell (Friend of Robin Mayes)Tanya Phipps (Brenda Stone’s Niece), Samantha Stone (Brenda’s daughter), Pete Tropoulos, Phil Wilkins, Butch Elliott (Robin Mayes friend), Gail Keith (Michele Blanton’s mother), Nikki Fenney (Johnny and Julie Widener’s niece), Bertha Young’s family, Pete and Lisa Vogel (Brenda Stone’s brother-in-law and sister), Dorothy Trent, Polly Deaton, Jane Dempsey, Larry Clarke and family, The Horn and Bell family, The Stone family, The Minturn and Montooth family (mourning the loss of Kurt’s grandmother, Ginny), The Catron family (mourning the loss of Paige’s cousin), The Mundt family (as they mourn the loss of Kim’s uncle), Rita Tackett (Alyson Woodyard’s aunt), Inez Ramsey, Sandra Haden (Tiffany Quarles’ mother), Gayle Walker (Anna Marston’s son-in-law), The Allen family (mourning the loss of 7-year-old Andrew Allen), Tammy Dotson Riddle’s mother, The Valentine Family, Family of Bob Tankersley, David Fair (Asks for prayers for marriage and family situation), Steve Small, Phil and Suzanne Wilkins, Janis Friend, Jim Clark (Continued Prayers), God’s will for the Tom Roach family and Hudson, Prayers for Mission Control Challenges, Glenda Mitchum, Lisa & Pete Vogel.
* 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.
“Finding Happily Forever After” Marriage Seminar — Friday, February 17th from 6-8pm & Saturday, February 18th from 9am-12pm
We hope you’ll join us for “Finding Happily Forever After: A His Shoes/Her Shoes Marriage Seminar,” taught by Wayne and Tammy Roberts. The seminar will begin Friday evening, February 17th from 6-8pm. We’ll conclude Saturday morning, February 18th from 9am-12pm. Holly Hill will host the seminar at the church building and childcare will be provided. Save the date. Bring your mate.
Singing Night — Sunday Night, February 19th at 6pm
We will meet downstairs in the fellowship area to sing together in worship to God, and to encourage each other. The chairs will be arranged in a circle to intentionally draw attention to the fact that we are a family and are singing to build each other up. For many, these singing events are very moving and powerful. We want you to be there!
REAL Ladies Bible Study — Monday, February 20th at 5:30pm
REAL Ladies will meet Monday, February 20th at 5:30pm. 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!
Men’s Devo & Prayer Breakfast — Saturday Morning, March 4th at 8am
Bring your Bible and your appetite! Join us on the first Saturday morning of each month, for the Men’s Devo and Prayer Breakfast. We will meet downstairs in the Fellowship Hall and be studying from the book of James. See you there!
“Game Night” Hosted By: Holly Hill’s HS Girl’s Bible Class and Tom & Sonia Roach — March 4th, Saturday Night at 5pm
Mark our calendar’s and save the date! Holly Hill’s HS Girls Bible Class, along with Tom & Sonia Roach, are hosting a Game Night! This event will be held at the church, downstairs in the Fellowship Hall at 5pm. Please bring finger foods or foods representing your heritage (Example: German food or Irish food). We’ll be playing Rook, UNO, Board Games, but feel free to bring your favorite game to teach someone else how to play! Guaranteed to build friendships, make memories, and share lots of laughter. Hope to see you there!
Elders/Ministers/Deacons Meeting — March 5th, Sunday Afternoon at 4pm
The elders/ministers/deacons will meet on the 1st Sunday of each month, from 4-6pm. The meeting will take place downstairs, in Room 12.
How You Can Serve
There are a lot of ways you can get involved and do the work of God in our community!
For more information or for help signing up for any of these ministries, please call the church office at: (502) 227-7796.
Limited-Time Opportunities:
Contribute To The Honduras Men’s Mission Trip
Please contribute to the Honduras Men’s Trip. Your donation could go toward food for the hungry, education for the uneducated, health care for the sick, and other humanitarian needs. We have to see what the humanitarians’ needs are when we get there. We will do our best to be good stewards.
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 February, we need:
Spaghetti
Spaghetti Sauce
February Mission Control Challenges
We have 3 new challenges for the month of February that we need your help on. Please see the section above entitled “Missions” for more information.
Long-Term Opportunities:
Mission Launch Team
We are needing individuals to sign up for the Mission Launch Team. People on this team commit to working on the Mission Control challenges each month, and they also commit to encouraging at least one other person to work on the missions as well. We need you to sign up for this ministry so we can grow the Mission Control program organically from person to person. Sign up for the Mission Launch Team at the Mission Control Center in the lobby.
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.
Greeter Ministry — We’re looking for people who are friendly and outgoing to welcome our guests and members each Sunday morning. If you are interested, contact Tom Owens.
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.
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 — Our next quarter begins in March, so we will be needing to staff our Children’s Bible Classes. 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!
Holly Hill’s Children’s Bible Class Ministry Needs Your Help With Materials
We are requesting your help with the launch of our new Spiritual Heritage Bible Class curriculum for K-6.
The teachers are tasked to create a God-made wall. This wall is a focal point in the classroom and will provide an opportunity to speak of the magnificence and wisdom of God. To ensure successful implementation of the program in our K-6 classes, the Bible class teachers need photos of any kind showing the greatness of God. These photos could be any type including nature, scenery, seasons, animals, people, etc. Use your imagination!
Also included in the curriculum are specific lessons directed at certain topics. We need photos of these items also.
God Planned Animal Houses
God Made Desert Animals That Can Survive On Little Water
God Made Camels, Snakes, Great Eyes, Protective Coverings, Beautiful Animals, Mosquitoes, Giraffes, Animal Hands (Claws, Wings, Paws), Big Cats
God Made Animal Hides, Perfect Animals (even though they look silly to us), Porpoises, Animal Ears, Micro-Organisms, Animal Cooperation
Great sources for these needed photos are magazines, outdated calendars, and old books. Size of the photo does not matter. Our first Sunday class with the new curriculum will be March 5th. We will be accepting and using these photos throughout the next 26 weeks. Please turn them in as you find them.
All we ask is that you cut out the photos and place them in the box located in the foyer labeled, Spiritual Heritage. Let's support these dedicated teachers and help ensure our Holly Hill kids know that our God is very great!
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 class: 6:30pm