Riding with the King
“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.
Riding with the King
Devotional by: Ray Bowman
“Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem!
See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious,
lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.”
Zechariah 9:9
When we think of ceremonies and festivities accompanying the formal entry into a city by medieval kings, we generally picture a man of noble bearing riding a magnificent, prancing, white steed, often following a great success in battle. It is the picture of pomp and circumstance expected by a monarch being greeted and paid appropriate homage by his subjects and civic authorities. It might sound a trifle pretentious in current times, but is it all that different to see a celebrity or high government official arriving somewhere in a limousine with his or her entourage in tow?
The general tableau is one designed to reflect significance and importance, attracting attention of the onlookers. It is most often viewed as an acceptable display of opulence - and, perhaps, arrogance - due a person or persons of perceived high station.
Now, compare that with the arrival of Jesus in Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover;
“...the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!” And Jesus found a young donkey and sat on it, just as it is written, “Fear not, daughter of Zion; behold, your king is coming, sitting on a donkey’s colt!””
John 12:12-15
Biblical donkeys were valued as sturdy, steady beasts of burden, often favored for riding for that reason. Historically, entering a city on a donkey also signified entry in peace, rather than a conquering king arriving on a horse. The young donkey mentioned here is also perceived as a symbol of humility, diametrically opposed to the fiery white charger previously referenced.
Knowing full well that circumstances would soon change and He would be facing ridicule, physical abuse and, ultimately, death on a cruel cross, Jesus arrived with the calm, confident appearance of a conquering sovereign demonstrating humility and love.
We need to take note of his demeanor and fully embrace it if we are to be riding with the King.
God Bless
Missions
These are the challenges that the congregation is actively working on this month.
Our Missions For September
Equip — Equip another church member with an opportunity to love and serve by asking them for prayers over something in your life.
Teach — Share God’s love with the world by telling someone else about how God has loved you.
Serve — Pray to God to open your eyes to an opportunity to serve others, and follow through when you see it.
News
This section is for any special announcements that are not upcoming events or prayer requests.
Jane Dempsey’s Funeral Arrangements - Thursday Afternoon, September 14th (Visitation & Service Times Below)
Due to both of Jane’s daughters and her sons-in-law coming down with Covid, the services have been rescheduled for Thursday afternoon, September 14th beginning with:
Visitation (11am to 1pm)
Funeral Service (immediately following the conclusion of visitation)
Burial will take place at the Bagdad Cemetery
Wedding Shower for Andrew Best & Bethany Ousley - Saturday, September 16th at 11am
There will be a family wedding shower for Andrew Best and Bethany Ousley here at the church building on Saturday, September 16th at 11 AM. Anyone from the church who would like to attend are welcome or there will be a collection for a gift card for the couple. Please sign up on the board if you will be attending the shower or see Barbara Suddeth for the card. The last day to give on the card will be the 17th.
Gift Card Collection for Andrew Best & Bethany Ousley - Deadline’s This Sunday, September 17th
Barbara Sudduth is collecting for a wedding gift card for Andrew Best and Bethany Ousley. The deadline for this is September 17th. Thank you.
Children’s Bible Class Teachers/Helpers Needed - Wednesday Night (Pre-K & 3rd-5th Grade)
We’ve just began a new quarter and we do not have enough volunteers to fully staff each class. We need help on Wednesday evenings, specifically in our Pre-K class and with our 3rd-5th grade class. 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!
Invitation To Matthew Franklin & April Blanton's Wedding - Saturday Night, October 21st at 5pm
Wedding Invitation to April Blanton and Matthew Franklin’s wedding ceremony at Holly Hill Church of Christ, Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 5:00pm.
The reception will be located at: Chandler Ridge, 9771 Vigo Road, Bagdad, Ky. 40003.
Gift Registry: See invitation on bulletin board.
Contact Michele Blanton (502-321-0760) for any questions.
Thanks,
Michele Blanton
Honduras Men's Mission Trip (2024)
SAVE THE DATE!
Honduras Men's Mission Trip 2/16/24 - 2/23/24
Thank you,
Robert Roach
Card Ministry Announcement
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.
Westridge Elementary Backpack Program
The backpack program with Westridge Elementary School starts for Holly Hill in October. 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
Welcome Desk Volunteers Needed
For various reasons, 5 helpers have dropped out in the past few months. We would like to have at least that many or more to volunteer to help out. If you would like to help out, please call or text Tom Owens (502-545-5296). Thanks!
Holly Hill Library Announcement
The library is needing a lot of work. Please no donations until further notice. Study and reading is still important. Technology has taken those ideals over. But the library will come back to being useful after some consideration & clean up.
Thank you,
Jeannie Lebeau
Operation Re-stock the Food Pantry (September)
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 September, we need:
Green Beans
Saltine Crackers
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 (Sunday, September 3rd)
Bible Class (Sun AM) - 78
Worship (Sun AM) - 125
Contribution (Sun AM) — $6,140.00
Prayers
Here are some individuals that especially need our prayers this week. Please keep them in mind every time you pray.
New Prayer Requests:
Family Of Jane Dempsy
Vic, Allison, & Hadleigh Holbrook (friends of Val Clark, with a sick newborn)
Family of Jesse Lee Penn (former member of Boone Plaza/Holly Hill)
Roger Caudill (brother-in-law of Robin Mayes)
Ongoing Prayers For: Mark McPherson, Pat Robertson (Melissa Trent’s mother), Charlotte & Tanner Henderson (Elijah’s sister and brother-in-law, who lost a child), Kaia Hughes (Steve & Donna White’s granddaughter), Fern Perkins (Matthew Woodyard’s aunt), Steve Small, Larry & Renita Clarke, Wilton Hudson, family of Austin Case, family of Claude Tackett, Scarlet Stumbo (aunt of Val Clark), Andrew Ibershoff & family (son of Larry & Robin Ibershoff) Jerry Mayes (brother to Mike Mayes), the Stone family, James Robert (Val Clark’s uncle), Monica Hardesty (sister of Brenda Stone’s co-worker), family of Jane Colvin (Joyce Best’s aunt), Steve White, Janis Friend, Pam Smith (foster parent of Robin Mayes niece, Lexi), family of Graham Heustis, Horn family, Butch Elliott (friend of Robin Mayes), Montooth family, Rhoda Jones, Betty Blanton, Bill & Mary Jo Marion (friends of Robin Mayes), Helen Hall, Penny Harland (Katie Bell’s mother), Parnell family, Alyssa Deaton, Robert Lewis (Sharon Lewis’ son), Pete & Jessie Tropoulos, Codie Rich (Michael & Kimberly Mundt’s son-in-law), Emma Collins, Rusty Bell (friend of Robin Mayes), Tanya Phipps (Brenda Stone’s niece), Gail Keith (Michele Blanton’s mother), Nikki Fenney (Johnny & Julie Widener’s niece), Bertha Young’s Family, Dorothy Trent, Polly Deaton, Jane Dempsey, Rita Tackett (Alyson Woodyard’s aunt), Sandra Haden (Tiffany Quarles’ mother), Valentine family, David Fair (prayers for his marriage & family situation), Phil & Suzanne Wilkins, prayers for Mission Control Challenges, Glenda Mitchum, Lisa & Pete Vogel (family of Brenda Stone).
* 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.
Jane Dempsey’s Funeral Arrangements - Thursday Afternoon, September 14th (Visitation & Service Times Below)
Due to both of Jane’s daughters and her sons-in-law coming down with Covid, the services have been rescheduled for Thursday afternoon, September 14th beginning with:
Visitation (11am to 1pm)
Funeral Service (immediately following the conclusion of visitation)
Burial will take place at the Bagdad Cemetery
Wedding Shower for Andrew Best & Bethany Ousley - Saturday Morning, September 16th at 11am
There will be a family wedding shower for Andrew Best and Bethany Ousley here at the church building on Saturday, September 16th at 11 AM. Anyone from the church who would like to attend are welcome or there will be a collection for a gift card for the couple. Please sign up on the board if you will be attending the shower or see Barbara Suddeth for the card. The last day to give on the card will be the 17th.
Singing Night (Sunday Evening Service) — Sunday Night, September 17th 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 at Val Clark’s House - Monday Night, September 18th at 6pm
Let us all work together for a good showing, I am very motivated with a lot to share as well as excited to fellowship with ALL OF MY SISTERS!!!
Where: Home of Val Clark (1028 Lana’s Lane, Lawrenceburg, KY) (Phone: 859-556-4866)
Meal: Food Provided
Bring: Note Pad & Pen.
Small Groups (Sunday Evening Service) — Sunday Night, September 24th at 6pm
In order to build relationships with our church family, instead of meeting at the church building, we will meet in each other's homes for a short devotional, guided discussion, prayer, and fellowship. More information on locations will be coming soon.
Elders, Ministers, & Deacons Meeting — Sunday Afternoon, October 1st at 4pm
Elders, Ministers, & Deacons will meet on the 1st Sunday of each month, from 4-6pm.
Mission Control (Sunday Evening Service) — Sunday Night, October 1st at 6pm
Everyone meets in small groups in the fellowship hall. Material is provided for group discussion of each question. Responses on how to better meet the month's challenges are shared with all groups. Attendance at the previous mission control meetings is not required.
Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast — Saturday Morning, October 7th at 8am
Join us on the 1st Saturday morning of each month, for the Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast. We will meet downstairs in the Fellowship Hall and be studying from the book of James. See you there!
Invitation To Matthew Franklin & April Blanton's Wedding - Saturday Night, October 21st at 5pm
Wedding Invitation to April Blanton and Matthew Franklin’s wedding ceremony at Holly Hill Church of Christ, Saturday, October 21, 2023, at 5:00pm.
The reception will be located at: Chandler Ridge, 9771 Vigo Road, Bagdad, Ky. 40003.
Gift Registry: See invitation on bulletin board.
Contact Michele Blanton (502-321-0760) for any questions.
Thanks,
Michele Blanton
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:
Westridge Elementary Backpack Program
The backpack program with Westridge Elementary School starts for Holly Hill in October. 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 and 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 September, we need:
Green Beans
Saltine Crackers
September Mission Control Challenges
We have 3 new challenges for the month of September 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 — We’ve just began a new quarter and we do not have enough volunteers to fully staff each class. We need help on Wednesday evenings, specifically in our Pre-K class and with our 3rd-5th grade class. 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 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