No One Gets Out Alive
“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.
No One Gets Out Alive
Devotional by: Tom Roach
I have attended several more funerals and wakes in the past two months than I care to admit. I believe I’m not alone when I say that I don’t enjoy those occasions, although they are very necessary. The older I get, the less I see people who once were well connected in my life. Unfortunately, I only see them now at weddings or funerals. I believe that reminds me that people drift in and out of our lives for a time and for a reason. Also, seeing them less and making more frequent visits to funeral homes reminds me of my own mortality. Tying these two thoughts together, I wonder how people will eulogize me when the time comes. Will there be a funny story, a kind word, or thankfulness for having been of some assistance? Or will their absence and silence speak volumes?
Author Charles Franklin wrote, “You are writing your epitaph. You are writing it now! Life is a process, not a goal. Live it now, or you will miss it!” If we are writing our own epitaph now, what is guiding our hand as the words are recorded on the paper? Here are a few verses for you to consider as you think about this topic.
Prov 27:19: "As water reflects the face, so one’s life reflects the heart."
Isa 46:4: “Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you; I will sustain you and I will rescue you.”
John 10:10: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”
Eccl. 9:9-10: “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might, for there is no work or thought or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol, to which you are going.”
Prov 22:1: “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.”
Prov 27:2: “Don't praise yourself. Let someone else do it. Let the praise come from a stranger and not from your own mouth.”
Col. 3:23-24: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
Certainly, we are all on a march to the grave. Further, we don’t know the number of days remaining on our march. Thus far, is our life worthy of fond remembrance? Careful self-reflection may reveal the answer.
News
This section is for any special announcements that are not upcoming events or prayer requests.
Guines, Cuba Mission Report (Jan-Feb 2024)
Holly Hill,
Please review the latest report from Guines, Cuba. I fly to visit them on April 11th and return April 15th. It is not too late to purchase Bible school supplies or give money for this work. Thank you for your prayers and support.
Robert Roach
Donations For Cuba
Holly Hill Family,
Please check-out the list on the bulletin board for items to bring for Cuba. Sign-up and bring your items. Money is also appreciated.
Robert Roach
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, March 31st
Bible Class Attendance - 53
Worship Attendance - 123
Contribution - $4,505.00
Prayers
Here are some individuals that especially need our prayers this week. Please keep them in mind every time you pray.
New Prayer Requests:
Brynlee Stone (Brenda Stone’s granddaughter)
Tanya Phipps (Brenda Stone’s niece)
The Family of Billy Roberts (Valerie Clark’s cousin)
Valerie Clark
Larry Clarke & Family
Charlotte Chowning (Joyce Best's sister)
Phil & Suzanne Wilkins
Ongoing Prayers For: 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.
Men’s Bible Study & Breakfast - Saturday, April 6th (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.
Small Groups/Mission Control - Sunday, April 7th (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 8th (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. Class will cover Galatians 2.
“Women Of The Word” Bible Study Group - Tuesday, April 9th (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. Class will cover Galatians 2.
Packing Backpacks For The Westridge Elementary Backpack Program - Wednesday, April 10th (5:30pm)
On Wednesday nights before Bible Study, we’ll be packing 75 backpack meals for the Westridge Elementary Backpack Program at 5:30pm.
Elder, Deacon, Minister Meeting - Sunday, April 14th (2pm)
Our monthly Elder, Deacon, & Minister Meeting will be Sunday, March 10th at 2pm. We'll meet at the church building, downstairs in the fellowship hall.
“Large Group” Evening Worship Service - Sunday, April 14th (4pm)
On the 2nd Sunday of each month, we will have a traditional service at 4pm.
Packing Backpacks For The Westridge Elementary Backpack Program - Wednesday, April 17th (5:30pm)
On Wednesday nights before Bible Study, we’ll be packing 75 backpack meals for the Westridge Elementary Backpack Program at 5:30pm.
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.
“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 Westridge Elementary 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.
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
Donations For Cuba
Please check-out the list on the bulletin board for items to bring for Cuba. Sign-up and bring your items. Money is also appreciated.
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