Relationships & Memories
“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.
Relationships & Memories Devotional by: Tom Roach
Several of us recently travelled to Haleyville, AL to surprise Jonathan Germany on his birthday. You may have already seen one of the Facebook posts about our trip. The idea for the trip started with the high school ladies talking with Sonia and it blossomed from there. Kathrine was in on the surprise and coordinated everything on that end. There are several things that made this trip noteworthy.
First, the trip would not have happened without quality relationships between the girls and the Germany’s and amongst the girl’s families. Quality relationships take time and effort. Proverbs 18:24 tells us there are “friends that stick closer than a brother” meaning we can build relationships that are closer than a blood relative. Our church family should be these kinds of friends. We were in good company so our character was never in threat of corruption (1 Cor. 15:33).
Second, we travelled together as much as possible for mutual support. Ecclesiastes 4:10 indicates that it is important to have another to help you if you fall. Kathrine coordinated with a member of the congregation for a place for us to stay. They opened their home to us, gave us the run of the place, and wouldn’t take anything in return (1 Pet. 4:8).
Third, the trip created opportunities for the deepening of those relationships through shared experiences that become memories. Shared experiences don’t have to be some thoroughly planned or lavish event. It does require everyone to be present in the moment and not just looking at their phone in a different location. Presence creates opportunities for conversations which allow participants to get to know each other better. It is nearly impossible to be devoted to one another in love (Rom. 12:10) otherwise. Whether humorous anecdotes, deeper conversations, or shared experiences, all create deeper connections. Colossians 3:14 says “love binds us together in perfect unity.” Years later, those memories may remain as touchstones in the relationships.
If you take nothing else away from this, I encourage you to create opportunities to build relationships and create memories with other Christians.
Missions
These are the challenges that the congregation is actively working on this month.
Our Missions For April
Equip — Equip another disciple to remain faithful by encouraging someone to attend with you, or get involved with, a church activity or event.
Kids’ Challenge — Ask your parents how you can get involved at church, and ask for their help so you can make a difference.
Teach — Read Psalm 27 for as many days as you can this month, and each day, write down one thing you noticed either about God’s faithfulness towards us, or our loyalty to Him. Share your observations with someone.
Kids’ Challenge — Read Psalm 27 with your parents and ask them to help you understand what it means for you to seek God.
Serve — Look for a way to demonstrate faithfulness to God by helping someone, or getting involved, in a way that requires a sacrifice on your part.
Kids’ Challenge — Think of something that you like to do, and next time, sacrifice by by spending that time doing something kind for someone else.
*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.
Congratulations, Kurt & Emily
Davy Montooth was born Wednesday morning at 7:45am, weighing 9lb 3oz and 20” long. Everyone is doing well! Thank you for all your prayers for our family!
-Kurt & Emily Montooth
Dress Donations
Hello church family, I am looking for any formal dress donations. I have been in contact with the activities director at Homeplace in Midway. She is seeking donations for dresses because all of the ladies there have requested to have a prom in early May. So if you have any dresses to donate, please let me know, and I will get them to the activities director when I donate mine. I will need any donations by the end of this month. Thank you all!
Katie Bell
Operation Re-Stock the Food Pantry (April)
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:
Peanut Butter
Jelly
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.Important Announcement Regarding Mail
To counter the recent instances of mail theft, we rented a post office post to secure the delivery of mail. For at least the next three months, please send all correspondence, especially checks, to the following address:
Holly Hill Church of Christ P.O. Box 4001 Frankfort, KY 40604
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
Bible Class Attendance (Sun AM) — 77 (9APR2023)
Worship Attendance (Sun AM) — 135 (9APR2023)
Contribution — $6,363.00 (9APR2023)
Prayers
Here are some individuals that especially need our prayers this week. Please keep them in mind every time you pray.
New Prayer Requests:
Larry & Renita Clarke
Wanda Justice (Alyson Woodyard’s grandmother)
Betty Blanton (Bruce Blanton’s mother)
Janis Friend
Rhoda Jones
Nell McNeely (Samantha Horn’s grandmother)
Ongoing Prayers For: Bill & Mary Jo Marion (friends of Robin Mayes), Helen Hall, The family of Daniel Rowlette (Alyson Woodyard's cousin), Robin Iberschoff, Penny Harland (Katie Bell’s mother), The Parnell Family, Alyssa Deaton, Robert Lewis (Sharon Lewis’ son), Pete & Jessie Tropoulos, Codie Rich (Michael & Kimberly Mundt’s son-in-law), Emma Collins, Mary Johnson, Jerry Mayes, 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), Butch Elliott (Robin Mayes friend), Gail Keith (Michele Blanton’s mother), Nikki Fenney (Johnny and Julie Widener’s niece), Bertha Young’s family, Dorothy Trent, Polly Deaton, Jane Dempsey, The Horn and Bell family, The Stone family, Rita Tackett (Alyson Woodyard’s aunt), Inez Ramsey, Sandra Haden (Tiffany Quarles’ mother), 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), 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.
Baby Shower for Jody & Brenda Hughes — Saturday, April 15th at 2pm
Donna White, Cora Owens and Sonia Roach will be hosting a baby shower for Jody and Brenda Hughes on Saturday, April 15th at 2:00 in the fellowship hall. Jody is the son of Donna White. They are expecting a baby boy in August. For more information on the baby registry, please follow the provided link:
Singing Service — April 16th, Sunday Night 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!
“Complete” (Week 5), Mid-week Adult Bible Study — Wednesday, April 19th at 6:30pm
Our new mid-week adult Bible study, “Complete,” will continue Wednesday evening at 6:30pm. Make sure to check your email this week for the Week 5 lesson material.
Small Group Sunday — April 23rd, Sunday Evening 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.
Teaching Tabithas Ladies Meeting—Thursday, April 27th at 6pm
Teaching Tabitha’s Ladies Ministry is scheduled for April 27th, Thursday at 6pm in the fellowship hall. This month for Child Abuse Awareness Month I will be teaching how to make a drawstring bag to donate to help comfort abused children then the bag will be filled with items they may need. Please comment on this post if you are interested. We will also put a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board that way I know how many supplies to get. Thank you all!
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:
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:
Peanut Butter
Jelly
April Mission Control Challenges
We have 3 new challenges for the month of April 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 June, 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