The Hill's Chapel House Call
The Hill’s Chapel House Call September 2017
Hilltoppers The Hilltoppers will go to Wendy’s on Thursday, September 7th. Meet at the restaurant at 11am. October we will go to the mountains. We will let you know the date and time for that trip. Hope you can join us for the beautiful colors of the mountains as we enjoy the splendor of God’s work. Hope you have enjoyed your summer, almost time to get ready for fall and winter! you for lunch at Wendy’s.
See
Mae Goff
United Methodist Women The spaghetti dinner on Sunday, August 27th was a big success. Thanks to all the ladies who worked to make this a great day, and to everyone who set up, tore down or whatever your part was. We cleared $1,545.00. This money will be given to the general budget. Tuesday, September 12th we will begin our UMW suppers. Mark your calendars for 6 pm and join us for good food and great fellowship. This money will go to the book back fund at Catawba Springs. Parade of Tables will be Saturday, September 30th. Thanks for all your support. Mae Goff
Memorials In Memory Of Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie
Donor’s Name HCUMC Marty & Lea Anne Cansler Tim, Heather & Gunner Alexander Art & Janet Howard Cammie Chapman Don & Susan Grice Pat Taylor Cecil & Debbie Dellinger Gary & Janet Duckworth
Designated Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Building Fund
In Honor Of Leigh Hager Janet Howie
Donor’s Name Gary & Janet Duckworth Marty & Lea Anne Cansler
Designated Bookbag Fund Sanctuary Fund
Be Yourself For God Rabbi Joseph Liebermann describes a dream where he dies and goes to stand before God’s judgment seat. As he waits, the rabbi fears that the Lord will ask him, “Why weren’t you a Moses … or a David ... or a Solomon?” Instead, God surprises him by simply asking, “Why weren’t you Rabbi Liebermann?” When our lives are over, God won’t ask us why we weren’t a Mother Teresa or another saintly soul. He simply wants us to be who he created us to be. “We are his workmanship,” St. Paul writes in Ephesians 2:10. In Greek, workmanship means “a piece of art.” You are God’s masterpiece. Life isn’t a game of comparison. It’s a journey of discovery of how God has uniquely created you to perform specific tasks in this life. Your life is God’s canvas. Don’t hinder the painting process! —Mike Paulison
Anniversaries and Birthdays
06 – Kevin and Donna Dellinger
24 – Jodi and Jennifer Meier
06 – Joel & Teresa Little
30 – John and Lori Gaston
11 – Andy and Amy Page
01 – Larry Dellinger
18 – Pat Johnson
03 – Amber Tuttle
19 – Tammy Butner
03 – Justin Wilkes
19 – Jeana Young
07 – Barry Butner
20 – Drew Hilty
08 – Cecil Dellinger
20 – Joe Iddings
09 – Elaine Stillwell
22 – Gray Dellinger
11 – Molly Farrow
23 – Jennifer Gales
12 – Diane Fisher
23 – Brayden Miller
12 – Iris Walker
23 – Russell Dickson
14 – Debbie Morrison
24 – Steven Gales
16 – Andrea Harris
29 – Leela Church
18 – Doug Core
29 – Dare Dellinger 29 – Stephen Wilkes
Willing Workers Snacks 03 – Hager/Bradshaw 10 – Core/Ballard 17 – Homecoming 24 – Love/Williams
Children’s Message 03 – Jacquie Fisher 10 – Jacquie Fisher 17 – Jacquie Fisher 24 – Jacquie Fisher
Greeters 03 – The Ballards 10 – The Hensons 17 – The Littles 24 – The Heglers
Children’s Church 03 – Jacquie Fisher 10 – Jacquie Fisher 17 – Jacquie Fisher 24 – Jacquie Fisher
Worship Set-Up 03 – The Walkers 10 – The Jones 17 – Homecoming 24 – The Hagers
Nursery
* See Jacquie Fisher if needed.
KIDZ KLUB!! Saturday, September 23, 2017 9:00 am Tiger World trip Ages 3 years thru 5th grade Reservations are not required Hill’s Chapel UMC 988 South NC 16 Business Highway Stanley, NC 28164 704-827-9511 www.hcumc.com
Hill’s Chapel United Methodist Women Present the Parade of Tables September 30, 2017 11:00 am Hill’s Chapel FLC
HOMECOMING SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th COME ONE, COME ALL! GUEST PREACHER: Dr. MIKE LEATHERWOOD 10:00 am: SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:00 am: WORSHIP in the SHELTER 12:00 pm: HOMECOMING MEAL in the FAMILY LIFE CENTER Mike, Theresa, Chad and Leticia were at our church in the mid to late 70’s. Please invite your families to join us on this day and especially your children that were attending during this time. Also, we would like to have someone donate flowers for the alter in honor or memory of someone. If you would like to do this, please let Cammie Chapman know.
Pastor’s Pen This month, Hill’s Chapel will celebrate its annual Homecoming service. I always looked forward to Homecoming when I was growing up. It was good to see people that had moved away, even if “moved away” meant just a few miles down the road. If they wound up at a different church, you missed them every Sunday. And, of course, it wouldn’t be Homecoming without a bunch of tables somehow not collapsing underneath mountains of food, now would it?? One Homecoming I particularly remember was in 1976. It was the nation’s Bicentennial and as part of our celebration everyone was encouraged to dress up in Colonial dress. Well, the thread and needle came out in many households, and Colonial dresses and frock coats and men’s breeches were made out of old clothes or scrap material. There was even a powdered wig or two! I still remember two old belt buckles were turned into decorations for my shoe tops. The local farmers that still had horse-drawn carts got them out and drove them to church - maybe not a surrey with the fringe on top, but still a sight to see! That was a Homecoming to remember. I can’t tell you the name of the preacher or what the sermon was about or even anything we sang. I can’t remember what we had to eat - though I can guarantee you there would've been at least half a dozen different forms of fried chicken, the same number of mashed potatoes, green beans and casseroles, and twice as many bowls of home-made biscuits. But what I do remember is how much fun it was because everyone had made the effort to dress up a bit and have some fun while we worshipped the God who gives us life and joy. And I’m sure God was smiling too! This September, do something a little special for God. It doesn’t have to be a powdered wig and horse-drawn cart. Maybe take some of your free time and go for a walk and just share that walk with God. Maybe buy yourself a new Bible, or just pick up one that’s been on your shelf too long, and read it from beginning to end. (I recently came across my old children’s Bible, so that’s the next one on my list to read!). Or maybe you can take on something for God, or give something up that is keeping you from God - we don’t have to wait for Lent to do that! But do something a little extra for God, and then share what you did with others. Let’s encourage one another in our faith - I believe that’s mentioned in the Bible. :) Have a fun September, and share that joy in God! Love Sean
Hill’s Chapel United Methodist Church 988 South NC 16 Business Highway Stanley, NC 28164 www.hcumc.com 704-827-9511
Hilltoppers The Hilltoppers will go to Wendy’s on Thursday, September 7th. Meet at the restaurant at 11am. October we will go to the mountains. We will let you know the date and time for that trip. Hope you can join us for the beautiful colors of the mountains as we enjoy the splendor of God’s work. Hope you have enjoyed your summer, almost time to get ready for fall and winter! you for lunch at Wendy’s.
See
Mae Goff
United Methodist Women The spaghetti dinner on Sunday, August 27th was a big success. Thanks to all the ladies who worked to make this a great day, and to everyone who set up, tore down or whatever your part was. We cleared $1,545.00. This money will be given to the general budget. Tuesday, September 12th we will begin our UMW suppers. Mark your calendars for 6 pm and join us for good food and great fellowship. This money will go to the book back fund at Catawba Springs. Parade of Tables will be Saturday, September 30th. Thanks for all your support. Mae Goff
Memorials In Memory Of Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie Carroll Howie
Donor’s Name HCUMC Marty & Lea Anne Cansler Tim, Heather & Gunner Alexander Art & Janet Howard Cammie Chapman Don & Susan Grice Pat Taylor Cecil & Debbie Dellinger Gary & Janet Duckworth
Designated Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Sanctuary Fund Building Fund
In Honor Of Leigh Hager Janet Howie
Donor’s Name Gary & Janet Duckworth Marty & Lea Anne Cansler
Designated Bookbag Fund Sanctuary Fund
Be Yourself For God Rabbi Joseph Liebermann describes a dream where he dies and goes to stand before God’s judgment seat. As he waits, the rabbi fears that the Lord will ask him, “Why weren’t you a Moses … or a David ... or a Solomon?” Instead, God surprises him by simply asking, “Why weren’t you Rabbi Liebermann?” When our lives are over, God won’t ask us why we weren’t a Mother Teresa or another saintly soul. He simply wants us to be who he created us to be. “We are his workmanship,” St. Paul writes in Ephesians 2:10. In Greek, workmanship means “a piece of art.” You are God’s masterpiece. Life isn’t a game of comparison. It’s a journey of discovery of how God has uniquely created you to perform specific tasks in this life. Your life is God’s canvas. Don’t hinder the painting process! —Mike Paulison
Anniversaries and Birthdays
06 – Kevin and Donna Dellinger
24 – Jodi and Jennifer Meier
06 – Joel & Teresa Little
30 – John and Lori Gaston
11 – Andy and Amy Page
01 – Larry Dellinger
18 – Pat Johnson
03 – Amber Tuttle
19 – Tammy Butner
03 – Justin Wilkes
19 – Jeana Young
07 – Barry Butner
20 – Drew Hilty
08 – Cecil Dellinger
20 – Joe Iddings
09 – Elaine Stillwell
22 – Gray Dellinger
11 – Molly Farrow
23 – Jennifer Gales
12 – Diane Fisher
23 – Brayden Miller
12 – Iris Walker
23 – Russell Dickson
14 – Debbie Morrison
24 – Steven Gales
16 – Andrea Harris
29 – Leela Church
18 – Doug Core
29 – Dare Dellinger 29 – Stephen Wilkes
Willing Workers Snacks 03 – Hager/Bradshaw 10 – Core/Ballard 17 – Homecoming 24 – Love/Williams
Children’s Message 03 – Jacquie Fisher 10 – Jacquie Fisher 17 – Jacquie Fisher 24 – Jacquie Fisher
Greeters 03 – The Ballards 10 – The Hensons 17 – The Littles 24 – The Heglers
Children’s Church 03 – Jacquie Fisher 10 – Jacquie Fisher 17 – Jacquie Fisher 24 – Jacquie Fisher
Worship Set-Up 03 – The Walkers 10 – The Jones 17 – Homecoming 24 – The Hagers
Nursery
* See Jacquie Fisher if needed.
KIDZ KLUB!! Saturday, September 23, 2017 9:00 am Tiger World trip Ages 3 years thru 5th grade Reservations are not required Hill’s Chapel UMC 988 South NC 16 Business Highway Stanley, NC 28164 704-827-9511 www.hcumc.com
Hill’s Chapel United Methodist Women Present the Parade of Tables September 30, 2017 11:00 am Hill’s Chapel FLC
HOMECOMING SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th COME ONE, COME ALL! GUEST PREACHER: Dr. MIKE LEATHERWOOD 10:00 am: SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:00 am: WORSHIP in the SHELTER 12:00 pm: HOMECOMING MEAL in the FAMILY LIFE CENTER Mike, Theresa, Chad and Leticia were at our church in the mid to late 70’s. Please invite your families to join us on this day and especially your children that were attending during this time. Also, we would like to have someone donate flowers for the alter in honor or memory of someone. If you would like to do this, please let Cammie Chapman know.
Pastor’s Pen This month, Hill’s Chapel will celebrate its annual Homecoming service. I always looked forward to Homecoming when I was growing up. It was good to see people that had moved away, even if “moved away” meant just a few miles down the road. If they wound up at a different church, you missed them every Sunday. And, of course, it wouldn’t be Homecoming without a bunch of tables somehow not collapsing underneath mountains of food, now would it?? One Homecoming I particularly remember was in 1976. It was the nation’s Bicentennial and as part of our celebration everyone was encouraged to dress up in Colonial dress. Well, the thread and needle came out in many households, and Colonial dresses and frock coats and men’s breeches were made out of old clothes or scrap material. There was even a powdered wig or two! I still remember two old belt buckles were turned into decorations for my shoe tops. The local farmers that still had horse-drawn carts got them out and drove them to church - maybe not a surrey with the fringe on top, but still a sight to see! That was a Homecoming to remember. I can’t tell you the name of the preacher or what the sermon was about or even anything we sang. I can’t remember what we had to eat - though I can guarantee you there would've been at least half a dozen different forms of fried chicken, the same number of mashed potatoes, green beans and casseroles, and twice as many bowls of home-made biscuits. But what I do remember is how much fun it was because everyone had made the effort to dress up a bit and have some fun while we worshipped the God who gives us life and joy. And I’m sure God was smiling too! This September, do something a little special for God. It doesn’t have to be a powdered wig and horse-drawn cart. Maybe take some of your free time and go for a walk and just share that walk with God. Maybe buy yourself a new Bible, or just pick up one that’s been on your shelf too long, and read it from beginning to end. (I recently came across my old children’s Bible, so that’s the next one on my list to read!). Or maybe you can take on something for God, or give something up that is keeping you from God - we don’t have to wait for Lent to do that! But do something a little extra for God, and then share what you did with others. Let’s encourage one another in our faith - I believe that’s mentioned in the Bible. :) Have a fun September, and share that joy in God! Love Sean
Hill’s Chapel United Methodist Church 988 South NC 16 Business Highway Stanley, NC 28164 www.hcumc.com 704-827-9511
