Devoted To Fellowship
“I Am The Vine; You Are The Branches. Whoever Abides In Me & I In Him, He It Is That Bears Much Fruit, For Apart From Me You Can Do Nothing.” John 15:5, ESV
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A Short Message To Get You Excited For Sunday’s Worship Service.
Devoted To Fellowship
By: Elijah Bell
Last Sunday, we began our look into ten “kingdom keys” seen in Acts 2:42-47 that led to the explosive growth of the church when people treated Jesus as both Lord and Christ (Acts 2:36). We started with the first, which is devotion to the apostles’ teaching. This upcoming Sunday (1/11) we will take a look at the second, which is devotion to fellowship.
When most people think of the word “fellowship,” myself included, we tend to think of simply spending time together with fellow Christians. To illustrate this, we even have coined the term “fellowship hall” for the room in the basement of the church building where we gather for meals or events.
But what if I told you that biblical fellowship actually doesn’t have anything to do with shared TIME, but rather shared IDENTITY? The greek word for “fellowship” is “κοινωνία” (Koinonia), and it means a participation or shared unity. In Philippians 2:1-2 we see a much more complete description of what true biblical fellowship really is. Paul breaks it down into four distinct things we share when we truly embrace the “fellowship of the Spirit”: First, we share the same mind. Second, we share the same love. Third, we share the same spirit. Fourth, we share the same purpose.
This Sunday, Jan 11, we will break down these four elements of our shared identity, and learn how Holly Hill can truly be devoted to fellowship in a way that treats Jesus as both Lord and Christ. We love you all, and look forward to seeing you Sunday, Lord willing!
News
This Section Is For Any Special Announcements That Are Not Upcoming Events Or Prayer Requests.
Upcoming Schedule For Life Groups
Holly Hill Life Groups meet on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month (Sep-May). If you require a church member’s contact information, home address, or require directions to a specific Life Group, please contact the church office at office@hollyhillcoc.org.
Jan 18
Feb 1
Feb 15
Mar 1
Mar 15
Jan 11 | Worship Duty Roster
C2W: Jeff Jones
Song Leader: Sam Travis
Prayer: David Richardson
Lord’s Supper: Bruce Blanton
Scripture: Andrew Castanis
Jan 18 | Worship Duty Roster
C2W: Bradley Richardson
Song Leader: Tom Owens
Prayer: Joe Richardson
Lord’s Supper: Mark Johnson
Scripture: Brad Proctor
Jan 25 | Worship Duty Roster
C2W: Lee Wise
Song Leader: Scott Trent
Prayer: Richard Dailey
Lord’s Supper: Mike Mayes
Scripture: Brad Proctor
Jan 4 | Attendance & Contribution
Bible Class Attendance: 90
Worship Attendance: 154
Contribution: $7,085.00
Prayers
Here Are Some Individuals That Especially Need Our Prayers This Week. Please Keep Them In Mind Every Time You Pray.
New Prayer Requests:
Nan Conway
Family of Shirley Chatham Hood
Family of Donna Marie Sharp
Ashli Mayes
Bob Dabney
Jackie Hensley
Susan Kennon
Brenda Perkins
Ongoing Prayers For: Family of Euletta Joyce Irvin; Jim Clark; Ezra Caldwell; Harding Risk; Jeff Jones; Ernie & Judy Casey; Joyce Best; Barbara Sudduth; Jackye Stockton; The Jones Family; Valerie Clark; Molly Littlefield-Lane; Lee Isleman; Emmie Forrest; Jim Norrick; Phil & Suzanne Wilkins; Joue Manglicmot; The Pittman Family; Betty Blanton; Cora Owens; The Clarke Family; James & Rita Tackett; Dylan Smith; Geneva Hammons; Cathy Steele; Janis Friend; Tammy Radcliff; Jeannie LeBeau; Sonia Roach; Jerry Mayes; Kim Tillett; Carl Stoner; Melissa Farmer; Robin Ibershoff; Helen Hall; Charlene Ramsey; Inez Chatham; Ethan Jones; Jessie Tropoulos; Janice Coffelt; Polly Deaton; Robert Roach Sr; Janice Gregory; Penny Harland; Alyssa Deaton.
Upcoming Events
The Upcoming Events That You Need To Make Space On Your Calendar For.
Jan 11 | Men’s Business Meeting
The men will have a Business Meeting at 2:00 PM on Sunday, Jan 11, downstairs in the fellowship hall. All male members of the congregation are encouraged to attend.
Jan 11 | Women’s Ministry Program Meeting
The ladies will have a Women’s Ministry Program meeting at 2:00 PM on Sunday, Jan 11, upstairs in the auditorium. All program committee leaders are encouraged to attend.
Jan 18 | Life Groups
Life Group information is on the wall in the foyer, including group specifics & schedules. Life Groups meet on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month (Sep-May).
Feb 1 | Life Groups
Life Group information is on the wall in the foyer, including group specifics & schedules. Life Groups meet on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month (Sep-May).
Feb 7 | Men's Bible Study & Breakfast
The Men's Bible Study & Breakfast takes place on the first Saturday of each month at the church building, downstairs in the fellowship hall. This month’s study will be on Saturday, Feb 7 at 8:00 AM.
Feb 15 | Life Groups
Life Group information is on the wall in the foyer, including group specifics & schedules. Life Groups meet on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month (Sep-May).
Get Involved
There Are A Lot Of Ways You Can Get Involved & Do The Work Of God In Our Community!
Limited-Time Opportunities:
Food Pantry | January Items
For the month of January, the food pantry is collecting the following items:
Canned Green Beans
Canned Corn
Canned Carrots
WES Backpack Program
We will once again be taking part in the Westridge Elementary School’s Backpack Program. We have listed some of the needed items below. If you prefer to make a monetary contribution, you can donate via check. Please make sure you add “Backpack Program” to the memo line. If you have any questions, please see Steve or Jenny Jones.
Items Needed:
Hot Chocolate
Ramen Noodles
Oatmeal
Easy Mac Cups
Nutri-Grain Bars
Chef Boyardee,
Vienna Sausages
Granola Bars
Fruit Cups
Cheese Dippers
Peas & Carrots
Pop-Tarts
Applesauce Cups
Pudding Cups
Fruit Rollups
Soup Cups
Green Beans
Corn
Pretzels
Pork-N-Beans
Cereal Cups
Beanie Weenies
Cookie Packs
Fruit Gummies
Cheez-its
Cheese & Crackers
Tuna Kits
Rice Krispy Treats
Raisins
Slim Jims
Protein Bars
Long-Term Opportunities:
Mission Ministry
Check out the Kingdom work being done by the congregation in Güines, Cuba! Linked below is the Mission Report for September & October.
Women’s Ministry
The Women's Ministry Program wants to make sure those unable to attend church are receiving visits! If you are not a member of the visitation committee but have visited someone recently, please let Cora Owens know. The visitation committee is creating a complete list of members to visit and wants to be sure no one is left out! Thanks in advance!
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 David Jones, Brad Gregory, or Brad Proctor.
Meal Train & Potluck Ministry
If you’d like to help a family in need of a meal or sign up to bring a dish to a potluck, please contact Robin Mayes.
Building Security
We are in need of volunteers to make sure the building is locked following the conclusion of our Sunday & Mid-Week services. A sign-up sheet that runs through the remainder of the year has been place in the foyer. If you have any questions, please contact Scott Trent.
Youth Ministry
Holly Hill is beginning a search for a Children and Youth Minister. The Evangelistic Committee (Scott Trent, David Jones, Tom Owens, Jeff Jones, or Robert Roach) need your suggestions and input. Please pray for this position and for our congregation and for the search committee that will be formed in the coming days.
Children’s Ministry
If you’d be willing to teach, sub, or help, please see Scott Trent. We have a wonderful opportunity to teach God’s Word to our children. Let’s make sure they get our very best! Thank you!
Greeting Card Ministry
Every Sunday there are cards spread out on a table in the auditorium, right in front of the nursery window, which 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 someone who would benefit from receiving a card from the church, please provide the name and address to Joyce Best. We will have “Get Well” cards, “Thinking of You” cards, “Praying For You” cards, and “Sympathy” cards.
Shriners Children’s Hospital
Donna White is collecting soda can tabs to donate to the Shriners Children’s Hospital. Please leave your donations in the lobby.
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