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Hillside Missionary Church
2/20/22 Worship Gathering
Whether you’re a guest or a long-time attendee we’re glad you’re here with us. We’re a friendly and caring group of Christians who are here to help people be CONNECTED with Jesus, CHANGED by Jesus, and COMMITTED to the mission of Jesus. If you're new with us today, thank for joining us! We truly believe that you’re not here by accident and that God has some amazing plans for your life. If you’d like some information about who we are and how to get plugged in here at Hillside, please fill out the “I’m New” page on our website, hmcworship.com/im-new/
Locations & Times
21567 Ireland Rd, South Bend, IN 46614, USA
Sunday 10:00 AM
In this passage of God’s Word, we see Jesus continuing His Journey towards Jerusalem. As He does, He encounters a blind man crying out to Him. By taking a look at this blind man’s story, we can see what it looks like to have true faith:
1. Don’t let your circumstances hold you back from God
Luke 18:35-38, John 16:33, 1 John 5:4-5, Prov. 3:5-6, 1 Cor. 10:13
2. Don’t let others hold you back from God
Luke 18:39-40, Prov. 14:12, 2 Cor. 12:19, 1 Pet. 5:8, Matt. 10:28
3. Recognize your needs and take them to God
Luke 18:41-42, Phil. 4:6-7, John 15:7, Mark 11:24, James 5:16
4. Glorify God and point everyone towards Him
Luke 18:43, Tit. 2:10, 1 Pet. 3:15-16, John 13:35, 1 Cor. 9:22, Col. 4:6
1. Don’t let your circumstances hold you back from God
Luke 18:35-38, John 16:33, 1 John 5:4-5, Prov. 3:5-6, 1 Cor. 10:13
2. Don’t let others hold you back from God
Luke 18:39-40, Prov. 14:12, 2 Cor. 12:19, 1 Pet. 5:8, Matt. 10:28
3. Recognize your needs and take them to God
Luke 18:41-42, Phil. 4:6-7, John 15:7, Mark 11:24, James 5:16
4. Glorify God and point everyone towards Him
Luke 18:43, Tit. 2:10, 1 Pet. 3:15-16, John 13:35, 1 Cor. 9:22, Col. 4:6
Reflection Questions
1. There were several things that could have held back the blind man from crying out to Jesus. Has there ever been anything or anyone that has held you back from God? If so, what and why?
2. When you have a need in your life, is your first step to take it to God? Why or why not? If not, what is your first step?
3. On a scale from 1-10, how has your faith been during this season of your life? Why did you rate yourself like that? What has led up to you having that level of faith during this season of your life? What practical step(s) can you take to have a greater faith? Who can keep you accountable to that?
1. There were several things that could have held back the blind man from crying out to Jesus. Has there ever been anything or anyone that has held you back from God? If so, what and why?
2. When you have a need in your life, is your first step to take it to God? Why or why not? If not, what is your first step?
3. On a scale from 1-10, how has your faith been during this season of your life? Why did you rate yourself like that? What has led up to you having that level of faith during this season of your life? What practical step(s) can you take to have a greater faith? Who can keep you accountable to that?
Current Prayer Requests
CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS: Pray for Jerry Jamrozy, who has bone cancer. Randy Harmon’s dad passed away this recently; please pray for him, Tammy, and Sharron.
MISSIONARIES: This month pray for the Erdels.
FAMILY OF THE WEEK: Each week we’ll pray for a different family in our church. This week pray for the Harmons.
HILLSIDE HAPPENINGS: Pray that the church would continue to stay unified under Christ. Pray for our livestream and for the people joining us there. Pray that God would use us to bring His Kingdom here. Pray for our children’s ministry as it is getting built back up.
CURRENT HAPPENINGS: Pray for the current health pandemic in our world and in our country. Pray for medical staff and for our leaders as they navigate how to best help. Pray for students, teachers, administrators, and all other school staff. Pray for the recent destruction due to storms.
MISSIONARIES: This month pray for the Erdels.
FAMILY OF THE WEEK: Each week we’ll pray for a different family in our church. This week pray for the Harmons.
HILLSIDE HAPPENINGS: Pray that the church would continue to stay unified under Christ. Pray for our livestream and for the people joining us there. Pray that God would use us to bring His Kingdom here. Pray for our children’s ministry as it is getting built back up.
CURRENT HAPPENINGS: Pray for the current health pandemic in our world and in our country. Pray for medical staff and for our leaders as they navigate how to best help. Pray for students, teachers, administrators, and all other school staff. Pray for the recent destruction due to storms.
Numbers
Attendance
In-person on 2/13/22: 23
Online views: N/A
Giving
Online (2/7/22-2/13/22): $502 for general
In-Person on 2/13/22: $407 for general
Total general needed weekly to meet budget: $1480
In-person on 2/13/22: 23
Online views: N/A
Giving
Online (2/7/22-2/13/22): $502 for general
In-Person on 2/13/22: $407 for general
Total general needed weekly to meet budget: $1480
Open Sorting Hour at the Foster Closet
Want to help out at the foster closet but can’t commit to helping regularly? That’s ok! Every Friday from 12:30-1:30 is an open sorting hour. If you’d like to help during the open sorting hour, please text Tammi Fisher at (216) 526-9974.
Groups
We believe that our faith grows best when we surround ourselves with other believers. That’s why we encourage everyone to be a part of one of our groups, where we can intentionally share our lives with one another. There is a Sunday School group meeting on Sunday mornings before Service at 9:30. Our small groups are also in the process of starting for the fall. If you would like to be a part of one, please reach out to Pastor Josh.
Email List
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Bible Reading Plans
Bible reading plans, to help you read through the Bible in a year, are available at the welcome center. These plans come along with a podcast, and also connect with the Youversion Bible app, to make it as convenient as possible.
Women's Retreat
Mark your calendars for this year’s district women’s retreat, happening on Saturday, March 12th. For more information, please see Tammi Fisher. More details to come.