Hillside Missionary Church
4/11/21 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 12:00 AM
In this passage of God’s Word we see a woman who has lost it all. However, in the midst of her horrible situation, she is met by Jesus. This passage of Scripture says that Jesus had compassion on her. By taking a look at this story we can see what God’s compassion looks like, and how He has compassion for all of us as well.
God shows us His compassion by:
1. Seeking us out
Luke 7:11-12, 1 John 4:19, Ps. 86:15
2. Encountering us personally
Luke 7:13-14, Jer. 1:5, Ps. 139:1-4
3. Healing us completely
Luke 7:15, Ps. 41:1-3, 147:3
God shows us His compassion by:
1. Seeking us out
Luke 7:11-12, 1 John 4:19, Ps. 86:15
2. Encountering us personally
Luke 7:13-14, Jer. 1:5, Ps. 139:1-4
3. Healing us completely
Luke 7:15, Ps. 41:1-3, 147:3
Reflection Questions
1. By talking directly with the widow and choosing to touch her son, Jesus encounters this woman personally. By doing this He shows her that He cares for her, and is not solely interested in building His following. Do you have an example in your life where you felt God encountered you personally, and it drew you nearer to Him because of it? Is there a way that you can help this happen for the people in your life?
2. Jesus went out of His way to intentionally seek out this woman. That action shows us that God cares for us and seeks us out as well. Do you ever struggle to remember God’s love for you? Do you ever struggle with being as gracious, merciful, and compassionate towards yourself as God is towards you? Do you ever struggle with being as gracious, merciful, and compassionate towards others as God is towards others? Why do you think that is?
3. Jesus not only brought the young man back to life but did so in such a way that the young man could immediately start talking. By doing so, He shows us that not only can He heal, but He can heal completely; bringing what was completely dead, back to a thriving life. What situation in your life do you need God to bring from completely dead to thriving?
1. By talking directly with the widow and choosing to touch her son, Jesus encounters this woman personally. By doing this He shows her that He cares for her, and is not solely interested in building His following. Do you have an example in your life where you felt God encountered you personally, and it drew you nearer to Him because of it? Is there a way that you can help this happen for the people in your life?
2. Jesus went out of His way to intentionally seek out this woman. That action shows us that God cares for us and seeks us out as well. Do you ever struggle to remember God’s love for you? Do you ever struggle with being as gracious, merciful, and compassionate towards yourself as God is towards you? Do you ever struggle with being as gracious, merciful, and compassionate towards others as God is towards others? Why do you think that is?
3. Jesus not only brought the young man back to life but did so in such a way that the young man could immediately start talking. By doing so, He shows us that not only can He heal, but He can heal completely; bringing what was completely dead, back to a thriving life. What situation in your life do you need God to bring from completely dead to thriving?
Current Prayer Requests
CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS: Rev. Ken Fetter's wife, Jo, entered her Savior's loving arms Tuesday night after an extended illness. Arrangements will be made at a later time. Please keep the Fetter family in your prayers during this time of loss.
MISSIONARIES: This month pray for the Bellas.
FAMILY OF THE WEEK: Each week we’ll pray for a different family in our church. This week pray for Josh Lamble.
HILLSIDE HAPPENINGS: Pray that the church would continue to stay unified under Christ. Pray for our online services and for the people joining us there. Pray that God would use us to bring His Kingdom here. Pray for the foster closet, as they are helping a new foster closet as they are currently in need of more volunteers.
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 our teachers and school administrators. Pray for the unrest and divisions in our country. Pray for our leaders, current and future. Pray for the political unrest.
MISSIONARIES: This month pray for the Bellas.
FAMILY OF THE WEEK: Each week we’ll pray for a different family in our church. This week pray for Josh Lamble.
HILLSIDE HAPPENINGS: Pray that the church would continue to stay unified under Christ. Pray for our online services and for the people joining us there. Pray that God would use us to bring His Kingdom here. Pray for the foster closet, as they are helping a new foster closet as they are currently in need of more volunteers.
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 our teachers and school administrators. Pray for the unrest and divisions in our country. Pray for our leaders, current and future. Pray for the political unrest.
Numbers
Attendance for 4/4/21 Service
In-person: 59
Online Views (through 4/8/21): 28
Giving
Online (3/29/20 to 4/4/21): $295 for general
In-Person (4/4/21): $575 for general, $60 for missions
Total general needed weekly to meet budget: $1480
In-person: 59
Online Views (through 4/8/21): 28
Giving
Online (3/29/20 to 4/4/21): $295 for general
In-Person (4/4/21): $575 for general, $60 for missions
Total general needed weekly to meet budget: $1480
Small Group
If you’re looking to go deeper with what Pastor Josh preaches on Sunday mornings or just looking for some extra fellowship time with your church family, then please consider joining a small group! Contact Pastor Josh.
In-Person Service Update
Thank you for your continual faithfulness and flexibility during these times. We especially appreciate those 8+ years old wearing their mask when not seated 6+ feet away from those outside of their household. Please remember, no offering plates will be passed; instead we ask you to give online or via the giving box near the gym entrance. Tables are set up in the back row of the gym for families with young children. We also kindly ask you to use the restroom before you come to ensure that our restrooms are as clean as possible for those who need to use them.
Women's Bible Study
A new women’s Bible study is being started on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 AM and will be meeting at the church building. For more information please contact April Rollf.
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.
Foster Closet Spring Cleaning Day
On April 17th the foster closet is having a spring-cleaning day from 9am-12pm. Any and all help is appreciated!