Hillside Missionary Church
12/26/21 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
Saturday 7:00 PM
In this passage of God’s Word, we see Jesus continuing to teach His disciples. This is a continuation of what He has taught them, and the pharisees from chapter 16. Considering that He was just addressing the pharisees, it is no surprise that Jesus would teach on traps that we should avoid in our faith.
Traps to avoid at all costs:
1. Putting others in temptation
Luke 17:1-2, Rom. 14:13-23, 1 Cor. 8:13
2. Holding unto a grudge
Luke 17:3-4, 6:37, Eph. 4:32, Mark 11:25, Matt. 6:14-15, 18:21-22
3. Underestimating genuine faith
Luke 17:5-6, Matt. 21:22, Heb. 11:1, Mark 11:22-24
4. Becoming prideful in your faith
Luke 17:7-10, Jam. 4:6-10, Ps. 25:9, Prov. 11:2, 16:18-19, Col. 3:2
Traps to avoid at all costs:
1. Putting others in temptation
Luke 17:1-2, Rom. 14:13-23, 1 Cor. 8:13
2. Holding unto a grudge
Luke 17:3-4, 6:37, Eph. 4:32, Mark 11:25, Matt. 6:14-15, 18:21-22
3. Underestimating genuine faith
Luke 17:5-6, Matt. 21:22, Heb. 11:1, Mark 11:22-24
4. Becoming prideful in your faith
Luke 17:7-10, Jam. 4:6-10, Ps. 25:9, Prov. 11:2, 16:18-19, Col. 3:2
Reflection Questions
1. Do you feel like you ever have fallen into one or more of these traps? If so, which one? Why? Do you still struggle with that today?
2. Which one of these traps are you most susceptible to? Why?
3. If you avoided these traps, how do you feel like it would impact your relationship with Christ?
1. Do you feel like you ever have fallen into one or more of these traps? If so, which one? Why? Do you still struggle with that today?
2. Which one of these traps are you most susceptible to? Why?
3. If you avoided these traps, how do you feel like it would impact your relationship with Christ?
Current Prayer Requests
CHURCH FAMILY NEEDS:Margie Gallay died a few weeks ago; please pray for the family. Patty Ewing’s brother, Harley, also died a few weeks ago; please pray for the Ewings. Also, pray for Jerry Jamrozy. He has been having issues with his back and may have bone cancer.
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 Dave Charles.
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. Pray for all the visitors we had at the Christmas Candlelight service.
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 Bellas.
FAMILY OF THE WEEK: Each week we’ll pray for a different family in our church. This week pray for Dave Charles.
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. Pray for all the visitors we had at the Christmas Candlelight service.
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 12/19: 46
Online views (through 12/21/21): 7
Giving
Online (12/13/21 - 12/19/21): $140 for general
In-Person on 12/19/21: $1984 for general, $20 for missions, $25 for benevolence, $125 for foster closet
Total general needed weekly to meet budget: $1480
In-person on 12/19: 46
Online views (through 12/21/21): 7
Giving
Online (12/13/21 - 12/19/21): $140 for general
In-Person on 12/19/21: $1984 for general, $20 for missions, $25 for benevolence, $125 for foster closet
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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