Hiss United Methodist Church
Thursday, February 23, 2012
AnnouncementsThe Announcements below include many ways of becoming involved in the church and its ministries in the local community and the world.
Hiss is on Facebook!
Hiss now has an official Facebook page! Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/hisschurch. You don't need to have a Facebook account to
view it. If you do have an account, "Like" us to receive daily updates!
Hiss Audio-Visual System Training George Weitzel III will be leading a training session on how to operate our church's sound system and other AV equipment on Thursday, February 23rd, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. in the balcony. Since we have lost our dear friend Ken Maylath, we are looking for a person or rotating team of people to manage the sound board and record the worship services particularly during the 11:00 a.m. hour, but also to manage the board and/or to provide backup during the other services. If you like technology and know the importance of making sure people can hear what is being said, this job may be for you! If you can come, please RSVP to George at sueweitzel@comcast.net or to the church office at office@hisschurch.org.
Hiss Yellow Pages
Hiss is going to compile a "Hiss Church Yellow Pages." Click here to view the form. Please complete and return to the church office!
Royal Caribbean Cruise Aboard the Enchantment of the Seas
Here is an opportunity for you to join Towson United Methodist Church members, and enjoy a cruise to the warm temperatures of sunny Florida and the Bahamas. Prices were reduced a couple of months ago. This cruise is being sponsored by the Senior Adult Ministry Group of TUMC. This will be a good time to enjoy some fun, relaxation, pampering, and good food. If you have not cruised before, you don't know what you are missing. There is still time to make a reservation.
Please call Fare Deals LTD, (Darlene Fisher) for information and reservations, at 410-581-8787 ext. 101, and mention Towson United Methodist Church.
Scrapbooking Fundraiser
Join us at Hiss for a Scrapbooking Fundraiser to benefit the General Fund of Hiss United Methodist Church! The cost is $5 for Friday, March 2, 2012 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., or $25 for Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please bring any kind of snack to share if you plan to attend on Saturday. Click here for more information and for the registration form.
Action Automotive 10% Donation The proud Hiss UMC members, and owners/operators of Action Automotive, Inc., Matt & Sharon Tonelson and Hans Unland are pleased to announce, on top of the "Hiss Member Discount," they are also offering an additional 10% of ALL LABOR will be donated to Hiss UMC, now through March 31, 2012! Click here for details.
Calling All Crafters
Help make this year's Craft Table the best one yet at the Annual Oyster Supper! Click here for an announcement from the new Craft Table Chairperson, Sharon Meyer. For additional information, contact Sharon at 410-627-7698 or at sjfrog1@aol.com.
Upcoming Lifeline at Hiss
Click here for information.
Where: Hiss United Methodist Church
When: Monday, April 16th, 2012
Pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-690-6313
**Vascular Packages range from $129 to $159**
Prodigal Worship 2012
This is an opportunity for a wonderful day of worship and learning! You will walk away feeling refreshed and renewed. Click here for information.
When: Saturday, April 21, 2012
Where: Queens Chapel UMC, Beltsville, MD
Time: 9:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m.
Hometown Nazareth Planning Meeting
VBS will take place this year June 24 - 28.
Needed are: crafty people, artists, set designers, organizers, people that have "game," foodies, those that are full of drama, etc. We need to be creative to provide a top-notch program at a low cost. Will you help? Please let the church office know of your interest.
Women of the Bible - Old Testament: Wild, Wise, Sultry, and Cunning
Learn about the ladies of the Old Testament starting with Eve. The series begins January 15th at 9:30 a.m. in the Bride's Room.
The Greatest Story: Bible Introduction
This 16 session class, which began Wednesday, February 1st, 2012 at 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., is great for those wanting to feel the power and love of God for all God's creation as expressed in the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Click here for details and instructions for how to sign up.
Love Wins by Rob Bell: Bible Study led by Pastor Mark Smiley
This Bible study meets on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m., in room 208, and discusses Rob Bell's book Love Wins: A Book about Heaven, Hell, and the Fate of Every Person Who Ever Lived.
"Storming Heaven" Prayer Teams Feeling overwhelmed? Are your needs or concerns great? Are you concerned for someone else? The "Storming Heaven" prayer teams meet on Mondays and Wednesdays. Let us add our voices to your prayers.
Put your concerns on a prayer card, call the church office (410-668-5665) and talk to Janey, email: office@hisschurch.org.
Clothing Donations for Local Programs Clothing donations can be placed in the container on the parking lot at St. Ursula's church to be processed and taken to local shelters. Food for the Homeless
Hiss is partnering with St Ursula Church/St. Vincent DePaul and the Christus Victor Food Pantry to provide non-perishable food items to the homeless locally. Please bring your donations any Sunday and place in the large baskets in the lobby/narthex area. Any non-perishable food is welcomed! Thank you! Stephen Ministry
Could you or someone you know benefit from a Caring Christian Stephen Minister? Is support needed for health issues, divorce, marriage difficulties, child rearing, teenage conflicts, job loss, depression, empty nest syndrome, or other life challenges? If so, please contact Pastor George Weitzel or Pastor Mark Smiley to request a trained and compassionate Stephen Minister. The Spire Newsletter
Articles for The Spire newsletter are due by the 15th of each month. Group leaders are especially encouraged to submit brief articles. Dianne Thompson is the Editor of The Spire. Articles can be sent to dianne@hisschurch.org or place them in the office mailbox. Electronic Contributions to the Church
Electronic transfer of payments from your checking or savings account can be made directly to the church. Throughout the year, even while you are away, you can be content knowing your pledge has been received and is contributing to the work of the Church. One easy to use form can begin or change your electronic contribution amount. Please contact the church office or Finance Committee for a form or download from the website LINKS page. THREE Paper Recycling Bins!
Hiss now has three ABITIBI recycling bins for paper. One is in the upper Hiss parking lot, and the second and third are in the lower lot near the cemetery. Bring your papers to recycle and help the church as well as the environment. No cardboard or plastic bags, please! Hiss Food Pantry
The Food Pantry operates all year and accepts donations continuously. Donations may be put in the baskets in Room #105 or in the narthex/lobby. Canned meats, stews, fish, and beans; canned fruits, vegetables, juice packs, crackers, etc. are all acceptable. Why not make it a habit to throw a few extras in your weekly grocery order, and bring them with you on Sunday? Thank you. Prayer Warriors Needed
A few good "prayer warriors" are needed for the Hiss PRAYER CHAIN. If intercessory prayer is one of your gifts, or if you are homebound and looking for a way to be of service, and would like to be part of the Prayer Chain, please call the church office to be put on the list: 410-668-5665. The Hiss Tree of Life
The Tree of Life is located on the wall in the narthex (lobby). Add a leaf to the tree by picking up a form from the holder next to the tree. The leaf can be imprinted to honor a loved one. Cost per leaf is $780. The HISS TREE OF LIFE grows to support the Capital Improvement Fund. The LABYRINTH is Open for Use by Appointment
Please call the church office for availability: 410-668-5665. The Labyrinth is located in the Fellowship Hall. Upon arrival, please check-in at the church office (2nd floor). Needed: Volunteers to give Children's Sermons
During 11:00 a.m. Worship. Schedule at your convenience. Call Dianne Thompson at the church office: 410-668-5665. Volunteer Babysitters Needed
Babysitters are occasionally needed for evening small group studies from about 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. If you would like to be on the list of volunteer babysitters, please call Denise Jones at 410-665-4527. Junior Church Volunteers Needed Children ages 3 years - 2nd Grade attend Youth Church following the Children's Sermon at 11:00 a.m. Worship. Helpers are needed! For information, please Call Denise Jones at 410-665-4527. |
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