CHURCH-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
THIS WEEK’S SERVICE (October 3, 2021)
This Sunday, Guest Speaker Rob Mahon will be preaching about “Drawing Near to God in Difficult Times” (Psalm 63). This week’s songs will be Glory To His Name by Elisha Albright Hoffman and John Hart Stockton, All Because Of Jesus by Steve Fee, Jesus by Chris Tomlin and Ed Cash, arr. by Dan Galbraith, and He Leadeth Me by William Bradbury, Joseph Gilmore, C. Stephen Smith and Don Koch, arr. by Eric Belvin.
Next Steps Class October 24
Would you like to know more about Hoffmantown Church or desire to become a member? Consider attending our Next Steps class Sunday, October 24, 10:30am-12:30pm. The curriculum will cover the history, doctrine, philosophy of ministry, and the membership process of Hoffmantown. Lunch will be provided with elders, pastors and staff in attendance. Please contact us at 858-8624 or equip@hoffmantown.org for more information or to register.
Hoffmantown Fall Festival
Fall Festival will be an Indoor event on October 31, from 6-8pm, with families from Hoffmantown and the Albuquerque community being invited to experience a trick-or-treating alternative with “Heroes from the Bible!” There will be games, candy, hotdogs, an inflatable slide, and lots of Biblical creative fun! It’ll be a perfect environment to be the “Light of Christ” and Gospel conversations! We need our entire Hoffmantown Family for this outreach event. We have a variety of ways to serve and give – both for those more active and slower paced – for every member to join in this evangelistic event. We also need a plethora of candy! There are large containers distributed throughout the building for your candy. If you have questions, contact kids@hoffmantown.org.
Student Pastor Search
Please be in prayer as we are seeking a full-time Student Pastor who has a passionate call to student ministry. This ministry position will directly report to Pastor Lamar and be responsible for developing a comprehensive program of evangelism and discipleship for students (grades 7-12) and collegiates. Experience and education in this area of ministry is required. Applicants should submit a resume and letter of interest to pastorsoffice@hoffmantown.org.
Pastor Appreciation Month
“Thank you” can go a long way…October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Our Pastors, Elders and Directors are not after man’s approval but work for God’s approval as bondservants of Christ, shepherding as ones who will give an account to God. Each year we set aside the month of October to honor our amazing Hoffmantown Church leaders. For the next 31 days, let’s come together and show them the depth of our gratitude for all that they do for us!
Here are some ways that you can participate as you prayerfully consider how you can be a conduit of grace, hope and love to build up our leaders this month.
Prayer – “Brethren, pray for us.” 1 Thessalonians 5:25 Pause for a few moments every day to pray for each of our Hoffmantown Church leaders and their families. A list of our Pastors, Directors and Elders can be found at hoffmantownchurch.org/staff/.
Gratitude and Encouragement – We have been impacted by each of these incredible Hoffmantown Church leaders in life-changing ways and we cannot thank them enough for the way they faithfully serve us. 1 Thessalonians 5:13 says, “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” Let’s practice this together. If you have an encouraging word for any of our leaders, use this month to write them a note and tell them how they have impacted your life. Simply drop a card or note in an offering box or in the mail.
Christ Led – Elder Guarded – Pastor Guided – Congregation Engaged
August Month-End Update from the Finance Committee
(Our fiscal year starts in July)
August 2021 Actuals YTD Actuals
Receipts / Income $236,601 $413,567
Less Expenses $232,325 $ 521,848
$ 4,276 $(108,281)
Thank you for your faithful and generous giving to the Lord through Hoffmantown Church. Thank you for approving the change to the Bylaws. The fiscal year will now end in December and begin in January and coincide with the calendar year. Also look for new carpets in four classrooms soon. If you have questions or want more information you can contact any member of the Finance Committee (Ken Abbott, Doug Lawson, Fran Stribling, Bill Talbott, Regan Stinnett, JoAnn Polk, Robert Ewing and Laurie Wallis) or email us at finance@hoffmantown.org.
ADULT FAMILY MINISTRIES
Oil Change Clinic
Adult Family Ministries is offering an Oil Change Ministry at Dearholt AutoCare, 6401 Signal NE, 87113 on Saturday, October 16, from 9am–1pm. This FREE ministry is available to single parents, widows, widowers, and spouses of deployed military personnel. It will be a blessing for our volunteers to serve you! We don’t just change the oil – we check the lights, blinkers, tires, and any other “funny noises” you tell us about. You can enjoy coffee, a burrito or donut, and fellowship while you wait. Please pre-register to assure we have the correct oil and filters available. Space is limited; please reserve your oil-change-time in advance (Wednesday, October 13). Contact afm@hoffmantown.org or 858-8635.
Volunteers needed for the Oil Change Clinic
We need people who are experienced in changing oil, cleaning windshields, checking lights, driving cars, or have a heart to serve on October 16, from 9am-1pm! Let’s work together to provide this free service to people in our church body and community. If you are led to volunteer, please contact afm@hoffmantown.org or 858-8635 to let us know you can help.
Volunteers needed for Women’s Council outreach
The Women’s Council is looking for volunteers to serve as hostesses during the Men’s Ministry’s Oil Change Clinic on October 16 any time between 9am to 1pm. Time slots are flexible according to your availability. Volunteers will fellowship with those who are waiting to have their oil changed. Contact afm@hoffmantown.org or 858-8635.
Save the Date: Bountiful Blessings
Women of Hoffmantown, please join us Saturday, November 13, from 9-11am as we thank God for our Bountiful Blessings. We have a jam-packed schedule including an uplifting message, making connections with women attending, a fun and crafty service project, and a baking contest.
KIDS MINISTRY
God is Answering Your Fervent Prayers!
… in bringing new families to Hoffmantown! Kids Ministry is growing, especially in our nursery (babies-2 year olds) and preschool classes (3 and 4 year olds). Kids Ministry needs you to love on and share Jesus with our children. We have multiple areas of need every Sunday for you to partner with our current teachers. We would love for you to join our vibrant fun-loving ministry Team, one Sunday a month or two Sundays a month, to share in the blessings that we experience every week as we love children and families in the Name of Jesus! Contact kids@hoffmantown.org if you’d like to serve in this ministry.
MUSIC & WORSHIP MINISTRY
Christmas at Hoffmantown
As you’re making plans for your holiday season, make sure to save the date for “Christmas at Hoffmantown” on Saturday, December 4th at 7pm. This year’s presentation is sure to be special as guest artists, Bradley and Holly Knight, will collaborate with our Worship Choir and Orchestra to bring you and your family a Christmas concert you won’t soon forget. Bradley Knight has served as staff arranger and worship leader for some of the most prominent churches in America: Christ Church Choir, Prestonwood, and, most recently, the famous Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir in NY. He’s also a producer, orchestrator, and accomplished keyboardist. He’s written and arranged music for the Gaither Homecoming Friends, Lee Greenwood, LeAnn Rimes, Vestal Goodman, Lee University, and the Collingsworth Family to name a few. But, perhaps, what he’s best known for, is being the preeminent music arranger for Choirs and Orchestras in the church today. Hoffmantown is one of those churches who has benefited from his gifts and ministry over the years. Bradley’s wife, Holly, serves alongside him in ministry and is a gifted singer, writer, speaker, and worship leader. You won’t want to miss this incredible “one night only” event, so be sure to mark your calendars for December 4th now. As a bonus, Bradley and Holly will also be leading worship with us on Sunday, December 5th.
CHURCH COUNCIL
Current Members:
Elders: Tom Caudill and Jim Dearholt
Pastors: Lamar Morin and David Hopkins
Deacons: Drayton Boozer and Dave Jarvis
Operations: Sam Mouck
At Large Members: D’Ann Craft, Steve Gnerich, Jeff McElwain, Patricia Rogers, Linda Rupp and Bruce Townsend