Compass 12/10/23

CHURCH-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS

THIS WEEK’S SERVICE (December 10, 2023)

This Sunday, Lead Pastor Lamar’s message will be “Zechariah’s Carol” (Luke 1:67-80). This week’s songs will be Star of Wonder Medley arr. and orch. by Cliff Duren, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing w/ Let It Rise by Charles Wesley, George Whitefield, Felix Mendelssohn; arr. by William H. Cummings, Andrea and Ray Jones, Amanda Singer, and Brian Duncan, Born Is the King (It’s Christmas) by Matt Crocker and Scott Ligertwood; arr. by Gary Rhodes; orch. by Tim Coates, Shine on Us by Deborah D. Smith and Michael W. Smith; arr. by Bradley Knight, Worthy Is the Lamb w/ O Come, Let Us Adore Him by Darlene Zschech; arr. by Cody Howard McVey, and All Is Well by Michael W. Smith and Wayne Kirkpatrick; arr. and orch. by Daniel Semsen.

Christmas Evangelism Gospel of JohnOn December 10 and 17, in the Worship Center, Pastor Lamar will be at a table with several Christmas editions of the Gospel of John. Perhaps you could include one or two in Christmas goodie baskets for a few neighbors? This could be a start to developing a relationship with them. See you at the table on December 10 and 17 for you to register and pick up a couple of the pocket-sized Gospels!

Christmas Eve Services

Join us on December 24 as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior in song and worship! We are offering a Sunday Morning Family Service at 10am and a Candlelight Service in the evening at 4pm. Or join us via LiveStream at hoffmantown.online. Please note, there is no childcare for either service. We look forward to seeing you on Christmas Eve!

October Month-End Update from the Finance CommitteeOctober 2023                                      Actuals                  YTD ActualsReceipts / Income                              $283,780                               $2,415,800Less Expenses                      $272,346                               $2,730,831                                                                $  11,434                               $  (315,031)

Thank you for your faithful and generous giving to the Lord through Hoffmantown Church.In previous years many of you have made contributions directly from your IRAs as a part of your Required Minimum Distributions. These contributions may be a tax advantage to you. If you have questions, please contact Erica Chavez at the church.

If you have questions regarding the financials or want more information, you can contact any member of the Finance Committee (Ken Abbott, Doug Lawson, Fran Stribling, Regan Stinnett, JoAnn Polk, Robert Ewing, and Jerri Rose) or email us at finance@hoffmantown.org.

In Loving Memory

Please continue to be in prayer for the families of Mary Lou Sinnott and Randy Logan.

Hoffmantown Church Full-Time Position Available

Hoffmantown Church has a full-time position available. Applicant should be an active member of Hoffmantown Church, sense a calling to Christian service and be able to work in various contexts.

Kids Ministry Administrative Assistant Are you passionate about making a lifelong impact on children’s lives? Do you have strong organizational skills and a heart for serving others? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Full-Time Kids Ministry Administrative Assistant! This position is a direct report and support of the Kids Director and works hard alongside the Kids Ministry team to make each event, meeting, and task successful. If you’re ready to be a difference-maker, fill out an application form, and submit a resume to Caitlin Craft at CaitlinC@hoffmantown.org.

Applications are available at the Reception Desk Monday through Friday, or you can download an application from hoffmantownchurch.org/employment/. Please return completed applications to the receptionist.

ADULT FAMILY MINISTRIES

Wills and Trusts Seminar January 14, 2024

Join us for a free Wills and Trusts seminar conducted by Dr. Frank Harber on January 14, 2024 from 12:30-2:30pm in room B209. Pre-registration is now available. Lunch and childcare will be provided. Visit hoffmantownchurch.org/events/wills-and-trusts-seminar/.

 

New Equipping Classes Beginning January 9, 2024

Our Winter 2024 Equipping Classes will be starting January 9, 2024. Visit hoffmantownchurch.org/equipping-classes/ for a complete list of classes, and to register. Please join us.

MISSIONS

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering/Week of Prayer

In addition to the Christmas offering, the Lottie Moon Week of Prayer was last week. If you missed the week of prayer, prompts can be found at imb.org/pray/week-of-prayer/.

KIDS MINISTRY

Follow Us!

Are you on Facebook or Instagram? Follow Hoffmantown Kids Ministry on social media to stay up to date will all events, information, and fun! Invite others to follow us as well – the more the merrier!

AWANA

AWANA is looking for some awesome adults who would be willing to invest in the next

generation. We are looking for 5 adults to step up and serve in a great and rewarding way. Come help kids memorize God’s Word, tell them about a God that loves them, and help them to grow in their walk with the Lord. Reach out to staciem@hoffmantown.org for more info.

Upcoming Important Dates:

Wednesdays: AWANA (6:30-8:15pm)–Register online at hoffmantownchurch.org/awana.

Kids ages 2 thru 8th grade welcome.

CHURCH COUNCIL

churchcouncil@hoffmantown.org

Current Members:

Elders: Gerald Farley and Merv Jersak

Pastors: Lamar Morin and Gregory Elder

Deacons: Stacy Fugate and John Stockton

Operations: Sam Mouck

At Large Members: Nathan Brannon, Jeff McElwain, Stacey Lake, Dave Pitcher, Jerri Rose, and Linda Rupp

HAVE A SPIRITUAL QUESTION?

Call 505-321-9570