CHURCH-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
THIS WEEK’S SERVICE (May 22, 2022)
This Sunday, Lead Pastor Lamar will talk about “Spiritual Appetites” (Matthew 5:6). This week’s songs will be Only King Forever by Wade Joye, Chris Brown, Mack Brock, and Steven Furtick, arr. by Ron Blount, Holy, Holy, Holy by Reginald Heber, John B. Dykes, arr. by Bradley Knight, God So Loved by Andrew Bergthold, Ed Cash, Franni Cash, Martin Cash, and Scott Cash, arr. by Grant Wall, and Come Thou Fount, Come Thou King Traditional Public Domain, arr. by Dan Galbraith.
Movie Night, hosted by Men’s Ministry
Everyone has a unique father story. Whether positive or painful, it’s always personal and can deeply affect the core of our identity and direction of our lives. Kendrick Brothers’ Show Me The Father is the first documentary film from the creators of War Room, Overcomer, Fireproof, and Courageous Legacy. Featuring a variety of amazing true stories, this captivating movie takes audiences of all ages on an inspiring and emotional cinematic journey. Providing a fresh perspective on the roles of fathers in today’s society, Show Me The Father invites you to think differently about how you view your earthly father, and how you personally relate to God.
Families, men, women, children, please join us in watching the latest Kendrick Brothers’ film “Show Me the Father” May 27, in room B208/210, starting at 6pm. The film is rated PG. All are welcome! Popcorn, soda, and water provided. There is no cost to attend, however registration is encouraged so we know how many to expect.
Event Schedule:
• 6:00 to 6:30 – Opening Remarks, Prayer, and Ice Breaker (Optional)
• 6:30 to 8:00 – Movie Time
• 8:00 to 8:10 – Closing Remarks and Prayer
• 8:10 to 8:15 – Break
• 8:15 to 8:45 – Round Table Discussion (Optional)
• 8:45 to 9:00 – Fellowship and Departure
Register at https://www.hoffmantownchurch.org/events/mens-ministry-movie-night/
Good News!
Our Hoffmantown staff family has a new addition! Michel Saul has joined our childcare team. Welcome, Michel!
Part-Time
Paid Childcare Workers
Hoffmantown’s Kids Ministry is seeking part-time paid childcare workers for Tuesdays 9am – 12:30pm and Wednesdays 6:15-8:15pm. If applicable, employees are eligible to receive a 50% discount on tuition for Kids Express (this does not include the annual registration fee).
– IF a Hoffmantown member wants to volunteer and serve like Christ called us to do, they are also more than welcome to serve and “let the children come to them” on Tuesday mornings from 9am to 12:30pm, and Wednesday nights from 6:15pm to 8:15pm. For job requirements, please contact Staci Spencer-Roth at 858-8617 or kids@hoffmantown.org.
Administrative Assistant:
Hoffmantown Adult Family Ministry is seeking a part-time administrative assistant. Legacy, Men’s, and Women’s Ministries are included in AFM. Applicant should be proficient in software applications. For job requirements, please contact Susan Franse at 858-8654 or pastorsoffice@hoffmantown.org.
Audio/Visual Assistant:
Hoffmantown is looking for a part-time audio/visual assistant. No experience necessary, we will train you. If you feel called to this ministry, please email Mike Donahoe at miked@hoffmantown.org or call 858-8680.
Applications are available at the Receptionist Desk Monday through Friday. Please return completed applications to the receptionist.
Hiatus in operation of the HC HIS Store
Whether it is a casualty from the pandemic, shifting demographics, or just a ministry that has run the course God intended for it, church leadership have approved a hiatus be taken with regard to operation of the Hoffmantown Church food bank, HIS Store. The volume supported at the church’s food pantry has fallen to a trickle of folks coming to ask for food. For the three years before pandemic the food pantry averaged 18-22 visitors per month. Since the pandemic, the demand has dropped to less than 3 visitors per month, many months with zero visitors. We had a five week stretch in 2022 with no visitors, and there are no signs of volume picking up post pandemic.
Therefore, we are taking a hiatus in service through the HIS Store. We will monitor things over the next few months to evaluate if the food pantry needs to be restarted or not. During this hiatus time-frame, we will continue to support people in food crisis looking for support through the Pastor-on-Call and Benevolence programs.
We thank the many of you who have faithfully brought food to stock the HIS Store shelves over the past decade. Your generosity has provided much needed food assistance to many. Nearly 400 different family groups have been assisted in this manner during the operating time of our food bank. Pray that the Lord continues to guide and direct the future direction of this ministry.
STUDENT MINISTRY
StuCamps 3.0–June 28-July 2 (Inlow Camp)
Please put June 28-July 2 on your calendars for your 7th-12th graders to join us for Camp at Inlow Camp. Your kids will be able to join other churches from all over the state to have great fellowship, worship, community, and most important the Word of God will be taught. Encourage your pre-teens and teens to come and be a part of this wonderful opportunity. For more information, please contact students@hoffmantown.org.
MISSIONS
The Bling Show
The Bling Show is once again accepting donations for their show to be held October 14 and 15. The Bling Show benefits Shine Partnership, a ministry that creates partnerships between churches and local public schools. Donations include jewelry, scarves, purses, hats and accessories. There is a box at the Receptionist Desk where your donations can be left. There are donation slips in the box for tax purposes if needed. If you have any questions, you may contact missions@hoffmantown.org.
KIDS MINISTRY
Gather Together with Ms. Staci in God’s Word, 5th Sunday of the Month, May 29th
– Right before Pastor Lamar’s message he will invite the kids to join Ms. Staci for a special
“Gather Together with Ms. Staci in God’s Word” in Kids Ministry
– Ms. Staci will be standing at the back of the Worship Center where the kids will join her, and she will take them to Kids Ministry
– Please check your child in thru KidCheck BEFORE worship so they may go directly with Ms. Staci, then Ms. Staci will take your child to their Sunday School Class
VBS Hoffmantown Church: June 6-10, 9am-12pm
Sing with us, “Say YES YES YES… to V-B-S!”
Just 16 more days… just 10 more people needed to fully staff every classroom in VBS!
Or if you want to help outside of a classroom… just 20 more people needed ~ you choose!
If you missed reading the Compass Plus last week… sweet reminder: We thank you for the 4,782 empty toilet paper rolls (and some that were not empty 🙃) but no more empty toilet paper rolls are needed.
What is needed? Empty PAPER TOWEL rolls 😊
Thank you to all who brought Kids Ministry 40 cent postcard stamps ~ we mailed almost 500 VBS postcards inviting our neighbors in the surrounding neighborhood ~ please pray they are compelled to come! (No more stamps are needed.)
Running Errands?
While out, could you please pick up stuffed animals such as:
kangaroos, platypus, koalas, dingoes, sharks, whales, coral, fish, turtles, eels, octopus
Frog Tape (yes, frog tape. It is green, like blue painters’ tape, but green and better
New or gently used colorful beach towels
“Where strangers become friends and friendships last forever.”
Inlow Baptist Camp: “Young Lives Ablaze” June 13-17
Come join Ms. Staci and NINE of your friends who have signed up for Kids Camp!
Please see Ms. Staci for more information: kids@hoffmantown.org and 858-8617.
Early Registration: $210 (April 1-May 15)/Late Registration: $230 (After May 16)
(Ms. Staci is still signing kids up… come join us… and invite your friends!)
CHURCH COUNCIL
churchcouncil@hoffmantown.org
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