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The Messenger HUH? There are things you read in the Bible and you go, "Huh?" They are simple enough to understand, but they are not that simple when it comes to actually practicing them. God tells believers: "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus" (1 Thessalonians 5:18). It is easy to give thanks when something wonderful happens in your life. But give thanks when you lose your job? Or your house? Or your spouse? Give thanks when you have terminal cancer, or you drag around an oxygen tank just to breathe? God not only wants believers to give thanks in ALL circumstances, but he also wants us to have the right attitude: "giving JOYFUL thanks to the Father" (Colossians 1:12). This is hard to do when your whole being is wrapped up in your circumstances. This is very difficult to do when all you hear is the screaming of your emotions. But when you see who Christ is and who you are in Christ, you begin to understand, and to live out, the life of joyful gratitude that God wants you to enjoy. "We pray that you’ll have the strength to stick it out over the long haul—not the grim strength of gritting your teeth but the glory-strength God gives. It is strength that endures the unendurable and spills over into joy, thanking the Father who makes us strong enough to take part in everything bright and beautiful that he has for us" (Colossians 1:11-12, MSG).
-Lakan
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Weekly Meetings: Sunday School: Sunday - 9:30am Preschool-5th Grade
Extended Session: Sunday - 10:45am Birth-Preschool
The App Store for Kids Wednesdays - 6:00pm Preschool - 5th Grade During the Summer
We will be starting a Children’s Bible Study called The App Store on June 7th. Every day more apps are designed to help us with our lives. God’s already given us the greatest tool for living the good life, the Bible. For every need in life, we can find a verse that helps God has given us to help us. The Bible Study will continue throughout the summer, and the last Wednesday of each month will be a “fun night” where we will be doing things like bowling and put-putting. More information about the fun nights will be sent out as they get closer.
FMI: Contact Philip Cross 277-7980 or @ the Church
We appreciate all our extended session workers. Please be in your place by 10:20am so you can be there before the children arrive. Please call Philip Cross @ 277-7980 if you are unable to work your extended session or if you have any questions.
Extended Session Schedule: 6-4 Kira Connel 6-11 Elizabeth Torbett 6-18 Nathan Stephenson 6-25 Preston Lewallen
Misty Fine Cami Mariano Esther Bream Katie Walker
Preteen Camp: July 30-August 2 FMI: Speak with Philip Cross Highland Lakes Camp Spicewood, TX
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The Messenger Southside Boys & Girls Club June 12th-16th
Northside Boys & Girls Club July 10th-14th
We will be needing a lot of help for the Summer Breakout at the Boys and Girls Clubs. If you can help, or FMI, please contact Philip Cross at (325) 277-7980.
We will be hosting a Wedding Shower for Annie Yates and Jacob Reid on June 25 in the Fellowship Hall. It is a come and go shower from 12:30-2, and a light lunch will be served. The couple is registered at Target and Bed Bath and Beyond.
6/9: Widows Plus Banquet
6/12 - 6/16: Southside VBS 6/18: Father’s Day Church-wide Breakfast 6/24 - 6/30: Youth Mission Trip in Colorado Springs
7/10 - 7/14: Northside VBS 7/20 - 7/23: HEB Camp 7/30 - 8/2: Pre-Teen Camp
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The Messenger Father’s Day Lunch (For everyone) The Reformation is more than a fascinating period of history– it significantly impacted the formation of Western civilization. The questions reformers raised remain critical for the church today. Like the reformers, we must still discern what or who is our ultimate authority. Starting Monday, June 5th, we will be studying the history of the church. We would like for you to join us at 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for this engaging class.
Come help us celebrate the men in our church with a manly steak and potatoes lunch. June 18th in the fellowship hall immediately following the morning service.
Youth Summer Mission Trip
Coming Soon:
Jesse Tree Workshop (Making Advent Calendar ornaments showing Jesus’ lineage from Adam to Birth. Saturday June 17th 1-5pm Fellowship Hall Please Contact Pam Luce @ (325) -212-1126 to reserve a place.
Youth Ministry Sundays: Bible Study - 9:30am Upstairs Youth Room
Wednesdays: Outbreak - 6:00pm Upstairs Youth Room
FMI: Contact Ryan Connel (325) 227-1778 or contact the Church
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The Messenger Join us in praying, as we seek to fill the Administrative Assistant ministry position. We are now accepting applications. If you or someone you know would like to apply, please direct them to the church office or our website. Thank you! Get Involved:
Wednesdays: "Release" Bible Study & Fellowship.........6:30pm (The HUB)
Fridays: International Students Bible Study….6:00-8:0pm (College Hills Fellowship Hall)
Sundays: Bible Study [Hebrews]..................9:30am BodyLife Small Group……..5:00pm Worship…………………………....10:45am BodyLife Home Groups................6:00pm
HEB Camp: July 20-23 FMI: Contact Ryan Connel (325) 227-1778
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The Messenger HOW TO CONTACT US: By Mail: College Hills Baptist Church
2102 Johnson Ave San Angelo TX 76904 By Phone: 325.949.5788
By Fax: 325.949.6877 By Email:
info@collegehillsbc.org
Online: www.collegehillsbc.org Look us up on:
BodyLife
Home Groups
BodyLife Home Groups meet each Sunday evening at 6pm in host homes throughout the city to share a meal, join in fellowship, study the Word of God and pray for one another. All groups are open to anyone, so choose one and join us!
Host Homes: 208 EDINBURGH (Lakan Mariano)
2639 PARKVIEW (J.T. & Michelle Smith) Led by: Andrew Siefker 2201 LIVE OAK
YOUR CHURCH STAFF: Lakan Mariano: Senior Pastor Philip Cross: Family & Education Pastor
(Scott & Patsy Steele) Led by: Scott Steele & Greg Jackson
6706 GRAND CANAL (James & Nina Reid) 2102 JOHNSON @ 5 (College Room)
Led by: Philip Cross
Led by: Ryan Connel
Childcare for Birth-PreK available at church nursery
Ryan Connel: Pastor to Students
May Calendars are available on our website!
Micah Mariano: Worship Pastor
Position Open: Ministry Assistant CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: Monday—Thursday: 8:30AM—4:00PM Friday: 9:00AM—4:00PM Lunch Break: Noon—1:00PM
Led by: Jimmy Allen & Rex Stephenson
ELDERS AND DEACONS: These men are responsible for hospital visitation and are available to anyone who has needs. Elder Fred Rike…….…227-4208 Elder Andrew Siefker…212-4410 Elder Rex Stephenson....942-9537
Deacon Charles Harrison. 653-4386 Deacon Jerry Walls……...944-1876