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WORSHIP WITH US
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP

9:15 A.M.JAM SESSIONS, ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL. CONFIRMATION CLASS 9:30 A.M.30 MINUTES! FOR YOUTH 10:30 A.M.WORSHIP SERVICE 11:30 A.M.COFFEE / FELLOWSHIP TIME IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL
SATURDAY EVENING WORSHIP

6:00 P.M.SATURDAY@HILL WORSHIP WITH A DIFFERENCE (FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH ONLY)

Come and Join Us!

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WORSHIP SCHEDULE
SATURDAY EVENING WORSHIP SERVICES 6:007:00 P.M. and SPECIAL SERVICES SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICES 10:3011:30 A.M.

FEBRUARY 2, 2013
Lords Supper by Intinction

FEBRUARY 3, 2013
4th Sunday after Epiphany Lords SupperTraditional

Sermon: With Authority and Power Rev. Clark Sawyer Scripture: Jeremiah 1: 4-10; Luke 4: 31-41 FEBRUARY 9, 2013 No Worship Service

Sermon: With Authority and Power Rev. Clark Sawyer Scripture: Jeremiah 1: 4-10; Luke 4: 31-41

FEBRUARY 10, 2013 FEBRUARY 13, 2013

Ash Wednesday Lenten Season Begins Transfiguration of the Lord Congregational Meeting after Worship

Community Presbyterian Worship Service Covenant Presbyterian - 7:30 P.M. Rev. Francois Lacroix Preaching Lords Supper Celebrated

Sermon: The Glory, the Cloud and the Voice Rev. Clark Sawyer Scripture: Exodus 34: 29-35; Luke 9: 28-36 FEBRUARY 17, 2013
1st Sunday in Lent

FEBRUARY 16, 2013 No Worship Service

Sermon: The Conditional If Rev. Clark Sawyer Scripture: Deuteronomy 6: 13-16, 8: 1-3; Luke 4: 1-13

FEBRUARY 23, 2013 No Worship Service

FEBRUARY 24, 2013

2nd Sunday in Lent

Sermon: I Must Go on My Way Rev. Clark Sawyer Scripture: Genesis 15: 1-12, 17-20; Luke 13: 31-35

February 2013
FROM THE PASTORS DESK Dear Brothers and Sisters, Members and Friends of the Hill United Presbyterian Church: As February comes around, so does the beginning of the Lenten Season starting with Ash Wednesday on February 13, 2013. We receive the name Lent from the lengthening of the days as we move toward spring and Easter, the Great-Getting-Up day of Jesus Christ. Also, Lent is a time when we can focus spiritually upon our discipleship for our Lord Jesus Christ. Ash Wednesday worship begins this process as we use ashes symbolic for repentance from sin and a turning to a greater faith, hope and love through the Lord Jesus Christ. See you in worship and blessings in this upcoming Lenten season! Pastor Clark Rev. Clark Sawyer WORSHIP ATTENDANCE IN DECEMBER 2012 & JANUARY 2013
Saturday
12/01 12/08 12/15 13
No Worship No Worship

Sunday
12/02 12/09 12/16 12/16 12/23 4:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M. 12/30 1/06 1/13 1/20 1/27 134 164 291 250 138 47 257 113 117 91 120 138

Christmas Musical 12/22

No Worship

Christmas Eve Christmas Eve 12/29 1/05 1/12 1/19 1/26

No Worship

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No Worship No Worship No Worship

It is always good to see Gods people worshipping together along with times for study, fellowship, outreach and service. We benefit wonderfully from being together and the goodness of God is affirmed! See you in worship and at our other times also!

CONGRATULATIONS TO AARON AND ADRIANA MILLER on the birth of a daughter , Isabella Nascimento Miller on January 10, 2013. Marsh and Sharon Miller are the proud grandparents, and Ida Miller is the proud great-grandmother. The family resides in London, England.

BIBLE READING FOR FEBRUARY

Morning
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Ex. 27, 28 Ex. 29, 30 Ex. 31, 32, 33 Ex. 34, 35 Ex. 36, 37, 38 Ex. 39, 40 Lev. 1, 2, 3 Lev. 4, 5 Lev. 6, 7 Lev. 8, 9, 10 Lev. 11, 12 Lev. 13 Lev. 14 Lev. 15, 16 Lev. 17, 18 Lev. 19, 20 Lev. 21, 22 Lev. 23, 24 Lev. 25 Lev. 26, 27 Num. 1, 2 Num. 3, 4 Num. 5, 6, 7 Num. 8, 9, 10 Num. 11, 12, 13 Num. 14, 15, 16 Num. 17, 18, 19 Num. 20, 21, 22

SESSION HIGHLIGHTS January 14, 2012

It was with joy that the Session received Robin Schmeider upon Profession of Faith in Jesus Christ as a new member of Hill Church. We welcome Robin! Upon a motion from the Administration Committee, it was affirmed to appoint Tommy Walters to serve as Coordinator of the Light and Sound systems at an annual salary of $600.00. Upon a motion from Pastor Clark Sawyer, it was affirmed by Session that Hill Church would enter the Acts 16:5 Initiative sponsored by the BeaverButler Presbytery and Vital Churches Institute for Church Growth and Transformation. The Initiative will be for a three-year period with a cost of $40.00 per month or $1440.00 over the three-year period. Clark Sawyer, Moderator

Evening
Matt. 21: 1-22 Matt. 21: 23-46 Matt. 22: 1-22 Matt. 22: 23-46 Matt. 23: 1-22 Matt. 23: 23 39 Matt. 24: 1 - 28 Matt. 24: 29 - 51 Matt. 25: 1 - 30 Matt. 25: 31 - 46 Matt. 26: 1 - 25 Matt. 26: 26 - 50 Matt. 26: 51 - 75 Matt. 27: 1 - 26 Matt. 27: 27 - 50 Matt. 27: 51-66 Matt. 28 Mark 1: 1 - 22 Mark 1: 23 - 45 Mark 2 Mark 3: 1 - 19 Mark 3: 20 - 35 Mark 4: 1 - 20 Mark 4: 21 - 41 Mark 5 Mark 6: 1 - 29 Mark 6: 30 - 56 Mark 7: 1 - 13

Thank you so much for your participation in the Deacons' "Head Start Happy Holiday" project. Every one of the names on the board was taken! Your kindness and overwhelming generosity are very much appreciated. God Bless You! Happy, Healthy 2013! The Board of Deacons

ASH WEDNESDAY COMMUNITY SERVICE TO BE HELD

The Ash Wednesday Community Presbyterian Service will be held at Covenant Presbyterian Church on Wednesday, February 13, 2013, beginning at 7:30 P.M. Rev. Francois Lacroix is the Preacher for the evening. You are invited to be with seven other Presbyterian churches as we begin the Lenten season of 2013!!

SOUND SYSTEM CLASS

Anyone who is interested in learning more about operating the Sound System, please see Tommy Walters. An informal and informational "class" on the sound system is in the works. We would love to be able to create a rotating schedule of volunteers to oversee the sound board for Worship services and special programs. Any questions can be directed to Tommy or the Church office.

Many thanks to all the people who volunteered to wrap packages for Habitat for Humanity before Christmas! It is a major fundraiser for Habitat and your service is very much appreciated. Thank you!

RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR!

Have you ever wondered why some bells are so much larger or smaller than others? Have you wondered why some bell choirs wear gloves, and some don't? Have you pondered how much a bell weighs, or how much a single handbell or choir chime costs? Well, continue to look in the monthly newsletters for an informational "Handbell 101" section. If you have a question that you are losing sleep over, send Tommy or Jennifer an email, and your questions will be answered!

PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN
Presbyterian women wish to thank the congregation for the wonderful response to the Willing Workers Keep Me Warm trees. We received many beautiful mittens, caps, scarves, sweaters, coats and other warm clothing items. On December 14, we delivered several boxes and large bags of clothing each to VOICe and Family Pathways. The balance of items received after that date are being delivered to Family Pathways in January. Thank you and God bless you for your help.

YEAR-END STATEMENTS
Annual Giving Summary Statements for 2012 have been prepared and mailed. Please check your statement carefully to make sure that it correctly reflects the offerings you have made to Hill Church. If you feel that there is an error on your statement, or you made a contribution to Hill Church in 2012 and did not receive a statement, please contact Jennifer Gilliland, our church Financial Secretary. THANK-YOU NOTE WAS R ECEIVED from Presbyterian Disaster Assistance for our Churchs recent contribution to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy. We are grateful to God for those who gave to this fund, and we ask that you continue to pray for those affected by this storm. The Hill Churchs total donation to the fund was $635.00. A

BAKING FOR MEALS ON WHEELS

Each year in April, members of Hill Church contribute baked goods to Meals on Wheels. We hope to supply them with enough desserts for 3 weeks or more. On Sunday morning, April 7, donations of cookies, muffins, cupcakes, quickbreads, pies, etc. can be brought to the stage area of the Fellowship Hall. Monetary donations are welcome if you prefer no to bake. Please omit nuts and frostings. Please not that the Willing Workers are no longer collecting medicine bottles.

Womens Spring Tea May 18, 2013

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Next Newsletter Deadline is February 14th

GHANA MISSION TASK FORCE REPORT

As we move into the new year, we remind you that our scholarship fund needs replenished in order to send funds by early September. This past September, over $6200 was transferred to the Bubiashie District scholarship committee, resulting in assistance for 31 young women to attend high school, college, or a technical school. Thanks to each and every one of last years contributors. Further, we invite all others to join us in this endeavor in 2013. Remember, setting aside one dollar each day for this fund can add up in a short time. The 31 scholars represent all five churches of the district. A scholarship is especially important for the three students in the smallest and poorest congregation. 24 of the young women are in high school, six are in college (one in medical college), and one is in midwifery training school. Their ages range from 16 to 26. There are 19 different high schools represented. Remember that Accra has over six million residents. On January 14th, we received a Christmas card from the Bubiashie congregation addressed to the Hill congregation, wishing us a very merry Christmas. It took 21 days for delivery. The card is hanging with the Bubiashie banner. Please keep the Bubiashie District churches, the Bubiashie scholarship committee, as well as the students in your prayers. ~Jim Ihlenfeld for the Ghana Mission Task Force THE CHURCH DOOR TO THE ALLEY will now be kept locked (except on Sunday mornings) due to the recent theft of a flat screen TV from the Deacons room. Signs are posted on that door listing the Church number for anyone who needs to use it during the week. The staff will be aware of the daily church schedule and unlock the door as needed.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY Receipts and Disbursements

FOR MONTH ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2012

Actual Envelope Offerings Other Offerings & Receipts Total Receipts

Budget

Variance Favorable (Unfavorable)

Receipts
$238,728 $207,913 $30,815

108,902 347,630

127,996 335,909

(19,094) 11,721

Disbursements
Personnel Buildings & Grounds Capital Improvements Office Operations Stewardship Mission Support Christian Education Nurture Worship Discipleship Total Disbursements Net of Receipts over Disbursements 200,615 33,785 0 9,922 14,314 25,036 14,126 3,713 15,909 27,426 344,846 203,238 39,830 0 10,250 12,411 20,730 22,050 5,800 10,300 11,300 335,909 2,623 6,045 0 328 (1,903) (4,306) 7,924 2,087 (5,609) (16,126) (8,937)

2,784

2,784

Fund Balance
Unrestricted (Deficit) Designated Total General Fund ($29,529) 19,150 (10,379)

CENTENNIAL CAPITAL CAMPAIGN WRAPS UP APRIL 30, 2013

The Hill Church Centennial Capital Campaign was a two phase campaign. During Phase I a total of $69,853 was raised for repairs to the church roof. During Phase II $124, 722 was pledged for renovations to the churchs fellowship hall and electrical system, as well as for upgrades to the churchs flooring and carpeting. As of December 31, 2012 a total of $105,585.73 had been received in pledge payments and other gifts and $29,465.59 remained to be paid. In January, Jennifer prepared and distributed a special giving statement, summarizing the amounts pledged and paid to date for anyone who had given to Phase II. If you have not received this statement, or have a question about your statement please contact Jennifer at the church office. Please note there is no problem if your circumstances have changed and you need more time to fulfill your pledge. You may continue paying on your centennial capital campaign pledge beyond April 30th. Just make a note on the memo line of your check that your donation is for the centennial capital campaign so Jennifer can direct it to the proper account. The Stewardship and Mission Support Committee appreciates the ongoing generosity of the Hill Church Family of Faith. Your gifts have made our church home a safe, functional and beautiful place to worship and serve our Lord.

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
The Annual Congregational Meeting will be held in the sanctuary after the 10:30A.M. Worship Service on Sunday, February 10, 2013. The purpose of this meeting is to receive the Annual Report and to approve the terms of call for the Pastor. Clark Sawyer, Moderator Kathy Ruffel, Clerk of Session Due to the Congregational Meeting, there will be no Fellowship Hour on Sunday, February 10.

BREAKING THE SILENCE and Taking the Road Less Traveled

The Adult Sunday School Classes on March 10 and 17 will be led by Rev. Mike Winship who will share his own personal journey of changes of mind, his new Spirit and alliance and advocacy for gay people. He will raise the key questions so many ask (or should ask) and the issues that divide yet few really discuss. He will focus on the Scriptures with new light, revealing many misunderstandings still commonly held, especially among the churches. The Apostle Paul said that as ones who follow Jesus Christ, we are called to grow, mature, and transform; to see others as Jesus sees themthat means to change, first by renewing our minds, and then our ways (Romans 12:2). Have you yourself changed lately? If not, then why not?

A man in the Middle Ages became fed up with humanity and decided to spend the rest of his life in a monastery. The abbot warned him that he would have to take a vow of silence and live the rest of his life as a scribe. The man replied, "No problem. I'm sick of talking. Ten years went by, and the abbot called for the man. He told him that he was a model monk and perfect scribe, and they were very happy with him. As per tradition he was allowed say two words. So he nodded and said, "Food cold." The abbot sent him on his way. Ten years later, he was brought before the abbot again and told how pleased they were with his performance, and he was again allowed two more words. The man said, "Bed hard," and was sent back to work. Another ten years went by and again the abbot sent for the man, telling him he was the best monk they had ever had, and that he was allowed another two words. The man nodded and said, "I quit." The abbot replied in a disgusted tone, "Doesn't surprise me. You're done nothing but complain since you got here." KIDS CORNER

Source: Mightymag.org

VOLUNTEERS for FEBRUARY 2013 SUNDAY

USHER TEAM GREETERS BEFORE GREETERS AFTER (DEACONS) COUNTING ELDERS NURSERY ACOLYTE COFFEE HOUR

FEB 3

Ladies Team

Volunteer Needed

Susan Catanzarito Patti Donaldson Pam Lentz David McCrea Cheryl Milanovich Morgan Miller Sharon Montag Jack Montag

Jack Barkley Steve Arn Pat Brennen Barb Bishop Peg Dumbaugh Nancy Daugherty Dennis Hawk Bill Ellis

Carol Gadsby

Lane Hawk

Denny Hawk

FEB 10

Bob Scotts Team

Bea Welch

Lois Minich

Lauren Cavalero

No Coffee Hour

FEB 17

Junior Team

Anne McCaw

Jim Kamerer

Callie Sweitzer

Deacons Cheryl Milanovich

FEB 24

Don Lanes Team

Audrey Nossokoff

Volunteer Needed

Aiden Wach

Volunteer Needed

COMMUNION TEAM Team B NEWSLETTER TEAM in February (for March) Team B (Willing Workers) VAN DRIVER for February ~ ALAN MILANOVICH 724-285-3779

PULPIT FLOWERS
FEBRUARY 3 Donated in memory of our parents, Ada M. and Robert V. Scott, by their children FEBRUARY 10 Donated by Patti Donaldson and Cathy Zarnick in memory of Alberta Moser Cooper and Mildred Halasy FEBRUARY 17 Donation Needed FEBRUARY 24 Donated in memory of Todd Dougherty by Ray and Loretta Dougherty and family

PEW GREETERS
Hill Church for many years was known as The Glad Hand Church. The Nurture Committee wants to continue this tradition. Pew Greeters will now welcome visitors, encourage them to sign the guest registry, and invite them to Fellowship Hour on Sunday.
MIDDLE SECTIONBRADY STREET SECTION FEB 3 FEB 10 FEB 17 FEB 24 Sharon Montag 724-285-3231 Nancy Daugherty 724-285-1013 Lois Minich 724-283-1875 Dennis Hawk 724-285-6355 PEARL ST. SECTIONOVERFLOW AREA Karen Shultz 724-283-2413 Janet Edinger 724-282-7782 Barb Bishop 724-282-2737 Peg Dumbaugh 724-789-7331

Sun
9:30am - Hill Quilters 7-8:30pm Jumpstart 78

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Sat

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Communion Groundhog Day 11am - AA Meeting 5pm - Praise Team Rehearsal 6pm - Worship With a Difference

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11am - AA Meeting

Communion

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9:30am - Women's Bible Study 5pm - Joybells 5:30pm-Kids Club 5:30pm-Jubilation Ringers 6:30pm-Inst. Ens. 7-8:15pm-Delve 912 8am - Women @ Panera Bread 9:30am - Willing Workers 3:30pm - New Haven Service 6:30pm - Memorial Handbells 7:30pm - Chancel Choir 9:15am - Adult Sunday Sch. JAM, Conf. Class 9:30am - 30 Minutes! 10:30am - Worship 11:35pm - Fellowship 12:15pm - HYC 12:15pm - Womens Book Club (To Heaven.) 7pm - Deacon's Meeting

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9:15am - Adult Sunday Sch. JAM. Conf. Class 9:15am - JAM Sessions 12:00pm - Senior Night Out Luncheon 9:30am - 30 Minutes! 10:30am - Worship 11:35pm Congregational Meeting 6:45pm - Session Meeting 6:30-8pm - Club 56 9:30am - Women's Bible Study

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Valentines Day Newsletter Deadline

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6:30pm - Memorial Handbells NO Chancel Choir 7-8:30pm Jumpstart 78

Ash Wednesday 8am - Women @ Panera Bread 5pm - Joybells 5pm - Community Dinner at St. Andrews 5:30pm-Kids Club 5:30pm-Jubilation Ringers 6:30pm-Inst. Ens. 7-8:15pm-Delve 912 7:30pm - Ash Wednes-

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11am - AA Meeting

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9:30am - Women's Bible Study 1pm - Betsy McCormick Circle 7pm - Lupus Support

9:15am - Adult Sun. Sch. 9:15am - JAM, Conf. Class 9:30am - 30 Minutes! 10:30am - Worship 11:30am - Coffee Hour 12:15pm - HYC 6:30-8pm - Club 56

8am - Women @ Panera Bread 5pm - Joybells 5:30pm-Kids Club 5:30pm-Jubilation Ringers 6:30pm-Inst. Ens. 7-8:15pm-Delve 912

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9:30am - Willing Workers

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6:30pm - Memorial Handbells 7:30pm - Chancel Choir

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11am - AA @ Hill UP

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12pm - Men's Lunch @ 9:15am - Adult Sunday School, JAM, Conf. Class Fellowship Hall 9:30am - 30 Minutes! 10:30am - Worship 11:30am - Coffee Hour

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9:30am - Women's Bible Study

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8am - Women @ Panera Bread 5pm - Joybells 5:30pm-Kids Club 5:30pm-Jubilation Ringers 6:30pm - Inst. Ens. 7-8:15pm-Delve 912

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6:30pm - Memorial Handbells 7:30pm - Chancel Choir

February 2013

Office Staffed by volunteers this week