Friday, August 31, 2007

Fall Activities Planned for Women

After a summer hiatus, East Hills women’s ministries are preparing for another season. The two main areas of activities expressly for women are Alliance Women and Heart to Heart.

Alliance Women is headed by a team that includes Chris Church as President. Their schedule and plans for the coming year have been put together; the key meeting time is the second Tuesday of each month. The first meeting is Tuesday, September 11th, at Chris Church’s home at 3028 Maple in Longview. Their focus is missions and prayer with lots of fun and meaningful activities added to the mix.

The second area is Heart to Heart, which will again be meeting in a revised format on Thursday mornings and evenings beginning September 20th. This ministry is led by me and features Bible studies, times of fellowship, and this year a few surprises thrown in.

The specific plans for both of these ministries, as well as other opportunities for women, will be unveiled at a special evening event in the Fellowship Hall on Thursday, Sept. 13, at 7:00. Called "Autumn a la Mode," it will feature presenters, handouts, prizes, free childcare, and of course pie a la mode. All women are invited to check out what is new for them this fall.

Combined Service, Barbecue, and Baptism

East Hills' next combined church service will take place on Sunday, September 9, at Kelso High. It is a 10:30 meeting bracketed by food: Chris Simmons and her hospitality team will be responsible for coffee and snacks before the service, and a barbecue is planned for afterward, with the church providing all grills, hamburgers, and hot dogs. Finally, there will be a baptism that same Sunday, although the location for this has not been set.

This is one of the few times during the year that the entire church can meet in one place. Pastor Nick is preaching, Matt Milligan leading worship, and there will also be drama and special music. The staff will be announcing information about the ministry programs for the coming year, including important news about new directions for our small groups.Childcare is available for newborn through fifth grade.

Back-to-School: Year 4

On August 19, East Hills held its fourth annual Project Back-To-School, with Lori Shero returning as the organizer. We supplied more than 60 children attending Butler Acres and Wallace schools with their backpacks and school supplies. The kids brought lists of their teachers, and our volunteers were equipped with lists of what supplies each teacher requires, so each kid could fill his new backpack with just what he needed. At the same time, but we served hot dogs to kids and their parents, washed their cars, and had a Hoppin' House for some to play on while others stocked up.

"The volunteers and donators were generous," Pastor Ann said. "The people who worked were enthusiastic, welcoming, and genuinely expressed the love of Christ to kids and their families. It was enjoyable to be a part of this event."

There were enough leftovers that we were able to make up six extra backpacks and deliver them to Barnes for needy students, and still more extra supplies will go to 25 kids at Community House.

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

Rentz Baby News!



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Chuck & Jenny Rentz, our former Missionaries in Residence, have given birth to their fourth child. Daniel Stephen was born August 22 at 9:50 a.m. He was 22 inches long and weighed 10 lbs. 6 oz! Jenny and the baby are both doing well. Daniel joins big brothers Erich & Thomas, and big sister Emily. Chuck wanted to express his thanks to our church family for the love offering that was taken in May. It helped them purchase a 7-passenger van, which they brought home the day before the baby was born! God is good!

Wednesday, August 01, 2007

Baby has arrived!


We are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Madelyn Grace Stumbo. She was born Tuesday, July 31, at 10:56 AM, weighing a whopping 8 lbs, 11 oz. She is 21" long and has a little tuft of silky hair. She joins big sister Alyssa Joy Stumbo who is 2 1/2 years old and happy to have her new playmate. Michelle is doing fine and expects to be home by Thursday. Pastor Nick appreciates your love and prayers for his family. Please call the office for updates, or watch this space. More pictures soon!