Welcome To Northern Hills Church

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
(Jeremiah 29:11)

Contains information on upcoming events and ministry updates.

Includess a message from Milton Lewis, Senior Pastor, and the latest information on upcoming events and ministries.

All events are open to members and visitors of Northern Hills.

For questions or more information, we invite you to contact the church office at (210) 654-0881.

FROM THE MISSION FIELD
Heartland Nursing Home Ministry
“Jesus said to them, ‘My Father is always at his work to this very day,
and I, too, am working.’" (John 5:17)

One of the oldest Outreach Missions at Northern Hills is the Heartland Nursing Home Ministry. For over 20 years, members of Northern Hills have gone to Heartland Nursing Home on Wednesday afternoons to sing hymns, along with some fun music and a short message. Afterwards, we give flowers, furnished by a local flower shop, to the residents. Ice cream is then served by the activities staff.

As usual, when God directs me to do something, I receive more of a blessing than I am able to give. These people have become extended family to me and the volunteers that go there each week. We laugh, cry, worship, share our concerns and pray together. Although this started out as a Northern Hills ministry, members of Coker and Bracken Methodist churches also serve in this ministry.

We minister from 2:30-3:30 p.m. each Wednesday. If you are interested in this type of ministry feel free to contact me for more information.

Jim Johnson
827-0814

WEEKLY MORNING PRAYER
Tuesday, September 7, 7 a.m., Sanctuary

"Come as you are" for a time of prayer.

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT NORTHERN HILLS
Wednesday, September 8

Supper Lite Dinner
5:30-6:15 p.m.

Worship Lite
Praise Singing, Brief Devotion, & Communion
6:15-6:45 p.m.

Adult Bible Classes

Mid-High Youth

Children's Activities
(bigger and even better)

Something for everyone!
Come for 3 hours or 30 minutes.
Just come!

PARENT FELLOWSHIP
Wednesday, September 8, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for Wednesday Night Supper Lite
and fellowship with church families after the event.

SANCTUARY CHOIR
Receive a Blessing! Rejoice!
Wednesday nights, September 8, 7-8:30 p.m., Sanctuary

Are you ready to join the choir?? The Sanctuary Choir leads the worship for 11 a.m. traditional services. If you've been thinking about joining, this is the perfect time to jump in! Adults, as well as youth, are welcome--no auditions necessary!

If you're not ready for an ongoing weekly commitment, consider singing with us for Advent and Christmas! We'll start rehearsing Christmas music in October during the last 30 minutes of our weekly rehearsal (8-8:30 p.m.). We'll be preparing music for our first Christmas cantata in our new Sanctuary, as well as Christmas Eve services.

Contact:
Michelle Vernone

UMW UNIT MEETING
Election of Officers and Program
Thursday, September 9, 7 p.m.
Location: New Life Deaf Fellowship Building

We will have a program speaker and will be electing our 2011 officers.

Contact:
Alvina Mitchell
(210) 437-3256

S-HARMONY.CALM
Singles group - Potluck
Friday, September 10, 6:30 p.m., at the church

Watch for the launch of our website.

Join our singles Sunday School class at 9:45 a.m. across from the Acts II cafe, led by Sue White.

Contact:
Pat Shoemaker
(210) 338-5169

DYNAMIC PRAYER
Sunday, September 12, 5-6:30 p.m., Sanctuary

Dynamic Prayer meetings are vital to the life of every church. Please come and join us.

UNITED METHODIST MEN
Monday, September 13, 7 p.m., Acts Café

For those unfamiliar with UMM, we promote fellowship among the men of the congregation. We meet the 2nd Monday of each month for dinner and a short business meeting, followed by a short video lesson. Bring a friend.

Contact:
Ron Trafton

LADIES ON THE SAME PAGE
Monday, September 13, 7 p.m.
Location: 26126 Cuyahoga Circle, SA, Tx 78260

Our current selection is "Mighty Queens of Freeville" by Amy Dickinson. Our meeting will be sponsored by Tina Valentine.
New members are welcome.

For new member information or other inquiries, please contact:
Irene Kistler
(210) 452-9095

UMW CIRCLE OF LOVE
Tuesday, September 14, Noon-2 p.m., Acts 2 Café

This group of women meets every second Tuesday of the month. Our major ministry is making caps for cancer patients (no sewing experience necessary) and other mission projects. We occasionally take field trips. Bring a sack lunch and a friend.

Contact:
Diana Poerner
(830) 980-6053

SENIOR CHRISTIAN RETREAT
September in the Hills
Tuesday-Thursday, September 14-16
Mount Wesley Conference Center
Speaker: Barbara Bruce

For more information, visit
http://www.umcswtx.org/seniorchristianretreat

LEFT BEHIND BUT NOT ALONE
A group for widows and widowers.
Saturday, September 18, 11:15 a.m.
Location: Casarita's Mexican Restaurant
Located at 2875 Thousand Oaks

Come join us for fellowship! Bring a friend if you like.

Contact for reservations:
Maxine Webber
(210) 967-0294

FABULOUS FIFTIES
Join us for a rockin' good time
at the Fabulous Fifties Saturday Sock Hop
Saturday, September 18, 5-8 p.m.
Car and motorcycle show, 3 p.m.

Wristbands are $10 pre-sale, $15 at the door, and are available now between services in the front lobby and outside the sanctuary. For more information and to purchase wristbands online, visit our website at http://nhumc.org/malaria.html.

Proceeds support the Imagine No More Malaria Campaign.

To volunteer to help plan this event or for more information, contact
John Mitchell
(210) 437-3256

UMW FAITH CIRCLE
NO MEETING IN SEPTEMBER

Watch the October bulletins for meeting date/time. Starting in October, meetings will be the third Tuesday during day.

Contact:
Bev Oliver
(210) 656-1665

ANNUAL UMW DISTRICT DINNER/MEETING
Theme: "Honoring the Faithful, Embracing the Future"
Tuesday, September 21, 5-9 p.m.
Location: St. Andrew's United Methodist Church
722 Robinhood Place

Cost is $12 and registration deadline is September 10

The mixer, slide show. and registration will be from 5-6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

Dinner and program is from 6-6:45 p.m.

UMW District Meeting is from 7-9 p.m.

This is a great way to learn about UMW in the San Antonio area, meet women in our unit, and meet women from the district. There is also a program resources area where you can purchase 2011 UMW reading program books and other materials.

To attend, leave your check for $12 payable to "SA District UMW" with a note for "Annual Meeting" in an envelope in the UMW box in the church office. Please mark envelope as "UMW District Dinner Registration".

Contact:
Heather Parsons
(210) 371-7751
or
Alvina Mitchell
(210) 437-3256

MEN'S WALK TO EMMAUS
Thursday-Sunday, September 23-26, Kerrville

Have you been thinking about participating in a Walk to Emmaus? There is a walk coming up. Northern Hills UMC is one of the sponsoring churches.

If you would like more information, please call
Judy Seymour
(210) 416-9021
or
Ron Trafton
(210) 402-0658

The walk organizers need to know of your interest by September 8, 2010.

NIGHTTIME QUILTERS/CRAFTERS
Friday, September 24, 6 p.m., Acts Café

Come join us for fun & fellowship. We'd all love to see what you're working on. Newcomers, come see what you've been missin'.

Contact:
Mary Trafton
(210) 402-0658

CHURCH CONFERENCE
Sunday, September 26, 3 p.m.

All persons are welcome to our annual "business meeting." All church members have a vote on any matters to come before the church. This year we're doing it differently. We will be meeting here in the worship center with a cluster of NE United Methodist churches: Windcrest, Bracken, and New Hope-Converse. Our District Superintendent, Carl Rohlfs, will lead us in a joint worship service to begin the meetings. Then we will break off into various places to have our individual conferences. At this meeting, we hear reports of the various ministry areas, elect leaders, and receive a state of the church report on giving, attendance, membership, etc.

EMMAUS GATHERING
Monday, September 27, 6:45 p.m., NHC

We start with a "potluck" supper, followed by a brief meeting for announcements, and a short communion service in the chapel. Child care is available. We normally adjourn around 8:45 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend and bring friends.

Contact:
Judy Seymour
(210) 494-0416

HOPE CIRCLE
Wednesday, October 6, 6:45-8 p.m.
Adult Annex Building, Room 2

We meet on the first Wednesday of the month. The purpose of the circle is to support and encourage women between the ages of 20 and 40ish as well as emphasize missions. If needed, child care is provided.

Contact:
Sylvia Farber
(210) 474-0392

S-HARMONY.CALM
Singles group - Line dancing, dinner, games
Friday, October 8, 6:30 p.m., at the church

Join our singles Sunday School class at 9:45 a.m. across from the Acts Café, led by Sue White.

Contact:
Pat Shoemaker
(210) 338-5169

UMM SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER
Sunday, October 10
$5/plate

Plates will be available after each service.

FALL FESTIVAL & CRAFT SHOW
Saturday, October 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Gather up your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers to enjoy a day of fun, fellowship, and celebration!

For information on the Fall Festival or to purchase a booth for the Craft Show, contact:

Brenda Skaggs
(210) 654-0881

OUTREACH FAIR
Sundays, October 17, 24, & 31, Gathering Area

We will be emphasizing NHC members into new relationships with organizations that serve the greater San Antonio area, such as Haven for Hope, Christian Assistance Ministries, local school districts, and others. A representative from these ministries/agencies will be present during the fair.

BUNCO NIGHT
Friday, October 22

Details coming soon.

WOMEN OF FAITH
Imagine
Friday-Saturday, October 22-23
Location: AT&T Center, San Antonio TX

$89 includes event and two box lunches
$30 non-refundable deposit due at time of registration

Contact:
Tanna Finley
(210) 654-0881