In this issue

From the Pastor 1

From the Pastor Continued 2

Ladies Ministries Missions Ministries

3

Men’s Ministries College Outreach Opportunities

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5

Children’s Ministry Info & News 6

Youth Ministry Info & News 7

College Ministry Info & News 8

Contact Information

Ministries Information

Extended Session Schedule

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RESCUED BY GOD’S WORD

Jesus said, "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Isn’t there more to life than food and more to the body than clothing? Look at the birds in the sky: They do not sow, or reap, or gather into barns, yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Aren’t you more valuable than they are? And which of you by worrying can add even one hour to his life?" Matthew 6:25-27 Kim knew when I was under assault by worry. I hardly slept. My mind was racing and I could not make it stop. I would doze off and even in my light sleep get mugged by fears. Business was bad. So bad. Creditors wanting their money. NOW! People who owed us money were in no hurry to pay. It was hard to concentrate at work. So I left early. I went to a park and cried out to God. I went home early for lunch. Home was always an oasis for me. The world can be in an upheaval and I knew I would find peace and safety with Kim and with our four-year old Micah and his little brother Josh who was two. Kim was setting the table, Micah and Josh excitedly waiting for what Kim pre-pared for lunch. Then I noticed it. My prayer journal sitting on top of the microwave oven. Open. Kim saw that I no-ticed it. "The boys and I prayed for you after you left and we wrote some scrip-tures that we thought would encourage you."

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THE MESSENGER

RESCUED BY GOD (continued from page 1)

My eyes quickly filled with tears as I began to read. So I went to our

bedroom and read. And cried. God's peace sweeping over me as I read.

"Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or

drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Isn’t there more to life than

food and more to the body than clothing? Look at the birds in the sky:

They do not sow, or reap, or gather into barns, yet your heavenly Father

feeds them. Aren’t you more valuable than they are? And which of you

by worrying can add even one hour to his life?"

"Your heavenly Father feeds them. Aren’t you more valuable than they

are?" I continued to read. God's Word enveloping me with His love, fear

and worry scurrying away as God's peace replaced them in my heart

and mind.

Nothing had changed as far as our business circumstances were con-

cerned. Our creditors still wanted their money now. People who owed us

money still owed us money and were in no hurry to pay. What had

changed was me. My perspective. My heart.

Kim and the boys had been waiting patiently for me. Kim led us in pray-

er. As we started to eat Josh blurted out, "Daddy, we forgot one verse."

"What is it?" I asked. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only

begotten Son that whosoever believe in Him will not perish but have

eternal life. John 3:16," he beamed.

Tears again began to blur my vision. But they were now tears of joy. Of

peace. Of confidence that what God said is true. "Your heavenly Father

feeds them. Aren’t you more valuable than they are?"

Lakan

“A Collection of Sweet Treats” (from the recipe box of Kim Mariano)

Cook Booklet

Put together by Rachel Calloway as a tribute to her mom, Kim Mariano.

Minimum Donation: $10 Available in the foyer on Sundays,

in the church office through the week, and by mail if you live out of town.

(Contact the church office for details or to order) All proceeds raised will go toward

mission trip expenses

Michelle (Chel) Smith will be talking about Matt 6:25-34. Practice the skills we learned last weekend at Replenish and come prepared with a list of spiritual truths and how you plan to apply them!

May 31—June 5, 2015

Pagosa Springs, Colorado Cost: $250.00

For Young Men & Men (9th Grade & up)

Be encouraged to “STAND TALL” as “oaks of righteousness..”

as we dive into God’s Word together.

Hike up mountain trails, float down the San Juan River, as we enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. Complete information and sign up sheet available soon.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: 03-15: $50 (non-refundable deposit due) 04-12: $75 (2nd installment due) 05-17: $75 (3rd installment due) 05-31: Remaining money due Note: Costs not included in the above amounts. (These are optional activities): Whitewater Rafting (1 1/2—2 hrs.) —$34 per person Tubing (2 hrs.)—$15 per person

OUTREACH

WE NEED YOUR HELP! International Shopping Trips: Each Thursday at 6PM, a volunteer driver, using the church van, goes to a designated pick-up point at ASU, picks up a group of international students & takes them to Wal-Mart, dropping them off & then returning to pick them up at 7:30-8:00 & return them to the designated pick-up point at ASU. * If you are willing to be one of the drivers for this ministry, please contact Ryan Connel.

Ask Me Anything Free College Lunch: Each Thursday from 11:30-1:30 in the fellowship hall, we host a free lunch for college students, engaging them in spiritual question and answer discussions while they eat. We need people who will donate money to help purchase food, those who will help with planning, purchasing, preparing, serving, and clean up. There are usually around 20 students who attend. *If you’d like to help in some way with this ministry, please contact Stacy Stephenson or Kira Connel.

WEEKLY MEETINGS:

Sunday School: AWANA Clubs: Sundays at 9:30AM Wednesdays at 6:00PM Classes for all ages Preschool—5th Grade Preschool—5th Grade FMI: Contact Philip Cross at 277-7980 or the Church office 949-5788

AWANA Clubs (PreK—5th Grader)

Wednesday, February 11, 2015! VALENTINE COOKIE NIGHT!

AWANA CLUBS MEET WEDNESDAYS 6-7:30PM

ALL STUDENTS K-5TH GRADE ARE WELCOME

AWANA stands for "approved workmen are not ashamed" .

This wonderful, international children's program provides a clear, consistent

presentation of the gospel through--

Bible memory – our cornerstone

• Circle games exclusive to AWANA

• A fun approach to learning God’s Word

• Leadership training that is second to none

• The church leaders of tomorrow trained to serve today

• Evangelistic focus designed to reach unchurched youth and their families

YOUTH MINISTRIES

Sunday School: Sundays at 9:30AM CHBC Upstairs Home Groups: Sundays at 6:00PM Various Homes Outbreak: Wednesdays at 6:00PM CHBC Upstairs

FMI: Contact Ryan Connel 325-277-1778 or 325-949-5788

Weekly Meetings

COLLEGE MINISTRIES WEEKLY MEETINGS:

I f you are w i l l i ng to he lp

w i th th i s co l lege out reach

min i s t ry , p lease contact

S tacy Stephenson o r Ryan

& K i ra Conne l .

Sunday School: Sundays at 9:30AM (in the College Room)

Home Groups: Sundays at 6:00PM (College Hub)

Bible Study: Wednesdays at 6:30PM

Pause: Wednesdays at 8:00PM FMI: Contact Ryan Connel at 227-1778 or church office at 949-5788

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: YOUR CHURCH STAFF:

Lakan Mariano: Senior Pastor

Philip Cross: Family & Education Pastor

Ryan Connel: Pastor to Students

Micah Mariano: Worship Pastor

Cynthia Hickey: Ministry Assistant

CHURCH OFFICE

HOURS: Monday—Thursday:

8:30AM—4:00PM Friday:

9:00AM—4:00PM Lunch Break:

Noon— 1:00PM

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ELDERS AND DEACONS:

These men are responsible for hospital visitation and are available to anyone who has needs. Elder Fred Rike…….….....227-4208 Deacon John Bilberry……....942-1012 Elder Andrew Siefker…...212-4410 Deacon Charles Harrison....653-4386 Elder Rex Stephenson….942-9537 Deacon Jerry Walls………..…944-1876

BodyLife Home Groups meet Sunday evenings at 6PM. All groups are open to anyone, so choose one and join us! Host Homes: 208 Edinburgh (Lakan Mariano) Led by: Jimmy Allen & Rex Stephenson 2102 Johnson (Church) Led by: Amalia Guevara 2102 Johnson (College Hub) Led by: Ryan Connel 2639 Parkview (J.T. & Michelle Smith) Led by: Andrew Siefker 3934 High Meadow (Philip & Karen Cross) Led by: Philip Cross 2837 Canyon Creek (Fred & Kim Rike) Led by: Fred Rike

Church Nursery is open for those attending Home Groups from 5:30—7:45pm

Extended Session Workers:

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 @ 325-277-7980 if you are unable to work your extended session or if you have any questions. 1’s&2’s 3’s&4’s 02-15 Cody Enck Courtney Carson 02-22 Kaylee Rutherford Michon Grissom 03-01 Kira Connel Taylor Stephenson 03-08 Jessie Rike Gina Puckett 03-15 Cameron Cross Shannon Lace