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THE WINDOW SEPTEMBER 2016
ANDERSON HILLS CHRISTIAN CHURCH
(DISCIPLES OF CHRIST)
Inside this issue:
Pastor’s Note, Search & Call 2
Prayer Requests, announcements 3
Prayer Groups forming 3
Fellowship Group 4
Disciples Women 4
Disciples of Christ News 5
AHCC announcements, reminders 6
Birthdays, Anniversaries 7
September Dates 8
Sunday School classes for children and youth will begin on:
Sunday, September 4 9:30 AM
Junior Class is for kids 5th grade and younger, taught by Jeanna Haney
Chi Rho/CYF class is for young people grades 6-12, taught by Joshua Haney
Throughout this year both classes will be focusing on understanding the depth of God's love for us and because of that love we are called to love and serve others!
September Service Project
The Junior and the Chi Rho Sunday School classes will be partnering with the Disciples Women to assemble
Blessing Bags! This is a gallon size ziploc full of items that will be helpful to those in need or the homeless.
Handing out a Blessing Bag to someone gives you a very real way to meet their immediate needs by
providing them with some basic supplies such as toiletries, water, food and warmth. To make this happen we
need your help! Below is a list of items that are needed to make the blessing bags. Please bring in whatever
you are able during the month of September. We will be putting the bags together on Sun, September 25
during Sunday school so please bring in your items before this date. Thank you so much for your help!
Shampoo/conditioner (trial size)
Granola bars Dental picks/ floss
Toothbrush/ toothpaste Bottled water Lip balm
Tampons/ sanitary pads Soap/ body wash Combs
Hand sanitizer (trial size)
Mouthwash (trial size)
Band-Aids
Tissues (wallet size)
Lotion (trial size)
Wet wipes (small container)
The Adult Sunday School Class will
begin a new study in
September talking about “half-truths”
based on Adam Hamilton’s book with the same title.
Everyone welcome!
Information
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From my heart…
AHCC Search & Call (Update)
The Search & Call team was given a few more profiles to review and consider from our Regional office. Bill Edwards came and met with the team just to discuss how the first round of interviews went and lessons learned from them. We did phone interviews with two of the candidates and then decided to have further conversations with one of them. A face to face interview has been set up with that candidate. As always, the team asks for prayers from our congregation for each of our members and the candidates. We know that God is preparing the person that will be our next called Pastor and we are very excited and honored to be involved in this process.
We are always available if anyone has any questions or concerns. Laurie VanDierendonck
Search and Call members are: Scott Shellabarger-Co chair, Laurie VanDierendonck-Co chair Katy Lee, Josh Haney, Tom Moore, Nancy Martin, Susan Smith
Changes in the office… On August 10, 2016, Lynda Keller, AHCC’s office secretary turned in her resignation to me. I reluctantly accepted it and informed the Moderator and Vice-Moderator.
Lynda has been at the church for 31/2 years and has done a wonderful job of keeping things organized and on track. She will be greatly missed.
Last year she began substituting (on an as needed basis) in the Forest Hills School District and has found that work to be very fulfilling and would like to expand those hours and be free to accept assignments of varying lengths as they are available.
Lynda has graciously agreed to continue working with very flexible hours to help us through this time of transition and, if available, may also help orient a new a secretary.
Her hours will not exceed 16 hours in one week and will be less depending on her school work schedule. We have set it up for her to work M-F, 4-6 PM but if she is not called in to school, those hours will vary. Lynda will be keeping me informed when her hours are different than what has been listed.
The Administrative Team has asked Katy Lee, Susan Smith and Barb Moore to work along with me to do the necessary tasks involved with hiring a new secretary. All three have accepted this task and will appreciate you letting them know if you know someone who might be interested in this part-time position.
I am grateful and I know you are grateful as well for the work and faithful service Lynda has provided to the congregation.
I’ve told Lynda we aren’t saying “good-bye” quite yet - not until we absolutely have to!
Rev. Nancy
Things that make me smile...Sunday School kick-off with a Pancake Breakfast; Sunday School classes for ALL ages! Fellowship activities, visitors, Family Sunday; being able to help - even a little bit - when people stop by the church for help; prayer groups being formed; seeing members care and pray for one another as well as for people they will never meet; outreach that happens - formal and informal, planned and unplanned; summer special music & youth participation.
What makes you smile?
Devotion on August 27:
Praying According to God’s Will Romans 8:27
Since we sometimes pray outside of God’s will, part of the Holy Spirit’s job is to change our minds—not convince God to give us what we want. That’s why the Spirit “searches our hearts” in prayer. Words are not always adequate but if you could see inside a person’s heart, you would know exactly how to interpret their words. That’s what the Spirit does when searching our hearts and then interprets our requests to the Father. Before praying in the will of God two things have to happen. First, we must have a regular intake of Scripture. God’s mind/will is revealed in God’s Word so when we read the Bible we’ll learn how to pray according to God’s will. Second, if our prayers are going to hit the mark we need to practice meditating on the Scriptures. Just as a good cook allows a stew to simmer in order to bring out all the flavors, we need to “marinate” our minds in Scripture and allow it to become part of us. When that happens, we’ll start to see things change in our prayer lives because the Spirit’s intercession is tied to God’s will, which is tied to God’s Word. In the final analysis you may think you know what you want, but God knows what you need!
Blessings, Rev. Nancy
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Prayer Groups are forming at AHCC.
Prayer is important for the well-being of the church - for the congregation and for individuals.
The adult Sunday school class has been studying the importance of prayer and suggests that one or more
prayer groups be started at AHCC.
Days, times, formats will be determined by those showing interest in participating in such a group.
Please contact Mary Heeney if you are interested in being part of a prayer group and let her know which
days/times would be good for you. Also let her know if you want to pray “with a group” but will be
praying from home. The goal is to have groups formed by mid-September.
We extend our
sympathy to
Cinda Thompson
and her family for
the passing of her
father, Virgil Smith Arnold on
August 17. Services were held on
Friday, August 19 in Bethel, OH.
Joys
Tom & Barb Moore celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary.
Susan Smith’s birthday and healing.
Prayers requested for:
Joy Keller Family of Chuck Rodenberg
Bev Cary Sandy Fisher
Kyle Darlene Drew
Marge Graham Sharon Abrams
Sandy Fisher Tracy Riffle
Diana Tolliver Brooklyn
Dennis & Peggy Knox Cinda’s father
Chris Ames College Friend of Sherri E.
Leah Becker
Rev. Dr. Bill Wells, Judy Wells
and family
Children, families & staff
starting a new school year.
Tom & Barb Moore
celebrated their 60th wedding
anniversary and renewed their
vows at a family celebration.
Video link sharing their story.
Anderson Hills
Christian Church,
Thank you for your
warm welcome, prayers, and just being
yourselves.
Thank you for allowing me to be me. (smile)
May God continue to bless and keep each
one of you .
Love, Cheryl Coggins
(card posted on bulletin board)
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On Friday, August 12 the fellowship group sponsored a Board Game Night. We had an a nice turn out of
approximately 20 and everyone seemed to have a good time. There were lots of hot dogs & snacks for everyone.
The fellowship team met August 22 to plan activities for the upcoming church year.
Our first activity will be the annual church picnic. This will be
held on Saturday, September 24 at Woodland Mound Park at
the Juneberry shelter. Church will furnish hamburgers and
hotdogs on the grill. Please bring your own drinks and a dish
to share. Everything else will be provided. If anyone has any
outdoor games to share, please feel free to bring them.
Planned for Saturday, October 29 , there will be a Trunk or Treat in the church parking
lot from 6:00—8:00 PM. This will be open to all children of the church and the
community. Bring your children, grandchildren, or anyone else you can think of. We are
asking everyone to bring your cars– open your trunks , bring a chair and share your
candy for Halloween. This activity will not only be passing out candy but also an
outreach activity to promote our church . We will pass out info regarding our Sunday School and church
information to all in the community!
No activity in November due to the Turkey Dinner.
Looking ahead to December the team discussed having a Caroling Party. Afterward coming back to the church for
hot chocolate, apple cider and donuts for refreshments.
As you can see we have lots of activities planned for the upcoming year. This past year was our first year we've had
an organized Fellowship Group in awhile. Most of the activities have been well attended .We urge everyone to try
to attend some of the activities we have planned— without your attendance and support this will not be a
successful endeavor. Please come, support, and share in the fun and meet with your church family, you could have
a really good time!
Your Friend in Christ, Laverne
Disciples Women
Please join us for the kick-off meeting on Wednesday September 14th at 6:30pm for a light dinner of a variety of salads and our continued study from last year titled "Red Hot Faith". There will be a brief business meeting during the dinner.
All women of AHCC are welcome and we would love to have you come and share in all the fellowship and activities that this busy group is involved in.
For any questions or if you need a ride, please contact Laurie VanDierendonck at 513.608.8284
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"But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
Acts 1:8 NRSV OCTOBER 13TH - 15TH Northwest Christian Chruch, 1340 Fishinger Rd - Columbus, OH Register online or Registration forms on AHCC bulletin board.
There will be mission opportunities throughout the 2016 Regional Assembly. Several hands on projects will be held immediately following the Saturday morning worship service. At Northwest Christian Church, there will be projects for:
Thanksgiving Backpacks - MORE INFO Habitat for Humanity NNEMAP Food Pantry - MORE INFO And a group will head out to work at Camp Christian!
Get this on your calendar!
The General Assembly is a gathering that re-
minds us that the Church is more than our con-
gregation or our region. The Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ) includes many kinds of peo-
ple and many points of view, but at our best, we
are essentially and intentionally ONE in our belief
in Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God.
Begin planning now to attend the 2017 General
Assembly July 8-12 in Indianapolis. Registration is
open at http://disciples.org/ga Leads the pro-reconciliation/anti-racism work of the Church.
Reconciliation offering will be collected at AHCC September18, 25 & October 2, 2016
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Send pictures of AHCC gatherings,
outings and groups
to the office or Rev.
Nancy and we will
include them in the
newsletters.
Kemper Road Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
Invites Disciples churches to share in:
15th Anniversary Weekend
Friday—September 9, 2015
Receptions Banquet Center
5975 Boymel Drive
Fairfield, OH 45014
Saturday, September 10, 2016
“Hoopla on the Hill”
1 pm—5 pm
Kemper Road Christian Church
11609 Kemper Road
Cincinnati, OH 45240
Games—Food & Music by David Psalms
Sunday, September 11, 2016
Come Worship with us at 10:30 AM!
Rev. Bob Harris, Guest Speaker
Call 513-825-4453 for Banquet Tickets
and more information.
The Walking Club meets every
Tuesday
All are welcome to join us.
We will meet at different
trails/parks each week at 7:00pm, and
walk for an hour.
If anyone needs more information or a
ride please contact Laurie
VanDierendonck at 513.608.8284
NEIGHBORS IN NEED “Coin Sunday” continues on the last Sunday of the month for the
purpose of being able to help others who occasionally come to the church for help.
Please save your change in order to participate when the children pass the little buckets!
AHCC Board Meeting
7 pm on Monday, Oct
Saturday, September 24
Woodland Mound Park
Sign up sheet posted
Disciples Women Meeting
At AHCC
6:30 PM on Wed, Sept 14
Light dinner and Study
All Ladies Invited
Contact: Laurie V. Sunday School Classes
9:30 AM Sundays at AHCC
Junior Class (5th grade and younger)
Chi Rho (6th—12th grade)
Adult Class
Blessing Bags Please help the Sunday School
classes with their Service
Project by donating items to be
used in Blessing Bags for the
needy and homeless. Items
listed on the bulletin board
should be donated by Sept. 25
so they can be assembled
during Class that Sunday.
Your supporters (14 households) who shopped
at Kroger between May 2016 and July
2016 have contributed $169.57 to your
church. Thank you for
listing AHCC #37849 for
your Kroger Community
Rewards.
Join Scouts Night at AHCC
Wed, Sept. 7
6:30 pm—7:30 pm
Parents of boys (grades 1-5) interested in scouting can come ask questions and fill out applications. Contact: Brain Cox with questions.
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Deacon and Fellowship Snack Schedule
Greeter – Teri Crouch (9/18)
Preparers – Tammy Riffle (9/4) Cinda Thompson (9/11)
Usher – Amanda Lutz (9/25) All Deacons should be prepared to sub
Serving in September...
Junior Worship and Children’s Moment
Sept 4— Cinda Thompson
Sept 11 — Susan Smith
Sept 18 — Jennie Cox
Sept 25 — Children remain in worship.
Elders
Sept 4 — Jane McSorley/ Roland Serenil
Sept 11 — Roland Serenil/ Jane McSorley
Sept 18 — Jane McSorley/ Roland Serenil
Sept 25 — Roland Serenil/ Jane McSorley
September Birthdays
9/3 Caleb Horner
9/5 Marcia Brownstein
9/22 John Heeney
9/25 Pennie Bally
Sue Carter
9/29 Howard Brownstein
Katy Lee
September Anniversaries
9/8 Roland & Karen Serenil
~Church Office Info~
Pastor Hours – Rev. Nancy A. Eichorn’s office hours vary week to week. Secretary Hours – Office hours will change in September. Typically, they will be M — F 4 pm—6 pm. These will
vary as needed. Please call the office with any questions.
If you would like your name removed from our Monthly Newsletter, please respond to this email or call the church office at (513)474-2237, and we will promptly remove your name. If you would like to receive your newsletter in printed form, please let us know that, too. Thank you.
~AHCC Fellowship Hall Rentals~ Karate: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 – 8:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 – 10:30 am. Contact Kim Weber at 513-233-3656.
Lay Readers
Sept 4— TBA
Sept 11— TBA
Sept 18— TBA
Sept 25 — TBA
Please keep the office
updated on changes to
your contact information.
September Dates…
Sept 1 AL-ANON 7 pm Sept 4 Children Sunday School 9:30 am Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sept 5 Labor Day Sept 6 Walking Club (location TBA) 7 pm Sept 7 Join Scouts Night 6:30 pm Sept 8 AL-ANON 7 pm Sept 11 Children Sunday School 9:30 am Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Admin Team After Worship Sept 12 Cub Scout Pack Meeting 6:30 pm Sept 13 Walking Club (location TBA) 7 pm Sept 14 DW Light dinner & study 6:30 pm Sept 15 AL-ANON 7 pm Sept 18 Children’s Sunday School 9:30 am Adult Sunday school 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 Sept 19 Elders 7 pm Sept 20 Walking Club (location TBA) 7 pm Sept 22 AL-ANON 7 pm Sept 24 Church Picnic @ Woodland Mound Sept 25 Children Sunday School 9:30 am Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Sept 27 Walking Club ( location TBA) 7 pm Sept 29 AL-ANON 7 pm
Join us on Sundays
9:30 AM Children Sunday School
9:30 AM Adult Sunday School
10:30 AM Worship
Junior Worship ~ Most Sundays
Anderson Hills Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
8119 Clough Pike
Cincinnati, OH 45244
513-474-2237
www.andersonhillschristianchurch.org
Rev. Nancy A. Eichorn
Interim Pastor
513-674-7144
AHCC Building Rental and Weekly meetings *Tues Anderson Karate 5:30 pm—8 pm *Thurs Anderson Karate 5:30 pm—8 pm *Thurs AL-ANON 7 pm *Sat Anderson Karate 9 am—10:30 am
Anderson Hills On line Calendar of Events
(link below)
http://andersonhillschristianchurch.org/events/calendar/
Family Game Night
August, 2016
