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*Thank you for Assisting with Worship today:
Refreshments: Deb Fish and Louise Litman
Greeters 10 am: Joan & Marv Williams, Jim
& Jackie Pahula, Siri Brueshaver
*Reminders to those assisting next week
(1/8/17) with worship:
Refreshments: Muriel Gilbertson
Greeters 9 am: Ted & Jolene Billy, Pixie Gru-
man, Wayne & Sandra Sisel
Greeters 11:05 am: Frank & Carol Pohl,
Glenda Edgeton
We are looking for volunteers to join our re-
freshment host team. If interested, please con-
tact Deb Fish @651-452-9102/Louise Litman
@952-891-3284.
Welcome - We’re honored that you have chosen to worship with us!
If you are a first or second time guest or new to our community, please stop by our Welcoming Desk in the Narthex. You may also fill in a visitor card in the
pew or at the desk if you wish.
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*Attendance
Last Sunday in worship: 69
Next Sunday—Jan. 8 Baptism of the Lord, Baptism Sunday Pastor
Robert will preach “John Agreed”; Matthew
2:1-12; Matthew 3:13-17
*Indicates a new or revised announcement this week.
Children/Youth Nursery Care NOTE: There will not be any
Nursery Care on New Years Day.
Nursery Care is provided from 9:00am–noon for
children 3 years of age and younger every Sunday
year round.
Children’s Church NOTE: There will not be
any Children’s Church on New Years Day.
Children’s Church—(age 3–Grade 1) is during
the 9:00 and 11:05 a.m. Sunday morning worship
services. Sunday School between services.
Children’s Sunday School– NOTE: There will
not be any Sunday School on New Years
Day. Classes will resume January 8, 2017
Age 3 – Grade 5 – Sunday School begins at 10:15
in room 110 with a large group opening time be-
fore children are escorted to their individual grade
level classes. Our later start time allows for chil-
dren to finish cookies and donuts upstairs before
they enter the classrooms. Children under age 3 –
child care is provided in our Little Blessings
Nursery located on the main level in room 202.
JAM Club
(For grades K-5) - Wednesday night at 6:24pm
Youth Group There will not be any Youth Group
on Wednesday, Jan. 4th.
Worship Education/
Inspirational
Upcoming Baptism Sunday, January 8
at the 9 or 11:05 a.m. service.
Call the church office, at 952-890-2515,
to register for the pre-baptism meeting with Pastor Braudt on Jan. 4th
Adult Education Sunday mornings—10:05-11:00 a.m.
Faith on Film - Faith on Film will not meet to-
day, join us Jan. 8th the topic will be “science
and religion”. We are in the Annex (room off of
the Bosshardt Room where Sunday morning cof-
fee is held). Faith on Film is taught by RHUMC
member Jonathan Ozanne.
Pastor’s Study-Not Meeting Jan. 1 This class meets in Pastor Robert’s office. Each
week, discussion focuses on a book and chapter
in the Bible. There is always room around the
table to drop in. This class is facilitated by Joe
Dedeaux.
Sisters Class—Not Meeting Jan. 1 Will resume January 8. Sisters Class meets on
Sundays 10:15-10:55 am. In the library. All
women are welcome.
Tuesday Bible Study
Tuesday Bible Study Class, will begin the series
“Ancient Roads from Christ to Constantine” on
Jan. 17th. These sessions will run for 6 weeks and
meet from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. We will embark
on an exciting journey from where Christianity
was born to its eventual place as the official relig-
ion of the Roman Empire. The video portion is
hosted by author and distinguished history pro-
fessor Jonathan Phillips who takes us on a 12,000
mile journey through 7 countries. Each of these 1
hour videos will be followed by ½ hour of discus-
sion. There is no book to purchase but signing up
(at the kiosk in the lobby or on-line through the
church web site) will be helpful. If you have
questions please contact Pastor Emma at 952-890
-2515, ext. 205 or [email protected]. All
are welcome.
Book Club
Wednesday evening bi-monthly Book Club
6:00- 7:15 p.m.
Every other month this group meets in the library to
discuss a book selected by the group.
Feb. 1, 2017 “The Rosie Project”
by Graeme Simsion This is a hilarious, feel-good
novel narrated by an oddly charming and socially
challenged genetics professor on an unusual quest: to
find out if he is capable of true love. Contact Pastor
Emma at 952-890-2515, ext. 205.
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Support Groups
Al-Anon Meeting
Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at River Hills UMC.
AA Meetings
Thursdays at 7:30 pm and Fridays at 8 pm at
Grace UMC, Burnsville
Gamblers Anonymous
Fridays at 7:00 p.m. @River Hills UMC.
ADHD, Autism, & other Disabilities on the
Spectrum
Monday, January 23, 2017, 6:45pm
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, A.V.
Mindful Parenting: How to Stop the
Fighting, Yelling and Frustration
No cost for this presentation.
Barb Andrus, Certified Parent Coach,
Mad2Glad
Are you stressed out and exhausted?
Tired of your child’s poor listening, lack of self
-control and defiant behavior? Discover why
children with ADHD and/or Autism push your
limits, try to control everything, and how you
can transform your home into an enjoyable
space rather than a war zone.
In this interactive presentation you will receive
solutions from the Mad to Glad that are key to
having a calmer, more cooperative child and
restoring your sanity.
Care Giving Support Group Our next meeting will be Monday, February 6,
2017. We will be taking the month of January
off. We usually meet the first Monday of each
month at 7:00 pm. in the Library. This support
group is for anyone in the midst of care giving
for a family member or friend. If you have
questions please contact Allen Moore 651-238
-0634 or Pastor Emma 952-890-2515, ext. 205.
Memory Café
Memory Café is a monthly memory
care discussion group where those
experiencing early to moderate
dementia can meet in a safe and supportive
environment. Join us every third Tuesday of
the month through 2016 at The Rivers 11111
River Hills Dr., Burnsville, Memory Care
Activity Room 6:00-7:00 pm.
NEW MEMBER CLASS Wednesday, January 18, 7:00 p.m.
RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS Sunday, January 22,
9 and 11:05 am
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Mission &
Service
Fellowship and
Special Events
*Rhum Cafe! January 4th 5:30-6:30 pm
Fried Chicken In addition to our featured menu items, we also
have fixings for Sandwiches, Salad Bar, Apple-
sauce, Desserts, and a choice of Milk, Juice, or
Water to drink. We do our very best to offer gluten
-free options and we try to meet dietary restrictions
if we know about them. Bring a friend! We serve
dinner from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, in
Fellowship Hall
CALLING ALL
TALENT Do you have a special talent in the arts that you
want to share? A song that needs to be sung? A
dance that wants to burst forth? A need to ex-
press God's word through a sketch, whether by
drawing or by drama?
These are just some examples of the many artis-
tic talents we want to incorporate into the wor-
ship services at River Hills Church. Whether
you are an individual or group that is hearing
God's call to share your gifts through the arts,
we would love to include you in worship. Please
note we are not looking to form new Disciple-
ship Groups, such as a dance troupe or acting
troupe. These will be one time commitments to
be incorporated into worship. If interested,
please complete a volunteer card found in the
pew or email the church office at
[email protected] or Pat Hammond at
Also...
River Hills Church is also looking for people
who are willing to teach their art in an informal
setting (Note: You would be a voluntary
teacher). If interested, please complete a volun-
teer card found in the pew or email the church
office at
[email protected] or Pat Hammond at
Help on Jan. 7th. Help is needed on Saturday, January 7 from
10:00 AM – Noon to undecorate the church from
the Christmas season. Everyone is welcome to
help and there are things to do for all ages! After
the work is done, lunch of chili and crackers will
be provided.
Habitat for
Humanity We will be working at the Habitat for Humanity
Panel Plant Feb. 23, 24 and 25. More informa-
tion and a sign-up will be available soon, save
the date.
2017 Flower Chart If you would like to donate an altar flower ar-
rangement for a Sunday morning in 2017, please
see the new flower chart located on the bulletin
board in the Narthex just outside the Bosshardt
Room or at riverhillsumc.org and click on the
worship tab. Our cost for 2017 is holding steady
at $40.
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Sun Jan 1, 2017, Food Collection, New Years Day 10am Worship-S
Mon Jan 2, 2017- Church Office and ECC Closed Tue Jan 3, 2017
7pm Al-anon-F 7pm Missions Committee-L
Wed Jan 4, 2017 4:45pm The River Kids Practice-B 5:30pm RHUMC Café-F 5:30pm Wesley Bell Practice-B 6:24pm—Jam Club-CLASSROOMS 6:30pm NO United Youth Group 7pm Baptism Class-P 7pm Jubilate Bell Practice-B 7:15pm Chancel Choir Practice-S
Thu Jan 5, 2017 5:30 pm SPPR Committee Meeting 7pm Praise Team Rehearsal-S
Fri Jan 6, 2017 11am Organ Rehearsal- Cathleen Harris-S 6:15pm Girl Scout Troop #17167-ROOM 101 7:30pm Gamblers Anonymous-F 4:30 pm—Simpson Shelter
Sat Jan 7, 2017 10am Undecorate from the Advent Season-CHURCHWIDE 11am Organ Rehearsal - Cathleen Harris-S 7pm Organ Rehearsal, Cathleen Harris-S
Sun Jan 8, 2017- Baptism OF THE LORD SUNDAY 9am Worship-S 10am Faith on Film-A 10am Pastor's Study-P 10am Sisters Class-L 10:15am Children’s Sunday School– CLASSROOMS 11:05am Worship-S 1pm Girl Scout Troop #17666-ROOM 101
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S-Sanctuary • B-Bosshardt Room • Y-Youth Room Lower Level • F-Fellowship Hall Lower Level • L-Library • A-Annex • P-Pastors Office
PRAYER LIST THIS WEEK
Prayers of Sympathy
Our prayers of sympathy go out to Sjanna Boe’s family as they mourn the loss of her grandmother Pauline
Grandbois who passed away on December 23rd.
Church Family
Lillian Shattuck; Barry Estes; Sandy Thibos; Sue Hawes; Carol Walker; Mac McInroy; Carl and Joy Potter;
Dick Branden; Connie Anton; Bonnie Covart; Bob Leaf; Wayne Baugh; Sandra Shill; Jerry Kelly; Jay Dee
Yearous
Friends and Family
Scott Peterson friend of Georgia Cirksena; Sean, friend of Aaron Raschke; John Goz, friend of Marty Apple-
bee; Paul Fread, son of Marge Fread; Debbie Hansen; friend of Barb Haagenstad and Kim Engstrom; Kathy,
daughter of Marge Friend; Julie friend of Marge Fread; Jackie Smith, friend of Rosalind, Georgia, and Randy
Cirksena; Gary Drewianka, partner of Sylvia Peterson; Jim and Rita Demers, friends of Jim and Mona Ervin;
Joan, cousin of Ginny Heitkamp; Clayton McDougal, father of Chris McDougal; Janice Buvala, mother of
Sara Vander Lugt; Clyde Johnson, father of Amy Pearson; Pat Braudt, mother of Rev. Robert Braudt; Cory
Branden son of Billie and Dick Branden; Linda Dehkey, daughter of Alice Pierce; Skip Wolff, neighbor of
Randy and Georgia Cirksena; Virginia Cerny, mother of Kim Christianson; Steve Jones, son of Mike and Sue
Althoff; Faith Williams, sister of Marv Williams; Kenneth and Vivian Fread, family of Marge Fread; Rebecca,
granddaughter of Mike and Sue Althoff; Norma Blackman, mother of Brenda Barta; Mike Metz, friend of
Mary Davis; Helen, Aunt of Jean Bornholdt; Alice Whitby, mother of Jane Mayne; Linda Banks, friend of
Everett Goodridge; Sharon Woodward, daughter of Dave and Donna Sundheimer; Charlotte Umezu; John and
Grace Feuk, parents of Eric Feuk; Bishop Bruce Ough; Missionaries Kristen Brown (Israel/Palestine the Mid-
dle East) and Nancy Robinson (Sierra Leone, Africa), Cynthia Williams, River Valley District Superintendent
Prayers of the
People
Prayers: Prayer requests are accepted in the church office at 952-890-2515, [email protected] or through our
website at riverhillsumc.org. Please let us know if your prayer is to remain confidential for only the prayer chain or is to be shared on this page of the weekly announcements and The Herald monthly newsletter.
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We’re Here to Serve You Rev. Robert Braudt..……..…….Lead Pastor
Rev. Emma Melin………...…..……... Deacon
Pat Hammond….Dir. Arts and Innovative Worship
Dan and Stacy Julson Dir. of Praise Team Melissa Miller..….Dir. of Children’s Ministries
Maureen Ballentine ..Dir. of Youth Ministries
Denise Poetter……..Administrative Assistant
Carrie Wilkens……...Communications
Coordinator
Dr. Jong-Won Park…...Dir. of Chancel Choir
Cathleen Harris…...…………….……Organist
Marilyn Pyle……...…………Dir. of Bell Choirs
Cary Suriono….Sunday Nursery Coordinator
Lori Bergsten…The Herald Newsletter Editor
Melissa Hansen…Dir. of Early Childhood Center
Office Hours:
Mondays - Friday 9:00 - 3:00 Emergency pastoral care after
office hours and on weekends,
please call:
Rev. Robert Braudt,
@612-839-2111 or
Rev. Emma Melin,
@651-483-9833
11100 River Hills Drive Burnsville, MN 55337
Phone: 952-890-2515 Fax: 952-890-4536
Large Print Bulletins, Hymnals and Hearing
Devices: available, ask an usher for assistance.
Thank you for wearing your nametags: If you need
a nametag, contact the church office, 952-890-2515.
Child Care is available for ages 3 and under.
Children are always welcome in worship: Children’s
activity books and bags are located just outside the
sanctuary doors on the “Kids Kart”.
Refreshments Inside of Sanctuary: The Trustees ask
that food or beverages please not be brought into the
sanctuary. However, bottled water, bottled formula for
infants, and spill-proof cups for small children are
permitted.
Online Giving: The church offers online giving. Just
visit the church’s website (www.riverhillsumc.org),
click the “Share” tab, and follow the simple step-by-
step directions. It’s secure, convenient and flexible.
Posting Materials in the Church: If you wish to have
something posted in the church, please get a copy to
the church office for approval. Please do not use
scotch tape or duct tape to tape things to the walls,
doors, windows, etc. Use instead either tacky putty or
painter’s tape, which you can find in the cabinet above
the mailboxes in the church office. The Trustees thank
you.
From the Finance Committee: Any groups or
individuals wishing to do fundraising activities in the
church/congregation should submit requests at least 2
(two) weeks in advance to the Missions Committee
and the Finance Committee of the church. The
rationale for this policy is to limit the number of
simultaneous fundraiser activities and to ensure the
fundraiser meets the mission of the church.
Library: We are NOT accepting any more books for
the church library right now.
Deadline for Bulletin Announcements: Tuesdays at
noon. E-mail Carrie at [email protected].
Deadline for The Herald Newsletter: 15th of each
month.E-mail The Herald editor, Lori, at
[email protected]. www.facebook.comRiverHillsUMC
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Please remember to contact
the church office when you
move.