The Hiland Vision
in Action
May 2015
“Say Yes and Show Up” Opportunities
845 Perry Highway
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
412-364-9000
www.hilandchurch.org
The Vision
of Hiland Presbyterian Church is to
become fully devoted followers of
Jesus Christ, who gather for
worship, teaching and fellowship,
and who go out into the world to
serve Christ and share His love.
Hiland’s Spring Cleanup Day! Bring your work gloves and elbow grease! There is a job for
everyone!!! Lunch will be provided. Questions? See Skip Grandey or Kevin McCabe.
Hiland Presbyterian Church and the Deacons
are once again hosting the
Annual Blood Drive
»»»In This Issue
NCM Fundraiser a Success!
pg 2
HEARTH House Linen Shower
pg 2
Covered Dish Luncheon
pg 2
Support Peter’s Platoon and Autism Speaks
pg 3
Hiland World Vision Day
pg 3
Chancel Flowers
pg 3
Clearances Needed for Volunteers with
Children and Youth
pg 4
Everest VBS, June 15-19
pg 5
VBS Volunteers
pg 5
Birthdays
pg 6
New Members Class
pg 6
Anchorpoint Needs Books
pg 6
YTD $ummary
pg 6
Calendar
pg 7
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on Sunday May 31st
from 8AM to 1PM
Please come and help save a life. To make an
appointment, you can:
 Go to www.centralbloodbank.org, click on make and appointment,
and use Group Code G0010082, or
 Call Susan Kammerer @ 412-337-5447.
It's easy to donate blood, and important. Bring a friend and help save
even more lives. Please register soon, so we know how many people to
expect and ensure that we have enough staff to comfortably handle
donations without a long waiting time. Visit the Central Blood Banks'
website for more information.
Remember to Eat Well, Stay Hydrated, and to Bring Your ID.
… to serve Christ and share His love.
NCM Fundraiser
a Success!
HEARTH House Linen Shower
HEARTH is a nonprofit organization for homeless mothers and their children
serving the greater Pittsburgh area which Hiland has committed to support.
HILAND CHURCH IS INVITED to HEARTH’s Linen shower on May
6, 2015 at 6:30 PM at 3724 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, PA 15116.
A Word of Thanks . . .
. . . to all who volunteered and
dined at the Spaghetti Fundraiser
for Northside Common Ministries
on Saturday, April 25 at Northmont
United Presbyterian Church.
Hiland really made a difference!
More than $1600 was collected
and, after covering expenses, NCM
netted (unofficially) about $1200. I
have never seen so much kindness
and graciousness spread in a
dining hall, ever.
Joanie Jordan on behalf of
Social Action and Mission
Mark Your Calendar
Women’s One-Day
Retreat
August 29, 2015
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Agenda includes: HEARTH program participant speaker, tour of the facility,
HEARTH information, and a fun “shower” game. In lieu of gifts, please
purchase each of the items (or as many of the items as you can) listed here
to donate to HEARTH: Twin comforter (boy/girl/unisex), 2 sets of twin
sheets (unisex), twin mattress pad, shower curtain liner and hooks, 6 bath
towels, 3 wash cloths, 2 hand towels, 2 laundry baskets, high-efficiency
laundry detergent, and dryer sheets. RSVP (and for questions/
information) to Anne Mlecko at 724-940-3314 or
[email protected].
Covered Dish Luncheon
Join us as we say thank you
and bid a fond farewell to Jim
and Marcia Grapes with a
COVERED DISH LUNCHEON
in Fellowship Hall at 10:45
a.m. on May 17.
Bring a friend if you like and bring a dish
to share if you are able, but most of all,
join us! Beverages, a selection of light luncheon sandwiches, and cake will
be provided.
As a suggestion, if your last name starts with:
A-M – bring an appetizer or alternative dessert offering
N-Z – bring a hot or cold side dish or salad
Ovens will be warm. Drop off all food between 9 a.m.—10:30 a.m. in the
kitchen in Fellowship Hall. Tom Pennie will be there to welcome you!
Questions? Contact Anne Pennie or Roz Fitzgerald.
...to serve Christ and share His love.
Support Peter’s Platoon and Autism Speaks
Mission. Hiland Church has a strong commitment to mission. Our family also
has a strong commitment to mission outside the walls of our church
community. For sixteen years our family has walked with thousands of other
families and friends whose lives been impacted by autism. On Sunday, June
14th, we will be participating in an "outside service" at Schenley Park with
Walk Now For Autism Speaks.
Our son Peter has always been our source of motivation to help those who
struggle with the challenges of
autism. He continues to inspire
hope and awareness to others in
our community. Last November,
he was among a number of
individuals featured in the "Chef's
Create" fundraising event. His
personality helped inspire a chef
to create a unique dessert in his
honor. Recently, a local fitness
club he attends wrote a feature
article on their blog about his
Peter with his dad Tim at a local fitness club
participation there. (You can read
the article “Success Story: Tim & Peter Gaus” at http://
www.clubjuliantoday.com/training-tips/entry/success-story-tim-peter-gaus)
As a St. Anthony's post-secondary student at Duquesne University, he is
learning skills from various work sites and experiences in the community
environment. Being an active member of the Best Buddies organization, he
has the opportunity to socialize with others on and off the school campus.
Peter also continues to serve others regularly at Pleasant Valley Shelter.
Though his life will continue to have numerous challenges, we have hope
that he will receive the help and resources necessary to have a full and
productive life.
Autism Speaks, gives hope to families who struggle with autism. As an
autism science and advocacy organization, their mission is to fund research
into the causes, prevention, treatment and a cure. For more information visit
www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/pittsburgh.
You can be a part of the success by making a tax deductible donation
to Autism Speaks or joining our team, "Peter's Platoon". We have a
webpage established for our team to accept online donations at http://
www.walknowforautismspeaks.org/faf/search/searchTeamPart.asp?
ievent=1128604&team=6343822 or send a check to us at:330 Hillcrest
Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15237. We have continually been overwhelmed and
grateful for the generous support of family and friends. Your support through
the years encourages us to continue our mission.
Our sincere thanks,
Tim, Judy, Ellen and Peter
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Hiland World
Vision Day
Hiland is volunteering at the World
Vision Gifts-in-Kind Distribution
Center in Sewickley on Saturday,
May 16th from 9 AM – Noon.
There will be sorting and
repackaging opportunities for all
who volunteer. Please contact Jan
O’Connor at
[email protected] or
412.366.4341 to volunteer or with
any questions. It’s a first come
first serve opportunity – so don’t
delay!
Chancel Flowers
Contact the church office at
[email protected] or
412-364-9000 and let us know:
1) The date you wish to provide
flowers
2) How you want the worship
guide announcement to read
3) If you will be picking up or
donating your flowers to the
homebound after worship
4) If you wish to provide your
own flowers please let us
know that too
Available Dates: May 3, 24, 31;
June 21, 28; July 5, 12, 19, 26;
Aug. 2, 16, 23, 30; Sept. 6, 20;
Oct. 4, 11, 18; Nov. 15, 29;
Dec. 13
… to serve Christ and share His love.
Clearances Needed for Volunteers with Children and Youth
PLEASE NOTE: ALL VOLUNTEERS who work with youth and children’s
ministries events such as work camps, VBS, afterschool programs, or youth
fun days will need to provide updated clearances. Questions can be directed
to Chad Johnson, Linda Davis or the CE committee.
How do changes to PA’s Child Abuse Laws effect us here at Hiland?
As of January 1, 2015, Pennsylvania significantly
broadened the scope of several provisions of its child
abuse statues in ways that will impact church staff and
volunteers who have contact with children.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse
The first important change relevant to churches is the
addition of clergy, staff, and volunteers who regularly work
with children to those who must report suspected child
abuse under penalty of law. Reports must be made directly
by the person who suspects that abuse has occurred.
Reports may be made electronically at http://
www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home or by calling 1
-800-932-0313. If a report is made by telephone, the
reporter must file an electronic or written report within 48
hours of making the oral report.
Background Checks and Clearances
The statute also broadened mandatory background check
and clearance requirements previously applicable only to
employees to adult volunteers as well. Adult Volunteers
and employees aged 14 and older who are responsible for
the welfare of a child or who have “direct contact” with
children, defined as “the care, supervision, guidance or
control of children or routine interaction with children” are required to submit:
1. PA State Police Criminal History Record Information (online at https://epatch.state.pa.us/
Home.jsp)
2. PA Child Abuse History Clearance (online at https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS)
3. Federal Criminal History Background Check (with submission of fingerprints) FBI checks and
fingerprinting are required for employees only—volunteers won’t need to obtain this clearance.
Detailed information on how to obtain clearances, including cost and acceptable forms of payment, is
available on the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services website at http://www.dhs.state.pa.us/
findaform/childabusehistoryclearanceforms/index.htm.
These clearances must be updated every three years. There is a phase-in provision allowing until
July 1, 2015 to make volunteer clearances current.
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...to serve Christ and share His love.
Everest VBS, June 15—19
VBS Volunteers
Please contact Linda Davis at
[email protected] or
412-364-9000 if you are able to
help make Vacation Bible School
a fun, safe time for our kids. All
leader guides and materials are
provided. Clearances must be
current. See page 4 for details.
Give your name, email address
and which area(s) you would
like to help out with:
BIBLE STORYTELLER
creative telling of Bible stories
MUSIC LEADERS
help Preschool Leaders
At Everest, kids discover what it means to hold on to God’s mighty power in
everyday life. Kids participate in memorable Bible learning activities, sing
catchy songs, play teamwork building games, experience one-of-a-kind
Bible adventures, and test out sciency-fun gizmos they’ll take home and play
with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all
around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes
with a Summit Celebration that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve
learned. Family members and friends are encouraged to join in daily for this
special time at 8:15 PM.
Kids at Everest VBS will join a mission effort that will address the needs of
other children in the local community.
Everest is for kids from age 3 who have attended Preschool to 5th grade
and will run from 5:30PM to 8:30PM Monday through Thursday with a
closing ceremony beginning at 7:00 PM on Friday. Cost is $5 per child, $10
per family. CD is $5 and a free will offering will be
accepted to help cover the cost of the food. Online
Registration begins May 18th.
GAME LEADERS
lead high energy games
SCIENCE FUN LEADERS
using provided materials to
reinforce the lesson
CREW LEADERS
lead children to and from activities
PRESCHOOL LEADERS/
HELPERS
lead VBS for the preschool-age
group
DECORATIONS PERSON
using provided materials the week
before to decorate the Sanctuary
CARE FOR VOLUNTEER’S
CHILDREN
Up to and including 3 years old
PHOTOGRAPHER
take photos for slide presentation
at Closing Ceremony
REGISTRATION (Monday only)
welcome and register children
KITCHEN HELP
prepare and/or clean up after
VBS meals
HELP ANYWHERE NEEDED
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… to serve Christ and share His love.
Birthdays
New Members Class—May 3rd
May 2
Terry Lee
May 3
Judy Gaus
May 4
Wendy Christensen
May 8
Kelly Mullen
Dave Wessel
May 9
Amy Reilly
May 10
Rick Williamson
Are you looking for a church home? We
invite you to take a closer look at Hiland. Our
New Members Class is Sunday, May 3rd
in the Choir Room from 11 a.m. – 12:30
p.m. (Child care is available.) We will look
at our relationship to God, the spiritual gifts
that each new member brings, and the
opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship,
and service here at Hiland. Reserve your spot in class by calling the church
office at 412-364-9000.
May 14
Shannon Rankin
Jim Stumbaugh
May 15
Dorothy McNaugher
May 19
Logan Spitz
May 20
Emma Herzig
May 21
Sue Keim
May 22
Emily Schreffler
May 23
Marissa Fleming
May 24
Dave Schreffler
May 27
Zach Wessel
May 28
Aline Frazier
Jennifer Lovett
From the
Church Office
What email address do I use
when contacting the church?
 For prayer requests:
[email protected]
 Everything else:
[email protected]
Help us keep you connected.
Please remember to give the
church office any changes in
contact information including
address, email address, and
phone number.
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Anchorpoint Needs Books
NEW & USED BOOKS NEEDED: Books
must be dropped off at Anchorpoint
Counseling Ministry—800 McKnight Park Dr
#802, Pittsburgh, PA 15237—by May 12th.
Please do not bring your books to Hiland.
Anchorpoint is seeking donations of good
condition used or new books for the ministry's
40th Annual Used Book Sale. Proceeds benefit
youth and families in need of counseling and
tutoring. The sale will be held in June. Location of
sale TBA. For more information call 412-3661300.
2015 YTD $UMMARY
RECEIPTS VS. EXPENDITURES 1/1/15—3/31/15
$ 93,900 *RECEIPTS
- $117,619 **EXPENDITURES
- $ 23,719
* Receipts include Regular Giving, Building Utilization Income, Cell Tower Income, and Other Contributions.
** Expenditures include Christian Education, Benevolences, Human Capital and Administration (including insurance).
OFFER HOSPITALITY TO ONE ANOTHER
WITHOUT GRUMBLING.
EACH OF YOU SHOULD USE
WHATEVER GIFT YOU HAVE RECEIVED
TO SERVE OTHERS,
AS FAITHFUL STEWARDS OF GOD’S GRACE
IN ITS VARIOUS FORMS.
1 PETER 4:9-10
...to serve Christ and share His love.
May 2015
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1
SATURDAY
2
HCCC Family Night SPRING CLEAN UP
5:30pm (FH)
DAY 9AM (Campus)
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5
6
7
Worship 9:30am
PVS 7pm (Kitchen)
(Sanct)
Wired Word 11am
(FH)
New Member Class
11am (CR)
Sunday School
11am (Campus)
Tread Mark 11am
(YTH)
SHOE Noon (FH)
POG 3pm (Ed Bld)
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Staff 9:30 am (STF)
Basketball 6:30pm
(FH)
HCCC Board
6:30pm (Cnf Rm)
OYR 3:30pm (YTH)
Nominating Com
6pm (STF)
Choir 7:30pm (CR)
Walk LIVE 6:30pm
(FH)
Deacons 7:30pm
(Cnf Rm)
AA 8pm (CR)
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11
12
13
14
MOTHER’S DAY
Worship 9:30am
(Sanct)
CE 7pm (Parlor)
Staff 9:30 am (STF) OYR 3:30pm (YTH) AA 8pm (CR)
Brownies 6pm (CR) Choir 7:30pm (CR)
Basketball 6:30pm
(FH)
PKD Support Group
6:30pm (Cnf Rm)
W & M 7pm (CR)
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18
19
8
9
15
16
Private Recital 7pm
(Sanct)
HILAND WORLD
VISION DAY 9AM
(World Vision)
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23
20
21
Worship 9:30am
Newsletter Deadline Staff 9:30 am (STF)
(Sanct)
9AM
Covered Dish
SAM 7pm (Cnf Rm)
Luncheon 11AM
SHOE/Tweeners/
Young Adults
12:30pm (Fun Fest)
Preschool Carnival
(FH)
OYR 3:30pm (YTH)
Choir 7:30pm (CR)
Preschool
Private Recital 7pm
Graduation (FH)
(Sanct)
Walk LIVE 6:30pm
(FH)
Admin 7pm (Cnf Rm)
Stwd/Fin 7:30pm
(STF)
AA 8pm (CR)
24
25
26
27
28
PENTECOST
Worship 9:30am
(Sanct)
MEMORIAL DAY
Office Closed
Staff 9:30 am (STF) Nominating Com
Brownies 6pm (CR) 6pm (STF)
Basketball 6:30pm
(FH)
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30
AA 8pm (CR)
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BLOOD DRIVE
Worship 9:30am
(Sanct)
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… to serve Christ and share His love.
Hiland Presbyterian Church
845 Perry Highway
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
Seeking God’s will
Energized by the Spirit
Engaged in God’s mission
Discovering God’s plan
Say Yes
and
Show Up
Join us for Worship
Sunday at 9:30
Find out more about us at:
www.hilandchurch.org
Staff
Pastor
Rev. Dr. Lawrence Ruby
Director of Children’s Ministries
Linda Davis
Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Chad Johnson
Director of Music Ministries
Jim Grapes
Administrative Assistant
Maureen Profeta
Financial Secretary
Dorothy McNaugher
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The Vision
of Hiland Presbyterian Church is to become fully
devoted followers of Jesus Christ, who gather for
worship, teaching and fellowship, and who go out
into the world to serve Christ and share His love.
...to serve Christ and share His love.