R o l l i n g H i l l s Ne w s m ay 2 0 0 9 Open arms Tualatin Schoolhouse Food Pantry is moving to Rolling Hills By Faith Carter, Equip Director 3550 SW Borland Road will soon be home to the Tualatin Schoolhouse Food Pantry, a welcome addition to our facility. A member of the Oregon Food Bank, the Pantry is a community organized food bank supported by 20 local churches, 29 businesses, 18 civic organizations, the city of Tualatin and the Tigard/Tualatin School District. Providing food boxes to as many as 500 families each month, the Pantry is a 100% volunteer-run operation. It’s mission is to provide emergency food to qualified households in a welcoming environment dedicated to serving members of the community. Open three days and one evening each week, guests can shop once a month for food and personal supplies to last 5-7 days. The four-year-old Pantry was originally housed in the basement of Tualatin Elementary School until city officials condemned the building. It then moved to portables behind the school. With that lease expiring, the School’s namesake will move to Rolling Hills Community Church, which has been one of many churches supporting the Pantry with food drives and volunteer staff. A year ago, five enthusiastic RHCC Community Groups made it possible to better serve customers by extending the Pantry’s operation to after-work hours. Since then, the partnership has grown with our invitation to move the Pantry into the unfinished space of our daylight basement. By opening our doors and hearts, Rolling Hills has an amazing opportunity to serve far beyond our own congregation and into the community we call home. We will join with other partners to continue the fine legacy of the Tualatin Schoolhouse Food Pantry. That legacy includes the wonderful people who serve as staff. These volunteers have hearts brimming to bless those who walk through their doors. One faithful donor shops the sales and brings cheese every month. This past winter, she walked her delivery in through a snowy wonderland! With that same spirit, a volunteer from Rolling Hills discovered the empty meat freezer and promptly filled it with fresh chicken. Something more than food distribution takes place at the Pantry. When I first visited, the portable’s dilapidated condition made me wonder what I would find inside. What I discovered was a happy, hospitable atmosphere. Without knowing if I was a customer, visitor, or volunteer, a staffer clad in a cherry red apron greeted me. She smiled, introduced herself, and asked if this was my first visit. All clients are treated that way... with warmth and respect. Volunteers serve with a humble spirit, eager to assist with shopping, boxing, and delivery of food to waiting cars, so customers leave with more than just food boxes. When you see the dust flying from our basement, you’ll know we’re preparing to throw open the doors to a new home for the Tualatin Schoolhouse Food Pantry. Those three crosses smiling down on I-205 will smile on many new visitors; what means the world to us can take on new meaning to the world around us. Please welcome our new neighbors with open hearts and arms. Service Times Sunday 9 & 11am Office Hours Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm Atrium Café Hours Monday – Friday 8 – 10:30am Sunday 8am – 1pm Contact Phone: 503–638–5900 Fax: 503–638–8267 • [email protected] 3550 SW Borland Road • Tualatin, Oregon 97062 May Events Sun., 3 • adult baptism orientation class Thurs., 7 • Worship Night FRI., 8 • Third day concert SUN., 10 • Child Dedications Wed., 13 • Hearts at Home sat., 16 • Design Science • Jim Caviezel Guest Speaker sun., 17 • Jim Caviezel Guest Speaker • church baptism thurs., 21 • Women of Worth fri., 29 • marriage mentor training sat., 30 • marriage mentor training sun., 31 • UNITED SERVICE • spaghetti feed • Children’s Musical for more details visit us online at rollinghills.org/events Life Development 101 LD 101 is a class taught by Pastor Bill and staff, designed to introduce you to the values, strategies and mission of our church ministry. You will discover the significance of your role as a member and your place in the family of RHCC. Sun., May 3, 2:30-6 PM (part 1) in the Back Room Mon., May 4, 6:30-8:30 PM (part 2) in the Fellowship Center Register online at rollinghills.org/life-development EQUIP MINISTRIES Look for volunteer opportunities at WHOLENESS MINISTRIES visit rollinghills.org/wholeness HEART Are you or someone you know struggling with a past abortion? There is help available. HEART (Healing and Encouragement for Abortion Related Trauma) and Healing a Father’s Heart support groups will be starting soon. Call our confidential voice mail at (503) 22-HEART. Redeeming Betrayal Support Group Offered through Celebrate Recovery (CR). Women, if you have experienced sexual betrayal in your relationship, this is an opportunity for support as you heal. Meets during CR small group time, Wed. eves. Diane Manchester [email protected] Celebrate Recovery A biblically based spiritual plan of action to grow and become free from our hurts, habits and hang-ups through the healing power of Jesus Christ. We welcome all who are willing to reach out and grasp the hand that Jesus is offering. Meets on Wednesday evenings. More details at rollinghillscr.org Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families Do you feel isolated or uneasy with others, especially authority figures? Are you a people pleaser, even though, in an effort to protect yourself, you lose your own identity? There is hope through Jesus! Join this NEW men’s group weekly at CR. rollinghills.org & Read Community Service SToRIES: The Man Behind the Apron Terri Conlin A seed planted long ago keeps on blooming Cornelia Seigneur A Child, A Horse, A Leader – A Hope Cornelia Seigneur special events May 7 • Worship Night @ 7 PM Everyone is invited (no childcare)! May 16 & 17 • Jim Caviezel Guest Speaker Special Saturday evening service at 7 PM & during Sunday morning services. May 31• United Service For United Choir rehearsal information check the Exalt station. May 31 • 1:30 PM “Praise ROCKS” Children’s Musical with the Praise Kids & Power Singers WOMEN’S Ministries Rummage Sale Women’s Ministries is spring cleaning and will be having a Rummage Sale! Friday and Saturday, May 22 & 23, from 8 AM – 2 PM in the RHCC lower level. Interested in helping to prepare the week of May 4 or at the sale? Contact Heather Creighton 503-638-5900 [email protected] Hearts at Home: Expectant through early elementary school moms are invited to join us on Wednesday, May 13, 9:30 – 11:15 AM for this fun morning of refreshment. Our own Becky Herbst will share about “Finding Quiet Time in a Not-SoQuiet World.” Cost: $5 payable at event. Children’s registration: Online starting May 6-10 or at the Women’s Ministries station May 10. Contact Heidi Tillotson 503-825-1447 · [email protected] Children’s Registration 503-638-5900 ext. 314 visit rollinghills.org/womens-ministries OASIS – Summer Fun For Women Oasis is a fabulous opportunity for you and your friends to unwind, have fun, learn something new, share a meal, and enjoy one of the elective classes. Join us Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, from 6:30 – 9 PM. Class descriptions available May 17. Registration: June 7, 14, and 21. Sorry, no childcare. Contact Beth Perez 503-885-0168 · [email protected] Women of Worth: For women 50, 60, 70 & better! Don’t miss our special May luncheon on Thursday, May 21, 12-2 PM. Donna Holmes from Omaha, Nebraska, will be our guest speaker. Wear a pretty hat, enjoy a tea party, and maybe even get a glimpse of “the queen.” Tickets $10 ($13 after May 17) available May 10 & 17 at the Women’s Ministries station. Contact Bettejo Lowe 503-610-1234 · [email protected] Tickets: Marge Mares 503-635-5639 care Ministries What is HOPE Ministry? Helping Marriage Ministries Marriage Mentor Training Would you be interested in being a HOPE volunteer? The need is great for caring volunteers to come alongside folks who are going through health crises or need respite as a full-time caregiver. Training is provided. Join the HOPE team. Call the church office or email [email protected] Others with Practical Encouragement If you’re a full-time caregiver and could use a respite . . . that’s what HOPE is for. Or if you’re facing a health crisis and could use a little guidance and support . . . that’s what HOPE is for. Let us bring you a little HOPE. Call the church office or email [email protected] MEN’S Ministries visit rollinghills.org/care Fri., May 29, 6:30-9 PM & Sat., May 30, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Whether you want to join the marriage support team at RHCC, get equipped to help couples in your community, or you just want to strengthen your own marriage, you’ll find this class completely worthwhile! Only $10/couple includes all materials, as well as continental breakfast and lunch on Saturday! Register online or at the Marriage Ministries station. visit rollinghills.org/mens-ministries Baptism Dates Men’s Group Adventures Is your Men’s Group ready for some excitement and strengthened friendships? Whether your guys are looking for a one-day hiking trip or a mini-retreat for a night or a weekend, we’ve got adventure just waiting for you! Contact Aimee Heck Open Men’s Groups: Did you know there are open Men’s Groups that meet every day of the week? Several new or expanding men’s groups are now available. Check out a listing at rollinghills.org/mens-groups, come by the Men’s station or contact Dave Carr at 503-638-5900 · [email protected] Join the growing 2009 Men’s Retreat Leadership Team! Men, do you love mountain biking, golf, X-box, skeet shooting (we’ve got paintball covered)...then join the Retreat Planning team and help us make this year’s retreat the best ever. Mark your calendar for October 16-18. Contact Chuck Dalby 503-631-2405 [email protected] Fundraiser 503-638-5900 · [email protected] Reach Ministries Open House RHCC partners with 20+ missionaries. On Sunday, June 7, 12:30 PM in the Future Bookstore, a few of them will be here to talk about their ministries. Come learn about and encourage our missionary partners. Contact Terri Pace [email protected] Golf Tournaments Sports Outreach Golf Scramble & Dinner Auction to benefit this RHCC-supported missions organization. Friday, June 5 · Rock Creek Country Club 1 PM Shotgun Start. Registration fee is $125 per person. Contact Don Brenneman 503-579-3352 [email protected] Transitional Youth Golf Tournament Mon., July 20 · Oregon Golf Club 12 PM Shotgun Start. Stop by the Men’s Ministries station or contact Aimee Heck 503-638-5900 [email protected] Ready to publicly declare your faith through Baptism? Mark your calendar for the next opportunities. SPRING Adult Orientation Class Sun., May 3, 12:45 PM Future Bookstore Church Baptism Sun., May 17, 1:30 PM Worship Center SUMMER River Baptism Sun., August 16 For more information, visit rollinghills.org/baptism Terri Pace 503-638-5900 [email protected] Writing and Culture Connection meeting Monday, May 18, 6:30 PM Conference Room All writers are invited to share inspiration, encouragement, connection, and publishing opportunities. Contact Cornelia 503-318-3480 [email protected] High school Ministries visit hsmwired.com High School Camp • July 12-17 Riverview Bible Camp in NE Wash. This is an amazing week of connecting with staff, friends & God! Sign up at riverviewbiblecamp.com. Cost $290 High School MEETS: Amplify • Sundays @ 11am · FC Axess • Wednesdays @ 7pm · FC ZoeAnne Pilger 503-638-5900 [email protected] Spaghetti feed Sunday, May 31 • To fund Scholarships for High School or Jr. High Summer Camp Location: Fellowship Center after Sunday services Tickets at the Student Ministries station: $10/adults, $5/children 5-10, $30/family, children under 5 free. Adult Community Groups Have you found your place in the Rolling Hills family? Are you discovering meaningful relationships? Are you growing spiritually with others? Our Community Groups are center-stage in the ministry life at Rolling Hills. Belonging to a group makes the big church small! Our adult small groups meet in homes throughout our community and experience life together in Jesus Christ. JOINING or STARTING a Community Group is one of the most important steps you can make as a participant of RHCC. For more info, go to the CG station or email Jennifer at [email protected]. Jr. High Ministries visit 678live.com Jr. High MEETS: Elevation • Sundays @ 11am, Back Rm Fusion • Sundays @ 6:30pm, FC Jr. High Camp Leader Training Sunday, May 17, 9-10 AM in the basement. Jr. High Camp • Aug. 2-7 A wonderful time for students to make friends, connect with the ministry and grow closer to God. Sign up at 678live.com. Cost - $365. 5th Grade Bowling Event Sunday, June 7, 12:30-4:30 PM. We will meet in the Back Room for a pizza lunch and games, then go bowling. Cost: TBA. Registration forms at the Back Rm or Student Ministries station. Jr. High Camp Leaders Needed We are looking for adults to invest in the lives of Jr. Highers. It’s an experience you’ll never forget. FUSION Finale Don’t miss our last Fusion of the year on Sunday, May 3, 6:30-8:30 PM in the FC. This will be a Meal Night. Contact Jen about any of these great opportunities: Jen Gulbrandson 503-638-5900 · [email protected] Treehouse Children’s Ministries Online registration for Camp Tilikum available NOW! On July 6-10, 1st-5th graders (fall 2009) & their friends will head out to Tilikum for an AMAZING week in God’s creation. Guaranteed to be a blast! Register at rollinghills.org/camp-tilikum Next Home Court Advantage classes: May 3 • Devotions in Motion for toddlers & parents June 7 • Bedtime Rituals for 2’s & parents Don’t miss these interactive parent/ child classes designed to teach kids about spiritual matters. Mon., May 18 · 6-7:30 PM • FREE family evening open to all Bridgeport Elementary students and their families! PIZZA! PUPPETS! GAMES! SKITS! MUSIC! Sponsored by Bridgeport Elementary in partnership with RHCC. Questions? Contact Pastor Gary, [email protected] May 31 is the next UNITED service for generations to worship together! Suitable for kids kindergarten age and older. Bug Safari PRESCHOOL VBS! Where kids catch the bug about God’s love! Join the swarm July 28-30. Online registration begins May 15 at rollinghills.org/bug-safari. Info available at [email protected]. RHCC Children’s Ministries can’t happen without help. TreeHouse commits to teaching children about Jesus Christ in a fun, relational and safe setting. We invite you to join us. There are dozens of ways and times to help. We’re already planning for the new ministry year beginning Oct. 4! Explore TODAY the possibilities at rollinghills.org/childrens-ministries or at TreeHouse Central. Serve in the TREEHOUSE three times this summer while our leaders take a break. Sign-up boards are located at Family Check-in (HUB) or go online to rollinghills.org/childrens-ministries. Choose any three Sundays from June 21Sept. 27 and see if it’s not the most satisfying thing you do all summer!