The Connecter. Sunday Morning. JUNE 13, 2012 Vol. 4 Number 11. A place where faith matters. Worship at 8:30 & 10 AM

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1 JUNE 13, 2012 Vol. 4 Number 11 The Connecter A place where faith matters Sunday Morning Worship at 8:30 & 10 AM Small groups and Bible studies for all ages after each service. Childcare provided for infants to three-year-olds.. We are a Reconciling Congregation, welcoming all persons into full participation in the life of the congregation regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, family configuration, racial or ethnic background, economic status, or mental or physical abilities. As we journey to the reconciliation of all persons as children of God, we celebrate our human family s diversity.

2 Random Musings from Pastor Barbara I think most of you who consider yourselves to be part of Hillview have become familiar with the phrase--- Hillview a place where faith matters What I want to be sure you know is the deeper levels of meaning packed in this little phrase. Your church council and ministry teams have been using these words to help us define HOW we are church together. They see three parts to this: 1. We offer a place for deep experiences of worship and prayer. Sunday mornings we gather to sing, pray and share in God s spirit, and the hope is that this is a priority in the lives of all who participate in this community. I know this is true for many of you 2. We offer a place for ongoing learning and spiritual growth. There are So many opportunities (short- term and long- term) to explore and nurture your own faith. We believe this matters that this is an important way to build and strengthen your faith. The hope is you are finding your way to committing some time to these opportunities. More and more of you seem to be doing so 3. We offer a place to discover and live into acts of service for others. There are numerous ways to be in ministry within our walls the Community Meal is an important one. Many folks also serve on ministry teams that formally organize and offer opportunities for service whether it s helping on cleanup day, increasing your pledge, teaching a class, or calling on our sick and shut-in folks. We also try our best to keep you aware of opportunities to be of service BEYOND these walls. Many of you are already involved How are YOU doing? Are you working on your faith so that it matters in ALL these ways? Where is your growing edge as a follower of Jesus? Please let me know if we can help you live more fully into faith that matters

3 Faith In Action News JUNE 13, 2012 DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY! Jim Winkler, General Secretary of the Global Board of Church and Society in Idaho for the first time to share with us! The Micah Dilemma: How to love kindness AND do justice Sunday, June 24, 3-5p.m. After Jim's address, break-out groups will be looking specifically at payday loans, equal rights and the death penalty. Child care is available on request ( ). Friendship Feast On Sunday, July 8, it will be Hillview s turn to prepare the Friendship Feast, a Sunday evening meal that feeds many in the homeless community. The meal is held at First United Methodist, but a team of 6 to 8 people from Hillview does the cooking and serving the second Sunday of each month with 5 Sundays. The commitment is from about 3:00 6:30p.m. and it s a great opportunity for fellowship and getting acquainted with a few people while slicing, dicing, stirring and serving. If you can help, please sign up on the sheet on the sign-up table in the gathering area. For questions, call Kim Custer at Corpus Christi House Education Center Hillview has long supported Corpus Christi House, a day shelter that provides a safe place to be out of the weather, use the telephone, receive mail, do laundry, shower and take care of basic needs that we tend to take for granted. Two years ago CCH expanded its services by opening the STEP UP Education Center that provides GED testing prep services, including tutoring, testing fees and transportation to and from tests. It also offers college access services and weekly enrichment activities for schoolage children. All services are free and are run by volunteers. Page 3

4 School of Christian Mission That All May Have Life Imagine you hear a school bell ringing. Yes, it s calling you MEN, YOUTH, and WOMEN to the School of Christian Mission, July 26 29, at the Nazareth Center, Boise, Idaho. That All May Have Life is the general theme inspired by John 10:10 when Jesus proclaims, I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. (NRSV) With this thematic banner of fullness of life for a wounded world, participants at the School of Christian Mission can choose to attend two of three studies if you attend Thursday evening through Sunday noon; choose one study if you attend Thursday evening and Friday. or Saturday and Sunday: Haiti: Challenges and Hope This Geographic Study highlights the country s numerous cultures and the legacy of colonialism that have shaped Haiti s heritage and history. While the study includes the impact of the devastating January 12, 2010 earthquake and the ongoing relief and rebuilding efforts, it also addresses the need for a theology of liberation for Haiti. Rochelle Killett, Nampa, Idaho, is the study leader. Immigration in the Bible This Spiritual Growth Study shares the story of the Bible as a narrative of immigrants and migration. What does it mean to be a sojourner? To practice hospitality? To view the Bible as the ultimate immigration handbook? Study leader is Rev. Jane Shafer from Bend, Oregon. Poverty is the General Issue Study of a human rights issue that gravely impacts women and children. The study leader is our own Hillview member Gayle Woods, who will help participants recognize connections between Scripture, church tradition, compassion for the poor, social outreach, and justice. This study will be offered again in Not only is the School of Christian Mission the best educational opportunity of the UMC, it offers educational, inspirational, and professional rewards: The plenary sessions complement classroom learning and inspire.

5 JUNE 13, 2012 Focus groups on General Conference; Oregon-Idaho s Reorganization; Domestic Abuse; the Meaning of the Labyrinth; and Creating Eye-Catching, Mind-Grabbing, Soul- Stirring Bulletin Boards feature the breadth of the involvement of the United Methodist Church. The Program Resource Center offers a library of possibilities for church schools, study groups, Bible studies, and personal devotions. The Learning Center concentrates on take-home teaching tools, mission project ideas, and crafts intended to educate. Yes, the bell is calling you to School and by completing the Registration Form that is found on the United Methodist Women s bulletin Board in Ballantyne hallway, you ensure that July will hold a mountaintop experience in your summer of July 6 is registration deadline. For financial assistance, contact Judy Halverson, ; judybhalverson@gmail.com First Fruits It is gardening season! At Hillview, we have a way for you to offer not only your first fruits, but your vegetables and flowers too! In the Gathering Area is a cart labled From The First Fruits. Here you are encouraged to bring in a portion of your garden blessings to share with others. You may bring in whatever your garden grows. In the spirit of the First Fruits, it is to be the best. First quality, of your crops. This symbol of giving freely from the first and not the last has a wonderful Stewardship message and reflection point of what God has provided. If you are not a gardener, please take something from the cart and enjoy it. Bring what you can, take what you can. Page 5

6 Prayers Phyllis and Stan Barth, Jon Brown, the Cook family, Dottie Heiber, Jeannette Mathis, the Morgan family, the Myers family, Leah Platt and family, Darlene Richardson, the Ryals family, and the Telford family Off to Camp Sawtooth for 3 R s Women s camp June are Carol Dederick, Claudia Flora, Kristin Guyon, & Marilesta Nelson. Names will remain on the published prayer list for 30 days. Please update and submit requests by either calling the Church Office at or notifying the Prayer Chain by calling Linda Sherrets at If you know of a friend or member of Hillview who is in the hospital, who will be having surgery, or other pastoral emergencies, kindly contact the Church Office and Pastor Maggie Edmondson at Please add these names of military personnel to the list of those we pray for as they are away from family and friends serving their country: Jackson Irish, Fort Drum, NY; Kevin Custer, USMC; Dustin Soper; Cara Hammond, Air Force, Mississippi; Spec. Christopher Fabela, Army; Sgt. Willie Fabela, USMC, Staff Sgt Bryan Koepl, Army, Afghanistan We need your help we would like to keep this listing of military personnel as up to date as possible. So family members we are asking you to call ( ) or (churchoffice@hillviewmethodist.org) the church office with information on your soldiers: name, branch of service and where they are serving. Membership If you are interested in baptism, or in becoming a member of Hillview, please contact Pastor Barbara. The next opportunity is July 8th. Page 6

7 Wants and Needs Congregational Care Transportation JUNE 13, 2012 From time to time some of our homebound members and friends need transportation to church, to medical appointments, and other errands. This is a vital and much needed ministry. We will partner you with one of our homebound members based on their need, your willingness, location, and availability. Please contact Maggie Edmondson, Minister of Congregational Care, to be a part of this much-needed ministry at or meg.edmondson@gmail.com Hillview Family Ministries Let us root, root, root for the Hawks!!! Join us on Saturday, June 7:15 p.m. to cheer on the Boise Hawks against the Spokane Indians. All are welcome to join us for this evening of fun for everyone! Please contact Maggie Edmondson, Minister of Congregational Care to sign up and for ticket information. Attention Families! As we continue making plans for the summer months, we would like YOUR input on our family activities for the summer. We are looking at hosting the following activities during the summer, and we need you to help us plan some of the events. Movie Night All-Church Family Picnic BBQ and Pool Party Family Game Nights And MORE!!! Contact Maggie Edmondson to serve with this vital and growing ministry at Hillview! Page 7

8 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Operation Overboard Daring to go Deep with God! July 16-20, 9 am to 12 pm at Hillview UMC Ages 4 yrs. to 5 th graders We re bringing an underwater universe adventure to the kids at our Vacation Bible School, Operation Overboard: Dare To Go Deep With God! Your children will become divers-in-training at Operation Overboard as we plunge into God s Word and discover stories of deep faith. Registration deadline is July 9 th. Registration forms are located on the Education bulletin board in Ballantyne hallway. We STILL Need Volunteers to: Be a Dive Guide group leader to guide the group from one activity center to another. We have 5 adults signed up and need 10, two for each group of students divided by ages. We have 6 youth signed up and need 16!! This is a rewarding and fun experience for those wanting to do a short-term ministry with children. Men are encouraged to volunteer to be a group leader talk to Jack Cooney about his years of experience as a group leader! Your job is to have fun with the kids at each activity center! Help Lynn McCoy create the decorations to transform the church into an undersea world Help set up the decorations on Sunday, July 15 Help with registration or other needs during the week of VBS ( Judy has a list of shortterm needs) Help with the clean-up on Friday, July 20. Fill out a volunteer form found on the Education bulletin board in the Ballantyne hallway. For information, contact Judy Halverson, ;judybhalverson@gmail.com We need CRAFT donations. The following items are need for crafts & can be placed in the designated VBS donation box in the gathering area behind the First Fruits stand. light Karo syrup 16.9 oz Dasanai water bottles (empty with cap), This brand is blue and perfect for a craft! 150 grit sand paper 1/2 inch or slightly larger fabric ribbon or 1 1/2 wire ribbon. Page 8

9 Living with Loss and Change JUNE 13, 2012 Grief is a natural response to loss. It s the emotional suffering you feel when something or someone you love is taken away. You may associate grief with the death of a loved one and this type of loss does often cause the most intense grief. But any loss can cause grief, including: A relationship breakup Death of a pet Loss of health Loss of a cherished dream Losing a job A loved one s serious illness Loss of financial stability Loss of a friendship A miscarriage Loss of safety after a trauma The Congregational Care Team is sponsoring a three-week study, Living with Loss and Change, led by Maggie Edmondson, Minister of Congregational Care on Wednesdays at 7pm beginning July 11. Childcare will be available in the Nursery. We will cover the following topics: July 11 Good Grief: What is it and Who does it? July 18 Feelings and Lifelines July 25 The New Normal : Seeking Healing and Wholeness (This session will meet at 8pm) Service of Hope and Healing June 27, 8pm, Sanctuary This past Spring has been a season of loss for our community of faith with the passing of several of our friends and members here at Hillview. The days are getting warmer with summer approaching and the light of day stretches on longer this time of year. Many of us find these long summer days more difficult than others. Perhaps a loved one or friend has died recently, a beloved pet, maybe you are without a job, living with an extended illness or chronic pain, or feeling burdened with health and life concerns. We all experience loss at various points during our lives, and this service is a way to honor these loses and move towards healing and wholeness within our lives and community of faith. Circle of Healing Grief Support Group The Grief Support Group will meet for lunch to fellowship and support one another as we walk together on this journey towards healing and wholeness. We will meet at Red Robin on Milwaukee 12:15pm on June 19. This support group is open to anyone. Please contact Maggie Edmondson, Minister of Congregational Care, if you have any questions, would like more information, or to sign up for this gathering at

10 UMW News & Events Lydia Circle Field Trip Try Again! Tuesday, June 19, at 9 am, we will carpool from Hillview to go to Walter s Ferry area to walk Cleo s Nature Trail. The 1 mile walk (handicapped accessible) along Cleo s Nature Trail, south of Melba next to the Snake River, includes hundreds of lawn ornaments, carvings and bronze sculptures, creating a unique experience. We ll stop in Nampa on the way home to eat lunch. Interested in going on this field trip? Contact Judy Halverson, ; judybhalverson@gmail.com ICE CREAM SOCIAL EVERYONE INVITED! Thursday, July 12 at 7 :00 PM Church s Gathering Area All ages enjoy ice cream! While Rev. Jorge Rodriquez updates adults about the growing Hispanic ministry he is doing in Wilder, children and youth from Hillview and Wilder will be having fun in our church s back yard playing games. This is a wonderful opportunity for our Hillview congregation to engage with our Hispanic outreach ministry. SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN MISSION That All May Have Life July 26-29, Boise Mission studies offered this year: Haiti: Challenges and Hope; Immigration in the Bible; & Poverty. You can attend Thur. evening through Sunday noon and take two of the eight hour studies OR you can do the mini school of one study Thur. & Fri. or Sat. & Sunday. Information about School of Christian Mission can be found on the United Methodist Women s bulletin board in Ballantyne hallway. Contact Judy Halverson, ; judybhalverson@gmail.com for financial assistance information. Calendar June 19 July 10 July 12 July Aug. 2 Aug. 14 Cleo Nature Trail Field Trip Ladies Veteran Luncheon, 10:30-1:30 pm Ice Cream Social School of Christian Mission, Nazareth Center, Boise UMW Board meeting Ladies Veteran Luncheon, 10:30-1:30 pm Monthly Circle Meetings: Morning Book Club 2 nd Monday at 9:30am Barnes & Noble July & August: select your own book to read. Call Kristen Guyon Evening Book Club: 2 nd Monday of the month at 6:30pm Church Parlor: July: Bamboo People (2012) by Mitali Perkins Call Darlene Smith Lydia Circle: Meets the 1 st & 3 rd Tuesday of each month in the library. Field trip to Cleo s Nature Trail June 19 th. No meetings in July. Call Judy Halverson Fellowship Circle: Meets the 2 nd & 3 rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm in members homes. No meetings in July & Aug. Call Betsy Baughman

11 Music Notes JUNE 13, 2012 Gene Lubiens, Director of Music cell: SUNDAY S ANTHEM for Sermon Series: Bringing Down The Walls PRAYER FOR UNITY Jeffrey H. Rickard Tune: Finlandia This is my song O God of all the nations A song of peace for lands afar and mine This is my home the country where my heart is Here are my hopes, my dreams, my holy shrine But other hearts in other lands are beating With hopes and dreams as true and high as mine We are created children of God s love Sisters and brothers of God s own dear son Descend, O Holy Spirit, like a dove Into our hearts, that we may be as one As one with you, to whom we ever tend As one with Christ, our brother and our friend We would be one in hatred of all wrong One in our love of all things true and fair One with our joy that breaks forth into song One with our pain that quiets into prayer One in the pow r that makes your children free to follow truth, and serve you faithfully This is my prayer, O Lord of all earth s kingdoms Your kingdom come on earth your will be done Let Christ be lifted up till all shall serve him And hearts united learn to live as one O hear my prayer, great God of all peoples Myself I give; now let your will be done.

12 Community News Mail Bag IT S BBQ time! Weather permitting we will be outside this month. See the signup table in the Gathering Area to help with the duties and food for our meal. There are lots of opportunities to help. We will need 2-3 cooks, 3 food/drink monitors, set up people and clean up people. Salads and desserts are also needed. I wish to thank all of the Hillview folks for the kind thoughts, prayers, cards and memorials you shared with me and my family when we lost Al. It was so heartwarming and will always be remembered. God Bless You all for your kindness. Thank You si much Hillview Preschool continues registration for the preschool year. We have openings for 2, 3 and 4 year olds in our wonderful caring preschool. If you like to schedule a tour be sure to call the Preschool office to schedule one. If you have any questions, please contact the preschool office at Care Notes Please be sure to stop by the Care Notes display on the Congregational Care bulletin board. Care Notes help people dealing with intensely emotional situations who are looking for concise, easy-to-read guidance and support. Each booklet offers strength, help and healing for those who are hurting. If you have a need or know someone who could benefit from these Care Notes, please do not hesitate to pick one up and share this valuable information. Jeannette Mathis & Family Page12

13 Small Groups JUNE 13, 2012 YAMs Young Adult Hillview Friday, June 22, 7pm, Youth House Come on out and join your fellow YAMs for dinner and a movie. We will be watching the movie 21 Jump Street, old episodes of the 90 s television show 21 Jump Street, and having breakfast for dinner! Bring a side dish or dessert that s breakfasty and goes along with pigs-in-a-blanket, and we ll provide the rest! Remember the YAMs are a group at Hillview geared towards gathering people in their 20 s (post high school) through 40 s around events, topics, and projects that appeal to our generations. For questions, or more information contact Maggie Edmondson, Minister of Congregational Care (and a fellow young adult), at or meg.edmondson@gmail.com..a.c.t. (All-Comers Theater) Saturday July 14, 10:30 a.m. All interested persons are welcome to participate in creating a little drama for Sunday, July 15, by coming on Saturday All ages are welcome but you must be willing to come share at both services on the 15 th! Questions? Call Pastor Barbara at Page 13

14 Education Notes Congratulations Graduates! Taylor Douglas Shawn Halverson Gene Hochhalter Brian O Morrow Riley Gowen Capital High School Boise State University University of Idaho Boise State University University of Utah SAFE SANCTUARY TRAINING/REVIEW: Wednesday, July 11 7 pm in Ballantyne Hall Trainer: Wickes MacColl An update for parents of elementary school age children The summer curriculum for children is a 9 Sunday focus on the Fruits of the Spirit listed in Galatians 5: Maggie Edmondson has prepared the material and will help oversee the creative study and activities. The second hour schedule is: 11:15 Game 11:30 Story/Message 11:40 Craft/Activity/Missional Service 11:55 Closing prayers and clean up Please contact Pastor Maggie ( ) if you have questions, would be willing to help or are able to provide snacks/activity supplies. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control. Against such things there is no law. SUNDAY CLASSES CONTINUE THROUGH THE SUMMER MONTHS Information about class times and locations may be found at the Welcome Center. The Journey Through The Bible adult class will break for the summer and resume the second Sunday in September. Page 14

15 Our Church Staff Pastor Barbara Nixon Cell Minister of Congregational Care Maggie Edmondson Director of Music/Christian Education Gene Lubiens Director of Technology and Communication Jeff Thompson Organist/Pianist Suzanne Walch Secretary Claudia Flora Youth Directors Claire Chambers Jeff Thompson Custodian Mariya Gavrilutsa Nursery Director Peggy Sheldon Financial Report We are now at 97% of our budget. Please keep the church in mind during your summer activities. In light of increased fundraising/special giving activities in our church, the Church Council has approved a new policy. All fundraising sponsors should bring all fundraising and special giving plans to the Finance Committee before promotions begin. This is not to limit fundraising or special giving activities, but to facilitate planning and coordination, keep the congregation informed, and aid individuals in choosing what they wish to support beyond their tithe. Please contact me for further information Watch the second newsletter of each month for "GIVING OPPORTUNITIES beyond your commitment to Hillview...". These opportunities are what is sometimes referred to as second mile giving. Thank you, Curtis Kron (Chair of Finance Team) JUNE 13, 2012 Special Gifts to Hillview Recent donations to Hillview have been made in memory of James Telford, Al Mathis, Adena Cook, Betty Ryals, Irene Morgan and James Myers.

16 Hillview United Methodist Church 8525 Ustick Road Boise, ID Return Service Requested The Hillview Connector Published Bi-Monthly by: Hillview United Methodist Church Non Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Boise, ID Permit No. 196 To: Dates to Remember June 24 The Micah Dilemma: Love Kindness AND Do Justice July Vacation Bible School Hillview United Methodist Church Phone Hours 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Mon-Thurs 9-12 Fri