SunHills January Update
- Dan Haakenson
- Jan 6, 2010
As we step into the first week of the new year, here is a peek at what is developing at SunHills:
I am excited to get back into 1 Peter this Sunday. We are coming into some great sections of this relevant book and I look forward to the ways that God will work in us through His word. This Sunday we’ll consider a passage that speaks to marriage – husbands and wives (3:1-7); so I’ve asked Michelle to share the message with me. Don’t miss it.
A reminder and request - if you will take time before each Sunday to read the section of 1 Peter that we are coming into, it will benefit your understanding and application of God’s word. (The next week’s passage is listed each week on the notes insert and also at www.sunhills.org.)
Thanks to Kevin and Dave for the great messages these last two Sundays – these messages are available on our website if you missed them (or want to listen again).
I was thinking back to our last New Friends Lunch and reflecting on some great connections that have grown out of that: people connected to each other, new small groups, new places of service, and more. I’m eagerly anticipating what God will do through the New Friends time coming up on January 31. (The New Friends Lunch will follow second service from 12:30 to 2:00 on Sunday, January 31. If you would like more information or to RSVP, contact Heather in the church office at .) I look forward to that opportunity to get to know some of you better and am praying that this time helps you as well.
Thanks for the ways so many of you help warmly welcome new faces and friends around SunHills. I see people doing this – both new and not-so-new people – and I love it. Being a community that is welcoming and genuinely inviting and open is a great thing. It is the way of God’s grace in the new community that He is creating and expanding; how cool that we can be a part of it ...
Our high school students are returning to Ensenada, Mexico during spring break, Mar 26 – Apr 2, 2010. We are again partnering with Azusa Missions for this week of outreach. There is an informational meeting this Sunday, Jan 10, following second service for all students who are planning to go to
And don’t miss the Taco Feed! Come out and support our Mexico outreach - Sunday, Jan 24, 6:30-7:30 pm. Dinner is free! Donations are welcome and encouraged.
BIBLE STUDIES
After a holiday break, many of our small groups are getting started again this month with new Bible studies. There are studies for women, men, and even a new group for couples, which will be starting Feb 1. Check out the Small Groups page for more info!
BUDGET
We are thankful for gracious and generous giving which came in and brought our 2009 budget to a strong close. We are now beginning the 2010 budget year. Being prayerful and consistent about giving is not just a matter of supporting the local church but is a way of honoring God and loving people and contributing to His mission. Giving in these ways is not just good for the church but it truly is good for you. Thanks for your investment and obedience in these ways.
Looking forward to the year ahead,
Grace – dan
