Welcome
We are a vibrant family of faith rooted in God's Word, gathering together to worship, and equipped to share the love of Christ with the world. We are a caring community that is passionate about serving others and growing closer to Christ. We believe Jesus Christ is our Savior, the source of our compassion and acceptance and the drive behind our desire to share God’s love.
Welcome to our
Worship Service
at 10:00 a.m.
January 12, 2025.
The Service will be available for livestream, or to be viewed on our YouTube channel later.​
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YouTube Channel Link -
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGL4zscdHkbzvFzF4iuZE2g
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Would you like to donate fresh flowers for the sanctuary? Flower dedications are a great way to celebrate and remember a birthday, anniversary, loved one, special occasions and the Glory of God! Please contact Brooks Barwell by clicking the link below. Brooks will reserve a date for your dedication on the church calendar and work with you on the wording of the dedication and other details.
A MESSAGE FROM PASTOR RICHARD
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“Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.’”- John 8:12
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On Christmas Eve morning, Tim Clancy and I walked the 373 steps to the top of the Mother Cabrini shrine and watched the sun come up over the Colorado plains (pictured above). On this clear and cold morning just a few days after the longest night, I reflected on the Light of Christ and how it continues to shine in the world and in the life of our church. Later that Christmas Eve, after the sun had set, we shined the light of Christ ourselves as we all lit our own candles and sang “Silent Night.” 109 people, including church members, family and friends, and neighbors from the community joined us as we sang and shined this light. Many others joined us from home as well. And we all shared this experience with Christians around the world. Indeed, the light of Christ does shine. It has not been put out.
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In thinking about the holiday season, I wanted to share my thanks to all of you for making it so special. So many of you worked very hard so we could have a meaningful Christmas at Church of the Hills. It really does take a village. I feel truly blessed to be your pastor.
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As we enter a New Year, remember that the light of Christ will continue shining in our lives and in the life of our church no matter what happens in the world. In following Christ, we leave behind darkness and have the light of life, as the scripture says.
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May the light of Christ be with you and your families in 2025,
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Pastor Richard
Services, Bible Studies and Events
Love in Action
Mission of the Month
EChO Overnight Shelter
The EChO Shelter is an overnight-only shelter - open each night from October - late April. Shelter guests are welcomed with dinner, shower, laundry, and a quiet, safe place to sleep, and in the morning, they are provided a breakfast and a sack lunch to go. All EChO Shelter guests are welcome to utilize the EChO Food Pantry and meet with a client advocate for further needs. The shelter is located on the lower level of our church and there are the many opportunities to volunteer! Click on the link below to read about our Shelter Mentor's story:
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“Love in Action” is the Church of the Hills mission team. The primary goal of the Love in Action Team is to serve the needs of others locally, nationally and internationally. The people of Church of the Hills are blessed with unique gifts; although the size of our congregation is smaller, sharing these gifts remains a vital part of our outreach ministry.
The “Love in Action” Committee will guide us to be Christ’s faithful Witnesses. As such, we will share a deep life of service, and participate in God’s mission to care for the needs of the sick, the poor, and the lonely to establish Christ’s just, loving, and peaceable rule in the world.
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