A MESSAGE FROM PASTOR RICHARD
"There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all.”- Ephesians 4: 4-6
On Sunday, we have the joy of witnessing the baptism of Chase Allbritton before he goes to college. Chase has been working the soundboard in worship for us for years. He and I have spoken about a possible baptism for a few months, and he is ready to profess his faith in Jesus Christ and be baptized!
This will be a very special Sunday for our church. Chase’s baptism is our first baptism since I’ve been your pastor. “Baptism is the sign and seal of our incorporation into Jesus Christ,” (BoCW, pg. 403) so this is a big deal! We are welcoming Chase into the body of Christ as a believer. Baptism is one of two Sacraments in the Presbyterian Church. The other is the Lord’s Supper, which we celebrate once a month.
These are the words I will speak Sunday from our Book of Common Worship before Chase is baptized:
"Obeying the word of our Lord Jesus, and confident of his promises, we baptize those whom God has called. In baptism God claims us, and seals us to show that we belong to God. God frees us from sin and death, uniting us with Jesus Christ in his death and resurrection. By water and the Holy Spirit, we are made members of the church, the body of Christ, and joined to Christ’s ministry of love, peace, and justice. Let us remember with joy our own baptism, as we celebrate this sacrament." (BoCW, pg. 408)
Please join us Sunday as we celebrate Chase’s baptism and that he is a new believer as he heads off to college.
May the love of God be with you,
Pastor Richard
For Pastoral Care: Please contact Pastor Richard at 303-828-8263.
Announcements and Opportunities
Happy Birthday
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August 1 - Carolyn Alexander
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August 1 - Susie VanderHorst
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August 2 - Margery McKnight
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August 9 - Dick Blodgett
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August 27 - Susan Fitzwilson
Spares and Pairs
Spares and Pairs will be at the Lebsock's Friday, August 14th at 5:30 p.m.
30779 Alice Dr. Evergreen, CO
Call or text Alan 281-435-2093 or
Diane 281-507-0286 to RSVP
Lebsock's will provide "flamazing" sandwich sliders (regular, gluten-free and dairy-free) with drinks and a watermelon salad.
Please bring appetizers, sides, or desserts to share...
Outdoor Worship Aug. 23
Outdoor Worship Service, Sunday August 23rd at the Wells' Ranch
The Outdoor Worship Service will be held Sunday, August 23rd at the home of John and Valorie Wells.
Please bring chairs, sun protection, and a side dish or dessert, with the serving utensils for your dish, to share. Fried and baked (gluten free) chicken, drinks, forks, spoons, knives, and plates will be provided. For drinks, we will provide water, iced tea, and lemonade.
Summer Reading Group
Join us for our COTH Summer Reading Group! This summer we are reading Leap Over a Wall by Eugene Peterson. Our last meeting will be August 27. Discussions will be led by Pastor Richard. If Interested, please email him at richard@churchofthehills.com. Books are available at the church.
Stewardship -
Trade Vendor List
On Sunday, August 9th, a presentation was made on behalf of the Stewardship Committee introducing our stewardship theme for the year, which is “Cycle of Faith”. There will be more information coming to you soon.
During the presentation a new initiative was announced which is to try to create a “trade vendor referral list”. We are asking everyone to write down on the attached form any trade vendor that you may have contracted with and had a good experience AND you are willing to provide that vendor name and their phone number. We have aspirations of believing that this list might be useful to our members and friends in the event they have a need for such services. We ask that you please write down those vendors and their number and please sign the attached sheet. Then please return the list to Alan Lebsock (at church or text a pic to 281-435-2093 or email to alebsock@comcast.net).
We hope that everyone will support this initiative as we endeavor to be of service to each other. Thank you in advance.
Alan Lebsock
Kirkin O' the Tartans
Mark your calendars! Kirkin O' the Tartans will be on October 25th this year. If you want to get in on the fun and pageantry, but haven't ordered your tartan yet, please see Margi Masquelier after church on Sunday or contact her at 303-885-7775. Orders are due July 26th.
Peg and Toby will be on vacation
Please be advised that Peg and Toby will be on vacation from September 7 - September 21. For Pastoral Care, please contact Pastor Richard at 303-828-8263. For Prayer Requests and Newsletter items, please contact Shari Gulbrandsen at ssharig@msn.com.
Important Choir Info!
The choir will continue to meet every Sunday at 9 a.m.
EChO Food Pantry
ECHO FOOD PANTRY
Many, many thanks for your generosity. You’ve seen the need. You’ve headed the call. You’ve forged ahead. You’ve donated just two pounds short of 2.5 tons – and we’re only in August! You are absolutely awesome! Let’s keep it up! Fill those baskets!
ECHO FOOD PANTRY NEEDS FOR THIS WEEK
Protein Shakes
Shelf-Stable Meals
Cereal (hot cereal or bars)
Crockpot & Holiday Staples
Shampoo & Conditioner
Truly, what you’re doing is nothing short of incredible. You’re helping EChO feed and supply personal/household items to hundreds of our neighbors. You’re showing God’s love.
Thank you for caring.
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The deadline for all Church Communication Publications and notifications is Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. Please email Peggy.
Additionally, please provide advance notice for any special projects you may have, so that time can be accurately allocated, supplies ordered, and quality and fairness can be provided for all parties concerned.
Please be aware that any items received after the deadline will go into the following week's communication publications and job tasks.
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