A Message from Pastor Richard
“I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.”- John 11: 25-26
On Sunday, we celebrated All Saints Day at Church of the Hills. As a part of this service, we remembered those who died in the past year that have gone on before us to be with God in eternal life. Here are the names we spoke aloud Sunday:
The Saints who are now with God
Member – Kay Culp - 1-11-26
Member – Ken Kyle - 1-13-26
Member – Carla McFadden - 1-16-26
Former Member – Ginny Bailey – 11-30-25
Former Member – Rick Bailey - 5-15-26
Former Member – Kathy Donner - 7-11-26
Member’s Family – Karon Turpin - 4-18-26
Member’s Family – Charles Bates - 5-5-26
I heard many other names spoken aloud during the communion prayer. Even though we name the saints who have died in the last year, we also remember those who have died that we hold dear to our hearts.
On All Saints Day, we remember those who are now with God. We also proclaim our resurrection hope, as we remember Jesus is "the resurrection and the life, and those who believe in him, even though they die, will live.”
At the end of a funeral, memorial service, or graveside, I give a prayer of commendation for the deceased, and it’s appropriate to pray this on All Saints Day, too as we remember the saints that have gone before us. I will close my reflection with that. Please insert the name of any saint is on your heart this day:
"Into your hands, O merciful Savior, we commend your servant [Name]. Acknowledge, we humbly pray, a sheep of your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your own redeeming. Receive him/her into the arms of your mercy, into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light. Amen.” (Book of Common Worship, pg. 793)
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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October 3 - Jodie King
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October 8 - Margaret Bailey
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October 8 - Ronald Pfeiffer
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October 9 - Colter Snyder
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October 15 - Tom Scripps
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October 18 - Hanna Holt
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October 20 - Doug Brown
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October 22 - Marilyn Sandifer
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October 22 - Christi Todd
Spares and Pairs
Spares and Pairs is scheduled to be held at Mount Vernon Canyon Club on November 13, the second Friday in November. It will be held in the "Board Room" from 6 - 10 p.m.
THE MENU IS SHOWN BELOW:
FIRST COURSE
PEACH PANZANELLA SALAD; PEACHES, RASPBERRIES, GRILLED CIABATTA, MASCARPONE, ARUGULA, BERMUDA ONION AND GOAT CHEESE WITH WHITE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
SECOND COURSE
1. CHICKEN DONATELLO GF: FRENCHED CHICKEN BREAST, ROASTED GARLIC, ZUCCHINI, MUSHROOMS, TOMATO CONFIT AND SHERRY WINE SAUCE. GF
$52.82 INCLUSIVE OF TAX AND SERVICE CHARGE
2. BEEF MEDALLIONS WITH MUSHROOM MADIERA SAUCE ROASTED POTATOES; GF, DF
$52.82 INCLUSIVE OF TAX AND SERVICE CHARGE
3.EGGPLANT ROULADE GF V ( LOUNGE RECIPE)
$47.54 INCLUSIVE OF TAX AND SERVICE CHARGE
COFFEE, TEA, ICED TEA (SET AT STATION)
ROLLS WITH BUTTER
DESSERT
STRAWBERRY MOUSSE
INCLUDED IN PRICING
Please email or call either Judi Q or Nancy Grant with your RSVP prior to November 6th. with your selection. Please pay with a check made out to Judi Quackenboss either prior to the evening of the gala or that evening.
Questions? Call Judi at 303-880-4825
Alternative Gift Fair
The Alternative Gift Fair is coming up! It will be held at the Lutheran Church on Highway 73, November 15th and 16th. This is a wonderful opportunity to "Gift Twice" by helping a non-profit and having a nice gift to give to someone special in your life. As always, we need our wonderful bakers to volunteer to bake items for the bake sale, and we will need people to volunteer to help with the parking. For more details, and to sign-up to volunteer you can go to the Alternative Gift Fair web site; www.GiftTwice.org and click on the "Sign-up to Volunteer" icon at the top of the page.
Holiday Decorating
Holiday Decorating
It's almost time to Deck the Halls! And the Sanctuary and Narthex. We will be putting up Christmas decorations on Sunday, November 22nd, after the Worship Service. Snacks will be available for all of you who can be Santa's helpers. Please come dressed in comfortable clothes and shoes. If you have any questions, please email Shari at shari@churchofthehiills.com.
Men' Bible Study
Men's Bible Study begins Thursday, November 19
All men are invited to attend our COTH Small Group Men’s Bible Study. If you’re interested, please come to our first meeting on Thursday November 19th at 6:30am at the Bagelry. Our meeting will last about an hour. We’ll talk more about what this study entails at this meeting. For now, though, we plan on meeting biweekly and discussing readings, whether it’s scripture or a biblically focused book. If you are interested, please email Pastor Richard at richard@churchofthehills.com to RSVP or if you have any questions.
The Bagelry is located in Bergen Park. Their address is:
1242 Bergen Parkway Evergreen, CO 80439
Veteran's Day Celebration
Veterans, as you may have heard, we are putting together a presentation of the uniforms of veterans associated with Church Of The Hills for the Veterans Day celebration on November 8.
We would ask that you provide us with a uniform tunic, flight jacket, or any other authentic jacket that you wore during your military service. If you would like, you can also provide a brief description that would further enhance our presentation. Please bring your uniform to Church of the Hills by November 1. This will give us an opportunity to put together the presentation for the Veterans Day celebration on November 8.
We are really looking forward to the participation of as many veterans as possible. We will be providing stands to display your uniform. If you have any questions, please feel free to either text or call Jerrie Bucholz at 303-877-4838.
Pura Vida Annual Gathering
Donna and Jerry Bucholz will coordinate getting tickets for those interested. There is a discount for tickets bought in a block. A single ticket through the website is $55; for a 4 pack the tickets go down to $50 each, and for a 6 pack, they are $45. More information is available on the website puravida.org.
Let Donna know by text or call 303-877-5011 if you would like to join in this vital event! Food, fun, a silent auction and informational program are all part of this event.
Bible Studies
Here’s an invitation to watch Season 2 of The Chosen on Wednesdays at 5pm at the church. Includes popcorn!
Thursday night Bible Study begins October 1 at 6:30pm. Zoom with us! Led by Tim Wilbanks, it is on prayer and will run for 8 weeks.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87930149605?pwd=Knt257KbWGaZ7uGxeUVPdiFMsDeXyT.1
A Message from the Nominating Committee
Please reach out to one of the friendly Nominating Committee members: Cherie Braun, Mike Clinton, Dianne Lebsock, Margi Masquelier; Monica Rider, or Christi Todd.
They can provide you with leadership opportunities that are available.
Stewardship - New Trade Vendor List
CYCLE OF FAITH
The Stewardship Team would like to show our appreciation to our amazing congregation!!!
Please come to church this coming Sunday as we host our “THANK YOU ice cream social” in wrapping up our 2027 financial pledge drive. During fellowship time after church we will be serving you ice cream that will be in the spirit of Veterans Day as we celebrate together!!!
At the Stewardship luncheon on Oct. 4th we gave out wooden cross necklaces as a gift to all who attended. We would like to ask everyone to wear your cross on Sunday as we celebrate the Cycle Of Faith!!!! For those who may not have been at that luncheon, we have extra cross necklaces at the church for you! We look forward to seeing all of you Sunday!
Important Choir Info!
The choir will continue to meet every Sunday at 9 a.m.
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 a generous 483 pounds! You are absolutely awesome! Let’s keep it up! Fill those baskets!
ECHO FOOD PANTRY NEEDS FOR THIS WEEK
Hearty Canned Soups – Lentil, Clam Chowder & Stew
Protein Shakes
Canned Vegetables – Peas & Carrots, Potatoes
Shelf-Stable Pie Crusts
Shampoo
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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