CHURCH-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
THIS WEEK’S SERVICE (May 15, 2022)
This Sunday, Lead Pastor Lamar will talk about “Meek and Mighty” (Matthew 5:5). This week’s songs will be Joyful (The One Who Saves) by Brenton Brown and Jason Ingram, arr. by Bradley Knight, House of the Lord by Jonathan Smith and Phil Wickham, arr. by Dan Galbraith, Jesus by Chris Tomlin and Ed Cash, arr. by Dan Galbraith, and Thank You Jesus For the Blood by Brian McCleery, Charity Gayle, David Gentiles, Ryan Kennedy, and Steven Musso, arr. by Cliff Duren.
Movie Night, hosted by Men’s Ministry
Everyone has a unique father story. Whether positive or painful, it’s always personal and can deeply affect the core of our identity and direction of our lives. Kendrick Brothers’ Show Me The Father is the first documentary film from the creators of War Room, Overcomer, Fireproof, and Courageous Legacy. Featuring a variety of amazing true stories, this captivating movie takes audiences of all ages on an inspiring and emotional cinematic journey. Providing a fresh perspective on the roles of fathers in today’s society, Show Me The Father invites you to think differently about how you view your earthly father, and how you personally relate to God.
Families, men, women, children, please join us in watching the latest Kendrick Brothers’ film “Show Me the Father” May 27, in room B208/210, starting at 6pm. The film is rated PG. All are welcome! Popcorn, soda, and water provided. There is no cost to attend, however registration is encouraged so we know how many to expect.
Event Schedule:
• 6:00 to 6:30 – Opening Remarks, Prayer, and Ice Breaker (Optional)
• 6:30 to 8:00 – Movie Time
• 8:00 to 8:10 – Closing Remarks and Prayer
• 8:10 to 8:15 – Break
• 8:15 to 8:45 – Round Table Discussion (Optional)
• 8:45 to 9:00 – Fellowship and Departure
Register at https://www.hoffmantownchurch.org/events/mens-ministry-movie-night/
February Month-End Update from the Finance Committee
(Our fiscal year now starts in January)
March 2022 Actuals YTD Actuals
Receipts / Income $227,148 $828,101
Less Expenses $236,261 $690,149
$ (9,113) $137,952
Thank you for your faithful and generous giving to the Lord through Hoffmantown Church.
We also received $287,360 in tax credits and it was placed in the property improvement account.
If you have questions regarding the financials or want more information, you can contact any member of the Finance Committee (Ken Abbott, Doug Lawson, Fran Stribling, Regan Stinnett, JoAnn Polk, Robert Ewing, and D’Ann Craft) or email us at finance@hoffmantown.org.
Hoffmantown Church Paid Ministry Positions Available
Hoffmantown Church has a full-time position and part-time positions available. Applicants should be an active member of Hoffmantown Church, sense a calling to Christian service and be able to work in various contexts.
Full-Time
Administrative Assistant:
Hoffmantown Kids Ministry is seeking a full-time administrative assistant to join their team. Applicant should have a love for children, passion for Kids Ministry, love being part of a team and the ability to be flexible. Have working knowledge in software applications, as well as a teachable heart. Please contact Susan Franse at 858-8654 or pastorsoffice@hoffmantown.org.
Part-Time
Paid Childcare Workers
Hoffmantown’s Kids Ministry is seeking part-time paid childcare workers for Tuesdays 9am – 12:30pm and Wednesdays 6:15-8:15pm. If applicable, employees are eligible to receive a 50% discount on tuition for Kids Express (this does not include the annual registration fee).
– IF a Hoffmantown member wants to volunteer and serve like Christ called us to do, they are also more than welcome to serve and “let the children come to them” on Tuesday mornings from 9am to 12:30pm, and Wednesday nights from 6:15pm to 8:15pm. For job requirements, please contact Staci Spencer-Roth at 858-8617 or kids@hoffmantown.org.
Administrative Assistant:
Hoffmantown Adult Family Ministry is seeking a part-time administrative assistant. Legacy, Men’s, and Women’s Ministries are included in AFM. Applicant should be proficient in software applications. For job requirements, please contact Susan Franse at 858-8654 or pastorsoffice@hoffmantown.org.
Audio/Visual Assistant:
Hoffmantown is looking for a part-time audio/visual assistant. No experience necessary, we will train you. If you feel called to this ministry, please email Mike Donahoe at miked@hoffmantown.org or call 858-8680.
Applications are available at the Receptionist Desk Monday through Friday. Please return completed applications to the receptionist.
Hiatus in operation of the HC HIS Store
Whether it is a casualty from the pandemic, shifting demographics, or just a ministry that has run the course God intended for it, church leadership have approved a hiatus be taken with regard to operation of the Hoffmantown Church food bank, HIS Store. The volume supported at the church’s food pantry has fallen to a trickle of folks coming to ask for food. For the three years before pandemic the food pantry averaged 18-22 visitors per month. Since the pandemic, the demand has dropped to less than 3 visitors per month, many months with zero visitors. We had a five week stretch in 2022 with no visitors, and there are no signs of volume picking up post pandemic.
Therefore, we are taking a hiatus in service through the HIS Store. We will monitor things over the next few months to evaluate if the food pantry needs to be restarted or not. During this hiatus time-frame, we will continue to support people in food crisis looking for support through the Pastor-on-Call and Benevolence programs.
We thank the many of you who have faithfully brought food to stock the HIS Store shelves over the past decade. Your generosity has provided much needed food assistance to many. Nearly 400 different family groups have been assisted in this manner during the operating time of our food bank. Pray that the Lord continue to guide and direct the future direction of this ministry.
ADULT FAMILY MINISTRIES
Women’s Ministry Quarterly Event
Join us on Saturday, May 21, from 9:30–11am for our next Mary Moments as we partner with Hoffmantown Kids Ministry in prayer support for Vacation Bible School. We will have a preview of the VBS theme and how it draws us to boomerang back to the value of life. As we focus on prayer, you may choose to pray in the room, within the Hoffmantown campus, or in the Hoffmantown Church neighborhood. Bottled water and light snacks provided. If your children or grandchildren would like to walk and pray with you, they are more than welcome to join us. No registration is necessary.
STUDENT MINISTRY
StuCamps 3.0–June 28-July 2 (Inlow Camp)
Please put June 28-July 2 on your calendars for your 7th-12th graders to join us for Camp at Inlow Camp. Your kids will be able to join other churches from all over the state to have great fellowship, worship, community, and most important the Word of God will be taught. Encourage your pre-teens and teens to come and be a part of this wonderful opportunity. For more information, please contact students@hoffmantown.org.
MISSIONS
The Bling Show
The Bling Show is once again accepting donations for their show to be held October 14 and 15. The Bling Show benefits Shine Partnership, a ministry that creates partnerships between churches and local public schools. Donations include jewelry, scarves, purses, hats and accessories. There is a box at the Receptionist Desk where your donations can be left. There are donation slips in the box for tax purposes if needed. If you have any questions, you may contact missions@hoffmantown.org.
Inlow Baptist Camp Project
Inlow Baptist Camp needs volunteers to help with cleanup and light maintenance May 22-27 to open for their summer camps. The Missions Council is helping to put together a team whose members can work some or all of that week. Please contact Adrienne Mouck at 858-8660 or adriennem@hoffmantown.org if interested.
KIDS MINISTRY
VBS Hoffmantown Church: June 6-10, 9am-12pm
22… just 22 more days till VBS!
Anddddddddd just 22 more volunteer helpers are needed to fill every classroom in VBS!
We need you… yes YOU!
Did you know, “94% of the people who come to Christ do so before the age of 18?” – The Barna Group
Are you familiar with the story in the Bible where the people brought SO many items to help build the Tabernacle – Moses said, “Thank you – but no more is needed?” (Exodus 36:5-7)
Hoffmantown Family, thank you so very much for the 3,457 empty toilet paper rolls {and sometimes not always so empty…} but to echo Moses words and heart, “Thank you, but no more empty toilet paper rolls are needed.” 😊
What we DO need are empty PAPER TOWEL rolls and empty WRAPPING PAPER rolls – not toilet paper, but PAPER TOWEL or WRAPPING PAPER. Thanks so much! 😊
And… if you are running errands this week?
We REALLY need the following …
~ A sheet of 40 cent postcard stamps
~ Frog tape (yes, Frog tape. It is green, like blue painters’ tape – but green and better!)
Can be purchased at Amazon, Lowe’s, Walmart, Hobby Lobby, Staples, Ace Hardware
~ New or gently used colorful beach towels
~ Stuffed Animals: kangaroo, platypus, koala, dingos
Church Camp: The Week That Changed My Life
“Sometimes when you least expect it, God allows amazing things to happen…” – Kaylee Switzer
Inlow Baptist Camp: “Young Lives Ablaze” June 13-17
Come join Ms. Staci and SIX of your friends who have signed up for Kids Camp! Please see Ms. Staci for more information at kids@hoffmantown.org or 858-8617.
Early Registration: $210 (April 1-May 15)/Late Registration: $230 (After May 16)
{Ms. Staci is still signing kids up… come join us… and invite your friends!}
CHURCH COUNCIL
churchcouncil@hoffmantown.org
Current Members:
Elders: Tom Caudill and Jim Dearholt
Pastors: Lamar Morin and David Hopkins
Deacons: Drayton Boozer and Dave Jarvis
Operations: Sam Mouck
At Large Members: D’Ann Craft, Steve Gnerich, Jeff McElwain, Patricia Rogers, Linda Rupp and Bruce Townsend
The Church Council received a report from the Communications and Media Ministry regarding the changes made recently in staff positions. Michael Taylor has assumed the role of Communications and Media Strategist/Team Leader, in which he’ll work with the staff to communicate creatively and effectively to the church and to those who are in our community or online. Michael will also serve as the Team Leader for the Communications Team. Matthew Harris has stepped into the Worship Center Technical Coordinator and IT Coordinator role. Matt will oversee all of the technical elements that support our Sunday morning service and special services/events. He’ll also work, in collaboration with Computer Solutions, to ensure all the church’s computer software and hardware needs are functional and maintained going forward. Join us in praying for these young men in their new roles. Adrienne Mouck has also taken on an additional role of updating and keeping current the Hoffmantown website. We are also deeply grateful for Donnie Martinez’s faithful ministry through the years in our church’s print media. Please join us in sharing your appreciation for the ministry of these as you see them serving us around the church.