CHURCH-WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
THIS WEEK’S SERVICE (October 31, 2021)
This Sunday, Lead Pastor Lamar will lead in Lord’s Supper (Psalm 51: 1-12). This week’s songs will be Only King Forever by Wade Joye, Chris Brown, Mack Brock, and Steven Furtick, Your Grace Is Enough by Matt Maher, Chris Tomlin, arr. by John Watson, At The Cross by Isaac Watts and Ralph E. Hudson, arr. by Cliff Duren, and Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) by John Newton, Chris Tomlin, Louie Giglio, arr. by Dave Williamson.
FALL FESTIVAL This Sunday, October 31
Fall Festival will be an Indoor event on October 31, from 6-8pm, with families from Hoffmantown and the Albuquerque community being invited to experience a trick-or-treating alternative with “Heroes from the Bible!” There will be games, candy, hot dogs, two very large inflatables, and lots of Biblical creative fun! For more information, visit hoffmantownchurch.org/fallfestival.
Ordinary Life, Extraordinary God
In the midst of our ordinary lives, our extraordinary God is always at work, even in the tough times and in the difficult choices we make. The Book of Ruth gives us a great picture of this reality. If we look carefully, we see His providence, faithfulness, and provision in the circumstances of our lives and our relationships. Ultimately, God can make good come out of bad. He is our extraordinary God! The new sermon series is beginning November 7.
September Month-End Update from the Finance Committee(Our fiscal year starts in July)
September 2021 Actuals YTD Actuals
Receipts / Income $218,201 $631,768
Less Expenses $221,421 $ 743,268
$ (3,220) $(111,500)
Thank you for your faithful and generous giving to the Lord through Hoffmantown Church. If you have questions or want more information you can contact any member of the Finance Committee (Ken Abbott, Doug Lawson, Fran Stribling, Bill Talbott, Regan Stinnett, JoAnn Polk, Robert Ewing, D’Ann Craft and Laurie Wallis) or email us at finance@hoffmantown.org.
2022 Church Budget
The Hoffmantown Church new fiscal year begins January 1. The Hoffmantown bylaws require voting at a special business meeting in December to approve the budget for the next year. The in-person vote this year will be Sunday, December 5. Prior to voting, we are holding a special Budget Q&A session on November 14 . This meeting will be at 2pm on November 14 in room B100. Please plan to attend if you have any questions about the budget, budgeting process, and voting process.
ADULT FAMILY MINISTRIES
Bountiful Blessings
Women of Hoffmantown, please join us Saturday, November 13, from 9-11am in room B208/210 as we thank God for our Bountiful Blessings. We have a jam-packed schedule including an uplifting message, making connections with women attending, a fun and crafty service project, and a baking contest. Register online at hoffmantownchurch.org/events/bountiful-blessings-womens-event/.
Men’s Breakfast (Love in Action, through Discipleship)
Men of Hoffmantown, please join us Saturday, November 13, from 7:30-9am in room B209/221 as we enjoy a great breakfast and fellowship together. We will be walking through the scriptures, on our calling of making disciples, and discussing some of the inhibitors of not making disciples. The cost is $5. Register online at hoffmantownchurch.org/events/mens-quarterly-breakfast/.
KIDS MINISTRY
Family Dedication is Sunday, November 7
Family Dedication is a time for parents to dedicate their child(ren) and family to the Lord and for our church to commit to partner with our parents and assist them in laying a strong spiritual foundation for their child(ren). Please register by October 31 for our November 7 Dedication. Any questions, please contact kids@hoffmantown.org.
MUSIC & WORSHIP MINISTRY
Christmas at Hoffmantown
As you’re making plans for your holiday season, make sure to save the date for “Christmas at Hoffmantown” on Saturday, December 4th at 7pm. This year’s presentation is sure to be special as guest artists, Bradley and Holly Knight, will collaborate with our Worship Choir and Orchestra to bring you and your family a Christmas concert you won’t soon forget. Bradley Knight has served as staff arranger and worship leader for some of the most prominent churches in America: Christ Church Choir, Prestonwood, and, most recently, the famous Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir in NY. He’s also a producer, orchestrator, and accomplished keyboardist. He’s written and arranged music for the Gaither Homecoming Friends, Lee Greenwood, LeAnn Rimes, Vestal Goodman, Lee University, and the Collingsworth Family to name a few. But, perhaps, what he’s best known for, is being the preeminent music arranger for Choirs and Orchestras in the church today. Hoffmantown is one of those churches who has benefited from his gifts and ministry over the years. Bradley’s wife, Holly, serves alongside him in ministry and is a gifted singer, writer, speaker, and worship leader. You won’t want to miss this incredible “one night only” event, so be sure to mark your calendars for December 4th now. As a bonus, Bradley and Holly will also be leading worship with us on Sunday, December 5th.
MISSIONS
Operation Christmas Child
December is just around the corner, and Operation Christmas Child is back again! The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church worldwide to share the Good News of Jesus Christ and make disciples of the nations. If you would like to join this great cause, stop by the OCC table in the Fellowship Mall to grab a box to fill with fun goodies! They will also be able to answer any questions you may have on the ministry.
Angel Tree
Angel Tree will be back to normal operations this year! Be on the lookout for the familiar trees decorated with the angels filled with the names of New Mexico children in need. Angel Tree will be coming to Hoffmantown very soon.
CHURCH COUNCIL
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