This Week:
Committee Meetings have been rescheduled to today, Monday, May 14 starting at 6:00 p.m.
You have been invited to join in celebration with Carolyn Frazier at her retirement reception. Come to the Thompson Gym on Sunday, May 20 from 2:00-4:00 p.m.
This Sunday:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Jennifer Lee & Alisha James
18m-3yr: Lori Larsh & Marissa Kendall
Upcoming Events:
Men’s Golf is starting back up! The first day will be Monday, May 21 in Greensburg. They will also meet the following Monday, May 28 and then will switch to Wednesday’s on June 6. More information to follow.
Our kids are headed to camp! Many of our students are leaving home for a few days to join with others at Camp Quaker Haven. Don’t forget to register online at friendsyouth.com by Wednesday, May 23. Late registration requires a $25 fee.
Sports Camp! We are planning our first sports camp for K-8 on May 25-26. It will focus on basketball, soccer, cheerleading and what it means to live a faith-fueled life and how that can inspire us to maturity within a competitive sports atmosphere.
Our missions group is getting ready to head down to Siete Ejidos again! They leave May 26 and return June 2. Please keep them in your prayers as they prepare for their journey of servanthood and ministry.
Family Style Sunday School is a new program our children’s ministry is starting on June 3 in the Fellowship Hall. It will take place at the same time as Group Life. For more info contact KC Lingafelter.
The Leadership Institute is meeting again on June 4 for their second in the series “Evangelism and Outreach.” Join them in Jackson Hall at 7:00 p.m. for the class with refreshments at 6:30 p.m.
Announcements:
Men, we need you! We need male volunteers for Kids Camp June 2-5. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact KC Lingafelter ASAP.
Quick Reminder: The church office will be closed Monday, May 28 for Memorial Day.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT CQH: The Camp Board is taking the facilities up another big notch at Camp Quaker Haven by installing air conditioning in all of the cabins! All of the units are already installed and new power lines have been installed to handle power requirements. CQH is looking for volunteer help to complete the wiring in each of the 16 cabins to hook the a/c units up, plus help blowing insulation into the attics of the cabins (the walls are already insulated). These tasks and other odds and ends need completed in May in order to welcome campers soon! Please contact the camp at 620.442.9690 for details and to schedule work day/s, anytime in May.
Seth and Kim Binford have left for their journey on the Appalachian Trail. Keep them in your prayers and and get updates on their blog at binfordadventures.wordpress.com
The community garden is getting started! Help out by donating seeds, giving money to pay for supplies and seed, or give some of your time to help them over the next few months.
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Activities will resume in the fall.
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
This Week:
Barclay Choir is giving a special concert on Monday, May 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Join us for the night in listening to melodious music.
The EFCMAYM golf scramble is at The Links in Pretty Prairie on Friday, May 11 with a tee time of 8:00 a.m. It is a 9-hole course with some challenges and will be played twice. Green fees, including riding cart and lunch barbecue, are $30.
Committee Meetings are coming up next week on Sunday, May 13 starting at 6:00 p.m.
This Sunday:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Shari Bryan & Kaitlin Ross
18m-3yr: Carla Woods & Laura Gwin
3-4 yrs:
Upcoming Events:
Sports Camp! We are planning our first two day sports camp for K-8 on May 25-26. It will focus on basketball, soccer, cheerleading and what is means to live a faith-fueled life and how that is what can inspire us to maturity within a competitive sports atmosphere.
Our missions group is getting ready to head down to Siete Ejidos again! They leave May 26 and return June 2. Please keep them in your prayers as they prepare for their journey of servanthood and ministry.
The Leadership Institute is meeting again on June 4 for their second in the series “Evangelism and Outreach.” Join them in Jackson Hall at 7:00 p.m. for the class with refreshments at 6:30 p.m.
Our kids are headed to camp! Many of our students will be leaving home for a few days to join with others at Camp Quaker Haven. As the kids come and go from June 2-16 please keep the students and counselors in your prayers.
Announcements:
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT CQH: The Camp Board is taking the facilities up another big notch at Camp Quaker Haven by installing air conditioning in all of the cabins! CQH is looking for volunteer help to complete the wiring in each of the 16 cabins to hook the a/c units up, plus help blowing insulation into the attics of the cabins (the walls are already insulated). These tasks and other odds and ends need completed in May in order to welcome campers soon! Please contact the camp at 620.442.9690 for details and to schedule work day/s, anytime in May.
Seth and Kim Binford have left for their journey on the Appalachian Trail. Keep them in your prayers and and get updates on their blog at binfordadventures.wordpress.com
The community garden is getting started! Help out by donating seeds, giving money to pay for supplies and seed, or give some of your time to help them over the next few months.
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Activities will resume in the fall.
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
Before we give you the regular Week in Advance we would like to give you an update on David Smitherman’s funeral arrangements.
There will be a viewing available on Tuesday, May 1 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. The funeral will be Wednesday, May 2 at 2:00 p.m. with a graveside service following. If you wish to give to the memorials they are: Haviland Friends Church, Barclay College, and Southwind Hospice.
This Week:
The final Youth Group before summer break is here! Jr and Sr High will come together for a night at Piester’s. Plan to leave from the church at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2.
All are invited to join in a golf scramble at The Links in Pretty Prairie on Friday, May 11. Confirmation is needed if you are playing by Wednesday, May 2 with David Robinson at 316-267-0391 or drobinson@efcmaym.org. It is a 9-hole course with some challenges and will be played twice. Green fees, including riding cart and lunch barbecue, are $30 and tee time is 8:00 a.m.
The Steve Teter Memorial Golf Tournament is established to raise money for the Barclay College tuition scholarship program and will be held Saturday, May 5, at the Park Hills County Club in Pratt. The tournament is a 4 person scramble. For more information or to register contact Ray Anderson, Ed Davis, or Steve Larsh.
Registration for Sports Camp is due Saturday, May 5 with a $12 registration fee.. We are planning our first two day sports camp for K-8 on May 25-26. It will focus on basketball, soccer, cheerleading and what is means to live a faith-fueled life and how that is what can inspire us to maturity within a competitive sports atmosphere. Register online at www.havilandfriends.org under sports camp 2012
Sunday, May 6 is Graduation Sunday – remember there will be no preK-5 Sunday School and no Children’s Church.
This Sunday:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Stacie Frazier & Mallorie Ballard
18m-3yr: Lori Binford & Kaelie Kendall
3-4 yrs:
Upcoming Events:
Barclay Choir is giving a special concert on Monday, May 7 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Join us for the night in listening to melodious music.
Announcements:
Seth and Kim Binford have left for their journey on the Appalacian Trail. Keep them in your prayers and and get updates on their blog at binfordadventures.wordpress.com
With the completion of Hebrews we will be starting a new series on May 13 titled “The Red Letter Spring and Summer.”
The community garden is getting started! Help out by donating seeds, giving money to pay for supplies and seed, or give some of your time to help them over the next few months. Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
David Smitherman was promoted to glory this morning at about 9:40 am. With his passing, please be in prayer for the family as they mourn and celebrate the life of their father, husband and grandpa. David was a wonderful man of God, with a deep heart for the church and the advancement of the gospel. May the Lord continue to bless and pour out His favor upon the Smitherman family in the days and years to come.
Pastor Donnie
Funeral arrangements will be announced as they come available.
This Week:
Our Sinaloa Missions group is fundraising to go to Siete Ejidos at the end of May. Help them raise money Sunday, April 29 at a fundraiser lunch following the service.
This Sunday:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Lois Kendall & Aubrey VandenHoek
18m-3yr: Marilyn Giles & Jo Ross
3-4 yrs: Anthony & Micaiah Hughe
Upcoming Events:
The Steve Teter Memorial Golf Tournament is established to raise money for the Barclay College tuition scholarship program and will be held Saturday, May 5, at the Park Hills County Club in Pratt. The tournament is a 4 person scramble. For more information or to register contact Ray Anderson, Ed Davis, or Steve Larsh.
All are invited to join in a golf scramble at The Links in Pretty Prairie on Friday, May 11 with a tee time of 8:00 a.m. It is a 9-hole course with some challenges and will be played twice. Green fees, including riding cart and lunch barbecue, are $30. Please confirm if you are playing with David Robinson at 316-267-0391 or drobinson@efcmaym.org.
Sports Camp! We are planning our first two day sports camp for K-8 on May 25-26. It will focus on basketball, soccer, cheerleading and what is means to live a faith-fueled life and how that is what can inspire us to maturity within a competitive sports atmosphere. Registration is due Saturday, May 5 with a $12 registration fee. Register online at www.havilandfriends.org under sports camp 2012.
Announcements:
With the completion of Hebrews we will be starting a new series on May 13 titled “The Red Letter Spring and Summer.”
The community garden is getting started! Help out by donating seeds, giving money to pay for supplies and seed, or give some of your time to help them over the next few months.
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.”
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
I remember that as a boy I feared the dark. Scratch that, I fear the dark, and remember it, yet as a young boy I had this theory that I was fast enough physically to flip the light switch and get into my bed before the light turned to darkness. Did you ever do that? If you didn’t, then search for something with a little more substance and intelligence to read, but if you’re still reading, then you are a dreamer like me and realize there is more to life than than just reality.
As a child I would inherently think that if I dreamed of the impossible enough I could convince myself it was achievable. That’s how I believed I could reach my pee-stained mattress before the light dissipated into darkness at the age of five. I dreamed it enough, that I actually could see what was impossible. I had other impossible dreams too. I could sit on a gas meter on the side of my house and believe it was a 1976 Kawasaki Enduro. I could hit rocks with a broomstick into the fields of Kansas and believe I was in Royals stadium and the name on the back of my jersey read, “Brett”. I believed the cushion on the couch in our basement was Muhammed Ali and I was Sugar Ray Leonard; my intelligence in the ring, foot speed on the shag carpet, and lightning quick hands were too much for cushion, I mean Ali.
Without any proof, we believe in who we can become, right? Maybe that’s just reserved for five year olds with unusual confidence. At five we can assume the future and somehow make it present, then comes age 6, then 7, 10, 15, 30…and the ability to dream in the invisible begins to dissipate like the light and leave us in danger of settling for the mundane and average.
Why are we most alive when we are pursuing a great dream?
Why is it that we need a reason to live?
Why do we need to feel that we are in some way unique?
Why is it when we conclude that our lives don’t matter, we lose something inside of us that moves us?
As a boy I was confident in my identity. I was Donald Eugene Hinshaw, and although I didn’t really like my middle name, I was comfortable with it because it was the name my parents, who loved me, gave to me. I was confident because my parents told me frequently how much they loved me and were proud of me. If trouble came my way, their comfort eased it. If I was hungry, my mom fed me. If I was creative, they encouraged it. If I was lost, they searched for me.
I had no fears, no real struggles that couldn’t be met by their care and affection. My confidence was stout, because their love was steadfast. I knew who I was. My identity was secure in their love and care. I therefore had space to dream and believe in greater things.
In Mark chapter 8 Jesus was on a journey with His disciples to the villages of Caesarea Philippi, and while they were traveling they had a conversation about the identity of Jesus and who He was. This was critical to the purpose of humanity then, and is just as critical to you today.
He (Jesus) asked His disciples, “Who do people say that I am?” And they told him, John the Baptist; and others say, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets.” And he asked them, “But who do you say that I am?” (Mark 8:27-29)
The question Jesus was asking them is the same question you and I must ask ourselves if we are to find true confidence in our existence. This is the question required of every generation, and every generation must answer it for itself. The first question Jesus asks, ”Who do people say that I am?” only sets up the all important question, ”Who do you say that I am?” The strategic “you say” in the question is incredibly contextual to your life, identity and hope. Each new generation, in every culture, is given a “you say.” And if we get our “you say” wrong, we get everything wrong, since Jesus is the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end of all things.
When you know who Jesus is, and have given your life to Him, His Spirit is alive within you; your confidence in who you are and who you will be, are rooted in the deep thread of Jesus’ life. It’s then, that you can dream of creating, accomplishing, and becoming the person God designed you to be.
In three weeks we will start a new theme for spring and summer called the “Red Letter Spring and Summer” series. In this study we will discover who Jesus said He is in His seven “I Am” statements we find in scripture, as well as who He said we can be in the “Beattitudes.” Join us at HFC starting Sunday, May 13th for our “Red Letter Spring and Summer” series and discover through Christ’s words who you were intended to be and who you can become.
This Week:
Finals! Our bible quiz students are heading out for the final meet of the year in Friendswood, TX on April 20. Please be in prayer for them as they spend the weekend in travel and competing.
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather on Thursday, April 19 in the basement for a special meeting with Samson Retnaraj. They welcome the chance for everyone to join them for this special occasion. Light refreshments will be available.
We’ve got a potluck! Bring one of your best dishes with plenty to share for a potluck following the service on April 22.
This Sunday:
Message: The Intentional Missional Life: Wearing your Faith from the Inside Out, for the Outside In
Offertory:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Mallorie Ballard & Natalie Stewart
18m-3yr: Rhonda Hinshaw & Shayna Lingafelter
3-4 yrs: Anthony & Micaiah Hughes
Upcoming Events:
Our Sinaloa Missions group is fundraising to go to Siete Ejidos at the end of May. Help them raise money Sunday, April 29 at a fundraiser lunch.
The Steve Teter Memorial Golf Tournament is established to raise money for the Barclay College tuition scholarship program and will be held Saturday, May 5, at the Park Hills County Club in Pratt. The tournament is a 4 person scramble. For more information or to register contact Ray Anderson, Ed Davis, or Steve Larsh.
Announcements:
Remember: all Red Wheel sales packets are due. Please return your packets with all of the money and tallies completed.
The community garden is getting started! Help out by donating seeds, giving money to pay for supplies and seed, or give some of your time to help them over the next few months.
Samson Retnaraj is coming to town April 18-20. Retnaraj is a missionary in Nepal and will be visiting us. He will be joining us for the Wednesday Community meal, and will be speaking at the Leona Missionary Ladies special meeting on Thursday, April 19.
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.” Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
This Week:
Friendship Quilters’ next meeting is coming up on Tuesday, April 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Make sure to bring something for the sit-in lunch!
Stick around for the congregational meeting following the service on April 15.
Committee Meetings will move back a week due to Easter, taking place Sunday, April 15 at 6:00 p.m.
This Sunday:
Message:
Offertory:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Andrea McCarley & Judy Bertram
18m-3yr: Jamie Larsh & Lillian Hinshaw
3-4 yrs: Anthony & Micaiah Hughes
Upcoming Events:
Finals! Our bible quiz students are heading out for the final meet of the year in Friendswood, TX on April 20. Please be in prayer for them as they spend the weekend in travel and competing.
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather on Thursday, April 19 at Joyce Bryan’s home for their monthly meeting.
We’ve got a potluck! Bring one of your best dishes with plenty to share for a potluck following the service on April 22.
The Steve Teter Memorial Golf Tournament is established to raise money for the Barclay College tuition scholarship program and will be held Saturday, May 5, at the Park Hills County Club in Pratt. The tournament is a 4 person scramble. For more information or to register contact Ray Anderson, Ed Davis, or Steve Larsh.
Announcements:
The community garden is getting started! Help out by donating seeds, giving money to pay for supplies and seed, or give some of your time to help them over the next few months.
Samson Retnaraj is coming to town April 18-20. Retnaraj is a missionary in Nepal and will be visiting us. More information to come soon.
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.”
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
This Week:
Good Friday is coming and we will hold a service on Friday, April 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday Brunch! This year we will be holding an Easter Sunday Brunch, April 8 from 9:00-10:30 a.m.. We would ask that those with the last initials A-G bring fruit, H-N please bring breads, and O-Z bring casseroles. If you have any questions please contact Sheryl Schoonover.
This Sunday:
Message:
Offertory:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Gail Zook & Sam Gwin
18m-3yr: Doris Ferguson & Carol Williams
3-4 yrs: Anthony & Micaiah Hughes
Upcoming Events:
Friendship Quilters’ next meeting is coming up on Tuesday, April 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Make sure to bring something for the sit-in lunch!
Committee Meetings will move back a week due to Easter, taking place Sunday, April 15 at 6:00 p.m.
Finals! Our bible quiz students are heading out for the final meet of the year in Friendswood, TX on April 20. Please be in prayer for them as they spend the weekend in travel and competing.
We’ve got a potluck! Bring some of your best dishes for a potluck following the service on April 22.
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather on Thursday, April 19 at Joyce Bryan’s home for their monthly meeting.
Announcements:
The Steve Teter Memorial Golf Tournament is established to raise money for the Barclay College tuition scholarship program and will be held Saturday, May 5, at the Park Hills County Club in Pratt. The tournament is a 4 person scramble. For more information or to register contact Ray Anderson, Ed Davis, or Steve Larsh.
The community garden is getting started! Help out by donating seeds, giving money to pay for supplies and seed, or give some of your time to help them over the next few months.
Samson Netnaraj is coming to town April 18-20. Netnaraj is a missionary in Nepal and will be visiting us. More information to come soon.
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.”
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
This Week:
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather for their monthly meeting, Monday, March 26.
Saturday, March 31:
Help support the Bible Quiz kids at Rose Hill for their last meet before finals!
Join us for a baby shower honoring Ashley Hatton at 1:00 p.m. in the Youth Room. Ashley is registered at Babies’R’Us. Please RSVP to Shari Bryan at 317-431-9053.
We are hosting Area Rally, with meetings starting at 5:00 p.m. and a potluck meal at 6:00 p.m. Please bring a family size casserole dish; drinks and dinnerware provided.
Gather together for community worship at With Everything, held at Barclay Campus at 7:00 p.m.
This Sunday:
Message:
Offertory:
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Lori Larsh & Alice Stewart
18m-3yr: Denny & Charlotte Ross
3-4 yrs: Anthony & Micaiah Hughes
Upcoming Events:
Good Friday is coming and we will hold a service on Friday, April 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday Brunch! This year we will be holding an Easter Sunday Brunch, April 8 from 9:00-10:30 a.m.. We would ask that those with the last initials A-G bring fruit, H-N please bring breads, and O-Z bring casseroles. If you have any questions please contact Sheryl Schoonover.
Friendship Quilters’ next meeting is coming up on Tuesday, April 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Make sure to bring something for the sit-in lunch!
Committee Meetings will move back a week due to Easter, taking place Sunday, April 15 at 6:00 p.m.
We’ve got a potluck! Bring some of your best dishes for a potluck following the service on April 22.
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather on Monday, April 23 for their monthly meeting.
Announcements:
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.”
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
Lurlene Boggess (Sandy Clark’s mother) has passed away. Her funeral will be held Saturday, March 24 at 10:30 a.m. with a graveside service following. Memorials may be given to:
Friends Disaster Services in Texas, Barclay College, and Southwind Hospice
Please keep her family in your prayers as they go through this time.
I don’t “ask for it” often. I mean, I don’t “ask for it” like my mother would often suggest as a threat to my misbehavior.
“Donnie! Young man, you are really asking for it aren’t you?”
Did she really want me to answer that question? My mother was a master at getting her point across with a question that only had one logical answer; she had brilliance in mystical verbal correction.
Do you see what I am getting at? We don’t ask for trial, or a cruising for a bruising type of life, yet it seems to come so natural to our existence. I somehow allow it, as if it leads me to something deeper. Sometimes it even seems like God is ok with a measure of my personal suffering in life. I was reading a passage from Luke 22, and it reminded me of the fact that God is most glorified in us through our weakness.
[9] But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. (2 Corinthians 12:9 ESV)
In Luke 22 just following the debate of the disciples selfish concern of who is the greatest, Jesus speaks directly to Simon Peter to prove a point to all the disciples, “Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat, but I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned again, strengthen your brothers.” (Luke 22:31-32 ESV)
Jesus essentially says to all of them in this moment, “Listen to me! Satan wants you. He wants to have you, so that he can rake you over the coals, beat you down, ridicule you, test you, and drive you to break. He wants to bend you, but don’t worry I won’t let you break! I’ve got this, just trust me. I am praying for you, that the faith, which I gave you, through grace, which I also gave you, WILL NOT FAIL, and when you stand up out of the rubble, you will stand with a deeper understanding of faith, a richer sense of grace, in which you will teach others, lead others, and become all I want you to become.”
“So for now, Donnie, I am going to allow you to be sifted like wheat so that I can reveal the strength of your life, which is grace and faith. Then, you will lead.”
I don’t “ask for it” often, but maybe I should. I want the type of faith that I can confidently say to Him, ”Let the sifting begin!”
Today, Lord, I allow you to have your will with me, sift me that I might know you more.
This Week:
Join us in celebration on Saturday, March 24 at the baby shower for Tim & Heathyr Rogers. The come-and-go event is from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Youth Room. They are registered at amazon.com.
This Sunday:
Message:
Offertory: Ed Hardinger
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Mallorie Ballard & Kaelie Kendall
18m-3yr: Lori Binford & Kaitlin Ross
3-4 yrs: Volunteer
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, March 31 holds a series of events to go to. During the day there will be a Bible Quiz meet in Rose Hill. That evening is the Area Rally as well as With Everything, being held on Barclay Campus. For times and locations, please visit the calendar on our website at www.havilandfriends.org
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather for their monthly meeting, Monday, March 26.
Good Friday is coming and we will hold a service on Friday, April 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Easter Sunday Brunch! This year we will be holding an Easter Sunday Brunch, April 8 from 9:00-10:30 a.m.. We would ask that those with the last initials A-G bring fruit, H-N please bring breads, and O-Z bring casseroles. If you have any questions please contact Sheryl Schoonover.
Friendship Quilters’ next meeting is coming up on Tuesday, April 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Make sure to bring something for the sit-in lunch!
Committee Meetings will move back a week due to Easter, taking place Sunday, April 15 at 6:00 p.m.
Announcements:
Thank you so much for the prayers, words of sympathy, and food that was extended to the family – The family of Lucymae Meireis
So you know – The 2012 Men and Boys Retreat scheduled for April 27-29th has been CANCELLED for this year. This is due to schedule conflicts, fee increases and financial shortfalls, but they hope to be back in 2013.
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.”
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
This Week:
Bible Quiz students will be hosting a dinner on March 18. They will be using this opportunity to raise money for their last meet of the year in Friendswood, TX. The meal is by donation and will follow the service.
This week we have 13 students and seven adults who will be in Aguajita, Mexcio for Spring Invasion. Keep them (listed in the insert) in your prayers as they travel, share, and minister to the people of Aguajita.
There will be no Wednesday Activities on March 14 due to Spring Break.
This Sunday:
Message:
Offertory: Pam Mayo
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Stacy Frazier & Laura Gwin
18m-3yr: Jennifer Lee & Shari Bryan
3-4 yrs: Volunteer
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, March 31 holds a series of events to go to. During the day there will be a Bible Quiz meet in Rose Hill. That evening is the Area Rally as well as With Everything, being held on Barclay Campus. For times and locations, please visit celndars on our website at www.havilandfriends.org
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather for their monthly meeting, Monday, March 26.
Easter Sunday Brunch! This year we will be holding an Easter Sunday Brunch, April 8 from 9:00-10:30 a.m.. We would ask that those with the last initials A-G bring fruit, H-N please bring breads, and O-Z bring casseroles. If you have any questions please contact Sheryl Schoonover.
Announcements:
So you know – The 2012 Men and Boys Retreat scheduled for April 27-29th has been CANCELLED for this year. This is due to schedule conflicts, fee increases and financial shortfalls, but they hope to be back in 2013.
Dear Haviland Friends, What would a person do without friends and neighbors in our small town? Your many expressions of reports of prayers, your cards and phone calls during my hospital stay have been very meaningful to us. Although I am home now, I am very much home-bound until I get stronger. God bless you all and may His grace abound in your lives. With love, Esther Johnson
Join in on the March Special Offering! Leona Missionary Society is handing out calendars to raise money for a motorcycle for Adhikary in Nepal. Each day dictates how much money you give. For more information take a peek at the example on the bulletin board or get more information from Carolyn Townsend.
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.”
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
We just received word from the missions team in Mexico. They made the trip safely and have been serving all day. Matt Macy the superintendant of youth said, “your team is doing excellent and serving faithfully! What a blessing!”. Keep the prayers focused.
Isaiah 4:5-6
Blessings,
Donnie
Just got a text from Josiah and the student missions team to Mexico. They are safely at Eagle Pass Texas tonight to rest, then cross the border tomorrow. Please be in prayer for their border crossing tomorrow and praise Him for the safe trip thus far!
[21] “And as for me, this is my covenant with them,” says the LORD: “My Spirit that is upon you, and my words that I have put in your mouth, shall not depart out of your mouth, or out of the mouth of your offspring, or out of the mouth of your children’s offspring,” says the LORD, “from this time forth and forevermore.”
(Isaiah 59:21 ESV)
For the first time in my life I am afraid for our students.
I’ve never been fearful of anything involving student ministry, because I was always leading it.
I heard all the “what if”s”.
What if you play dodgeball and someone gets hit? My answer, “They should have dodged.”
What if you play can-can and someone gets their arm pulled out of socket? My answer, “We will teach our kids about the power of prayer and healing.”
What if people think our kids are too radical in their faith? My answer, ”become radical too and they won’t surprise you.”
What if you lose sight of a junior higher on the slopes while skiing? My answer, “We will need the extra room!” (that’s a joke, I didn’t say that, at least not often.)
What if our kids get in trouble for sharing their faith? My answer, “Their reward is in heaven.”
What if it’s too dangerous to go there on a missions trip? My answer, “Faith”
What if…
What if…
I will be honest with you, at times I got tired of hearing the “what if’s”. I felt I was connected with the fact that things could go wrong. I felt I had a handle on teens, I had a couple of them. I was in touch with the reality of their culture and it’s inherent dangers, their fears, and even their greatest abilities and impact on the Kingdom of God.
I felt like I had a handle on their life, because I controlled what happened at youth group. I controlled what was going on, what they were exposed to and where they were going. I calculated the risks, I prayed with great passion and power, therefore, I was confident. I wanted them to see that confidence in me.
That was when I was a youth pastor. Now, I am a pastor who is not going on the trip and life couldn’t be more different.
Today, knowing my precious daughter Lillian is going on a missions trip to Mexico, I have a different perspective, a perspective of “what if”. My faith is now having to take over. My faith is now needing to move beyond the “what if’s” that parents have been giving me for years. My faith in Him is all I have.
That last statement. My faith in Him is all I have.
Why do we say that like it’s the backup plan?
Why do we say that like it’s our last resort?
My faith in Him is all I have ever had. He has proven Himself to me over and over that He comes through. He has proven Himself in scripture and in life. And through scripture and life, he has taught me in stories that were long and short stories, years and minutes, pain and triumph, joys and sorrows, and ups and downs. The point is, He is there, always. The point is He has proven Himself to be trustworthy and faithful to His children.
So, tomorrow my daughter goes on a youth mission trip, with your daughters and sons, your children and grandchildren, and my responsibility to them is to give them everything I have. My “what if’s” become prayers of confidence and security in Him, knowing He truly is all I have, and He is all my daughter has too.
I’m not afraid for our students, because I know my God will come shining through my “what if’s”.
[21] “And as for me, this is my covenant with them,” says the LORD: “My Spirit that is upon you, and my words that I have put in your mouth, shall not depart out of your mouth, or out of the mouth of your offspring, or out of the mouth of your children’s offspring,” says the LORD, “from this time forth and forevermore.”
(Isaiah 59:21 ESV)
Pray for our youth missionaries that out of their mouth’s will come the very Spirit of God, His love and compassion, His power and protection, His hope and security. This is God’s covenant with us, therefore, this is His covenant with our children! Trust His promise and pray like you know it’s true!
Do not limit what God can do through our children and their missional hearts! I can’t wait to hear the impact they will make through Him and your prayers.
Love you all!
Pastor Donnie
ps.
tomorrow 5:15 am. in the church parking lot, come and support our student missionaries and their journey of faith to bring God’s love and power to the lost.
We will be having an on site commissioning and prayer time for the Mexico team tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 5:15 a.m. at the church. Please come and help us send them off with the Word of the Lord in their hearts.
This Week:
The Church Leadership Institute for Ministry is having another meeting on Monday, March 5 led by Adrian Halverstadt, with refreshments at 6:30 p.m. and the class starting at 7:00 p.m. Adrian will be teaching the second class on the series “The Personal Life of the Leader.”
On Friday, March 9, 2012 a free developmental screening for children ranging from birth to five years to help identify those who may have special education needs. The screening is jointly sponsored and will be held in Greensburg at the Mennonite Church, 310 W. Pennsylvania Ave between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Areas screened will be motor, concepts, communication, development, hearing, vision, health and/or nutrition. Appointments may be scheduled by calling (620) 723-2136.
Friendship Quilters are having their monthly get together on Saturday, March 10 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Remember to bring something for the sit-in lunch!
Spring Invasion, the Sr. High mission trip to Mexico, is March 10-17. Deadline has already passed but you can register online with a late fee at friendsyouth.com. Passports/passport cards are required. These can take 4-8 weeks to process; it is recommended you get on as soon as possible. Contact Josiah with questions.
This Sunday:
Message:
Offertory: Jared & Jeannie Ross
Nursery Schedule:
0-18m: Marilyn Giles & Laura Gwin
18m-3yr: Jo Ross & Marissa Kendall
3-4 yrs: Volunteer
Upcoming Events:
Bible Quiz students will be hosting a dinner on March 18. They will be using this opportunity to raise money for their last meet of the year in Friendswood, TX. The meal will follow the service and will be by donation.
Saturday, March 31 holds a series of events to go to. During the day there will be a Bible Quiz meet in Rose Hill. That evening is the Area Rally as well as With Everything, being held on Barclay Campus. For times and locations, please visit the website at www.havilandfriends.org
Leona Missionary Ladies will gather for their monthly meeting, Monday, March 26.
Announcements:
Dear Haviland Friends, What would a person do without friends and neighbors in our small town? Your many expressions of reports of prayers, your cards and phone calls during my hospital stay have been very meaningful to us. Although I am home now, I am very much home-bound until I get stronger. God bless you all and may His grace abound in your lives. With love, Esther Johnson
Join in on the March Special Offering! Leona Missionary Society is handing out calendars to raise money for a motorcycle for Adhikary in Nepal. Each day dictates how much money you give. For more information take a peek at the example on the bulletin board or get more information from Carolyn Townsend.
There is NO Bible Quiz Practice this Sunday, March 11.
There will be no Wednesday Activities on March 14 due to Spring Break.
Weekend to Remember – Marriage Getaway is an event focused on helping couples strengthen the foundation of marriage. There are multiple dates and locations through June. Pick up a brochure at the guest services table or find more at www.familylife.com If you would like to sponsor a couple to attend a session, please earmark the offering “Weekend to Remember.”
Worship Schedule
Sunday
Group Life 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School | Community Groups 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.
Nursery is provided for children ages 0-3.
Children’s Church is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Morning Services are broadcast live on the Website by clicking the HFC “LIVE” link on the welcome page
Wednesday | The Blend
Wednesday Meal – 5:30-6:15 p.m.
Faith Weaver Friends – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Jr. High Youth Group – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Women’s Bible Study – 6:15-7:45 p.m.
Sr. High Youth Group – 8:00-9:30 p.m.
Refer to havilandfriends.org for an activities calendar.
Staff
Donnie Hinshaw Lead Pastor
Josiah Williams Pastor of Student Ministries
KC Lingafelter Children’s Ministry Director
Joe Schoonover Church Clerk
Lori Binford Treasurer
Audrey Wade Administrative Assistant
Haviland Friends Church
205 N Kingman PO Box 246 | Haviland, KS 67059 | 620-862-5258 hfcoffice@havilandfriends.org | www.havilandfriends.org
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