Update from Pastor Darrel

Sing praise to the LORD, you His godly ones, And give thanks to His holy name. For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for a lifetime; Weeping may last for the night, But a shout of joy comes in the morning. – Psalm 30:4-5 (NASB) 


Blessed New Beginnings

King David had blown it. He became proud and God humbled him. His sinful pride affected the entire kingdom, but God brought redemption and new beginnings. David saw God exchange his death for life, his night for morning, his pride for humility, and his mourning for dancing. Bless God! 


Operation Christmas Child – One More Week!

All OCC boxes will be due next Sunday, November 24. Let me encourage you to pack a box or pay for one online. It is an amazing Christmas gift that also gives THE gift of Christmas – Jesus! 


Annual Thanksgiving Meal is Next Sunday

Our annual church-wide Thanksgiving meal is next Sunday. The church will supply turkey, ham, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, and drinks. Members bring sides, desserts, and a friend! 


Coming in December

  • Saturday, December 7 – Annual Christmas parade, downtown Hillsboro. We will need help with constructing the float and we will need some riders and “candy tossers.” 
  • Sunday, December 15 – Annual Live Nativity and Christmas musical. The choir is working with others in our community on a great Christmas program. We will need help with Live Nativity. Sign up in the foyer. Thanks!

Search Committee Updates

Both our youth and music search committees are continuing to pray and wait patiently for qualified resumes. Continue to keep them in your prayers and keep your eyes and ears open for God’s leadership in this process. 

Meanwhile, we thank God for Dr. Marshall, our choir and band for their dedication to leading us in worship! Also, we are thankful for Mae McBride, Connie Wilson, Kristi Hutter, Dayna Marshall, Greg Schulz and others who have stepped up to lead in our youth and children’s areas. Give thanks! 


Think About It “A man can no more take in a supply of grace for the future than he can eat enough today to last him for the next 6 months, nor can he inhale sufficient air into his lungs with one breath to sustain life for a week to come. We are permitted to draw upon God’s store of grace from day to day as we need it.” – Dwight L. Moody



See November 17 bulletin