October 26th 2025 Announcements

• October is Pastor Appreciation Month.  This season is a special time to honor those who minister to us and celebrate the impact they make on our lives. Consicer how you can use your personal gifts, talents, resources and words of encouragement to say "Thank you!" to Pastor Mike!

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you have already attended a membership class and are interested in pursuing HEFC Membership.  Elder interviews must be completed by Nov 7th.

• The MO team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach.  All ages are welcome to help pack lunches Friday, November 7th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room.  Saturday, November 8th an adult carpool will meet at the church at 11:00am to distribute the lunches and return about 3pm.  Donations are welcome and should be brought to the green church drop box in the Gathering Room by Thursday the 6th:  

  Daily essentials like tooth brushes, paste, wipes etc. 

  Granola bars, beef jerky, chips, bread, cookies, water. 

  New or gently used: Hats, gloves, blankets, socks, sweaters or jackets. 

   (Ham, turkey or cheese not needed as we have more than enough)  

  Monetary gifts can be placed in the offering box with Missions & Outreach on the memo line (or envelope). Direct questions to Ann B or Memo A

• 26 Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes left the building last Sunday.  What a great start!  Through Operation Christmas Child, our church has the opportunity to bring the gospel to the unreached.  Each box at church has labels and information inside about what to pack and NOT pack.  There are also adhesive labels at church if you wish to follow your box.  Please do not tape your boxes shut.  Rubber bands are available at church.  Following the guidelines for gifts makes it easier to get all the boxes through customs in various countries.

• Save the date for the November Business Meeting and Fellowship Meal on Sunday, November 23rd.

October 19th 2025 Announcements

• October is Pastor Appreciation Month.  This season is a special time to honor those who minister to us and celebrate the impact they make on our lives. Be thinking about how you can use your personal gifts, talents, resources and words of encouragement to say "Thank you!" to Pastor Mike!

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes that will be held after the worship service on October 26.

• Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes will be available on Sunday, October 19.  Last year we sent 67 boxes!  232 million shoeboxes were delivered since 1993 which equals 232 million Gospel opportunities through Samaritan's Purse.  Please consider being a part of filling shoeboxes this year.  We will be collecting filled boxes on Nov 16.

October 12th 2025 Announcements

• October is Pastor Appreciation Month.  This season is a special time to honor those who minister to us and celebrate the impact they make on our lives. Be thinking about how you can use your personal gifts, talents, resources and words of encouragement to say "Thank you!" to Pastor Mike!

• The MO team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach.  All ages are welcome to help pack lunches on Friday, October 17th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room.  Saturday, September 18th an adult carpool will meet at the church at 11:00am to distribute the lunches and return about 3pm.  Donations for food items are welcome: Protein bars, cookies, yogurt, chips, sliced ham or turkey.  Monetary gifts can be placed in the offering box with Missions & Outreach on the memo line (or envelope). Direct questions to Ann B or Memo.

• Ladies are invited to come to a Craft & Create Weekend on October 17 & 18 in the Worship Center for fellowship and encouragement in your faith as we get creative!  Friday 6pm-10pm and Saturday 9am-5pm. Please bring your own beverage, a snack to share, money for lunch on Saturday, and your own project(s) to work on.  (Cutting mat, iron & ironing board will be available).  Contact Carrie S to reserve a spot.  Feel free to invite a friend!  Come when you can, leave when you must!

• Join the Elders for our Monthly Prayer Time on Sunday, October 19 after the worship service in the Youth Room.  We will pray for our church, our community, and our country on the 3rd Sunday of each month.

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes. Tentative date is October 26.

October 5th 2025 Announcements

• The church office will be closed on Tuesday, Oct 7th as Pastor Mike attends a conference.

• 10 volunteers are needed to help with the HAY lunch from 10:00am - 1:00pm on Thursday, October 9th. Contact Dede H if you can help by making sandwiches, setting up the serving area and serving food to the high school students.

• October is Pastor Appreciation Month.  This season is a special time to honor those who minister to us and celebrate the impact they make on our lives. Be thinking about how you can use your personal gifts, talents, resources and words of encouragement to say "Thank you!" to Pastor Mike!

• The Common Cup Coat Drive has begun.  Collecting new and gently used coats, snowpants, hats, mittens and boots.  Sizes needed most are boys 7-12 and 2X and 3X men's and women's coats. Items can be brought to the HEFC foyer by Oct 12th. They are also looking for volunteers for set up at Bethlehem United Methodist Mon 10/13 starting at 9:30am and for distribution Wed 10/15 8:30 - 11:00 or 11:00 - 1:30.

• Missions Update:

  HEFC supports Mikayla and Zach Goscha, as they serve with Global Outreach in Austria. New information about their Austria English Camps July 2026 has been posted and brochures are available.

• The MO team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach.  All ages are welcome to help pack lunches on Friday, October 17th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room.  Saturday, September 18th an adult carpool will meet at the church at 11:00am to distribute the lunches and return about 3pm.  Donations for food items are welcome: Protein bars, cookies, yogurt, chips, sliced ham or turkey.  Monetary gifts can be placed in the offering box with Missions & Outreach on the memo line (or envelope). Direct questions to Ann B or Memo.

• Ladies are invited to come to a Craft & Create Weekend on October 17 & 18 in the Worship Center for fellowship and encouragement in your faith as we get creative!  Friday 6pm-10pm and Saturday 9am-5pm. Please bring your own beverage, a snack to share, money for lunch on Saturday, and your own project(s) to work on.  (Cutting mat, iron & ironing board will be available).  Contact Carrie S to reserve a spot.  Feel free to invite a friend!  Come when you can, leave when you must!

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes. Tentative date is October 26.

September 28th 2025 Announcements

• HEFC Members please check your email for a Nomination Letter from the Elders.  Nominations for 2026 leadership roles are due Oct 5th and will be voted on at the November 23rd Business Meeting.  Paper copies are available upon request.

• 10 volunteers are needed to help with the HAY lunch from 10:00am - 1:00pm on Thursday, October 9th. Contact Dede H if you can help by making sandwiches, setting up the serving area and serving food to the high school students.

• The Common Cup Coat Drive has begun.  Collecting new and gently used coats, snowpants, hats, mittens and boots.  Sizes needed most are boys 7-12 and 2X and 3X men's and women's coats. Items can be brought to the HEFC foyer by Oct 12th. They are also looking for volunteers for set up at Bethlehem United Methodist Mon 10/13 starting at 9:30am and for distribution Wed 10/15 8:30 - 11:00 or 11:00 - 1:30.

• The MO team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach.  All ages are welcome to help pack lunches on Friday, October 17th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room.  Saturday, September 18th an adult carpool will meet at the church at 11:00am to distribute the lunches and return about 3pm.  Donations for food items are welcome: Protein bars, cookies, yogurt, chips, sliced ham or turkey.  Monetary gifts can be placed in the offering box with Missions & Outreach on the memo line (or envelope). Direct questions to Ann B or Memo .

• Ladies are invited to come to a Craft & Create Weekend on October 17 & 18 in the Worship Center for fellowship and encouragement in your faith as we get creative!  Friday 6pm-10pm and Saturday 9am-5pm. Please bring your own beverage, a snack to share, money for lunch on Saturday, and your own project(s) to work on.  (Cutting mat, iron & ironing board will be available).  Contact Carrie S to reserve a spot.  Feel free to invite a friend!  Come when you can, leave when you must!

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes so dates can be arranged for this fall.

September 21st 2025 Announcements

• There are flyers available for Fall Small Groups in the Worship Center and church office.  Feel free to pick one up and reach out to the contact person for more details if there is a group you would like to join.

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes so dates can be arranged for this fall.

• The Common Cup Coat Drive has begun.  Collecting new and gently used coats, snowpants, hats, mittens and boots.  Sizes needed most are boys 7-12 and 2X and 3X men's and women's coats. Items can be brought to the HEFC foyer by Oct 12th.

September 7th 2025 Announcements

• The Missions & Outreach team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach on Saturday, September 13th with a carpool meeting at the church at 11:00am.  Lunches will be packed on Friday, September 12th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room. Donations for food items are welcome: Protein bars, cookies, yogurt, chips, sliced ham or turkey.  Monetary gifts can be placed in the offering box with Missions & Outreach on the memo line (or envelope). Direct questions to Ann B or Memo.

• Please join us for a Baby Shower honoring Jennifer S on Sunday, September 14th 2-4pm in the Gathering Room.  Jennifer's wish list includes: Baby wipes and Amazon or Walmart Gift Cards (already have enough diapers and clothes).  Volunteers are needed to help with the shower: Desserts, a Devotion and Decorations. Call or text Char S.

• We will continue to have Outdoor Greeters for the month of September.  Looking for an individual, a couple or even a family to greet on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:05. Sign up sheet is located on the offering table.

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes so dates can be arranged for this fall.

August 31st 2025 Announcements

• Reminder: HEFC collects granola bars year round for the Common Cup Weekend Food Program.  Please place donations in the designated bin in the Worship Center foyer.

• The Saturday Morning Men's Group meets on the first Saturday of the month for breakfast/fellowship/prayer/study 7-9am in the Gathering Room.  They will start a new study in 1 Peter on September 6th.

• Join us for our Involvement Sunday and Fellowship Meal on Sunday, September 7th!  Learn about our HEFC Ministries, volunteer opportunities and small groups.  Sign up on the clipboard for an item to share at our meal after the service.

• We will continue to have Outdoor Greeters for the month of September.  Looking for an individual, a couple or even a family to greet on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:05. Sign up sheet is located on the offering table.

• The MO team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach on September 13th with a carpool meeting at the church at 11:00am.  Lunches will be packed on Friday, September 12th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room.

• Please join us for a Baby Shower honoring Jennifer S on Sunday, September 14th 2-4pm in the Gathering Room.  Jennifer's wishlist includes: Baby wipes and Amazon or Walmart Gift Cards (already have enough diapers and clothes).  Volunteers are needed to help with the shower: Desserts, a Devotion and Decorations. Call or text Char S.

• A Women's Bible Study will be starting October 1st on Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 in Fireside West.  Jen Wilkin's study "God of Covenant" on Genesis 12-50 will be used.  Book cost is $25.  Please contact Felice Z if you plan to participate so materials can be ordered.

• Please contact the church office or Pastor Mike if you are interested in HEFC Membership Classes so dates can be arranged for this fall.

• Copies of Our Daily Bread devotionals for September/October/November are available in the Worship Center foyer or church office.

August 24th 2025 Announcements

• Anyone interested in starting or planning to resume a small group this fall please contact Jason S our Christian Education DTL or the church office.

• The Saturday Morning Men's Group meets on the first Saturday of the month for breakfast/fellowship/prayer/study 7-9am in the Gathering Room.  They will start a new study in 1 Peter on September 6th.

• Join us for our Involvement Sunday and Fellowship Meal on Sunday, September 7th!  Learn about our HEFC Ministries, volunteer opportunities and small groups.  Sign up on the clipboard for an item to share at our meal after the service.

• Outdoor Greeters:
  Thank you to those that signed up to be outdoor greeters in August.  

  We are going to continue to have a sign up sheet for the month of September.

  Looking for an individual, a couple or even a family to greet on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:05.

  Sign up Sheet will be on the offering table.

  Thank-you for your willingness to serve.

• The MO team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach on September 13th with a carpool meeting at the church at 11:00am.  Lunches will be packed on Friday, September 12th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room.

• Copies of Our Daily Bread devotionals for September/October/November are available in the Worship Center foyer or church office.

August 17th 2025 Announcements

• Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the Ministry Mapping Survey. Please continue to pray for wisdom and insight as the results are tabulated. Also pray for our leaders and our church family to discern what the Lord desires to show us through this process in the coming weeks as the results are shared.

• Anyone interested in starting or planning to resume a small group this fall please contact Jason S our Christian Education Deacon Team Leader or the church office.

• Save the date for our Involvement Sunday and Fellowship Meal on Sunday, September 7th!

• The MO team is planning another Minneapolis Outreach on September 13th with a carpool meeting at the church at 11:00am.  Lunches will be packed on Friday, September 12th 6:00-9:00pm in the Gathering Room.