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712 S. Columbia Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74104
918.592.5800
Church Office Hours:
Mon - Th, 9 am - 3 pm
Closed on Fridays
Rev. Freeman works
from home on Mondays.
Worship Schedule:
11:00 am Sundays
Worship services have resumed in the sanctuary.
Services are also live streamed.
Church Email:
collegehilltulsa@gmail.com
Pastor Email:
revtoddfreeman@cox.net
Website:
www.collegehilltulsa.org
YouTube Channel:
College Hill Presbyterian Church Tulsa
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March 17, 2025
Celebrating 17 years
as Pastor at College Hill!
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In March we welcome the season of Lent.
The word “lent” means “springtime”, from an older word meaning “lengthen” – as in longer daylight hours. This is indeed the time of year when we notice new birth and new growth. This metaphor is meant to encourage and lead us into a time of transformation – of spiritual growth, renewal, and rebirth, for you and for us as a community of faith.
During this 40-day season, it is my hope that you and I will take an honest, in-depth look at our personal and congregational journey of faith.
Lent, however, isn’t just a time of self-denial (the emphasis with which many of us grew up), but rather a time to do whatever works best for you in order to return to the ways of God, and a recognition of God’s Presence in your life. It is my prayer that you will experience more fully God’s love, grace, and acceptance.
The theme this year is, “Everywhere [in] Between: A Lenten Series in Luke's Gospel.”
"This series is an invitation to navigate the polarities in our lives with more faith, intention, and openness to be transformed. Each weekly sub-theme explores two supposed binaries, like “faith & works” or “rest & growth,” or “grief & hope.” We often consider these ideas to be opposing. However, as we explore these concepts within the scriptures, we find nuance and complexity. We find that these dichotomies are false. We might begin to see a full spectrum instead of black and white. We might find that God is present in between."
So, let us focus on a healthy and meaningful spiritual life, a life that experiences a connection with the Sacred/Divine in our midst and within ourselves.
Blessings, Rev. Todd
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Polly Kelly
November 23, 1938 ~ February 12, 2025
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Polly's Legacy
at College Hill
Polly Kelly gifted us with two Joys while at College Hill. The first was ‘the way she enriched our lives’, as Rev. Gordon Edwards so eloquently put it. We learned to appreciate, then admire, and for myself-also envy the depth of Polly's humanity.
The second was of course her daughter Joy. Joy not only inherited Polly's beautiful singing voice-but her humility, gentleness, and compassion as well.
Polly is no longer with us physically, but is still with us spiritually. We will continue to feel Polly's presence every time we interact with Joy!
Friends are the Flowers in the Garden of Life, and Polly Kelly brought that type of beauty to one and all at College Hill. Enrich our lives? She did indeed!
A Friend
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Cade & Paige Colburn
and their children
Edie and Hollis
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Sweet Valentine (buh, buh, buh)
We had a sweet time decorating all the sugar cookies that were so lovingly made by many of you! Folks made tasty and beautiful edible works of art. The neon pink frosting was a smashing success and who doesn’t love a pound or two of holiday sprinkles.
“Good times never tasted so good!”
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Cleaning up and organizing
the Nursery
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Special Thanks to all who helped with the Nursery Work Day in February. So much was accomplished in the time we had! The nursery is now organized and all the toys are clean!
Nursery volunteers needed: With two of our most faithful volunteers (Nancy and Susan) traveling much of the spring, we would like to have a rotation of volunteers to help Wyneth each week. Please contact Betsy or Sue Haskins if you might be available.
Also, if you are interested in helping update the nursery space, please click the button below to view our Nursery Wishlist on Amazon:
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Musical Performance for
Rev. Todd's 17th Anniversary
Sunday, March 16
during worship
The congregation will have the opportunity to hear a musical first! In celebration of Pastor Todd’s 17th year at College Hill, he has commissioned TU professor Joshua Lowery to create an arrangement of the Brahms Concerto No. 2 for cello and organ.
The first ever performance of this arrangement, played by Diane Bucchianeri, cello, and Mike Gibson, organ, will be a wonderful musical experience to share. Oh, and what a nice reason to invite a friend to worship!
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COLLEGE HILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC
Dr. Kim J. Childs, Director of Music
Mike Gibson, Organist
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SUNDAY MORNING MUSIC OFFERINGS
March 2025
The Chancel Choir of College Hill Presbyterian Church rehearses Wednesdays at 7:00 pm in the second story choral room (next to the church office) for singing, fellowship and fun!
BELLissimo Handbell Ensemble of College Hill Presbyterian Church rehearses Wednesdays at 6:00 pm in the third floor (Sunflower Room).
If you would like to sing with the Chancel Choir, or are interested in joining our Handbell Choir, (permanent member or substitute), we always welcome new members!
Please (click name to) contact our
Director of Music, Kim Childs,
or call him at 918-230-2770
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March 2 ~ Go Up to the Mountain of God Michael Helman
Chancel Choir
March 9 ~ On Eagle's Wings - Michael Joncas
Diane Bucchianeri, Cello
Chancel Choir
March 16 ~ Wondrous Love - Arr. Alice Parker
Chancel Choir
March 23 ~ Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley - Arr. Hal Hopson
Chancel Choir
March 30 ~ Just As I Am - Richard DeLong
Chancel Choir
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Day Center Meal
March 22
Homemade cookies always welcome!
Contact Caroline Johnson at 918-629-2882.
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Joy/Concern Prayer Requests:
Please submit your requests for prayers of joy or concern in the bowl in the Narthex.
Prayer requests are now being shared during Sunday Worship!
Also, please reach out to Jan Swafford, Congregational Care Ministry Team Moderator, any team member, or Rev. Todd with needs and concerns.
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2025
Birthday Endowment Fund
A meaningful way to celebrate this year's Birthday, is to donate an amount equal to your age to the Endowment Fund.
This donation is also a wonderful way to honor others such as children, grandchildren and friends and allows the church to have funds available for special projects.
Checks can be made payable to College Hill and marked "Birthday Fund" on the memo portion of the check.
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1 - Lilly Ann Patterson
4 - Adelyn Bostic
6 - Charlene Bandurski
7 - Alix Featherston
7 - Trisha Alexander
8 - Judy Pacenza-Bloss
11 - Mark Buchner
11 - Barry Hensley
15 - Becky Doyle
18 - Carolyn Elder
18 - Donna Wood
21 - Allison Campbell
21 - Sam West
23 - Deborah Shallcross
24 - Anders Olson
26 - Clay Finckward
29 - Carter Bostic
Remember the
Birthday Endowment Fund!
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Ash Wednesday Service and Monastic Soup Supper
Wednesday, March 5
6:00 pm
Monastic Soup Supper
with contemplative readings in Fellowship Hall
6:30 pm
Service of the Imposition of Ashes
held in the Sanctuary
Please try to make time to bring the children in your care to this service, so that they may join in our traditions of worship throughout the year in times of quiet reverence, as well as joyful praise (Easter), and to help reinforce that all their emotions are valid and have a place in our community.
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Diapers to Depends Collection
this Sunday, March 2
This year's Diapers to Depends collection is from all three Oklahoma presbyteries, sponsored by Oklahoma Presbyterians In MIssion Together. All donations will stay local.
The congregation will determine the recipient(s).
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1st Sunday Food Collection
for
Kendall Whittier, Inc.
Emergency Food Pantry
Sunday, March 2
The KWI Food Pantry currently has an immediate need for boxed breakfast cereal (Cheerios, Corn Flakes, or other less sweet cereals are preferred) and 1-2 lb. bags of rice.
Bagged rice and canned and nonperishable food items are always welcome, so feel free to bring donations to the church at any time, and we will distribute.
Cash donations are also
accepted and appreciated!
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Luncheon Club
Thursday, March 20 11:30 am
We will meet in Fellowship Hall for a Potluck lunch. The sign up sheet is located outside the kitchen door.
Please plan to attend this gathering of great food, fun and fellowship!
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Acolyte Training
Sunday, March 9 after worship
Acolytes play a crucial role in worship each week. Why do we have Acolytes? What are they actually doing? Why is being an Acolyte an important part of worship?
Kids ages 5-18 are invited to attend Acolyte Training after worship, Sunday, the 9th. (Parents are encouraged to attend with their children.) This short, but important session will help kids understand how they can be a part of our worship tradition.
Worship Connection
To help children gain an understanding of the church as community, we will be collecting an offering during Worship Connection each Sunday. When children attend Worship Connection, they are connecting with their faith journey in engaging and age appropriate ways. However, children miss the important ritual of people supporting the church with their financial contributions. The Worship Connection offering will eventually be used to support a cause the children select such as Heiffer Project, the
KWI Food Pantry, or our own Blessing Box.
Children’s Education Ministry
Welcome new Session Ministry Team Moderator, Charlotte Burton, to lead our ministry. We are looking for folks who would be willing to meet occasionally to direct the goals and work of this ministry. If you are interested, please contact our Director of Family & Children Ministry,
Betsy Guyer or Charlotte.
CHPC Children’s Library
Please enjoy a few selections from our library on display in the Fellowship Hall. The full library is on the 2nd floor in the Worship Connection room. All books are available to check out and enjoy.
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LENT - Important Dates:
March 5, 2025 ~ Ash Wednesday
Please try to make time to bring the children in your care to the Ash Wednesday service. Some may wonder if this service is appropriate for children. We believe that helping kids to understand our traditions of worship throughout the year is important. Getting to see the congregation worship in times of quiet reverence as well as joyful praise (Easter) help children to know that all their emotions are valid and have a place in our community.
April 13, 2025 ~ Palm Sunday
Children of all ages are invited to join in the celebration of Jesus entering Jerusalem with the Palm Parade.
April 20, 2025 ~ Easter Sunday
Families are invited to stay for a bit after the joyful worship service for an Easter Egg Hunt. There will be specific eggs for peanut free kids. Please watch for Adopt-A-Dozen baggies. Adopt a dozen plastic eggs, fill with individually wrapped candies or small tokens like erasers or stickers, return to the church by Wed. April 16.
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Save the Date!
Multigenerational Vacation Church School
2025
June 1 ~ 8
“JUST LIKE ME: digging in and growing deep”
Sunday, June 1
June 3-5 Evening with Meals
Sunday, June 8
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Book Study Group
Thursday, April 3
6:30 pm
Your God Is Too Small:
A Guide for Believers and Skeptics Alike
by J. B. Phillips
The group meets at the home of Sue Haskins. If you are interested in learning more about this fun group, please contact Sue.
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Bread Sales to Benefit
Afghan Family
The College Hill Afghan Family Support Team is selling Afghan flat bread and Bolani bread (vegetable stuffed Afghan flat bread) in the Fellowship Hall after worship.Please specify if you'd like plain flat bread or Bolani.
Bread orders are taken the second Sunday of the month. Proceeds from sales are designated to help the Momand Family of eight, in which the father is the sole income provider. One hundred percent of the proceeds (and any donations) go back to this family. Please contact Jennifer Campbell at 918.277.9956 for more information.
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Flower Chart
Sign Up
If you would like to bring flowers to decorate the sanctuary for an upcoming worship service, please sign up on the Flower Chart on the bulletin board in Fellowship Hall.
There are many open dates available for the new year. Your dedication will also be announced in the worship bulletin.
Flowers can be purchased from any store or brought from home. Please bring them in two containers the morning of the service for which you have signed up.
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College Hill's
Blessing Box
You have seen the beautiful Blessing Box in the west garden, between the sanctuary and parking lot.
This is beautiful in two ways: the construction and design, but also the blessing it gives to those in need who pass by the church. With the box, they can slate their hunger, quench their thirst, wash, combat headaches, etc.
You have been generous supplying that box, but we are down to two weeks supply. If you are able, we could use individual packets of non-perishable food, small drink containers, hygiene products like soap, sanitizer, women's products, and the like. There will be an ongoing need for these items, so please donate whenever possible. Items can be placed in the Blessing Box closet in Fellowship Hall.
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We have added to our weekly bulletins
and newsletters a new
QR Code
that will take people to the Donation page of our church website. Studies show how important this method of donating has become, especially for younger generations.
The code can be used for "Pledges or General Donations" to our operating budget, or for "Special Donations" which can be designated to occasional special collections taken throughout the year.
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