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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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As a Commissioner from Eastern Oklahoma Presbytery to the Synod of the Sun, I traveled to El Paso, Texas, for the annual Assembly the last week in August.
We learned a LOT about border ministry, including the work done by Tres Rios Presbytery.
The photo above was taken at a cathedral in Juarez, Mexico, when several of us took a short walking tour. I'm glad to report it was quite uneventful in that we saw no migrants or any unusual activity besides daily life.
Earlier in the month I was able to spend four days at a Pastor's Wilderness Retreat at White Rock Mountain state park in Arkansas. Lots of hiking as well as time to read and rest!
October was filled with church activities and special events. They included our Fall Retreat, World Communion Sunday, Tulsa Pride Parade, No Kings Rally, Work Day, and Pizza & Pumpkins. Lots of good photos in the life of the church in this newsletter.
CONGRATULATIONS to our newly elected Ruling Elder Class of 2028
Cade Colburn
Jennifer Campbell
Mike Gibson
Marilyn Hill
And to Jim Campbell who was elected to a 3-year term on our congregation's Nominating Committee.
Blessings, Rev. Todd
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Commitment Sunday
November 9
Letters were recently sent out to the congregation, with information about our 2026 Stewardship Campaign.
When completing your pledge card, we ask that you please take your pledge into prayerful consideration when determining your estimate of giving for next year. Thank you for your generous commitment to the work of Jesus Christ through this church.
Please bring your completed pledge card with you to church on Commitment Sunday, as we gather together in worship, or you may drop it off or mail it to the church office. If needed, blank pledge cards are available on the information table in the Narthex.
The 2026 Proposed Budget is linked below. If you have any questions concerning the budget, please contact our Finance & Stewardship Ministry Team Moderator, Johnna Thurston.
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Congratulations newly-elected
Ruling Elders
Congregational Meeting
on October 26, 2025
Class of 2028
Jennifer Campbell
Cade Colburn
Mike Gibson
Marilyn Hill
Elected to the Nominating Committee
Jim Campbell
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Luncheon Club
Thursday, November 20
11:30 am
Luncheon Club meets the third Thursday of each month and will meet in Fellowship Hall for a Potluck lunch.
This month we're welcoming Rusty Johnson, Caroline Johnson’s husband. He is an incredible wood carver and will be talking about the process of creating his art.
Please plan to join us for great food, fun and fellowship!
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Day Center for the Homeless Meal
Saturday, November 22
If you would like to help serve or provide homemade cookies, please text Caroline Johnson at 918-629-2882.
Thanks to the extraordinary team who helped serve our September dinner at the Day Center:
Fritha & Patrick Ohlson, Robin Stroup, Charlotte Burton, Mark & Johnna Thurston + Tvly, Rusty Johnson + Juniper!
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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. Preorders are preferred by the Saturday afternoon prior.
Bread sales are on 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 to preorder!
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Book Study Group
Thursday, November 18
6:30 pm
Miracles and Wonder, the Historical Mystery of Jesus
by Elaine Pagels
Our latest read by Elaine Pagels, a renowned National Book Award–winning scholar, offers an extraordinary new account of the life of Jesus that explores the mystery of how a poor young man inspired a religion that reshaped the world.
We will discuss the 1st half of our latest read.The group meets at the home of Sue Haskins. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Sue.
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2 - Quinn Featherston
3 - Maise Stagner-Speer
4 - Ruby Oldham
8 - Paul Hartman
9 - Sara McCullough
9 - Emily Gamel
10 - Christy Lyke
10 - Clyde Griffith
10 - Paige Colburn
12 - Gretchen Hannefield
13 - Sally Gammie
14 - Vicki Jordan
14 - Rebecca Howard
14 - Alexia Medlock
15 - Vivian Zerger
18 - Matt Schone
18 - Adrienne Williams
24 - Steven Bostic
24 - Lori Decter Wright
26 - Todd Smith-Redding
29 - Jamie McCullough
29 - Gay Miller
30 - Gabrielle Porter
Remember the
Birthday Endowment Fund!
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Farewell Reception for
Mike & Kathy
Sunday, November 2 after worship
After 48 years as members of College Hill, Mike & Kathy Evanson are moving out of state to be closer to family.
Please join us after worship in Fellowship Hall for cake and to tell them goodbye, share memories and bid them Godspeed.
| Harold E. Hill Lecture Series 2025 | |
Saturday, November 8
7:00 pm in the sanctuary
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Speaker: Brian McLaren
Author of "Faith After Doubt"
Brian D. McLaren is an author, speaker,
activist, and public theologian. A former
college English teacher and pastor, he is a
passionate advocate for “a new kind of
Christianity” – just, generous, and working
with people of all faiths for the common
good. He is Dean of Faculty for the Center for
Action and Contemplation, and a podcaster
with Learning How to See. He is a co-host
of Southern Lights.
His newest books are:
Faith After Doubt (January 2021)
Do I Stay Christian? (May 2022)
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a
World Falling Apart (2024)
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Celtic Circle Gathering
Tuesday, November 4
6:30 pm
Our Samhain gathering will be held at the home of Gini Fox, who has offered to host this event.
We will celebrate the Celtic New Year and remember ancestors and others who have gone before.
Please contact Mark Miller if you are interested in learning more abut this group.
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C is for Christmas!
Jump into Advent with your church family!
Sunday, November 30, after worship
All things beloved at this very special time of year!
Chili Cook-off: please bring your personal favorite batch of chili for tasting. The group will vote on a Champion.
Cookies: if you don’t want to bring chili, please sweeten the pot with a batch of Christmas cookies to share!
Crafts: There will be Christmas crafts to help you get your creative festivities rolling.
Community: celebrate the start of Advent with your College Hill family.
Children’s Christmas Eve Pageant:
All children are invited to join in the creation of the Nativity on Christmas Eve. No practice time needed. Please plan to arrive at church a little early to get a part in the scene and a costume. We will need shepherds, Angels, Mary, Joseph, a few animals, a star. Help us bring the story to life! We are asking for a few children, who can commit to some practice time, to be readers. Please let Betsy know if your child would like to be a reader.
Children are asked to make a JOYFUL NOISE to the Lord on Sunday, December 21, 2025 during worship. We will have a few short practices on Sundays leading up to the 21st. Many voices make beautiful music. Schedule coming soon.
Worship Connection:
The theme for the first 3 weeks of November is “Listening For God.” Through stories from the Old Testament we will explore God’s plan for diversity, how God was and is involved in the lives of God’s people, how God gives us guidance to help us journey together, and most importantly to remember to love God with all our breath, all our being and all our action.
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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
November 2025
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November 2 ~ Come Follow Me
Lisa Wagner, Flute
CHANCEL CHOIR
November 9 ~ Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
J.S. Bach
CHANCEL CHOIR
November 16 ~ Make a Joyful Noise
Arr. Taylor Davis
CHANCEL CHOIR
November 23~ God is Our Refuge and Strength
CHANCEL CHOIR
Chaconne
Enter With Joy
BELLISSIMO Handbells
November 30 ~ E'en So Lord, Jesus Quickly Come
Please (click name to) contact our
Director of Music, Kim Childs,
or call him at 918-230-2770
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CHANCEL CHOIR
The Chancel Choir of College Hill Presbyterian Church rehearses Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the second story choral room (next to the church office) for singing, fellowship and fun! If you would like to sing with the Chancel Choir this fall, we are welcoming new members. Please contact Kim Childs.
BELLISSIMO RINGERS
BELLissimo Handbell Ensemble of College Hill Presbyterian Church rehearses Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. on the third floor (Sunshine Room). If you are interested in playing in this fun ensemble (permanent member or substitute) this fall, please contact Director of Music for more information. Please contact Kim Childs.
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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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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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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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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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1st Sunday Food Collection
for
Kendall Whittier, Inc.
Emergency Food Pantry
Sunday, November 2
Our First Sunday Food Collection will go to the Kendall Whittier, Inc. Emergency Food Pantry.
Immediate needs currently are canned protein items, such as tuna, chicken, beef, pork and peanut butter. Please feel free to bring donations to the church at any time.
Cash donations are always
welcome and appreciated.
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