January 3, 2020
SERVICE TIMES THIS SUNDAY
Tapping into Abundant Life

8:00 am Traditional Service
9:30 am Adult Education
10:30 am Celebration Service
ADULT EDUCATION
Sundays, 9:30 am, Fellowship Hall

Jan 5 2020 Vision: Charting a Path For Growth in the New Year
 
Jan 12 Shepherd of the Hills Family Matters: Keeping our Household of Faith Working Together

9:15 Presentation of the 2020 Budget (Larry Mayhew)
9:30 Sunday Servant Orientation and Training for greeters, ushers, peace team and those that provide medical assistance. All are welcome.
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays, 7:30 am
Fellowship Ha ll
Join us each Wednesday in the Fellowship Hall at 7:30 am, as we study the scripture for the coming Sunday. Questions, please contact Roger Miller. Bring a friend.
2nd SUNDAY SOCIAL
We are looking for host homes for the 2nd Sunday Socials in January and February. If you would like to open your home, please email Lloyd@tarrs.com for more information and to select a date.
UPDATED DIRECTORY
We are updating our church directory. Please send us a picture of yourself(s) either by email to Julia@sothaz.com, mail it to PO Box 17444, Fountain Hills, AZ, 85269, or drop it off at the church office.
HELP NEEDED
Sundays
We are looking for volunteers to assist working sound, as needed, and Facebook Live on a rotating basis on Sundays at 8:00 and 10:30 am. Training provided. If you want to learn more please see Pastor Jeff or email Julia@sothaz.com
WOMEN'S FRIDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
Fridays, 9:00 am in the Parlor
Returning January 10
The subject Jesus most often talked about was the kingdom of God. The question then is, what is the kingdom of God? You are invited to join the study as we explore the nature of God's reign and how Jesus inaugurates and embodies the kingdom's program of renewal and restoration in His life and ministry. Study books are available in the church office for $7.00, or pick one up at the class on Fridays.
ABUNDANT LIFE WEEKEND
"How to Live Well in Order to Finish Well"
Dr. David Stoop, Keynote Speaker
Friday & Saturday, January 24 & 25
9:00 - 3:00 pm
Dr. David Stoop is a psychologist and family counselor, an ordained minister, a husband, father and grandfather. He is a co-host for the nationally syndicated radio and TV program, New Life Live, has authored over 40 books and was the co-editor of the Life Recovery Bible which has sold over 3 million copies. His current passion is helping people live well in order to finish well. More information and registration coming soon. Invite your friends and family.

HIS HANDS IN SERVICE
First Friday of each Month, 10:15 am
Education Building, Room 5
HIS Hands In Service (knitting group) meets the first Friday of each month at a new time, 10:15 am, in the Education Building. Please come and knit/crochet prayer shawls, baby blankets, and hats for the homeless, as well as spend time with friends. Any questions, please call Linda Marchi.
BOTTLE BLOWERS NEEDED!
Rehearsals Thursdays, 6:00 pm
Sanctuary
Now is the time to take advantage of a special opportunity to join the Lutheran Tabernacle Blowers. We are looking for additional members of this very special group (no auditions required). We will be playing for our annual performance at the Shepherd of the Hills Variety Show to be held on February 8, 2020. Please consider joining this group for a great time of fun and playing in one of SOTH's most unique musical groups. Contact Lloyd Tarr for more information.
QUILTERS
Tuesdays, 9:00 am
Fellowship Hall
The quilters meet in the Fellowship Hall on Tuesdays and invite you to join us. The quilts that are sewn support many ministries. The ability to sew is not a requirement. For questions, contact Sharon Johnson.
PAZ DE CRISTO
2nd Tuesday of each month
The 2nd Tuesday of each month Shepherd of the Hills goes to Paz to cook for and serve the homeless. Carpooling is available.  We leave from the upper parking lot at 3:15 pm. For more information or to carpool, please contact Don Wirth.  
YOU ARE INVITED
Wednesday, January 8, 5:30 pm
We are looking for instrumentalists and vocalists to join us in a contemporary worship style of music for Sundays at our 10:30 am service. Please join us for a meet and greet night this Wednesday. Questions, email Christie@sothaz.com or matthew@sothaz.com
WOULD YOU LIKE PRAYER?
If you would like to have someone pray with you, our Stephen Ministers are available after the worship service each Sunday.
PARKING LOT SALE
Saturday, February 15
8:00 am - 1:00 pm
Clean out your closets, reserve your parking spaces and tell your friends.  Keep all the proceeds...pay off a bill, save for an emergency or summer vacation.
For more information or to sign up for the parking lot sale or Dave Ramsey Financial Peace, please email Julia@sothaz.com  or call 480-837-9532.
GORDY SHOW
Friday, January 10
7:30 pm
Gordy "Crazy Fingers" Lindquist will return to Shepherd of the Hills to perform his musical talent. Tickets are free and may be picked up at the church office or at the door the evening of the performance. A free-will offering will be collected as you leave and the proceeds will be used to fund the Shepherd of the Hills Scholarship Program. Come and bring your friends for an enjoyable evening.
SR. HIGH YOUTH
Sunday Nights, 6:00-8:00 pm
Youth Room
All 9th-12th grade students are welcome to join us on Sunday's for pizza, music games and Bible study. No charge for this event. Bring your friends!
FOOD DRIVE
EXTENDED HANDS FOOD BANK
Extended Hands Food Bank in Fountain Hills supports over 1,000 men, women and children in our town. They are in need of items such as soups, peanut butter, jelly, vegetables, spaghetti, tuna, main dish meals, etc. We need your help...please bring your items on Sunday to the Narthex or during the week to the church office. 
WATER COLLECTION
Waterbottles
We are asking for water donations to provide assistance for those on the street. Please bring your water to the Narthex or church office. Questions, email Julia@sothaz.com
INTERCESSORY PRAYER GROUP
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm
Sanctuary
Pray for our church, specific people's needs, the Fountain Hills community, our country and world.
PRAYER CARDS are available in the pew backs. You may place your prayer requests in the prayer boxes located on the Usher's table, in the Narthex, and outside in the prayer box on the circle drive.
RECYCLING
Bring your newspaper, cardboard, and soft cover books for recycling. Tell your family and friends. The bins are located in the lower parking area off of Fountain Hills Blvd.
LIVE STREAMING - VIDEO FREE ZONE
Shepherd of the Hills is live-streaming the worship service each Sunday on Facebook.

If you want to sit in a “Video Free” area of the Sanctuary, please ask an Usher where they would recommend you sit.

It is a great way for our winter visitors and church family to view and participate in the service.
DAILY DEVOTIONS
We encourage you to continue or start a daily devotional reading plan. Below are two excellent devotional sites. Both offer a variety of ways to study and be inspired. 

Bible Gateway
https://www.biblegateway.com/

YouVersion Bible
https://www.youversion.com/
SHEPHERD OF THE HILLS FAMILY MATTERS: KEEPING OUR HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH WORKING TOGETHER
Sunday, January 12 at 9:30 am or 11:45 am in the Sanctuary.

For all of those who usher, greet, serve on the peace team, or are doctors/nurses, etc. we are asking you to attend an updated training and procedures meeting for all these Sunday Servant positions.
 
We also encourage those who would like to be part of our Sunday Servant team to join us.
 
Wednesday, January 8, 10:30 am
Power Point Training

For those interested in learning about how it all works and if it something you would like to help with on Sundays, please meet in the Sanctuary. 
DAVE RAMSEY FINANCIAL PEACE
Mondays, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
 Education Building
Start your New Year with a New Plan. Dave Ramsey's immensely popular series "Financial Peace"   returns to Shepherd of the Hills. Millions of people have gone through Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University (FPU). They've worked a plan, rewritten their stories, and changed their futures.  
No matter if you are 20 or 60, struggling or have already built your wealth, single, married, divorced or a single parent, you will benefit from the knowledge and information. Don't worry, you don't have to share your financial information with anyone. This class is for you!
The cost is $85 per family, however don't let the money stand in the way of changing your future, as scholarships are available.
Refreshments will be served. Please let us know if you need free childcare.

We welcome you to come back for a refresher or pass this along to your family and friends and encourage them to join us.
PLAY BALL!
Dbacks Home Opener
Thursday, March 26
First Pitch 7:10 pm
This year we will be going to watch our Dbacks take on the Atlanta Braves. We will again offer charter bus transportation and a tailgate party prior to leaving for the game. If you opt to climb on board the bus, we will leave from the church parking lot at 5:00 pm. You may purchase game tickets separately or as a package.
Single Game Ticket (no transportation) $32.00 each
Single Game Ticket w/transportation $52 each (tip included)
Seats on the bus are limited, so book early. If you require special assistance once we arrive at the stadium, please let us know when you purchase your tickets.  Email j ulia@sothaz.com to reserve. Invite your family, friends, and co-workers and come on out for a great time - all are welcome. Go Dbacks!