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Addiction Family Support
The impact of addiction extends beyond the user with family members suffering with emotional stress, financial impacts, and relational struggles due to a loved one’s substance abuse. On Sunday, October 8 at 6:30 pm, Pastor Steve launches a new Addiction Family Support Group to provide hope, encouragement, and help for family members of those trapped in addiction. The group will meet monthly.
Fall Quarterly Gathering
Enjoy pancakes, breakfast casseroles and more on Sunday, October 1 at our next all-church Quarterly Gathering. The entire Hillcrest family is invited to Breakfast for Dinner at 5:30 pm followed by ministry updates from several of our church leaders. Sign up at the Information Station to bring a dish to share.
Fall Events for Adults
SALT (older adults from empty nest and beyond) meet at Sprague’s Maple Farms in Portville for lunch on Wednesday, October 4 at 11:30 pm. Sign up at the Information Station to reserve your spot. DASH, a new ministry for active adults age 40+, will participate in a Dinner Trail Ride at Miracle Mountain Ranch on Friday, October 13. Pick up a flyer at the Information Station with more details. Advance reservations and payment are required through the Miracle Mountain website.
AED Training
Learn to use an AED defibrillator, get a CPR refresher, and train to use NarCan at a special free training event on Monday, Sept. 18 at 5:30 pm at Hillcrest. Instruction is offered in conjunction with the Safety Village. Contact the office to sign up.
Alaska Stories & Ice Cream
Learn more about how our Alaska short-term missions team supported the ministry of Camp Li-Wa on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 6 pm. Enjoy a frozen treat while you hear stories and see pictures from team members.
Fall Kick Off
Hillcrest is getting ready to kick off the back-to-school season. A new quarter of fall Hillcrest University classes take the field on Sunday, Sept. 3. AWANA Clubs will restart on Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 6:30 pm with the fall Fun Fair and Registration Night. Kick Off Sunday is Sept. 10–wear your favorite football jersey to church! Outbound Youth kicks off fall on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 6:30 pm. The first day of school at Hillcrest Christian Preschool is Sept. 11…
SHAPE Up for Service
Do you know your SHAPE–the unique way that God has enabled you to serve in His church? If you’re not sure of the answer to that question, we encourage you to take the free online SHAPE assessment to help you discover your purpose and place to serve most effectively.
Journey to Healing
The Healing Journey is a place of life-change and healing. This comprehensive Bible study is filled with proven and effective tools to help anyone move toward a place of wholeness and freedom, regardless of whether the issues are mild or horrendous. It’s a place to learn and experience God’s biblical principles for a more satisfying life. A new session for women starts at Hillcrest on Monday, Sept. 11 at 6:30 pm. Contact the church office for details and to sign…
Blood Drive
Donate blood and give life! Hillcrest hosts the Community Blood Bank on Wednesday, August 16, 1-6 pm. Register here for an appointment. Homemade treats will be provided to donors. This annual event is held at Hillcrest in memory of Charlene Kidder.
UNIFIED Camp Night
Join UNIFIED at Camp Mission Meadows for a night of classic camp activities. Young adults (ages 18-35) are invited to connect with friends and make new friends at the fun evening event. Transportation from Jamestown is available if needed. Contact Pastor Ben for details. Meet at the Camp at 6 pm or at Hillcrest at 5:30 pm.
Friends & Fun for Older Adults
Older adults (empty-nesters and beyond) are invited connect with friends old or new this summer. Meet for dinner at Davidson’s Restaurant at 5 pm on Tuesday, August 8 at 5 pm. Board the Lady Kate with SALT for a narrated sightseeing tour of Presque Isle Bay and Lake Erie on Wednesday, August 23. Pre-paid reservations, $18/person, are required. Space is filling up for the September 29-30 bus excursion to experience Moses at Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. Reservations…
Connect at Hillcrest
If you’re newer to Hillcrest, whether attending online or in-person, you’re invited to a Newcomer Coffee at 10 am, Sunday, August 6. Meet some of our Hillcrest staff, learn about our faith family, and ask any questions you may have. If you’ve been attending for a while and consider Hillcrest your “church home,” you’re invited to explore membership over dinner with Pastor Mark on Wednesday, July 26, or Sunday, July 30 at 6 pm. Contact the church office to reserve…