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Back to School Mission Opportunities

If you are interested in a local mission, I have a great opportunity for you. The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help separate school supplies and fill backpacks for their Back to School Backpack Program. The Salvation Army hands out thousands of backpacks each year to children in the Omaha area. They need volunteers starting

July 25 through August 7 (to separate school supplies) and August 9 & 10 (to fill backpacks). Shifts are from 9:00 - 12:00 or 1:00 - 4:00. Or, on Saturday, August 3, the Salvation Army needs help with Stuff the Bus. Volunteers are needed at all 12 metro Wal-Mart Stores to accept donations of back to school supplies. Hours are 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sign up for 2 hours or more! If you are interested in any of these mission/outreach community opportunities, please contact Kay Weinstein at 402-898-6000 or email her at Kay_Weinstein@usc.salvationarmy.org

and let her know you are from Sunset Hills Baptist Church and would like to volunteer. Thank you, Traci Gilmer

Sunset Hills Baptist Church

August 2019

Newsletter

Pastor Paul Ponders Recently, one of our members presented me with a list of 10 Things God Can’t Do, the text of which you will find on page 2. There are so many things that God does that it becomes an inexhaustible list for us to think about. But 10 Things he Can’t Do? In our recent series on Favorite Psalms, we have discovered God at work daily in the lives of individual believers and in the corporate lives of the gathered congregation. We are constantly in awe of the wonders of salvation, God’s creation, and God’s re-creation in the lives of those who love him. On one particular Sunday, we practiced Praising God for how he has set life on earth in motion and continues to guide that plan in ever new ways of re-creation. Even as individuals, we experience re-creation not only when we become aware of his blessed forgiveness through Christ, but it continues as we learn more and more about him everyday and how he keeps changing us as long as we are willing to be changed by him. As I prayed over this list of 10 Things God Can’t Do, I was encouraged to look up each reference to make sure the theology was correct, so I could share them with you. What happened to me was God moving through his word to bring me a sense of peace. God was speaking through this list to encourage me in my faith walk with him. The things he can’t do, reveal to me what he has chosen to do. And that choosing includes me, and you.

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Prayers for Family and Loved Ones Wes Gilmer& all who are serving in the military Safety

Prayers for Health, Healing, and Strength Barbara Ganey Ken Vetter Amber Dale Joanne Kelley Nancy Quinette Traci Gilmer Doris Otte Lynette Battreall Justin Presler

On-going Prayers of Well-being Pat Martin Carol Welch Cindy Combs Mary Engleman Deanne Caughey Mark Caughey Megan Weaver Gina Hendrix Charlotte Lowrance

Our very own Bob Molby is now a published author! He has an article in the current issue of The Secret Place. If you’d like to read it, it is the entry for Wednesday, August 21. If you don’t have the current issue of The Secret Place, it has been copied onto the back of your August Calendar in this newsletter. Congratulations, Pastor Bob!

(Continued from Page 1) 10 Things God Can’t Do

1. God can’t get tired. (Isaiah 40:28) 2. God can’t take on a job he can’t handle. (Jeremiah 32:17) 3. God can’t be unholy. (Isaiah 6:3) 4. God can’t be prejudiced. (Acts 10:34-35) 5. God can’t break a promise. (Psalm 89:34) 6. God can’t remember sins he’s chosen to forget. (Isaiah 43:25) 7. God can’t make a loser. (2 Corinthians 2:14) 8. God can’t abandon you. (Deuteronomy 31:6) 9. God can’t stop thinking about you. (Psalm 139:17-18) 10. God can’t stop loving you. (Jeremiah 31:3) Blessed are those you choose and bring near to live in your courts! We are filled with the good things of your house, of your holy temple. Psalm 65:4

Upcoming Sermon Schedule – Favorite Psalms

August 4 Psalm 51 August 11 Psalm 34 August 18 Psalm 121 August 25 Psalm 138 September 1 Psalm 139

July 2, 2019

To my Sunset Hills Family,

How do we express our gratitude for all that you have done for us in our time of need? Let me try. You are the hands and feet of our Lord Jesus. Meals, setup, lunch, hospitality, parking lot, umbrellas, music, leadership, sharing, audio visual, office, ABW, flowers (and everything else I forgot to list). Your are tremendous.

Love you in Christ,

Steve Bottum for Dori, Collin and Family

Thank you to those that contributed to our One Great Hour of Sharing Offering in June. Our grand total was $1,889. We can only imagine how many people we have helped in their time of need! May God bless you as you have blessed others!

Thank you to all the volunteers that helped make VBS a success through prayers or assistance. We came together to share the Gospel to 24 kids and it was truly a blessing to watch it happen!

A retirement reception for Terry Anderson will be Saturday, August 3, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., at Lucky Bucket, 11941 Centennial Road in LaVista. Please no gifts, but a donation to a food bank would be cool. Terry has been in the newspaper business since 1974, more than 45 years - 1971 if you count the five bucks he made per story for writing high school sports for the hometown weekly. He made stops at newspapers in Columbus, Lincoln, Odessa, Texas, Omaha and Tekamah. His last day in the office at Midwest Messenger in Tekamah will be August 6, but he may write an occasional column or story as News Editor Emeritus - but on his schedule!

June Attendance Giving

2 90 $4,672.00

9 96 $4,603.00

16 84 $3,192.00

23 95 $3,512.00

30 78 $3,330.50

June Income $ 18,276 June Expenses $ 16,455 YTD Income $ 99,233 YTD Expenses $107,330 June Pledges 107% YTD Pledges 98%

SHBC Financial Scoreboard

7 Carol Welch 8 Mike Minarick 11 John Walter 13 Terry Anderson 13 Rev. Paul Marine 15 Steve Bottum 15 Cindy Combs 15 Emmalie Farnsworth 16 Nathan Swearingen 17 Dalton Heller 21 Ron Reed 21 Virgie Stamps 25 Chandra McCormick 25 Momoro Ono 25 Jane Ray 27 Margaret Dappen 27 Roy Loeffler

1 John & Diane Walter 39 years 7 Mark & Deanne Caughey 43 years 10 Steve & Jess Mikkelsen 7 years 11 Joe & Donna Colligan 40 years 13 Dan & Marge Todd 20 years 14 Mike & Sarah Minarick 43 years 15 Mark & Ruth Steele 32 years 20 Bill & Theresa Clark 31 years 20 Rev. Paul & Anne Marine 40 years 29 Doug & Jean Larsen 33 years

Wednesday, August 14 6:00 p.m. Join us for a Taco Bar dinner and the movie Miracles from Heaven.

Thank you to all those who donated to ensure all our youth were able to attend camp. Your generosity offered them a week of fellowship, fun and learning about our wonderful God!

Men’s Breakfast (fellowship hall) Women’s Breakfast (narthex) Saturday, August 17, 8:30 a.m.

July Attendance Giving

7 85 $4,368.09

14 99 $3,402.00

21 102 $3,781.30

28 TBD TBD

Stewardship Ministry August News

Sincere thanks to each one of the 18 volunteers who are serving God on the 2019 Stewardship Ministry Team! Sharing the gifts that God has given you is important for His kingdom; even in a small way!

In July we addressed proposals for improving the Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall window concerns. We will be preparing a presentation for the Ministry Council during a future meeting. Also, the washout areas along the east side of the north parking lot are being looked into for prevention solutions or improvements.

Should anyone see something in the building or on the grounds that needs maintenance, please note it on the Stewardship Ministry’s list of things to attend to, located on the information board in the Narthex.

We serve God better together, Wade Gilmer, Grounds Steward Bob Slechta, Financial Steward Ron Reed, Building Steward and Stewardship Ministry Leader

All-Age Adult Sunday School August News In August we expect to start the All Things New: The Revelation - Part 1 PowerPoint Ministries 9 - Message DVD Series with Jack Graham.

“Prophecy and the end times are subjects that are both mysterious and intriguing to most Christians. And while these subjects may seem far-off or detached from everyday life, what will happen in the future actually does affect your life today!”

Please pray about attending these Scripture-supported presentations. We meet in the upstairs classroom on Sunday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Come grow your faith and fellowship with us. We’ll make room for you!

All-Age Men’s Study Group August News

In July we started getting deeper into the Bible by starting Reading Romans Backwards - A Gospel of Peace in the Midst of Empire by Scot McKnight. This study is being facilitated by Pastor Bob Molby.

We meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Sunset Hills, and you are invited to join us! Please enter through the main west entrance.

Ministry Council Minutes June 17, 2019

Attendees: Rev. Paul Marine; Pam Hamlin, Shepherding; Ron Reed, Stewardship; Traci Gilmer, Mission/Outreach; LaShawnda Woods, Discipleship; Rev. Jason Workman, Safety/Security; Don Zak, Worship; Telly Woods, Clerk; Jason Rich, Pastoral Staff Relations

Devotion (Pastor Jason Workman): We lead by our actions. Meet me where I am and lead me. Teach me and I will follow.

Treasurer’s Report (Scott Darden): The treasurer’s report for May 2019, was not available. We will review both the May and June reports at the next scheduled council meeting.

Stewardship (Ron Reed): The stewardship ministry team is researching options for lighting the meditation area.

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Mission/Outreach (Traci Gilmer): Our Sunset Hills Baptist Church mission theme is Rise and

Respond.

Fall 2019: Back to school backpack mission - mission fellowship scheduled for August 4, 2019

Winter 2019: Disaster relief and hygiene kits mission Spring 2020: First responders support mission

Traci Gilmer will provide more details in the upcoming month(s). If you have any questions or would like to know how you can get involved, please see Traci Gilmer or any of the Ministry

Council team members.

Ministry Team Fair: If you are interested in working on or with a ministry team, please feel free to contact one of our Sunset Hills Baptist Church ministry team leaders or members for more information.

Gina Slechta, Moderator Scott Darden, Vice Moderator/Treasurer Ron Reed, Stewardship Traci Gilmer, Mission/Outreach Pastor Jason, Safety/Security Pam Hamlin, Shepherding Don Zak, Worship LaShawnda Woods, Discipleship Telly Woods, Pastoral/Staff Relations The next meeting will be July 15, 2019. Complete copies of all Ministry Council meeting minutes are available in the church office.

Ministry Council Minutes July 15, 2019

Attendees: Pastor Paul; Gina Slechta, Moderator; Scott Darden, Treasurer/Vice Moderator; Pam Hamlin, Shepherding; LaShawnda Woods, Discipleship; Pastor Jason Workman, Safety/Security; Don Zak, Worship; Jason Rich, Pastoral Staff Relations; Telly Woods, Clerk

Devotion (Pastor Paul): Acts 2:46-47—It is wonderful to know that we, at Sunset Hills Baptist Church, sponsor various group meetings and activities in which we can praise the Lord and fellowship together. Like the early church, let us be encouraged to worship and fellowship together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people.

Treasurer’s Report (Scott Darden): The treasurer’s report for June 2019 was presented. A motion was made and seconded to accept the report as given; motion passed.

In addition to the monthly treasurer’s report, Scott Darden also presented the 2nd quarter budget report. Overall, we are on target with our budget projections. A full copy of the treasurer’s report is available in the church office.

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Safety/Security (Pastor Jason Workman): The security team is in the process of updating various protocols to bolster their capabilities to provide for the safety and security of our SSHBC family, our visitors, and the facility. The team does not expect any negative impact or

disruption to worship services or any other church activities.

Journey Groups (Pastor Jason Workman): Journey groups are expected to resume at the end of August 2019. Pastor Jason will provide additional information regarding the groups and

meeting times—more to come.

Ministry Team Fair: If you are interested in working on or with a ministry team, please feel free to contact one of our Sunset Hills Baptist Church ministry team leaders or members for more information.

Gina Slechta, Moderator Scott Darden, Vice Moderator/Treasurer Ron Reed, Stewardship Traci Gilmer, Mission/Outreach Pastor Jason, Safety/Security Pam Hamlin, Shepherding Don Zak, Worship LaShawnda Woods, Discipleship Telly Woods, Pastoral/Staff Relations

The next meeting will be August 19, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.

Complete copies of all Ministry Council meeting minutes are available in the church office.