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6A COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL October 28, 2015 F AITH Upcoming special events HANDS-ONLY CPR CLASS – Saturday, Nov 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. First Presbyterian Church hosts this community training to help save lives. At the end of the training each participant will receive CPR certifi cation. Space is limited to 20 people. The class fee is $25 for individuals and $45 for couples. Scholar- ships are available. The church is located at 216 S. Third St. For more information call 541-767- 0812. MONTHLY GOSPEL SING-ALONG – Friday, Nov. 13 from 6:30–8 p.m. The Old Time Gospel Fel- lowship Church hosts a monthly gospel sing-along on the second Friday night each month. It in- cludes group singing and music specials. If you have an instru- ment to play or you want to sing a special, call Berneda McDon- ald at 541-942-3773 or Sandra Brown at 541-942-9129. TAIZE COMMUNITY SERVICE – Monday, Nov. 16 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. “Gratitude” is the theme of the next monthly Taize service in the chapel of the First Pres- byterian Church Chapel, on the corner of Adams Avenue and South Third. (Use the Third St. entrance) The service uses candles, sung prayer, poetry, silence and scripture to encour- age deeper refl ection. All are welcome. For information call 541-942-4479. New Presbyterian minister trades big-city life for rural one BY CINDY WEELDREYER Sentinel Faith Page Editor F or Karen Hill, it’s been a journey through American metropolises on her way to Small Town USA as the newest minister of Cottage Grove’s First Presbyterian Church. Born and raised in Escon- dido, Calif. (near San Diego), she attended college in Minneapolis/St. Paul, completed seminary in San Francisco and ministered to large congregations in Ft. Wayne, Ind. and Albuquerque before accepting the call to become the church’s fi rst permanent pastor since 2008. Her father was a businessman in the technol- ogy fi eld for the NCR Corporation, and her mother worked in the real estate industry. She grew up in a Christian home with three sisters and graduated from Orange Glen High School. In 1989, she earned a de- gree in history from Bethel College in St. Paul, Minn. and planned to become a high school social studies teacher. Drawn to its social justice principles, she joined a Minneapolis United Methodist Church with 3,000 members and discovered her passion for youth minis- try. She helped deepen their faith by leading youth on international mission trips to countries such as Cuba, Turkey, Costa Rica and Belize. She loves the energy and enthusiasm of youth and the fresh perspective they often provide. She received her call into full-time ministry while working with teens. Hill later returned to California and attended two quarters at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasa- dena after a friend complimented her gift for ministry and suggested she attend a seminary. “I grew up in the Baptist General Conference, so the Methodist bishop appointment system really didn’t work for me,” Hill said. “I wanted to be called by a church and be part of a denomination that paired my intellect and spirituality with theology. That all came together for me within the Presbyterian Church.” In 2003, Hill graduated from San Francisco Theo- logical Seminary with a Master of Divinity degree. Her fi rst call was serving as the Associate Pastor of Children, Youth and Family Ministry for 2 ½ years in a 1,000-member congregation in Fort Wayne, Ind. Her next call was to serve nine years as the Associ- ate Pastor for Youth and Congregational Mission of an Albuquerque church with 800 members. “Last year, after more than a decade serving in youth ministry, I realized that call was ending and it was time for me to make a change.” Last February, she participated in a phone interview with local Presbyterians and was invited to make a personal visit in May to meet the congregation. Sadly, in the midst of the search process her mother’s termi- nal illness delayed her arrival for months. “As a pastoral candidate, when I preached my fi rst sermon here, it felt familiar. I loved serving weekly communion to the 100 members who regularly at- tended the more intimate early Sunday morning ser- vice in Albuquerque. In that moment I realized this is the congregation size I really love to serve and was delighted to receive the call.” She added, “I soon discovered just how kind and caring my new congregation was. After meeting them only once, they sent me fl owers when my Mom died and told me they were willing to wait while I took care of family matters. It proved to be the right tim- “As a pastoral candidate, when I preached my fi rst sermon here, it felt familiar...In that moment I realized this is the congregation size I really love to serve and was delighted to receive the call.” photo by Bruce Kelsh Karen Hill began her new position at First Presbyterian Church on Sept. 15. She said the church needs to "fi gure out how to be the Body of Christ in this time and place." ing for the church and for me – which is how God’s timing works.” Hill began her new position on September 15 and is enjoying opportunities to meet people and explore her new community. She is particularly impressed with the “can-do” spirit here in Cottage Grove as evi- denced by the development of Bohemia Park, the high school, hospital and library. She said her biggest challenge in this new ministry is working with the congregation to fi gure out how to live with the new reality that America is in the midst of a signifi cant cultural revolution with the Church losing its status in society along with many of its members. “We need to fi gure out how to be the Body of Christ in this time and place.” “The Presbyterian Church has a long progressive tradition in Cottage Grove that presents an important alternative Christian voice,” Hill noted. “We are an open and inclusive church, and we welcome everyone to join us and experience God’s love and the love of the community. CHURCH BRIEFS CG FAITH CENTER HOSTS 'SURVIVING A HOLIDAY' WORKSHOP – Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-noon The two-hour workshop is de- signed to share tips on how to get through the holiday season with individuals struggling with grief over the loss of a loved one. Cottage Grove Faith Center is located at 33761 Row River Rd. The event is free and open to the public. For more info or to register please call Steve and Cindy Ryberg at 541-946-1705. CHURCH-SPONSORED COMMUNITY DINNERS FIRST PRESBYTERIAN ADVENT CLASS – Begins Nov. 29 Local Presbyterians will study the scriptures featured in Handel’s Messiah during the Advent season. The class begins Sunday, Nov. 29. Anyone inter- ested in the class should call the church offi ce now so books can be ordered. The number is 541- 942-4479. GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP - Sundays from 2-4 p.m. (through Nov 15) GriefShare is designed for those who have lost a loved one and are ready to begin a journey from mourning to joy. The two-hour long Sunday afternoon sessions are hosted at the Cottage Grove Community Center, 700 E Gibbs Ave. Cottage Grove. Led by Steve and Cindy Ryberg, the nine- week series involves topical videos, a personal study guide and small group Mondays – United Methodist Church (second and third Mondays only) at 5 p.m. Tuesdays – Trinity Lutheran Church at 5 p.m. Wednesdays – Covered Bridge Church of The Nazarene at 6 p.m. Thursdays – Trinity Church at 5 p.m. Lutheran discussion. If you have questions, con- cerns or would like to join the group please call. Caroll at 541-914-8283 or Robyn at 830-613-4077. BAHA’I FAITH TEA AND PRAYERS Local gatherings are hosted by mem- bers of the Baha’i Faith in selected Cottage Grove sites and neighborhood homes. For additional information about the Baha’i Community call Jacqueline at 541-556-1286 or Brenda at 541-514- 9607. To hear a daily recorded uplifting Baha’i verse call 541-531-8449. WEEKDAY MORNING COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY – Monday-Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. The Cottage Grove United Methodist Church offers a community Bible study two days a week. Drop in and enjoy cof- fee or tea for a 90-minute time of devo- tional Bible study and discussion. For more information call 541-942-3033. AWANA CLUB MEETINGS - Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. AWANA is a weekly Christian edu- cation program for ages three through high school. Hosted by the Cottage Grove Bible Church, the group meets weekly during the school year. The cost includes the purchase of handbooks and uniforms and dues are 75 cents per week. Children enjoy memorizing Scripture verses, games, Bible lessons and dress- ing up for special theme nights. More information can be found on the church website: www.cgbible.org. PURPOSE-DRIVEN LIFE STUDY AT NAZARENE CHURCH – Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Pastor Cindy Slaymaker invites com- munity to participate in a study of “The Purpose Driven Life” by author Rick Warren starting Wednesday, Sept. 30 at the Covered Bridge Church of the Nazarene, 152 South M St. Come for the community meal at 6 p.m. and stay for the study. For more information call 541-942-4422. CAMPUS LIFE CLUB – Mondays and Tuesdays at 7 p.m. This Lane County Youth for Christ non-denominational youth outreach program meets during the school year. Campus Life’s weekly club meetings blend food, music, games and a short Bible-based “talk” that ends with a prayer. Middle School students meet on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Riverside Com- munity Church, 1255 S. River Rd. High School students meet on Mondays at 7 p.m. in the game room above Domino’s Pizza (next to the post offi ce). More information available on Facebook at Cottage Grove Campus Life or by call- ing Director Tim Sinclair at 541-285- 4812. MOTHERS OF PRE-SCHOOLERS [MOPS] – Mondays from 6-8 p.m. An outreach ministry designed to support mothers and help them be the best moms they can be. MOPS is for mothers with children from birth to kindergarten. MomsNext is for mothers with school age children. Both groups meet at Calvary Chapel in the Village Shopping Center, 1447 Hwy 99. For more information visit www.cottage- grovemops.org or call 541-942-6842. W orship D irectory 6th & Gibbs Church of Christ 195 N. 6th St. • 541-942-3822 Pastor: Aaron Earlywine Youth & Families Pastor: Seth Bailey Services: 9am and 10:30am Christian Education Nursery for pre-k - 3rd Grade www.6thandgibbs.com Calvary Baptist Church 77873 S 6th St • 541-942-4290 Pastor: Riley Hendricks Sunday School: 9:45am Worship: 11:00am The Journey: Sunday 5:00pm Praying Thru Life: Wednesday 6:00pm Cottage Grove Bible Church 1200 East Quincy Avenue 541-942-4771 Pastor:Bob Singer Worship 11am Sunday School:9:45am AWANA age 3-8th Grade, Wednesdays Sept-May, 6:30pm www.cgbible.org Cottage Grove Faith Center 33761 Row River Rd. • 541-942-4851 Lead Pastor: Isaac Hovet www.cg4.tv 2 Sunday Services: 9am & 11am Full Childrenʼs Ministry available Calvary Chapel Cottage Grove 1447 Hwy 99 (Village Plaza) 541-942-6842 Pastor: Jeff Smith Two Services on Sun: 9am & 10:45am Wednesday Service 6:45 pm Child Care 10:45am Service Only Youth Group Bible Study: Wed. 6:45 pm & Sat. 6 pm www.cgcalvary.org Covered Bridge Nazarene Church 152 S. M St. 541-942-4422 Pastor: Cindy Slaymaker Sunday School: 9:30am Worship 10:30am Church of Christ 420 Monroe St • 541-942-8565 Sunday Service: 10:30am First Baptist Church 301 S 6th St 541-942-8242 Pastor: Steve Johnson Sunday School: 9:30am Worship: 11:00am Come Worship with us Delight Valley Church of Christ 33087 Saginaw Rd. East Center for Spiritual Living Cottage 541-942-7711 Pastor: Bob Friend Grove Two Services: 700 Gibbs Ave (Community Center) 9am - Classic in the Chapel Rev. Bobby Lee Meets Sunday 3:00 p.m. 10:30am - Contemporary in the Auditorium Info: 541-767-0182 (Mrs. “T”) First Presbyterian Church 3rd and Adams St • 541-942-4479 Pastor: Karen Hill Worship: 10:00am Sunday School: 10:00am www.cgpresbynews.com Old Time Gospel Fellowship 103 S. 5th Street • 541-942-4999 Pastor: Herb Carson Sunday Service: 10:00am Sunday Bible Study: 6:00pm We sing the old time hymns. Grove Community Church 77820 Mosby Creek Rd. Cottage Grove, OR 97424 541-942-0123 Pastor: Bryan Parsons Worship: 10:30 a.m. Nursery: Infant - Pre-K Kidʼs Church: K to 5th grade Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St. Philip Benizi Catholic Churches 1025 N. 19th St. 541-942-3420 / 541-942-4712 Pastor: Roy L. Antunez, S.J. Euch. Liturgies; Sat. 5:30pm Sun. 10:30am St. Philip Benizi, Creswell: 552 Holbrock Lane • 541-895-8686 Sunday: 8:30am Hope Fellowship United Pentecostal Church 100 S. Gateway Blvd. • 541-942-2061 Pastor: Dave Bragg Worship: 11:00am Sunday Bible Study: 7:00pm Wednesday www.hopefellowshipupc.com “FINDING HOPE IN YOUR LIFE” Living Faith Assembly 467 S. 10th St. • 541-942-2612 Pastor Rulon Combs Sunday School All Ages 9am Worship & Childrenʼs Church 10:30 am “The Bridge” Sat Evening Service 6:00pm Youth 180 Mondays 5:30-8pm Childrenʼs Breakout Class: Wed. 6:30pm Non-Denominational Church of Christ 1041 Pennoyer Ave * 541-767-0447 Preachers: Tony Martin & Robert Evans Sunday Bible Study:10:00am Sunday Worship:10:50am & 5:30pm www.pennoyeravecoc.com St. Andrews Episcopal Church 1301 W. Main • 541-767-9050 Rev. Lawrence Crumb “Church with the fl ags.” Worship: Sunday 10:30am All Welcome Seventh-day Adventist Church 820 South 10th Street 541-942-5213 Pastor: Kevin Miller Bible Study: Saturday, 9:15 am Worship Service: Saturday, 10:40 am Mid-week Service: Wednesday, 1:00 pm Trinity Lutheran Church 6th & Quincy • 541-942-2373 Pastor: James L. Markus Sunday School & Adult Education 9:15am Sundway Worship 10:30 am Comm. Kitchen Free Meal Tue & Thur 5:00pm TLC Groups tlccg.com United Methodist Church 334 Washington • 541-942-3033 Pastor:Lura Kidner-Miesen Worship: 10:30am Adult Sunday School: 9:30am Comm. Dinner (Adults $5, Kids Free) 2nd & 3rd Monday 5-6:00pm cottagegroveumc.org “VICTORY” Country Church 913 S. 6th Street • 541-942-5913 Pastor: Barbara Dockery Worship Service: 10:00am Message: 11:00am “WE BELIEVE IN MIRACLES” Our Worship Directory is a weekly feature in the newspaper. If your congregation would like to be a part of this directory, please contact the Cottage Grove Sentinel at 541-942-3325.
