Welcome to Hillside

 

 
FOOD PANTRY
During the month of February, 149 families/ 465 individuals were served; 3,091 pounds of food were distributed.  Please do continue your financial support for this ministry (indicate “Food Pantry” in the memo field of your check or on your offering envelope). 

 
HUNGER WALK/RUN

Join the fight against hunger and make a difference!  This will be held on Sunday, March 10.  Onsite registration begins at 12:00 p.m.; the 5K Fun Run and Walk start at 2:00 p.m.  You may register online at www.hwr2013.org

 
PARTNERSHIP LENTEN BIBLE STUDY

This Bible study series is underway and will continue each Sunday evening through March 17, from 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m., according to the following schedule (a light dinner will be served):               

THIS EVENING, March 3 at First Presbyterian Church
Next Sunday, March 10, at Hillside Presbyterian Church (Fellowship Hall)
 March 17, at the home of Chris and Martha Moore-Keish, Decatur

The focus of the study is “Encountering the Gospel of Peace Anew: An Invitation to Discernment and Witness.”

 
POWER IN THE PEWS (PIPP) – FREE HEALTHCARE FOR UNEMPLOYED AND/OR UNINSURED

This program provides treatment for high blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, hypothyroidism, respiratory infections, eye/ear infections, asthma, arthritis, acid reflux, sinus infections, and more!

Service is available on Mondays, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (must be signed in no later than 6:30 p.m.), at The Oaks Business Park (5026 Snapfinger Woods Drive, Suite 110, Decatur GA 30035).  Please call 770.558.6361 with any questions you may have about this program.

 
OFFICE HOURS

The Church Office is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.  If you plan to make a trip to the office and will require assistance during that visit, then please call Denise at 404.289.3092 to discuss and/or schedule.

 

The pastor is available by appointment each day, except Fridays.  He is available for drop-in consultation on Tuesdays (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) and Thursdays (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) .  You may contact him at the office (404.289.3092), at home (770.981.7866) or via e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

 
Directions to Hillside

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HILLSIDE SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Hillside has a scholarship/education fund which has helped some of our college students in the past. To access this fund, students will need to have at least a 2.3 (out of 4.0) grade point average, complete a scholarship/education fund application, provide proof of receiving a high school diploma, and proof of acceptance in a college or job training certification program. Please make donations in the envelopes found in the pews and indicate “Education Fund”.
 
Easter Services

PALM SUNDAY SERVICE – MARCH 24, 11:00 AM, HILLSIDE SANCTUARY
MAUNDY THURSDAY – MARCH 28, 7:00 PM, RADCLIFFE PRESBYTERIAN
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE – MARCH 29, 7:00 PM, HILLSIDE SANCTUARY
EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE – MARCH 31, 11:00 AM, HILLSIDE SANCTUARY
  Hillside children and youth will participate in this Service.

 
“FRIENDS & FAMILY/RECOGNITION” SUNDAY TODAY

we will have the first of other planned opportunities to have our families and friends worship with us.  Immediately following the morning Worship Service, there will be a special luncheon in the Fellowship Hall. 

 
CLOTHES FOR THE NEW REFUGEE FAMILY

Warm clothing needed.  The two children are girls (3 year old, 10 month old).  The mother and father are small.  Toys, books and DVDs for the children would also be useful.

 
ATTENTION ALL LAWYERS!

The Partnership Ministry is launching a new project to help church community members overcome barriers to obtaining housing, employment, and benefits caused by old or erroneous criminal records.  The need is great.  CLE training begins in August.  Please contact Rick Bold at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to learn more.  –Darryl Payne, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 
HILLSIDE IS ON FACEBOOK!

 

Search for us at Hillside Presbyterian Church and LIKE us!  We’ll keep you up to date on all of the happenings (and inspirational messages too!).  –Dawn & the Youth Ministry

 

 
CHURCH SCHOOL
It meets each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Please come and bring your children. There are classes for every age group!
 
We are seeking individuals to serve in the Superintendent and Pre-School Teacher positions. If you are interested, please contact Dorothy Hill or Akiba Harper.
 
WHIZ KIDS TUTORING & MENTORING PROGRAM—TUTORS NEEDED!

The sessions take place on Wednesday afternoons at Snapfinger Elementary School in Decatur, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  If you or someone you know is interested, please send an e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or leave a message at 404.228.7741.  - Darryl Payne, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it