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2010 EASTER FLOWER ORDERS
Forms for ordering flowers for the church for Easter Sunday are in Sunday Bulletins beginning February 28.  Orders must be submitted by Tuesday, March 16.  Click here  Easter Flowers for 2010 to link to an order form which you can print put, fill out, and return to the church office.

GOD & FAMILY AWARD INTRODUCTORY MEETING
The GOD & FAMILY AWARD is for boys and girls in the 4th and 5th Grades.  It is being held at Hiss UMC from March 28 - May 16, 2010.  The INTRODUCTORY MEETING for parents and students is Sunday, March 21 from 12:30 - 2 pm.  Contact person is Mrs. Crue at 410-599-7925.

CLOTHING DONATIONS FOR LOCAL PROGRAMS
Clothing donations can be placed in the container on the parking lot at St. Ursula's church to be processed and taken to local shelters.

FOOD FOR THE HOMELESS 2010
Hiss is partnering with St Ursula Church/St. Vincent DePaul and the Christus Victor Food  Pantry to provide non-perishable food items to the homeless locally.  Please bring your donations any Sunday and place in the large baskets in the lobby/narthex area.  Any non-perishable food is welcomed!  Thank you!

FOR LENT 2010:
Please consider donating one canned food item each Sunday during Lent this year!

HISS EMAIL ADDRESS DIRECTORY - Last Call
The Evangelism & Communications Committee is compiling a Directory of Email addresses of Hiss church members and friends who would like to receive up to date church news via email.  Please contact the church office (410-668-5665 or office@hisschurch.org ) with your email information.

HAITI RELIEF VIA UMCOR
The United Methodist Committee On Relief is responding to the tragic earthquake in Haiti. United Methodists have had a long-standing relationship with Haiti through the Methodist Church of Haiti. Support for relief efforts can be made by making your check out to Hiss UMC and on the memo line write, "Haiti Emergency, UMCOR Advance #418325." As always, 100% of gifts to UMCOR through the Advance support the designated project.

CONTINUING EFFORT: A Fundraising Concert for Continued Relief to Haiti will be presented at Hiss in Fall 2010 by Joe Ayala.

The LABYRINTH is open for use by appointment
A great idea for your personal Lenten meditations! Please call the Church Office for availability (410-668-5665). The Labyrinth is located in the Fellowship Hall. Upon arrival, please check-in at the Church Office (2nd floor).
 

Electronic Contributions to the church
Electronic transfer of payments from your checking or savings account can be made directly to the church.  Throughout the year, even while you are away, you can be content knowing your pledge has been received and is contributing to the work of the Church. One easy to use form can begin or change your electronic contribution amount.  Please contact the church office or Finance Committee for a 2010 form.

STEPHEN MINISTRY
Could you or someone you know benefit from a Caring Christian Stephen Minister?  Is support needed  for health issues, divorce, marriage difficulties, child rearing, teenage conflicts, job loss, depression, empty nest syndrome, or other life challenges?  If so, please contact Pastor George Weitzel or Pastor Mark Smiley to request a trained and compassionate Stephen Minister.

HISS FOOD PANTRY
The Food Pantry operates all year and accepts donations continuously.  Donations may be put in the baskets in Room #105 (Son's Spot) or in the narthex/lobby. Canned meats, stews, fish, and beans; canned fruits, vegetables, juice packs, crackers, etc. are all acceptable. Why not make it a habit to throw a few extras in your weekly grocery order, and bring them with you on Sunday.  Thank you.

PRAYER WARRIORS NEEDED
A  few good "prayer warriors" are needed for the Hiss PRAYER CHAIN.  If intercessory prayer is one of your gifts, or if you are homebound and looking for a way to be of service, and would like to be part of the Prayer Chain, please call the church office to be put on the list. (410-668-5665).

The HISS TREE OF LIFE
The Tree of Life is located on the wall in the narthex (lobby.) Add  a leaf to the tree by picking up a form from the holder next to the tree. The leaf can be imprinted to honor a loved one. Cost per leaf is $780.  The HISS TREE OF LIFE grows to support the Capital Improvement Fund.

TWO Paper Recycling Bins!
Hiss now has two ABITIBI recycling bins for paper.  One is in the upper Hiss parking lot, and the second is in the lower lot, near the cemetery.  Bring your papers to recycle and help the church as well as the environment.  No cardboard or plastic bags, please!

Needed: Volunteers to give Children's Sermons
During 11:00 Worship. Schedule at your convenience.  Call Dianne Thompson at the church office 410-668-5665.

Junior Church Volunteers Needed
Children ages 3 years - 2nd Grade attend Youth Church following the Children's Sermon at 11:00 Worship. Helpers are needed!  For information, Please Call Denise Jones at 410-665-4527

Volunteer Babysitters Needed
Babysitters are occasionally needed for evening small group studies from about 7 - 8:30.  If you would like to be on the list of volunteer babysitters, please call Denise Jones (410-665-4527)