Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Hello Hinkle Creekers!
We have successfully moved our blog to a new site. It is www.hinklecreekfriends.org
Please send me an e-mail at haemmertime1@aol.com
and I will send you an invite so you may contribute to the discussion.
We are still working on trying to make it fit our needs, so please be patient and we would love to hear your feedback.
This blog has been pretty amazing. It's lasted several years. (Three I think) and had over 3,000 posts. The good new is we were able to transfer the entire contents of this blog onto the new site which is awesome. It might take some getting used to but in the long run it's a great choice for us because it combines our blog and our website. And it has many more features that once I figure out how to impliment them will be awesome tools for communication and expression. I guess the internet is part of the mission field we are to enter boldy and lovingly for Christ, and that is my prayer. I want to thank Rob Floyd for helping us make this much needed step up into the big leagues. Without him I would still be lost in my quandry of how to navigate this new territory. Rob is a graphic designer who designse websites . He graciously offered to help Hinkle Creek at no charge. I may send some invites out to folks who I think may like to post even if I don't get a request from you. I know there has been some confusion on how to post on this blog, so my hope is that the new site will be easier to use and we will have more people contributing.
Thank you for your patience!
Kelly H.
Please send me an e-mail at haemmertime1@aol.com
and I will send you an invite so you may contribute to the discussion.
We are still working on trying to make it fit our needs, so please be patient and we would love to hear your feedback.
This blog has been pretty amazing. It's lasted several years. (Three I think) and had over 3,000 posts. The good new is we were able to transfer the entire contents of this blog onto the new site which is awesome. It might take some getting used to but in the long run it's a great choice for us because it combines our blog and our website. And it has many more features that once I figure out how to impliment them will be awesome tools for communication and expression. I guess the internet is part of the mission field we are to enter boldy and lovingly for Christ, and that is my prayer. I want to thank Rob Floyd for helping us make this much needed step up into the big leagues. Without him I would still be lost in my quandry of how to navigate this new territory. Rob is a graphic designer who designse websites . He graciously offered to help Hinkle Creek at no charge. I may send some invites out to folks who I think may like to post even if I don't get a request from you. I know there has been some confusion on how to post on this blog, so my hope is that the new site will be easier to use and we will have more people contributing.
Thank you for your patience!
Kelly H.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
The Pastors Wife
She stands among the shadows with a smile upon her face,
And quietly encourages with love, and strength and grace.
She always offers solace, and holds tightly to his hand,
And when he feels inadequate, he knows she'll understand.
She's ready with a listening ear for what he has to say,
But things she hears in confidence she never will betray.
Their time alone is limited because he has to be
Available to all the flock who need his ministry.
Yet still she's there when like a child he clings to her embrace,
And draws upon her comfort for the trials he must face.
She is the unsung heroine who helps his load to bear,
And lifts him up consistently with tender, loving care.
The world applauds a Pastor who can help to change a life,
But half the credit for success belongs to his dear Wife.
And quietly encourages with love, and strength and grace.
She always offers solace, and holds tightly to his hand,
And when he feels inadequate, he knows she'll understand.
She's ready with a listening ear for what he has to say,
But things she hears in confidence she never will betray.
Their time alone is limited because he has to be
Available to all the flock who need his ministry.
Yet still she's there when like a child he clings to her embrace,
And draws upon her comfort for the trials he must face.
She is the unsung heroine who helps his load to bear,
And lifts him up consistently with tender, loving care.
The world applauds a Pastor who can help to change a life,
But half the credit for success belongs to his dear Wife.
Betty Jo Mings
Winona Terry
Jack Terry's wife Winona went peacefully home to the Lord this morning. Paulette and I have such fond memories of her and her loving and sweet spirit. She spoke to us at Hinkle along with Jack before becoming ill and we all enjoyed what she had to share about their work in the mission field. Please keep Jack and his family in your prayers today as they go through this.
Friday, August 17, 2012
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Website down!
Hello!
Just an fyi for you! Our website is down. We are working on our new website and are hoping to have it up and running very soon. The good news is that it is a website/blog combined. So we will have one address instead of two. I think we will also link the website to our facebook page which is actually pretty active. If you have any questions or suggestions please let me know.
Thank you,
Kelly
Just an fyi for you! Our website is down. We are working on our new website and are hoping to have it up and running very soon. The good news is that it is a website/blog combined. So we will have one address instead of two. I think we will also link the website to our facebook page which is actually pretty active. If you have any questions or suggestions please let me know.
Thank you,
Kelly
Monday, August 13, 2012
God is Good!
What a wonderful service we had last evening! It's not too late to come to the School of Prayer. You will receive something even if you can come to one night of the sessions. To witness the Hand of God moving among our people at Hinkle was just awesome! Truly an answer to many months of praying and preparing. It will be held at 6:30 tonight, tomorrow night, and Wednesday night. What a historic time for Hinkle as we stand on a threshold of a new beginning as a Church body. I would love to see our whole congregation come to these sessions! I believe this is the beginning of a REAL revival in our community if we will all continue in the Spirit that was with us last evening. Please spread the great news of what is happening at Hinkle!
Friday, August 10, 2012
INFORMATION FOR THE UPCOMING SCHOOL OF PRAYER
First of all, this Sunday will be a bit different. We will NOT be having the adult Sunday School class in the Sanctuary and will eliminate the normal announcements, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. at the 10:20 time. We will begin the service promptly at 10:30 since it has been advertised as such. There will be an abbreviated Monthly Business Meeting following the Worship Service on Sunday and you are all welcome to come.
As the School of Prayer starts, please remember to bring your Bible, paper, pencil/pen, and pick up a workbook at the registration table. If you have not registered, please do so and pick up a name tag so we all know one another. Please put your name and Hinkle Creek Friends on your name tag.
There will be many guests coming to our Church for this event, so let's all make them feel welcome to Hinkle Creek Friends. What a great opportunity to reach out to those who may be unchurched. If you see that someone has a need, please step up and ask if you can assist them.
We still do not have very many signed up for finger foods for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings. If you can bring something to help out Sharon, it would be greatly appreciated.
As I've been praying this morning, you have all been on my mind and praying that we as a Church Body will be fed and recieve just what we need through this ministry from James W. Tharp. What a great opportunity we have as a Church Body!
Remember that during the School of Prayer, we will NOT provide child care and these sessions will not be appropriate for children. Our Teens are certainly welcome and will hopefully learn much to enhance their continuing Study of the Scriptures. Children are welcome during the Sunday morning Services. The School of Prayer will actually start Sunday evening at 5:00 p.m.
As the School of Prayer starts, please remember to bring your Bible, paper, pencil/pen, and pick up a workbook at the registration table. If you have not registered, please do so and pick up a name tag so we all know one another. Please put your name and Hinkle Creek Friends on your name tag.
There will be many guests coming to our Church for this event, so let's all make them feel welcome to Hinkle Creek Friends. What a great opportunity to reach out to those who may be unchurched. If you see that someone has a need, please step up and ask if you can assist them.
We still do not have very many signed up for finger foods for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings. If you can bring something to help out Sharon, it would be greatly appreciated.
As I've been praying this morning, you have all been on my mind and praying that we as a Church Body will be fed and recieve just what we need through this ministry from James W. Tharp. What a great opportunity we have as a Church Body!
Remember that during the School of Prayer, we will NOT provide child care and these sessions will not be appropriate for children. Our Teens are certainly welcome and will hopefully learn much to enhance their continuing Study of the Scriptures. Children are welcome during the Sunday morning Services. The School of Prayer will actually start Sunday evening at 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Church Family - We need to step up to the Plate!
Good morning Friends,
The time is upon us for the School of Prayer. Things have gotten really busy lately and not much time to do some finalizing of plans as a Host Church for this event. J.W. Tharp had mentioned that we should have a time of fellowship following each evening of the School of Prayer where we can break bread together and discuss what we have learned. The list for "finger foods" that was placed in the foyer on Sunday had very few signed up to bring food each evening. I have had MANY calls from people coming from a distance to attend these sessions, so I'm confident we will have a large crowd each evening and we as the host Church need to step up and be sure we have enough food to cover each evening. I realize this is a stretch of our already busy lives to add this to our agenda, but if you could just sacrifice some time to make or provide something to help out Sharon, it would be greatly appreciated. We certainly would not want to be short on food to break bread together. In the New Testament Church, that was very much a part of their gatherings and this event is a reflection of what they did in those days.
I have been disappointed that so many of our people have stayed away from services lately and I am in hopes that we will all "step up to plate" again in this area for this coming event. If you miss this, you will miss out on a great opportunity for some great ministry that has Eternal Consequences. Please pass the word and remind people that all of this starts this Sunday morning and continues on until Wednesday evening, the 15th. J.W. Tharp will bring this Sunday's message to get us prepared for the School of Prayer. I pray that the Lord will tug on all of our hearts to realize the importance of this with our attendance. We have planned this for a long time, and I for one am really looking forward to getting fed spiritually speaking. Tonight is sort of a kick off of this by meeting together in the Sanctuary at 6:30 for a time of Fasting and Prayer. There will be nothing formal about it all - just a time of us gathering and praying together. The fasting is private between you and the Lord and you don't have to say anything to anyone or even feel accountable to me for that. If you decide to accept the call to fasting along with your praying, I guarantee that the Lord will reward you for being faithful and sincere as we submit to Him. That is His promise to us! I have been and continue to be in prayer for this and looking forward to seeing what the Lord has in store for us as a congregation. I pray that we will all be more committed in all areas of our attachment as the body of Christ. Sometimes we just get tired and become a bit lazy in our committment (I do too!!!), but I know the rewards for being faithful and putting Him first will be life changing for us all. Just pouring my heart out this morning and pleading with us all (including me) to "Step up to the Plate" for the Lord!
The time is upon us for the School of Prayer. Things have gotten really busy lately and not much time to do some finalizing of plans as a Host Church for this event. J.W. Tharp had mentioned that we should have a time of fellowship following each evening of the School of Prayer where we can break bread together and discuss what we have learned. The list for "finger foods" that was placed in the foyer on Sunday had very few signed up to bring food each evening. I have had MANY calls from people coming from a distance to attend these sessions, so I'm confident we will have a large crowd each evening and we as the host Church need to step up and be sure we have enough food to cover each evening. I realize this is a stretch of our already busy lives to add this to our agenda, but if you could just sacrifice some time to make or provide something to help out Sharon, it would be greatly appreciated. We certainly would not want to be short on food to break bread together. In the New Testament Church, that was very much a part of their gatherings and this event is a reflection of what they did in those days.
I have been disappointed that so many of our people have stayed away from services lately and I am in hopes that we will all "step up to plate" again in this area for this coming event. If you miss this, you will miss out on a great opportunity for some great ministry that has Eternal Consequences. Please pass the word and remind people that all of this starts this Sunday morning and continues on until Wednesday evening, the 15th. J.W. Tharp will bring this Sunday's message to get us prepared for the School of Prayer. I pray that the Lord will tug on all of our hearts to realize the importance of this with our attendance. We have planned this for a long time, and I for one am really looking forward to getting fed spiritually speaking. Tonight is sort of a kick off of this by meeting together in the Sanctuary at 6:30 for a time of Fasting and Prayer. There will be nothing formal about it all - just a time of us gathering and praying together. The fasting is private between you and the Lord and you don't have to say anything to anyone or even feel accountable to me for that. If you decide to accept the call to fasting along with your praying, I guarantee that the Lord will reward you for being faithful and sincere as we submit to Him. That is His promise to us! I have been and continue to be in prayer for this and looking forward to seeing what the Lord has in store for us as a congregation. I pray that we will all be more committed in all areas of our attachment as the body of Christ. Sometimes we just get tired and become a bit lazy in our committment (I do too!!!), but I know the rewards for being faithful and putting Him first will be life changing for us all. Just pouring my heart out this morning and pleading with us all (including me) to "Step up to the Plate" for the Lord!
Sunday, August 5, 2012
Lois Costomiris
While I was at the calling for Rex Baliff, I learned that Lois Costomiris passed away yesterday. I understand her calling is tomorrow afternoon and the funeral on Tuesday. The obituary will be posted on the Hartley Funeral Home website. www.hartleyfuneralhomes.com
Our prayers to all of the family in this loss for them. Lois was a former member and longtime attender at Hinkle Creek Friends.
Our prayers to all of the family in this loss for them. Lois was a former member and longtime attender at Hinkle Creek Friends.
Friday, August 3, 2012
Rex N. Baliff
Rex N. Baliff, age 76, of Cicero, IN died Augst 1, 2012 at Riverwalk Village at Noblesville, IN. He was born March 7, 1936 at Noblesville, IN to Clinton and Rowena Marie (Graham) Baliff. His parents preceded him in death.
Rex was a graduate of Jackson Central High School with the Class of 1954. He then served his country in the Indiana National Guard for six years. Rex was a life-long farmer in the Cicero and Noblesville Communities. He also owned a trucking business, hauling stone and lime and he drove a school bus for Noblesville School Corporation for 21 years.
He was a member of Hinkle Creek Friends Church and of the former Arcadia Lions Club. Rex was a raceing fan, especially NASCAR and Indy Car. He loved playing doninoes, camping and especially spending time with his family and his faithful dog, Sadie.
He married Carolyn Jane (Parks) Baliff on June 2, 1956. She survives him. Also surviving are three daughters: Dana Jane Hubbard of Muncie, IN, M. Michele (Dennis) Kinder of Cicero, IN and Rowena Copeland of Cicero, IN, three grandchildren: Laura (Bill) Clark, Josie Copeland, and Chloe Copeland, and cousins: Rebecca and Allen Baliff.
Funeral services will be held Monday, August 6, 2012 at 10:30 A.M. at Hinkle Creek Friends Church, 21617 Hinkle Road, Noblesville, IN 46062 with Pastor Robert Stubbs officating. Burial will follow at Hinkle Creek Friends Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Hartley Funeral Homes Cicero Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Hinkle Creek Friends Church. You may share a memory or send condolences at http://www.hartleyfunralhomes.com/.
Rex was a graduate of Jackson Central High School with the Class of 1954. He then served his country in the Indiana National Guard for six years. Rex was a life-long farmer in the Cicero and Noblesville Communities. He also owned a trucking business, hauling stone and lime and he drove a school bus for Noblesville School Corporation for 21 years.
He was a member of Hinkle Creek Friends Church and of the former Arcadia Lions Club. Rex was a raceing fan, especially NASCAR and Indy Car. He loved playing doninoes, camping and especially spending time with his family and his faithful dog, Sadie.
He married Carolyn Jane (Parks) Baliff on June 2, 1956. She survives him. Also surviving are three daughters: Dana Jane Hubbard of Muncie, IN, M. Michele (Dennis) Kinder of Cicero, IN and Rowena Copeland of Cicero, IN, three grandchildren: Laura (Bill) Clark, Josie Copeland, and Chloe Copeland, and cousins: Rebecca and Allen Baliff.
Funeral services will be held Monday, August 6, 2012 at 10:30 A.M. at Hinkle Creek Friends Church, 21617 Hinkle Road, Noblesville, IN 46062 with Pastor Robert Stubbs officating. Burial will follow at Hinkle Creek Friends Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Hartley Funeral Homes Cicero Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Hinkle Creek Friends Church. You may share a memory or send condolences at http://www.hartleyfunralhomes.com/.
Thursday, August 2, 2012
When I want to be mean by Lisa TerKeurst
I recieved this essay via email from Annette and Velma. this is good stuff.
"So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." Colossians 2:6-7 (NIV 1984)
I looked at the text message in complete disbelief. Why couldn't this person see how insensitive and hurtful they were being?
I don't know who made up the saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can't ever hurt me." Either they had nerves of steel or they lived on a deserted island with no other people. Because not only do words hurt me, but they make me want to fight back and be mean, too.
Have you ever had a little situation with someone where you just knew you were right and they were wrong? Or at least you could make a really good case for your side of things?
Oh how I have this burning need to state my case in these kinds of situations. It's like an inner attorney rises up desperate to defend my rights and get the other person to see things my way. This is pretty normal, right?
Yes. But normal doesn't always mean good. Especially in light of today's key verse.
Colossians 2:6-7 reminds me, "So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." (NIV 1984)
I should live rooted in Jesus' teaching and overflow with thankfulness. The opposite of this is when I'm rooted in self-centered opinions and overflowing with grumbling. I need to let God show me how to see things from this other person's side and gain a different perspective. In doing so, I will be strengthened and taught.
Colossians 3:12-14 reminds me, "... as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity." (NIV 1984)
My job isn't to fix this person or make them see my side of things. My job is to obey God by offering an extension of the forgiveness I've been given. But I can also stay healthy in this situation by remembering forgiveness doesn't mean giving this person access in my life that sets me up for destructive patterns.
Finally, Colossians 3:17 reminds me, "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord, giving thanks to God the Father through him." (NIV 1984)
Everything I do and say tells a story of who I serve. If I act out of anger and spite, I give in to the ways of the enemy, spreading his darkness. If I honor the Lord with my actions, I serve to further the Name of Jesus and spread His light.
At the end of the day, honoring God leads to good things. Anything else leads to confusion, emotional exhaustion and a lack of good things.
I processed the text message mentioned above with my husband. He said something that brought much clarity. "Lysa, you know when you've taken the high road, God blesses you. You've seen these blessings over and over as you've made choices that honor God. So chose a blessing today and save yourself the emotional turmoil of trying to prove you're right."
He's a smart man.
I know this isn't easy stuff. I'm having to live it in the midst of feeling hurt. But I'm also feeling more at peace being able to see another perspective—a healthier perspective—a biblical perspective. And I'm really excited about the blessings that are surely coming my way.
Dear Lord, You know the hurtful words and actions that have been pummeled my way. Please give me Your strength to not retaliate, but instead to react based on Your Truth. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
Related Resources:
Whether right or wrong, learning to control our reactions is sometimes difficult. In Lysa's new book, Unglued, she shares personal experience and scriptural wisdom to help us make healthy decisions with our reactions. Click here to order your copy today!
Whether right or wrong, learning to control our reactions is sometimes difficult. In Lysa's new book, Unglued, she shares personal experience and scriptural wisdom to help us make healthy decisions with our reactions. Click here to order your copy today!
The accompanying Unglued Bible Study will help you understand what the Bible says about better ways to react. To order your copy, click here.
Are you ready to start learning to make wise choices in the midst of raw emotions but don't want to start it alone? On August 23rd at 8 p.m. EST we'll be hosting a FREE Unglued Webcast with a powerful message from Lysa TerKeurst to get you going. We'll also be featuring the radio personalities from K-Love! Please join us at www.klove.com. No makeup, shoes or preparation required. Sign up for the Unglued webcast email reminder here.
Reflect and Respond:
Are you struggling with an insensitive or down right mean person? Choose one inconvenient truth to pray and live out of.
Are you struggling with an insensitive or down right mean person? Choose one inconvenient truth to pray and live out of.
At the end of the day, honoring God leads to good things. Anything else leads to confusion, emotional exhaustion and a lack of good things.
Power Verses:
James 1:19-20, "My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires." (NIV)
James 1:19-20, "My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires." (NIV)
Funeral Arrangements for Rex Baliff
The calling for Rex Baliff will be this Sunday from 2-6 at Hartley Funeral Home in Cicero. The funeral will be at Hinkle at 10:30 a.m. on Monday with burial following at Hinkle Creek Cemetery. The Church will provide a meal for the family afterwards.
School of Prayer
Sharon Griffith just informed me that there will be a sign up sheet for anyone who is able to bring in some appetizers/finger food to serve after each of the School of Prayer events. So, that will be Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday evening. August 12-15. If you have any questions please feel free to call Sharon at 710-3402.
Thank you!
Kelly
Thank you!
Kelly
Please Pray
I received word this morning that Rex Baliff passed away last night. Arrangements are pending, but I will post as soon as I know for sure. I do know that he will be at Hartley's in Cicero. Please pray for Carolyn and all of the family as they struggle through this difficult time.
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
--Mahatma Gandhi
A man who was completely innocent, offered himself as a sacrifice for the good of others, including his enemies, and became the ransom of the world. It was a perfect act. --Mahatma Gandhi
C.S. Lewis
A man who was merely a man and said the sort of things Jesus said would not be a great moral teacher. He would either be a lunatic – on a level with the man who says he is a poached egg – or else he would be the Devil of Hell. You must make your choice. Either this man was, and is, the Son of God; or else a madman or something worse. You can shut Him up for a fool, you can spit at Him and kill him as a demon; or you can fall at His feet and call Him Lord and God. But let us not come with any patronizing nonsense about His being a great human teacher. He has not left that open to us. He did not intend to.--
REMINDER!
Wanted to remind everyone that this Sunday at 5:30 is our Singspiration with guest pianist, Rowena Holliday. Her husband Jack who is the Pastor of Anderson Friends will help me lead us in a season of prayer following the sing time. Then, you know how are gatherings are: FOOD! Well, not exactly food, but an ice cream social follows the whole thing with ice cream from Alexander's along with all the toppings! Hope you all can come for this special evening. The piano will be tuned tomorrow for all the upcoming events at Hinkle.
Also, on Tuesday evening, August 7th, I have called for a Church wide Fast and Prayer at 6:30 at the Church. Rather than having food and Bible Study, we will meet in the Sanctuary and pray together for the upcoming School of Prayer. Fasting on Tuesday evening is voluntary, but there will be no food at the Church that evening. Let's all come together as they did throughout the Bible at special times to Fast and Pray together in "one accord".
Also, on Tuesday evening, August 7th, I have called for a Church wide Fast and Prayer at 6:30 at the Church. Rather than having food and Bible Study, we will meet in the Sanctuary and pray together for the upcoming School of Prayer. Fasting on Tuesday evening is voluntary, but there will be no food at the Church that evening. Let's all come together as they did throughout the Bible at special times to Fast and Pray together in "one accord".
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