Hanoi International Church

Summer Preaching Schedule – PLEASE SIGN UP!

J.P. Cima — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:43:07 +0000

HIC NEEDS YOUR HELP! As we begin to enter a summer of scattered travel schedules, it is important that we plan ahead for homilies at HIC, since it is vital every week that the Word of God is proclaimed and expounded upon in worship. Moreover, giving a homily arguably requires more prep than any other aspect of worship, and so it is beneficial to have the schedule set in advance.

For all those interested, please use this form to let me know your availability for giving a homily over the summer. I hope to have the preaching schedule filled through August. All are welcome to sign up to give a homily at HIC, from experienced speakers to first-timers! Help and guidance are available for those who are interested but might find it a bit intimidating.

Once I have populated the list, it is my hope that no one person will preach more than once a month over the summer. Those who have signed up will receive a draft schedule to confirm.

You can see the weekly lectionary readings here.

Thanks so much! –J.P.

Japanese Fellowship

J.P. Cima — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:32:30 +0000

Pastor Ainoura is visting Hanoi and will be leading and preaching at the Japanese fellowship on May 20, starting at 13:45. What a wonderful opportunity! All Japanese-speakers are welcome to attend. It will be held at the Water Supply Village clubhouse, #3 Pham Than Duat, Cau Giay. Dinner will be served after the worship time.

Strategic Management Plan

J.P. Cima — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:30:49 +0000

Thanks to all those who gave their feedback on the draft Strategic Management Plan. The Council met this past Monday evening to review those comments and will be making adjustments accordingly. The next draft will be made available via hard copy at an upcoming Sunday service. Copies can also be requested electronically via email through belong@hanoichurch.com.

End of the Year Party – June 10 after church

J.P. Cima — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:30:44 +0000

Hank and Donna Tomlinson have graciously offered their home for an End of the Year Party. Thanks, Hank and Donna! After receiving feedback on the best day, June 10 has been selected. The festivities will begin after church, and will be “bring-a-plate” style. More info to come.

Ba Dinh Bible Study

J.P. Cima — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:30:40 +0000

The Ba Dinh Bible study will meet this Sunday evening, 7:30pm, at the Swedish Camp. They will continue their study of Acts; this week is Acts 13. All are welcome to join! Email J.P. at badinh.study@hanoichurch.com for more info.

Serve at HIC!

J.P. Cima — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:30:35 +0000

HIC is a volunteer led church. We rely on volunteers for all aspects of congregational life. Opportunities exist in areas of preaching/testimonial, service leading, music, Sunday school, and many others. Please send an email to belong@hanoichurch.com to sign up or if you would like more information.

Do you love working with websites?

J.P. Cima — Tue, 15 May 2012 01:30:30 +0000

Did you know that nowadays most of HIC’s visitors find us via our website? HIC is thus looking for a creative and motivated Hanoi-based volunteer who understands the identity of HIC to take on the administration and development of our website. We need someone who can not only work with what is there, but also push the website into greater functionality according to the needs of a growing and thriving HIC. Candidates will need to be skilled in the WordPress platform and PHP.

Are you a person who can help us with this? Then please send an email to belong@hanoichurch.com to find out more!

Tay Ho Neighborhood Yard Sale, May 26, 10am-1pm

Mishka Cira — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:54:17 +0000

Get ready to shop …

Where: Tay Ho Neighborhood Yard Sale – Over 10 locations and growing! Final map will be sent by email the week of the sale.

When: Saturday, May 26 from 10am-1pm (please no early birds!)

What You Can Buy: Furniture, Household Items, Kids & Adult Clothes, Toys, Children’s and Adult Books, Electronics, Sports Equipment, Plants … and much more!

Maps Available on May 26th
* At the Tay Ho Weekend Market (#4, Alley 12, Lane 67 To Ngoc Van)
* At Sale Locations (look for balloons marking participating homes)
* In advance via email (week of the sale)

Please share this notice with your friends, colleagues, community groups, neighbors, etc.

HIC Strategic Management Plan Draft – YOUR FEEDBACK NEEDED!

J.P. Cima — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:33:32 +0000

The HIC Council, with the invaluable guidance of Jim Packard-Winkler, has been hard at work to discuss, identify, and put to words what HIC is and what HIC can grow to be. This has resulted in a Strategic Management Plan (SMP) draft. It is the Council’s hope that the SMP will guide us into the future as we plan our activities and programs, and also be an invaluable tool as HIC welcomes a new pastor.

Please note that the SMP is currently in draft form only. The Council needs the input of the entire HIC community in this effort. We want this document to represent HIC as accurately and compellingly as possible. Thus we have created a survey form that you can use to share your impressions and ideas. We welcome any and all feedback. Once feedback has been gathered and considered, a final draft will be circulated to the HIC membership for approval at a congregational meeting.

You can find the survey, which includes the SMP in its entirety, at this link. The form can be completed quickly, but there are also spaces where fuller thoughts can be shared if you would like to (and we certainly encourage it!).

THE COUNCIL WILL ACCEPT SURVEY FORMS THROUGH THE END OF THE DAY ON MAY 11.

Ba Dinh Bible Study

J.P. Cima — Thu, 10 May 2012 14:32:49 +0000

The Ba Dinh Bible study will meet this Sunday evening, 7:30pm, at the Swedish Camp. They will continue their study of Acts; this week is Acts 12. All are welcome to join! Email J.P. at badinh.study@hanoichurch.com for more info.