Red Hill Lutheran 2022-23

Know the Truth

"Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free." John 8:32

“I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:1-2

Almost everywhere in Orange County, the last few weeks, you can see snow on the local hills and mountains…a very rare occurrence! The majesty of our God is evident in this beautiful display! Some of you may have even enjoyed a “snow day” with your family and friends recently.

Where do you go for help when you need it; what do children witness in this regard? If you have a flat tire, you call AAA. If you have a clogged drain, you call a plumber (or maybe your spouse!). Where do we go for help when our world seems to be falling apart? Who is the expert in matters of life? The Psalmist makes it very clear when he says, “(Our) help comes from the Lord!” There is never a time when we are outside the loving care of our Heavenly Father. We never face our trials and temptations alone. He stands guard over our lives. He is our keeper, our Hope! He does not slumber nor sleep. He preserves our souls. His love is unconditional. God has promised victory and blessing to all who trust Him with their lives. It is a matter of urgency, then, that we live our lives in this refreshing knowledge! It is a matter of urgency that we share this HOPE and PROMISE with our children, friends, and neighbors! Let’s clearly demonstrate to everyone around us, and be reminded again when we see those snow-covered hills and mountains in our view …where does our help come from? “Our help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.”

This March newsletter is full of fun and exciting information about all aspects of the church and school ministry here at Red Hill Lutheran. Please spend some time to careful read and respond as necessary to items pertaining to your family. Thanks for your ongoing prayerful support and partnership in the eternally important process of Christian education.

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Christian Character Quality: HONESTY

Bible Verse: "Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members of one another." Ephesians 4:25

Philanthropy: CRU

This month we are going to support Red Hill Lutheran School Alumna and CRU missionary Ruth (St.George) Holland. She and her husband Ryan are both missionaries sharing the Gospel to college students while working for an organization called CRU that works on college campuses all around the world. They are both working at Oregon State University. This month we are going to:

● Collect money to buy Easter Candy Bags for them to give to college students. Each bag will

cost $2.50 and our goal is 500 bags.

● Pray for Ruth and Ryan that God would help them in their work.

● Write notes and Bible verses that can be put in the candy bags.

● Hear from Ruth about her time at Red Hill - what was her favorite class? What did she like to

play on the playground? When did she first start thinking about becoming a missionary?

Send other questions that you have to Miss. Caroline.

● Send a fun care package and letters to Ruth and Ryan to encourage them and thank them for serving God this way.

From Ruth: “This year Ryan and I are working with students at Oregon State University. I am excited about meeting students and connecting them to Christ. We want students to Know Jesus, Grow in their faith, and Go to the world equipped to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Thank you for your partnership and support!”

Here is a link that individuals and families can use to make a donation to support this former Eagle! https://give.cru.org/1113442

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!

The Spring Online Auction will be open March 6th- 10th.

Don't miss these amazing experiences and auction items!

Teacher experiences to include: Surfing, Horseback Riding, Universal Studios and much more.

Basket Highlights: Angels Tickets, Pilates Party, Gondola Cruise and more.

Don't forget to sign up on the RHLS App under Online Auction today!

There is one more PTF General meeting this year. Please join us!

Tuesday April 25th at 8:30am in Peter's Parish

PICTURE DAY THURSDAY MARCH 9TH

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Easter Camps will be available April 11-14. Registrations will open later this month - be sure to sign up your elementary student for 1, 2, 3 or all 4 days for a hopping good time!

Summer Registration will be opening soon! Click image for a complete listing of all our camps, the weekly themes and prices.

Literacy Week is Wrapping Up 3/3!

Here is what's in store for our books and dress up days:

Wednesday 3/1

Caps for sale

Esphyr Slobodkina

(Caps and Chapel uniform)

Thursday 3/2

Cat in the hat

Dr. Seuss

(Striped Clothing)

Friday 3/3

Grace for President

Kelly DiPucchio

(Patriotic Colors/USA)

JV basketball season is in full swing! Here are some upcoming games to check out....

Boy's JV 5/6 Basketball

March 2 RHLS versus St. John’s A 3:15 Trinity gym

March 9 RHLS versus Hephatha 3:30 at Hephatha

March 23 RHLS versus Christ Brea 3:30 Trinity

March 29 RHLS versus St. Paul’s A 4:10 at St. Paul’s Orange

March 30 RHLS versus St. John’s B 4:10 at Trinity

Coach: John Dovenmuehler jdovenmuehler@redhillschool.org

Boy's JV 5th Basketball

March 9 RHLS versus St. John's A 3:30 at Trinity

March 21 RHLS versus St. Paul's B 4:15 at St. Paul's Orange

March 22 RHLS versus St. John's 5B 3:15 Trinity

March 28 RHLS versus ASLS 3:30 at Abiding Savior

Contact: Phil Gaylor pgaylor@redhillschool.org

Girl's JV 6th Basketball

March 1 RHLS versus Salem 3:30 at Trinity

March 2 RHLS versus St. Paul’s 4:15 at Trinity

March 7 RHLS versus St. John’s RHLS 3:15 St. John’s Orange

March 8 RHLS versus ASLS 3:30 at Abiding Savior

March 21 RHLS versus St. Paul’s 3:15 at St. Paul's Orange

March 28 RHLS versus Hephatha 3:30 at Hephatha

March 29 RHLS versus Christ CM 3:30 at Trinity

Coach: Tracy Coggins tcoggins@redhillschool.org

Girls JV 5th Basketball

March 1 RHLS versus St. John’s B 3:15 at St. John’s Orange

March 3 RHLS versus Salem 3:30 at Salem

March 8 RHLS versus St. John’s A 3:30 at Trinity

March 22 RHLS versus St. John’s B 4:15 at Trinity

March 28 RHLS versus St. John’s A 4:15 at St. John’s Orange

March 29 RHLS versus St. Paul’s 3:15 at St. Paul’s Orange

March 30 RHLS versus Salem 3:10 at Trinity

Coach: Veronica Chino vchino@redhillschool.org

Upcoming Garden Dates for Garden are March 20th - March 24th. Please click on garden image below for volunteer opportunities.

2/27-3/3: Literacy Week.

3: ASB OC Rescue Mission Field Trip

3: Mother Son Bowling Night

6: String Orchestra Disney Instrumental Soundtrack Field Trip

9: Spring Photos

10: Middle School Academic & 5-8 Sports Awards Ceremony

11: Handbells Young Ringers Festival Concordia Field Trip

13-15: 5th Grade Palomar Field Trip

13-15: 6th Grade Astrocamp Field Trip

13-15: 7th Grade Catalina Field Trip

14: 4th Grade Ocean Institute Field Trip

16-17: Spring Break: No school, No camp

24: Preschool Spring Sing

25-31: 8th Grade Washington DC Field Trip

31: K-2 Spring sing 1 pm

Transitional Kindergarten Zoom Preview

Wednesday, March 8th

From 6:45-7:45 pm

Meeting ID:

493 972 8023

Passcode: 944539

Parents in Prayer: Parents and church members are invited to join our "Parents in Prayer" group. This group meets every Wednesday, 8:15-8:45 am, in Peter's Parish.

The purpose of the group is to pray for our school, teachers, administrators, staff, and students on a weekly basis. You may also submit prayer requests on the RHLS APP.

Please contact Katie Gillin with questions at kgillin@redhillschool.org.

Faculty & Staff Birthdays at Red Hill for the month of March

15: Mrs. Christine Aguilar (1st Grade Teacher)

30: Miss Evelyn Arceo (K-8 Support Staff)

Mid-Week Lenten Dinners and Bible Study/Small Groups

All families are invited to join us on Wednesday evenings for dinner and Bible Study/Small Groups during the month of March. Dinner will be served at 6:00pm in the CLC (Christian Life Center). Bible Study/Small Groups will immediately follow starting at 6:30pm. The evening concludes at 7:30pm. There is something for everyone.

· Nursery, Toddlers & Preschool in Classroom 11

· Kindergarten - 5th Grade in the K.I.D.S. Zone

· Middle School/High School in Peter’s Parish

· Adults in the CLC

Red Hill's Youth and Family Ministry (YFM) Team is devoted to the whole family throughout all the phases. We take a personal approach to ministry spanning a family's ages and stages. Each area partners dedicated staff, invested and trained small group leaders, and loving, supportive parents to leverage relationships for the sake of deep faith in the lives of our children and students. Our community purposefully seeks to walk with families as they raise godly and incredible kids. Our specific ministry areas share timely encouragement and program information.

For more information, please contact our YFM Team.

Beth Stoffregen, Director of Children’s Ministry at beths@redhillchurch.org

Phil Gaylor, Director of Student Ministry at pgaylor@redhillchurch.org

Our Nursery Ministry Team loves teaching tremendous truths about God and His love to our youngest little ones. Classes for babies, toddlers and preschool-aged kids is offered during both worship services by our Nursery Ministry Team in Classroom 11. All children of our RHL families and visitors, six weeks of age through 4 years of age, are invited to attend.

Red Hill Lutheran Church offers a Sunday Morning K.I.D.S. Ministry Program for all children in

Kindergarten through 5th Grade, during our 10:00am worship service. Check-In begins at 9:45am in the K.I.D.S. Zone.

Using a combination of large group and small group conversations and activities, we intentionally strive to create an engaging environment where children come to Know Jesus, Impact the world around them, become Disciples of Jesus, and Serve others - K.I.D.S.! All kids are invited to join us, regardless of church affiliation.

K.I.D.S. Ministry Teaching Series – CHANGING GEARS

A 4-WEEK STUDY FROM THE NEW TESTAMENT on JESUS’ MINISTRY

Clank! Beep! Clunk! Kids love robots, especially ones that can transform into something new or have really cool abilities. In this four-week series from Jesus’ ministry on earth, you’ll introduce kids to a different story each week that shows us how God’s truths never change, but Jesus changes everything — including us! We’ll see that we change when we know who God is, our past doesn’t change God’s love for us, and that Jesus changes how we see things because Jesus can change anything!

Middle School Ministry Teaching Series – FOCUS

A 4-WEEK STUDY FROM THE GOSPELS & PSALMS ON SPIRITUAL GROWTH

It’s not easy to stay focused. Especially these days, when we’re connected to a never-ending stream of new notifications, ads, messages, videos, posts, and entertainment, it makes sense if we feel a little distracted sometimes. Maybe you’ve struggled recently to stay focused on your homework, or on the story your friend was telling you, or on the movie you were watching — but have you ever struggled to stay focused when you

were spending time with God? In this four-week series, we’re going to get honest about how difficult it can be to stay focused when we’re trying to pray, read the Bible, or grow in our faith. Each week, we’ll explore passages from Psalms and the Gospels as we challenge ourselves to focus on practicing four spiritual disciplines that can help us grow. Together, we’ll try focusing on what God has said, on giving something up, on talking to God, and on rest.

Summer Camps

Both High School students and Middle School students are heading to Forest Home this summer for a great adventure. Registration for both of these events is now open. Register early for a “early bird discount”! Visit www.redhillchurch.org/youth-family or contact Phil Gaylor at pgaylor@redhillchurch.org with any questions.

Have you downloaded the Red Hill Lutheran School mobile app? The app is designed for current students and parents, and has all the RHLS information you need, right at your fingerprints.

Email: rhlsoffice@redhillschool.org
Website: www.redhillschool.org
Location: 13200 Red Hill Avenue, Tustin, CA, USA
Phone: 714-544-3132