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The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth. Psalm 145:18

5-14-13- Mike Jensen is cancer-free. However, because his tumor was classified as a Grade 3 Tumor, he will undergo 6 weeks of radiation therapy and 9 weeks of chemo. After this, they will take an MRI to see if things still look the same, and then go from there. Please continue to pray Mike through his recovery, radiation, and chemo, and pray that he will be cancer-free for good.

5-14-13- Please pray for evangelism outreaches in India to be powerful and effective. Pray that hearts would be open and receptive to the good news of Jesus Christ.

5-13-13- Bruce and Kathy Kubik and their family have safely returned to the US. Bruce is currently in inpatient rehab at Covenant. The family is very thankful for all the prayers and are also thankful for all the prayers that are yet to come. Please continue to pray for healing for Bruce.

5-13-13- Please pray for Ronnie Bolhuis, the son of MaryAnn Bolhuis and the brother of Shirley Lamprecht. He had open-heart surgery on May 10th, after suffering a heart attack on the 9th. Please pray for a quick and full recovery with no complications.

5-10-13– Butch Stricker had outpatient rotator cuff repair surgery yesterday.  Last night he was running a high temperature and he may have to go back to the hospital.

5-9-13- Six-year-old Lanie Hettinger, of Iowa City, is on the transplant list for a new liver and kidneys. It’s possible she will get a triple transplant to include her pancreas. After her transplants, Lanie will spend a minimum of one month in the hospital in Minneapolis and another month as an outpatient. Please pray for peace and comfort for Lanie and her parents, Luke & Ali. Please also pray for the family to receive the financial support they will need to afford these transplant surgeries. For daily prayer needs, you can follow Lanie’s story on Facebook at “Living thru Lanie.”

5-9-13– Nathan & Bobbi Vandegrift had a baby girl, Natalie Marie, on May 8.

5-9-13- Melinda Cook’s gall bladder surgery went well. She was able to leave the hospital on Saturday, and is now recovering at home. Please pray for a quick and smooth recovery.

5-7-13- Mike Jensen had a successful surgery to remove a brain tumor. Please pray that tests will show that his tumor is benign, and please pray for a quick and smooth recovery.

A variety of groups meet at Orchard Hill Church throughout the week.

Marriage is God's design. We value healthy marriages and helping couples of all ages grow and maintain a God-honoring marriage. There are many ways individuals can work at having a healthy marriage and raising a healthy family. We promote and provide ways to encourage you in these areas.

Our mission is to help students more fully know, experience, and participate in the truth of God's grace and love. We offer many exciting ways to join in this mission..

MINISTRY PURPOSE 

To encourage adults to receive Christ, to grow spiritually and to utilize their gifts and experience in active Christian outreach to people of all ages.

MINISTRY DESCRIPTION

OHC recognizes the unique challenges for adults age "55 & better" to stay actively connected in a church that continues to grow and change at an amazing pace. ROUTE 55 is led by staff, Jean Gedlinske, along with a volunteer leadership team, and offers regular social, service & spiritual growth opportunities throughout the year.

The ROUTE 55 Leadership Team typically meets on the first Monday of each month at 1:00 pm at the church.  If you would like to get more involved, contact  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

The Orchard Hill Fitness program strives to open the doors of the church in a non-traditional format, offering fitness classes that feature positive music, great workout and an uplifting message from the Lord.

SCHEDULE Fall 2012
9am classes begin August 20, 2012

**(classes are NOT held when CF elementary schools are not in session)

Monday 9-10am - taught by Tamara*: This cardio and strength mixed class offers a variety of activities to increase stamina with cardio, weights, balls and more.

Wednesday 9-10am - taught by Kris*: This high-energy interval training class alternates intermediate/advanced step choreography with intensive muscle conditioning for a total-body workout.

Friday 9-10am - taught by Holly*: This intermediate/advanced class utilizes challenging segments of cardiovascular work, muscle conditioning, and other athletic drills to ensure a complete total body workout.

*All of our instructors are volunteers, yet you would never know it (they know their stuff!)