Search Results

Paul D. Sisson Minister A Message from Paul I am amazed at what God has done in my life of 71 years. My desire for you is to find the true purpose of your life in Christ. The realization of fulfilled goals that lay before us are God’s victories yet to be revealed. “To the Work, To the Work, we are servants of God”. May a joyful song ring out in serving Jesus today! My Story My sister Patty and I were baptized into Christ on Easter Sunday when I was 13 years old. My young life was formed by the love of the Church membership who ignited a spiritual desire within me to always serve Christ. I graduated from Rapid City Central High School in 1969. The following year at the urging of my father I attended college at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City. There I studied Civil Engineering for one year and realized that this is not what I wanted to do. My home Church continued to encourage me to go to Bible College. It was a hard meeting informing my father that I wanted to prepare for the ministry and felt God’s calling on my life. He informed me that he would not help me and I would be on my own. That fall I loaded my old car and drove to Huron, SD to attend Dakota Bible College for the next 4 years. My home church paid for every semester for all four years until I graduated with a Degree in Sacred Literature. While in Bible College I married, Janice Dietz, the love of my life and partner in ministry for 48 years until her death from cancer at Christmas time in 1999. God blessed us with two children, Jennifer and Bryan. Jennifer lives in Lewisville, TX. She and her husband Chris have two grown children Lydia and Titus. Jennifer is the principle 2nd Violinist with the Allen, TX Philharmonic Symphony. She also has a private studio teaching violin and viola. Bryan lives in Galveston, TX and is both a published writer and Anthropologist. He specializes in Egyptian History and has made several trips to the Middle East. While spending one summer in Jordan he worked on an archeological dig and was able to recover a piece of clay pottery that bore the insignia of the Kings Potter at the time of Ruth. The Jordanians were very excited and have placed Bryan’s find in their Museum of Antiquities and noted as found by Bryan D. Sisson. Through the windows of family life there have been many challenges. However the dedication to family has never wavered from our desire to lift up Christ. I am a proud father and blessed for the gifts that He has given to my wife Janice and I. Now I gaze alone through the window of more dreams yet to be realized in serving Christ. Contact paul.sisson@hillcrestmckinney.org

OUR BELIEFS About God There is one God, eternally existing in three distinct persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and each possesses all of the attributes of God. God is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe and everything in it. Only God is truly good and is the source of all comfort. God is light and in Him, there is no darkness. God is love. ​ Matthew 3.16-17 ; Luke 18:19 ; John 14.9-10 ; 2nd Corinthians 1:3 ; 1st John 4:8; Deuteronomy 6.4-6 ​ About Jesus Jesus Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He created all things. He existed before anything else and he holds all creation together. He is the head of the church, the Son of God who was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, was crucified, buried, and physically raised from the dead. Salvation is through Jesus, for all who believe. He is the only way man may have an eternal relationship with God. ​ Luke 1.32-35 ; John 3.16 ; John 14:6 ; Acts 4:10-12 ; 1 Corinthians 15.3-4 ; Colossians‬ ‭1:15-20 ; Hebrews 4:14,15 ​ About The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is One with the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit convicts a believer of sin and draws all man towards God. The Holy Spirit lives within every baptized believer to guide them, intercede to the Father for them, and offer peace in a broken world. The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. ​ 1 Corinthians 3.16 ; Acts 2.38 ; John 16.8; Galatians 5:22,23 ​ ​ ​ About Mankind God created mankind in His image to live in a loving and personal relationship with Him. However, through one act of disobedience by the first of mankind, sin separated all people from their relationship with God. No one is righteous, for all have sinned and the consequence of sin is death and eternal judgment. Jesus is the only mediator between God and mankind. ​ Genesis 1.26 ; Genesis 3 ; Ecclesiastes 7:20 ; Isaiah 59:1,2 ; Romans 1:18-20 ; Romans 3:23 ; Romans 5:12-19 ; Romans 7:8-11 ; John 14.6; 1 Timothy 2:5 About Salvation Because of God's love for us, He sent His Son Jesus Christ to give us eternal life. Salvation is offered to us by the grace of God, not by works. This is made possible only by the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Salvation is found only through Jesus Christ. Jesus tells us that those who believe and are baptized will be saved. We believe that salvation comes by faith, repentance, confession,, and baptism by immersion into the Holy Trinity. ​ John 3:16 ; John 1:12,13 ; Acts 4:12 ; Ephesians 2::4-9 ; Mark 16:15,16 ; Acts 2:38 ; Galatians 3:26-29 ; Romans 10:9 , 1 Peter 3:21 ; Romans 6:3-10 ​ About The Church The Church was established by Jesus Christ. It will exist for all time and will not be conquered. The church is not a place to gather, rather it is the gathering of Christ's people. Those who believe and are baptized are added to Christ's church. Members of Christ's church should meet together as one body for prayer, fellowship, teaching, and sharing in the Lord's Supper. ​ Matthew 16.18 ; Acts 2:40-42; Romans 10:12 ; Ephesians 1:21-23 ; 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 About Baptism Baptism is a command from Christ for all believers. The word "baptism” comes from the Greek word baptízō , which means “to submerge, dip under, immerse.” Thus, baptism is to be immersed underwater. We are baptized into the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit for the sake of righteousness. It unites us with Christ’s death and resurrection to give us a new life in Him. In baptism, we receive the Holy Spirit and our sins are placed on the cross. It saves us through the resurrection of Christ. Faith, confession, and repentance are necessary before being baptized. Matthew 3:13-16 ; Matthew 28:18-20 ; Mark 16:15,16 ; Acts 2:38-40 ; Acts 16:30-33; Acts 19:1-5 ; Acts 18:8 ; Acts 22:16 ; Romans 6:3-11 ; Galatians 3:26-29 ; Ephesians 4:4-6 ; Colossians 2:11-14 ; 1st Peter 3:21,22 About The Lord's Supper Jesus referred to His body as the bread of life. His body and the blood are the atoning sacrifice to take away our sins and give us eternal life. On the night before Christ was crucified, He told His disciples to eat bread and drink wine in remembrance of Him because they represent His body and blood. When we eat and drink at the Lord’s Table, we use crackers and juice for these emblems. It should be eaten when we gather as a church body to worship, with thanksgiving and reverence in a worthy manner. ​ Matthew 26:26-28 ; Mark 14:22-24 ; Luke 22:19,20 ; 1st Corinthians 10:16,17 ; 1st Corinthians 11:26-29

LOVE GOD. LOVE PEOPLE. LOVE BY GOING. NEW HERE? WELCOME! About Us Our Beliefs Our Values CONTACT US SUBMIT Thank you for contacting us!

Hillcrest Christian Church Church Defined: Week 5: October 10, 2021 Play Video All Videos Listen on Sound Cloud Listen on Apple Podcasts Watch on Youtube

BLESSINGS BOX The Hillcrest Blessings Box continues to provide much-needed resources for our community. Please continue to support our ministry by providing the items listed in the document below. Donations can be placed in the gray bin outside the sanctuary before or after our Sunday services. ​ Our blessings box is open 24/7 and is available for anyone in need.

DOMESTIC MISSIONS Translators Refugee Ministry https://pioneerbible.org Pioneer Bible Translators c/o Eric and Melissa 9829 Rich Keen Ct. St. Louis, MO 63123 Ron Riley, Executive Director https://cooksonhills.org/ https://facebook.com/cooksonhills (918) 597-2192 ​ 60416 Highway 10 Kansas, OK 74347

CORE VALUES GOD'S WORD The Bible is God’s way of conversing with man. Although forty authors penned sixty-six “books” in the Bible, they were inspired to do so by God Himself. We believe the Bible to be inspired and to provide all knowledge necessary for genuine life. Preaching and teaching at Hillcrest is from the Bible. COMMUNITY We exist to be in relationship – first with God and then with one another. The ultimate picture of community is the Godhead (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit). Living apart from God is impossible. Secondly, man was made to exist with one another. One cannot be the person God desires them to be without another. At Hillcrest, we value opportunities to establish community with God and with each other. People doing life together is important! DISCIPLESHIP Jesus Christ told us to become followers and then encourage others to be followers. Discipleship is a life-long journey toward becoming like Jesus Christ. As Christ served those around Him, we value opportunities to do the same. Hillcrest provides age-appropriate possibilities for spiritual growth.

Adulting Academy Classes Start Wed. 9/13/23 7:00pm to 8:30pm Weekly Welcome to Adulting Academy: Life Skills for Success and Independence! Are you ready to conquer the challenges of adulting and navigate your way to success? Look no further! Adulting Academy (a ministry of Hillcrest Christian Church) is here to equip you with the essential life skills to thrive in adulthood. Best of all, these classes are entirely free of charge! Starting in September 2023, Adulting Academy offers a comprehensive range of courses and workshops to help you master the art of adulting. We understand that transitioning into adulthood can be overwhelming, but we're here to guide you every step of the way. Our program covers various categories, diving deep into the areas that matter most to young adults like you. We've got you covered, from personal finance and job search skills to study strategies and digital literacy. Our instructors are passionate about empowering you with practical knowledge and strategies that will set you up for success. To get started, you only need to fill out our contact form indicating the categories you're most interested in. Whether you're keen on honing your cooking skills, learning about cybersecurity, or mastering automobile maintenance, we cater to your needs and interests. Don't worry if you can't decide on just one category – you can select multiple options. Once you've submitted the contact form , our team will contact you to provide more details about the upcoming sessions and schedules. We're committed to informing you every step of the way, ensuring you have all the information you need to make the most of this incredible opportunity. We understand that learning skills and navigating life's complexities can be challenging. At Adulting Academy, we provide support and guidance to those who may need it. Our goal is to equip you with essential tools and skills to navigate adulthood successfully. Remember, adulting doesn't have to be daunting. With Adulting Academy by your side, you can embrace the challenges and succeed. Fill out the contact form now and embark on a transformative learning experience. We can't wait to see you in class! Note: As we finalize the course schedules and additional details, we will continue to follow up with you to provide more information. We're committed to ensuring you have all the necessary updates to effectively plan your journey with Adulting Academy. First Name Last Name Email Phone Skills Categories Automobile Operation and Maintenance Career Planning and Development Communication Skills Cooking and Baking Cybersecurity Awareness Digital Literacy and Technology Skills Home Care Job Search Skills Personal Development Personal Finance and Money Management Strategies and Skills for Studying Suggestions for Other Areas Send Thanks for submitting!

NEED PRAYER? Submit a prayer request Name Email Subject Phone I certify the above information is my own. Prayer Request Submit Your prayer request has been sent.

My Items I'm a title. ​Click here to edit me.

Our Team Members I'm a title. ​Click here to edit me.

VOLUNTEER Interested in plugging in at Hillcrest? We'd love your help! ​ Fill out the form below with the positions you are interested in volunteering for. VOLUNTEER