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The Testimonial Approach
By Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D. on January 29, 2023This teaching will explore the importance of every believer being ready and able to share their testimony about how they came to know Jesus as their Lord. Pastor Bruce will examine the apostle Paul’s testimony from Acts 22 and offer us tips on how we can craft our own personal
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“The Confrontational Approach”
By Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D. on January 22, 2023All followers of Jesus should be able to tell people about the gospel. In this teaching Dr. Bruce will explain what the “confrontational approach” is to sharing the good news about Jesus. This method is the most common one found in Scripture and deals with confronting people in their sin
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Spiritual Receptivity
By Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D. on January 15, 2023The core of spiritual life takes place in the heart. Everybody’s heart is different. Why are some people hardened against God and want nothing to do with him? Why are some people open to having a conversation about Jesus and show great interest? In both cases, it’s a question of
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What is the Gospel?
By Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D. on January 8, 2023In this teaching pastor Bruce presents a detailed presentation of the gospel. This is part I of his teaching series: Tell the Jesus Story Well.
Speakers
Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D.
PastorAaron Olsen
Ministry Board Vice-chairman
Team Members

Bruce Guckelberg, Ph.D.
PastorHillcrest Church welcomes Bruce Guckelberg as their new pastor. In June of 2019 Bruce and his wife Carol assumed the pastorate of Hillcrest Church as interim pastor. Bruce is a 33 year veteran of ministry in Chicago, Sacramento, San Jose, Upstate New York, and now in Roseville. Bruce also teaches at the Institute in Carmichael and has authored five books. His most recent is a commentary on Philippians titled: “Philippians: Ridiculous Joy.” He has also traveled in the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua training pastors and their key leaders. Bruce has a passion for preaching God’s word and building the next generation of leaders. His teaching is practical and relevant to everyday life. The best thing to do is come and check it out.
Team Members

Aaron Olsen
Ministry Board Vice-chairmanAaron is taking classes through Simpson University at the Woodland extension center and is pursuing ordination with the Christian & Missionary Alliance. He plays bass on the worship team and is involved in the media ministry.