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Have you heard about Pub Theology and wondered what it’s like? In the summer 2024 issue of Salt & Light, Pastor Phil Quinn describes it this way: Hope Church Pub Theology is a progressive space for adults from all walks of life and ideologies to come together and discuss perspectives on God, philosophy, and faith, […]
Dismantling Hope’s pipe organ was a fascinating procedure! Each pipe was carefully removed and packed for transport. The keyboard, pedals, and stops were removed from the chancel and readied for shipping. Even the angel carvings had to be taken down to safely remove the larger pipes (some of which were carried by four people!) The […]
Pizza Sundays happen once a month at Hope Church, typically the last Sunday of each month. They are a great time for fellowship after the morning service. Note that occasionally the date must change because of holidays! The weekly emails confirm the plan for each week. Plan to join us for pizza and fellowship. All are […]
In the olden days (everybody has them! just with different dates) members of Hope Church could clip articles from the newspaper and bring them into the office. They’d be posted on bulletin boards or referenced in newsletter articles, so that members of the Hope Church community could stay informed about each others’ lives and accomplishments. […]
January 1, 2024. During this winter season, you may have noticed that there is an increase in the number of people getting COVID , along with other respiratory illnesses. During our Sunday church services, you are encouraged (not required) to wear a face mask as this can help protect you and others in a large […]
Christmas Offering for Community Carbon Fund Hope Church is committed to caring for God’s creation. Recognizing that this moment in history is bringing an opportunity to impact creation in a helpful way, the deacons have designated this year’s Christmas offering for West Michigan’s new Community Carbon Fund. Launched by the Outdoor Discover Center and the […]
The Justice & Reconciliation Ministry has enjoyed putting together an experience that’s designed to be creative and inspiring, challenging and collaborative, fun and engaging. The goal has been to provide a conversational starting point for all of us, no matter our age—from 12 to 102—about racial justice and reconciliation. In order to inspire and entice […]
On Sunday, October 22, at 4pm, Hope Church will be hosting a Spanish Language Hymn Sing-Along, with the Hope Church Choir being joined by the choirs from First United Methodist Church of Holland and Grace Episcopal Church. Below is a note from Hope Church Director of Music and Organist, Rhonda Edgington: “Many of you know […]
After a request for a suggestion on a daily devotional, Pastor Jill reached out to Jane Schuyler, whose career as a Christian educator, denominational staff member curating and sharing resources for the church, and annual attendance even in retirement at the Association of Partners in Christian Education (APCE) prepared her to respond! We’re sharing this […]
September 10, 2023 The Annual Fall Kick-Off at Hope Church is just around the corner. After a relaxing summer break, we will be back in full swing with Adult Education at 9:40, Choir Rehearsal at 10:00, nursery care, and much more. The Worship Service returns to its regular time at 11:00 and this Sunday will […]