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By the Reconciliation Ministry Striving toward the goal of racial equity and evolution towards anti-racism, we at Hope Church seek education, information, and inspiration by asking “What do you recommend?” Our faith group of readers, learners, and activists turned to the Reconciliation Ministry with the task of curating a list of contemporary books, podcasts, and […]
A sustainably managed lawn is pet and people friendly Our own Lisa Denison loves all things natural, which led her to launch a consulting service in sustainable practices. She’s also a big fan of local businesses. You can learn more at www.flowercoach.com. Here she interviews Steve Veldheer of Good Sweet Earth, an organic yard care […]
By Jim Brownson I’ve been asked to write a summary of the 2020 Vision Team report, which is online on the RCA’s website. Writing a summary is a complex task: there are many different views within the denomination, including a variety represented on the Vision Team, and they disagree. Moreover, this year’s General Synod was […]
By Rhonda Edgington, Hope Church Associate Director of Music & Organist A number of you tuned in to my livestream organ concert in July; thanks for so many supportive comments and emails! Considering all the appreciation we’ve heard for that event, I’ve been brainstorming other new ways we can share and enjoy live music while […]
By Jocelyn Van Heest, Children’s Ministry Director So many things have changed in many aspects of our lives, affecting how we act: masks, sanitizers, physical distancing, learning new technologies. Who could have imagined all of these changes? What hasn’t changed is our commitment and concern for the children of Hope Church. The overarching goal is […]
By Pastor Beth Carroll Necessity truly is the mother of invention. Hope Church youth have had just as much change in their lives as any adults, and they amaze with their ability to roll with the punches and make the best of not being able to be with their communities. Like most organizations, our youth […]
Click here to catch up on the latest Hope Church news with the Autumn issue of “Salt and Light”! In this issue: Youth Group: Memories and Meaning Listening to Live Music in 2020 Resources for Anti-Racism Work and Racial Equity Recalibrating Grace: Micah, My Brain Stem, and Me Worship Spaces: Together While Apart
Dear Hope Church Friends, Even in these very disrupted times, we’re following the rhythm of summer into fall to turn toward some additional church program offerings. Since last March, we have focused on our core identities of worship, care, and service, and we’ve been grateful for your support and connection in doing so. But this […]
The Congregation is challenged to match a $1200 donation to Good Samaritan to help stop evictions. Please see the letter about this challenge from Hope Church members HERE, and send your donations as instructed before the September 6 deadline. Thank you to the Sabbath Economics group for their leadership, and thank you for your support for […]
Hosted by Rhonda Edgington and Randy Smit I recently read that everyone is writing these days about the pandemic, and anything else may act like it’s not about the pandemic, but it really is. That seems pertinent to this newsletter’s Poetry Corner, and our thoughts preparing this column. On one hand, it’s the elephant in […]