General Synod Review: July 14

Summer Adult Education Offering Sunday, July 14 11:15 a.m. Commons I General Synod is an annual meeting of representatives from congregations of the Reformed Church in America to make decisions that affect the entire denomination. The 207th General Synod met this year at Central College in Pella, Iowa, from June 20 through 25. Among those […]

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Star Gazing Outing: July 13

Saturday, July 13 9:00 – 10:30pm Hemlock Crossing Star Gazing: Program and sky viewing will be conducted by the Shoreline Amateur Astronomical Association, for adults and older children. Telescopes will be provided, or bring your own. Dress to be outside, and bring binoculars and a chair. Cancelled if raining or overcast. This is an Ottawa […]

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July Calendar and Lectionary

Download the Hope Church July Calendar and Lectionary Printed copies are available at each of the sanctuary entrances as well as at the Welcome Desk in the Gathering Area. Please check the online calendar and Hope Church Facebook page for updates and schedule changes.

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Tri-Youth Geo-Caching: July 21

WHO? Fish Club and High Hopes and Friends WHAT? Geo-Caching and Ice Cream WHERE? Start and finish at Hope Church WHEN? Sunday, July 21, 2-4 pm Bring your GPS (or smart phone) and meet our Tri-Youth friends from Grace Episcopal and First Presbyterian for an afternoon of fun, fellowship, and orienteering. We’ll do a treasure […]

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Go & Glow Pre-Workout Tip

Go & Glow Tip of the Week Pack or lay workout gear out the night before, so you’re set to go the next day. It’s not too late to join the Go & Glow Summer Fitness Initiative. Fitness goal cards are available at the entrances to the Sanctuary and in the Gathering Area.

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Hummingbirds Outing: July 6

Saturday, July 6 2:00 p.m. Hemlock Crossing-Nature Education Center Hummingbirds: Learn about these tiny birds and how you could attract them to your backyard. A hike will follow, weather permitting. This is an Ottawa County Parks event. Join Caring for Creation for other scheduled July outings. Learn more about the County Parks Challenge.

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Caring for Creation Parks Challenge: July Outings

July Outings How are you doing on the County Parks Challenge? Here is a list of some organized outings for July if you prefer being part of a group. Remember to take pictures and post them at the Caring for Creation display by Commons I! Ottawa County Park events: Hummingbirds Saturday, July 6, 2pm, Hemlock […]

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Go & Glow: Healthier Holland Workout Classes

Go & Glow Tip of the Week Attend “Healthier Holland’s” free workout classes every Saturday at 9:00am & every Tuesday at 5:30pm, Downtown Holland on 8th Street (green space between College & Columbia). The Healthier Holland Movement centers around Free Workout Classes. These classes are an opportunity to workout, gather as community, learn tips on healthier […]

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Explore Historic Ottawa Beach: June 26

Wednesday, June 26 5:15 pm Historic Ottawa Beach Join us as we walk the boardwalk, eat supper at Dune Dogz and Treats, and climb the stairs to the beautiful view at Mt. Pisgah. Call Vicki Rumpsa for details.

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