Mercy Ships Presentation: June 30

Sunday, June 30th 11:30 a.m. Room 106 Hope Church member Anna Blauw, R.N., will speak about her work with Mercy Ships, a global charity whose mission is to provide hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor. Mercy Ships currently has one ship, the “Africa Mercy,” that works off the coast of West Africa. With […]

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Go & Glow: Let’s Go!

How do you plan on achieving your fitness goals this summer? Regardless of your current activity level, there are plenty of ways to get moving and some may even surprise you! The Go & Glow Team will provide weekly tips on how to be active, get healthy, and have some fun…stay tuned!

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Explore Upper Macatawa: June 23

Sunday, June 23 12:30 p.m. Upper Macatawa Natural Area Meet at Upper Mac Natural Area 84th Street parking lot to hike the trails and learn about the wetlands restoration project. Bring a snack to share afterwards. Call the Boogaarts for more details. Learn more about the Caring for Creation County Parks Challenge.

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Pray for General Synod: June 20-25

Please pray for the gathering of elders and ministers and professors of theology who will be meeting in Pella, Iowa on the campus of Central College from June 20-25, 2013 for the 207th General Synod. Among those attending from Hope Church are Carol Bechtel, Jeff Japinga, Lynn Japinga, Judy Parr, Jill Russell, Larry Schuyler, and […]

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Book List Reminder from Pastor Gordon

Have you responded yet to Pastor Gordon’s recommended book list request?! (See ‘and finally…’ in May’s Hope Church News) We’ve received a number of great responses, but receiving many more would be even greater. Send your list today! (gwiersma@hopechurchrca.org) Look for the book recommendations list in the August Hope Church News.

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Ministry Highlight: The Fellowship Ministry

The goal of this ministry is to provide opportunities for fellowship among the members and friends of Hope Church through an assortment of intergenerational events that will be of interest to all. These events are meaningful traditions in the spiritual lives of many individuals and families. The ministry plays an active role in the events […]

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Celebrating Crossroad Chapel: June 15

Crossroad Chapel Reformed Church will be ending its many years of ministry in Holland Classis this summer. On Saturday, June 15th, from 4-6 pm, an open house will be held at the Chapel (290 E 18th Street), with a litany of remembrance and thanksgiving at 5:30 pm. All are invited to join in celebrating the life of Crossroad Chapel!

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Health Ministry: Focus on Men’s Health

by Donita Robards, Parish Nurse Men’s health is a frequently neglected topic in health care. Nonetheless, it is important to consider the risks imposed upon our fathers, brothers, sons and friends simply because of their gender. Specific health risks are more common at different stages in life, and it is vital to be aware of […]

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Hawthorn Pond Hike: June 19

Wednesday, June 19 9:00am Hawthorne Pond Natural Area Call Vicki Rumpsa for details. Join us for other scheduled June outings. Learn more about the Caring for Creation County Parks Challenge.

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Hope Church Readers: June 19

Hope Church Readers will meet on Wednesday, June 19 at NOON at Jean McFadden’s lovely lakeside home (for address, please call the Church office, 392-7947). Program for the afternoon: Salad luncheon followed by the choosing of next season’s book list. Please call Ruth Donaldson or the Church office to make your reservation.

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