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Hosted by Randy Smit and Rhonda Edgington This month we are blessed to have contrasting Advent pieces by two poets who are no strangers to Hope Church or our Poetry Corner. While circling around similar themes, it’s fascinating to see how differently Randy and Francis approach their subject matter. Perhaps one or the other will […]
Handrails were recently installed along the chancel steps and in the prayer chapel to make it easier and safer for members and friends using those steps. Thanks to Clare Heyboer for providing design and production assistance, and to regular Habitat for Humanity volunteers Jerry Boss, Jim Deur and Bill VanAuken for assistance in installing the […]
by Karen [Always Grateful for the Lessons Hidden in Adversity] Van Doorne, Caring for Creation This past March I had a new experience: lying low. I was confined to a wheelchair for two-and-a-half months while I waited for a fractured ankle to heal. My physical view was different, yes, but there was also something more. […]
by Beth Carroll, Assistant Pastor of Discipleship Though the ministry year is well underway, it’s never too late to join in on the fun that is being a youth sponsor. I have spoken with a number of you who, though curious about engaging relationships with young people, end up saying no because of some specific […]
by Vicki Rumpsa, Kids Hope Director ‘Tis the season of gift giving. Maybe you purchase gifts throughout the year; maybe you wait until that crazy day after Thanksgiving to take advantage of some huge sales. Maybe you go online to shop, avoiding stores altogether. Or you may combine several approaches. Everyone, somehow, will finish buying […]
Sunday, December 29 Christmas SundayNo Early WorshipNo Church School or Adult Education11:00 a.m. Christmas Season Worship Service.11:15 a.m. Children in Worship (Pre-K through first grade) Sunday, January 5 Epiphany9:40 a.m. Adult Education, Church School, and Youth Classes11:00 a.m. Epiphany Worship Service11:15 a.m. Combined Children in Worship12:15 p.m. Epiphany Celebration during Fellowship Time The Christmas Season […]
“God is with us.” Matthew 1:23 Sunday, December 22 8:30 a.m. Early Worship No Church School or Adult Education 11:00 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Children in Worship – costumes will be available for pageant 12:15 p.m. Jubilate Choir Rehearsal TUESDAY, December 24 – Christmas Eve 5:00 p.m. Costumes available for pageant 5:30 p.m. Family Service […]
“Come to Zion with singing.” Isaiah 35:10 Sunday, December 15 8:30 a.m. Early Worship 9:40 a.m. Adult Education 11:00 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Children in Worship 12:15 p.m. Pizza Sunday 1:00 p.m. Congregational Caroling In Adult Education, Dr. Jim Brownson will lead this first of two Advent and Christmas Bible studies on the lectionary readings […]
by Bruce Ten Haken, Deacon Each morning when I wake and each night before I sleep, I read a small piece of paper on the kitchen window shelf that says, “What does the Lord require of you?” The “Micah Mandate” gives a balanced answer to today’s spiritual and political questions. In response to this mandate, […]
“The kingdom of heaven has come near.” Matthew 3:2 Sunday, December 8 8:30 a.m. Early Worship 10:00 a.m. St. Nicholas Breakfast 11:00 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Children in Worship 12:00 p.m. Gift of Hope Sale 12:15 p.m. Jubilate Choir Rehearsal Honored at the St. Nicholas Breakfast is a bishop known for his kindness to people […]