Join us for a Ministry/Committee Fair! Where: Gathering Area at Hope Church. When: Sunday, October 14 after the 11 AM service. What: All are invited to find out more about the ministries, committees and groups of Hope Church. There will be tables in the gathering area with information available about what is happening at Hope […]
The Art Committee grew out of a need the Worship Ministry saw for the care and management of the Hope Church Art collection. Hope Church’s use of liturgy and the liturgical year calendar results in a variety of visual changes to correspond in a meaningful way with changes in the liturgical year. Banners, hanging art, […]
St. Teresa of Avila once wrote “The tree that is beside the running water is fresher and gives more fruit.” If ever there was a time when we needed to be well-rooted, it is in this demanding and polarizing climate. It seems like there is always an argument to counter, a social media post to […]
It is time for another fun family event. The Christian Education Ministry will host a time of fall activities that we hope will be of interest for everyone in your family. On Friday, October 19th you can come for a simple meal and enjoy the games, crafts and activities. Come when you are able between […]
On Sunday, October 28 at 12:15 PM during Pizza Sunday in the Commons, we will be celebrating Pastor Jill and her 10 years of ministry at Hope Church! We hope you will join us after the 11 AM service to offer our gratitude and love for Pastor Jill. Starting on Sunday, October 7, there will […]
This fall, Early Worship services are focusing on ancient and modern saints from the early church. The focus will lead up to All Saints Day, celebrated this year on November 4. Traditionally, Early Worship celebrates All Saints Day by naming and honoring saints from our families, friends and Hope Church members who have passed before […]
Katherine Alen Williams, who worked as a missionary in Mizoram in far eastern India in the late nineteenth century, remembered the teaching that Jesus is the unseen guest at the table. She followed the lead of Khasi Christians there who put aside a handful of uncooked rice for Christ at every meal. After all, who […]
October 7: Jim Wallis’s America’s Original Sin: Racism, White Privilege, and the Bridge to a New America Judy Parr leads a discussion about Jim Wallis’s book on slavery, racism, civil rights, and social justice. Those attending class are encouraged—but not required—to read the book before class. Those wishing to purchase the book can do so […]
Catch up on the latest Hope Church News! In this issue: Wednesday Evening Fall Series & Retreat 10 Year Celebration for Pastor Jill Family Time Together: October 19 Kristine Bradfield Memorial Project: Prodigal Son Painting by Joel Tanis Trauma Informed Care for Victims/Survivors of Domestic Violence
Restorative Prayer and Spiritual Practices Retreat, October 26 and 27 (UPDATED DETAILS): On the evening of October 26 and during the day of the 27th, Spiritual Director Rev. Mary VanAndel will guide us in an intentional time of filling up our spiritual wells. We will meet at the retreat center Bethabara, 3767 Sixty Fourth Street […]