By: Moira Gargano, Congregational Care and Health Ministry In September, Peter Boogart brought the problem of disposing of our medication to the Congregational Care & Health Ministry members’ attention. The problem with medication disposal is twofold: accidental ingestion and environmental impact. The FDA urges us to get rid of unused medication for safety reasons. Medication […]
By Ginger Clark, RN, Parish Nurse A sudden fall can be startling and frightening. If you fall, stay as calm as possible. Right after a Fall Take several deep breaths to try to relax. Remain still on the floor or ground for a few moments. This will help you get over the shock of falling. […]
Escape Ministries supports youth who are dealing with school suspensions, and Hope Church has supported Escape Ministries in a number of ways: through our benevolence budget, the Think Hope Auction, and most recently a portion of our Apple Pie fundraiser. In addition, Hope Church hosts a work group through the Escape summer youth employment program. […]
The Holland Museum is hosting a traveling exhibit from the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia at Ferris State University. The exhibit opened in November and will be available through February 22. Showcased are items from popular culture used to stereotype groups of people. Negative imagery found on post cards, license plates, games, souvenirs and […]
Click here to catch up on the latest Hope Church news with the Season of Reconciliation issue of “Salt and Light”! In this issue: Season of Reconciliation: Race, Faith and Community You’re Invited: Congregational Meeting on January 26 Play and Fellowship for Parents and Children Holding Hope: A New Mental Health Support Group Discernment and […]
Beginning on January 7th, 2020 a new support group is beginning that will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from noon-1:30pm in the youth room. This group is for anyone who is seeking connection and community around their mental well being. Each session will be facilitated by a rotating combination of […]
Thanksgiving Eve Worship Service on Wednesday, November 27, at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary: Come for a time of song, scripture, prayer, and celebrating communion together. Childcare will be provided.
by Pastor Gordon Wiersma As Advent begins, our worship services will include many familiar pieces in our liturgy that shape this season of preparation—candles, dance, music, and litanies. In the 11 a.m. service, as we follow the pattern of celebrating communion on the first Sunday of Advent, we will also begin a new pattern of […]
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 […]