Hope Notes 7-26-2007

Dear Friends of Hope ~

Stand firm, brothers and sisters-in-Christ!  Don't let Satan lure you away from worship............tempting you with lazy summer days, golf games, and days at the beach.  God gives us so much - He never takes a vacation from us.  The least we can do is offer Him our worship on Sundays!

 

LADIES BIBLE STUDY - THIS SATURDAY !

July 28th

Third Saturday of every month from 10-12 at Melissa Angel's house in Mullica Hill (Close to Exit 50 on Rt 55)

Calling all ladies!!!  We are starting a study on "Contagious Joy" from Women of Faith.   Contact Melissa Angel for directions and further information.  417-3099

 

SUNDAY SERVICE

The Faith Diet (Daniel 1:8-20)

So many different diets are out there today; which ones have you tried?  I bet you've never tried the faith diet that Daniel used!  Although this certainly involved food, and choosing to eat one type of food over another, the bigger point is that this diet was driven by Daniel's faith and conviction in what God had told him to do.  Are we willing to live by faith in a way that impacts the daily choices we make - even ones that seem to put us at a disadvantage?  The courage Daniel shows springs from an unshakable trust in God; one that each of us need in our lives!

 

ATTENTION ALL ABLE-BODIED MOVERS!!

HELP NEEDED THIS SUNDAY !!

Bill & Melissa McGinness need some help with their upcoming move.  They need help loading their truck Sunday, July 29th from 1:30 till it's done.  Then, on Monday, July 30th they need help unloading from 3:00 till it's done.  Let's pitch in and help them all we can!

 

 

BIBLE READING FOR JULY - COLOSSIANS

Paul writes to warn Christians against a false teaching that was infiltrating the church, a teaching that said that Christ was good, but that to reach real spiritual maturity you ought to believe certain worldly philosophies.  Paul warns the Colossians about the danger of trusting worldly wisdom or institutions.  He encourages them to focus on Jesus Christ and His saving work.  Jesus is the Creator, fully divine and fully the head of the church.  He's all we ever need.

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP

 

TEENS TRIP TO SIX FLAGS GREAT ADVENTURE - THIS TUESDAY !

Tuesday July 31st

Leaving Pastor Mark's house at 8:30am and returning about 9:00 pm

Cost: We expect it to be roughly $25 per person.  Final cost is dependent upon number of people going - savings will be divided evenly among everyone, so you can expect to get in for less than the regular park ticket.

Bring money for food!   We expect to pack a lunch and bring money for dinner, but teens can bring money for both if they want to.

IF YOU HAVEN'T SIGNED UP YET: See Pastor Mark right away so he can make sure there is enough transportation & chaperones.

 

20-SOMETHING MURDER MYSTERY PARTY

Saturday August 4th 7:00 @ Ellen Jones' (1609 Briarwood Dr. Williamstown)

Pizza and beverages provided.

Take part in a real life version of "Clue".  As the evening unfolds, someone is "killed" and the rest of the cast must find out who did it!  Please sign up ASAP so that the Murder Mystery kit can be ordered for the correct number of people and roles can be assigned.  Contact Ellen Jones with questions or for directions.  CELL 609-458-3334 or HOME 856-728-9031.

 

CHRIST CENTERED JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF

August 17 at Lorraine Otis' house (102 Mirror Lane, Deptford)

7:00 - 9:00 pm

Have you lost someone you love?  Come and connect with others who can truly share in your journey of grief.  Lorraine has plenty of Christian resources to help you.  Find out the difference Christ can make as you progress down the path to healing.  A sign up sheet and directions are in the back.

 

WOMEN OF FAITH CONFERENCE

September 14 - 15

Each year, our ladies join thousands of women for this amazing conference.  This year's theme is "Amazing Freedom".  Tickets are now available.  Please sign up if you are interested.  See Kathy Berry for more information.

 

COSMIC BOWLING - FYI

Brunswick Zone in Glassboro has Cosmic Bowling every Tuesday night from 9-11pm featuring Christian Music.  Cost is $5 to get in, then $1 per game and $1 shoe rental.  They have given us coupons to use that will donate $2 to Hope for every person who uses one. This is not a planned church activity; this is simply for anyone who might want to go bowling with friends / family. Coupons are on the info table - you can copy them as many times as you like! 

 

LADIES WHO LUNCH

We've gone on hiatus for the summer months due to vacation schedules, kids being home from school, etc.  But don't worry - we will be "lunching" again come September!

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

August 11 - Church Picnic at Atkinson's Park

October 13 - Hayride / Fall Festival

November 2/3 - Teen Girls Revolve Tour

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY - GENESIS

AT PASTOR MARK'S HOUSE

7:30-8:30 PM 

Well, we've finally finished the flood story, and next week, we'll be in Genesis 9.  Although these stories are from thousands of years ago, it is stunning how much we can learn from each story.  Of course, it is difficult to make it out on a weeknight, but it is worth the effort!  It is not too late to join us on our journey through the book of Genesis!

 

GIRLS OF HOPE BIBLE STUDY - COLOSSIANS

For girls 6th thru 12th grades

MONDAYS from 7:00 - 8:15 at the Salayda's house (21 Garwood Rd, Clayton)

Call Lois Hartwell (629-9572) with questions.

GIRLS OF HOPE HOST SPECIAL SUMMER SESSIONS

These are some events you won't want to miss!  Even if you've never been able to come to the regular Bible study, be sure to join in on what's happening this summer!

"HOT TOPICS" WITH EMILY HARTWELL

August 6th - Christian Dating

Do you have questions about dating, boys, etc? What kind of dating life should Christians have?  Learn how you can confidently pursue healthy dating relationships that are characterized by holiness and integrity - and ultimately bring glory and honor to God.

 

MEN'S FELLOWSHIP BIBLE STUDY

Taking a break for the month of August; will return in September!

"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another."  Pr 27:17

For more info, contact Mike Hartwell at 629-9572.  

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS  

 

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE

Projector:    We need help with the words for the worship songs.  See Melissa McGinness.

Bathrooms:  We could use some help cleaning the bathrooms by about 10:00 am before the service.  See Jessica St. Petery.

Set Up:  We need more people to help set up the chairs, kids rooms, etc. for the service.  We'd like to set up a rotation so that you don't need to commit to EVERY week, but we need more volunteers to do so.  See Bob Baumiester.

 

THIS WEEK'S WORKERS ARE:

SIGN-IN TABLE:         Debbie Bradshaw

LAMB'S MINISTRY:    John Brazelis, Drew Ott (T)

                                      Dawn Brazelis, Jackie Salayda (I)

                                      Damon Briggs, Erin Sweeney (C)

GREETERS:                    See Bill Berry

COUNTERS:                   Damon B & one other (5th Sunday)

 

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for all our children who will be attending camp this summer.

Naidona Ott - Her father, Don, has cancer and is coming to stay with Naidona's family while he receives treatment. 

Peggy Kemp - Specifically for being able to get a restful sleep at night.  Breathing problems are keeping her awake.

Donnamarie Mannall - Possible benign tumor outside the brain.  Needs to see a neurologist and has no medical insurance.  Also, her father is in the hospital with Parkinsons and pneumonia.  Pray for healing.

Bob & Lisa Mousely - For baby RJ's health. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT RJ WILL COME HOME THIS WEEKEND - please pray!!  For more details and up-to-date information, go to www.carepages.com.

Employment Needs - Angela Hickey (Communications), Donnamarie Mannall (Dental Assistant), Tom Hickey (Needs something that won't keep him on his feet for long periods)

Mike Elliot - Please pray for him as he returns to college in order to get training for a new career. Thank God for this open door, His provision, and His leading.

 

Help us to remember to pray, Lord.  Not just for these specific requests, but "in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Ph 4:6

 

Worshipping Only Him,

 

Lois