Hope Notes 1-3-2008

Dear Friends of Hope ~

 

What better way to begin our new year than being in worship with our brothers and sisters in Christ!  If the pace of the holiday season has kept you from attending church, this is the Sunday to start fresh.  As life returns to normal, make sure to get back in the routine of coming out each Sunday to receive nourishment from the Word of God.  Don't forget Wednesday night Bible study and all our various Small Groups, too!

 

SUNDAY SERVICE - DO YOU HAVE TO LIVE STRESSED OUT?

(Mat 11:28-30, John 14:27, Phil 4:6-7)

As we start, we all know the drill.  A new year means the opportunity for a new start.  We'll do things differently - better, even!  But life is relentless, and it seems that before long, we've slid back into the old patterns of our lives.  One of the most damaging patterns that we live in as believers is living stressed out.  Sure, out lives are chaotic and busy, but do we have to live stressed out?  Let's look at the words of hope that come from our Savior, and start the process of learning how to live lives of peace and rest!

 

UPCOMING COMMUNION SUNDAYS

January 27th

Easter Sunday March 23rd (pre-service)

 

CD'S AVAILABLE

Please remember that our services are available on CD immediately following the service for FREE!  Pick up a copy for yourself or for anyone they want to share Hope with.  Pastor Mark's messages are also available on our website, www.hopechristianfellowship.org.    

 

BIBLE READING FOR JANUARY- JOSHUA

Joshua was a man who knew what it took to live a victorious life for God.  He truly put his faith in God into action. He was obedient to God's call in his life.   With God on our side, there's nothing we can't accomplish and no enemy we can't defeat. 

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP 

 

BOWLING

Sunday February 17

5-7:00 pm @ Brunswick Zone in Deptford

For ALL ages - The cost is $8 per person and includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza and soda.

 

FAITH & FAMILY NIGHT AT THE PHANTOMS

Friday, March 14

We are interested in getting a group together to attend this event. There will be a post game concert. We need 20 people to sign up. The cost would be $15 for adults and $10 for kids (14 and under). See Anne Owens on Sunday if you are interested. 

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

 

MEN'S BIBLE STUDY

The mid-week Bible study held at Mike Hartwell's home will resume on Tuesday, January 15 at 7:30.

 

JOURNEY THROUGH GRIEF

January 18 - 7:00 pm at Lorraine Otis' house (686-1557)

 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

7:30-8:30 pm at Pastor Mark's house

Resumes on January 9 with a followup series entitled "Do You Have to Live Stressed Out?" Sound interesting? Plan to join us for what is sure to be a timely and challenging study.

 

SMALL GROUPS

We offer a variety of Small Groups here at Hope.  We have groups for men, women, teen girls, teen boys, and an assortment of groups teaching on specific topics.  You can pick up a flyer with full descriptions on the front table, and contact the leaders with any questions.  NOW is the time to plug in and get connected!

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

LAMB'S MINISTRY NEEDS

We are in need of juice boxes, pretzels, animal crackers, cookies, etc. 

 

CHURCH DIRECTORY

Once again, we need to update our Church Directory.  Praise God!  Anyone who would like to be added to the directory, or simply needs to update their information should fill out the Contact Forms available on the front table.  See Andrea Goeggel with any questions.

 

THIS WEEK'S WORKERS ARE:

SIGN-IN TABLE:        TBA

LAMB'S MINISTRY:    Lenny Little, Kara Ott  (T)

                               Helen Mastalski, Meagan Tareila (I)

                               TBA  (C)

GREETERS:               Emily Naylor

COUNTERS:               Karen & Lois

CLEANERS:               TBA

 

PRAYER REQUESTS

Brazelis Family - In need of a 3 bedroom house asap. John & Dawn 856-262-2337

Lorraine Otis - Friend's ex-husband, Wayne, has cancer.  Also pray for salvation.

Kim Biglin - Healing for her broken ankle.

Ron Brion - Facing bypass surgery at Cooper Hospital.  Wisdom for doctors, strength & healing for Ron, and peace for his family.  

Brian Rainey - recovering from hospitalization this week

Employment Needs - Full time job for Mike Elliott. Doleen Pierce needs a job that she can physically do once her rehab is complete.

 

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

 

 

Leaning on Him,

Lois