Hope Notes 9-17-08
Dear Friends of Hope,
What or who is God laying on your heart today? When the Holy Spirit brings a name to mind, do something - pray, make a phone call, send a card - but don't ignore the prompting. Sometimes we simply need to quiet our mind so that we can hear God whisper to us and respond in obedience.
SUNDAY SERMON
9/21 – Letting Go
Every time you go to a store, you have a choice to make. What do I value more – what I will lose or what I will gain? If you value the cost more than the purchase, you will keep your money and go on your way. But if you see the scales tip the other way, you'll go ahead with the transaction. The same choice lies in front of us as a church. What do we value more – the price or the product? It is difficult to sacrifice things we like unless we see some greater benefit. Let's ask God to open our eyes to the everlasting results we can purchase with some temporal sacrifice. And then, let's follow through on that call with action – to let go of what is needed so that God's kingdom grows!
UPCOMING COMMUNION SERVICES
September 28th
October 26th
November 30th
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, http://www.hopechristianfellowship.org/.
SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER TIME
Our Sunday morning prayer time is open to everyone who attends. We will be starting at 9:15 am in one of the classrooms. We pray for the services that morning and for the needs in the church.
BIBLE READING FOR SEPTEMBER - TITUS
Titus is a compact book that reminds believers of the importance of connecting their actions to their faith. In this letter, Paul reminds a young minister that although Christians are saved through faith and not through good works, good works must still be a part of real faith.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH
SMALL GROUPS
It's not too late to join one of our Small Groups. We really need for everyone to find a group to support with their presence and their unique gifts. All you need to do is scroll down to the end of Hope Notes for a complete list and description of the groups offered. Contact the leader of the group you are interested in with any questions you might have.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
Genesis
Join us at the synagogue as we pick up where we left off in the book of Genesis. For those who need to bring their children, they can hang out in a classroom while we meet in the auditorium. The study runs from 7:30 to 8:30 (sharp!). A small investment of an hour yields a great return for your week!
October 3rd - 5th
Our invitations have arrived!
It's time to begin thinking and praying about who to invite to the crusade. Make plans to bring the lost and the wandering – and then use that as a jump of to invite them to be a part of Hope. Ask the Lord to lay the names of those you need to invite on your heart.
See Lois Hartwell or Karen Jones with any questions.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHP
UPCOMING EVENTS
Revolve Tour - For Teen Girls November 7-8
POTLUCK SUPPER
Sunday, October 19th
Join us immediately following the worship service for a time of good food and conversation. This is a great opportunity to sit down and get to know some new faces……or to catch up with old friends. Sign up and let us know if you'd like to bring a main dish or a dessert. See Carole Baumiester with any questions (228-3188).
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH
SMALL GROUPS
It's not too late to join one of our Small Groups. We really need for everyone to find a group to support with their presence and their unique gifts. All you need to do is scroll down to the end of Hope Notes for a complete list and description of the groups offered. Contact the leader of the group you are interested in with any questions you might have.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
GENESIS
Join us at the synagogue as we pick up where we left off in the book of Genesis. For those who need to bring their children, they can hang out in a classroom while we meet in the auditorium. The study runs from 7:30 to 8:30 (sharp!). A small investment of an hour yields a great return for your week!
October 3rd - 5th
Our invitations have arrived!
It's time to begin thinking and praying about who to invite to the crusade. Make plans to bring the lost and the wandering – and then use that as a jump of to invite them to be a part of Hope. Ask the Lord to lay the names of those you need to invite on your heart.
See Lois Hartwell or Karen Jones with any questions.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
The Bittner family needs a responsible boy or girl to watch their two sons, ages 4 and 19 months, every other Friday evening while they attend the Crossroads small group. Anyone interested can contact Michael Bittner at 609-206-6694.
CHILDCARE FOR WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY
We have begun to set up a rotation for adults to help with childcare on Wednesday nights - just one adult each week to keep an eye on the kids. We have several people signed up, but will put out a signup sheet on Sunday just in case there are any others who would be willing to take a turn.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY WORKERS NEEDED
Help shepherd our little lambs. Our Nursery/Toddler group needs five helpers. (See LaTosha Briggs) The Preschool Class (3-6yrs) needs three adults and four more helpers. (See Debbie Bradshaw) The Primary Class needs about two more helpers. (See Anita Little)
THIS WEEK'S WORKERS ARE:
SIGN-IN TABLE: Wendy Lynch
LAMB'S MINISTRY: Liz Johnson, Kylie Ott (T)
Ray & Poppy Gillin (I)
Mike & June Elliott (C)
Melissa & Marissa Angel
GREETERS: Charlotte Zediker
Karen Blythe
COUNTERS: Bob & Bill
CLEANERS: Poppy
PRAYER REQUESTS
Lorraine Otis – For her sister-in-law, Jeanette, diagnosed with breast cancer.
Debbie Bradshaw – For God to provide a good day job for Steve and that he would get a better job coach.
Mission Trip - For those who will be traveling to West Virginia this weekend; for God's hand of protection as they travel and minister to those in need. That God's message of love and salvation would be shared with the people they come in contact with.
Building - For the Lord to direct us as to how to best use the building He's provided, including what work to do and where to spend money. Also, continue to seek God's direction in the search for a permanent home for us.
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
Standing on the Rock,
Lois
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