Hope Notes 9-25-08

Dear Friends of Hope,

This Sunday we will be serving communion. This is a very special service that you want to be sure you are here for. Every so often, we need to be reminded of exactly what Jesus did for us - His sacrifice on the cross, His perfect blood to cover our sin, the gift He gave of eternal life to you and me. We don't mean to, but we do take it for granted. Be sure to come and give thanks to Him and remember what He has done.

SUNDAY SERMON - COMMUNION SUNDAY

9/28 – Is God Telling the Truth? (Titus 1:1-4)

No one in their right mind would call God a liar; but man has always wrestled with the idea that what God says cannot be taken on blind faith. Many of us LIVE like God is lying to us. But Paul begins his letter to Titus by reminding him that God's words are true and that they lead to some amazing things. So how did God speak to man – and how does He speak today? Let us tune our hearts to the truth by listening carefully to what God has to say.

UPCOMING COMMUNION SERVICES

October 26^th

November 30th

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.

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 FELLOWSHIP

LADIES FELLOWSHIP NIGHT

Thursday, October 9^th 5:30 - 9:30 pm

All ladies interested in scrapbooking are invited to bring your supplies and join us at Debby Bolser's house (3 Marlowe Ct. Glassboro). Come for dinner or whenever you can! Please call Debby so she will know how many to plan for (881-1445).

POTLUCK SUPPER

Sunday, October 19

Join us immediately after worship for some good food and conversation. This would be a great time to get to talk to everyone that you just never seem to have time for after worship! Catch up with old friends and get to make some new ones.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

REVOLVE TOUR / ALL ACCESS

Event for Teen Girls November 7 & 8

Concerts by amazing bands, behind-the-scenes look at relationships, drama (the good kind!), real-life stories and more. When it comes to a relationship with God, you have All Access. Bring a friend and come to the All Access event to get a glimpse of what it's like to have All Access to the love of God! Details to follow shortly. Sign up sheet on back table. See Lois Hartwell with questions (629-9572).

"You will have complete and free access to God's kingdom, keys to open any and every door; no more barriers between heaven and earth…" Mat 16:19

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!

HARVEST CRUSADE

October 3^rd - 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

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 two 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, Drew Ott (C)

Melissa & Marissa Angel

GREETERS: Charlotte Zediker

Karen Blythe

COUNTERS: Karen J & Lois

CLEANERS: Dana

PRAYER REQUESTS

Peggy Kemp - For continued healing and relief from pain. For patience as she travels the long road of recovery.

Joan Roselli - For relief from pain and for God to lead her doctors in a treatment plan.

Toniann Blough - (Friend of the Hartwells) Her cancer has spread and there is no more treatment available.

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

In the Shelter of His Wing,

Lois

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