Hope Notes 10-16-08
Dear Friends of Hope ~
I saw a message on a church's outdoor sign this week. It said, "Seasons change. God doesn't". I liked that. What a comfort it is to know we have a God who cannot lie, who will never leave us, who will never stop loving us, and who will never change!
SUNDAY SERMON - COMMUNION SUNDAY
10/19 – Learning in Every Stage of Life (Titus 2:1-10)
When do you know everything? For most of us, that time in life has come and gone (probably when we were about 18). But then we figure out that our learning and growing process never stops spiritually. We all have areas where we need to be instructed, and we need to receive that with open and humble hearts. In this passage, Paul gives some generalized advice for each stage of life – areas to target for growth and attention. We will take time in this service to see what Paul had to say and to learn from it for each of our particular situations.
UPCOMING COMMUNION SERVICES
October 26th
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 OCTOBER - JOB
Job was rich, married with ten children, and had the respect of his peers. Most importantly, he loved God. Yet God allowed Satan to test Job by taking everything from him. His wife told him to "curse God and die" and his three "friends" kept insisting he must have done something horrible to deserve his fate. Job knew that wasn't true; and although he never got an answer as to why he had to suffer, he got something much better. But you'll have to read for yourself to find out what!
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP
UPCOMING EVENTS
Christmas Café & Party - 12/12
POTLUCK SUPPER - THIS SUNDAY!
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
GRIEF GROUP
The "Christ Centered Journey Through Grief" is currently paused. If you know of any women who are in the first year of grieving the loss of a loved one, please let them know about Hope's Christian based support group. Contact Lorraine Otis (686-1557) or Charlotte Zediker (845-4273). A new group will form as the Lord leads in bringing us 3-5 people.
REVOLVE TOUR / ALL ACCESS
Event for Teen Girls November 7 & 8
Package Cost $85 (includes ticket & hotel)
Box Lunch $8 (can be ordered if desired)
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! Sign up sheet on back table. Please indicate if you wish to order the Box Lunch. 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
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!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
UPCOMING DATES
Deadline for Partner Forms - 10/26
If you want to be a part of nominating and voting for our Elders and Deacons, be sure to get your Partner Form into Pastor Mark!
Deadline for Nominations (Elder & Deacon) - 11/16
Annual Business Meeting - 12/28 after service.
UPCOMING DEACON & ELDER NOMINATIONS
Deadline 11/16/08
We need our partners to nominate men who are qualified to be on the Leadership Team - with a two year window to evaluate whether we should present them to the church for appointment as elders. We also need partners to nominate men & women to be on the Deacon Team. There is an information sheet out (in addition to the nomination forms) to describe the function of Deacons as the Bible describes them and how they function at Hope.
SEWING NEEDS?
Need a reliable person to hem those pants, make custom alterations so your clothes fit better, or just do those nagging clothing repairs? Contact Lois Hartwell (629-9572).
CLOTHING NEEDED
Karen Blythe's brother is bringing home twin girls he adopted from Colorado this week. They are in need of clothing in sizes 3 or 4 for the girls. Praise God he is able to help these children……..let's see if we can now help him to clothe them! See Karen Blythe for more information.
WALK FOR LUNG CANCER
Saturday November 1st @ Cooper River Park
If you are interested in doing the walk or making a donation, please see Lorraine Otis. Information is on the back table at church. If you would like to donate, please use http://www.events.lungevity.org.buddyspals/. Please pray for the success of the walk and for a cure!
2ND ANNUAL GIRLS OF HOPE BAKE SALE
Sunday November 2nd before & after worship
This is it! We know you've all been waiting for the home baked goodies. Help our teen girls raise some much needed funds to assist them in purchasing tickets for the Revolve Tour, a Christian conference designed to bring them closer to the Lord. And remember, there are no calories when you are eating for a good cause!
THIS WEEK'S WORKERS ARE:
SIGN-IN TABLE: Natalie Davis
LAMB'S MINISTRY: Chris & Leah Sparks (T)
Aaron & Amy Schnarrs (I)
Linda & Lisa Landis (C)
Anne Owens, Sharon Sambucci, Jess St.Petery
GREETERS: Pat Roselli
Joan Roselli
COUNTERS: Bob & Bill
CLEANERS: Jess
PRAYER REQUESTS
Lorraine Otis - For Jeanette, who just had a double mastectomy.
Mike Hartwell - In need of a job.
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
Knowing God's Goodness,
Lois
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