Hope Notes 10-23-08

Dear Friends of Hope ~

Be sure to come and be a part of our Communion service this week. Experience the cleansing power of Jesus' blood shed for us on the cross at Calvary. Look around Hope as we stand in a circle; no one is first, no one is last. Together we celebrate and remember what Jesus did for us.

SUNDAY SERMON-COMMUNION SUNDAY

10/26 – The Work of Grace (Titus 2:11-15)

God's grace is amazing! Certainly, that is a reason why the old hymn "Amazing Grace" has been so loved for so long! But some see grace as a reason to live in sin and selfishness. What exactly does God's grace do in our lives? Paul teaches some very specific works of grace that God is doing in every believer. As we are again reminded of God's goodness, faithfulness, and love, let's also begin to respond to what grace is teaching us!

UPCOMING COMMUNION SERVICES

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

Children's Christmas Program - 12/14

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

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)

MONEY IS DUE NOW TO LOIS HARTWELL; MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO HOPE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP

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 - This Sunday!

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 Leader

UPCOMING DEACON & ELDER NOMINATIONS

Deadline ship 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 1^st @ 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!

2^ND ANNUAL GIRLS OF HOPE BAKE SALE

Sunday November 2^nd 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: LaTosha Briggs (T)

Aaron & Amy Schnarrs (I)

Linda & Lisa Landis (C)

Anne Owens, Sharon Sambucci, Jess St.Petery

GREETERS: Pat Roselli

Joan Roselli

COUNTERS: Carole & Lois

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

Blessed Beyond Measure,

Lois

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