Hope Notes 10/2/08

Dear Friends of Hope ~

Let's really try and remember our Jewish friends as they go to Hebrew School during the time we are here for worship. We need to make the hallway a "Quiet Zone" and speak softly. Better yet, let's take our conversations into the front narthex or the back of the sanctuary! We want to be a good witness for them and to show respect for their traditions.

SUNDAY SERMON - COMMUNION SUNDAY

10/5 – We Need Elders (Titus 1:5-9)

Part of the reason for Paul's letter to Titus was to give instruction on the appointment of elders in the churches. At Hope, one of our next steps of growth is to begin pursuing this Biblical model of leadership by men called to be elders over this church. We will take this morning to look at the qualifications of a man called to be an elder, and the role they are to take in the church. We are praying that the Lord will provide us with the men to fill this role at Hope and lead us according to God's plan.

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 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

Annual Business Meeting - 12/28 after service

Girls of Hope Bake Sale - 11/2 before & after service

BICYCLE EXCURSION

Saturday 10/11 @ 9:00 am

Meet at Mark & Dana's house (6 East Ave, Clayton) for coffee and donuts first, then get ready to start biking at 9:30 for about 15 miles. Got to burn off those donuts somehow! Sign up sheet on back table.

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

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

CROSSROADS SMALL GROUP MEETS TONIGHT!

Due to the Harvest Crusade, Crossroads will be meeting this Thursday evening (10/2) instead of Friday at Brad & Karla Hopkins' house.

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 - THIS WEEKEND !

October 3^rd - 5th

Be sure to gather your friends, family, and co-workers and bring them with you to the Crusade this weekend. God is sure to do a powerful work in the hearts and lives of all who attend. We don't want to miss this opportunity to give someone the chance to hear God's plan of salvation as well as listen to some dynamite Christian musicians. And remember, it's all for free!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

UPCOMING DATES

Deadline for Partner Forms - 10/26

Deadline for Nominations (Elder & Deacon) - 11/9

GIVING REPORT

Our giving for September was $2337/week, which brings our annual average to $2307/week. We really do need to see our giving move forward to meet and even go beyond our target of $2400/week so that Hope is fully able to accomplish our mission!

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: Natalie Davis

LAMB'S MINISTRY: Lenny Little, LaTosha Briggs (T)

Helen Mastalski, Megan Tareila (I)

Damon Briggs, Erin Sweeney (C)

Anne Owens, Sharon Sambucci, Jess St.Petery

GREETERS: Pat Roselli

COUNTERS: Kathy & Carole

CLEANERS: Lillian

PRAYER REQUESTS

Erin Sweeney - For her cousin, Nick, who is suffering from a broken nose.

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

Joan Roselli - For the epidural injections to bring relief from pain.

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

He is Worthy,

Lois

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