Hope Notes 9/3/09
Dear Friends of Hope ~
The sudden and unexpected loss of our sister-in-Christ, Nancy Murray, brings to mind the urgency of being ready to meet the Lord. Thankfully, Nancy WAS ready. And she is with Him now. But there are so many out there who know what they need to do, but choose to wait until "tomorrow" to make that decision to live for Christ. None of us are guaranteed the next hour, much less a tomorrow or a next year. Has God been calling you? Don't wait another minute to answer Him.
SUNDAY SERMON
9/6 – The Pride Before A Fall (Acts 12:20-23)
COMMUNION
Our society loves to watch the downfall of the powerful and the popular. Often you'll hear the familiar phrase (which is actually a quote from God's Word) that pride goes before a fall. As the story of Acts continues, Luke tells us of King Herod's death and the reason for it. Herod becomes convinced of his own greatness, and God brings immediate judgment on him. Do we harbor pride in our hearts? Clearly, the Lord does not want us to think in arrogance or to be puffed up about what we have done. This story is a good reminder to be careful to humble ourselves before Almighty God and to give Him the glory for all that is done!
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.
PRAYER TEAM'S SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER TIME
Our Sunday morning prayer time is open to everyone. We start 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 - REVELATION
This book, written by the apostle John while banished to the island of Patmos, contains some amazing and even frightening images but it also trumpets the promise of our final reward for sticking with Christ despite everything. It also promises ultimate victory and points to a time and place where there is no more sin, no more death, and no more suffering.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY
7:30 - 8:30 pm
Think the book of Genesis couldn't possibly relate to us and the world in which we live? Think again! Genesis means "beginnings" and that's just what this book is about. It describes a loving God who made all things perfectly, but also tells about the beginning of sin and how it ruined what had been a perfect relationship between God and man. Isn't that still happening today? Join us as we continue our study on the book of Genesis. Childcare is provided.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP
JUICE EVENT - REVELATION GENERATION 2009!
Labor Day Weekend, Sept 5
Massive 5 Stage Concert, 50 Bands at Revelation Farms in Frenchtown, NJ. Mercy Me, Switchfoot, Relient K, Jars of Clay, BarlowGirl and many more plus the BFC Skate Team and Outcast BMX! Tickets are only $35. All day event! Come out and enjoy some great Christian music! We are packing lunches but you can bring spending money if you like. We will be there for two meals. We will be leaving the church at 7:30 AM and will be returning by 11pm. If you have any questions please talk with Becky 856-521-4233. Money due by Aug, 23rd.
SMALL GROUP KICK OFF
9/13
Start praying NOW for God's leading in what group you should be a part of. These groups will be more relationally driven and focused; not so much a topical study. We need to bring others along with us to bind together as a group and so "fulfill the law of Christ". (Gal 6:2)
WOMEN OF FAITH - A GRAND NEW DAY
Friday 9/18 Day Session 10:00 - 3:30 / Evening Session 7:00 - 9:00
Saturday 9/19 Day Session 9:00 - 5:00
Cost $99.00 (includes all 3 sessions and box lunch on Friday
and Saturday. Suggestion: Share a ticket with a friend)
Optional hotel room in NJ available for Friday night. Four persons per room @ $38.25 each.
Contact Liz Johnson liznglenn@verizon.net for more information.
PRIORITY ONE MEN'S WEEKEND RETREAT
September 25-27 in North Bay, MD
Money is now due.
Our annual retreat is always a wonderful time of spiritual growth and male bonding! Registration cost is $210. We need to register with the same group name in order to stay in the same facility. This includes all on-site sessions, lodging for Friday & Saturday nights, and all meals plus use of facilities. Sign up sheet is in the back. See Mike Goeggel for more information.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
AUGUST GIVING REPORT
Our giving for August was $3138 per week - our target is $2700. That brings our annual average to $3053 per week. God is truly supplying for our needs and preparing us for our next move!
KID'S MINISTRY MEETING
September 13
We will be having a meeting right after church for everyone who is involved in Children's Church. We will have pizza for lunch. Plan on about 1 ½ hours, including time to eat. New schedules will be distributed the week of the 6th.
Note: We are still in need of teachers for the Pre-K/Kindergarten class and for the 1st & 2nd grade class.
CROSSROADS
Anyone in the 20-something range (starting with high school graduates) be sure to see Melissa McGinness with your name, phone number, and email address. We want to be sure to keep everyone in the loop about what's happening and start connecting with other young people at Hope.
LAWN SIGNS
Please stop by the back of the church and pick up a lawn sign for you yard. This will be a great way to reach out to people in your neighborhood. You never know who might be looking for a church home!
BUMPER STICKERS
Our bumper stickers are here! This will be a great visual for people to be introduced to Hope. Think of all the people you'll reach as your drive, sit at traffic lights, or even when your car is parked somewhere. But remember…..you are an "advertisement" for Hope, so watch the road rage! J
THIS WEEK'S WORKERS ARE:
SIGN-IN TABLE: Kim Lawlor
LAMB'S MINISTRY: John & Dawn Brazelis (T)
Sharon Rainey & Sharon Sambucci (I)
Pam & Jason Fein (C)
Kim Biglin & Rick Mounce (P)
GREETERS: Bill Murray
COUNTERS: LaTosha Briggs & Karen Blythe
CLEANERS: Tracey Nelson
TOY CLEANERS: LaTosha Briggs
WEDNESDAY NIGHT
CHILD CARE: LaTosha Briggs
HOPE'S PRAYER TEAM
You can have people praying for you and your loved ones throughout the week. Just drop your requests in the box near the door on Sunday or email Jim Bradshaw during the week at spaceheadjim@yahoo.com.
He will get your requests to the team. If you would like your request to appear in the Hope Notes, just let Jim know. If you want to be a part of this ministry, send Jim your email address and he will add your name to the team. Please remember, anyone is welcome to join us for prayer at 9:15 on Sunday mornings whether they are on the team or not.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Bill Murray, Fran & Pat Harkin - For God's peace and comfort to wash over them as they mourn the loss of wife and sister, Nancy Murray.
Toni Zimmerman - She has been in the hospital suffering from pneumonia and diabetes.
God's Leading - We are seeking God's direction for our building situation and for the possibility of a radio ministry on Hope FM.
John Brazelis - For John to find a job. Anyone who might be able to help, please contact him at 856-469-5034.
Small Groups - Please pray as the Leadership Team considers what, if any, changes or additions we should pursue. Small Groups need to be a powerful spiritual and relational force at Hope.
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
Following Him,
Lois
God is never disabled by the plans of man. (M. Ott)
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