Hope Notes 04/08/10

 

Dear Friends of Hope ~

Honestly, we have the best worship team ever!  Easter Sunday's worship set was so inspiring.  It really set the tone for the service.  I don't believe anyone could not have felt the joy, the praises, and the gratitude that flowed out from our team and their music.  I may have walked into church thinking it was just another Sunday, but after that music and Pastor Mark's message, there was no doubt that the real meaning of Easter had been imparted! 

 

SUNDAY SERMON 

4/11 – Accountability Isn't Weakness (Acts 21:15-26)

Most of us would prefer to be our own boss.  There is just something about not having to answer to anyone else for our production or our time.  But there are huge pitfalls for our humanity when we carelessly cast aside accountability.  If we don't keep track of our finances, they will soon be a mess.  If we don't hold our children accountable for their actions, they will soon be a mess!  God knows this, so He built into the church a design for accountability to one another.  Paul has done some amazing things, and has been the recipient of some major revelation directly from God.  But in this passage, we see him humbly submitting to the church leadership – even giving an account of his work to them.  He follows their direction.  Paul understood what we need to grasp – that accountability makes us stronger, not weaker!

 

CD'S AVAILABLE

Please remember that Sunday's worship service is available on CD immediately following the service for FREE!  Pick up a copy for yourself or for anyone you would like 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. If you would like to participate, just show up!  Contact Jim Bradshaw at

spaceheadjim@yahoo.com with any questions.

 

BIBLE READING FOR APRIL – 2 CHRONICLES

This book continues a "theological history" of God's people, taking it from the reign of Solomon through the death of King Josiah and to the proclamation to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem.  2 Chronicles also gives us several examples of the power of prayer, even in difficult circumstances.

 

OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

 7:00 – 8:15pm

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

3rd FRIDAY NIGHT COFFEEHOUSE

Friday April 16^th at 7:30 pm

Mantua United Methodist Church will host Hope Christian Fellowship's Worship Team, opening with "Defined by Grace". Free admission and free refreshments. Come out and join us for a night of worship, praise and fellowship. Directions will be available soon on the back table.

 

SOFTBALL SIGN UP

Open to Men and Women.

Season starts in Mid April.

Must be 15 years old before the end of the season (Mid-July) to play.

Competitive, 15-Team League. Games played on week nights (Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays).

Signup sheet on back table.

Get the old glove and cleats out and join in the fun!

See Lenny Little for details:

 609-634-9132 littlemanlenny@yahoo.com

 

MEN'S FALL RETREAT

September 19 – 19, 2010

Lake Champion, NY

Start planning for our fall Men's Retreat. We will have a great time of worship, seminars, and fellowship geared to having our lives Christ centered. We need to register under the same group name in order to lodge at the same building.  Sign up online at priorityone.org and use Goeggel as the group name.
Cost: Early registration is $195 (postmarked by or registered on-line by June 30th). Middle price period is $215 (by July 31st). After that the cost will be $235. Registration cost includes all on-site sessions, lodging for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights and all meals plus use of all facilities. Gift Shop and snack bar will be open periodically at extra cost.

A signup sheet will be located on the back table

For more information contact Michael Goeggel and/or check online at  priorityone.org.

 

YOUTH GROUP (J.U.I.C.E.)

Wednesday evenings from 7:00 – 8:30

 Note that this coincides with Bible Study.  This is a great mid-week touch point for our youth – a spiritual "shot in the arm" to get them through the week.  Please make every effort to get your kids here; you won't regret it!

 

SMALL GROUPS

Study sheets are always out; pick one up and get ready to rejoin your Small Group!  Watch for reminders each time a new cycle study sheet is put out.  In addition, you can now go online and print out a study sheet from our website.

 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

HELP NEEDED FOR PRIMARY CLASS

We need of a teacher for the 1^st & 2^nd grade class as well as the 3^rd-5^th grade class.  Helpers are needed for both classes. Please see Anita Little if you would like to help.

 

HOPE'S PANTRY DONATIONS REQUEST

 Breakfast items are "on the menu" for donations during the month of April.  How about oatmeal, cereal, breakfast bars, pop tarts, etc? See anyone on the Needs Team (Lorraine Otis, Bill Murray, Ken Blythe or Bill Berry) for information. Please be sure to check expiration dates on all items.  Thank you!

 

 HCF BOOK CLUB

"Grace Based Parenting" by Dr. Tim Kimmel

This is a phenomenal book with a wonderful outlook on how to parent like God parents us.  It's great resource for parents with children of all ages.

 

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

These are a great way 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:

SIGN-IN TABLE:       Kylie Ott

LAMB'S MINISTRY:   Jim & Debbie Bradshaw (T)

                              Helen Mastalski & Katie Ott (I)

                              Tina & Craig Campana (C)

                              Jerry & Sheri Elliot (1^st & 2^nd)

                              Natalie Davis & Justin (3^rd – 5^th)

GREETERS:              Rick Mounce & Pat Roselli

COUNTERS:             Melissa McGinness & Kathleen Toomin

CLEANERS:              Kathleen Toomin

TOY CLEANERS:      Bill Murray

WEDNESDAY NIGHT

CHILD CARE:                     Franne Harkin (Infant – Kindergarten)

                           Pat Harkin (1^st – 5^th Grade)

  

 HOPE'S PRAYER TEAM
If you have a prayer request, just drop it 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, 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

Lorraine Otis - For Nancy Jagielski who needs healing from cancer, and peace & strength as she goes through treatment. Also for her faith struggle.

John Salayda – For God's protection as John serves in Iraq and for God's peace over his family as they await his return.                                

Radio Program – For God's guidance as we work on making the decision about continuing the radio program or not.

Building – For God's direction and clarity of leading as we explore the options in establishing a permanent home for 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 

 

 

 

His Goodness is Limitless,

Lois

foolsforchrist7@yahoo.com

 

 

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Don't let time wash away our certainty in the promises of God. (M.Ott)