Hope Notes 8/9/12
Dear Friends of Hope~
Have you ever experienced the sting of rejection? I think all of us have – more times than we would like! You don't get the job, the raise, or the position you want. You don't get asked to the dance, make the cheerleading squad, or invited to the party. A relationship you treasured ends. A relationship you'd like to initiate just doesn't seem to go anywhere. All these things can leave us wounded and discouraged. But have you ever considered that rejection just might be God's protection over us? After all, God knows far better than we do what is actually healthy and good for us. He knows what will promote spiritual growth and what will hinder it. He knows what the future holds; we don't even know what the rest of today will bring! So, the next time rejection bites you, make an effort to view things from God's perspective and see if you can't find the possibility of His love and protection at work.
SUNDAY MESSAGE
8/12 – Teen Service
Paul tells Timothy that youth is no disqualification to being used by God's Spirit to minister to others. Since that is the truth, we have the awesome privilege of turning our service this Sunday over to our teens. They will be leading us and Dave will be sharing the Word. Let's support our youth group this Sunday as they lead our worship service!
MESSAGES AVAILABLE
Did you know 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.
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 Pat Harkin at Prayer Team with any questions.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY PRAYER TIME
All Sunday School and Nursery teachers/helpers are invited to come join us in the Toddler Classroom every Sunday from 9:40 – 9:45 for a time of prayer before the children begin arriving.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH
AUGUST CHALLENGE VERSE
Ephesians 4:2-3 "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace."
AUGUST PRAYER PROJECT
For our children – those who are growing and learning, those who have wandered away, those who are making poor choices, those who are caught in the enemy's web – For our Kid's ministry at Hope – our workers, and for God to lead us to the right person to be our Kid's Ministry Director, and for our kids each week to know Jesus and to understand His love for them - that God would prepare them for a life lived in His power and by His direction!
WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY
7:00 – 8:15
Don't forget about coming out on Wednesdays just because it's summertime. We have a summer full of interesting speakers for our Bible Study – we even have a Worship Night lined up for August 29th! Nursery is provided.
YOUNG ADULTS
7:30 in Youth Room
We've got an exciting summer coming up! For the months of June, July, and August, our group will only be meeting for the FIRST Monday of every month, but we'll have an activity the LAST weekend of every month!
Anyone who has graduated high school up to their early thirties is welcome. See Pastor Mark or Dana for more information. Childcare is available.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY – SUMMER WITH SISTERS
Monday July 9th at 7:00pm
Our ladies' Bible study will meet every other Monday throughout the summer. There is a sign up and the first week's worksheet on the sign up table in the lobby for anyone interested in joining. The group will be meeting in the Prayer Room. See Kim Rice with any questions.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP
NEW FAMILIES FELLOWSHIP
August 26th
Our Leadership Team is hosting a New Families luncheon here at Hope for families who have begun attending within the past year. So many new families have been visiting lately that we want to set aside some time specifically to get to know one another. We value relationships and are excited to have this opportunity to make these connections by fellowshipping with each other. A signup sheet is on the table in the lobby.
WOMEN OF FAITH
September 7th and 8th
7-10pm and 9am-5pm
Wells Fargo Center
Philadelphia, PA
Discounted tickets have SOLD OUT! You can register on your own for the conference by going to http://www.womenoffaith.com/events/philadelphia. Tickets are still available for $99/person or $89/person for groups of 10 or more. Cost does not include lunch. Do you have any questions? Please contact Melissa McGinness at melissamcginness007@comcast.net or via phone at 856-906-8742.
MEN'S BREAKFAST
Second Saturday of Every Month
8:30 am
Come and join us for a delicious breakfast and a good time of fellowship/sharing with the men of Hope. Feel free to bring a friend! Open to men 18 and older. If anyone would like to help set-up and/or prepare, we meet in the kitchen at 7:00 am. See Bob Rice with any questions.
SMALL GROUPS
It's really not too early to start praying and think about forming a small group in September. Our church depends on the connections, caring, and spiritual interaction that happens in a small group. Our goal is for every adult to be a part of one! More specific info will be given at our Small Group kickoff on September 9th. In the meantime, we'd like everyone to be praying and seeking the Lord's direction in anticipation of this important part of our church family life!
YOUTH NEWS
YOUTH GROUP
Wednesdays from 7:00 – 8:30
This is a great mid-week boost for our teens to stay connected, grow in the Lord, and have a fun time with each other! See Dave Hallahan with any questions.
JR. HIGH MIDDLER CAMP
Aug. 12th-18th
Leah and Dave will be out at Delanco Camp for their Middler Camp. This week is for 5th-7th graders. While this is not necessarily a church function we would love for our church to be represented. You can register @ www.delanco.org
DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT
Aug. 16th
Mark your calendars! Details TBA
JR. HIGH GAME NIGHT
Aug. 24th
Mark your calendars! Details TBA
SR. HIGH OCEAN CITY RETREAT
September 14 - 16
Our Sr. High will be going to Ocean City, NJ with Sicklerville UMC. The cost will be $90 (if a deposit of at least $30 is made before Sept. 1). Registration forms are on the sign-up table near the resource room.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
LOVE & RESPECT MARRIAGE CONFERENCE
October 26-27
We're planning a Marriage Conference right here at Hope in October on Friday night and Saturday morning. It will be a low cost and powerful way to build each and every marriage in our church. This is an opportunity you do not want to miss out on. Mark your calendars now and look for more information to follow! "However, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband." Eph 5:33
OPPORTUNITES TO SERVE
Do you want to truly feel like you are a vital and connected part of Hope? Then find a place where you can serve! Here are some ideas!
MEALS MINISTRY
Needs Team is updating the Rotating Meals Ministry list. We could use some other willing hearts to prepare the occasional meal for a family during a time of need. Anyone who would like to be added to this list please see Lorraine Otis or contact her at lorraineotis@comcast.net.
FOOD PANTRY
Our pantry is almost bare!!
The following is a list of our most needed items:
Canned fruit, tea bags, hot or cold cereals, pancake mix, pasta & sauce, mac & cheese, instant potatoes, peanut butter, canned veggies, soup, condiments.
Of course, any food donations are always welcome! See Karen Jones with any questions.
Please remember to check the expiration dates and put all donations in the basket located outside the kitchen door.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Want to help us with the most effective and powerful ministry at Hope? Join in as part of our Kid's Ministry! Here's what to do:
Nursery
Contact Brian or Naidona Ott
856-589-2047 or ottbriant@netscape.net
Toddlers & Preschool
Contact Franne Harkin
609-458-2124 or fhark7@yahoo.com
Elementary
Contact Anita Little
856-783-7168 or alittleshopper@gmail.com
Wednesday Night Program
Contact Jen Winstel
856-782-7798 or jenwinrn@comcast.net
SOUND AND MEDIA TEAM
Our Sound and Media Team can always use more helpers. Don't be scared; they will train you! Contact Steve Jones for sound at jones.stephen.d@gmail.com or Jim Bradshaw at spaceheadjim@yahoo.com for media.
Just pick where you would be most interested in helping and give that person a call. They will fill you in on the current needs and tell you whatever you need to know!
THIS WEEK'S WORKERS
Nursery Sue Quinn, Lucy Muhlbairer
Toddlers Karen Blythe, Thereshea Daniels, Luke S.
Pre K – Kindergarten Tina & Craig Campana
1st – 3rd TBA
4th & 5th TBA
Counters TBA
Greeters Mike Hartwell
Emily Hartwell
Matt Austen
Lisa Minner
Wed. Evening Anita Little, Franne Harkin
HOPES PRAYER TEAM
If you have a prayer request, please fill out a prayer request card and drop it in the offering slot at the back of the church on Sunday or use the "Prayer Request Form" on our website. If you have any questions or would like to join the Prayer Team, please contact Pat Harkin directly at Prayer@hopechristianfellowship.org.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Mark Ott – For his nephew Aaron (14 yrs old) who has a brain tumor and is scheduled for surgery 8/10. The tumor is not believed to be cancer, but must be biopsied. His pituitary & thyroid functions have stopped as a result of the tumor and there is concern about his vision due to the location. They are a family of believers but will need an extra measure of faith for this journey. Please pray for God's presence to be known each day, and for a successful surgery and recovery.
Skip & Ann Gillen – Skip recently lost his job. There are ongoing events involving their daughter and grandchildren. Asking for renewed strength and faith for them as these newest events make their situation heavier.
Laura Blake & Frank Aquino - Please pray for the Aquino family who lost a family member suddenly (Grandpop Frank). Also for Grandmom Gene who is not doing well.
Kids Ministry Director - Please pray for God to connect us with the right people at the right time and let Him have His work in all of this!
Only by His Grace,
Lois
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