Hope Notes 10/10/12
Dear Friends of Hope~
Do you come to church hungry for God to speak to you, eager to hear what He has to say, believing that He has the Truth you long to hear? Jesus said, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty." John 6:35 Nothing takes care of our spiritual hunger like God's Word! This Sunday, you need to come hungry spiritually AND physically. This is the Sunday our youth are holding their Bake Sale. Now you can enjoy some muffins, cookies, scones, and other assorted goodies with your morning coffee! All proceeds will be used to help with the cost of youth events. So – come hungry – I promise you will leave satisfied on both accounts!
SUNDAY MESSAGE
10/14 – Missionary Dave LeCompte
We have the privilege of having Dave come and share today what God is doing in his ministry to the Muslims in Chechnya. Dave has ministered in Chechnya in war time and in peace time and is returning to share the truth and Christ's love to these people again. The handful of believers there will deeply appreciate the partnership and encouragement of Dave. And then there is the mission to reach those who are lost and share Jesus with them. They are working towards establishing a vibrant, indigenous, self-sustaining fellowship of believers. We are excited to have Dave join us today. You can find out more about his ministry at www.inhisfields.org
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.
OVERFLOW ROOM
Our Youth Room is open as an "overflow" space in order to give us extra seating for any Sunday that is filled to near capacity. The video feed will be live from the start of the service, so anyone who is willing or interested in using the overflow space can find a seat there as soon as the service starts. As another option, everyone is welcome to join us in the auditorium for worship (since we're all standing anyway) and then those without a seat can make their way to the overflow room when the message begins.
PRAYER HUDDLE – NEW!
9:30 – 9:35
Beginning November 4th Pastor Mark will be leading a "Prayer Huddle" for whoever is on (volunteering) for that day – kids' workers, worship team, sound team, greeters, etc. Please come and join us for a brief but essential time of prayer as we direct our focus and our hearts towards the Lord.
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.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH
OCTOBER CHALLENGE VERSE
Ephesians 4:29 "Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen."
OCTOBER PRAYER PROJECT
For our missionaries – real people who have left the comforts of home to travel somewhere that is 'not home' to see God's kingdom grow – for their personal spiritual welfare and growth – for God to meet their financial, physical, relational, and emotional needs – and for their work to be powerfully effective – for our church to be a real partner with them and not just monthly financial support.
Here are our missionaries: Josh & Kelly Hallahan, Roberta Nagel, Joy Phillips, Lauren Pupchick, and Jeff & Lisa Sickler
WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY
7:00 – 8:15
Be sure to come out and join us for our Bible study on I Corinthians. Don't miss this mid-week spiritual boost; there's nothing like diving into the Word of God to keep you grounded in His Truths. Childcare is provided.
WEDNESDAY EVENING CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
7:00 – 8:15
Keep Jesus fresh in your child's mind and heart! We have classes for children ages 3 – 5 and for those in 1st – 5th grades. Nursery is provided for infants thru age 2.
YOUNG ADULTS
7:30 in Youth Room
First and Third Monday 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 provided.
WOMEN'S PRAYER GROUP
7:00 in Prayer Room
First and Third Monday of every month
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP
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
Small groups are now forming and meeting! Please prayerfully connect with those on your heart. Small groups are made up of 8-12 adults who meet together every other week. They discuss the small group study sheet (available in the resource room or on our website) and pray for one another. Find some people you are close to or some that you want to get to know and ask what their plans for small group are. Then, start forming a group and meeting! REGISTER your group (even if it isn't full) and get it to Pastor Mark asap! If you make additions after you turn in your form, just let him know!
As you're forming a group - please stop at the signup table and take a look at the free agent list! These are folks who want to be a part of small group but don't know where to start or can't find a group. Look to fill up your group by adding some of these folks to your group! Their contact info is listed on the list.
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.
Here's What's Happening This Week!
For the next three weeks we will be taking time to hear from our new leaders (Ryan Herrero, Jim Jefferson and Jess St.Petery). Be sure to come out as we get to know our new leaders better and hear what God is doing in their lives.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BAKE SALE – THIS SUNDAY
October 14th
Don't be caught unprepared – this is the Sunday we get to have all kinds of goodies to eat! Along with our normal coffee and tea the youth will be offering an assortment of baked goods before church Sunday morning. All donations are appreciated as the money will be used to help alleviate the costs of future events.
CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
December 16th
Mark your calendars now and invite your family and friends to attend!
PRACTICE TIMES ARE AS FOLLLOWS:
Toddler/Preschool Classes will be practicing weekly during class time 10/7 – 12/9.
Elementary Classes (1st thru 6th grade) will be practicing weekly after church from 11:30 – 12:15pm, 10/7 – 12/9.
If you have any questions please see either Dana Ott (Elementary) or Kara Ott (Toddlers/Pre-school) or email at danaott@hopechristianfellowship.org.
NOMINATIONS
We are starting our nomination process for Deacons and the Leadership Team - forms will be out this Sunday. It takes 12 nominations to put a man on the ballot for Leadership Team and 8 nominations to put a man or woman on the ballot for Deacon Team. A man can be nominated for both Deacon and Leadership Team but will need to choose just one to serve on if elected. Please remember that only partners can nominate or be nominated. Be sure to pick up a form for a complete explanation of not only the process, but also the requirements. Forms are due on November 4th and should be given to Pastor Mark.
LOVE & RESPECT MARRIAGE CONFERENCE
October 26-27
We are hosting this event right here at Hope! There will be desserts and snacks Friday night starting at 6:00 and a continental breakfast Saturday morning at 8:00. This will be a great time together and an awesome way to build your relationship with your spouse. Cost is only $15/person if you register before October 15th! You can go to our website at www.hopechristianfellowship.org and click on the Love and Respect link to register, or simply contact Wendy Devereaux at robwendydevereaux@comcast.net. If you know of anyone who might benefit from a conference like this, please take a few cards and hand them out; this is not just for those who attend Hope.
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!
PILLOWCASE PROJECT
Saturday November 17th
We are planning to make special pillowcases for the girls of Proximos Pasos Girls School (our missionary Lauren's school in Guatemala). Don't worry if you can't sew; you can still be a part by donating fabric (100% cotton) and thread! A signup sheet is in the Resource Room. More details will follow. Contact Liz Johnson (856-287-5308) with any questions.
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 – FALL STOCK UP
We are most in need of canned chicken, tuna, soup, condiments, and canned "meals" like canned ravioli, spaghettios, chili, stew, etc.
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 Sharon Sambucci, Pat Schug, Chris Rainey
Toddlers Karen Blythe, Thereshea Daniels, Luke
Pre K – Kindergarten Linda Landis, Linda Ellison
1st – 3rd Kelly Louis
4th & 5th Kylie Ott
Counters Kathy Berry, Carole Baumiester
Greeters Rick Ayusa
Judy Gotshall
Greg Corrado
Katrina Mariani
Wed. Evening Georgia Perrong, Tania Avant
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
Tony & Mickey Dariano - Please pray for their grandson, Dominic, who was injured in a serious motorcycle accident. He has a fractured hip, two bruised lungs and a head injury.
Love & Respect Conference – For God to pave the way for a successful conference and to prepare the hearts and minds of all those who will be attending.
Needs Team – For wisdom and discernment as they process the large number of needs being presented, and for all the families who are struggling financially.
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!
Glimpsing His Glory,
Lois
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