Hope Notes 6/20/13
Dear Friends of Hope~
By now you all know that I love our Communion Service. I grew up Catholic and had communion given to me every Sunday by a priest. We weren't allowed to touch the wafer back then. Then, after I became a Christian, I attended a church where we went up to the altar rail to kneel and were served communion by our pastor. This took a long time since we went up row by row. When I came to Hope it was such a different feel. Everyone standing in a circle, a real sense of community, no first and last, all waiting together to partake. I liked being able to scan the crowd and pray as I waited. It's a little more difficult now – we have so many people that we all have to squeeze in super tight and I definitely can't scan the crowd and pray for everyone as I wait! But the feeling is still the same and it makes communion at Hope continue to be a very special time. PS: Don't forget that we will not serve communion on Saturday evening.
SUNDAY MESSAGE
SATURDAY NIGHT SERVICE
COMMUNION SERVICE (Sunday Only)
June 23 – The Chains of Freedom (2 Peter 2:19-22)
We live in a free country. At least that's the description that is repeated over and over again. And politically, that may be true. But how free are we spiritually? Is spiritual freedom the ability to do or believe anything you want to? If it is, then we as a nation are truly free! But Biblically, being free is an entirely different condition. It does not have as much to do with self-determination and free-will as with leaving spiritual bondage behind. And once someone is offered this kind of freedom, does it make any sense for them to turn back to what had enslaved them before? In our passage today, Peter talks about how people are promised freedom only to find themselves back in chains.
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.
PRAYER HUDDLE
9:30 – 9:35
The prayer huddle is open to anyone who would like to come pray - but it is specifically intended for those who are serving on that Sunday. So if you're scheduled to be in kids' ministry, greeting, in the tech booth, on worship team, or any other ministry role for a given Sunday, join us at 9:30 sharp to pray together for God's power in each of us. We can do all things through Christ, and nothing of worth without Him, so let's come together each Sunday to ask for God's Spirit to fill us and use us!
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
JUNE CHALLENGE VERSE
Luke 6:27-28
"But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you."
WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS
7:00 – 8:15
We will be putting our study of 1Corinithians aside for spring and breaking into individual classes. The groups offered are shown below. Everyone is welcome to join the groups in progress. Childcare is provided.
The Land Between (Bob Baumiester)
Meets in 1st-2nd Grade Classroom
Sun Stand Still (Damon Briggs)
Meets in Pre-School Room
Too Busy NOT to Pray (Mike Hartwell)
Meets in Prayer Room
The Basics of Christianity (Steve Jones)
Meets in Coffee Room
Do I Have to Live Stressed Out (Pastor Mark)
Meets in Auditorium
JULY JAMS
During the month of July we want to change up our normal Wednesday night Bible study by taking things outdoors under the big tents! We'll start the night with some music from some of our own musicians, followed by a devotional from Pastor Mark, and some desserts and fellowship for everyone. Signup sheets are in the lobby for those who would like to help with things like set up, take down, or bringing snacks to share.
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
HCF SOFTBALL TEAM
Softball Season has begun! Bring your friends and family to come root for our team. It's a fun evening of fellowship! Be sure to check the Salt & Light for the weekly game schedules. See Lenny Little with any questions.
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 Steve Jones with any questions.
SMALL GROUP SAMPLER
If you didn't get to be a part of our Small Groups this past term, don't despair! We are doing a Small Group Sampler on the first 3 Wednesdays of August. The groups are open to anyone who wants to participate, whether you've been in a group previously or not. Simply sign up and you will be assigned to a small group for whatever Wednesdays you are available. The deadline for signing up is Sunday, July 14th, so that we can make sure we have a plan that includes everyone and gives us time to get that plan to all the group members in time for the first small group. Signup sheet is in the lobby.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Annual Church Picnic – September 8
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.
GROW GROUPS SR. HIGH STUDY
2nd and 4th Monday Evenings
If you are between 9th – 12th grades, this is an awesome opportunity to grow closer to each other and closer to God.
June 24th
Our final Sr. High Grow Groups will be meeting at Dave and Leah's house again. This time we will be discussing 'What Can You Do This Summer to Get Closer to God
SWIM PARTY
Wednesday, June 26th 6:30 – 9:00
We're celebrating our End-of-the-Year party at the Baumiester's. Come out for a night of swimming, snacks, basketball and more!! For the address see the directory or contact Dave directly.
SR. HIGH / YOUNG ADULT HANGOUT
Friday, June 28th at 7:00 pm
Let's get to know our Young Adults! Some of you will be graduating into this group next fall and this is a great opportunity to get together for some fun and fellowship!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
SAINTS PRISON MINISTRY
Were you aware that we have our own prison missionaries right here at Hope? Bill McGinness, along with Anne and Jim Jefferson, are actively involved in the Saints Prison Ministry. Their mission is to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ to prisoners through athletics and to provide them with opportunities for spiritual growth. The Saints compete against inmate teams in softball, basketball, soccer and women's volleyball, and then present the Gospel to them right on the playing field. They need to raise their own support in order to participate in this ministry. Please consider helping them out with your prayers and any financial contribution you can give. Current needs are: Bill McGinness is $950, Jim Jefferson $850 and Anne Jefferson $350. Checks should be made payable to the individual.
OPPORTUNITES TO SERVE
SIGNUP SHEETS OUT
Signup sheets for the HELPING HANDS (Ken Blythe) and BUILDING PROJECTS (Brad Hopkins) ministries are now out in the lobby. These are both 'as needed' areas of ministry. Anyone willing to volunteer – please add your name to the list!
GREETERS NEEDED
Are you the friendly sort? We're looking for a few people to 'meet & greet' everyone as they come in the doors of Hope. It's an easy way to get plugged in and serve. If you're interested, contact Deb Caranci at fcaranci@comcast.net.
YOUNG ADULT CHILDCARE
We are in need of 1 or 2 people who are willing to provide childcare for our Young Adults meetings. This group has been growing like crazy and being able to provide babysitting is a wonderful way we can support and encourage them in their journey of faith. We have rotating teams right now, but need a little more help so each team only needs to serve 1x every 6-8 weeks. Please see Dana Ott or email her at danaott@hopechristianfellowship.org for more information if you are interested in helping out.
VBS – COLOSSAL COASTER WORLD
July 15th – 18th
Can you believe it's time to start thinking about VBS already? There will be plenty of different options and opportunities to help. More information will be coming. Contact Anne Jefferson at annemarie523@juno.com if you'd like to volunteer to be a part of this exciting program for our children. There is a signup sheet in the lobby.
FOOD PANTRY
We are in need of the following items for our pantry:
Non-refrigerated beverages such as juices, Snapple, or water. No soda please.
Ground beef, hot dogs, meat, poultry, french fries, etc. for the freezer.
See Karen Jones with any questions regarding the pantry.
Please remember to check the expiration dates and leave all donations in the basket located outside the kitchen door.
THIS WEEK'S WORKERS
Nursery Sue Quinn, Lucy Muhlbairer
Toddlers Rebecca & John Jacob, Natalie
Pre K – Kindergarten Franne & Abbey Harkin, Maurice B, Steven B
1st – 3rd Kathleen & Cheyenne Toomin
4th & 5th Kimmie Rice
Counters Damon Briggs, Mike Hartwell
Greeters Tony Dariano
Mickey Dariano
John Brazelis
Lisa Fiorile
Wed. Evening Katrina Mariani, Kit Foster
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
Claire Orsino – For her grandson, Brendon, to open his heart to Know Jesus. He is in pain; his mom (Claire's daughter-in-law) died and he is angry.
Saturday Night Service – Please lift up these services as we move forward in seeing if a Saturday evening service is a good fit for us.
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!
Worshipping Only Him,
Lois
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