Hope Notes 7/25/13
Dear Friends of Hope~
Have you been out to our July Jams? There's only one more, so if you haven't been able to attend, your last chance is coming up next week! I feel like these events are a reflection of Hope Christian Fellowship. After all, 'christian fellowship' is right there in our name! People are the heartbeat of Hope and we want to create an environment conducive to building connections with one another. Connections are stepping stones to healthy relationships. (Side note – that's why our Small Groups are so important to us!) So, hasn't it been fun to be together in an informal setting where we can listen to good music, talk to people we never have time to on Sundays, and meet the people we only recognize by their faces? Oh, and of course there are the terrific snacks! Then we all get to sit and listen to a devotion that pulls us into God's Word. These things add up to what Hope is all about! So clear your calendar next Wednesday and come enjoy our last July Jam!!
SUNDAY MESSAGE
July 28 – Living for the End (2 Peter 3:11-18)
If you knew that this was your last week on earth, would you live differently? Knowing the end is near can dramatically change the choices we make and the places we invest the time we have. Peter says that knowing the Lord's return is near should have a huge impact on the choices we make and the kind of people we strive to be. Nearing the finish line is not the time for a stumble or fall – we must be alert and focused so that we can finish strong. Spiritually, Peter talks about the ways that we should be living since we know that the end is coming
COMING IN AUGUST
Saturday Night Services in August (7 pm each week)
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
JULY CHALLENGE VERSE
Matthew 5:14-16
"You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
WEDNESDAY EVENING PROGRAMS
7:00 – 8:15
We will be putting our study of 1Corinithians aside for summer and offering the following events. There is no childcare during July Jams.
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.
July 31 – Tom Albright and friends / Cookies and Brownies
Note: See "Opportunities to Serve" listed near the end for July Jam snack needs.
SUMMER WITH SISTERS/WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Mondays at 7:00 pm
July 29, August 5, 12, 19, 26
A five-week study of the book of Ruth, led by our own Kim Rice. Come out and learn what the book of Ruth, a remarkable woman of the Bible, has to teach us about living as a woman in today's culture. A sign-up sheet is at the information table. (The Women's Prayer group will not meet during this time period.)
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.
Please Note: This program is not meeting during July Jams.
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.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FELLOWSHIP
SMALL GROUP SAMPLERS
August 7th, 14th, and 21st
Just a reminder that these Small Groups will be happening in lieu of all our regular Wednesday night programs. If you were not able to participate in the Samplers – don't worry! Our regular Small Groups will be forming in September, so you won't have to wait long to get involved.
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
8:00 – 9:30am
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 you are willing to help set up – we meet in the kitchen at 7:00am. See Steve Jones with any questions.
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.
Please Note: Youth Group & Grow Groups are taking a break over the summer. We will keep you informed of our upcoming summer events!
ROOTED SUMMER SCHEDULE (Details will follow)
July 31st thru August 4th – Mission Trip
August 17th – Beach Day
August 21st – Youth Leaders Meeting
August 23rd – Jr. High Game Night
August 28th – Worship Service
ANNOUNCEMENTS
SAINTS PRISON MINISTRY
The season of ministry is winding down for our own prison missionaries here at Hope. But that doesn't mean you can't still help them out through prayer or a financial donation. 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. They count on our prayers and our contributions to help them in doing the Lord's work. You can contact each individual to find out what their current need is. Any checks should be made payable to the individual.
OPPORTUNITES TO SERVE
JULY JAMS SNACK NEEDS
July 31st - "Grab n Go" treats – all types of cookies, brownies
Signup sheets are in the lobby.
NURSERY
We have a few 'holes' in our Nursery Schedule. Specifically August 11 & 18 and November 3 & 10. If you can help fill these spots, please contact Don or Alicia Heverly at Lilfeet21@hotmail.com or 609-923-0806.
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!
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.
FOOD PANTRY
We are in need of the following items for our pantry:
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 Nicole Babli, Lisa Landis
Toddlers Kara Ott, Sammy Swedo
Pre K – Kindergarten TBD
1st – 3rd Kelly Louis
4th & 5th Anita Little
Counters Kathy Berry, Melissa McGinness
Greeters Dan Gottshall
Cheryl Gottshall
Katrina Mariani
Greg Corrado
Wed. Evening None during July Jams
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
Youth Mission Trip – Please pray for our youth as they travel to West Virginia to do the Lord's work there.
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!
Jammin' with Jesus,
Lois
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