Dear Hope,We believe Jesus guides His people into newly imagined meadows today as he did for our ancient friends along Galilee’s shores in the first century. His path is available to all who will ask, wait and listen. So, asking and patiently listening has been our church’s role this spring and summer. As promised, our Enthroned Jesus has been fulfilling His role…
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A Great Celebration! Hope would like to extend an enormous thank-you to everyone who attended Jay’s Celebration BBQ this past Sunday. It was wonderful to have nearly 75 people join us – both from Hope and from Jay and Marti’s extended community of family and friends! There was an enormous amount of food, dessert, fellowship and joy as we all shared important…
9 AM SUNDAY WORSHIP & COMMUNION | AUGUST 6. Loneliness is a desire for human connection while feeling isolated. According to studies from the University of Chicago Medical Department, there is a connection between loneliness and health issues such as cardiovascular disease, diminished sleep quality, increased inflammation and decreased viral immunity. This Sunday, let’s explore God’s life-giving plan that displaces loneliness with…
Pastor Jay Oertli and his wife Marti Oertli SAVE THE DATE! This summer our beloved Pastor Jay Oertli decided to make a shift from a staff position at Hope to a volunteer position. In order to help celebrate this transition and Jay’s many years of service on our staff, we will be holding a BBQ on Sunday, August 6 at 6 p.m. More details…
Dear Hope, Since returning from our family’s summer break in Ontario, Canada, Rebecca’s and my excitement has been growing for what God has in store for Hope during this upcoming ministry year (Sept. ’23 through Aug. ’24). After seeking God collectively for insights re what is going well and what needs improvement by surveying Hope’s members and those in Hope Groups…
This past Monday, parents, volunteers, and kids gathered for a first-of-a-kind Hope activity – a great hike at Roxborough State Park! This great group hiked a 2.2 mile trail and saw deer, a snake, lizards, butterflies, a historic homestead, wildflowers, red rocks, wild grasses, and grasshoppers! The hikers also enjoyed climbing, exercise, discovery, exploration, teamwork, laughter, grit, intergenerational friendship, appreciation of God’s…
Hope Campus Continues to Improve… Reclamation Church (who meets on campus on Sunday nights) volunteered recently and wow – we love the new mulch at Hope Park and in front of the church! Thank you so much! 9 AM SUNDAY WORSHIP & COMMUNION | JULY 9. By better understanding the ancient Israelite sacrificial system, we can better comprehend the tremendous…
NEEDED: WORSHIP VOCALISTS! The worship team would like to have more vocalists consider joining the group. Practices are Thursday evenings and female voices are especially welcome to balance the worship team. We’d love to sing with you! Please contact Joel Noble if interested and thank you! 7 PM THURSDAY WORSHIP | ALL INVITED. Calling all those who love to sing and/or play instruments!…
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ♥ LET’S HELP THE HOOT FAMILY | BAKE &/OR PURCHASE BAKE GOODS! This Sunday, June 25, we will have a Bake Sale before and after church to assist in sending the Hoot Family to Hope Heals Camp. Please plan on helping out Sunday by purchasing goodies (a great gift idea!). And, you still have time to bake and contribute.…
New Mini-Series Begins Sunday! The message of Hebrews is clear: Jesus is better! He’s better than anyone or anything else we can put our faith in! But why was the author of Hebrews inspired to share this message? Why did the church who received it need to hear it? Some members of the church were persevering and holding firmly to their faith…