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Congregational Meeting
October 7 at 3:00pm at Hope Central Campus
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Annual Church Picnic
October 7 at 4:00pm at Hope Central Campus
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Blessing of the Animals
October 8 at 8:30am at Hope Central Campus
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Angel Wigs of Hope Benefit Concert Featuring Mary Jo Vitale
October 16 at 6:00pm at Hope Central Campus
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Purposeful Living
October 11 at 9:30am at Hope Central Campus
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Angel Tree Volunteer Meeting
October 17 at 1:30pm at Hope Central Campus
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Blessing of the Animals 2022 | |
Tomorrow, October 8
Beginning at 8:30am
Hope Central Campus
It's time for Hope's Blessing of the Animals!
Bring your pet to this cherished yearly event and let them receive a special blessing from Hope's pastors.
We'll have vendors, music, and photo opportunities. Invite your friends and help us make this a true community event.
Registration begins at 8:30am. The blessing will begin at 9:30am.
Don't miss out! We can't wait to see you and your pets at Blessing of the Animals.
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Big Events Happening Today! | |
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October 7 at 3:00pm
Hope Central Campus
Join us TODAY for a special Congregational Meeting!
Join us for this important meeting, where we'll gather as the family of Hope to vote on important church issues.
This year, we will be voting on our Hope South Campus Activity Center, as well as the church budget for 2023.
It is absolutely essential that all members make an effort to attend! Join us at the meeting and then head over to the church picnic.
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October 7 at 4:00pm
Hope Central Campus
This is a reminder of our Church Picnic today, October 7 at 4:00pm.
This year, music will be provided by Mary Jo Vitale-MacLean! You won't want to miss it.
Menu includes: Burgers with all the trimmings, brats with optional sauerkraut, cole slaw, baked beans, chips, warm pretzels with beer cheese sauce, and assorted brownies and cookies.
Registration is now closed. We look forward to seeing you this afternoon!
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Mary Jo Vitale In Concert - To Benefit Angel Wigs of Hope | | |
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A must-see show is coming to Hope Lutheran Church in October! Tickets on sale now.
Mary Jo Vitale presents "I Feel Pretty!", a musical event to benefit Angel Wigs of Hope. The show happens on Sunday, October 16 at 6:00pm at Hope Central Campus. Mary Jo is sure to wow us with an unforgettable night of music!
Tickets are on sale now. Admission is $15 per person and all proceeds go to benefit wigs for cancer patients in our local area.
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Fellowship Donations Now Accepted
We are now accepting donations to assist our hospitality ministry with fellowship snacks at Hope Central Campus and Hope at the Everglades Rec Center.
Each Sunday, we offer fellowship time and refreshments free of charge. Many people have asked if they can donate toward the refreshments. Therefore, we have placed baskets out during fellowship at these campuses for anyone who wishes to donate.
Donations are not required but are greatly appreciated. If you would like to contribute, look for the basket with the green sign at our next fellowship event.
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Parking Team Announcements
Hope extends our thanks to Wayne King for leading our Parking Team for many years. Wayne has done a fantastic job prioritizing safety and convenience, and helped make our special events welcoming for members and guests alike. He will retire from the Parking Team this year, and we will deeply miss him.
We are now in search of a new leader for our Parking Team. This person will help facilitate parking at Hope's special events.
If you are interested in assisting, please contact the church office at (352) 750-2321.
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Angel Tree Team Meeting in October | |
‘Tis the season! It is once again time to gather volunteers for our 2022 Angel Tree to support local seniors and children in need.
The Angel Tree Team will be hosting a volunteer meeting on October 17 at 1:30pm at Hope Central Campus.
Questions? Please contact Lenea Carnes at (352) 661-0001 or by email at lenea@hope4all.church
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Hope Endowment Team Leading Hurricane Relief | |
The Hope Endowment Team has approved a $5,000 grant to the Florida-Bahamas Synod's hurricane relief fund. We know that many of you would like to contribute. By giving through the Florida-Bahamas Synod, you are ensuring your gifts will go directly to those in need here in Florida.
If you'd like to give a donation, you can contribute through Hope by noting "Synod Hurricane Relief Fund" on the memo line of your check, or on the other line of your offering envelope. You can also give online by selecting Other Offerings on our giving page and writing "Synod Hurricane Relief Fund" in the Please Specify section.
The Endowment Team is hoping to match the $5,000 donation, but we need your help to make it happen! Click the link below to give online.
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My Time for Free Time Team Seeking Volunteers
The My Time for Free Time Ministry Team is a respite program for people who have Alzheimers, Parkinsons, strokes, or other special needs who require 24/7 care. We meet every Thursday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm to care for these individuals so their caregivers may do things they are otherwise unable to do.
The program provides a supervised environment where caregivers can drop off family members who have special needs for a few hours each week. Members of the My Time for Free Time Team provide games and entertainment.
The goal each week is to have one volunteer with each My Timer. Currently, we are having difficulty meeting that goal.
This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to volunteer to make a huge impact with just a couple hours each week. Volunteers are not expected to attend all sessions. Applications are available at the church office. If you are uncertain if this is a Ministry for you, consider visiting, observing, and talking to Volunteers. Please consider joining us for an afternoon of fun and helping others.
For more information, contact My Time for Free Time Team Leader Bob Janson by email at rjanson1939@gmail.com or by phone at (352) 391-0373.
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Hope Southern Neighbors Social Night | |
Join your friends down south for a social night on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The next gathering will be on Tuesday, October 11 at the Everglades Rec Center.
You are invited to bring your own beverage, though water and coffee will be available. You are encouraged to bring a simple finger snack to share, and of course remember your Villages ID.
For more information, contact Kathy Beekman at (813) 415-1910 or Katherine.beekman@verizon.net.
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Special October Food Pantry Requests | |
Every month, we will be highlighting specific items needed at our Hope Lake Weir Campus Food Pantry. These are items that are popular and most needed.
Our October Special Items are:
- Peanut Butter (Creamy)
- Jelly
- Canned fruit (in tins, not plastic or Snack-Pack fruit cups) - any kind of fruits
- Bladder Pads (Depends brand or similar) for men and women - any sizes
- Poise Pads - any sizes
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Monthly Men's Breakfast Returning
The October Men's Breakfast and Bible Study will be held in the Fellowship Hall at Hope Central Campus on Thursday, October 13, 2022 beginning at 8:30am. Please note the earlier starting time.
The cost of the breakfast is $7. Jim Cunningham will lead a Bible study.
To register, please visit our website and pay online. If you need assistance, please contact the church office at (352) 750-2321.
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Council Connections
October 2022
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Here is a brief overview of the August and September Council meetings. As always, feel free to contact any Council Member if you have questions or concerns – we are representing YOU!
Click on the attached link to check out the latest Council meeting notes.
Remember full Council minutes are on file in the church office (after they are approved). Some of the information discussed at Council has already been reported in the News in the Pews and at the Town Hall and Budget Information meetings – so it will not be repeated in this report.
Pam Fenn, Council Secretary
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LWR Quilters Collecting Sheets | |
Do you have unwanted bed sheets in your closet collecting dust?
Our Lutheran World Relief (LWR) Quilters are collecting unwanted sheets. Quilters use sheets to serve as the backs of their quilts.
LWR Quilts are sent around the world to people in need of comfort items. Quilts are used by those in need as warm bedding, simple tents, or floor coverings. Each one reflects God's loving presence in a world rife with suffering.
Any size sheets are accepted. Please place sheets in a bag marked "LWR Sheets" and deposit them in the Information Hallway at Hope Central Campus.
All donations are greatly appreciated! Questions? Phone 352-250-3809 or fredandkaren@mpinet.net.
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Women of Hope Monthly Breakfast Meeting
Thursday, October 20 at 9:00am
Hope Central Campus
The Women of Hope are pleased to present Ruth Leininger (member of Hope Lutheran Church) as our guest speaker in October. Ruth will present a re-enactment of Katherine Luther, wife of Martin Luther, her life and times. There are many aspects to Katherine’s life that will be shared with all of us. The effects of her life left on government and the church. Effects of the Reformation on the world. The Reformation had tremendous impact on man’s social, political and economic life and its influence are still felt today.
Invite your neighbors and friends. The cost of the breakfast is $5.00. Click on the registration button below. Registration deadline is Monday, October 17 at Noon.
Questions? Contact Margaret Furlong at (352) 430-5092 or Laura Hultmark at
(352) 753-9463.
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Updates from Our Food Pantry | |
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Food Pantry Hurricane Ian Relief
Through the generosity of your contributions to the Hope Lake Weir Campus Food Pantry, we are able to make a donation to Lutheran food pantries affected by the recent storms.
Thank you for your generous donations!
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We Need Your Recycled Grocery Bags!
The Hope Lake Weir Campus Food Pantry is in need of your recycled grocery bags.
If you have bags to share, please drop them off in the outside collection bins at Hope Central Campus.
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Augsburg Confession Class Beginning in November | |
Pastor Bruce invites you to a 9-week class on Martin Luther's "Augsburg Confession" each Wednesday at 10:00 at Hope Central Campus from November 2 through December 28.
The Augsburg Confession is the central confessional document of all Lutherans, not just the ELCA. This class will dive deep into Luther's work and a discussion guide called "A Reading and Discussion Study of The Augsburg Confession." This book is published by Sola Publishing as part of their Book of Concord Series.
All participants are invited to purchase a discussion guide for this class for $5. To purchase, please contact the church office and express your interest in the book. We will order books as requested in mid-October, so sign up soon! Contact the church office at (352) 750-2321 to sign up. Questions? Email pastorbruce@hope4all.church.
You can also view the Augsburg Confession online for free by clicking the button below.
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Purposeful Living at Hope Lutheran Church | |
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You're invited to be a part of a special conference on intentional living and serving in your church!
Join us on October 11, 2022 from 9:30am to 11:30am at Hope Central Campus. No registration is required.
Questions? Contact Pr. Rani Abdulmasih at pastorrani@hope4all.church.
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Discover Tai Chi and more with H.O.P.E. University! | |
H.O.P.E. University is happy to announce a new discipline at church. Donna Fox, a certified Dr. Lam Tai Chi instructor, who is affiliated with our church on many levels and a member of LOCC, will be teaching Tai Chi on Wednesday afternoons at 2:30pm to 3:30pm beginning on October 12, 2022, in Room 203 at Hope Central Campus.
Donna will be teaching this discipline and offering it with a Christian perspective. If you need help with balance and body movement, this is a fantastic and proven discipline for you. Questions? Please contact Pastor John at pastorjohn@hope4all.church.
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New season, new great classes! We are excited to begin our next season of H.O.P.E. University and introduce a new variety of educational courses. This time, classes will be held at all Hope campuses. Each campus will have at least one opportunity to offer.
Click the link below for a full description of class offerings. As you scroll through the classes you'll find a registration tab for each course, as well as a Zoom link if the course is offered with Zoom in addition to in-person.
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Do you seek...Spiritual Renewal; New understanding of God's grace and love; Worship and community with other believers?
THE WALK TO EMMAUS IS FOR YOU!
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Men's Walk to Emmaus
October 13-16, 2022
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Women's Walk to Emmaus
October 20-23, 2022
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Pastor Rani is leading Gatherings of Hope on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in Room 204 at Hope Central Campus from 11:00am to 12:30pm.
This is a place to come and "just be". Plan to come and experience a wonderful community of support that cares for you no matter what you are going through. You are welcome to bring your lunch if you choose. Water, coffee/tea is provided.
Pastor Rani is currently leading us in the book of Psalms.
All are welcome, including non-Hope members, so please invite your friends to join us.
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Join Us for Faith & Fellowship | |
Faith & Fellowship is now meeting at all Hope campuses! However, if you are unable to join in person, you can still be a part of Faith & Fellowship online.
All are welcome, including non-Hope members, so please invite your friends to join the fun.
The Zoom link is active on Mondays at 9:30am every week, so those who cannot attend in person can use the link below to join the conversations online. Meeting ID: 952 5901 4615. Join by phone: (929) 205-6099. ID: 95259014615#
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Worship Attendance for October 1-2 2022 | |
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Hope Central Campus:
4:00pm = 189
6:00pm = 68
8:00am = 166
10:00am = 351
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Hope Lake Weir Campus:
10:00am = No Service
Hope at the Everglades Rec Center:
8:00am = 79
10:00am = 109
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Flowers for This Weekend Given By... | | |
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Sally Yanski, in celebration of her and her late husband, Bill, 53rd wedding anniversary.
Roger & Beverly Sherman in honor of their 60th wedding anniversary
Paula MacDonald in honor of Casey’s birthday…”Love Always!”
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Scripture Reading for
October 9
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7; Luke 17:11-19
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Scripture Reading for
October 16
Jeremiah 31:27-34; Luke 18:1-8
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Submit a Prayer Request
Need Prayer? Submit a prayer request via our hope4all.church website.
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Hope Lutheran Church Office Hours
Monday to Thursday - 8:00am to 4:00pm Friday - 8:00am to 3:00pm
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