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Inspiration Weekend
January 22 at all Hope campuses
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Chili Cook-Off
January 25 at 4:30pm at Hope Central Campus
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Summer Smiles Team Meeting
January 23 at 1:30pm at Hope Central Campus
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Annual Meeting
February 5 at 12:00pm at Hope Central Campus
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Get Ready for Inspiration Weekend! | |
This weekend, we will be celebrating Inspiration Sunday - the first big event of our Capital Campaign!
Team members from the Making Abundant Life Known campaign will be at each Hope campus to hand out a goody bag full of information and special Hope merchandise. We have one bag for each family in the congregation. Bags will be distributed both Saturday and Sunday during all services.
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Hope's Annual Congregational Meeting on February 5
It's time for Hope's yearly Congregational Meeting! This important event will happen at Hope Central Campus on Sunday, February 5 at 12:00pm.
Lunch will be provided prior to the meeting, from 11:00am to 11:45am. There is no cost for lunch!
Your attendance is EXTREMELY important! We need a quorum in order to vote on our incoming Council members. Please make every effort to attend.
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Join the Hope South Campus Building Project
This is an exciting time! Are you interested in serving Hope by participating in the planning for our Hope South Campus Building Project?
The Strategic Planning Committee is seeking additional members with subject matter expertise to join the subcommittees for the detailed design and planning for the Main Building Complex – The Worship Center, Administration/Education Center, Courtyard, and Bell Tower.
The Subcommittees are:
- Worship/Music – Overseeing Sanctuary; Chancel; Choir Area; Sacristy; Audio/Visual Support; Multipurpose Area; Music Program
- Fellowship/Recreation – Overseeing Type & Capacity; Kitchen; Storage; Janitorial; Fellowship Areas; Patio Spaces
- Administrative/Education - Overseeing Offices; Work Areas; Reception Area; Classrooms; Equipment; Library; Administrative; Spatial Relationship
- Outdoor/Maintenance – Overseeing Parking; Mechanical; Electrical; Fire Service Spaces; Maintenance Support; Location of Church & Buildings; Landscaping; Street Presence; Memorial Garden
If you want to be a part of the excitement by serving on one of these committees, please contact Bob O’Dell at Rbodell4@aol.com for further information.
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If you or someone you love is in need of prayer, visitation, or home Communion, please contact the church office and let us know of your need. We would love to serve you as soon as possible.
Additionally, if you or a loved one has recently moved to a care facility or new home, please notify the office.
For all these needs, please call the church office at (352) 750-2321.
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Looking for a new way to get involved at Hope? We are seeking volunteer Counters to count donations on Monday morning at Hope Central Campus!
No experience is necessary, and volunteering will not be every week.
Accounting experience is preferred but not required. Ready to get involved?
Contact Pam Caudill at pamc@hope4all.church or call (352) 750-2321.
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Second Annual Chili Cook-Off
to benefit Camp E-Nini-Hassee
It's time to spice things up! Join your friends at Hope on Wednesday, January 25 at 4:30pm at Hope Central Campus for our second annual Chili Cook-Off Contest.
This year, we are supporting Camp E-Nini-Hassee. Camp E-Nini-Hassee was established in Floral City in 1969 by Jack and Ruth Eckerd to provide an outdoor therapeutic program for troubled teenage girls (ages 12-18).
Ready to chow down on some delicious chili? The cost for dinner is $5.00. Additionally, we encourage you to either make a monetary donation to Camp E-Nini-Hassee or to donate the following items: shampoo/condition (full size), body wash (full size), toothbrush/toothpaste, bug spray, sanitary pads/tampons, adult coloring books and colored pens/pencils, composition books (no rings), stationery, stamps, and seeds for gardening (herbs or flowers). Donations can be brought to Hope Central Campus.
Registration is now open. The deadline to register is January 23 at Noon.
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A Message from a Camp E-Nini-Hassee Attendee
Dear Women of Hope,
Hi, I am Nikki. I am 16 years and I have been at Camp over 7 months and I have learned a lot. Before Camp I wanted to be a high school drop out, a stoner and live on the streets. Now I want to graduate High School, I want to join the army and be a combat medic. I want to stay sober.
Before Camp I never worked through my trauma. I would just numb the pain but now I talk about things when they come up for me. I want to say thank you so much for supporting Camp. Us girls appreciate it so much. I hope you have a good day.
Nikki
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Hope is excited to welcome Bishop Pedro Suárez and representatives from the Florida-Bahamas Synod for the 2023 diakonia Graduation on January 21.
The graduation will take place during our Saturday 4:00pm worship service at Hope Central Campus. Please be prepared for worship to be somewhat different.
As part of his visit, Bishop Suárez will also be our special guest at Hope at the Everglades Rec Center on January 22. He will preside over both southern services on that Sunday.
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New Creations at Hope Lutheran Church | |
Get ready for a brand new experience at your church! H.O.P.E. University presents "New Creations," a multi-generational one-day Vacation Bible School at Hope Lake Weir Campus!
New Creations will include food, games, a time of holiness, and a service project - creating a new Painted Rock Garden and a Butterfly Garden at Hope Lake Weir Campus.
It all happens on February 11 from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Hope Lake Weir Campus.
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Women of Hope Retreat at Luther Springs
April 11, 12 & 13, 2023
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The Women of Hope invite all Hope women to join their next retreat on April 11-13, 2023 at Luther Springs in Hawthorne, Florida.
The theme for this year's retreat is "Cafe Chocolat". It will be a time to relax with friends, share laughter, stories and of course a few bites of chocolate. We will enjoy time with each other as we delight in God's grace.
This year, the Women of Hope are pleased to introduce our speaker for the retreat – Kathy Uffelman, Minister of Faith Formation, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Vienna, Virginia. Kathy Uffelman has been a Minister of Faith Formation for 16 years at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Vienna, Virginia. She enjoys cooking, reading, and going to the theater. She volunteers at a homeless shelter in Fairfax, Virginia. Kathy leads retreats for people of all ages - adults and children - and she is a Stephen Minister Leader, facilities caring ministry, and is passionate about her faith.
Registration forms are available at all Hope campuses. You could also print out a registration form by clicking the link below. Details regarding the retreat, such as time, cost, location, and how to remit can be found on this form. If you have questions, please contact Virginia Robertson, luvbutkus@aol.com or (612) 619-0220.
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Hope's Monthly Men's Breakfast | |
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The January Men's Breakfast and Bible Study will be held in the Fellowship Hall at Hope Central Campus on Thursday, February 9, 2023 beginning at 8:30am.
The cost of the breakfast is $7. Allen Christensen will lead his second discussion on the book "You Mean That Isn't In The Bible?"
To register, please click the link below. If you need assistance, please contact the church office at (352) 750-2321.
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New Blessing of the Animals Team Leader Needed
Do you love animals? Are you looking for a new and exciting way to serve Hope Lutheran Church?
We are currently seeking a new leader for our Blessing of the Animals Team! The leader will be responsible for organizing the event and volunteers with the help of the office staff. Without a leader, this group will be forced to cease and we will no longer be able to hold the annual Blessing of the Animals.
Blessing of the Animals is a large-scale event held every fall at Hope. The event brings visitors and vendors from around the local area to our church to provide animal blessings and raise money for the humane society.
No experience is necessary! If possible, multiple leaders may be utilized. If you are interested in learning more, please call the church office at (352) 750-2321.
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What is Your Relationship with Food? | |
If you are looking for a spiritual approach to help change your eating habits, try Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous at Hope Lutheran Church Central Campus every Tuesday from 9:30am to 11:00am.
Join people who understand your story!
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Summer Smiles Program Coming to Hope | |
After the success of our Angel Tree program, Hope has decided to embark on a new initiative to bless local children during the summer months.
This new program is called Summer Smiles. This will be a summer version of our Angel Tree program, where our Hope family will be able to purchase donations for local children in need.
There will be a meeting of the Summer Smiles Team on January 23 at 1:30pm at Hope Central Campus.
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No Fellowship Treats on Select Days | |
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Due to a few important upcoming events, there will be no Fellowship snacks between Sunday worship services at Hope Central Campus on the following days:
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January 29 - Due to special event
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February 5 - Due to Annual Meeting (Lunch will be provided prior to meeting)
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February 19 - Due to All-Congregational Event (More details coming soon!)
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Giving Statement 2022 Information
It is once again time for Hope Lutheran Church to distribute giving statements for the year 2022. Our goal is to distribute Giving Statements via email by the end of the month.
The preferred method of distribution of giving statements is email. You will receive your giving statement via email in a format that makes it easy for you to download, reference, and use as needed.
If you would like to request a physical mailed copy of your giving statement, please contact the church office at (352) 750-2321 or email pamc@hope4all.church.
You must request a mailed copy of your giving statement if you would like one. Please note: If you requested a mailed copy of your Giving Statement last year, you must request it again this year.
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It is very difficult to lose a loved one. The loss and loneliness are very overwhelming. There are times when it takes all of you strength to get through the day.
The Hope Lutheran Church Grief Support Group offers you a time to share your grief and with others. It is a time to learn about the grieving process and how to move through it.
The Grief Support Group will meet on February 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 1:00pm at Hope Central Campus.
If you have questions call Ruth Jenkins at 352-205-8181.
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Meet the Candidates for Hope Lutheran Church Council
The following individuals are running for positions on Hope's Church Council in 2023.
Voting will take place during our Annual Meeting on Sunday, February 5 at 12:00pm at Hope Central Campus. To read the candidates' full biographies, please click here.
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Nominees for Council President | |
Katherine (Kathy) Beekman | | |
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Nominee for Council Vice-President | | |
Nominee for Council Member-at-Large | | |
H.O.P.E. University Winter Classes | |
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H.O.P.E. University winter classes are about to begin! We have the entire H.O.P.E. University brochure on our website.
Click the big green button below to discover all H.O.P.E. U has to offer this season. If you have questions, please contact Pastor John at pastorjohn@hope4all.church.
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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.
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.
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 January 14-15, 2023 | |
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Hope Central Campus:
4:00pm = 250
6:00pm = 66
8:00am = 149
10:00am = 400
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Hope Lake Weir Campus:
10:00am = 110
Hope at the Everglades Rec Center:
8:00am = 109
10:00am = 171
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Flowers This Week Given By... | | |
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Dan & Norma Parcell in honor of their 65th wedding anniversary
Bob & Ellen Miller in honor of their 65th wedding anniversary
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Linda Durrie passed away in southern Florida on Sunday, January 15, 2023. Linda was born on April 19, 1938. She and her husband, Jeff, were married on September 30, 1989. They joined Hope Lutheran Church on November 15, 2014. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.
Please keep Jeff and their family in your hearts and prayers during this time of grief.
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Scripture Reading for
January 22
Third Sunday after Epiphany
1 Corinthians 1:10-18; Psalm 27:1, 4-9; Matthew 4:12-23
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Scripture Reading for
January 29
Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
1 Corinthians 1:18-31; Psalm 15; Matthew 5:1-12
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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 1:00pm
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