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Special 9/11 Presentation
September 10 at 10:00am at Hope Central Campus
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Men & Women of Hope Combined Breakfast
September 15 at 9:00am at Hope Central Campus
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National Back to Church Sunday
September 18 all day
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Town Hall Meeting & Ice Cream Social
September 18 at Hope Central Campus - Ice Cream Social at 3:15pm - Town Hall Meeting at 4:00pm
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Dine to Donate at Texas Roadhouse
September 18 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at Texas Roadhouse in Lady Lake
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New Member Orientation 1
September 22 at 5:30pm at Hope Central Campus
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New Member Orientation 2
September 29 at 5:30pm at Hope Central Campus
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Special 9/11 Presentation with Fr. Larry Recla | |
This year, we will reflect on the anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a special presentation from our friend Fr. Larry Recla, Priest of St. Francis Episcopal Church in Bushnell and Dean of the STS Florida Chapter.
The presentation will take place on Saturday, September 10 at 10:00am at Hope Central Campus.
Fr. Recla was Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Long Island City, Queens, on September 11, 2001. He served as a chaplain at Ground Zero through 2022, working on behalf of the Red Cross and New York Critical Response Medical Service.
In addition to his special presentation, Fr. Recla will bring a cross made from steel recovered from the World Trade Center.
There is no registration necessary for this presentation. All are welcome to attend.
Please consider inviting friends, neighbors, and veterans who may enjoy this important remembrance.
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National Back to Church Sunday
Hope is excited to be participating in this year's National Back to Church Sunday on September 18! This is a national campaign to bring old and new faces back into church after the summer months. As we return to our pre-COVID activities, this is the best time to invite friends to church or encourage members to return to worship.
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Ice Cream Social
Hope will be hosting an Ice Cream Social before the Town Hall Meeting in the Fellowship Hall at Hope Central Campus. The social will begin at 3:15pm on Sunday, September 18 at Hope Central Campus. The Ice Cream Social is free and there is no registration necessary!
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Town Hall Meeting
It's time for a Town Hall Meeting! Join us on Sunday, September 18 at 4:00pm at Hope Central Campus to hear from our church leaders and discuss many important items.
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Dine to Donate at Texas Roadhouse
Hope Lutheran Church is once again partnering with Texas Roadhouse for a Dine to Donate afternoon! Dine with us on September 18 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
When you take part in Dine to Donate, Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchases to Hope Lutheran Church! Click here for the invitation.
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Ministry Team Leaders - Complete Your Videos | |
Attention ministry team leaders: Please contact the church office and arrange for filming of your brief ministry team informational video, if you have not already done so.
These videos are being compiled onto our website to inform members and guests of all of Hope's exciting ministry opportunities.
You can contact Jime Eversole at jime@hope4all.church to schedule filming. Examples of videos are available on our website at hope4all.church/ministries.
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Online Registration Issues Resolved | |
This week, our online registration process was impacted by an issue within the registration company. Thankfully, they were able to resolve this issue earlier today.
If you attempted to register for an event over the last two days and were unsuccessful, please resubmit your information now.
Thank you for your patience!
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Fun and Games (and Sandwiches, too!)
You're invited to Hope's first ever Game Night, hosted by the CIA (Christians in Action)! We'll have games, laughs, and delicious sub sandwiches. It all happens on Friday, September 30 at 5:00pm at Hope Central Campus.
This will be an event for everyone - whether you are young, older, or have limitations of some kind. There will be table game activities of various kinds, such as "Fact or Fiction" and "Who Said It", where teams work together at each table to answer questions and solve riddles. Prizes will be awarded. Invite your friends and neighbors for a time of fun and fellowship. Put together a group of six to fill your table.
Registration is required and will take place online. Deadline for registration is Monday, September 26 at Noon. The cost is $5.00 per person, plus canned food item(s) for the Hope Lake Weir Campus Food Pantry (suggested items include pasta sauce, canned fruit or vegetables, peanut butter & jelly, etc.) Dinner will be served with various soft drinks and coffee available. Questions? Contact Virginia Robertson, CIA Committee Member, at (612) 619-0220.
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Using the Learn Tab on hope4all.church | |
Brothers and sisters, below is a link to a new video that will allow you to connect to the programs of H.O.P.E. University, the educational ministry for our church.
You will learn where to find current and upcoming H.O.P.E. U classes and locations, plus registration and book lists. You can also learn about our church-wide Bible Reading challenge, our recorded Daily devotions and where resources are for over 20,000 Bible studies.
Questions? Contact Pastor John LeCain at (352)425-2776 or email at pastorjohn@hope4all.church.
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Refreshments Begin at Hope Central Campus | |
Beginning September 11, we will be offering refreshments at Hope Central Campus from 9:00am to 10:00am.
This will be a great time for morning fellowship with your friends between church services! There is no charge for these refreshments and all are invited to partake. Coffee and various baked items will be available.
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Hope's Next New Member Orientation
Ready to make Hope your new church home? We invite you to participate in the next step of the membership process by attending Hope’s New Member Orientation.
Orientation will be held on two consecutive Thursdays in the Hope Central Campus in the Fellowship Hall from 5:30pm to 7:00pm.
September 22 - Day One of Orientation. Light snacks will be served.
September 29 - Day Two of Orientation. This will be a potluck. We ask that you bring a dish to share. Fried chicken and beverages will be provided.
We have three levels of membership for full-time, part-time, and seasonal residents. If you have questions about which level of membership is best for you, visit our website at hope4all.church/become-a-member or call the church office at (352) 750-2321.
Why become a church member? Becoming a church member gives you the ability to vote on important church matters and to run for a church leadership position. Only full-time and seasonal members can vote.
Ready to get started? Direct all questions and RSVP to Jeff Dunfee at (352) 750-2321 or via email at jeff@hope4all.church.
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Budget Informational Meeting | |
Wednesday, September 28 4:00pm - Hope Central Campus
Want to learn about the 2023 church budget prior to our congregational meeting?
Join us for a Budget Informational Meeting at Hope Central Campus. You'll be able to speak with council members and prepare yourself for the vote on October 7.
See you there!
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Diabetes Support Group Resumes | |
Hope's Diabetes Support Group will resume meeting on Monday, September 19 at 10:00am at Hope Central Campus.
Our Diabetes Support Group is an excellent opportunity for those living with Diabetes to meet, fellowship, and share advice and support.
Questions? Contact Ron Bacon at ronbacon@comcast.net or Lenea Carnes at (352) 661-0001 or lenea@hope4all.church.
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Blessing of the Animals 2022 | | |
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October 8 at 8:30am - Hope Central Campus
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.
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Blessing of the Animals Team Seeking Volunteers & Pet Stories | |
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To make this event a success, we need volunteers! Your help is vital and greatly appreciated. We will be having a Volunteer Meeting on September 27 at 9:00am in the Fellowship Hall at Hope Central Campus. Additionally, we will be having our preliminary setup for the event on Friday, October 7 after the annual picnic (including moving chairs, taking down tables, etc.)
Volunteers are asked to wear red shirts and will be given a volunteer badge on the day of the event. Ready to volunteer? Please contact Pam Caudill at pamc@hope4all.church if you would like to help with this event.
| We are also collecting Pet Stories to be shared during Blessing of the Animals! If you have been blessed by a pet in your life, share their information (including a photo and a few brief words about their life) with our team. You can submit your Pet Story through the link below. | |
Dine Around Meet & Greet for the Dining Out Group | |
The Dining Out Group will be holding a Dine Around at Hope Central Campus on September 13 at 5:30pm. Dinner will be soup, salad, and breadsticks catered by Olive Garden. The cost is $10 per person.
Reservations are required. Please register online by clicking the link below. Registration ends Sunday at noon. Please note that this is an event only for the Dining Out group.
For more information, please email Gloria Johnson at (352) 552-7755.
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Save the Date! 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.
This classic Christmas mission involves many working hands, and we need volunteers to make the project a success.
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.
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Are you single, widowed, divorced or a caregiver whose spouse is not able to be socially active? If so, please think about joining us at an “On Our Own” meeting at Hope Central Campus. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at 10:30am in the fellowship hall. After the meeting, those who wish can go to a nearby restaurant for lunch.
Prior to our meeting, a small group of members meets in the narthex to pack 80 “snack packs” which we deliver once a month to the Stanton-Weirsdale Elementary School. These food packs are given to needy children on a Friday afternoon so that they have some food to hold them over the weekend. A photo of the snack pack items is shown (donations are always welcome).
Members of our group meet weekly at rec centers for cards or games, and we often get together for day trips. Please come and check us out. Our next meeting will be on September 14…we’d love to see you! If you have any questions, please contact Ginny Wilson at (352) 430-3326 or randy572@msn.com.
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Stephen Minister Training Coming in October | |
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Thinking of how to know Christ and make Christ known in your life? You might consider becoming a Stephen Minister. Stephen Ministers are caring people who care for people They are members of our congregation who meet one-to-one with someone dealing with life challenges such as grief, terminal illness, other medical diagnosis, pending surgery, family concerns, relocation difficulties, forgiveness issues, or a questioning faith.
No matter what the challenge is, one does not need to make the journey alone. Stephen Ministers usually meet with a care receiver for 1 hour weekly to listen, care, encourage, support and pray with and for the care receiver.
Training is required. The next training opportunity begins Saturday October 1 at Hope Central Campus. For more information on how to put God’s love into action as a Stephen Minister call the church office or contact Kathy Smith at smithkath@aol.com or (352) 399-5103.
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Back to School with H.O.P.E. University! | |
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.
This year, we will also have an evening series of classes following dinner and Vespers that we are calling "Something to Savior", which has some wonderful offerings.
For those courses with a suggested book, you may either purchase the book in person at Hope Central Campus, purchase it online, or buy a copy through Amazon. If you purchase a book through the church, you may pick up the book at Hope Central Campus before class begins. Let's strengthen our journey as disciples of Christ this fall!
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DeSoto Food Drive for Hope Food Pantry
Residents of the Village of DeSoto are holding a Food Drive on September 17 to benefit the Hope Lake Weir Campus Food Pantry. Food will be collected at Ednas' on the Green restaurant from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.
Specific requested donations include: canned tuna, canned chicken, pasta, rice, canned fruit, canned veggies, tomato sauce, cereal, ramen noodles, and other pantry staples.
Anyone who donates food will also receive a 10% off coupon from Ednas'.
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Hope Southern Neighbors Game Night | |
Join your friends down south for a game night on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The next gathering will be on Tuesday, September 13 at the Everglades Rec Center.
You are invited to bring your own beverage, though water and coffee will be available. You can also bring your favorite board game if you like. 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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New Volunteer Opportunity at Hope Lake Weir Campus
The Funeral Reception Team (FRT) is starting a new team at Hope Lake Weir Campus. This team will work the same as the one at Hope Central Campus. Volunteers will bring in food, set-up, help serve, and clean-up at all funeral lunches.
We have many members that live in the Lake Weir area and this gives them a chance to help the church and their fellow members without driving a great distance. If you are a member of the Funeral Reception Team at Hope Central Campus, you are welcome to also join the one at Hope Lake Weir Campus.
If you would like to join this new team or have questions, please contact Bob Franceski at the church office or by email at bob@hope4all.church.
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90+ Birthday Party
We have missed Hope's annual 90+ Birthday Party! The event has been cancelled for the last two years because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, but now, we are excited to announce that the party will return this year!
The 90+ Birthday Party will be held in person on Sunday, October 2 from 11:15am to 12:30pm at Hope Central Campus. This is a special day to honor all Hope members over the age of 90 years old.
The congregation is invited to attend to greet our Guests of Honor during the party.
Our 90+ members will be receiving an invitation soon.
If you have a friend that is 90+ years old (born in 1932 or before) and you think they would like to receive an invitation to attend, please email Karen O'Brien at fredandkaren@mpinet.net and include their name, address and birth date in the email.
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Men & Women of Hope Combined Breakfast
We can’t wait to resume the monthly Women of Hope Breakfasts! You can join the fun on Thursday, September 15 at 9:00am when the Men and Women of Hope gather for a joint breakfast at Hope Central Campus. Our presenter will be Pastor Lori Fuller, Pastor of Palms Deaf Church in Palm Coast, Florida. At this meeting, Pastor Lori will be assisted by a Sign Language Interpreter. We are pleased to welcome Pastor Rob Carlson, Assistant to the Bishop of the Florida-Bahamas Synod. Pastor Rob was influential during Pastor Lori's ordination and current status at Palms Deaf Church.
Palms Deaf Church is a new worshiping community. The aim is to provide an inclusive worship experience for people who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, to experience the Word of God in their own primary language. Come and participate in this event to learn more about what God is doing at Palms Deaf Church. The Church is focused on Experience and Sharing the Love of Christ through American Sign Language.
Registration: The cost of the breakfast is $5.00 per person. Deadline for registration is Monday, September 12 at Noon. We encourage all to participate. Invite a friend or neighbor for this special presentation. Questions? Please contact Margaret Furlong at (352) 430-5092 or Virginia Robertson at (612) 619-0220.
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Women's Fall Gathering Coming in November
All women are invited to the annual Fall Gathering hosted by Florida Bahamas Synodical Women's Organization. Join us on November 11-13 at Lake Yale Baptist Retreat Center, Leesburg, FL. This year's theme is “Step by Step."
This conference is an opportunity for women to come together to enhance their faith, pray together, and have fellowship in an atmosphere of learning and fun. There will be 14 Workshops to choose from. For this gathering, there is a choice of commuter registration (daily attendance) or overnight registration. The Conference Co-chairs this year are Loraine Van Haecke and Lisa Klima.
For further information you may contact Annie Schaedel at (352) 259-8683 or at
(631) 219-9289. Registration forms are available at the Welcome Desk at Hope Central Campus or on the website www.flwelca.org under the Fall Gathering headline. Deadline for registration is September 15, 2022.
“Step by Step” – We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps. Proverbs 16:9
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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 September 3-4 2022 | |
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Hope Central Campus:
4:00pm = 200
6:00pm = 82
8:00am = 126
10:00am = 202
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Hope Lake Weir Campus:
10:00am = 74
Hope at the Everglades Rec Center:
8:00am = 72
10:00am = 96
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Dr. A. Perry Vitale
Dr. A. Perry Vitale, the father of Mary Jo MacLean and father-in-law of Pastor Jon-Marc MacLean, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2022. A service for Perry is being planned for Saturday, September 17 at 10:00am at Hope Central Campus.
Please keep the Vitale family in your hearts and prayers.
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Eugene (Gene) Reinholz
Eugene (Gene) Reinholz passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2022. Gene was born on November 19, 1937. He and his wife, Marlene, were married on September 5, 1959. They joined Hope Lutheran Church on December 5, 2004. Arrangements are pending at this time.
Please keep Marlene and their family in your prayers during this time.
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Eric (Bruce) Hultmark
Eric (Bruce) Hultmark died on Sunday, September 4, 2022. Bruce was born on February 18, 1940. He and Laura were married on May 20, 1961. They joined Hope on April 28, 2002.
A service for Friday, October 21 at 10:30am is being planned. Please keep Laura and their family in your prayers during this difficult time.
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Carol & Gene Hunches in honor of their 55th wedding anniversary.
William Drane, in memory of Judy Drane.
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Scripture Reading for
September 10-11
Numbers 21:4b-9; John 3:13-17
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Scripture Reading for
September 17-18
Jeremiah 8:18-9:1; Luke 16:1-13
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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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