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90+ Birthday Party
October 2 at 11:15am at Hope Central Campus
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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 | |
October 8 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.
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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.
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Budget Informational Meeting Moved to Sunday
Due to Hurricane Ian, the Budget Informational Meeting has been moved to THIS SUNDAY, October 2, at 11:30am at Hope Central Campus.
The meeting will happen upstairs. We hope to see you there!
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October 7 at 3:00pm
Hope Central Campus
It's nearly time 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
Our beloved fall picnic returns for another year! 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 online now! The cost is $5 per person. Registration will be done in the same way as Social Suppers.
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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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Food Pantry Drive on October 1 | |
The Villages Rotary Club will host a food drive at the Winn-Dixie supermarket at Lake Sumter Landing on October 1 from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
Food collected will be donated to Hope Lake Weir Campus Food Pantry.
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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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90+ Birthday Party on October 2 | |
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We are excited for the return of the 90+ Birthday Party at Hope!
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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Food Pantry Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
We invite all food pantry volunteers to an appreciation luncheon on Tuesday, October 11 at 1:00pm in the Fellowship Hall at Hope Central Campus. Please RSVP by registering on the Hope website by noon on Thursday, October 8.
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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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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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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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Two Ways to Get Involved with Upcoming Events | |
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Calling all bakers! It's your time to shine!
We are collecting donations of cookies for our Blessing of the Animals on October 8. If you are interested, please bring your cookies in a Ziploc bag to Hope Central Campus on Wednesday, October 5 or Thursday, October 6.
All kinds of cookies are welcome and appreciated. Thank you!
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We need volunteers to help make our church picnic a success.
We have a variety of roles available for anyone who wishes to be involved. This is a great opportunity for new volunteers to experience hospitality ministry for the first time.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Debbie at debbie@hope4all.church or call the church office at (352) 750-2321.
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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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Upcoming Hospitality Events
Please make note of these important updates from the Hospitality Team:
Hope's next Fish Fry will be moved from October 14 to October 28.
The next Church Potluck will be held on October 19.
There will be no Social Supper on October 26.
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Volunteers Needed
We need volunteers to assist with the Church Picnic on October 7. We have a variety of roles available. If you are interested, contact Debbie at debbie@hope4all.church.
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Grief Support Group Starting Soon | |
It is very difficult to lose a loved one. The loss and loneliness are very overwhelming. There are times when it takes all of your strength just to get through the day.
The support group is a time to be able to share your sorrows with others in a safe environment. It is also a time to learn about the grieving process and how to move through it.
The group will meet for 4 weeks starting on October 4 at 1:00pm at Hope Central Campus. All are welcome.
If you have questions, call Ruth Jenkins at (352) 205-8181.
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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 September 24-25 2022 | |
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Hope Central Campus:
4:00pm = 215
6:00pm = 62
8:00am = 155
10:00am = 297
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Hope Lake Weir Campus:
10:00am = 85
Hope at the Everglades Rec Center:
8:00am = 75
10:00am = 105
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Flowers for This Weekend Given By... | | |
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Fred & Karen O’Brien, in memory of Fred’s mother, Ruth Smith, for her birthday on October 13, and in honor of all Hope members that are 90+ years old and celebrating today with a birthday party in Fellowship Hall. | |
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Scripture Reading for
October 2
Lamentations 1:1-6; Luke 17:5-10
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Scripture Reading for
October 9
Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7; Luke 17:11-19
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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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