January 28, 2022

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Upcoming Events

Faith on Fire

February 2nd at 10:00am at Hope Central Campus - Register by January 28th

Annual Congregational Meeting

February 6th at 12:00pm at Hope Central Campus - Lunch Begins at 11:00am

Women of Hope Monthly Breakfast

February 17th at 9:00am at Hope Central Campus

New Member Orientation Day 1

February 17th at 5:30pm at Hope Central Campus

Chili Cook-Off & Stuff the Truck Event

February 23rd at 5:00pm at Hope Central Campus

New Member Orientation Day 2

February 24th at 5:30pm at Hope Central Campus

To access the full calendar, click here!

Annual Congregational Meeting


It is time for Hope's Annual Congregational Meeting!


This year's Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, February 6th at 12:00pm at Hope Central Campus.


The theme of this year's meeting will be "One Hope Moving Forward with Three Campuses." Join us for a conversation on our church's future, as well as elections and important budgetary information.


A quorum is needed for the meeting. It is very important that every member of Hope makes an effort to attend.

Lunch will be provided! There is no cost for lunch, but you must pre-register by clicking the link below. A love offering will be taken to help meet the cost of lunch.


When you register online, you will get a confirmation email. Check your spam/junk folder if you don't see it right away.


You will not receive a ticket and you do not have to print your email. We will have a list of registrants. You have successfully registered when you see a 'Completion' notification at the top of your screen.

Click Here to Register for Lunch
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Faith on Fire


Hope Central Campus

February 2nd - 10:00am to 1:00pm


Lunch Provided

Join us on Wednesday, February 2nd, at Hope Central Campus for a gathering that will empower you to continue to live out your faith in our Lord Jesus!


This gathering will begin at 10:00am and end at 1:00pm. Lunch is provided. 


Faith on Fire is an event that gathers all who have a passion to serve our Lord, and those who have been pondering the next step in their faith journey. This is a conversation around faith matters as well as learning about the many exciting ministries right here at Hope and throughout our Synod.


Pr. Rob Carlson, Assistant to Bishop Pedro Suarez, will join us to talk about the newest mission in the Florida-Bahamas Synod, “Palms Deaf Church.” This is a ministry that reaches out to the deaf community and is an exciting new opportunity to share the gospel in a new way! 

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Chili Cook-Off and 'Stuff the Truck' for Food Pantry Supplies


February 23rd at 5:00pm

Hope Central Campus


Save the date for Hope's first Chili Cook-Off!


Join us on Wednesday, February 23rd at Hope Central Campus for a delicious contest to support a good cause.


Are you interested in participating? We need contestants willing to cook a pot full of chili to feed at least 20 people and submit it for our review.


If you would like to participate, email Debbie Bennett at debbie@hope4all.church before February 14th. Provide your name and phone number and state if your recipe is mild, medium, or hot.


The Chili Cook-Off winner will receive 8 supper tickets (4 to the next Fish Fry and 4 to a Wednesday night Lenten Dinner). Dust off your recipes and join in this exciting evening!


Ready to chow down on some delicious chili? Instead of cash, the cost for dinner is 6 food items or more per person to help “Stuff the Truck” for the Food Pantry at the Lake Weir Campus.


Suggested items are:


  • Peanut Butter
  • Canned Fruit
  • Tuna or Chicken
  • Canned Chef Boyardee
  • Spaghetti Sauce
  • Soup


Volunteers are also needed to help handle the food items the evening of February 23rd. This will be a wonderful time for fellowship and to ensure that the shelves continue to fill at the Food Pantry.


Questions? Contact Mike Kasperski at mikek7444@comcast.net or (989) 860-1012, or Al Christensen at chrstalin@aol.com or (352) 260-5618.

A Message on Promotional Materials from Hope's Communication Team


With so many activities, clubs, and causes here in The Villages, it can be tempting to share promotional material by leaving it in the Narthex or public areas of church. However, before you distribute or display any items, please take note of our church publicity guidelines.


Any flyers, petitions, postcards, or other materials must be approved by our church office prior to distribution at any Hope campus. Any promotional items left at any Hope campus without approval will be immediately discarded. Additionally, the church office maintains the right to approve or disapprove any promotional materials at their discretion.


Thanks for your understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at (352) 750-2321.

Be a Part of Hope History - Join a South Campus Subcommittee!


Are you interested in serving Hope by participating in our Southern Expansion? Would you like to assist in the planning of our newest facilities and activities?


The Hope Strategic Planning Committee is seeking your input on the church building project at Hope’s South Campus site. The Church Council has authorized the creation of subcommittees to provide input on the design, structure, operations, and functions of the church on the South Campus.


These four subcommittees have provided initial input and will be expanding the scope of their work in the coming months. But now they need your help and insight!


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 are interested in serving on one of these committees, please contact Jeff Dunfee at jeff@hope4all.church for further information.

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Women of Hope Monthly Breakfast


Thursday, February 17th at 9:00am

Hope Central Campus


The February breakfast will highlight Abundance of Love (formerly Angel Snugs) presented by Jennifer Smith. AOL is a non-profit that focuses on hand-making items needed by various charitable organizations to satisfy the needs of their clients. Jennifer will describe AOL’s goals, organization, and the creation and distribution of their many products. 


All women are encourage to attend and bring a friend. Registration is opened until noon on Monday, February 14th. The cost of breakfast is $4.00 and can be paid at the door. 


The menu will include fresh fruit tray, muffins, cinnamon rolls, pastries, yogurt in varied flavors, quiche and egg dish, coffee, tea, water, and OJ. 

Click Here to Register
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New Member Orientation


New members are invited to participate in the next step of the membership process by attending Hope's New Member Orientation. All new members should have received an email inviting you to orientation.


Orientation will be held on two consecutive Thursdays in the Hope Central Campus Fellowship Hall from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. 


February 17th - Day One of orientation - light snacks will be served.

February 24th - 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. 


You may direct all questions and RSVP to Jeff Dunfee at (352) 750-2321 or via email at jeff@hope4all.church.

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H.O.P.E. University - Wednesdays at 10:00am


Come join us this Wednesday at 10:00am at Hope Central Campus as H.O.P.E. University continues Pastor Bruce's series on Martin Luther's "The Freedom of a Christian."


This week is our 10th session of the 12-week series and is titled “Righteous Like a Truck”. This lesson covers paragraphs 78-91 in “The Freedom of a Christian."



H.O.P.E. University will be canceled on February 9th.


The ELCA provided the webpage elca500.org, a 12-week study guide, and a link to a free PDF of the document. You may access a link to the document here. If you choose, you can also purchase the book from Augsburg Fortress for $14.99.

Click Here to Access the PDF Version of the Publication
Click Here to Access the Class Notes for Week 10
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H.O.P.E. University Lenten Series

 

Pastor John LeCain will lead us on a Lenten educational series covering the Book of Acts and following Paul’s footsteps through some major historical sites.


The class begins on Ash Wednesday, March 2nd.

 

How did the Jesus movement grow from a few dozen frightened followers to a worldwide phenomenon in just a few decades - with no detailed strategy, no buildings, no budget, and every obstacle imaginable?

 

Acts Odyssey, using the book written by Rene Schlaepfer, will retrace the journeys of the apostles as told in the Book of Acts. As he visits ancient sites in Israel, Greece, Italy and several Aegean Islands, Rene meets with archaeological experts - and encounters modern thieves, rioting mobs, and nests of serpents. His adventures are enlightening, entertaining, and inspiring.


Your hope will be strengthened. Your vision will be increased. And you'll be convinced it can happen again.


The special Lenten class will cover one chapter per week and will include videos. Books are necessary for class. To receive a physical book at no cost, please contact the church office at (352) 750-2321. You can also find the book available for purchase on your Amazon Kindle device. Simply search for ‘Acts Odyssey’ by Rene Schlaepfer.

Hope Now Seeking Faith Community Nursing Volunteers


Our Healthcare leaders are looking to expand the Health Care Ministry and Social Services Advocacy Ministry by bringing back a Faith Community Nurse for the congregation.


We are specifically seeking those with an active RN license as well as retired RN's and LPN's.


Faith Community Nursing focuses on the whole person to emphasize wellness, disease prevention and health promotion, including healthy spirituality. Care is based on the belief that health is growth toward well-being and emphasizes the interrelationship of body, mind and spirit. Health is related to everything a person does, thinks, and feels and is not merely the absence of disease. Faith Community Nursing is a ministry to, for, and with all the members of Hope Lutheran Church and the community. Faith Community Nurses will provide no invasive skilled care. 


If you are interested in serving Hope through healthcare ministry, please contact Lenea Carnes at lenea@hope4all.church.

Communion/Worship Assistants Needed


We are seeking Communion Assistants to serve during the 8:00am worship at Hope Central Campus. We have lost many volunteers due to illness and relocation, and now need new hands to help serve our church family.


If you are interested, please contact Bobbi Gaines at (352) 753-9841 or by email at bobbigaines62@gmail.com.

Grief Support Group


Losing a loved one is very painful and can be overwhelming as we must adjust to the changes it causes in our lives. The goal of the Grief Support Group is to help people realize that as they journey through their grief, they are not traveling alone.


The group will discuss the stages of grieving and how we each travel differently yet experience the same human sorrow. There will be opportunity to share feelings and to learn techniques to use to aid you in your journey. A sense of community will develop as we travel along together.


The group will meet for four weeks starting on February 8th, at 1:00pm at Hope Central Campus. If you have questions, please call Ruth Jenkins at (352) 205-8181.

Southern Congregation Social Night


Join your friends down South for a social group meeting on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. The next gathering will be Tuesday, February 8th 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, please contact Sandy Dorman at sandyjdorman@gmail.com.

Melody of Love at Fairway Christian Church

February 22nd at 7:00pm


Free Admission!

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Our neighbors at Fairway Christian Church have invited us to enjoy their free concert Melody of Love!


The show takes place on February 22nd at 7:00pm at Fairway Christian Church.


A love offering will be collected and all proceeds with benefit Love Inc.

Council Nominees for 2022


At our upcoming Annual Congregational Meeting, we will vote on our newest members of the Hope Church Council. Take a look at the individuals up for election below:

Council Secretary

There is one Council Secretary position open and one nominee. This position will be a two-year term.

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Pam Fenn

Council Treasurer

There is one Council Treasurer position open and one nominee.

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Gary Hill

Council Member-at-Large

There are two Council Member-at-Large positions open and two nominees.

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Kathy Beekman

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Kristina Giffin

Evening Compline Returns to Hope

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You're invited to join us for our weekly Evening Compline service on Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm at Hope Central Campus. In the dark months of the year, we change our prayer service from Vespers (evening prayer) to Compline (night prayer).


In this 20-minute prayer service, we will sing, pray, and read from Scriptures. For those unable to attend, you may continue to join us via Livestream.


We will continue to offer Compline each Wednesday evening until Lent.

Click Here to View the Bulletin

Join Us for Faith & Fellowship

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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# 

Click Here to Access the Zoom Link

Walk to Emmaus Dates for 2022

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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!


It has been way too long since our last Emmaus Walk. We are happy to announce the Walk dates for 2022.


For Information about this life-changing opportunity, please contact Kathy Langley at (352-753-8557) or cklanglely97@embarqmail.com.

Men's Walk #157

January 27-30


Men's Walk #158

March 3-6



Men's Walk #159

October 6-9

Women's Walk #158

March 10-13


Women's Walk #159 

October 13-16

Worship Attendance for January 22-23, 2022

Central Campus:

4:00pm = 155

6:00pm = 62

8:00am = 129

10:00am = 346

Lake Weir Campus:

10:00am = 72

Everglades Rec Center:

8:00am = 52

10:00am = 116

In Memoriam

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Hope member Louis Karbiener died on January 22nd. Louis was born on October 30, 1935. He and his wife, Ingrid, were married on April 15, 1961. They joined Hope Lutheran Church on February 27, 2005.  

 

A service will be held on February 8 at 10:30am at Hope Central Campus. Please keep Ingrid and their family in your hearts and prayers during their time of grief.

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Paul E. Rowland passed away on January 24. His wife Sue is a Hope member. A memorial service was held on Thursday, January 27.


Please keep Sue and their family in your hearts and prayers.

 


Scripture Reading for

January 29-30


Psalm 42:1-4

John 4:1-30, 39-42

Scripture Reading for

February 5-6


Psalm 40:1-5

John 4:46-54; 5:1-8

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