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We look forward to seeing many workers make a difference in God's kingdom as we try to supply the needs of those in Haiti, Congo, Tanzania, Bosnia, Romania, Mongolia, and more. Won't you join our efforts in helping the poor wherever God sends us.
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A TASTE OF HOPE the morning of Sunday, Sept 19
A TASTE OF HOPE is our annual Ministry Fair that takes place during and between both services in the Fellowship Hall. ABF's are cancelled for that day to give everyone an opportunity to check out the various minitries of Hope Free Church. Find out how YOU can be more involved and connected with the body!!
One of the more common reasons people leave churches is because they do not feel a sense of connectedness or involvement in the church. A TASTE OF HOPE is designed to answer your questions about participating in a ministry or being involved in some way in the body life of the church. We are a body and we need one another. How are you connected here at Hope? Mark your calendars and make A TASTE OF HOPE
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Love the Lord? Love to Sing? Consider being a part of our Celebration Choir! Our choir is a worship leading choir that meets on Thursday evenings 6:45-8:15 beginning September 2.
We would love to welcome you into our group which serves the Lord by providing vocal music leadership for worship as well as presenting the gospel using music as the tool (concerts & musical dramas...). Both men and women are welcome and encouraged to serve - all parts are needed!! Whether you are an experienced choir vocalist or someone who has never done it before, if you can carry a tune & have the desire, we will help you learn. Church membership is not required. Contact Pat Noble or any of our Celebration Choir members for more information. Sign up is in the lobby for both new & returning members - Or you can email pat at pnoble@ charterinternet.com to sign up! (put "Celebration Choir" in the subject line). Childcare is offered during rehearsal. Love the Lord & play a brass or woodwind instrument? Contact Pat Noble (623-6545) or Jerry Disney (389-4380) for information about playing in our CELEBRATION BAND.
Looking Ahead....
The weekend of December 10-12 will be the weekend of our Christmas Musical. If you love the Lord and love to sing, you will not want to miss the opportunity to be a part of this
Teen Choir will be gearing up again soon! This year we will be part of the Christmas Musical to be presented here at Hope the weekend of Dec 10-12! The Teen Choir is for teens ages 13 - 19 (if you are 12 and entering 7th grade, contact Pat Noble - you may still be eligible) WHO ENJOY SINGING & DRAMA. We generally meet on Sundays at 5:00 (between Youth Group meetings). At times, when we are working on special programs and projects, we have extended or additional rehearsals to prepare for those events. Interested? Then, let's ROCK ON and get started by letting us know you're on board! Signup will be in the Lobby beginning August 8 - or you can send an email to pnoble@ charterinternet.comto get signed up! Just be sure and put "teen choir" in the subject line. We'll be getting started sometime in September, date tba.
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Student Ministries   A heartfelt "Thank you" to our Hope Church family for the tremendous privilege and blessing it was to do "Da BUMP" 2010 - what an awesome opportunity to see Jesus working in the lives of those we served and in our student ministry. The Holy Spirit has been working in Freeway and Crossroads student ministries and here are some of the most important highlights leading up to this year's BUMP: Conviction in the lives of our students (and team leaders) Renewed hunger for God's Word Heart change toward who God is and who we are Heart change toward each other Renewed commitment to our faith community and Hope Student Ministries Some specifics include: a more earnest desire to follow Jesus with several students desiring baptism as a result, a greater trust in Jesus and a heightened interest in discovering truth.  As a result of BUMP, our students were blessed and were a blessing to the people of Riverside EFCA. The Holy Spirit had a significant impact on their community with the children that attended VBS, the record number of teens we had participating in the basketball camp, prayer and the campfire. We even had the privilege of leading a young couple to Christ Sunday morning in the midst of the assembly... it was their second Sunday at Riverside!
As always there are far too many to thank in this panel for their help - we will be in thanksgiving for all of you in the days ahead: the parents, the BUMP team, the children's ministries, Hope staff, Riverside staff, BUMP staff, etc. - God is amazing! Here are a few dates to remember: AUGUST
01 AUG: Sunday, middle school (3pm), high school (6pm), LAST Gory Stories from the Bible, last NO FEAR FACTOR ALL @ the Ott's house
08 AUG: Student Ministries should meet on their own (leadership TBD) @ McKenzie's house
15 AUG: Last day for all existing Sunday School curriculum 12-2 pm, Fellowship Hall: Parent/Student Luncheon with special BUMP presentation, BRICK graduation, introduction of new teachers/classes
15 AUG: LEDGEWOO POOL PARTY (time?-tbd) for middle school and high school
22 AUG: Sunday, middle school at 3 pm and high school at 6 pm at the Peterson's house! SEPTEMBER
22 SEPT: SYATP! (See You At The Pole) |
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Thank You 
Thank you so much for the beautiful flowers that the church family sent me! I absolutely love them and they really made my day. Thank you very much!! Frances Moore
Thank you for the plant, cards, thoughts, and prayers for our family after the loss of Mark's dad. It certainly helped us get through a difficult time. It's a good feeling to know there are a group of loving Christians behind you to lift you up during trying times. Mark's dad was a believer and we know he's in a better place now. He suffered a severe stroke about 6 years ago and never fully recovered. In Christ, The Tichgelaar Family- Mark, Candy, and the boys.
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Kids of Hope  Biblical Virtue to pray for our Kids - Getting ready to go back to school can be a very scary time for many children, pray that they will grow in Courage. "Father, May my children always be strong and courageous in their character and in their actions" (Duet 31:6)
Nursery: If you are 14 or older (or will be soon) and want to work in the nursery we would be thrilled to have your help! With the college age kids heading out of town we are losing several good workers and we need to replace them. Call Tara Minger at 815-270-0328 or Vera at 815-623-6545 to volunteer.
Preschool
Preschool is growing by leaps and bounds! We are so excited when we see our 2 year olds come from the nursery. They feel so big and special! Stop by our Preschool wing - check out our new coat hooks and maybe even pick up a donation card - every little bit helps. With Fall and the new school year right around the corner, keep an eye out for information on when we move up to the next age group. Thank you for supporting our teachers!!
Thinking of how to have JOY in your life?!? Preschool is in immediate need of a permanent teacher for the 2nd service 2 year old group. We are also in need of a temporary teacher during the fall season (4 months) for the 2nd service 3 year old group. Those individuals who are members and interested, please call Chris Fosler @ 815-636-9428.
Sunday School
 This has been a fun summer for the kids in Sunday School and we hope you have heard all about it! Each week the kids have been taking a journey called Metamorphosis. Through key verses in Proverbs, they are learning how God transforms our hearts, just as a caterpillar transforms into a butterfly. We have had a great group of volunteers each week teaching the lesson through drama and games. Praise to God to see so many young faces each week! Parents, just a reminder that you may check your children into Sunday School at 8:45am each week. Our classes are in need of snacks, so if you would be willing to donate, check the board for ideas when you check in the children Sunday morning. Believe it or not, we are planning for fall. This year, we have some terrific teachers returning to lead the children and are also in need of two people to teach K-1st grade. There is a curriculum to follow, all the supplies you need, and flexibility so you can be creative. Please contact Vera Juhlin if you are interested. Thank you all for praying and helping our children. Love, In Jesus' Name, Jane Kane
Worship for Kids is in need of a church member to help with teaching elementary age kids during second service this fall. We are very flexible and can work around schedules. Call Candy Tichgelaar at 815-540-9238 or Vera at 815-623-6545 to volunteer.
AWANA  Prayer and planning is well underway for the upcoming Awana year! Our calendar has been made, and we are now in the process of filling all of our leader positions. This is where we need YOUR HELP! Please consider and pray about where God may be calling YOU to use the gifts and talents He has given you for His service this fall. All 3 of our Awana clubs have openings (see below). Those of us that have been working with the kids and families that God brings to us each year, can tell you how much joy and blessing that we experience through this ministry. We have an Awana Training Day coming up soon that will be beneficial for all, but even if you cannot make that, please contact one of the Awana Directors or Vera Juhlin if you think you may be interested in helping. See below for important upcoming dates, as well as for contact info, and position openings. Looking forward to an awesome Awana year! Dates: Saturday July 31 Awana Leader Basic Training at Hope 8:30am - 12:30pm
Sunday Aug 29 Awana Pre-registration (between and after services)
Monday Aug 30 Awana Leader Mtg for ALL leaders/helpers at 6:30pm
Sunday Sept 5 Awana Pre-registration (between and after services)
Sunday Sept12 Awana Pre-registration (between and after services)
Monday Sept 13 1st Awana Club Night 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Position Openings:
Cubbies (Pre-K):
**Craft Leader
**Bible Story Leader
**Two Adult OR High School Group Guides
**Two Junior High Assistant Leaders
Sparks (K - 2nd):
**Two Teen Leaders
T&T (3rd - 6th):
**Two Women Room Leaders
Contacts:
Roger Glenn (T&T Director) 815-389-1983
Amy Hill (Sparks Director) 815-713-4369
Vicky Steege (Cubbies Director) 815-713-4882
Vera Juhlin (Children's Ministry Director) 815-623-6545 or 815-623-7761
 Timber-Lee Campers August 1-7, 2010 Cole Skadeland Noah Mason
Emily Welch Jackson Cadwell Timber-Lee Scholarship Thank You: Dear Hope Church, Thanks a million for the scholarship to camp Timber-lee! I had so much fun at camp ~~ from swimming to rock climbing. I kept thinking how blessed I was to be there. The last night at camp they had an open microphone ~~ you could go up and say how God has been involved in your life. God gave me the courage to go up and say how God helped me. When I was little God saved my life several times in that I had a rare disease called Kowasaki disorder. Before the doctors performed the possible life changing procedure they said my parents had five minutes to say goodbye in case I did not make it. My mom believes that God saved me for a great reason! Thank you, Alek Ivancich |
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Women of Hope  Mini Retreat
He Is
Friday, August 20 at 6:30 pm Saturday, August 21 at 9 am to noon
Our annual Mini Retreat is for women of Hope who desire to grow in God's Word. He Is is a DVD series by Beth Moore.
Regsitration for the Mini-Retreat will begin Sunday, August 1 at the Information Center and will end August 16. The cost for the retreat is $20.
 The Women of Hope want you to be aware that on Sptember 18, 2010 Living Proof Live featuring Beth Moore will take place at the Rosemont Theater in Rosemont, IL. Tickets are $60 and for $25 more you can register to go on a Canturberry Tours bus into Rosemont for the day. Please click here for more information and registration links.
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Women of Hope Fall Bible Studies
Sign up for Fall Bible Studies will begin at our Mini Retreat as well as Sunday mornings beginning August 22 and ending September 5.
Studies for women include:
Wednesday, Sept 15 to Nov 17
9am Mom to Mom  $16 for book if you don't have one from last year
9am Covenant by Kay Arthur $16 for book
6:45pm Covenant by Kay Arthur $16 for book
**Childcare is provided for morning studies
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Fall Bible Study Offerings 
BIBLICAL PORTRAIT OF MARRIAGE
Mondays during AWANA - 6:30-8:15 pm
Facilitators - Brad & Valerie Schreiner
12 Weeks starting September 13. Biblical Portrait of Mariage
God designed marriage to be between a man and a woman, for better, for worse, for life. A marriage is a relationship, a partnership, a companionship, designed and created by God. But marriages are not without problems. God wants the partnership of your marriage to be the solution to your problems.
In a biblical Portrait of Marriage, Dr. Bruce Wilkinson outlines six parnership principles and six problem-solving strategies - enought to move any marriage from bland to grand!
The first six sessions cover the partnership aspect of marriage: the roles and responsibilities of husbands, wives, and couples. The second six sessions tackle the toughest problems of marriage: in-laws, money, sex, romance, communications, and loyalty.
With this series, your marriage won't become perfect -but it will become a more loving, problem-solving partnership! You'll have painted A Biblical Portrait of Marriage!
Session 1: Leaving Session 2: Cleaving
Session 3: Helper Session 4: Submitting
Session 5: Leader Session 6: Loving
Session 7: In-Laws Session 8: Money
Session 9: Sex Session 10: Romance Session 11: Communication Session 12: Loyalty 1,2,3 John & Jude - Established in Truth, Marked by Love
Wednesdays - Coed: 6:45-8:30 pm - starting September 15
 Facilitator - Andrew Schwenk - 10 weeks
Established in Truth..Marked by Love. A twelve week, verse-by-verse examination of 1,2,3 John & Jude with John MacArthur's commentary and throught-provoking questions will urge you to fight for truth and stand firm in spite of intense spiritual warfare.
Men's Fraternity - The Great Adventure Wednesdays - Men: 6:00-7:30 am - starting September 15 Facilitator - Mike Butts - 20 weeks - covering Fall and Spring semesters
The Great Adventure explores a man and his world beyond the everyday. The 20-session study puts the roof on the house of masculinity and creates a vision for a man's future and destiny. This study will help men rediscover the adventure in life through a greater understanding of who they are. Men will uncover the uniqueness they have as a man and discover a satisfying life focus. It will challenge men to consider several important questions they are continually asking themselves:
"Who Am I?"
"What are my life dreams ?"
"Do I have courage to pursue those dreams?" It also introduces a tool, Your Unique Design, to help men better understand their makeup, who they are, what their natural strengths are and the types of environments in which they thrive.
Never has another manhood curriculum challenged men to live life to the fullest like The Great Adventure . It will take them on a journey that leads to significant personal discoveries about who they are and where they are going in life.
COMING IN JANUARY:
Financial Peace University
Wednesdays - Family/Coed: 6:30-8:30
Facilitator - Brad Schreiner - 13 weeks
Financial Peace University consists of a 13-week video curriculum taught by financial expert Dave Ramsey, that incorporates small-group discussions to encourage accountability and discipleship. Most financial programs are boring, with confusing information and monotonous instructors. Financial Peace is very different! It is highly entertaining for everyone, with a unique combination of humor, informative financial advice, and biblical messages. The course is easy to facilitate and there is no certification required to become one of our volunteer coordinators. Dave does all the teaching via video with volunteer coordinators leading the discussions after the videos. Through two classes held here, families of Hope have saved or paid off debt of nearly $300,000. Have you missed out on this so far? Set aside time now for the upcoming class.
SAVE THE DATE:  Maximize Your Marriage Retreat October 23 Childcare will be provided. Invest in your marriage today - set aside the date on your calendar now. You can reserve your spot now by contacting Pastor Brad. |
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Adult Ministries
College age meets during 9 am service in the Adult  Classroom
Taught by: Todd Piefer
 20's & 30's meet during 9 am service in the Fireside Room
Taught by: Greg Minger, Sean Haggerty
and Gary Heckman
Where do you turn when you need to replace a fuse, cook dinner, eradicate ants, or soothe your child's upset stomach? If you are like many others, you have a shelf full of "how-to" books to supplement your own  knowledge and experience. Now it's time to add Proverbs to that shelf! Proverbs is the Bible's own how-to manual. The wisdom contained in its practical and simple instructions will help you to be successful and prosperous in your work, your dealings with family and friends, and your relationship with God. As William Mouser opens up this treasure-store of godly guidance, you'll wonder how you ever survived without it
Multigenerational meets during 10:30 service in the fellowship Hall
Taught by: Chuck Jones In a recent study, the Barna Research Group revealed a stunning statistic that continues to reverberate throughout the evangelical world. Only 9 percent of professing Christians have a biblical worldview.1  Because of this, today's believers live very similarly to non-believers. A personal sense of significance is rarely experienced, we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy and we begin to wonder what life's ultimate purpose really is. We are, in short, losing our bearings as a people and a nation. To counter this slide within the body of Christ, we are launching one of the most ambitious and powerful projects in the history of our ministry-Focus on the Family's The Truth Project. The Truth Project is a DVD-based group curriculum taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This home study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life. We believe this one project represents the possibility for exponential change within the body of Christ, as we expect that thousands will be transformed by this curriculum. As it has been throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world. 
Multigenerational meets during 9 am service in the Fellowship Hall
Taught by: Mike Winebrenner
As believers, the world will draw conclusions about Jesus based on our behavior. So how can we demonstrate love, and honor truth, in all situations-particularly the stickier ones? Using examples from the author's own "sticky" life, this study looks for the answer in the tenuous but interdependent relationship of two character attributes fully possessed by Christ: Grace and Truth.  Jesus' heart was filled with 100 percent grace and 100 percent truth-not 50 percent of each. According to Alcorn, then, it is only by demonstrating a balance of grace and truth that we can accurately show Christ's character to the world. But he adds, "Grace isn't good manners, and by truth I don't just mean speaking honestly." Through this short-term study, then, Christians will come to a deeper understanding of each attribute, their co-existence, and practical ways that we can model them both in full and equal measure. Seniors 60+ meet during 10:30 am service in the Fireside Room Taught by: Pastor Ken Bergstedt
For more than 15 years, God has used Experiencing  God in His work, showing believers how to know Him intimately while encouraging them to step out in faith and join Him in His work with miraculous results. The revised Member Book has been updated with new illustrations and testimonial content that demonstrates how this study contributed to some truly miraculous results. If you have never tried coming to an ABF - what is stopping you from checking one out? |
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Music Minsitry
Can you meet our Ministry Need?
The Celebration Choir is currently seeking persons to do childcare during their Thursday rehearsals. A number of our vocalists have young children or babies that need care during our rehearsal time so they can prepare for leading worship and for our upcoming Christmas Outreach Musical. Helping would involve a once or twice per month commitment, September thru Mid-December and Mid-January thru Mid- May. Time frame is 6:45-8:20pm.
Contact Pat Noble if you can help us (623-6545 x5), or by email pnoble@charterinternet.com. If using email be sure to put "childcare for choir" in the subject line. Thanks!
Kids Kamp Update:
 Please pray for our kids and leadership during our Kids Music & Drama Kamp week held evenings August 2-8. Be sure to attend this year's performance of "Joseph and the Dream Team XTreme" held here at Hope on Sunday, Aug 8, at 6:30pm.
We still have the following needs for Kids Kamp:
*Snack or juice box donations.
*Someone to handle or help with set up,
serving, and cleanup for the Sunday
evening fellowship following the
performance on Sunday evening, Aug 8.
Time is short, so let Pat Noble (623-6545) know right away if you can help with or provide any of the above. Thanks! |
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