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Cloister Gallery
Photographs by
Tom Forster-Smith
From January 10 to 31, the Cloister Art Gallery will feature "A Journey in Photos," an exhibit of photographs taken by Tom Forster-Smith during his recent sabbatical. Tom has been an amateur photographer since he received his first Brownie camera in 1961 at the age of 10. The display will highlight his sabbatical journey to 18 different countries between August 6 and November 18, 2009. |
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Seekers
"Thin Places"
January 20 & 27
The SEEKERS is a conversation group about "Thin Places" between earth and heaven. Join Rev. Tom Forster-Smith in a discussion of places and experiences in our lives where we've felt the presence of the Holy in unusual ways: Wednesday evenings, January 20 and 27, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Kirk Parlour. (Those who are reading Frederick Buechner's book Godric will meet for discussion on Monday, January 25, at 7 p.m. at Caribou Coffee, 757 Grand Avenue. For more information, contact Margie Crone at maccrone1@aol.com.) |
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Women's Advocates
January 21
WOMEN'S ADVOCATES shelter for battered women serves nearly 1,000 women and children a year. Women are given emergency shelter, food, clothing and personal items as well as support and counseling. Children are given child care; safety plans; support groups; education and counseling; animal-assisted intervention and art therapy; and facilitation of school enrollment, transportation and tutoring. The Rose Program helps families move into permanent, stable housing and gives intensive care and support services after women and children move out of the shelter. A group of women under the leadership of House of Hope member Liz Boyd volunteers every Third Thursday from 6
p.m. to 7:30 pm. They do a craft project or play bingo with the women and children, and then provide a treat for them. If you would be interested in joining this group (men included), leave your name in the church office, 651-227-6311. |
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Job Support Group
The Big
Net: Congregations Working Together to Provide Job Seeker
Programs and
Services provides a weekly support program, at 4 p.m. on
Thursdays, covering resume review, networking, cover letters, personal
assessment, interview practice and general support. This program is held at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, 60
Kent St., St Paul (between Portland and Holly). For more
information, contact Rev. Tom Forster-Smith at tomf@hohchurch.org or 651-223-7553, or visit www.thebignet.net.
The House of Hope is a member church of The Big Net.
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Images of Jesus in Stained Glass January 24
 Come to the third of three Sunday sessions exploring Images of JESUS IN THE ARTS at 11:05 a.m. in the Sanctuary on January 24. Nancy Brasel will explore Images of Jesus in Stained Glass, focusing on our Sanctuary windows. This presentation is inter-generational, and children in grades 1-5 will participate with their parents, and then be excused for their own activities relating to the theme of the day. |
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Enrichment Program: Feed My Starving Children January 24
On January 24, Doug Cornelius of Feed My Starving Children will tell us about his hands-on outreach ministry which prepares meals for distribution to hungry people in developing countries around the world. 11 a.m. in the Assembly Room.
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Chapel Organ Recital January 24
 On January 24, at 4 p.m., our Elizabeth Chapel Organ Recital Series continues with a performance by Raymond Johnston. Raymond Johnston was born in Kent, England, and is a graduate of Cambridge University. He became assistant organist at Worcester Cathedral and developed a career as an organist and conductor-performing in the UK, Europe, South Africa and the USA. He appeared regularly as accompanist and soloist with the Cathedral Choir on radio, television and commercial recordings, and conducted at the 1993 Three Choirs' Festival. During this time he was also a member of the music staff at The King's School, Worcester, and musical director of the Cathedral Voluntary Choir. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Organists and, since December 2000, Director of Music at St. Mark's Cathedral, Minneapolis. He will be joined by soprano Kristi Bergland. The concert will be preceded by a 30-minute carillon prelude by David Johnson. A reception will follow the organ recital.
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Mission Sewing January 21
The MISSION SEWING GROUP meets on the first and third Thursday of the month, September through May, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Dining Rooms A&B. The group does good work for the missions and enjoys fellowship. Sewing ability is not required. Bring a sandwich; coffee is provided. For further information, contact Janet Brownell 651-765-4990 or Terry Maroney 952-423-6960.
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CPR Training January 23
 CPR training to be offered at House of Hope! Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 23, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Training in infant/child CPR, adult CPR and the use of an Automatic External Defibrillator will be included. No written tests, and all participants will use their own mannequin. Cost is $50 per person. Sign up in the church office, or by contacting Jan Snell at 651-223-7547 or jans@hohchurch.org. |
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Sunday-Weekday Connections January 26
 This intergenerational House of Hope women's program will meet at the Meeting House (761 Summit) on Tuesday, January 26, at 6:30 p.m., to hear our speaker, Amy Brenengen. Amy serves on the legislative staff of the Minnesota Legislature, focusing on women's issues. The evening begins with a social time at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and the speaker's presentation. Sign up today at the table outside the Kirk Parlour after the service. The cost is $20 for dinner and related costs. Or make your reservation and pay at the church office by Sunday, January 24. Sign up now for a great evening. Make your check payable to The House of Hope. |
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First Thursday Literature Series February 4
 Joy Davis' Literature Series will continue the study of Nathaniel Hawthorne by discussing his story "Rappacini's Daughter." Our consideration of E. A. Poe's "Cask of Amontillado" will take place on March 4. All sessions begin at 10 a.m. at the Meeting House (761 Summit). Reservations are not required. |
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Annual Meeting February 7
The Annual Meeting of the Congregation of The House of Hope Presbyterian Church will be held on Sunday, February 7, at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary, for the purposes of receiving reports for 2009 and approving clergy terms of call.
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Macalester Sunday February 14
On February 14 we celebrate our historic relationship with Macalester College, whose founder and first president was Edward Duffield Neill. Dr. Neill founded The First Presbyterian Church in 1849 and House of Hope in 1855. The two congregations merged in 1914 to become The House of Hope Presbyterian Church.
The worship services begin with the skirls of the bagpipe, and service music is provided by the Macalester College Concert Choir under the direction of Eugene Rogers. Rev. Lucy Forster-Smith, Macalester's Associate Dean for Religious and Spiritual Life and Chaplain of the College, is the preacher of the day. Macalester President Brian Rosenberg brings greetings from the college. Shortbread will be served in Kirk Parlour and members of our congregation who are Macalester graduates serve as greeters.
Following 10 a.m. worship, Macalester Provost Kathy Murray will talk about plans for the expansion of the college's Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center. Join us in the Assembly Room.
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Mardi Gras! ("Fat Tuesday") February 16
Mark your calendars for our Mardi Gras
celebration on Tuesday evening, February 16, at 6 p.m. Everyone is
invited to gather in the Great Hall for a pancake supper, beads, music
and fun! Sign up on February 7 or 14 after worship or by calling the
church office, 651-227-6311. COST: $5 per person or a maximum of $20
per household.
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Ash Wednesday February 17
Our Lenten journey begins on Ash
Wednesday, February 17, with a worship service and Holy Communion at 7
p.m. in the Sanctuary. David Van Dyke will preach and the Motet Choir
will provide the service music.
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Family Bowling February 28
 We're going BOWLING! Sunday, February 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. at St. Bernard's lanes. Families of all ages and stages are invited. Bumpers for the young ones, pizza and good fun are included. Cost is $7 per person or a maximum of $30 per family. Children under 2 years of age are free. Sign up on the poster outside of the Christian Education office or contact Jan Snell, 651-223-7547.
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Didier Seminar April 23, 24 and 25
 Mark your calendar for the DIDIER SEMINAR, April 23, 24 and 25, 2010. The guest speaker will be The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault, Episcopal priest, author, Principal Teacher for the Contemplative Society, and past fellow of the Institute for Ecumenical and Cultural Research at St. John's Abbey in Collegeville, Minnesota. She will speak on the topic "Meditation and Visionary Seeing in the Christian Tradition." Free. Open to the public.
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Grief Groups at House of Hope through March
Grief groups of the Capital City Grief Coalition will meet at House of Hope on Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. through March 2010. These groups are designed for those who have lost loved ones through death. Newcomers are welcome to join at any time. For more information, contact Coalition Coordinator Lois Knutson, 651-227-4430. |
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Office Hours
 September through May:Monday and Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.Tuesday and Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Friday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Saturday: ClosedSunday: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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