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Young Adults on Tap
October 28
Gather with the Young Adults at the Muddy Pig on Dale Street in St. Paul, Thursday, October 28, at 6 p.m. All are welcome! Contact Joann Lee for more information:
joannl@hohchurch.org or
651-223-7549.
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Capital Campaign
OUR HOPE FOR YEARS TO COME capital campaign wants to hear from you. Look in the pew rack in front of you to locate the campaign card-easily identifiable with the red campaign logo. Tell us why House of Hope is important to you and your life by completing the sentence, "House of Hope is important to me because ........" These comments will be used throughout the campaign, with your permission. Then, on the reverse side of that pew card, let us know if your need more information or how ready you are to complete your commitment to the campaign. You can place the pew card in the offering plate and expect to hear from someone very soon. To date, OUR HOPE FOR YEARS TO COME has received 161 gifts, totaling $4,356,412.04.
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Offering Envelopes
It is time to order offering envelopes for the coming year (2011). If you wish to receive offering envelopes, please notify Michelle Freyholtz, Assistant for Administration and Stewardship, at 651-223-7556, or michellef@hohchurch.org. |
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Reformation Sunday
October 31
On Reformation Sunday, October 31, special service music will be provided by the University of Minnesota Trumpet Ensemble, David Baldwin, Conductor. Music of the bagpipes and drum, and the banners of the historic confessions of the Presbyterian Church, will also mark the celebration.
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October in the
Cloister Gallery:
James Quentin
Young
James Quentin Young's pieces may tell a Biblical story or simply be unique artworks in which the viewer recognizes bits and pieces from his or her own past. Young demonstrates his Christian faith with the cross as the primary symbol of his work. Using discarded and broken items, the art portrays Christ's acceptance of our flawed and rejected lives, and the transformation through His death and resurrection.
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Stuffing, Anyone?
Volunteers are needed to stuff the bulletins with various inserts on Friday mornings. If you would be willing to help with this task on a regular basis for the rest of the program year (through May 21), please contact Kristin Klaustermeier in the Church Office, 651-227-6311 or kristink@hohchurch.org. |
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Taking Stock
If you have occasion to donate stock in fulfillment ofyour pledge obligation, please contact MichelleFreyholtz, Assistant for Administra- tion and Stewardship, 651-223-7556, or mail or fax to her (fax number: 651-227-9969) the following statement: I/We hereby make a legal gift of (number) shares of (stock name) to The House of Hope Presbyterian Church in payment of my/our pledge to the Operating Fund (or other fund).
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Get in the Spirit!
Volunteers are needed to decorate the church for Christmas on Friday, November 26, starting at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary. If you are interested in helping with this festive task, please call Sue Fox at 651-483-2385. |
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Recognition of 50+ year Members October 31
A recognition of our longest-term members of The House of Hope congregaton is planned for Sunday, October 31. Greet our longest-term members at 9 a.m. in the Kirk Parlour. They will be recognized in the 10 a.m. worship service and celebrated together in the Sanctuary with a brief program following worship.
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Adult Education Wednesday Night In-Depth Series
on the Old Testament Concludes October 27
"What is the Significance of the Old Testament in the Christian Bible and the Church's Understanding of its Relationship to Judaism?"
Recent discoveries of unknown ancient manuscripts such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, as well as the revived study of Reformed thinkers and historical criticism reveal a richer, more complex understanding of the origins of Christianity and Judaism that requires new theological thinking. Paul Capetz, professor of Historical Theology at United Seminary, will discuss the following: October 27: Theological Critique of Historical Biblical Scholarship: Barth's Revival of a Christological Exegesis of the Old Testament. 7 p.m. in the Assembly Room. |
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WomenSpirit presents "Hildegard of Bingen
and the Living Light" October 28
 WomenSpirit and St. Olaf Worship and Sacred Music Series will present "Hildegard of Bingen and the Living Light" at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Minneapolis. Hildegard of Bingen was a 13th century German prophetess, healer, composer and Benedictine Abbess. From 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 28, international mezzo soprano Linn Maxwell will accompany herself on medieval instruments, singing seven of Hildegard's original songs. Through the mystic's letters and writings, Maxwell will explore Hildegard's timeless message of spiritual truth, wholistic healing, and caring for the earth. Tickets are $20 and available at www.brownpapertickets.org or at the door. For directions and parking, go to www.saintolaf.org. House of Hope is a member organization of WomenSpirit. |
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Project Home Halloween Party October 30
Homeless families staying at Houseof Hope will enjoy all the fun of a traditional Halloween celebration atthis party hosted by Sunday School 4th and 5th graders and their parents at 4:30 on Saturday, October 30. Donations are needed to guarantee a good time for our guests: costumes, decorations, individually wrapped candies, small toys and books for prizes, bingo prizes for adults and kids. Contact JanSnell, 651-223-7547, or bring your donated items to the Christian Education office.
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Project Bag-A-Meal Begins October 31
As you leave worship on Sunday, please take a grocery bag from one of the Sunday School students waiting at the Sanctuary doors. Each bag has suggestions for providing a meal or nutritious food for people in need. Please fill your bag as you are able and return the bags by November 28. All food donations will go to the Hallie Q. Brown Food Shelf for distribution to those in need in our neighborhoods. This project is sponsored by the Children and Family Ministries Committee.
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Bibles for Third Graders October 31
On Sunday, October 31, we celebrate the Reformation by presenting Bibles to our 3rd graders. All families of third graders should have been contacted, but if your family has not received the information, please contact Jan Snell at 651-223-7547 or jans@hohchurch.org.
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Living the Questions: Developments in Religious Thought and Practice November 3, 10 and 17, 7 p.m.
Looking for a chance to grow in your understanding of your faith in a small group discussion format? Living the Questions is a video-based discussion series for adults which will be held on three Wednesday evenings, November 3, 10 and 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Kirk Parlour. An open-minded alternative to studies that attempt to give all the answers, Living the Questions strives instead to create an environment where participants can interact with one another in exploring what's next for Christianity. Featuring a DVD presentation of scholars, theologians and current cultural leaders, this series may be just the thing to expand your theological understandings. Contact Rev. Tom Forster-Smith at tomf@hohchurch.org, or call him at 651 223-7553 for further information.
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Hard Hats November 4
The Hard Hats help maintain the House of Hope facilities inside and out. These volunteers work under the direction of their crew chief, Erv Lentz, with a task list provided by Facilities Manager Doug Wakefield. Come to their next meeting at 9 a.m. on Thursday, November 4, in the Assembly Room. If you have questions, call Erv Lentz at 651-484-7976.
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Mission Sewing November 4
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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Joy Davis' Literature Series November 4
Joy Davis' First Thursday Literature Seminar will turn to Sherwood Anderson with a discussion of "Hands," one of the stories that comprise his novel Winesburg, Ohio. We will meet at usual in the church Library at 10:15 on November 4.
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Caring Visitors Orientation November 6
Are you a Caring Visitor? Would you like to be one? Congregational Care is hosting a Caring Visitor Orientation Saturday, November 6 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Meeting House. The gathering will provide (1) a short "in-service" on protecting vulnerable adults, and (2) a facilitated discussion on how our first several months have gone for you as Caring Visitors.
If you are a caring visitor and plan to attend, or if you'd like to join the group, please RSVP to HoHCares@gmail.com or the church office, 651-227-6311. Your response by October 22 will help us plan food and discussion.
Thank you for your service to the homebound members of the House of Hope!
If you have questions about this program, please contact Tom Forster-Smith, tomf@hohchurch.org or 651-223-7553.
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Benevolence Bash November 7
 Bring the kids and grandkids, your friends and neighbors, and have fun at this year's Benevolence Bash following 10 a.m. worship on Sunday, November 7! The Bash is one way we raise money for the church's mission and benevolence fund that serves our neighbors locally and around the world. There will be: special activities for kids; live and silent auctions of items donated by our members, friends, and local businesses; a raffle for a Kindle and an iPad; a game of Heads & Tails for a $250 gas card; a holiday bazaar selling handcrafted items. Lunch will be served! Lunch tickets will be on sale after 10 a.m. worship on October 31 and at the Bash: $10 for individuals; $30 for families. If you have questions, contactDebby Fulton, 651-552-3711 or debbyf@goldengate.netMary Senkbeil, 651-270-9914 or mary.senkbeil@gmail.com |
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Getting over Stereotypes: an Interfaith Dialogue among Eastern, Western and Indigenous Peoples
St. Paul Interfaith Network (SPIN)
November 1, 8, 15, 22. 7-9 p.m.
 Religious and ethnic diversity is everywhere. Do we lack information or do we misunderstand religious traditions which differ from our own? Have we been exposed to viewpoints about other religious traditions that are not true? How do we more fully understand Eastern, Western or Indigenous traditions? Might answers to these questions affect our responses to current issues? NOVEMBER 1: GOD AND GODS - ONE AND MANYHindu, Muslim and Christian presentersGloria Dei Lutheran Church, 701 Snelling Ave S, Saint Paul MN 55116ˇ What are our images and concepts of God?ˇ How do we name God?ˇ How do we speak with or communicate with God?ˇ How do we see God's involvement in history (mercy, justice, anger)? NOVEMBER 8: HUMAN FAMILY - WHO WE ARE AND WHY WE ARE HEREJewish, Hindu and Baha'i presentersMount Zion Temple, 1300 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105ˇ Do humans have work to do?ˇ What, if anything, needs to be mended?ˇ Are we souls? spirit? What, if anything, persists after death? NOVEMBER 15: SACRED SPACE - THE MEANING IN PLACEIslamic Institute of Minnesota (Masjid al Salaam)Muslim, Christian and Indigenous presenters1460 Skillman Avenue, Maplewood, MN 55109ˇ What is our place in the cosmos within the family of rocks, trees and all living creatures?ˇ Are certain spaces or areas sacred ? What makes them so?ˇ Are we called to confer honor on the sacred spaces of others?ˇ What is our responsibility to the earth and the environment? NOVEMBER 22: SACRED TIME - THE MEANING IN MOMENTSJewish, Buddhist and Indigenous presentersKlas Center - Hamline University, Taylor Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55104ˇ When are seasons, months and days sacred and why?ˇ Our sense of history: where we have come from and where we are going?ˇ How do we accommodate that which is repetitious and that which is new?ˇ What is our concept of destiny?
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Article Headline
 Habitat for Humanity - Fall 2010 Our Saturday workdates for Habitat for Humanity are set for this fall. We will be working on Saturdays, November 13 and December 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mark your calendars now to keep these dates open. Locations have not been determined and more information about the locations will be provided at the Information Table in the Cloister Gallery, in the Sunday Bulletin and by e-mail. We are always looking for new people to join us. People of all experience levels are welcomed. No construction experience is necessary. Training, tools & materials, and lunch are provided. If you don't want to do construction, we are looking for people to help with lunch (needed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.). To sign-up or for more information, please contact Kyle Schmidt at 651-690-2559 or e-mail at kwschmidt03@yahoo.com. |
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Recovery Sunday November 14
 Rev. Michael O'Connell, former rector of The Basilica of Saint Mary in downtown Minneapolis, chairman of the Hazelden Foundation, advocate for ecumenical dialogue, co-founder of the Jeremiah Program, among other contributions to the community, will preach at both services. The Enrichment Program speaker will feature Sherry Gaugler-Stewart, Family and Spiritual Recovery Coordinator at The Retreat in Wayzata. Recovery Sunday is sponsored by House of Hope's Faith Partners Ministry, which provides education programs, resource information, outreach and support to people affected by addiction. |
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Taking Root - Interfaith Immigrant Support Program
 Hai Paw and his family are just one of many families coming to the Twin Cities Metro looking for a safe, welcoming place in which to raise their children and be given the opportunity to flourish. Hai is 80 years old and is arriving on November 9 along with his daughter Moo Kree Paw, 23 years old, her husband Hser Nay Moo, 21 years old and their two-year old daughter. The family is originally from Burma and have been living in a refugee camp in Thialand. They speak the Karen language and are members of the Presbyterian Church.
Taking Root, a program of the Minnesota Council of Churches is looking for individuals interested in joining an interfaith team along with our Muslim neighbors to support families like Hai Paw's. We are looking for people who are available during day, in the evening, or on weekends. Team members will help by driving the family to appointments, helping them get to know their community, or making them feel welcome.
Matthew 25:31-40 tells us that we are called feed the hungry, clothe the naked, give drink to the thirsty, and visit the sick and imprisoned. In verse 40 Jesus tells us, "Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me." Please consider answering the call to serve those who are simply looking for a safe, welcoming place. You will also be given the unique opportunity to get to know our neighbors of a different faith.
The House of Hope Deacons' Community Service Committee has endorsed our participation in this project.
For more information, or to volunteer for this program, please contact Lynea Geinert at the Minnesota Council of Churches:
lynea.geinert@mnchurches.org or 612-230-3243.
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Job Support Group
Every Thursday, job seekers meet to share experiences and support one another (5 p.m. Job Support Group; 6 p.m. Informal Meeting and Assistance). Your sharing of job openings is very helpful to the participants. Individual assistance is available, including resumé review, cover letters, networking, business plan review, coaching, mentoring, interview practice, encouragement. Seminars of interest to job seekers are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 7
to 9 p.m. For more information, e-mail info@TheBigNet.net, check The Big Net website or call 651-228-1172. You may also contact Rev. Tom Forster-Smith at tomf@hohchurch.org or 651-223-7553. This program is held at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, 60
Kent St., St Paul (between Portland and Holly). The House of Hope is a member church of The Big Net. A resource book for job seekers is available on the information table in the Church Library.
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Grief Groups at Lumen Christi
Grief groups of the Capital City Grief Coalition will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at The House of Hope beginning October 7, 2010, through March of 2011. 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
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: Closed
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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