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Annual Meeting
February 13
The Annual Meeting of the Congregation of The House of Hope Presbyterian Church will be held on Sunday, February 13, at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary, for the purposes of receiving reports for 2010 and approving clergy terms of call. |
MACALESTER SUNDAY
February 13
One Service: 10 a.m.
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February 13 is Macalester Sunday, the day we celebrate our historic relationship with Macalester College, whose founder and first president was historian and educator Edward Duffield Neill, the founder of The House of Hope. Edward Duffield Neill worked as Superintendent of Public Instruction for the Minnesota Territory in 1851-53, and as chancellor of the state university in 1858-61. During the Civil War he served as an army and a hospital chaplain. He served in the administrations of Presidents Lincoln, Johnson and Grant. He was the president of Macalester College from 1873 to 1874, as well as professor of history and literature. Worship on February 13 will begin with the sound of the bagpipes, and service music will be provided by the Macalester College Concert Choir under the direction of Eugene Rogers. Eily Marlow, Lilly Program Associate at the college, will be the preacher of the day. Macalester President Brian Rosenberg will bring greetings from the college. There is only one service on February 13: 10 a.m. |
Stewardship 2011
Offering Ourselves
Stewardship is everyone's opportunity to express their faith by making an annual financial commitment to the church. The exciting capital campaign is raising funds for the much-needed repair and updating of the church facilities; it does not cover operating expenses. Please make your annual stewardship pledge in January to support the overall and ongoing mission of the church, and all of the wonderful programs that are regularly highlighted in the newsletter and church bulletins. We can be proud of the good work this church accomplishes within these walls and out in the world, all supported by our annual gifts. |
ADULT ENRICHMENT
SUNDAYS
11:15 a.m.
Assembly Room
February 6 On the subject of mental illness. The ADULT ENRICHMENT PROGRAM on February 6, sponsored by Faith Partners, features Dr. Tim Burkett, CEO of People Incorporated and a licensed psychologist. The title of his presentation is "Breaking Through the Stigma" on the subject of mental illness. Faith Partners Ministry serves the congregation and community by providing educational programs, resource information, outreach and support to people affected by addiction.
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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
Our Hope for Years to Come video and other campaign information can be found on the House of Hope website: www.hohchurch.org. Click on the video locator and enjoy hearing about the importance of House of Hope in our members' lives. Background about the campaign and its goals as well as the campaign prayer, hymn and pledge form are also available. If you haven't made a commitment to the campaign, you can download the pledge form and submit it to the church office. Campaign Update, week ending January 21, 2011: $5,050,000 from 298 pledges and gifts received.
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JANUARY IN THE CLOISTER GALLERY
Jewish Women's
Artists' Circle
Tikkun: Repair is an exhibit of the Jewish Women Artists' Circle, a group of Jewish artists in the Twin Cities. In modern Judaism, the concept of tikkun, which literally means "repair," connotes healing, wellness, wholeness, justice and compassion. The Jewish Women Artists' Circle was founded in 2005, initially funded by a grant from Rimon, the Minnesota Jewish Arts Council, an initiative of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation. The artists are diverse in age and Jewish backgrounds. They work in varied media, both two- and three-dimensional, often putting together materials and ideas in unique and interesting ways. A vital component of their group is study. For each exhibit, they select a spiritual theme and they hold study sessions with community scholars. The exhibit artists are Sandra Baron, Jane Bassuk, Rachel Breen, Sandra Brick, Gloria Cooper, Lucy Rose Fischer, Bette Globus Goodman, Natalie Halpern (Eichen), Rani Halpern, Barbara Boko Kvasnick-Nunez, Joyce Lyon, Lynda Monick-Isenberg, Aimee Orkin, Paula Leiter Pergament, Dianne Silverman, Sharon Stillman, and Anita White. For further information about the Jewish Women Artists' Circle, contact Lucy Rose Fischer, Coordinator, lucyrosedesigns@comcast.net or 952-925-0649.
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FIRST SUNDAY
IS FOOD SUNDAY
Remember to bring nonperishable food items and leave them on the table by the Elizabeth Chapel for the Hallie Q. Brown Food Shelf and Minnesota FoodShare on the first Sunday of the month. Or make a monetary donation using an offering envelope in the pew racks.
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February 2
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Join us on this Wednesday evening, 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Kirk Parlour for Living the Questions 2. If you missed the opportunity this past Fall to participate in this DVD-based small group discussion series of the topic of a "Progressive Christian" approach to faith in the 21st Century, this Wednesday evening will offer you another chance to learn and grow in your faith. Featuring thirty acclaimed scholars, theologians and other experts discussing current developments in religious thought and practice, the DVD will serve as a discussion starter for participants. Contact Rev. Tom Forster-Smith at tomf@hohchurch.org or 651-223-7553 for further information.
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SOCK IT TO US!
"Sock It To Us!" is a sock drive for Project Home during the cold, wet winter months. The Youth of House of Hope will be in Kirk Parlour each Sunday from January 23 to March 27 collecting socks for those who are homeless. Please bring new socks for children and adults of all ages and help us keep our neighbors' feet warm and dry.
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HARD HATS February 3
This group of hard-working volunteers is looking for a few more good men and women to join them in working to keep our beautiful and beloved House of Hope facilities in the best possible condition. On the first Thursday of the month, the group works on a task list provided by Facilities Manager Doug Wakefield. If this sounds like your mission opportunity, call Erv Lentz, 651-484-7976, or just meet in the Library at 9 a.m. on Thursday, February 3.
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MISSION SEWING February 3
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. Next meetings: February 3 and 17.
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FIRST THURSDAY LITERATURE SERIES February 3
Joy Davis' FIRST THURSDAY LITERATURE SEMINARS will leave Scott Fitzgerald and turn to Edith Wharton, reading her powerful novel, Summer. We will meet on February 3 in the Church Library at 10:30 a.m. instead of 10:15.
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SIGN UP FOR SUMMER YOUTH MISSION TO CHICAGO
Please RSVP to Joann Lee at joannl@hohchurch.org or 651-223-7549 if you would like to join us for our annual summer youth mission trip. This year we will be serving in Chicago from July 31 to August 6, 2011. All incoming 9th graders through outgoing 12th graders are welcome to come! Look for official registration forms in your e-mail and mailboxes in the coming weeks. Please RSVP by March 1, 2011. RSVP's after that date cannot be guaranteed and will depend on space availability through our partnering mission, The Door.
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FEBRUARY 6
Souper Bowl of Caring: On Sunday, February 6, millions of people all over the world will tune in to watch Super Bowl XLV. There will be parties with lots of food, friendship, and fellowship. At the same time, there will be people worrying about staying warm, finding shelter and their next meal. The Souper Bowl of Caring is a national grassroots, faith-based campaign against hunger. The Youth of House of Hope are joining other churches, schools, organizations, and individuals across the country to fight hunger and poverty by collecting dollars and cans of food in soup pots on that Sunday. You can find us stationed at the church exits and the Kirk Parlour. All non-perishable food items can be dropped off in the Kirk Parlour. Please join young people around the U.S. as we demonstrate God's love by loving our neighbors through this collection.
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Super Bowl Party
February 6
Super Bowl XLV Party: The House of Hope Youth invite all families and young adults to join us in the Youth Room on Sunday, February 6 at 4 p.m. for a Super Bowl viewing party. Come cheer on your team and bring a dish to share!
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 PRE-DIDIER SEMINAR
ADULT EDUCATION
OPPORTUNITIES
BEGIN FEBRUARY 9
The topic of the 2011 Didier Seminar (March 11-13) is "Theology, Spirituality, and the Arts." Join us for the following pre-seminar events at 7 p.m. in the Assembly Room. (Please note the special location of the February 24 event.*)
Wednesday Evening In-Depth Studies
Wednesday, February 9: Photographer Wing Young Huie, "Identity and American Landscape.
Wednesday, February 16: James Sewell, Founder and Director of the James Sewell Ballet, "Connecting Your Spirit: Mind/Body Connection"
Wednesday, February 23: Professor Paul Westermeyer, "The History and Development of Hymns"
*Thursday, February 24 at the MINNEAPOLIS INSTITUTE OF ARTS: Professor Wilson Yates leads a tour of Christian art at the MIA entitled "Reflections on Major Works of Christian Art." There will be two tours: 5:30-7 p.m., and 7:15-8:45 p.m.) Each tour is limited to 20 participants. The tour is free, but reservations are required. Please make reservations with the church office, 651-227-6311, indicating the time of the tour you plan to attend. Participants should meet in the lobby of the MIA 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
Wednesday, March 2, Jordan Sramek, Founder/Artistic Director of the Rose Ensemble.
These events are free and open to the public.
PRE-DIDIER SEMINAR
SUNDAY ADULT ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
11:15 a.m. Assembly Room
February 27: Tim Smith, representing John August Swanson, Cloister Art Gallery artist
March 6: Professor Marilyn Chiat, "Religious Architecture/Creating Sacred Space"
March 13: The Rev. David Miller and his son, House of Hope Director of Music/Organist Dr. Aaron David Miller, discuss their composition "Light in Deepest Night" which will be performed during the 10 a.m. worship service that day. The Rev. David Miller is Director of Spiritual Formation at the Lutheran School of Theology in Chicago.
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 MIDDLE SCHOOL LOCK-IN
FEBRUARY 12-13
Middle School Mid-Year Lock-In: Saturday, February 12, to Sunday, February 13, from 8 p.m. to Sunday worship. Come join us for a fun overnight in the Youth Room! All Middle School Youth (grades 6-8) are invited! Contact Joann Lee for more information: joannl@hohchurch.org or 651-223-7549. |
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
February 12
Our next work date is Saturday, February 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Please arrive by 8:20 a.m. to get signed in.) The location has not yet been determined.) Please help us provide affordable housing for low income families in St. Paul. We are always looking for new people to join us. people of all experience levels are welcome. Construction experience is not necessary. Training, tools and materials, and lunch are provided. If you don't want to do construction work, we are looking for people to help with lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. To sign up or for more information, please contact Kyle Schmidt at kwschmidt03@yahoo.com or 612-801-2249.0 |
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INTERCESSORS APPRECIATION COFFEE
February 13
Join us in the Kirby Lounge at 8:45 a.m. on Sunday, February 13, for a cup of coffee, juice and treats, as we gather to enjoy conversation and to support each other as House of Hope Intercessors who pray each day for church members, their relatives and friends.
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BAPTISM CLASSES
February 13 and March 6
New or prospective parents interested in Baptism may attend one of the baptism classes which are taught by the clergy staff. These classes will provide parents the information they need to understand the sacrament and its purpose, and will be another way for the church to offer support and encouragement to families. It will also be a chance to meet other families who have children of similar ages. Each class will include the opportunity to tour the nursery and meet some of the nursery staff, as well as to ask questions. Classes will be held on Sundays, February 13 and March 6, at 9 a.m. in the Church Library. Baptism is a Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (USA). The Baptism of children witnesses to the truth that God's love claims people before they are able to respond in faith. Please call Michelle Freyholtz at 651-223-7556 to schedule your baby's baptism and to register for the class. Baptisms are ordinarily celebrated on the 3rd Sunday of the month. .
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KIRK CLUB GUEST MARY WESTRA February 13
 House of Hope member Mary Westra will speak at the KIRK CLUB brunch on Sunday, February 13, at 12:30 p.m. at the Lexington Restaurant in St. Paul (on Grand at Lexington). Mary will talk about her recently published memoir, After the Murder of My Son. The cost of brunch is $13.78 and up, including tax and tip. Make reservations with the church office, 651-227-6311, by noon on Friday, February 11.
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GREAT DECISIONS FEBRUARY 15
The Great Decisions program begins Tuesday, February 15, at 7 p.m. in the Church Library, with the topic "Rebuilding Haiti" presented by Ed Lord. Ed Lord helped set up and coordinate a hospital team after the Haiti earthquake and has followed events there closely. He is an expert in coordinating responses to natural disasters, largely in the medical field. He also consults with governments in preparations for dealing with the effects of weapons of mass destruction, including acting as senior advisor to the FBI counterintelligence staff in Washington, D.C.Great Decisions is a program of discussions focusing on U.S. Foreign Policy issues. It is sponsored by the Foreign Policy Association and administered here in Minnesota by the Minnesota International Center. Briefing books are available in the church office. The enrollment fee is $45, unchanged from last year. The fee supports speaker honoraria and the cost of the briefing book. Payment of a fee is NOT required but we highly recommend it to make the program self supporting. One fee covers a single person or a couple. For more information, contact Bob Mairs, 651-222-3423, or the church office, 651-227-6311.
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FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN
February 17
January 12 was the one-year anniversary of the Haiti earthquake, a somber reminder of the suffering and hunger in our world, and a reminder that we are called by Christ to help our neighbors. On Thursday, February 17, from 8 to 9:30 p.m., The House of Hope has reserved 30 spots for voulnteers to pack meals at Feed My Starving Children. This is a great opportunity for House of Hope members (and their friends) of all ages to come together to provide relief for some of the world's neediest children. Please join us at the FMSC facility, 990 Lone Oak Rd, Suite 160, in Eagan. To register, send an e-mail message to hohvolunteers@gmail.com. Indicate the date for which you are registering, the name of each volunteer and whether an adult or under 18 years of age. Please provide e-mail addresses for adults. You will receive a confirmation e-mail message with driving directions to the site. Your help is greatly needed.
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THIRD THURSDAY GROUP
at Women's Advocates
February 17
WOMEN'S ADVOCATES shelter for battered women serves nearly 1,000 women and children a year. A group of volunteers under the leadership of House of Hope member Liz Boyd gathers every Third Thursday from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the shelter. 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, leave your name in the church office, 651-227-6311.
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 THIRD FRIDAY VOLUNTEERS at Presbyterian Homes
February 18
There is a montly service opportunity for parents and small children at the Presbyterian Homes of Roseville. At 9:45 a.m. on the third Friday of each month, parents and children gather to interact informally with senior adults. Children will begin to learn about service and compassion, and the seniors will be very happy to have young visitors. Contact House of Hope member Jill Winter for more information, jcwinter_9216@yahoo.com. |
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 BEHIND-THE-SCENES TOUR
February 20
The Construction Task Force will be guiding Behind-the-Scenes Tours on the third Sunday of of each month following the 10 a.m. worship service. Gather at the Welcome Center near the Cloister Gallery where one of the Task Force members will take you through the bell tower, the basement and other interesting points in between. the next Behind-the-Scenes Tour will be on February 20, 2011.0 |
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 PRESENTATION ON THE YOUTH MISSION TRIP TO SOUTH DAKOTA IN 2010
February 20
Come and hear about our youth's experience at their 2010 mission trip to the Rosebud Sioux Reservation in South Dakota. During the Adult Enrichment Hour, they will share their reflections and what they've learned. Join us in the Assembly Room at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, February 20, 2011. |
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SUNDAY - WEEKDAY CONNECTIONS
February 22
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House of Hope women of all ages and various backgrounds enjoy dinner, stimulating discussion, friendship and fellowship. The evening begins with a social time at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the speaker's presentation. The evening ends at approximately 8:30 p.m. Hear another House of Hope woman reflect on her Monday-Saturday experience. Talk together about how our faith works throughout daily life. Our Tuesday, February 22, meeting is at the Meeting House (761 Summit Avenue). You can get to the Meeting House back door from the Portland parking lot if you prefer to park there, or park on Summit Avenue and enter the front door. Cost is $25 per person for a meal and related expenses. House of Hope's Joann Lee will be our February speaker. Make reservations at the table by the Kirk Parlour on Sunday mornings, or in the church office during office hours. [For your calendar: Our speaker on March 29 will be Catherine Nurmi.] |
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ANNUAL HOUSE OF HOPE MEN'S RETREAT
February
25 and 26.
Mark your calendars for the 2011 Men's Retreat, when Lt. Colonel John Morris, Chaplain, Minnesota National Guard, will lead House of Hope men in considering the topic: "Managing Change and Transitions in Men's Lives." Registration: $25, in the church office. Call John King at 651-414-0421 for further details.
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SENIOR TO SENIOR 2011
MARCH 6
Are you still learning how to use the new gadgets you received over the holidays? Can't figure out how to send or receive text messages? Don't know what a Kindle is, but there's one sitting on your dining room table? Bring your confusing but cool gadgets with you to church on Sunday, March 6, and our youth will help you navigate these new electronics! Find us lined up in the hallways outside Kirk Parlour. |
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YOUNG ADULTS LENTEN BOOK STUDY
Begins March 7
During the season of Lent, all young adults are invited to join a book study and discussion on Kathleen Norris' book, Amazing Grace: A Vocabulary of Faith. The study begins Monday, March 7, with an introductory meeting and will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Church Library through the Season of Lent, ending Monday, April 18, 2011.
Please contact Joann Lee at joannl@hohchurch.org or at 651-223-7549 to sign up or with any questions.
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LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB?
Are you or a friend looking for a new job? Do you need help writing your resume? The Big Net is here to help. A consortium of St. Paul congregations in which the House of Hope participates, The Big Net supports job seekers at weekly meetings. Networking, seminars, resume writing, job search strategies, coaching and mentoring are provided.Join other job seekers each Thursday at 5 p.m. for soup supper; job seeker meeting is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Location: Church of St. John the Evangelist, 60 Kent Street, St. Paul, MN 55102. All services are free. No registration is required.
Check out the JOB SEEKERS RESOURCE BOOK on the information table in the Church Library. Assembled by the Job Transition Ministry Team, the book contains information about House of Hope members offering their expertise and connections to other members seeking jobs. To be included in this resource book, please complete a form that is in the front of the resource book and place it in the office mailbox for the Job Transition Ministry Team. We will make sure your information is placed in the book. For more information, please contact Tom Forster-Smith at tomf@hohchurch.org or 651-223-7553.
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GRIEF GROUPS AT THE HOUSE OF HOPE
Grief groups of the Capital City Grief Coalition are meeting from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at The House of Hope 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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Regular 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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