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Summer Reading
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Since reading is a key part of spiritual formation, the staff at HOPE recommend one or two books each quarter for you to read with a group of friends or on your own. This summer's selection is Just Courage by Gary Haugen. He is the president and CEO of International Justice Mission (IJM), a human rights organization based in Washington, D.C. Haugen writes about how to live a life of significance and adventure by expanding our vision of God and by learning to do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with our God ($10). |
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"Do something for somebody, gladly, twill sweeten your every care; In sharing the sorrow of others your own are less hard to bear. Do something for somebody always, whatever may be your creed. There's nothing on earth can help you so much as a kindly deed". Anonymous |
Thanking Our Volunteers
July 29 Reception
If you volunteer in any way to make HOPE a better place, then we would like you to know that we appreciate what you do! To express our gratitude, the Deacons are hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Reception where they will be giving out a small gift to each volunteer. If you didn't attend the reception on the 22nd, please join us for the reception on the patio after the Sunday morning services on July 29th.
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Letting Go of the Past
July 27 and 28
Do you walk around with baggage from your childhood? Would you like to understand how your relationship with your parents and siblings affects your relationship with God and with others? Please join us for a two day conference-Friday, July 27 and Saturday July 28 designed to explore how our upbringing impacts our present lives and our current relationships. The class is from 8 am til 5:30 pm on both days. The cost is $45.00 for books and materials. Questions? Email Rose Steele or call 804.426.9769.
Register on our secure website.
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August 5 - Bag It Sunday & Newcomer's Coffee
Bag it Sunday 
Each month we collect and deliver food to the Goochland Food Pantry to distribute to those in need. The total donation for July was 662 pounds! Thank you to all who contributed. Pick up a bag this Sunday, fill it with non perishable food and return it Sunday, August 5. For the Pantry's basic list, use the quick link at the left.
Newcomer's Coffee
Also on Sunday, August 5, join us between the morning services at the far end of the concourse across from the worship auditorium for a coffee, an opportunity to learn more about our church, and to meet some of our leaders. |
Believer's Baptism
August 26 The next Believer's Baptism will be held on Sunday, August 26, at 2:30pm (location TBA). If you have a new relationship with Christ or have never been baptized, please email Jamie at jmurry@hopecentral.com. You will need to fill out a form available on our website which must be returned to the Hope office by Sunday, August 19. |
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Save the Date for Parent's Night Out Dinner
On Saturday, August 25 from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM the HOPE Playgroup will be hosting a dinner in the HOPE Church concourse for parent's night out featuring guest speaker Janet Carter, Parent Coach. Nursery services will be provided. Information for online registration will be published in our next issue.
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Sixth Annual HOPE Men's Golf Outing
The Sixth Annual HOPE Men's Golf Outing will be on Monday, October 1, at The Federal Club, an Arnold Palmer Signature course in Hanover County, VA. Invite friends, relatives and co-workers to be part of your Captain's Choice Team. Or, if you don't have a team, then we'll pair you up. All proceeds will be going to Hope Student Ministry Scholarships. To sign up for this event, please register here. |
Camp Splash
 Our Camp Splash is still taking place until August 24 for preschool to 5th grade! See our website for a list of the homes in Richmond offering a camp. We are in need of people to assist with fun games and crafts at each location, so please contact aagaskill@gmail.com to help. |
Job Openings
Director of Small Groups
The Director of Small Groups will be charged with leading and growing our small group ministry and with providing training, coaching, and care for our group leaders. For a complete job description, application, and instructions on how to apply, please follow this link. Assistant Manager of HOPE Thrift The Assistant Manager will assist the with the day-to-day operations of HOPE Thrift retail store and outreach ministries. For a complete job description, application and instructions to apply please follow this link. Admin Assistant to Family Ministry and Worship Arts This is a full-time position. The responsibilities include some duties that take place M-F, 9-5, as well as other duties on weekends or evenings. Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office. Some experience with database and website editing is preferred. Social media experience preferred. For a complete job description, application and instructions to apply please follow this link. |
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Births, Deaths and Marriages
Joseph "Tucker" Sibiga was welcomed into the world on July 13th by parents Tommy & Ellie Sibiga and grandparents Barry & Emilie Saunders.
Joe Erb's brother, Keith Allen Erb, passed away on July 15.
Bridget Hamm is mourning the loss of her grandmother, Ernestine Walpole, who died on July 17 at the age of 96.
In this portion of the weekly email we will acknowledge these significant life events in the lives of the Hope community. Please let us know when you are celebrating the birth of a child, a marriage or experiencing the death of an immediate family member. Contact the Hope Office, 708.5330.
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Hope Church
12445 Patterson Ave
Richmond, Virginia 23238
804.708.5330
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