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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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"If we have never had the experience of taking our commonplace religious shoes off our commonplace religious feet, and getting rid of all the undue familiarity with which we approach God, it is questionable whether we have ever stood in his presence." - Oswald Chambers
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| HOPE Dominican Republic Mission Update
The Dominican Republic mission team is continuing with God's work and will return August 9. For daily updates on what they are doing go to our World Impact page on our website. Thanks again to Matt Sanner, Matt Markee, Becky Schmidt, Ted Brown, Whitney Cavin, Jessi Harlow, Trish Hall, Kenny Hudson, Dave Moore, and Todd Pitts.
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Back-to-School Supply Collection
Back-to-School supply collection will take place Aug. 12 -19. Bring a backpack and/or school supplies to Hope or Hope Thrift through Aug. 19. All supplies will help children start off the school year with all they need to succeed. This year supplies will go to Overby-Shepherd Elementary School (via the NOC), Carver Elementary School, and the children of Love Thy Neighbor. |
| Richmond Justice Initiative Meeting
Through HOPE's partnership with IJM in the month of June, you learned about God's heart for justice and the battle against Modern Day Slavery around the world, but did you know it happens right here in Richmond? Come find out how you can get involved in the fight against human trafficking happening right here in our own backyard. Join Richmond Justice Initiative for an informational action meeting on Tuesday, August 21, from 7:00-8:30 PM in the multipurpose room. Slavery still exists - but together we can stop it!
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Save the Date for Parent's Night Out Dinner
On Saturday, August 25 from 6:30-8:30 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. Please go to our website for additional information and to register up for this event. Nursery services will be provided. |
Discover HOPE
DISCOVER HOPE is an orientation and membership class designed to help people learn more about our mission, our beliefs and our programs. For those who are relatively new to HOPE, it is a great first step toward learning more and getting involved. At the end of the class, participants have the option of becoming members. This two-part class is offered one weekend each quarter with the next one scheduled on August 24 and 25. Go to our website to get more information or to register. Details... |
Medical & Dental Mission Trip to Dominican Republic
Hope Church is putting together a team of doctors, dentists and nurses to travel to the Dominican Republic February 15 - 22/23, 2013 to provide medical and dental services. If you are interested in being part of the team please plan to attend an informational meeting on Sunday, August 25 at 10:30 am in the conference room. Applications can be found on our website. Please contact Terri Lancaster at Terri.lancaster@comcast.net with any questions. |
Believer's Baptism
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. You will need to fill out a form available on our website which must be returned to the Hope office by Sunday, August 19. |
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. |
Job Openings
Director of High School Ministry
Hope Student Ministry is looking for someone that is passionate about high school students and wants to introduce them into a life long relationship with Jesus Christ. This candidate will understand the importance of discipleship and building and equipping a great volunteer team to advance the ministry. For a complete job description, application and instructions on how to apply please follow this link.
For other job postings including Admin. Asst. to Family Ministry and Worship Arts and Director of Small Groups, please visit our website. |
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Births, Deaths and Marriages
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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