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Fall Reading
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Since reading is a key part of spiritual formation, the staff at HOPE recommend a book each quarter for you to read with a group of friends or on your own. The fall selection is Love Does by Bob Goff. His book contains paradigm shifts, musings, and stories about what fuels his life - Love. Not the kind of love that stops at thoughts and feelings, but the kind of love that takes action. Bob believes that when Love Does, life gets interesting. Each day turns into a hilarious, whimsical, meaningful chance that makes faith simple and real. It is available for $15 at the Welcome Desk. |
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"Being a disciple is not about mastering specific activities or disciplines, it is about becoming an apprentice of the Savior and letting his continual presence shape, inform, and impact everything we do, and all we are becoming." Dallas Willard author of The Divine Conspiracy
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The Vine - First Annual Singles Picnic November 3
Our First Annual Fall HOPE Singles Picnic will be held from 12:00 to 5:00 PM at one of the area's most beautiful parks, Robious Landing Park, next to the James River (only 15 minutes from the church). For those who like activity, we'll have something for everyone including volleyball, horseshoes, football, tennis, badminton and everyone's favorite, cornhole. And what would a picnic be without plenty of food? We're asking everyone to bring their own main course (one that does not need grilling) and a dish to share based on the first letter of your last name. We will plan to eat at 1:00 - join us!
For lots more information visit this website link.
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New HOPE Director of High School Ministry
We are happy to announce another addition to our staff; Drew Harrell is our first Director of High School Ministry! Drew will be recruiting and developing a staff of high school volunteers, building relationships with high school students at HOPE and on campuses all over Richmond, and conducting weekly teaching to help them to develop a heart for outreach among other students.
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Journey to Freedom
October 24
HOPE is partnering with the local YMCA to offer an 8-week small group designed to lay a foundation for change in areas that keep people from reaching their full potential. This Christian curriculum casts a hope-filled vision for improvement in spirit, mind and body through weekly readings, thought-provoking questions, and discussion.
The Journey to Freedom groups will meet at HOPE on Wednesdays at 6pm starting on October 24. The $45 registration fee includes materials and optional childcare.
For questions and registration, email Robin Lafon, lafonr@ymcarichmond.org or call 804-270-3866 x 161. You may also request information about Twelve Steps to Freedom, a 15-week Christ-centered twelve-step program.
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A Bridge for HOPE
Boy Scout, Chris Williams, is planning to build a twenty foot bridge to span a small ravine on the walking trail in the woods below the parking lot. On Sunday, after the services, Chris will have a display in the concourse to describe the project. Please consider making a donation to support Chris in his efforts to raise the funds for the project.
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Elder Nomination Open Until Sunday, October 28
The nominating period for elders is now open. HOPE's elders offer leadership and exhibit a mature relationship with Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. A candidate for elder should manifest leadership gifting and interpersonal skills.
Elders serve 3-year terms. Any active member of HOPE can nominate another active member of HOPE that is not in their family. Please visit the website for more information and to make a nomination.
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HOPE's 15 Year Celebration
Mark your calendars for a very special event! Our whole community will celebrate together beginning at 3 pm on Saturday, October 20. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy free bluegrass music and family activities. Bring some cash because we'll also have food trucks on hand for some great eats. At 5 pm we kick off THE GARAGE and then at 5:30 pm attend the first Saturday service in the auditorium (see below).
Can't make it Saturday, We'll also be celebrating in all three services on Sunday, October 21. For more information, visit our Facebook Event Page.
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New Saturday Service!!
On October 20, at 5:30 pm at the HOPE 15 Celebration we will be starting our first new Saturday service. However, full children's ministry (infants-5th grade) will not begin until the October 27 service.
Our hope is that this will be an ongoing additional service to reach people with the love of Jesus Christ - so please plan to invite friends to come along with you!
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The Book on Love - October 11, 12, & 13
REGISTER NOW TO
JOIN US THIS THURSDAY
The Book on Love is a weekend of teaching and discovery for any couple about what the Bible says about marriage. Join our Sr. Pastor David Dwight and other facilitators and speakers on Thursday and Friday evenings, October 11 & 12 from 7:00-9:30 pm and Saturday, October 13 from 8:30 am -3:30 pm. For more information on the class and to register on our website, use this link . |
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Around Town
Homeschooling Families - Every Tuesday Morning
Come join other homeschooling families with elementary-
aged children and their siblings for a fun, structured school time. Enjoy art, show and tell, games, learning, and playtime with friends.
Please email stephanieharlow1@yahoo.com or call her at 337-4995 to let her know you will be attending and how many. She will give you additional information on the time and place.
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Basketball League
Sign up by October 12
Basketball season starts November 5, following some practice time this month. One game per week (played either Monday or Thursday) from 6:00-9:00 pm. For additional information, contact Barry Isenberg at barryisenberg@msn.com.
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Births, Deaths and Marriages
Tiffany and Michael Engesser celebrate the birth of their new baby girl, Emmalyn Claire, born October 3. She is joining her big sister, Brooklyn.
Please keep Nan Cook and her family in your prayers. Her mother, Carolyn Douglas, passed away on Tuesday, October 2.
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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