New Hope eNews - March 13, 2026

03.13.2026

WEDNESDAY FAMILY NIGHTS are on break until April 8

for Spring Break and the Easter season.

YOUTH PRODUCE STAND THIS SUNDAY!

 

We are able to offer a special produce stand this Sunday, March 15, featuring foods that are eaten for St. Patrick’s Day including cabbage, carrots, onions, and potatoes. Bring cash and we’ll see you from 10:30-10:55am and 12-12:30pm! This is a unique day as we will not be able to host our produce stand again until the spring crops have been harvested.

If you attend our 11am Contemporary Service and would like to familiarize yourself with the songs we will be singing this Sunday, here are the links to check them out:

 

• Great Things

• Firm Foundation (He Won’t)

• Same God

• Living Hope

• Holy Forever

Join us for our Egg Filling Party next Sunday, March 22, right after our contemporary worship service (around 12pm) in Room 212 for lunch and help us fill all of our eggs with candy to prepare for Hunt-a-Trunk! All ages are encouraged to attend as this is an all-hands-on-deck event to stuff the 15,000 eggs needed for our big community outreach event. No registration needed - just join us next Sunday at noon!

Join us at New Hope for a special evening of learning, fellowship, and meaningful reflection at Messiah in the Passover on Wednesday, March 25, from 6-8pm in the Sanctuary.

 

Messiah in the Passover offers powerful insight into the Jewish traditions of Passover and reveals how they beautifully point to Jesus as the promised Messiah. This unique experience helps the Christian community better understand the Jewish roots of our faith while highlighting the shared heritage between Jewish and Christian communities.

 

The evening will include a traditional-style Jewish Sabbath meal featuring baked chicken, sides, and dessert as we walk through the elements of the Passover celebration together.

 

Please note: Childcare is available for infants through PreK. Children Kindergarten and older are encouraged to sit with their families and fully participate in the meal and learning experience.

 

Registration is required through the link below and the cost is $10 per person, $20 per couple, and $25 per family (self, spouse, kids).

 

We look forward to sharing this meaningful night together!

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Our Easter Egg Hunt-A-Trunk is only a couple weeks away! This big community outreach event will be Sunday, March 29, at 4pm. Follow the link below for complete details and to pre-register your family or volunteer to help! Take some invite cards from the Lobby this Sunday and start handing them out to your neighbors and friends! This FREE event will have something for everyone and it's guaranteed to be an egg-cellent time!

 

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS & REGISTRATION!

YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY

 

Our Young Adults Ministry meets the first and third Sunday each month at 7pm in Room 212 for food, games, worship, and a message from God’s Word. If you're 18-29 years old and have graduated high school, join us this Sunday night (March 15) and connect with friends!

Get ready for a fun, faith-filled season on the field!  Our church softball league is a 10-week, co-ed season where we’ll play exclusively against other local churches. Anyone 18 and older can join – no age maximum – and we truly want this team to be open and welcoming to everyone who’s interested, no matter your skill level. You can register below or, for more information, join us March 22 after the second service in Room 206.

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Easter invite cards are available

in the Lobby at the church!

 

Grab a few this Sunday and share with friends and neighbors to invite them to celebrate the Easter season with us!

Almost 40 of our students and young adults enjoyed the Everblades game last Friday night! It was a fun evening of fellowship and entertainment, plus a 4-0 victory for the ‘Blades!

Our Women's Holy Week Brunch will be Wednesday, April 1 from 10am-Noon in the New Hope Sanctuary. Join us as we gather together to listen to Rachel Frey's message and reflect on Christ’s week leading to His death and resurrection. The cost is $10 per person and you can register below.

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Our student ministry enjoyed another night at Wa-Ke Hatchee Park for their monthly event called The Mix! We played basketball and ultimate frisbee, and just enjoyed time together outside. We finished with a Bible Study about the importance of Scripture memorization and memorized 1 Timothy 4:12!

 

Youth events to put on your calendar:

Spring Break Shamrock Showdown!

  • Meet at New Hope on Wednesday, March 18, from 6-8pm for our Kickball Tournament: St. Patrick’s Day Edition!
  • Featuring pizza, desserts and snacks including a copycat version of McDonald’s Shamrock Shake!
  • Wear green or a St. Patrick’s Day themed outfit!

Kayak Trip: Saturday, March 28, from 10am-12pm

  • Meet us at Estero River Outfitters at 9:30am for a kayak trip down the river from 10am-12pm!
  • Click here to register.
  • The cost is $15 per person.

TYLER & BRITTANY DEPKE

 

Mission partners Tyler and Brittany Depke have shared recently that they will be unable to return to West Africa this October unless they find help caring for their young daughters. Because Brittany plans to continue part-time Bible translation work while homeschooling, this childcare support will be an ongoing need. They are seeking someone who loves children, supports their translation and farm vision, and is both flexible and resilient in the challenges of life on the field. Ideally, they hope to secure helpers for their next term (October 2026–July 2028) with commitments of six months or longer.

 

Spring Prayer Requests:

 

  • Provision of a kid helper so they can return to ministry this October
  • Continued progress in Kon Bible translation
  • Wisdom in priorities, budgeting, and ministry decisions
  • Health, safety, and endurance during their final weeks in the village
  • Financial provision for their farm project and team support
  • Open hearts to encounter Jesus during the current fasting month
  • Safe travel as they depart the village on April 2

 

Please join us in praying for God’s provision, protection, and continued fruit through their ministry of both translation work and farm development.

FRIENDSHIP PAD

GENEROSITY UPDATE

03/08/26 Giving: $32,114

Weekly Budget Requirement: $37,425

 

Jan–Feb 2026 Giving

Income: $434,177

Expenses: $345,815

Surplus: $88,361

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