LAST CHANCE TO DONATE!
Help us bless our neighbors in need! This Sunday, August 30, is the last Sunday of our Men’s Clothing Drive for Rescue Mission so remember to bring in gently-used men's clothing, shoes, belts, and socks, as well as new personal care items such as soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, and toothbrushes. Your donations provide practical support and remind those in our community that they are seen, valued, and loved. Thank you for your generosity!
Join us for an evening of fellowship and delicious eats this Wednesday, September 2, at 6pm. Come enjoy fried chicken and all the fixin’s plus activities on the lawn suitable for all ages, with both indoor and outdoor seating options available. We look forward to sharing this time together as a church family as we get ready to kick off our fall semester of classes the following week!
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:
PB&J Day is this Thursday, September 3! You can bless homeless people in our community by dropping off pre-made, individually wrapped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to the New Hope kitchen on Thursday by noon.
Lee Health’s Blood Drive will be at New Hope on Sunday, September 6, from 8am-1pm. All blood donated will stay in Lee County and give life to those in our community.
Wednesday Family Nights are back starting on September 9 from 6:30–8pm and there will be something for the whole family – from infants through adults!
Class for Adult Women:
If you’ve ever tended your own garden, you know that the fruit is most delicious when you’ve watched it grow. In Beth Moore’s Chasing Vines, she explores the ways God delights in watching things grow—and how the vineyard holds the secret to a more abundant and meaningful life. As she traces this metaphor through Scripture, Beth uncovers how every part of our own lives—even the rockiest soil—can be used by God to make a difference for His Kingdom. This six-part series will run September 9, 16, 23, & 30 and October 7 & 14.
Class for Co-ed Adults:
Suffering is a reality of life – but how do we, as Christians, understand and respond to it? In this class, Pastor Sheldon will explore what Scripture teaches about suffering, why God allows it, and how our faith can shape the way we walk through difficult seasons. Together, we’ll consider how suffering can deepen our faith, draw us closer to God, and help us discover hope in the midst of hardship. Come join us for a thoughtful and encouraging conversation about one of life’s most difficult questions and how we can face suffering with faith, hope, and trust in God.
SAVE THE DATE!
Please mark your calendar and plan to join us for an important
Congregational Meeting on Sunday, September 13 at 4pm.
Ladies! Join us on Thursday, September 17, at 6:30pm in the Sanctuary for sweet treats, a word of encouragement, and great community! This is the perfect night to put yourself out there and connect with women of all ages and stages. Come grab a seat and make some new friends! Please register below so we know how many to expect. See you there!
Join us on Saturday, September 19, from 8:30am-12:30pm for Discover New Hope, an informative session about New Hope and the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. This is a fantastic opportunity to explore what our church community has to offer and consider becoming a part of our faith family. Enjoy a complimentary lunch and connect with others as we delve into the values, mission, and exciting opportunities available at New Hope. To ensure we have enough food, please register below.
RISE UP SUNDAY RECAP!
We welcomed the new 6th Graders to New Hope Students last Sunday and then celebrated at Culver’s after church! We are excited for the new year!
Middle and high school students are invited to join us for Hawaiian Night on our first Wednesday night of the fall on September 9 from 6:30-8:30pm in Room 212! Meet your small groups and leaders, play games, and wear your Hawaiian outfits!
Note: Beginning September 9, the student ministry will be meeting on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm. All other ministries and classes will continue to end at 8:00pm.
Please stop at the Mission Table in the Lobby at church this Sunday and refamiliarize yourself with many of our global missionary partners! You’ll find prayer cards with photos and ways to be praying regularly, plus our comprehensive Mission Partner Prayer Guide that you can take and intercede for the many who are engaging in God’s work around the world in a variety of exciting ways!
DAVID & SUSAN WEINMAN
Scotland, Cairn Brae – Young Life International Camp
Summer Camp Update: Camp has officially wrapped up, with interns having headed home. The Weinmans are grateful for another very good summer and for all that God did through the camp ministry in the lives of more than 1,000 students. Please continue to pray for good connections and relationships with many YL volunteer leaders in the UK.
Prayer for Travel & Visas: David and Susan’s current visa status expired in May, having applied on time for the next status, and they are currently waiting for approval and have been told the process may take anywhere from six weeks to six months. Until they receive word, they are unable to leave the country. Please pray for a timely response and for God’s continued guidance in the Weinmans' travel plans.