All-Congregation Event at Hope Central Campus

In celebration of Hope’s past, present, and future, we cordially invite you to join us for a congregational event to hear about the details of the Making Abundant Life Known Capital Campaign and Annual Stewardship efforts.

Sunday, February 19 at Hope Central Campus

1:30pm or 4:30pm

A light meal will be served. There is no cost to attendees. Please RSVP online at hope4all.church/register or by clicking the links below. Deadline to register is February 13 at Noon.

New Creations VBS Cancelled

The 'New Creations' All-Ages Vacation Bible School previously scheduled for February 11 at Hope Lake Weir Campus has been cancelled.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered and expressed an interest. Please stay tuned for information about upcoming opportunities, as well as Summer 2023 VBS.

Join the Hope South Campus Building Project

This is an exciting time! Are you interested in serving Hope by participating in the planning for our Hope South Campus Building Project?

The Strategic Planning Committee is seeking additional members with subject matter expertise to join the subcommittees for the detailed design and planning for the Main Building Complex – The Worship Center, Administration/Education Center, Courtyard, and Bell Tower.

The Subcommittees are:

• Worship/Music – Overseeing Sanctuary; Chancel; Choir Area; Sacristy; Audio/Visual Support; Multipurpose Area; Music Program
• Fellowship/Recreation – Overseeing Type & Capacity; Kitchen; Storage; Janitorial; Fellowship Areas; Patio Spaces
• Administrative/Education - Overseeing Offices; Work Areas; Reception Area; Classrooms; Equipment; Library; Administrative; Spatial Relationship
• Outdoor/Maintenance – Overseeing Parking; Mechanical; Electrical; Fire Service Spaces; Maintenance Support; Location of Church & Buildings; Landscaping; Street Presence; Memorial Garden

If you want to be a part of the excitement by serving on one of these committees, please contact Bob O’Dell at Rbodell4@aol.com for further information.

Hope's Monthly Men's Breakfast

The February Men's Breakfast and Bible Study will be held in the Fellowship Hall at Hope Central Campus on Thursday, February 9, 2023 beginning at 8:30am.

The cost of the breakfast is $7. Allen Christensen will lead his second discussion on the book "You Mean That Isn't In The Bible?"

To register, please click the link below. If you need assistance, please contact the church office at (352) 750-2321.

Annual Global Mission Weekend

February 11-12, 2023 

Last January, Global Mission Chair Rev. Katie Carroll told us about how we at Hope Lutheran Church have been key to the ELCA Florida-Bahamas Synod’s support of five companion congregations within the Caribbean Basin: Cuba, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, and Suriname.

On February 11-12, 2023, we'll hear the latest updates from Rev. Russell Meyer of Jacksonville now that he, Pastor Katie and others have been able to personally visit the Jamaican and Cuban congregations after three years of solely virtual contact due to pandemic travel restrictions. Read more in Global Mission Table News Fall 2022 – Issue #24 below.

Rev. Meyer will preach at all of the services at Hope Central Campus that weekend. We’ll learn about the hopefulness some of our fellow Lutherans are experiencing despite the heartaches of geo-political and societal turmoil, compounded by natural disasters. Hope Lutheran Church has designated Cuba as the country of focus for 2023. Although U.S. government sanctions prohibit many forms of engagement with Cuba, there are specific exceptions carved out allowing U.S. persons to “support the Cuban people,” such as through religious missions. 

Plan to also attend the Sunday hospitality hour between 9:00-10:00am at Hope Central Campus to enjoy some added Latin American flavor and for a meet and greet with Rev. Meyer!

Women of Hope Retreat at Luther Springs

April 11, 12 & 13, 2023

The Women of Hope invite all women to join their next retreat on April 11-13, 2023 at Luther Springs in Hawthorne, Florida.

The theme for this year's retreat is "Cafe Chocolat". It will be a time to relax with friends, share laughter, stories and of course a few bites of chocolate. We will enjoy time with each other as we delight in God's grace.

This year, the Women of Hope are pleased to introduce our speaker for the retreat – Kathy Uffelman, Minister of Faith Formation, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Vienna, Virginia. Kathy Uffelman has been a Minister of Faith Formation for 16 years at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Vienna, Virginia. She enjoys cooking, reading, and going to the theater. She volunteers at a homeless shelter in Fairfax, Virginia. Kathy leads retreats for people of all ages - adults and children - and she is a Stephen Minister Leader, facilities caring ministry, and is passionate about her faith.

Registration forms are available at the Hope Central Campus office. You could also print out a registration form by clicking the link below. Details regarding the retreat, such as time, cost, location, and how to remit can be found on this form. If you have questions, please contact Virginia Robertson, luvbutkus@aol.com or (612) 619-0220.

New Blessing of the Animals Team Leader Needed

Do you love animals? Are you looking for a new and exciting way to serve Hope Lutheran Church?

We are currently seeking a new leader for our Blessing of the Animals Team! The leader will be responsible for organizing the event and volunteers with the help of the office staff. Without a leader, this group will be forced to cease and we will no longer be able to hold the annual Blessing of the Animals.

Blessing of the Animals is a large-scale event held every fall at Hope. The event brings visitors and vendors from around the local area to our church to provide animal blessings and raise money for the humane society.

No experience is necessary! If possible, multiple leaders may be utilized. If you are interested in learning more, please call the church office at (352) 750-2321.

Grief Support Group

It is very difficult to lose a loved one. The loss and loneliness are very overwhelming. There are times when it takes all of you strength to get through the day.

The Hope Lutheran Church Grief Support Group offers you a time to share your grief and with others. It is a time to learn about the grieving process and how to move through it.

The Grief Support Group will meet on February 7, 14, 21, and 28 at 1:00pm at Hope Central Campus. If you have questions call Ruth Jenkins at 352-205-8181.

Meet the Candidates for Hope Lutheran Church Council



The following individuals are running for positions on Hope's Church Council in 2023.

Voting will take place during our Annual Meeting on Sunday, February 5 at 12:00pm at Hope Central Campus. To read the candidates' full biographies, please click here.

Worship Attendance for January 21-22, 2023

Hope Central Campus:

4:00pm = 259

6:00pm = 63

8:00am = 170

10:00am = 426

Hope Lake Weir Campus:

10:00am = 104

Hope at the Everglades Rec Center:

8:00am = 107

10:00am = 182

Flowers This Week Given By...

Linda Whitenton, in loving memory of her husband David on their anniversary

Emily Hawk and family, in memory of Bill Skordoulis

Submit a Prayer Request

Need Prayer? Submit a prayer request via our hope4all.church website.