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Hope Southern Neighbors Social Night
March 12 at 6:00pm at Sandy Dorman's Home - See info below
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Men of Hope Breakfast
March 14 at 8:00am at Hope Central Campus
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Love ROCKS! Concert
March 15 at 5:30pm at Hope Lake Weir Campus Pavilion
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Women of Hope Breakfast
March 21 at 9:00am at Hope Central Campus
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Brothers in Song Spring Concert
March 22 at 6:00pm at Hope Central Campus - Tickets required, see below
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Hope Celebrates Baptism with Four Generations | |
On Sunday, March 3, we had the privilege of baptising Harper Lee Drayer at Hope Central Campus.
Four generations of one family were gathered together as Harper was baptized, all celebrating God's grace. Harper's grandparents and great-grandparents are Hope members.
It is a joy to see many generations in worship together at Hope. Please join us in praying for Harper and her family as they continue to celebrate her baptism!
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Hope's Annual Tenebrae Service | |
Join us for Hope's annual Tenebrae Service, “In Calvary’s Shadow," this Holy Week. This solemn service will take place on:
Thursday, March 28, 2024, at 7:30pm
Friday, March 29, 2024, at 7:30pm
This year, the musicians will be joined by painter, Paul Oman, who will enhance the sensory environment and overall worship experience by creating an original work on a giant canvas simultaneously during the presentation. Due to this uniquely special experience at Hope, we will be presenting two services for the first time.
There will be no tickets needed for either performance. Seating will be first come, first serve, with a maximum capacity of 600. Doors will open 45 minutes prior to the start of the service.
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Spring Forward This Weekend | |
The sun is returning...it's time to Spring Forward!
Daylight Savings time begins on Sunday, March 10 at 2:00am. Remember to set your clocks forward one hour on Saturday night before bed.
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This year, Hope will host 10 Easter Weekend worship services across our three campuses. We also have many special events and services occurring during Holy Week. To see all Hope has to offer this season, we invite you to visit our website by clicking the link below. | | |
Diabetes Support Group Meeting in March | |
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Hope's Diabetes Support Group will be meeting on Monday, March 18 from 10:00am to 11:30am in Room 205 at Hope Central Campus.
Our Diabetes Support Group is an excellent opportunity for those living with Diabetes to meet, fellowship, and share advice and support. We meet every third Monday of each Month. We look forward to seeing old and new faces alike!
All are welcome to attend. Feel free to invite a friend or neighbor who may be living with Diabetes.
Questions? Contact Darlene Harris at harris2257@hotmail.com or call (614) 832-0910, or Lenea Carnes at lenea@hope4all.church or call (352) 661-0001.
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Important Fellowship Updates from Two Hope Campuses | |
Hope Lake Weir Campus: Our Sunday after-worship Fellowship Time at Hope Lake Weir Campus has been cancelled for this weekend only, as we prepare the campus for Jim Steenson's memorial service on Sunday afternoon. Fellowship will resume next Sunday.
Hope Central Campus: Sunday between-worship Fellowship Time will be held at Hope Central Campus on March 10 and 17. Fellowship will be cancelled on both March 24 and 31, for Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday respectively. We are still seeking additional Fellowship volunteers at Hope Central Campus.
To volunteer, please contact Debbie Bennett by phone at (352) 750-2321 or by email at debbie@hope4all.church.
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Dine to Donate at Texas Roadhouse | |
Sunday, March 17 from Noon to 3:00pm
Hope Lutheran Church is once again partnering with Texas Roadhouse for a Dine to Donate evening!
If you dine at Texas Roadhouse's Lady Lake location on March 17 from Noon to 3:00pm, they will donate 10% of your total food purchases to a Hope ministry. This offer now applies to carry out as well.
Invitations are available at each Hope campus. Click here for the invitation.
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Hope's A/V Team Seeking Volunteers
The A/V ministry here at Hope Lutheran Church is an important part of our Worship Service. We want to enhance everyone’s worship experience, and not be a distraction.
For us to do that each week, we need your help. Here are some areas that we need volunteers.
Hope at Everglades Rec Center:
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Set-Up Crew: This crew arrives at 6:30am on Sunday mornings to unload the truck and set up the Sound and Video Systems. No experience required; all training will be done on the job. Time volunteered each Sunday - 30 minutes.
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Load Out Crew: This crew works after the 10:00am service on Sundays to take down and load the sound and video system on the truck. No experience required; all training will be done on the job. Time volunteered each Sunday - 20 minutes.
To volunteer, please contact Jime Eversole at jime@hope4all.church.
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Women of Hope Breakfast
March 21, 2024 at 9:00am
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Join your friends at the next Women of Hope breakfast! Our speaker on March 21 is Beth Braun, who was one of twelve full-time volunteers on “The Wall of Faces” project. All men and women are invited to this breakfast. Invite your neighbors!
The cost of breakfast is $7.00 per person. Registration deadline is Monday, March 18 at Noon. Questions? Contact June Cook at (352) 430-5025.
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Men of Hope Breakfast
March 14 at 8:00am
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Attention Men of Hope Lutheran Church:
Please sign up for our next Men of Hope Breakfast on March 14 at 8:00am in the Fellowship Hall of Hope Central Campus.
All men are welcome, and you are encouraged to invite your friends! Breakfast is $7. See you there!
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Love ROCKS!
at Hope Lake Weir Campus
March 15, 2024 - 5:30pm
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Our partners at Love INC are excited to announce a special concert at the Hope Lake Weir Campus Pavilion!
Love ROCKS! is a free benefit concert featuring Cane Fernandez. There is no cost for admission. A love offering will be taken to support Love INC Heart of Florida.
Bring your own chairs and refreshments (no alcohol permitted). There are no tickets. For more information, please call (352) 245-8774.
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Please note: This is not a Hope event and the church office does not have additional information. To learn more, please contact Love INC directly. | |
Lutheran Worship with Pastor Bruce Dillman | |
Pastor Bruce is now offering a special Lenten class called Lutheran Worship series: "Liturgy for Sunday: Reflections in Detail."
This five week class will spend a week on the four major sections of our Sunday worship and a final week on an alternate Sunday offering, a Service of the Word.
The class meets Wednesday mornings from 10:00am - 11:30am in Room 203 at Hope Central Campus.
Pastor Bruce asks participants to view the study notes ahead of each class. Click the link below to view next week's notes.
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Vacation Bible School Returns in 2024 | |
Vacation Bible School (VBS) is back for another summer at Hope Lake Weir Campus!
VBS will be held from July 15 to July 19 from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at Hope Lake Weir Campus.
We need volunteers to help make VBS 2024 a success. To volunteer, you must have a history with Hope Lutheran Church for at least 6 months, complete a volunteer application, and have a background check through Hope. More training may be required.
For questions, contact Pastor John at pastorjohn@hope4all.church.
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Hope Parking Usher Openings
If you like the Florida Sunshine, arriving early and being first in line, taking control, giving directions, engaging with people of all ages, getting noticed, and wearing a bright coordinated outfit, then we have the right service job opportunity for you…….become a member of Hope’s Parking Ushers!
We are the first interaction team with our church members and guests. We know this opportunity will go fast, so give us a call today. Experience in fire and public safety is a benefit but not required. We have an experienced and wonderful training team.
Please contact the office or the Team Leader directly - Al Beale, (610) 737-7383.
Disclaimer: Okay, you may get wet!
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March Hope Southern Neighbors Social Night Location Change | |
The Everglades Rec Center is not available on March 12, so Social Night is going to be held at Sandy Dorman's home - 1275 Manuel Circle, in the Village of Hawkins.
Call Sandy at (330) 718-1572 if you need more information or directions.
The date and time for the event remain the same - March 12 at 6:00pm.
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H.O.P.E. University Classes Resuming
Pastor John LeCain is excited to announce upcoming classes for H.O.P.E. University, the educational arm of our church, that continues to honor our priority to education.
Registration is suggested. To register, please send an email to pastorjohn@hope4all.church.
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Brothers in Song Present Spring Concert | |
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The Brothers in Song present 'Songs of the Old West' on Friday, March 22 at 6:00pm at Hope Central Campus.
Tickets are on sale now for $20 each.
To purchase tickets, please visit brothersinsong.eventbrite.com or scan the QR code. You may also purchase tickets from any Brothers in Song member.
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Please note: This is not a Hope Lutheran Church production. The church office does not have tickets. For more information on the event, please visit brothersinsong.eventbrite.com. | |
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Women of Hope Retreat at Luther Springs
April 2-4, 2024
The Women of Hope invite all women to join their next retreat on April 2, 3, and 4 at Luther Springs in Hawthorne, Florida.
The theme for this year's retreat is "It's All Under Control." It will be a time to relax with friends, share laughter, stories and, of course, grow in our faith journey. This year, the Women of Hope are pleased to welcome back our speaker for the retreat – Kathy Uffelman, Minister of Faith Formation, Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Vienna, Virginia.
Registration forms are available at the Hope Central Campus office. You could also print out a registration form by clicking the link below. Please do not detach the bottom half of the registration, keep it whole when registering. 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 Annie Schaedel at (631) 219-9289.
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Pastor Rani is leading Gatherings of Hope on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in Room 204 at Hope Central Campus from 11:00am to 12:30pm.
This is a place to come and "just be." Plan to come and experience a wonderful community of support that cares for you no matter what you are going through. You are welcome to bring your lunch if you choose. Water, coffee/tea is provided.
All are welcome, including non-Hope members, so please invite your friends to join us.
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Join Us for Faith & Fellowship | |
Faith & Fellowship is now meeting at all Hope campuses! However, if you are unable to join in person, you can still be a part of Faith & Fellowship online. All are welcome, including non-Hope members.
The Zoom link is active on Mondays at 9:30am every week, so those who cannot attend in person can use the link below to join the conversations online. Meeting ID: 952 5901 4615. Join by phone: (929) 205-6099. ID: 95259014615#
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Worship Attendance for March 2 & 3 | |
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Hope Central Campus:
4:00pm - 262
6:00pm - 71
8:00am - 138
10:00am - 504
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Hope Lake Weir Campus:
10:00am - 112
Hope at the Everglades Rec Center:
8:00am - 106
10:00am - 197
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Flowers on the Altar Given By... | The family of Gerald Greco in honor of his heavenly 80th birthday. | | |
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Jim Steenson passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Jim was born on September 3, 1938. He and his wife, Nora, were married on November 22, 1986. They joined Hope Lutheran Church on April 28, 2002.
A memorial service will be held for Jim on Sunday, March 10 at Hope Lake Weir Campus. A viewing will be held at 2:00pm. The memorial service will begin at 3:00pm. Refreshments will follow.
Please keep Nora and their family in your hearts and prayers during this difficult time.
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Scripture Reading for
March 10
Fourth Sunday in Lent
Numbers 21:4-9; Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22; John 3:14-21
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Scripture Reading for
March 17
Fifth Sunday in Lent
Jeremiah 31:31-35; Psalm 51:1-12; John 12:20-33
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Submit a Prayer Request
Need Prayer? Submit a prayer request via our hope4all.church website.
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Hope Lutheran Church Office Hours
Monday to Thursday - 8:00am to 4:00pm Friday - 8:00am to 1:00pm
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