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Church Office Closed for Memorial Day
May 27 all day
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Hope South Campus Learning Opportunity
May 30 at 9:00am at our Meggison Road Property
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Special Free Presentation from Dr. John Hurtgen
June 8 at 9:00am at Hope Central Campus - No registration needed
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The Chosen Viewing Party Returns
June 9 at 2:30pm at Hope Central Campus
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CPR/AED Training Class 1
June 10 at 10:00am at Hope Central Campus - Register below
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E-Nini-Hassee Fundraiser Social Supper
June 12 at 5:00pm at Hope Central Campus - Registration opens June 6
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CPR/AED Training Class 2
June 17 at 10:00am at Hope Lake Weir Campus - Register below
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Monday, May 27, 2024 is Memorial Day. Below is a lovely Memorial Day prayer from the Evangelical Lutheran Synod to help us commemorate this day:
Heavenly Father, as our nation pauses this weekend to remember those in the military who have given their lives for freedoms we enjoy, we pray You would have us all look to the heavens above for strength, comfort and guidance. Be with all who serve in our Armed Forces. Bless them and their families. Grant Your loving protection. Let peace prevail among all the nations, O God. Especially let Your mercy rest upon our land, even as we acknowledge with thanksgiving Your past goodness on this country. Most of all, we pray that You would turn the hearts of all – military and civilian – to Your Holy Word where we find the true peace for our sinful souls that surpasses all understanding. Keep us repentant of sin. Move us to know, take hold and treasure your saving grace. In the name of Jesus, our Savior and Your beloved Son, who alone gives this peace and hope for eternity, we pray. Amen.
Please note that the Hope Lutheran Church office will be closed all day Monday for the Memorial Day holiday.
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A Message from Kristina Giffin, President of the Hope Lutheran Church Congregational Council
Dear family of Hope,
Serving on the Church Council is a rewarding, challenging, and fulfilling responsibility. Each of your Council Members is fully invested in the life and ministry of Hope, and we pour our hearts into the work we do. As such, we also like to keep you, the congregation we serve, aware of any changes or transitions impacting the Council.
Richard Gal, who has served as our Council Vice President since February 2023, recently resigned from his Council position and from his role as Head of the Call Committee. We give thanks for Richard's service to Hope and wish the very best for him in the future. Thank you for your work, Richard!
At our Council Meeting on May 21, our Council Member-at-Large Raybon Gilbert was affirmed by the rest of the Council as the new Vice President. Raybon will also be filling the open position on the Call Committee.
Raybon's term will run until the February 2025 Annual Congregational Meeting. The Vice President position, along with any other open Council positions, will be open for nominations late this year. If you have any questions or feel led by God to explore running for a Council position, please reach out to me or any Council member for more information. Our email addresses are listed online at hope4all.church/council. We would love to chat with you!
Please join your Council in praying for Richard and Raybon during this time of transition and new adventures. As always, thank you for being part of the Hope family!
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Technical Volunteers Needed | |
H.O.P.E. University needs your help!
As we continue to expand our offerings for educational opportunities at all our campuses, we are in need of volunteers to help set up and run our technical equipment.
We will provide training and no prior experience is necessary.
Plus, you'll be able to enjoy the H.O.P.E. University courses while you volunteer! Please help us out!
If interested, contact Pastor John at pastorjohn@hope4all.church.
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Your car provides an easy way to check the status of things – how fast you are going, how much fuel remains, the temperature of the engine, etc. It’s called the Dashboard!
We provide the same easy way to check the church status – church attendance, the number of volunteers at the Food Pantry, membership, and more. Ours is also called the Dashboard!
It’s free and available on our website. If you would like to add information about your ministry, call Dave Withers (352) 233-7533.
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Journey to the Holy Land with Hope | |
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Ready for a life-changing pilgrimage to the Holy Land with your Hope family?
We are now accepting reservations for our fall Holy Land trip from September 12 to September 22, 2024.
This exciting journey will take you to the Sea of Galilee, Cana, Mt. Carmel, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, and many more of the locations that are important to our faith.
The price for the pilgrimage is $4,190 per person on a double occupancy basis, with $900 per person extra for a single room. Non-refundable $500 deposits are due by June 1, 2024. Non-refundable full payments are due by July 15, 2024. The price includes round-trip airfare, accommodations, breakfasts and dinners, land transportation, a local guide, tips, and access to all travel locations.
For more information, please click the link below!
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25 Years of Hope Lutheran Church | |
As we look toward our 25th Anniversary in October 2024, we are also remembering our history! We will look back on years' past and remember some important moments in the life of our church. | |
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Back in 2001...
On May 27, 2001, the people of Hope Lutheran Church officially broke ground on the building we now know as Hope Central Campus. The event was a time of great music and celebration!
In our first two years of life, Hope had become a thriving, vibrant congregation. By fall of 2001, we had exceeded 500 members. In an interview with The Daily Sun, Pastor Barry Hunteman said, "I am amazed that we have grown at such a rapid pace! It has far exceeded my expectations...I am astounded by the warmth and care of our church members."
After the September 11, 2001 attacks on our nation, Hope worked closely with the Aid Association for Lutherans and various Lutheran organizations to raise $1,111.44 for relief, in addition to participating in numerous blood drives, clothing drives, and other charitable activities.
Hope also continued to be a champion of local and global ministry. We had several opportunities throughout the year to host foreign pastors and missionaries, including the Ekka family and pastoral representation from Haiti. Our ladies knitted over 100 sweaters for famine relief. Hope volunteers continued to contribute greatly to various causes, sending supplies and championing global ministry.
We also actively participated in local ministry. Hope led a highway cleanup on November 7, 2001. Additionally, Hope had a booth at The Villages Lifestyle Festival on November 9, 2001.
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Make a Lasting Impact at Hope! | |
Help wanted! Gary Hill, Hope's Council Treasurer, has only a few months left in his term as an Officer and Treasurer of Hope Lutheran Church. We are now seeking qualified applicants who wish to be nominated to replace him.
If you have the background, work experience, or skill set to fill the role of Treasurer beginning in February 2025, we invite you to prayerfully consider submitting your name for consideration. The Treasurer will be elected at our Annual Meeting in February.
If you would like more information to better understand the responsibilities, please reach out to Gary Hill at grpjhill@hotmail.com.
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Volunteers are needed to help make this year's Vacation Bible School program a success. VBS will be held July 15-19 at Hope Lake Weir Campus from 11:30am to 3:30pm.
Any new volunteer must complete a background check request and an application, both of which are available at Hope Central Campus or online at hope4all.church/vbs. Volunteers are also required to take a 40-minute class with Pastor John on Hope's child protective policy.
If you want to be blessed and be a blessing as we spread God’s love, complete an online application or contact Pastor John at pastorjohn@hope4all.church.
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Hope South Campus Learning Opportunity
In response to the great interest in learning more about Hope South Campus from Dale Fiet, Hope's Design and Construction Chair, Dale and our Council President Kristina Giffin will offer another walking tour on Thursday, May 30, at 9:00am.
Attendees will hear a brief history of how Hope came to own this beautiful property, receive an overview of the architectural plans, view elevations, and if you choose, may join Dale for a walk around the eight-acre site to orient attendees to such things as the footprint of the Worship Center, parking areas, possible future structures, and more. There will also be an opportunity to ask Dale questions.
The tour will last approximately 90 minutes and will be limited to about 12 people. We will waitlist people for the next tour if this one fills up, and will have as many tours as people show an interest in. Please email Kristina Giffin at kristinagiffin@bellsouth.net to reserve your spot for May 30 at 9:00am.
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AED/CPR Instruction
Has it been two years or more since your last class on emergency medical procedures like CPR and using an Automatic External Defibrillator? If so, you are ready for a refresher!
The Disaster Preparedness Committee is sponsoring two upcoming classes: June 10 at Hope Central Campus and June 17 at Hope Lake Weir Campus. Click the links below to register. Class size is limited. Direct questions to Dave Withers at (352) 233-7533.
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Special Presentation from Dr. John Hurtgen, Dean of Theology at Campbellsville University
Saturday, June 8 at 9:00am - Hope Central Campus
Hope Lutheran Church and the Society of the Holy Trinity are excited to welcome Dr. John Hurtgen to Hope Central Campus.
Dr. Hurtgen will give a special presentation on the Names and Titles of God in the Early Church, using the Gospel of Mark. This is Dr. Hurtgen's second visit to Hope Lutheran Church, and his presentation is sure to be a wonderful time of learning for all!
Dr. Hurtgen is the Dean of Theology at Campbellsville University and is a Professor of New Testament and Greek. He has served as the second dean since the founding of the School of Theology in 1998. He also serves as director of the Master of Theology program.
This event is free! Light refreshments will be served. No registration necessary.
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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! You can find a list of locations and meeting times by clicking here. 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 May 18-19, 2024 | |
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Hope Central Campus:
4:00pm - 234
6:00pm - 50
8:00am - 150
10:00am - 319
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Online:
4:00pm - 110
10:00am - 162
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Hope Lake Weir Campus:
10:00am - 102
Hope at the Everglades Rec Center:
8:00am - 81
10:00am - 113
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Flowers on the Altar Given By... |
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Gary & Phyllis Hill in honor of their 54th wedding anniversary
- Ann Ryberg in memory of her husband, Bob
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Scripture Reading for
May 26
Holy Trinity
Isaiah 6:1-8; John 3:1-17
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Scripture Reading for
June 2
Second Sunday After Pentecost
Galatians 5:22-23
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This Weekend's Worship Bulletin | |
Click the button to view this weekend's worship bulletin for traditional services. | | |
Inform the Church of Visitation Needs | Do you know of someone who needs a visit from a Hope pastor? Please call the church office at (352) 750-2321 and let us know. Our Pastoral Care Team would love to visit with you or your loved one. | |
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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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