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Hello, Hope Church!
Last night was the Men’s Crawfish and Axes event! It was a wonderful time of community and fellowship with the other men here at Hope Church. We enjoyed incredible food, threw axes at wooden targets, and heard Doug Sherber encourage us to share the gospel with others. It was a blessing to be part of the night! And just in case you were wondering—Devin Koele won the axe-throwing competition, closely followed by Robert Leonard in second, and yours truly in third!
Fellowship and community are so important to the believer. There are no “Lone Rangers” in the faith (even the Lone Ranger had Tonto). We need each other. The author of Hebrews writes:
“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.”
As life gets busy this summer with kids’ activities, work, and vacations, be sure to make time to connect with fellow believers. Plan a BBQ at your house—invite some neighbors who need a church home! Got a pool? Tell your student to invite classmates over, let them swim, and feed them! Be present at parks, in the community, and in your neighborhood, looking for a chance to say hi to someone and build relationships that lead to gospel conversations and invitations to church.
Don’t take a break from your faith or the church this summer—lean into what God is doing, and I promise He will bless you and your family.
The Student Ministry is hitting the gas on events and hangouts with the goal of connecting with students who are out of school and looking for some good, clean fun! So be sure to check your Realm app (Yes! We have a church app and we hope you download it - more details HERE), this newsletter and social media often to see what the church has going on. I know we still need VBS volunteers in a few key areas like arts and crafts, and there are still a few spots open for Student Camp & Preteen Camp!
I love you, Hope Church, and I pray that God would use this summer to grow you in your faith and in community with other believers!
Will Stacy
Student Minister
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Rent-a-Camper
Let them work. You give. We match. They go to camp!
Need help around the house or yard?
Many of our teens are eager to work—babysitting, yard work, and more—to raise money for Summer Youth Camp! Let us know your needs, and we’ll connect you with a hardworking student.
You can donate any amount toward their camp costs and Hope Church will match your donation up to the full cost of camp!
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Next Steps: Membership
May 14 | 6:30pm
Have you ever wondered what’s next for you at Hope Church? At Next Steps: Membership, you can discover how our church can help you grow, get more connected, and learn more about who we are and where we are going. You will meet and have a Q&A time with our pastor and other pastoral staff. If you have been checking us out, have been an “attendee” for some time, or just want to know more about Hope Church, this class is for you! Take your next step and RSVP today. We hope to see you there!
*Childcare is available, please indicate your need upon registration.
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Urgent Need for Volunteers
in Sunday Morning Hope Kids
Church family, we are reaching out with a critical need—our Children’s Ministry is in need of more volunteers. Without more helping hands, we will be unable to offer the amount and quality of classes for our children on Sunday mornings.
One of our core values at Hope is being multigenerational. Our ministry to children and young families is a central and pivotal part of expressing that value within our church family.
Please, prayerfully consider stepping in to help. Even committing to once a month would make an enormous difference. Our children need you.
Will you answer the call?
View the needs and let us know your areas of interest using the link below.
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11:00am Service Only
Sunday, May 25
Hope Kids classes will be available for all ages, birth - 5th grade.
No Hope Students (6th-12th grade).
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Midweek
If you’re looking for a break halfway through your week to refresh and refocus on God, Midweek is the place to be.
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Upcoming Menu:
April 30 - Sausage, green beans, potatoes, rolls, salad.
May 7 - Spaghetti, meatballs, bread, salad.
Cost:
Adults/Youth - $5
Kids 4-11 – $3
(3 and under free)
The deadline to RSVP is the Monday before each meal.
There will be an additional $3 charge per plate for those who are not pre-registered.
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Kids
Meets in the kids wing for exciting games, worship, and age-based discipleship teaching
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Nursery & Preschool: for birth - age 5
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Nehemiah Kids: Kinder - 2nd grade
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Leaders in Training (L.I.T): 3rd - 5th grade
Students
6th - 12th graders
Meets in Student Building 'D' for games, worship, Bible teaching
Adult Groups
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Thompson Hope Group Fellowship Hall Rm 103
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Man Up - Rm C2
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Women's Bible Study - Rm C1
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GriefShare - Fellowship Hall Rm 102
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Powerplus Preteen Camp
Registration Deadline: Tomorrow!
PowerPlus Preteen Camp is an overnight camp for completed 3rd-5th graders (as of June 2025).
June 22-25 | Cost: $225 | for 3rd - 5th graders
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MAGNIFIED!
VBS 2025 · June 2 - 5
9:00a - 12:30p
Magnified! VBS will encourage kids to look closely at the details of God’s amazing world and magnify, or proclaim, the greatness of God. God made us, cares about us, loves us, forgives us, and is faithful to keep all His promises to us. We can praise God together! We were made to magnify God!
Games · Bible Stories · Fun Songs · Crafts · and more!
(For completed kindergarten - 5th graders as of June 2025)
*Optional Kids VBS T-Shirt purchase this year!*
Only 100 T-shirts available, so signup asap!
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Thinking about helping at VBS? If so, please sign up before May 6th!
Volunteers Still Needed in these areas:
*Grade Level Group Leaders
*Bible Story Teachers
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VBS Volunteers
June 2 - 5
Preparations for VBS 2025 are underway and there will be many ways to serve!
Crafts · Bible Story Teachers · Missions · Snacks · Music · Recreation Team · Tech Booth · Parking Lot Team · Grade Level Group Leaders · and more!
(Teenagers over age 12 are able to serve as well)
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Students
(6th Grade - 12th Grade)
Sundays - 9:30-10:30am
Wednesdays - 6:30-8:00pm
Location: Student Building "D"
*NEW Student Ministry Text Messaging
Student Ministry news & updates from Will for both students & parents:
Text the word "Start" to 903-459-6953 to opt-in to text communications
Remind is no longer sending texts so we are moving to text communications from Realm only going forward.
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M3 Student Camp
May 27 - 31
It's the best week of the year! Registration for camp is open!
Location: Mt Lebanon in Cedar Hill, TX
Cost: $315 before April 27
(increases to $350 after)
Payment Deadline: May 25th
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Summer Kick-Off Party!
Saturday, May 17
5:00-8:00pm
Students! Invite your friends for some fun in the sun! We will end the school year and kick off the summer with some fun in the pool, good food, and great vibes with our friends!
RSVP Please - helps us plan food!
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Student Mission Trip
July 10-13
Cost $100/person
Our student mission trip is going to Gladewater, TX, to support one of our church plants in their outreach efforts. It’s a chance to serve, connect, and grow while making a tangible impact in the community.
If your student and ready to serve and grow, fill out the registration form to express interest in serving on this trip.
Will Stacy will reach out to each registrant and parent to discuss each student’s readiness to serve in this capacity.
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Graduate Recognition
Sunday, May 18
All parents of graduating high school seniors:
We invite you and your family to a special Graduate Lunch immediately following the 11:00 AM service in the fellowship hall.
Celebration Details:
🎓 Graduate Recognition: During each service, graduates will be honored and prayed over.
🎓 Memory Tables: Each senior will have a table in the foyer to decorate with photos and memories from their school years.
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Man Up
Wednesdays | 6:30pm
Room C2
Men, consider yourself called out! God has called us to step up and pursue Christ in our hearts and homes. You are invited to join us each Wednesday for a Christ-centered time of being poured into through scripture and engaging conversation and prayer.
Come at anytime, whenever you are able. No registration needed.
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Summer with Hope Women
Save these Dates!
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Crafts, Cards, & Conversations
Thursday, June 26 | 6:00pm
in the Fellowship Hall
Bring your favorite craft to work on or your go-to game to play and a snack to share!
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Ladies Night Out:
Fajita Jacks
July 22 | 6:00pm
A chance to connect with other women over dinner. Come and go as you are able!
Location: Fajita Jacks
(15256 Hwy 105, Montgomery)
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Homeschool Moms Connect
2nd Fridays | 10:00am
Fellowship Hall
Homeschool Moms, join us each month to learn and grow together! Come and be encouraged and connect with other moms as you are able to attend.
Spring Meeting Dates:
May 9
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Sunday Hope Groups
9:30am
Coffey Hope Group
"Parenting in the 21st Century"
Building C - Rm. C1
Hord Hope Group
"Insights Bible Study"
Fellowship Hall
Warren Hope Group
"Ladies Connection"
Building C - Rm. C2
11am
Shinkle Hope Group
Building C - Rm. C1
5:30pm
Young Adult Hope Group (18-25) "God Centered Conversations"
at the Kowalik's in Woodforest
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Weekday Hope Groups
Mondays
6:30pm - Dancer Group
in Grand Lake Estates
Tuesdays
6:30pm - Gilley Group
in Fairwater
7:00pm - Stamper Group
in Woodforest
Wednesdays
6:30pm - Thompson Group
Fellowship Hall - Rm 103
Thursdays
6:30pm - Barlow Group
West Conroe/HWY 105
Fridays
6:30pm - Louis Group
in Woodforest
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Weekly Prayer Gathering
Zoom on Tuesdays at 7pm
Anyone is welcome to join our weekly prayer gathering.
Call or Text Dee Warren for more info 281-507-9923
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Realm Connect App
Stay connected to our church wherever you go by downloading the free Realm Connect app for iPhone and Android devices.
Use it to communicate with your groups and teams, easily view and RSVP to events, manage your giving, update profile information, and update notification settings, more!
Don't have a Realm account? No problem!
Click below to request an account and review the FAQs
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Hope Church Text Messaging
To subscribe to Hope Church text messages, text the word “Start” to 903-459-6953 to opt in.
You can text "stop" at any time to opt out of text messages.
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Hope Church Podcast
Missed a Sunday and want to catch up on the sermon? You now find us on any podcast platform!
Search 'Hope Church Montgomery' and subscribe today!
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For Generations Stewardship Initiative
This initiative is a 3-year giving journey with a vision to establish a generational anchor in the ground by building a ministry center focused on serving our community for generations to come. Submit your pledge or give to the campaign at any time by using the links below.
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Justin Dancer
Lead Pastor
| Justin is here to serve you. If there is anything you need or anything he can do for you, please feel free to email him. | | |
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16430 FM 2854 Rd., Montgomery, TX 77316
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