July 21, 2022
Hope Family, Happy New Year! As we begin another calendar year, let us continue in our efforts to spread kindness in our world. We never know what someone else is going through-so always, be kind. Even if folks are not kind to us, be kind. Even if someone else is grumpy, be kind. Even if… Read More »
July 21, 2022
Nativity of our Lord, Christmas Eve~~~Dec.24, 2021 The Prayer of the Day Almighty God, you made this holy night shine with the brightness of the true Light. Grant that here on earth we may walk in the light of Jesus’ presence and in the last day wake to the brightness of his glory; through your Son,… Read More »
July 21, 2022
Dear Brothers and Sisters at Hope, In these final days of Advent, as we wait and watch and hope to celebrate the one who was, who is, and who is to come, we might consider taking some time this week to read Luke chapter again or continue with your reading of a chapter from Luke’s… Read More »
July 21, 2022
Dear Brothers and Sisters at Hope, In this blessed season of Advent, we are called upon to prepare the way of the Lord. St. John the Baptizer advises that we are to share with others -in other words-be kind and loving to others. We also spend time in this holy season to pray and get… Read More »
December 8, 2021
Dear Brothers and Sisters at Hope, I found this on Facebook, and it was worth sharing: “If we are rushing through the stores this holiday season, then let’s rush….to hold the door for someone else, to tuck a folded bill into the red pot, to share a smile instead of annoyance in the check-out line,… Read More »
December 8, 2021
Dear Brothers and Sisters at Hope, Happy New Year and welcome to Advent! This first weekend in Advent begins a fresh new year in the life of the church-such a blessing in so many ways-new opportunities lie ahead for us to grow in faith and love as we serve God and share Christ’s love with… Read More »
December 8, 2021
Christ the King Sunday~~~November 20-21, 2021 The Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, you anointed your beloved Son to be priest and sovereign forever. Grant that all the people of the earth, now divided by the power of sin, may be united by the glorious and gentle rule of Jesus Christ, our Savior and… Read More »
December 8, 2021
The Prayer of the Day Almighty God, your sovereign purpose brings salvation to birth. Give us faith to be steadfast amid the tumults of this world, trusting that your kingdom comes and your will is done through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Gospel : Mark 13:1-8 In the last week of his life,… Read More »
November 16, 2021
My Dear Hope Family, Blessings in Jesus’ name to each of you! A quick head’s up-we are moving to a masks-optional policy in worship for now and we will see how it goes. We will still maintain masks and gloves for the distribution of Holy Communion for those serving at the altar, but worshippers have… Read More »
November 16, 2021
The Prayer of the Day Eternal light, shine in our hearts. Eternal wisdom, scatter the darkness of our ignorance. Eternal compassion, have mercy on us. Turn us to seek your face, and enable us to reflect your goodness, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.. Gospel : Mark 10:46-52 Bartimaeus comes to Jesus… Read More »