What's new at Hope.
Starting Tuesday June 23rd, a Bible reading class called Scripture Together will meet 7-8PM upstairs in the Den. The first book will be the Gospel According to Mark. See promo video below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=io7QKV5wfYU&feature=youtu.be
Audrey’s work is amazing. Her illustration of the Word being made flesh as the Holy Spirit overshadows Mary is wonder personified.
For the past 80 some odd days, our illumining artist, Audrey Lopata, has undertaken illustrating the Gospel of John.
Come tonight from 7-9:00 PM as Audrey hosts an exclusive gallery-style exhibit at Hope. As she puts it, “For the opening ceremonies I will probably say a few words on what possessed me to do such a thing, and reflect on the experience, and then faint, cause, ya know…public speaking :/”
“The evening is expected to be a rare intersection of our broader community life, worship, art, and joy in the Holy Spirit for all persons alike. Other inducements for attendance include a magazine/booklet with the complete collection of illustrations for perusal and possible purchase,” says Kevin Daniel, HopeArts’ intern.
And, of course, receptions always have food so come mill about and discuss!
Dearly Beloved, as promised I have published the text of my sermon from this past Sunday (5/17/15) on my blog. You can get there by clicking on this link: genohild.com/?p=3150.
“For the past 80 some odd days our illumining Audrey Lopata has undertaken illustrating the Gospel of John. Now, on Friday June 12th, 2015 from 7-9pm Audrey is hosting an exclusive gallery-style exhibit in the Hope Chapel sanctuary. As she puts it, ‘For the opening ceremonies I will probably say a few words on what possessed me to do such a thing, and reflect on the experience, and then faint, cause, ya know…public speaking :/’ This evening is expected to be a rare intersection of our broader community life, worship, art, and joy in the Holy Spirit for all persons alike. Other inducements for attendance include a magazine/ booklet with the complete collection of illustrations for perusal and possible purchase. There will also probably be snacks!”
Come join the Women of Hope for a summer Bible study on Thursdays from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., June 4th – July 30th in the 5th grade class room (except July 16th and 23rd).Dearly Beloved, I just posted the powerful testimony of a former Hope Chapel participant. You can find her story on my blog here. She tells how sharing about her same-sex attraction in the church led to isolation and deep despair. Jesus is bringing healing. But her story echoes a major theme of Sunday’s sermon–we must be able to talk about this subject among ourselves and embrace those who struggle with this orientation. –geno
