Upcoming Events
Check out these events that are right around the corner.
SAVE THE DATE . .
Parish Night Out
Tuesday, July 14, 6 PM Mario’s Pizza (on Menaul)
Join us as we share a meal together. Take the opportunity to meet more of the church members, enjoy a good meal, and engage in good fellowship with other Hopesters! Sign-up in the narthex.
New Lectionary Study Beginning This September
Join us for a weekly lectionary study as we look ahead to the Scripture lessons appointed for the upcoming Sunday.
Together, we will read, reflect, ask questions, and consider how the readings speak to our worship, our daily lives, and our walk with Christ. This is a wonderful opportunity to become more familiar with the Bible, deepen your participation in Sunday worship, and grow in faith alongside others in the parish.
All are welcome. No prior Bible study experience is needed.
More details coming soon.
Coming This September
Common Sense Christianity
In the spirit of Mere Christianity and Simply Jesus, this seven-week course will explore some of the basic questions of Christian faith: Who is Jesus? What do Christians believe? Why does the Church matter? And why should I go to church at all?
This class is open to anyone who wants to learn, ask questions, or grow in faith. It will also serve as a helpful introduction for those considering Confirmation, Reception, or joining the Episcopal Church.
More information coming soon.
Faithful Endings: Hospice, Pastoral Care, and Christian Burial
Join us for a parish seminar on preparing faithfully and thoughtfully for some of life’s most difficult moments.
This four-part seminar will explore what often happens when a catastrophic health event leads to long-term care, hospice, and end-of-life decisions. We will also consider how the Church, clergy, family members, and parishioners can respond with compassion, prayer, presence, and appropriate boundaries.
The seminar will include time to discuss funeral planning, the resources available through the Church, and the burial options and funeral practices within the Episcopal tradition.
Topics will include:
Catastrophic health events, long-term care, and hospice
How the Church and parishioners can respond with care and healthy boundaries
Funeral planning and preparing important information in advance
The Episcopal funeral service, burial options, and Christian hope in the resurrection
This seminar is for anyone who wants to plan ahead, care wisely for loved ones, or better understand the Church’s ministry at the time of death.
More details coming soon.