april 2014 - Hope Lutheran Church

April 2014 • Vol. 14 Issue 4
To encourage all people to know the love of Christ
To encourage all people to know the love of Christ
Abounding in Hope as We
Celebrate Holy Week & Easter!
April 17, Maundy Thursday
Both Campuses:
5:30pm & 7:00pm
April 18, Good Friday
Both Campuses:
7:00pm
April 20, Easter
North Campus:
8:00, 9:00, 10:10 & 11:15am
South Campus:
8:00, 9:00, 10:10,10:30 & 11:15am
More details on page 2
What’s Happening at Hope Lutheran?
2 “Decade of Hope” Commitment
Message from Pastor Chuck
Holy Week Schedule
3 Our Church
Compassion Mission Trip
Jamaican Lutefisk Dinner
4 Bits and Pieces
Foundation Members
New Member Class
Men’s Breakfast
Men in Boats
5 HopeCare
Give to HopeCare
Stephen Ministry
Visitation Ministry
6-7 Calendar
8 Children’s Ministry
Hopekids Early Registration
VBS Registration
5th Grade First Communion
Thank You Volunteers
Baptism Orientation
9 Student Ministry
Pre-register for Confirmation 2014-15
Mother’s Day Brunch
Fundraisers
10Women’s Ministry
Spring Fling
Fargo Cluster Gathering
Priscilla Shirer Live Simulcast
11Milestones
Back Page
“Decade of Hope” Commitment
Pastor’s Page
Hope Staff
Clergy:
• Charles A Olmstead
• Paul E Nynas
• Kevan F Smith
• Michael J Toomey
• Stephanie J Tollefson
•Sarah A Seibold
Worship Arts:
• John Bedore
• Brad Hanson
• Heidi Ivesdal
• Sara Lichtblau
•Anna Mitchell
Communications:
• Krystal Zimmerman
Technology:
• Justin Morken
College Ministry:
•Beth Hill
Student Ministry:
• Mark Proulx
• Emily Dahl
• Beth Hill
Confirmation Ministry:
•Luke Brodeur
•Kathryn Kingsley
Children’s Ministry:
• Jessica McEvers
• Jenn Anderson
Women’s Ministry:
• Judy Siegle
South Campus Coordinator/
HopeCare Coordinator:
• Ann Seczko
North Campus Hospitality:
• Kay Jastram
Stephen Ministry
Coordinator:
• Kim Youngquist
Business Administrator:
• Judy Aafedt
Building Engineer:
• Bill Haaland
South Campus Maintenance
Supervisor:
•Randy Houkom
Words of Hope Editor:
• JoEllen Carlson
Hope Lutheran Church
Office Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Sundays: 8:00am - Noon
Church Phone
701-235-6629
NC fax 701-235-5008
SC fax 701-364-5366
Words of Hope is published
monthly. Articles will be accepted
before 5:00pm on the 9th of the month
prior to publication. Bring them
to the Church Office or submit to
[email protected].
Volume 14 Issue 4
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People of Hope
The time of personal decision and commitment is before each
one of us in terms of how you will financially choose to support
the “Decade of Hope” vision and plan. On Sunday, April 6 and
Wednesday, April 9, you are invited to offer your three year
“Decade of Hope” pledge to God’s work among us at Hope
Lutheran.
We truly believe that God is at work in our church as we join with
Jesus in reaching out to our community and beyond to encourage
all people to know the love of Christ.
• We want to be the church that helps more and more people with
their soul business so they grow into fully devoted followers
of Jesus.
• We want to be the church that helps kids grow in faith.
• We want to be the church that reaches out to those who are
searching and who have not yet experienced a relationship
with Christ.
• We want to be the church that serves and sacrifices for those in
need in our community and the world.
• We want to be the church that fulfills its God given mission to
make heaven more crowded.
People of Hope, We Are That Church!
What a privilege and honor it is to join God in his work in this
world.
Now is the time. So, please pray about your commitment and bring
your pledge to worship.
• Pledge cards have been mailed to you and are available in the
Church Office.
• If you are unable to attend worship April 6 or 9, please mail
your pledge card or drop it off in the Church Office.
• Some have already submitted “Advance Pledges.” If this is
true for you, please feel free to join in the congregational
celebration by writing on your pledge card, “Advanced\
Pledge Given” and offering it during worship.
Every gift given from a faith filled heart matters to God and God’s
work through Hope Lutheran Church. Together, we are God’s
church!
Pastor Chuck Olmstead
Your ongoing
prayers, for the
future of Hope
Lutheran asking
God to continue
to challenge us
in mission and
ministry so we can
fulfill the plans
he has for us, are
prayers that makes
God smile!
Continued from front page
Holy Week and Easter at Hope Lutheran
More details about worship opportunities during Holy Week
April 16 - Regular Wednesday Worship on break
April 17, Maundy Thursday – “Soul Hunger”
• 5:30pm—Worship and Holy Communion at both campuses
• 7:00pm—Worship and First Communion for Grade 5 students at both campuses
April 18, Good Friday – “Death by Love”
• 7:00pm—North Campus: Songs from the Cross music and spoken word from combined North
and South Campus choirs and musicians
• 7:00pm—South Campus: Worship team leads us with dramatic readings from the cross
April 20, Easter – “A Fresh Start To a Dead End”
• North Campus worship: 8:00, 9:00, 10:10 and 11:15am
• South Campus worship: 8:00, 9:00, 10:10, 10:30 (Discovery Center with Holy Communion)
and 11:15 am
www.fargohope.org
What
is
God Up To
in
Our Church?
Life Changing Experience
The week in El Salvador with Compassion International was so impactful, so mission
focused, so eye opening, so joyful (with a touch of sadness), so energizing and life-giving,
and so influential and educational!
Our amazing mission team was flexible, fun and open to “out of comfort zone” activities.
We had great leadership from Pastor Mike, a world-class interpreter team and a Compassion
crew that makes you want to tell everyone you know about Compassion International.
Koinonia, our sister church, opened up their doors to us and just leveled us with their
world-class hospitality, incredible grace and friendship, inspiring leadership and servant’s
example.
For anyone that wants to transform their life through “roll up your sleeves”, Christ and
kids-focused mission work, you cannot miss the next opportunity to travel to El Salvador.
Pastor Mike has folders of children from the area, if you are inspired to sponsor a child.
from John Messelt’s blog
Preaching Schedule
Wed—April 2
NC Pastor Kevan - Generosity:
I Have Received God’s Generosity, So I Give.
SC Pastor Mike - Outreach: I Have Been Found So I Seek
Sun—April 6
NC Pastor Paul - A Commitment to God’s Work at Hope. Why Give?
SC Pastor Chuck - A Commitment to God’s Work at Hope. Why Give?
Wed—April 9
NC Pastor Chuck - Jesus Committed Himself to Me, So I Commit Myself to Him
SC Pastor Paul - Jesus Committed
Himself to Me, So I Commit Myself
to Him
Palm Sunday—April 13
NC Pastor Mike - “Is Jesus Your Pastor Mike and team telling the Good News to school children
John Messelt with his
sponsored child
King?”
King?”
SC Pastor Kevan - “Is Jesus Your Maundy Thursday —April 17
NC Pastor Paul - Soul Hunger
SC Pastor Steph - Soul Hunger
Good Friday—April 18
NC Pastor Kevan - Death By Love
SC Pastor Mike- Death By Love
EASTER—April 20
NC Pastor Paul- “Who do You Say That I Am?”
Say That I Am?”
SC Pastor Chuck - “Who do You Lex & Karen Silbernagel with
their sponsored child
Jim and Deb Schmidt with school children
Attention Lutefisk Lovers
What: Lutefisk and Meatball Dinner
When: Thursday, April 24
Time: 4:00-7:00pm
Where: North Campus
Mission Jamaica is sponsoring a lutefisk and
meatball dinner Thursday, April 24, 4:007:00pm, North Campus Fellowship Center.
This is a fund raising event for the Breakfast
Feeding Programme in Kingston, Jamaica.
All proceeds will be used by this program to
provide breakfasts to 120-160 children who
would go to school hungry each day. Hope
Lutheran donated $550/month last year to
help support this worthwhile project.
Lutefisk will be prepared by Carrol Juven.
Meatballs, potatoes, vegetables, our own
“church-made” lefse and ice cream are also
on the menu. Cost is $15/person with tickets
available at both campuses. For further
information, call Genora at 701-361-5436.
www.fargohope.org
April 23/27
NC Pastor Steph - “Is Jesus Just?”
SC Pastor Kevan - “Do You Wash Feet?”
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Bits & Pieces
Become a Part of Hope Lutheran’s
Mission and Ministry!
Invited to Ignite
Check out the next New Member Orientation to become a part
of our community of faith. At the end of each orientation you are
received into membership and become partners with us in mission.
April 27: South Campus, 12:15-1:45pm (lunch provided) Date change due to Easter
May 18: North Campus, 9:15-10:45am
June 15: South Campus, 12:15-1:45pm (lunch provided)
To register, please call the Church Office, 701-235-6629 or go
online at fargohope.org/membership.
Men’s Breakfast
Men’s
Breakfasts
take place the
2nd Thursday
of each month,
6:30am at
South Campus. Breakfast is
provided for a freewill offering. the April 10 guest speaker is
our very own Tim Olson, from
Mr. Sparkle Window Cleaning
Inc. All men are welcome.
Men in Boats is
Coming in June
Join us for Ignite Monday nights
at 8:30pm in Century Theater
in Memorial Union! This will
be our last full month of Ignite
events until the fall semester!
Remember: there will be no
Ignite April 21, the Monday
after Easter!
Italy Trip in October
We focus on enjoying God’s
outdoor creation and growing
in relation to him.
Where:
Lakewood
Bible
Camp, Devils Lake, ND
When: Friday, June 6 through
Sunday, June 9
Contact: Pastor Paul, pnynas@
fargohope.org or 701-2356629, x216.
Many Companies
Offer Matching
Gifts Programs
Pastor Kevan and Priscilla are
hosting a tour to Italy, October
31 through November 11,
2014. Brochures are available
at the Information Center. The
highlights of the tour will be
the Vatican art treasures and
visiting Assisi, the birth place
of St. Francis. The food and
fellowship are always delightful
as we travel with friends for 12
days from Venice in the north to
Rome in the south. Questions? Contact Pastor Kevan at
235-6629, x212 or ksmith@
fargohope.org.
Your gift to the Hope Lutheran
Foundation could be matched
dollar for dollar by your
employer!
Many
companies
offer
matching gift programs that
will double, even triple a
donation’s value. Check with
your employer today to see
if they have a matching gift
program, so you can make your
impact to the Hope Lutheran
Foundation go further!
The Hope Lutheran Foundation
works to encourage all people
to know the love of Christ
by helping support Christian
efforts in our community,
country and around the world.
Please consider a contribution to
the Hope Lutheran Foundation
to expand its good works. To
get more information about the
Hope Lutheran Foundation,
please call the Church Office,
701-235-6629.
2014
Hope
Lutheran
Foundation
Board
Kelly Humble
Kayla Werk
President
Patrick Chaffee
*Steve Miller
Mark Nygaard
Dan Doeden
Ryan Hoffman
Susan Richard
*Chip Ross
* elected at January 30, 2014 Annual Meeting
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This summer all college
students
(and
graduating
seniors in high school) are
invited to come to our 3rd annual
Summer Bible Study. Bring
your Bibles and your friends,
and enjoy some snacks in the
late evening summer sun on the
south patio at South Campus.
Begins Monday, May 28,
7:15pm.
www.fargohope.org
What
is
God Up To
in
Our Caring Ministry?
You Can Still Give To HopeCare!
HopeCare needs a variety of items that you
can donate for the Care Basket Ministry
and Global World Health. Below are lists
of items needed for each area.
GLOBAL WORLD HEALTH KITS
• Hospice/Aids Kits for Africa
Bath size bar of soap, toothbrushes, tooth
paste, pick-style comb, nail clippers,
band-aids, jars or tubes of petroleum jelly,
heavy-duty medium-size household gloves,
devotionals
• Newborn Kits for Africa
Sheets, bath towels and wash cloths, bath
size white bar soap (Ivory only), newborn
stocking caps, small baby shirts, receiving
blankets, 2 or 2½ gallon zippered type
plastic bags
For more information, go to fargohope.org/
worldwide.
CARE BASKETS
• Baby Baskets for first time parents
Receiving blankets, hand sanitizer, small
stuffed animals/toys, pacifiers, socks,
booties, wet wipes, onesies, baby wash/
shampoo, baby lotion, baby dishes/
containers/silverware, towels, washcloths,
bibs, bottled water, rattles
• Chronic Care Baskets for people
experiencing a medical crisis
Bottled water, juice boxes, devotionals,
crossword puzzles, puzzles, non-scented
lotions, tea, hot chocolate, cider packets,
hand sanitizer, pens, note cards, popcorn,
fuzzy socks, CDs, small Kleenex packets
For more information, go to fargohope.org/
icangive.
Hospice Offers Workshops for Adults
and Youth Who are Grieving
“Journeying Through Grief,” a foursession workshop for those recently
bereaved, is offered April 3, 10, 17 and 24
5:30-7:00pm, at Hospice of the Red River
Valley, 1701 38th St S, Fargo.
“Youth Journeys” is Saturday, April 12,
9:00am-3:30pm at Hospice of the Red
River Valley, 1701 38th St S, Fargo.
Youth Journeys is a day filled with
activities and support for young people,
ages 6-18, who have experienced the loss
of a loved one. Portions of the day will
include parent/guardian participation.
Registration is required by April 5.
For more information on either program,
call (701) 356-1500.
It's Okay to Be Human . . .
An important theme of the Lenten season
is the humanity of Christ. In Jesus, God
became human and fully experienced the
wide range of emotions we all encounter in
life. Jesus experienced times of loneliness,
sadness, hurt, anger, disappointment, grief,
and abandonment. That is part of being
human. Another part of being human is
needing help from each other. God never
intended us to be completely self-sufficient.
Part of God's plan is for each of us to turn
to others for help when we need it.
So, when you are experiencing difficult
times, don't struggle alone. Our Stephen
Ministers will walk with you, listen to
you, encourage you, pray with you, and
provide confidential one-to-one care to
help you through tough times. Stephen
Ministers can bring the love of Jesus
back into your life.
To learn more about Stephen Ministry,
talk to a Hope Lutheran Pastor or Kim
Y., 701-235-6629, x221. For more
information online visit fargohope.org/
stephenministry.
Our Stephen Ministers are ready to care
for you!
www.fargohope.org
AA
North Campus, Mondays, 5:30pm
South Campus, Mondays, 6:00pm
For help call the FM Area Hotline, 701-2357335.
Al-Anon
South Campus, Mondays, 1:00pm
Al-Anon begins each session with a large
group presentation and then breaks up into
small groups. Childcare is available.
Collection Box for April
Used eye glasses, sun glasses or cheaters to be
donated to the Fargo Lions Club.Drop off at
Church Office.
DivorceCare
When: Mondays, through April 14
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Where: South Campus
Cost: $15/person
Questions? Contact Ann, 701-235-6629, x310,
or [email protected]
For men and women focusing on different
aspects of separation or divorce. You may
start attending at any time, and repeat the
program as many times as desired.
GriefShare
When: Mondays, through April 28
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Where: North Campus
Cost: $15/person
Questions? Contact Ann, 701-235-6629, x310,
or [email protected]
This ministry is always open and you may
begin attending any week. It is sponsored
by people who understand what you are
experiencing and want to offer you comfort
and encouragement.
Visitation Ministry
Growing
Seven new visitors have have joined our
Visitation Ministry at Hope Lutheran. They
are Renae Hanson, Diane Pearson, Caycee
Bregel, Irene Richie, Doug Schulz, Karl
Bauer and Becky Barrus.
Thank you to these individuals who are
volunteering their time to visit people who
are lonely, in the hospital, or those who
cannot leave their home. A few short hours a
month in conversation and prayer can make
a big difference in their lives. If you would
like to become a visitation minister, contact
Ann, 701-235-6629, x310, or aseczko@
fargohope.org. Watch for training dates to
be announced.
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April 2014
Tuesday, April 1
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:15pm Aerobics
7:30pm
Read ‘n Relate
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:30am Quilting
9:30am
“The Storm Inside” Study
5:30pm Pilates
6:15pm
Nurtured Heart Approach to Parenting
7:00pm
“Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage “ Study
7:00pm “You Make Me Crazy” Study
Wednesday, April 2
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
12:00pm Men’s Bible Study
1:00pm
“Unglued” Study
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
5:20pm
Hosanna Kids Choir Rehearsal
5:45pm
Bells of Hope Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:00pm
“The 7 Experiment: Stage Your Own Mutiny Against Excess” Study
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
7:15pm
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
South Campus
7:00am
Men’s Bible Study
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
11:00am Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
12:30pm “Breaking Free” Study
1:30pm
Love ‘N Stitches
4:30pm
King’s Kids Children’s Choir
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
6:00pm
Hopekids Oak Grove Preview Night
6:00pm
Praise Choir Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
Thursday, April 3
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
8:30am TOPS
1:30pm
Mary-Martha Circle
5:15pm Aerobics
6:30pm Stephen Ministry Supervision
6:30pm
Stephen Ministry Training
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:00am
KAMS
5:30pm Pilates
6:30pm
“Purpose Driven Life” Study
Friday, April 4
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
4:00pm
Ziegelman/Kallias Wedding
Saturday, April 5
North Campus
6:00am
Men’s BSF Leaders Meeting
9:30am
DAR Meeting
South Campus
9:00am
Priscilla Shirer Simulcast
7:00am
Minneapolis Mission Day Departure
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Sunday, April 6
North Campus
8:30am
Traditional Worship
9:45am
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
11:00am Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
3:00pm 5th Grade First Communion Instruction
South Campus
8:15am
Traditional Worship
9:30am
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
11:00am Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
Monday, April 7
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:30pm
AA Group
6:30pm GriefShare
6:55pm
Men’s Bible Study Fellowship
7:00pm NeedleWorks
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
1:00pm
Al-Anon
6:00pm
AA Group
6:30pm DivorceCare
7:00pm
Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
Off-Site
8:30pm
Ignite-Century Theater, Memorial Union, NDSU
Tuesday, April 8
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:15pm
Aerobics
6:30pm Stephen Ministry Leadership
6:30pm
ABDC Daycare
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:30am
Sarah Circle
9:30am
“The Storm Inside” Study
5:30pm Pilates
7:00pm
“Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage “ Study
7:00pm “You Make Me Crazy” Study
Off-Site
7:00pm
Lydia Circle - Homes
Wednesday, April 9
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
12:00pm Men’s Bible Study
1:00pm
“Unglued” Study
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
5:20pm Hosanna Kids Choir
5:45pm
Bells of Hope Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:00pm
“The 7 Experiment: Stage Your Own Mutiny Against Excess” Study
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
7:15pm
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
South Campus
7:00am
Men’s Bible Study
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
11:00am Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
4:30pm
King’s Kids Children’s Choir
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
6:00pm
Praise Choir Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
www.fargohope.org
Thursday, April 10
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
8:30am TOPS
5:15pm Aerobics
6:30pm
Stephen Ministry Training
6:30pm
Centering Prayer
South Campus
6:30am
Men’s Ministry Breakfast
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:00am
KAMS
5:30pm Pilates
6:30pm
“Purpose Driven Life” Study
Friday, April 11
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
Saturday, April 12
North Campus
6:00am
Men’s BSF Leaders Meeting
Sunday, April 13
Palm Sunday
North Campus
8:30am
Traditional Worship
9:15pm
Blood Pressure Checks
9:45am
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
11:00am Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
South Campus
8:15am
Traditional Worship
9:15pm
Blood Pressure Checks
9:30am
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
10:00am Baptism Orientation
11:00am Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
3:00pm 5th Grade First Communion Instruction
Monday, April 14
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:00am Quilting
5:30pm
AA Group
6:30pm GriefShare
6:55pm
Men’s Bible Study Fellowship
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
11:45am Read ‘n Relate, Too
1:00pm Al-Anon
6:00pm
AA Group
6:30pm DivorceCare
7:00pm
Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
Off Site
8:30pm
Ignite-Century Theater, Memorial Union, NDSU
Tuesday, April 15
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:15pm Aerobics
6:30pm
Monthly Prayer Meeting
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:30am Quilting
9:30am
“The Storm Inside” Study
5:30pm
Pilates
6:30pm
Ruth Circle
7:00pm “ Laugh Your Way To A Better Marriage “ Study
7:00pm
“You Make Me Crazy” Study
Off Site
9:30am
Naomi Circle - 21 35th Ave NE, Fargo
April 2014
Monday, April 21
Wednesday, April 16
No Wednesday Worship during Holy Week
North Campus
8:00am Walk anytime until 5:00pm
12:00pm Men’s Bible Study
6:00pm
Choir Rehearsal
7:00pm
“The 7 Experiment: Stage Your Own Mutiny Against Excess “ Study
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
11:00am Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
1:30pm
Love ‘n Stitches
8:15pm
Real Life BIG Event
Thursday, April 17
Maundy Thursday
North Campus
8:00am Walk anytime until 5:00pm
8:30am TOPS
4:30pm
Onword Together (TBI support)
5:15pm Aerobics
5:30pm
Maundy Thursday Worship
7:00pm
Maundy Thursday Worship
8:00pm
5th Grade First Communion Reception
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:00am KAMS
5:30pm Pilates
5:30pm
Maundy Thursday Worship
7:00pm
Maundy Thursday Worship
8:00pm
5th Grade First Communion Reception
Friday, April 18
Good Friday
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
7:00pm
Good Friday Worship
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
7:00pm
Good Friday Worship
Saturday, April 19
South Campus
9:00am MOPS
Sunday, April 20
Easter
North Campus
8:00am
Easter Worship
9:00am
Easter Worship
10:10am Easter Worship
11:15am Easter Worship
South Campus
8:00am
Easter Worship
9:00am
Easter Worship
10:10am Easter Worship
10:30am Easter Worship
11:15am Easter Worship
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:00am Quilting
5:30pm
AA Group
6:30pm GriefShare
6:55pm
Men’s BSF
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
1:00pm Al-Anon
6:00pm
AA Group
Off-Site
7:00pm
Dorcus Circle-Homes
7:00pm NeedleWorks - Moxi Java, Moorhead
Tuesday, April 22
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:15pm Aerobics
5:30pm
Church Council
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:30pm
“The Storm Inside” Study
5:30pm Pilates
7:00pm
“Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage” Study
7:00pm
“You Make Me Crazy” Study
7:15pm
Ignite Mentorship Gathering
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
12:00pm Men’s Bible Study
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
5:20pm Hosanna Kids Choir
5:45pm
Bells of Hope Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:00pm
“The 7 Experiment: Stage Your Own Mutiny Against Excess” Study
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
7:15pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
South Campus
7:00am
Men’s Bible Study
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
11:00am Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
4:30pm
King’s Kids Children’s Choir
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
6:00pm
Praise Choir Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
Thursday, April 24
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
8:30am TOPS
4:00pm
Mission Jamaica Lutefisk Dinner
5:15pm Aerobics
6:30pm
Stephen Ministry Training
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
9:00am
KAMS
5:30pm Pilates
6:30pm
“Purpose Driven Life” Study
Friday, April 25
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
7:00pm
Freed-Up Financial Living
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
www.fargohope.org
North Campus
6:00am
Men’s BSF Leaders Meeting
9:00am
Freed-Up Financial Living
South Campus
4:00pm Lynch/Pladson Wedding
Sunday, April 27
North Campus
8:30am
Traditional Worship
9:45am
Contemporary Worship/ Hopekids
11:00am Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
12:00pm9th Grade Interviews
South Campus
8:15am
Traditional Worship
9:30am
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
11:00am Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
12:00pm9th Grade Interviews
12:15pm New Member Orientation
Monday, April 28
Wednesday, April 23
Saturday, April 26
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:30pm
AA Group
6:30pm GriefShare
6:55pm
Men’s Bible Study Fellowship
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
1:00pm Al-Anon
6:00pm
AA Group
7:00pm
Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
Off-Site
8:30pm IGNITE - Century Theater, Memorial Union, NDSU
Tuesday, April 29
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:15pm Aerobics
South Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
5:30pm Pilates
7:00pm
“Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage” Study
Wednesday, April 30
VBS Registration Begins
North Campus
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
12:00pm Men’s Bible Study
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
5:20pm Hosanna Kids Choir
5:45pm
Bells of Hope Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
7:15pm
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
South Campus
7:00am
Men’s Bible Study
8:00am
Walk anytime until 5:00pm
11:00am Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey Class
4:30pm
King’s Kids Children’s Choir
5:00pm
Wednesday Night Supper
6:00pm
Praise Choir Rehearsal
6:00pm
Contemporary Worship/Hopekids
7:15pm
PowerLife Confirmation
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What
is
Register for 2014/15
Hopekids Year!
Early registration for the 2014/15
Hopekids year will begin April 2 and will
remain open through May 18 (registrations
received after May 18 will be assigned
according to space availability). Register
online at fargohope.org/hopekids or at the
Hopekids Help Desk in the hallway during
the Hopekids/worship hour.
Hopekids is a Christian education program
that encourages every child (age 3-5th
grade) to know the love of Christ and helps
each one begin a personal relationship
with him.
Hopekids is a place where kids connect with
adult leaders to hear God’s truth through
worship, interactive Bible teaching,
creative dramas, and high-spirited music
that is age appropriate and reinforces
learning.
Check out the website for more details at
fargohope.org/hopekids. If you have any
questions, comments, or concerns, please
know that my door is open.
Pastor Stephanie Tollefson
701-235-6629, x213 [email protected].
Hopekids will not meet on the following
dates this month:
Wednesday, April 16 & Sunday, April 20
Happy Easter!
Thank You Hopekids Volunteers!
A HUGE “thank you” to our 500+
dedicated volunteers that help make
Hopekids possible this year. Thank you for
planting the seeds of faith in our children!
God
up to in
Children’s Ministry?
Vacation Bible School Registration!
All children, age 3 [as of July 31, 2013]
through 5th grade, are eligible to attend
Vacation Bible School. Cost is $10 per
child with a $25 maximum charge per
family.
VBS registration will be available online
at fargohope.org/children beginning
Wednesday, April 30.
When: June 2-5, 5:45-8:00pm
Where: South Campus
If you do not have access to the internet,
registration forms will be available at the
Information Center and Hopekids Help Desk.
The deadline to register is Sunday, May 25.
If you have questions or are interested
in volunteering, please contact Pastor
Stephanie at 701-235-6629 or stollefson@
fargohope.org.
Baptism Orientation
When: Sunday, April 13, 10:00am
Where: South Campus
Call the Church Office, 701-235-6629 to
register. Baptisms can be scheduled after
you’ve attended an orientation.
REMINDER: Hopekids Oak
Grove Preview Night
All South Campus Wednesday Hopekids
3rd graders and parents are invited to join
us for Spring Preview night on Wednesday,
April 2 from 6:00-7:00pm.
This preview night will be in place of
your child’s regular Hopekids hour, and
parents are required to attend with their
child(ren). Please check your children in
at a computer kiosk upon arrival and head
to their classroom (Discovery Center) for
a series of announcements before boarding
the buses.
Questions? Please contact Jessica at 701235-6629, x320 or [email protected].
Child Care Center—
School Age Program
Join us for “The 12 Weeks of
Summer!”
Each week this summer, there will be
weekly themed sessions offered for
children who have completed Kindergarten
-5th grade. Identical themes will be offered
at both North and South Campus. Children
can attend as many weeks as they like,
whether it is one, two or all. Children
may also register and participate in daily
activities through the Fargo Park District.
Registration forms are available at
fargohope.org or in the Church Office.
Questions? Contact Gayle, 701-235-6629,
x226 or [email protected].
Celebrating 5th Grade First Communion!
At Hope Lutheran Church it is our desire to
partner with parents to fulfill the promises
they made to their children during baptism.
One of those promises is, “to provide for
their instruction in the Christian faith.”
Fifth grade First Communion Instruction
is an opportunity to make good on that
promise!
All 5th graders and parents are invited
to join us for one of the following First
Communion Instruction classes (you may
choose which session works best for you):
• Sunday, April 6, 3:00-5:30pm, North Campus
• Sunday, April 13, 3:00-5:30pm, South
Campus
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The instruction will consist of parents
and students working together through
a variety of hands-on learning stations
that will educate the family about how
Lutherans recognize the Sacrament of Holy
Communion.
It is very important for students to attend
with a parent/adult. Students: Please
remember to bring your Bible!
www.fargohope.org
Upon completion of an instruction class,
students will then be invited to receive
their first communion on Thursday,
April 17 (Maundy Thursday), during
the 7:00pm worship service, both
campuses. Following the service, all
first communicants and their families are
invited to a reception in their honor.
If you cannot attend one of these
instructional sessions, or if you have
questions, please contact Jessica at 2356629, x320 or [email protected].
What
is
God Up To
Register for 2014/15 Confirmation
You are encouraged to take care of confirmation registration
for next year beginning Wednesday, April 5! Please go to
fargohope.org/powerlife to fill out the registration form.
Remember, students must register again for every year in
the program. If the $40 fee is cost-prohibitive, please contact
Luke.
Gallons of Gas Fundraiser
Participants of the Youthworks mission trip to Green Bay,
Wisconsin have begun their annual Gallons of Gas fundraiser.
Please help pay their way to Wisconsin by donating:
• $20 for five gallons of gas
• $40 for ten gallons of gas
• $80 for twenty gallons of gas
Envelopes are available in the hall by the
mission trip map and can be turned into
the Church Office. Write your name on
the envelope so that your donation can be
applied to your annual giving. We need
approximately 1,000 gallons of gas to get us
to and from our destination. Thank you.
9th Graders: Watch Your Mailbox
Affirmation of Baptism Breakfast will be Saturday, September
20. Join us for a celebration time for confirmands and parents.
Confirmands will receive their Affirmation of Baptism Certificates
and a gift. Photos will be taken so please dress appropriately for
picture taking.
• 9:00am - North Campus
• 10:00am - South Campus
Watch your mailbox for information about 9th grade interviews
(April 27) and the Affirmation of Baptism weekend.
PowerLife Confirmation Schedule
North Campus Schedule
South Campus Schedule
Date
Grade
Group
Date
Grade
Group
4/2
6&7
Small
4/2
6&7
Large
8&9
Small
4/2
8&9
Large
4/2
4/9
6&7
Large
4/9
6&7
Small
4/9
8&9
Large
4/9
8&9
Large
4/16
On Break
4/16
On Break
4/23
6&7
Small
4/23
6&7
Large
4/23
8&9
Large
4/23
8&9
Small
6&7
Small
8&9
Large
4/30
6&7
Large
4/30
4/30
8&9
Small
4/30
in
Student Ministry?
Baccalaureate
Celebration!
May 28, 7:30-8:30pm
North Campus
All seniors are invited to a
worship service dedicated to
celebrating and blessing this
year's graduating seniors!
An ice cream social will
immediately follow the service.
Mother's Day
Brunch—May 11!
The Mother's Day Brunch is a
wonderful gourmet buffet that will
spoil your mom and celebrate how
special she is to you.
When: 9:00am-12:30pm, May 11
Where: North Campus,
Fellowship Center
Two seating times: 9:00am
and 10:45am
Cost: $20/adult, $10 for kids
10 and under, kids 4 and under
eat free! Students will be
selling tickets as a fundraiser
for the youth scholarship fund.
Reservations are recommended
but not required.
Contact: Mark or Emily at
[email protected]
for
more information
Flower Sales Fundraiser
Both PowerLife and Real Life
participants of the summer mission
trips to Jamaica, San Diego, Green
Bay and Castaway Camp are selling
bedding plants as a fundraiser.
The deadline for flower orders is
Wednesday, April 30. Pick up order
forms in the Church Office.
Flowers may be picked up on
Thursday, May 8, at the campus you ordered them from.
Student Ministry Staff
Pastor Stephanie Tollefson—Pastor of Student Ministry – 701-2356629, x213 or [email protected]
Luke Brodeur—Director of Confirmation Ministry – 701-235-6629,
x323 or [email protected]
Emily Dahl—Director of Real Life Ministry – 701-235-6629, x312,
[email protected]
Mark Proulx—Director of Real Life Ministry – 701-235-6629, x247,
[email protected]
Kathryn Kinglsey—Student Ministry, Trips/Events Coordinator – 701235-6629, x 322, [email protected]
South Campus Confirmation Coordinators
Kim Jacobson—6th grade 701-541-1473, [email protected]
Kathy Becher—7th grade 701-298-3301, [email protected]
Kathryn Kinglsey—8th grade 701-235-6629, x 322, kkinglsey@
fargohope.org
Ginny Bachmann—9th grade 218-477-4273, gbachmann@fargohope.
org
North Campus Confirmation Coordinators
Tina Olson—6th and 7th grade 701-235-2243 or [email protected]
Mary Murchie—8th and 9th grade 235-6629 or 293-4029, mmurchie@
fargohope.org
www.fargohope.org
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What’s God
Have you heard of MOPS?
MOPS stands for “Mothers of
Preschoolers.” It’s a program
designed to encourage and benefit
mothers, who have children under
school age, through relationships
with other mothers and by
providing access to community
resources and support.
“A Beautiful Mess:
Embrace Your Story”
April 12
9:00-11:00am
South Campus
Childcare is available
Questions? Contact Stefanie at
[email protected]
or 701-306-1947.
“For we are God’s masterpiece.
He has created us anew in Christ
Jesus, so we can do the good
things he planned for us long
ago.” Ephesians 2:10
KAMS for Kids and Moms
KAMS (Kids And MomS)
meets weekly for Bible study,
fellowship, service projects and
to learn about women’s issues
from local speakers.
Thursdays, South Campus
9:00-11:00am
Childcare available.
KAMS Calendar for April
April 3- Bible Study
April 10- Yahweh Yoga with
Jami Dean
April 17- Stephanie Goetz
speaking on Depression
April 24- Andrea Hochalter:
Jeremiah Project
Questions? Contact Joylyn
701-281-6102 or joylynanderson
[email protected].
Monthly Prayer Meeting
Join us as we pray for our
church, its ministries and
mission on the 3rd Tuesday of
each month, 6:30pm, North
Campus. Next prayer dates:
April 15 and May 20. Contact:
Peggy M., 701-235-3392.
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up to in
Women’s Ministry?
Spring Fling
God Heals Through Kindness
Featured Speaker, Nicole Phillips
Saturday, May 3
10:00-11:30am
North Campus
Tickets $10, April 13-27, then $15
Available in the Church Office
Childcare available if registered by April 19
Make every effort to add to your faith,
goodness, knowledge, self-control,
perseverance, godliness,mutual affection, love.
For if you possess these qualities in increasing
measure, they will keep you from being
ineffective and unproductive in your
knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Priscilla Shirer Live Simulcast: April 5, 9:00am-4:35pm, South
Campus. If you haven’t gotten your ticket yet, it is not too late.
Tickets available at Christian Book Stores or the Church Office.
Centering Prayer
Join us on April 10, 6:307:30pm, North Campus and
learn about Centering Prayer.
Contact Betty A., 701-237-4967.
Fargo Cluster Gathering
Eastern ND Synod
Women of the ELCA
First Lutheran Church
619 Broadway, Fargo
Saturday, April 5
8:00am Registration & Coffee
9:00am - Program and
Lunch—$6
Rev Corey Bjertness
“A Chaplain’s Call”
In-kind offering to Churches
United for the Homeless. (Please
donate a can coffee.)
Yahweh Yoga Gentle
Journey Changes Times
We meet at South Campus
every Monday, 7:00-8:30pm,
& Wednesday, 11:00am12:00pm, in April (On break
Easter Monday, April 21). We
will not meet in May.
Leader: Jami Dean, RYT/
YYT, [email protected]
or 701-371-4420.
New Life Center Prayer
Breakfast/Evening
Dessert
•
•
Thursday, April 10
9:30am Prayer Breakfast or
7:30pm Evening Dessert
• Hilton Garden Inn, Fargo
• Speaker: Marie Monville,
author of “One Light Still
Shines”
Tickets available for either event
on their website, fargonlc.org.
www.fargohope.org
Prayer And Meditation
Seal of Approval
by Peggy Monsebroten
Looking through magazines, you
may see the “Good Housekeeping
Seal of Approval.” It designates
an endorsement of a product. This
seal gave the product a higher
standard. God’s Word mentions a
seal placed on his people, not to
endorse us but to encourage us in
our faith walk.
Now He who establishes us with
you in Christ and has anointed
us is God, who also has sealed
us and has given us the Spirit
in our hearts as a guarantee. 2
Corinthians1:21-22
When God places his seal on us,
it is a guarantee of his spirit in
us and his anointing until we’re
called home.
To receive God’s seal of
approval, it only takes admitting
we’re sinners and our need to be
rescued by him. He made it all
possible at the cross. When we
choose life with Christ, he places
his seal on us. It’s hard to believe
this truth when we focus on our
mistakes in thought, word and
deed.
We have to remember that God
keeps his word and if he said it,
that should settle it. Don’t let the
enemy convince you otherwise
and cause you to stumble in your
covenant witSSh God.
God may not approve of our
actions, but he always is faithful
to his children. We see our deeds,
but he sees his children. Our
actions don’t always meet with
his approval, but the seal lasts.
It’s so freeing to know it’s not
our actions that make us good
enough to receive his approval.
It is through our faith in Christ
alone.
Dear Lord, thank you for your
seal of approval on us as evidence
of authenticity of our relationship
with you. Thank you for this
guarantee that encourages us in
our faith journey. Amen.
Milestones & Regular Events
Milestones for February 8 – March 10
Baptisms:
Kelan Daniel Jepma, son of Cory
Jepma & Ashley Singer
Charlie Noah & Rylan Levi, sons
of Troy & Heidi Thorson
Alexis Jean, daughter of Kamran
& Laura Khaghany
Sophia Aaryanna, daughter of
Amanda Zarn
Leah Audrey, daughter of Kyle &
Jessica Gregerson
Arya Vyolet Bjornson-Nettleton,
daughter of Peter Nettleton &
Melissa Bjornson
Dawsen Zachary Kittelson, son of
Ashley Holland
Aliviah Riley Wadeson, daughter
of Tim Wadeson & Danielle
Savey
Regular Events
MiKynlea Marie Erickson,
daughter Chad Erickson &
Jamie Kesler
Nyke James Ray Loomis, son
of Kenny Watkins & Rachael
Loomis
Nora June, daughter of Nathan &
Sarah Tabbut
Logan Lynn, son of Chad &
Heather McFarland
Taylor David Flint, son of Brant &
Laura Flint
Audrey Mae, daughter of Jeremny
& Kara Magelky
Jaden Marie, daughter of Mark &
Alyssia Kittelson
Maxwell Vernon, son of Randell
& Jennifer Buhr
Welcome New Members!
Hope Lutheran welcomes the following people as part of our
mission and ministry!
February 2014
Brad & Andrea Beiseker
Alan & Shannon Cartwright
Mathew
Tanner Dozark
Chalcee Fingarson
Dave & Kim Giermann
Bryce & Jacob
Dan & Kathy Glood
Amber Gudzelak
Dave Hammer
Harvey & Donna Henne
Justin Hertel
Logan & Reese
Jeff & Tina Johnson
Charline King
Aiden & Paige
Jerry King
Mike Maland
Stacy Marki
Ben Proell
Kirk Schuck
Miranda Votava
Les Wilke
**Associate Member
Usher Schedule for April
North Campus
Mar 30/
April 2 Team 7 - Rindy
April 6/9 Team 1 - Naseth
April 13 Team 3 - (open)
Maundy Thursday
April 17 Team 4 - Anderson
Team 7 - Rindy
Good Friday
April 18 Team 2 - Thomas
Easter
April 20 Team 5 - Latunski
Team 6 - Roos
April 27/30Team 1 - Naseth
South Campus
April 6 Team 6 - [open]/
Ulrich/Lichtblau
April 13Team 7 - Kraft/
Olson/Litton
Maundy Thursday
April 17Team 1- Hill/
Hultman/
Blumeyer/Fluge
Good Friday
April 18Team 2 - Sigurdson/
Opp/Keim
Easter-April 20 8:00 & 9:00am
Team 3 - Harris/L.
Peterson/
VandeVoort
10:10 & 10:30am
Team 4 - Hansen/
Hansen/Hesse
11:15am
Team 5 - Langerud/
Kroke/Straabe
April 27 Team 8 - Youth
Marriages:
Jeanie Anderson & William
Murrey (2/8/2014)
Deb Konze & Craig Penley
(2/8/2014)
Amie Webber & James Engelstad
(2/21/2014)
Deaths:
Herbert Larson (2/8/2014)
Arlene Gnoinsky (2/24/2014)
Katie Christopherson (2/24/2014)
Wednesday Night Menu
5:00-6:00pm
North Campus
April 2: Pork Loin, Mashed
Potatoes/Gravy, Mixed
Vegetables, Dessert
April 9: Chili, Corn Bread, Salad
Dessert
April 23: Baked Chicken, Mashed
Potatoes/Gravy, Green Beans,
Dessert
April 30: Cheeseburgers, Potato
Chips, Coleslaw, Ice Cream/
Toppings
South Campus
Watch for weekly menus at
fargohope.org, and on the digital
display.
Memorial Gifts
Received December 8,
2013–March 7, 2014
Larry Ristvedt – Undesignated
Linda & Daryl Jalbert
Gerhardt & Jane Fick
Larry Ristvedt – HopeCare
Joanne Kelly
Duane Silseth – Feed My
Starving Children
Geraldine Rau
Rory Benz – Youth Scholarship
Fund
Sandra Sue Riley
Karen Arneson – Undesignated
Ron Arneson
Frances Nelson – Undesignated
Rev. Laurie Line
Herb Larson – Undesignated
Glenda Sanford
Vern Almlie
Olaf Gustafson – Undesignated
Paula Gustafson
www.fargohope.org
Aerobics
Every Tuesday & Thursday, 5:15pm,
North Campus Questions? Mary
Holm—701-298-8274
Book Clubs
Read n Relate
Tuesday, Apr. 1, 7:30pm, North Campus
Questions? Linda—701-866-6190
Read n Relate, Too
Monday, Apr. 14, 11:45am, South
Campus Questions? Deb S.—
[email protected] or
701-235-8785
The selection for April is “Orphan
Train” by Christina Baker Kline.
The May book is “The Round
House” by Louise Erdich.
Golf Girls
Tuesdays @ 12:30—Please email
[email protected] to
receive weekly updates of where
we will meet in April.
HLCW Circles
Dorcas Circle—3rd Monday, 7:00pm
hosted by participants
Lydia Circle—2nd Tuesday, 7:00pm
hosted by participants
Mary-Martha Circle— 1st Thursday,
1:00pm, North Campus
Naomi Circle—3rd Tuesday, 9:30am,
21 35th Ave NE, Fargo
Ruth Circle—3rd Tuesday 6:00pm,
South Campus
Sarah Circle—2nd Tuesday, 9:30am,
South Campus
Love ‘n Stitches
First and third Wednesday, 1:303:00pm, South Campus
Join in fellowship while you knit or
crochet for others. Questions?
Doris W—701-293-7079
NeedleWorks
First and third Monday, 7:00-9:00pm
Apr. 7, North Campus
Apr. 21, Moxi Java, Moorhead
Join in fellowship while you knit
or crochet for others. Questions?
Nicki A—701-235-6629, x237
Pilates
Every Tuesday & Thursday, 5:306:15pm, South Campus, $2/class
or $30/quarter. Questions? Tracy,
[email protected]
Quilting
2nd & 3rd Monday, 9:00am-2:00pm,
North Campus
1st & 3rd Tuesday, 9:30am-12:00pm,
South Campus
Yahweh Yoga Gentle Journey
Christian yoga focused on helping
you experience God more deeply.
Every Monday, 7:00-8:30pm, South
Campus. (On break April 21)
Every Wednesday, 11:00am-12:00pm,
South Campus
Leader: Jami Dean, RYT/YYT,
[email protected] or 701371-4420.
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Words of Hope
Hope Lutheran Church
2900 Broadway N
Fargo, ND 58102
Worship Services
North Campus
2900 Broadway N
Wednesday Worship
6:00pm - Contemporary
Sunday Worship
8:30am - Traditional
9:45 & 11:00am - Contemporary
Non-profit Org.
US Postage
PAID
Fargo, ND
Permit No. 975
Address Service Requested
South Campus
3636 25th St S
Wednesday Worship
6:00pm - Contemporary
Sunday Worship
8:15am - Traditional
9:30 & 11:00am - Contemporary
“Decade of Hope”
Commitment Offering
Pledges for the “Decade of Hope” campaign will be received in worship
Sunday, April 6 & Wednesday, April 9.
To prepare your hearts and minds for commitment Sunday, please be in
prayer asking God, “What do you want to do through me to accomplish your
will for Hope Lutheran?”
“I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord,
“plans to give you a future filled with hope.”
Jeremiah 29:11
(see page 2 for more from Pastor Chuck)
Contact us • 701.235.6629 • fargohope.org
North Campus: 2900 Broadway N South Campus: 3636 25th St S
Fargo, ND 58102-1422 Fargo, ND 58104-6861