feb 21 2010 spirit of hope newsletter, hope evangelical lutheran church

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February 21, 2010For an electronic copy of the Spirit

please log on to our website at

www.hopelutherancranberry.org

The Spirit of

Theme: LOST?Finding what you have always been

looking for!

Holden Evening Prayer ServicesFebruary 24March 24, 2010 at 7 p.m.

February 20, 2010Learn more about Hope on Saturday in theSara/Abram Room from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Church Council minutesare now available for memberinterest. If you would like toreceive a copy of the minutes,

please call the church office (724.776.3141) oremail the church to place your name on thedistribution list.

Pleasant Valley Homeless

Shelter Dinner

TONIGHT!!

We are leaving Hope at 7:00 p.m.tonight and will return between8:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Next Dinner is April 18th - menu to follow.

Easter FlowersHope members have longcelebrated the Resurrection bydecorating the church withbeautiful Spring flowers. Easter

flowers may now be ordered. You may purchase aplant in honor of a special person in your life or inmemory of a loved one.

You may sign up at the Welcome Table. You maychoose from tulips, daffodils and lilies. The cost foreach plant is $7.25. Your payment may be placed inthe offering or sent to the church office. Pleasemake checks payable to Hope Lutheran Church.

The last date to order is Sunday, March 21, 2010.


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HOPE'S HIGH SCHOOL YOUTHMINISTRY & RETREATS

HIGH SCHOOL AND CHAOS YOUTHROADTRIP!!!

TODAY!!!Meet at Hope 5:00 p.m.

Return to Hope 9:15 p.m.STEPHANIE SMITH AND

JAY MICHAEL IN CONCERT!Monacrest Free Methodist Church

995 Elmira AvenueMonaca, PA 15061

SIGN UP ON THE YOUTH BULLETIN BOARD ORUNDER FOR OUR MEMBERS

WWW.HOPELUTHERANCRANBERRY.ORG

Stephanie Smith, who was personally signed byToby Mac and is coming fresh from his Winter WonderSlam tour, has been signed by Gotee Records andcurrently has released two CD's. Stephanie has a selfproclaimed love for rock n roll, and most of her songsreflect thatespecially her latest EP. To hear some ofStephanie's music, check outwww.myspace.com/stephaniesmithmusic

Jay Michael started a rock band called Shudderat the age of 18 and toured around the country withnames like Decypher Down, Disciple, and Michael Trait.Years after the band's beginning and after the realizationthat all the members of the band were headed in differentdirections in life, Jay started his own solo career with hisrecent CD, Hippie Boy. Jay has been playing recentlywith bands like Capitol Lights, This Beautiful Republic,and Remedy Drive. Check out some of his music atwww.myspace.com/meetjaymichael

Cost is $12. Friends are welcome!

Dont forgetYouth CommitteeMeeting at 1:30 p.m. and Youth

Intern Sub-Committee Meeting todayat 3:00 p.m.

HIGH SCHOOLYOUTH GAMINGNIGHT @ HOPE!February 28, 2010

You all know the drill.Its becoming a Hope High School tradition. Weprovide the space and the food. You provide the

gaming equipment and fun. Gather at 6:00 p.m. andwe will end the night at 8:00 p.m. Its strictlygaming and fun.

Sign up atwww.hopelutherancranberry.org underevent registration. Friends welcome.

New Committee: The Youth

Committee has recently formed aFund Raising Sub-Committee toorganize their fund raisingefforts for mission trips. Wehave close to 50 youth going onMission Trips this summer to

West Virginia and Virginia.

Some fund raisers that we are in the process ofplanning are: (1) a spaghetti dinner March 20, 2010,(2) Hope night at Max & Erma's April 14, 2010,

and (3) International Food Night and AuctionOctober 2, 2010.If you have an interest in serving on this committee,please contact Amy Wolfe at

[email protected]. The next meetingis Monday, February, 22, at 6:00 p.m.

Mark your calendars now fortheINTERNATIONAL FALLFESTIVAL - October 2, 2010

The Hope Youth Group issponsoring a fantastic Recipe Book. It will bedivided into 2 sections: American and International.
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CHAOS(Christ Has All Our Solutions)

Next Meeting Date:

March 14, 20106 P.M.-8 P.M.

Grades 6 8 and their

friends are invited to join us

for our monthly gatherings.

What are we all about? We are about making friends,

having a ton of fun and learning how to follow Jesus.

Join us each month at Hope Lutheran Church. . . You

wont want to miss it! Anything can happen here!

Dinner included.

RSVP to Karen Johanknecht,[email protected]

Mark your calendars for the next CHAOS meetings:

April 11

May 2

June 6

February Kidz Klub:March 14, 2010

Time:4 to 6 p.m.

Calling all kids grades 1 to 5 -come join us this month to continue our adventure

with our Bible Super Heroes (and have someValentine's fun!). Bring your friends...for crafts,

dinner, and GAMES! RSVP to Diana Munn,[email protected] 724-272-1459

Parents: It's so much fun to watch yourchildren develop friendships and work together -

especially during the games! Thanks for bringingthem each month! As they get older, therelationships that are beginning now will flourishand they will have a wonderful, christian network offriends they can call upon.

Future Kidz Klub dates:March 14, April 11, May 16

Come Sail the High Seas withVBS!You can feel the sea spray on yourface as sails snap overheadyourchildren will experience the deep,rolling waters of Gods love with their crew! This

will be the best time your children will have allsummer! Plan now: July 12 -17. Look for moreinformation in weeks aheadand parents, we will

definitely need your help steering this expedition.Dont hesitate to call either Diana Munn(724.272.1459) or Diane Lewis with any questions(724.934.9063).

Come everyone to theAnnual Easter Egg

Hunt!

Sunday, March 28, 2010, at 1 p.m. -Hope Lutheran ChurchCrafts, snacks and egg hunting

for all ages!

$2 per child collectedat door.

Register at

www.hopelutherncranberry.org

Call or email Susan Koma724.687.0605/[email protected]

questions!

__________________________________________Classes begin in March, so markyour calendars now!First Communion is for any

child in second grade orabove.

Join us from 6 to 7 p.m. inthe Fellowship Hall on

Monday, March 8, 15, & 22, 2010.

You may sign-up onlinewww.hopelutherancranberry.orgunder the News& EventsEvent Registration or in the sign-upbook at the Welcome Table.
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Friends In Christ will be meeting at St.Peters Lutheran Church in Evans City on Thursday,March 18, 2010, at 11:30 a.m. Come and enjoy somegreat Southern Gospel Music by the Southernairs!

Bring a covered dish to share and your own table

service. The church with the most people present willreceive a surprise!!

Friends In Christ is for anyone over the age of 55!

We look forward toseeing you at ourupcoming Womens

Lenten Bible Study Sessions!!Join us for the following study times anddates:

7 p.m. on Thursdays in the SaraAbramRoom, February 25, March 4, 11, and 25(no study on March 18).

9 a.m. on Fridays in the Fellowship Hall,February 26, March 5, 12, and 26 (no studyon March 19).

Childcare: Will be provided on Friday

mornings only.

RSVP: To Karen Johanknecht via

email,[email protected],sign up atthe Welcome Table, or contact the churchoffice at 724.776.3141.

CHRIST &

CAFFEINE

Join us for our next bookdiscussion series as Christ and Caffeine descendsupon Steamers Coffee Shop, located in TheStreets of Cranberry on Rt. 19. Well change up thelocation and type of book this time so get a contrast

to our previous book, Velvet Elvis, by Pastor RobBell.

Well meet each Monday during Lent starting at7:45 p.m. (come at 7:30 to order your coffee)beginning Monday, February 22, 2010. Our textwill be The Comeback God: A Theological Primerfor a Life of Faith written by Michael Cooper-White. Well spend some time talking about someof the big theological teachings of the Lutheran

Church and compare to the work of Rob Bell.

Prepare for some in-depth conversation on topicslike revelation, Scripture, the Trinity, eschatology,pneumatology, Christology, the sacraments,justification, postmodernism, pluralism, genderissues, and the stewardship of creation. All thisover the latest caffeine craze. Space is limited solog on towww.hopelutherancranberry.organd signup under News and Events. Purchase the book atyour favorite bookstore or online atwww.augsburgfortress.com

February 18March 25, 20107 to 8:30 p.m.

Menyou dont want to miss this study!

24 Hours that Changed the World

Session 2: The Garden of Gethsemane

Session 3: Condemned by the Righteous

Session 4: Jesus, Barabbas, and Pilate

Session 5: The Torture and Humiliation

Session 6: The Crucifixion and Christ theVictor

Books are limited; cost is $15.00.
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We have a new prayer list for 2010. Please notify the churchoffice if prayer is desired. Prayers will be listed for one month.

Chuck Zimmerman and Ron Pitchuki - final stages of bone cancer;

friends of Ginny Hills cousinJoni McCune - intense cancer treatment;friend of the Wills

familyGram Norman - recovery from a heart attack; friend of Ginny HillMollie Banas - recovery from surgery;Ginny Hills motherJoan and Casey Walz - recovery from a car accident; Aunt of Karen

Morrison, Tom Majeski, and Linda DelahantyJohn Norton - back surgery;Jane Fahringers brotherBetty Norton - eye surgery;Jane Fahringers motherJan Toumey - cancer; friend of Joy WestDillon Family - friends of Peggy MaysKate and Scott - premie twins;friends of Peggy MaysAllen Majeski - acute leukemia; Father of Karen

Morrison, Tom Majeski, and Linda DelahantyCoach Wolfe - cancer surgery and recovery; (Pine-Richland

Coach)Jane Leithold - cancer;Aaron Dorondos grandmotherMartha Vargo - surgery;Mary Vargos motherKim - kidney transplant; friend of Cheryl ColpoKaren Mannella - surgeryGreg Boros - in need of a heart transplant;friend of Jane &

John GrafMartha Antal - stroke; Andy AntalJim Finfrock - healing;friend of MitziesChrys- positive changes in her life; Marilyn DukeRichard Soergels brother recently lost many of his green houses

during the recent snow stormBarb Miller - strength and healingKathy Murlo - health problems; Carol Wojdylaks sisterBrooks - cancer

Rebecca SayreWilliard BlockerCleo DeFioreMarie TeetsRoxane Crosby

Please pray for the family of Pastor Leonard Good, he recentlyjoined the Church Triumphant. There will be a funeral service inMarch at Hope Church.

Please pray for the family of Jeannette Bergman who recentlyjoined the Church Triumphant from complications related to surgery.Jeannettes family: husband, Frank, and two children, Brevin (grade4) and Riley (grade 6).

Austin Ridge: Iraq; nephew of Bill RidgeAnthony Cerrone: Afghanistan;Nancys nephewDean Weimer: Afghanistan; son of Larry and LindaJimmy Martin: Iraq;Alyson MorrisseyAdam Sellers:Afghanistan; son of Eric and Cathy

Attendance and Offering:

February 7, 2010 (Winter Snow Storm)

5:00 p.m.19 Operating Fund: $ 6,548.009:00 a.m.84 Expansion Fund: $ 3,622.0011:00 a.m.56

Total: 159 Total: $ 10,170.00

February 14, 2010

5:00 p.m.79 Operating Fund: $ 7,382.759:00 a.m.234 Expansion Fund: $ 3,020.0011:00 a.m.76

Total: 389 Total: $ 10,402.75

Sunday School Attendance for January 31: 111

Sunday School Offering: $50.75

& Sanctuary

CandlesThere are still a few dates

left to reserve for the 2010 Sanctuary Candles:

March 7 & 21 June 13 & 27July 11

May 16 & 23 November 28

Thank you Hope!Together we raised

$795 for theSouper Bowl of

Caring!!

Prayer Listfor


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HOPE(FUL) LIST

Have you ever wanted to donate a special gift, either as anoutright gift or perhaps to honor or memorialize someone, to

Hope Lutheran? Here is an opportunity for you to purchase anitem whether small or large. A Hope(ful) List has been compiledof non-budgetary items requested by various committees, Council,and staff. Since these are specific requests, we ask that you not

purchase the item directly but rather donate the cost. In addition,this allows the donor the proper tax deduction. Please do not feel

that you have to donate the entire amount for a gift, any amountyou can donate will be greatly appreciated.

Please review the list to determine how you can best help. Donorcards are in the Narthex.

Christian Education:-27 TVs (1 donated; need 1 moreapprox. $300)-DVD players (1 donated; need 1 moreapprox. $150)- Whiteboards with easels, size: 4 x 3 (need 4; approx.$175 per set of whiteboard & easel)

Staff:-Additional TV with VHS and DVD player-Digital camera

Stewardship:-Donations / program money (for mailings: stamps,envelopes, etc.)

Worship & Music:-Matching black stoles and cassocks-Kneelers-Handbells-Antiphonal addition to the organ-Adjustable organ bench-Lavabo bowl (a basin) for communion

-Choir robes-Hymnals Worship & Praise (5 donated; need 195more; approx. $10.00 per book)

Several gifts (most of themanonymous) have already beendonated to Hope. Special thanksto all for the following:

GPS System for theYouth

Private donation for the Mission Tripsnext Summer

Donation for QuickBooks

CD Player (two donors)1 TV and DVD player25 Choir ChairsPaging System for the NurserySingle Cup Coffee Maker

Attention Married Couples: Many couples havelearned that taking time to tune-up their marriagespays huge dividends. Lutheran Marriage Encounter

Weekends are designed to strengthen and revitalizeALL MARRIAGES. Were sorry that the March

19-21 Weekend in State College is now fullhowever, there currently is still room for you at theApril 30- May 2 Weekend at The Riverside Inna charming, historical Victorian Inn located inCambridge Springs, PA, (20 miles south of Erie)All costs for 2 nights lodging, 5 meals for each ofyou, and all supplies are covered by a $45.00 percouple registration fee plus a confidentialcontribution of whatever amount you choose that

you are given the opportunity to make at the end ofthe weekend. If the April date does not work foryou, please consider the October 22-24 Weekendat the Radisson in Sharon, PA, (an hour north ofPittsburgh.) For further information or to registeronline, go to: www.GodLovesMarriage.org, orcontact Fred & Julie Schamber, Western PADirectors, at email: [email protected] or724-325-3166 with questions or to receive abrochure with registration form.

VOICe is hosting aMardigrasSaturday, March 27, 2010

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. at theMansion (Route 8 South of Butler). The cost to getin is $25.00 pre-sale and $30.00 at the door.

See the flyer on the bulletin board behind theWelcome Table or call 724.776.5910 /724.283.8700.
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VOICe News

The VOICe donation box under the coat rack isavailable for you to place your new donation itemsfor VOICe. For donations of larger items orfurniture, please contact Karen Johanknecht at724.452.5665 [email protected].

VOICe would like to thank Hope Lutheran Churchfor the continued support over the past year. Yourdonations, prayers, and commitment to VOICe isgreatly appreciated!!

Current VOICe Wish List:

Paper products

Trash bags

Femine products

Liquid laundry soap

Kids cereal

Gift and Phone cards

for Gleaners Food Pantry

2010 Collection Dates:March 14April 18May 16June 13

July 18August 15September 12

October 17November 7 - Thanksgiving

December 5 - Christmas

Christians Care and SharePlease bring a canned good every Sunday

for Jesus.

AED & CPR Training

Class: The class is March 13,2010, at 9:00 a.m. Registration

begins at 8:30 a.m. and a continental breakfast willbe served. Cost is $25.00 per person. Classes areopen to the public.

Sign up online atwww.hopelutherancranberry.org

or at the Welcome Table.

Hope Lutheran ChurchCHILDREN/YOUTH Choir

Come sing with usall

Children and Youth age 5

through Grade 3

Monday Practices from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m.Sunday anthems sung at the

9 a.m. Worship Service

SCHEDULE:

Monday Practices

March 1March 8March 15March 22March 29

April 5No practiceApril 12April 19April 26

Sunday Worship

March 28 -Palm SundayApril 4Easter

April 18April 25May 2
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Sign-up below if you are planning to attend. Following is a list of

items that can be donated to make this event successful:

30 Pieces of Silver Breakfast is

Februar 28th

Food & Drinks

Butter4 lbs Orange Juice12, 64 oz Jugs

Lite Syrup24 oz bottle Fruit Juice8, 64 oz jugs

Sugar Free Syrup24 oz bottle Milk4 Gallons

Pam Spray2 cans Coffee (Large Can) - 2 1 Regular, 1 DecafEggs20 Dozen Cream2 1 Quart containers

Sugar Packets1 Large box Sugar Fee Sweetener1 small box

Supplies

Plates (10 Chinette)- 300 Plastic Forks250

Coffee Stirrers200 Ice - 2 Large Bags

Griddles (to borrow) - 2 Cookie Sheets (to borrow)2

Large Skillets (to borrow)2 Spatulas (to Borrow) - 7

Whisks (to borrow) - 4 Extension Cords (to Borrow) - 6

Please tear and place in the offering.

Name: ______________________________________________________________________ # of Adults Attending: _______________

Children: ____________________________________________________________________ # of Children Attending: _____________

Can you donate any of the items above? _____YES or _____NO

To Donate any Items

Check the binder located at the Welcome Table in the Narthex and add your name to the still needed items list

we will arrange drop-off dates!

Feel free to call or email Glen OConnor with questions 724-234-2373 or [email protected].

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