Wednesday 12:30-1:30pm - Contemplative Prayer Group
7pm - Bible Study
Thursday 7:30-8pm - candle light vigil at St Andrew's
Friday 7:30pm - movies@hope presents Crimes and Misdemeanors
Sunday 9am - Kids Sunday School
10am - get settled online
10:30am - Worship
online here: https://zoom.us/j/338100220
or call in: 301 715 8592
(Meeting ID : 338 100 220)
password 214341
Monday all day- CUCE Fundraiser at Franklins
all online, see links at www.hopecp.org
Dear People of Hope,
This has been a troubling week in our nation and in our world. Those of you who were able to attend Sunday's Pentecost worship service heard Pastor Sarah preach:
Remember, Jesus, the one whom we follow and call Savior and Lord, was a man of color who died from asphyxiation as he hung on the cross at the hands of the state. Jesus is no stranger to confronting oppressive systems that kill and dehumanize. Love always stands in solidarity with the vulnerable and oppressed. Love is willing to sacrifice ease and seeks the other’s wellbeing.
It is hard to know how to respond; it is not clear what is the most faithful and helpful.
One option this week is to join Father Tim from St Andrew's, me and my family, and other neighbors for a Thursday evening silent prayer vigil. From 7:30-8pm we will be outside St Andrew's church, 4512 College Ave, wearing masks, and staying at least 6 feet apart. Join us in praying for the people of our country: for an end to racism in all forms; for an end to hatred and division; for justice; and for peace.
I have found and shared some other resources below. There will be more.
May God's peace bless you, our nation and our world this week, Pastor Julie
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Faithful Resources for this Trying Time Do you have other resources you have found helpful? Please share with Pastor Julie: julie.r.bringman@gmail.com
Pentecost Sunday's Worship with Hope and St Andrew's
Listen to Pastor Sarah's full sermon, hear music and prayers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COQUY2Edtv0
Bishop Leila Ortiz addresses Current Events (May 31)
Our Metro DC Bishop speaks for ~5 minutes on current events
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zi7DI9ys2rg
Praise Song for the Pandemic
A 4-minute prayer video for all people impacted by COVID-19
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCYoikGaI6U&t=3s
Thursday June 4, 7:30-8pm Silent Candlelight Vigil
Join Fr Tim on the front lawn of St Andrew's Episcopal Church, 4512 College Ave, College Park, for this vigil to end racism and promote justice and peace. Please wear a mask and maintain social distance. Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/3945630895478247/?active_tab=about
Book Study w Hope
Join others in reading and discussing "Dear Church: A Love Letter from a Black Preacher to the Whitest Denomination in the US." Contact Matthew for more information: salzano@umd.edu
Racism in America: Famous Preachers and Theologians Respond
read how these thinkers would be preaching
https://churchanew.org/blog/2020/05/29/various?fbclid=IwAR3YG_wu_SWT9a-foA5CMLPVT3Xj8p6vww_ztubvJABZHYaFqlTkEZd3rZM
Adult Formation Group w St Andrew's
6-session Discussion Series: Our Commitment to Racial Healing, Reconciliation, and Justice; Sundays June 21-July 9-10am via Zoom. Learn more here: http://saeccp.org/learn-grow/adults/
ELCA reaffirms commitment to combat racism and white supremacy (May 29)
read this short piece and find supporting links to ELCA resources
https://elca.org/News-and-Events/8039
Service of Repentance & Commemoration of the Emanuel 9 Martyrs
Wednesday, June 17 at 6:00 PM Presented by the ELCA Metro DC Racial Equity Team (link forthcoming)
Calendar and Links
Wednesday, June 3 (and following Wednesdays) 12:30-1:30pm Contemplative Prayer
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/6083039144 (meeting ID 608-303-9144)
password: Christos
Wednesday June 3 (and following Wednesdays), 7pm Bible Study
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/883615306
Thursday June 4, 7:30-8pm
Silent candlelight vigil on St Andrew's front lawn, to end racism, for justice and peace (please maintain social distance and wear a mask)
Friday June 5, 7:30pm, movies@hope presents "Crimes and Misdemeanors"
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81978984230
Sunday June 7
9am Kids Sunday School
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/255708731?pwd=MVlEa2FYbXhiZ044WEdjYVc0OWFqdz09
10am sign on for worship
10:30am worship take your computer or phone outdoors to feel the wind of the Holy Spirit
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/338100220?pwd=dkdBZFhsZmJuWXNEWXNBajk5d1Nudz09
Monday June 8, all day Franklin’s Fundraiser
No link- ACTUALLY @ Franklins!
Read about their social-distancing rules here.
Friday June 12, 11am-noon Moms Group (every other week throughout the summer)
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/896902836
Sunday June 14, 9am final Sunday School of the session same link as above
Wednesday June 17, 6pm
Service of Repentance & Commemoration of the Emanuel 9 Martyrs
Presented by the ELCA Metro DC Racial Equity Team (link forthcoming)
GIVING TO HOPE
You can use any of the below methods to make a one-time donation or set up a recurring gift. Just like the offering collection in worship, electronic donations are used to support Hope's mission and ministry.
NEW Ways to Donate to Hope:
Text to give: Text 844-904-1808. In the message, type how much you want to give. The first time you do it you need to "register." Questions? Watch this video that shows how to text to give.
Phone app: Go to the app store on your phone. Download the GivePlus mobile app. Search for the church by name: Hope Evangelical Lutheran church or zip code: 20740. If you already have an online account with Vanco, Sign In using your email address. If you don't already have an account, Create an account.
FAMILIAR Ways to Donate to Hope:
Mail: You may write a check and put it in the mail. Make the check out to “Hope Lutheran Church” and mail it to Hope Lutheran Church, 4201 Guilford Drive, College Park MD 20740
Online: Go to hopecp.org. Click on the Donate tab at the top of the Home page. Follow the prompts and complete the boxes.
