This Sunday: Communion + Baptism + Pie Contest, Meet the Faulkners and some dates to note on the calendar!

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Hello friends! First let me remind you all that Daylights Savings Time will be taking place this Sunday, and while no one really "sets their clocks back" anymore, I think it is worth noting that you will *hopefully* get a little extra sleep Saturday night. For those of you with small children who will definitely not sleep an extra hour, we will order extra coffee and offer a support group meeting up by the Connection table when you arrive!

Now, I wish I had a fun joke to share that would transition me to combine some of the major elements coming up this Sunday:

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This week's Journal prompt:
When have important plans you've had been interrupted and how did you respond?
Nancy Miller's Deacon post is called "Hope Cares." Part of that ministry is encouraging others to journal. Each week in the newsletter we will have a new prompt. Click here to get more information about journaling.
** Journals will be on the connections table each week if you would like to pick one up!

Sunday Message: Our message this week focused on Jesus’ first parable of the soils in Mark 4. Nate discussed Jesus' desire to clarify the kingdom of God while using the illustration of planting seeds and the impact of the surrounding soil on their growth. A sprout represents the coming kingdom of God, listen and be encouraged!

Hope Nursery: This Fall Hope Nursery Kids (walkers-age 5) are learning to be young worshippers. Each week the kids are learning about an important part of Sunday worship. This group meets during the entirety of the service each week. For more information, contact Maggie@hopeforwilmington.com.

Hope Elementary: This group is for kindergarten- 5th graders, and the lessons for this age group will be offered every week. Students will start out with their families in worship, and they are released to join their group during the announcements. This is a great time for this age group to learn to become young worshippers. For more information, contact Shay@hopeforwilmington.com.

Upcoming Fun:
HOPE Kids is so excited for our fall and winter fun ahead!
-We’ve prepared a flyer for you filled with fun & thoughtful service opportunities for you to enjoy with your family. Be on the lookout for one to go home with your kids. Reach out to Shay for more information.
-Advent Bags will be sent home with your kids starting November 13th. If you won’t be there reach out to Maggie or Shay & we’ll get it to you.
-Hope Kids needs volunteers for our holiday events— help with Christmas music and Christmas pageant & our Hope Kids Day birthday party for Jesus. Reach out to Maggie or Shay if you’re interested in helping out.
-Save the Date: Hope Kids Birthday Party for Jesus is on December 17th at 10AM. Be on the look out for our sign up sheet. Reach out to Maggie for more information!
For any information reach out to:
Maggie (maggie@hopeforwilmington.com)
Shay (shay@hopeforwilmington.com)

November 6: We will be making a craft for your Thanksgiving celebrations
November 13 & 20th: Hope Kids Advent Kit will be sent home with families. Advent starts November 27th!
December 17th: Hope Kids Birthday Party for Jesus! 10-Noon. Sign up coming soon. Be on the look out for additional details as the date approaches.
December 18th: Hope Kids Christmas Day kits will be sent home on this date.

Mark Sermon Series! - Nate started a sermon series in the book of Mark on September 18th. We encourage you to partner up or join a group to dig in and study the book of Mark with us. Click here to view the sermon series order.

November 6th- Pie contest: We will have a pie table set up to the right of the pecan tree. Please set your pre-cut pie on the table before worship starts, and make a list of ingredients used, please! After worship we will take time to test some pies, and have a contest to vote on 3 categories: Best Tasting, Most Unusual, and A for Effort. Prizes for the winners!

November 8th: Hope Men's Gathering @ 6:00pm at Flying Machine- Wrightsville Beach: 530 Causeway Dr T-1.

November 12th- Backyard fire at the Poulos' Residence: 318 Derby Down Way. All are invited! 6-8pm, hot dogs and smores provided!

November 20th- Ali Jo Meier baby shower celebration after worship! This is an open invite to all the ladies, we will shower Ali Jo and the new baby with prayer and love to celebrate this exciting addition to the Meier family!

Meet New Covenant Partners Ian and Colleen Faulkners!

Ian grew up in Lafayette, Indiana & Colleen grew up between San Diego, California & Athens, Georgia. The two met working at a Young Life summer camp in northern Michigan.
Ian works remote for a Chicago-based tech company and Colleen as a school counselor. Together they love to have people over, go for sunset swims at the beach, and explore local eateries. Ian loves all things games (board and athletic) and is trying to become a Pickleballer. Colleen recently stood up on a surfboard and is a frequent flyer at The Loop and the public library.
The Faulkners are excited about Hope because of the authentic and organic feel of the service and the community, combined with the new friends we've met! (Also Nate's beard)

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Current Sunday Location

3418 Prince George Ave.
Castle Hayne, NC
@10am

Mailing Address

PO Box 7795
Wilmington, NC 28406

Email

info@hopeforwilmington.com

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