Posts from August 2018

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Sunday School and Worship News

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Sunday School Program Year and Worship Time Change Happens Sunday, September 9 Do not forget to mark your calendar as we start our fall schedule with the start of our Sunday School program year beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 9. Worship time moves to 10:30 a.m.

Westover Manor to Celebrate 55 Years of Changing Lives

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Westover Manor is an affordable, older adult (62+) community with several apartments equipped to accommodate those who are mobility impaired (also available to those over the age of 18). Residents are conveniently close to shopping and the heart of downtown Cedar Rapids. Our community enjoys a variety of activities in a friendly environment that includes […]

Mission Committee News and Notes

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Mission Committee News and Notes Thank you for your generous support of the Christmas in July project! Thank you for your gifts that go to Linn County Food Bank! Lois Bennett recently took 72 pounds of food there to be distributed to individuals and families in need. Thank you to the quilting group for their […]

Hope UCC Fun Fest ~ Saturday, August 25 ~ 6:00 p.m.

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

In conjunction with Hiawatha Fun Fest, please join us Saturday, August 25, for evening worship and meal.  Worship will begin at 6:00 p.m. and food will be ready following the service.  We’re switching things up this year and doing a potluck.   Main dish (brats & hot dogs with the fixins), tableware and lemonade/water will be provided.  Please […]

Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming Events

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

There are some great events coming our way in the near future. Mark your calendar for the following: Sunday, September 2   Labor Day Weekend, Last Sunday Worship at 9:30 a.m./Dan Evers will be providing special music   Sunday, September 9   Hope UCC Fall Fest       Open House for Sunday School       […]

Shout Out to Max Bloomquist

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Congratulations to Max Bloomquist Max Bloomquist, son of Mitch and Regan Bloomquist recently competed in the USA Triathlon Youth and Junior Nationals in Ohio. Max was among the nearly 1000 athletes from all across the country racing for two days and competing for national titles. He completed a solid race with a 6th place finish! […]