Posts from March 2021

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Angel Partners

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Angel Partners: Enhancing Our Relationships at Hope United Church of Christ A new program is starting at Hope UCC that will, hopefully, enhance the sense of “community” within our congregation.  It is called, “Angel Partners” and everyone in the congregation (members and friends) will have a council person assigned to them to keep in touch.  […]

Messy Easter Event Held at Hope UCC

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Messy Easter Has Hope UCC Youth Learning about Holy Week The classrooms, fellowship hall and sanctuary spaces were filled with the sounds of adults and youth as Hope UCC hosted our first Messy Easter event on Thursday, March 25. 13 youth and six adults gathered (with proper protocols being followed) to learn about our faith […]

Chime Choir Opportunity

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Want to Chime In? An Invitation to Join Hope UCC Chime Choir Chime Choir to resume!  Since COVID will prevent singing for the present time, there is interest in having the Chime Choir provide special music for worship.  Eight experienced and committed ringers are needed.  The plan is to have rehearsals before or after worship […]

Congratulations to Members and Friends of Hope UCC

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Hope Happenings Congratulations to Roger Hatcher, husband of our organist, Mindy, who recently reached the prestigious recognition of 6th level Black Belt. Cards celebrating this achievement can be sent to him at 998 Eastview Avenue, Marion, 52302. Aaron Butikofer, son of Charlotte and Eric, grandson of Cindi Ohrt, was featured in an article in The […]