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New Plantings Added to Outdoor Space

Our outdoor space received an update recently as the overgrown bushes between the air condition units and the office entryway were removed and new shrubs and plantings were put in their place. This beautification project was made possible because a member of the congregation donated their stimulus check for this update to our outdoor space. Our […]

Volunteer Opportunity Available

Seeking Youth Group Leaders Do you have a passion for youth? Do you like organizing social events that youth would participate in? Do you have skills to plan some local mission opportunities for youth? If so, Hope United Church of Christ is seeking you as we desire to create a place and space for our […]

Pastor Mary Beth’s Office Hours

Pastor Mary Beth’s Office Hours Monday – Friday, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Drop in at any time for support, prayer, connection, to say “hello!” Pastor Mary Beth strives to be in the office at the church during the above stated days and times. Since emergencies do happen, please call 393-2400 to make sure that […]

Chime Choir to Preform on Sunday, May 16

Chime Choir to Preform in Worship on Sunday, May 16 The Hope United Church of Christ Chime Choir is preforming Steal Away, an African American spiritual (arranged by Bill Ingram), as our Gathering Music this morning. Members of the choir include: Julie Anderson, Ellen Bloomquist, Cathy Boeset, Cathy Evers, Dan Evers, Melinda Howerton, Cindi Ohrt, Stephanie […]

Becoming a Part of Our Faith Community

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Interested in Joining Hope United Church of Christ? Are you interested in putting down some spiritual roots at Hope United Church of Christ? Are you considering becoming a member of the church? The next New Members Outing will be held on Monday, May 17 at 6:00 p.m. at Hope UCC, with a lite dinner served. […]

Hope UCC Quilting Group Resumes

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Quilting Group Begins Meeting Again After more than a year of taking time off because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Hope UCC Quilting group will begin meeting again starting Monday, May 3, at 9:00 a.m.  This group will meet in fellowship hall to work on small lap quilts that are donated to several local agencies. […]

Prayer Shawl Ministry

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Prayer Shawl Ministry You may have noticed an addition to the Narthex, near the front door of the church. Hope UCC’s knitters have begun a Prayer Shawl Ministry. We’re grateful to the Rev. Dr. Glenn Hunt for his woodworking expertise in making a beautiful stand to hold the prayer shawls. If you find yourself in […]

Hearing Assist Devices Now Available for Use in Worship

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

New Hearing Assist Devices Available for Use in Worship With a gift from the Richard Penningroth bequest, Hope UCC purchased new hearing assist devices that are available to use during our worship service. Four devices are available in the main entryway. Please ask Pastor Mary Beth or the greeter/usher for assistance if needed.