Hope UCC Book Club Schedules August Meeting Date Hope UCC has a Book Club that is open to all adults. The group selects a variety of genres to read and meets regularly to discuss the book that has been chosen. Their next meeting is Tuesday, August 20, at 5:30 p.m. and it will be held […]
Hope UCC Fun Fest ~ Saturday, August 17 ~ 6:00 p.m. The Gathering Team and Worship and Music Committee are hosting Hope UCC Fun Fest on Saturday, August 17, for evening worship and meal. Worship will begin at 6:00 p.m. and food will be ready following the service. Chef Andrew Buck will once again be cooking […]
Hope United Church of Christ and First Congregational United Church of Christ Join Together for Pride Event ~ Saturday, July 6 The month of June is LGBTQIA Pride Month. 2019 is the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall riots that took place the last weekend in June in NYC, which was a pivotal moment in Pride history. […]
32nd General Synod of the United Church of Christ ~ June 21 – 25 Every two years, General Synod brings together thousands of faithful members of the United Church of Christ for formal church witness, inspirational worship, and fellowship with friends (new and old). The Moderator, Mr. Norman Williams, the Assistant Moderator, the Rev. Penny Lowes, […]
Lunch Bunch Will Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in May It will be a little bit late, but still in the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, that we will gather at El Super Burrito and Lupita’s Bakery, 3300 Johnson Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, on Thursday, May 23, at 11:30 a.m. A sign-up sheet for this event […]
Lent: A Season of Reflection Lent is a Christian religious observance in the liturgical calendar that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends approximately six weeks later as we celebrate Easter Sunday. The purpose of Lent is the preparation, through prayer, repentance and self-denial, to consider the life and ministry of Jesus in the biblical stories. Lent […]
Mardi Gras Sunday – March 3 We will be celebrating Mardi Gras Sunday at Hope United Church on March 3, at 10:30 a.m. This year will feature performing artist, Eddie Piccard, and a group of musicians who will be joining us to offer their gifts of music and song as we have fun with beads […]
As the weather has turned colder, it is the season to be caution about driving on ice and snow or to be careful as you walk in the parking lot or on the sidewalk. Always consider your own personal safety whenever you make your way to Hope UCC during these winter months. If we need […]
Worship Schedule for December December is filled with lots of great opportunities to gather for worship and fellowship at Hope UCC. Please mark your calendars for the following dates and times: Sunday, December 2 – First Sunday of Advent – Worship and Celebration of the Sacrament of Communion Sunday, December 9 – Second Sunday of […]
Advent VBS ~ Saturday, December 8 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. All the fun of Vacation Bible School in one day! Storytime, crafts, discovery time, movie, and more will be included in this fun-filled day that is planned for children ages 3 – sixth grade. Lunch and snacks are included. There is no fee for […]
Women’s Fellowship Sponsoring Holiday Gathering The Women’s Fellowship Holiday Gathering will be on Tuesday, December 4 at 6:00 p.m. The gathering will take place at Cibo Fusion Restaurant, 685 Marion Blvd. Marion. There is a sign-up sheet in the church entryway. All women of the church are welcome to join in the festivities.
Once Again Christmas ~ Saturday, December 1 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Christmas Items ~ Baked Goods ~ Homemade Candies ~ Craft Items Country Pantry with Homemade Jellies and Canned Goods Lunch served Sponsored by Women’s Fellowship Group