Pentecost Sunday ~ May 31 In the Christian tradition, the celebration of Pentecost Sunday happens 50 days after Easter.  It is a day set aside to remember and recall the coming of God’s Spirit to the early followers of Jesus.  For some, it represents the birth of the church, a coming together of community for […]

Many enjoy the annual events of Hope United Church of Christ each spring including our garage sale and Spring Boutique, which would normally be taking place in April. Because of the COVID 19 protocols in place, we will not be hosting these events until later in the year. Please watch for updates and announcements.

HOPE UCC BOOK CLUB The Hope UCC Book Club has chosen its next read, Liane Moriary’s Big Little Lies. Goodreads says: A murder…A tragic accident…Or just parents behaving badly? What’s indisputable is that someone is dead. Big Little Lies is a brilliant take on ex-husbands and second wives, mothers and daughters, schoolyard scandal, and the little lies that can turn […]

Holy Week Worship Opportunities Maundy Thursday, April 9, worship will be presented by a variety of persons as they portray a few of the characters from the biblical stories that offer us a glimpse into Jesus last evening with his followers and friends. These vignettes, along with special music, have been taped, formatted, and put […]

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 […]

Lunch Bunch Sets Dates for Fellowship in February and March In February to help celebrate Valentine’s Day, we will meet at Saucy Focaccia, located at 5100 Fountains Drive NE, Cedar Rapids, on Thursday, February 13, at 11:30 a.m. This establishment is a gourmet burger and sandwich restaurant located in the Fountains Shopping Center. Saucy Focaccia […]

Lunch Bunch Gets Ready for Fellowship Date in March Of course, everyone is Irish as St. Patrick’s Day takes place in March. And it is never too late to celebrate; therefore we will be going to enjoy the wonderful food at The Irish Democrat, 3207 1st Avenue, SE, Cedar Rapids, on Friday, March 20, at […]

We are hosting a blood drive, Friday, March 20, 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Our goal is 12 units, which then can benefit up to 36 other individuals. Contact the church office to set-up a time to give this incredible gift to another.

Hope UCC’s Book Club Hope UCC’s Book Club had a great discussion of T.C. Boyle’s Tortilla Curtain as the discussion centered on attitudes towards immigration, the plight of illegal immigrants and of white privilege.  Our next book will bring us closer to home.  We will be reading Marilynne Robinson’s Pulitzer prize willing novel, Gilead.  Set in a […]

Our Singles’ Luncheon is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, following fellowship time. This event includes a lite meal for $5.00 and a time to enjoy board or card games.  

When the Weather Outside Is Frightful 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 […]

Mardi Gras Sunday – February 23 Once again we will be celebrating Mardi Gras Sunday at Hope United Church on February 23.  Eddie Piccard and a group of musicians will be joining us to offer their gifts of music and song as we have fun with beads and make merry as the ancients once did […]