Pastor Bernhard has accepted our call to be Hope’s Pastor. May God bless Bernhard and AnneMarie as they begin their “official” ministry at Hope. On October 21 Pastor Bernard was  installed as a minister of the Word and Sacraments in our denomination. Go here to see pictures of the celebration. 

Learn more about our Sunday Morning Worship Services.

Small groups for Children and Youth and Young Adults/Adults.

For further information about supporting Hope Church check out Pledging At Hope Church.

Alpha

Find out more about Alpha? Alpha is one place where you can go to find out more about God, Jesus Christ, the Church or the Bible. Its designed to be a safe, fun and interesting place inquirers to come with their questions. Click here to find out more.

A new Alpha team has been put together for another course, made up of Linda Petty, Cassandra Ganpatt, Owen Bandstra, Jane Batterink, Pastor Bernhard and Brenda DeJong.  We plan to begin on March 1st at 6:30pm, at the home of John and Jane Batterink – 11301 Old Simcoe Road, Port Perry.  If you would like to contribute towards the dinner with a casserole or dessert, please speak to Brenda DeJong or call her at 905-986-4853.  Please also consider whom you could invite to attend the course with you, perhaps a neighbour or friend who doesn’t yet know about the saving love of God.  Thank you for your prayers and encouragement

Hope is running theAlpha Marriage Course.

 WE restrict participation to 8 couples and the cost is $20 per couple. Why take the course? Regular check-ups help a car run smoothly and reduce the risk of breakdown. The best sports professionals spend hours being coached and perfecting their technique. The greatest achievements in life take practice, training and dedication.

It is the same with marriage. A strong, loving and lifelong relationship doesn’t happen by chance. It takes effort and dedication to keep the fun and romance alive. We can all learn how to make even the happiest marriage better.

NOTE: There is never any group work and you will never be asked to share anything about your relationship with anyone other than your partner. The course material is presented using a video series.  This is a great opportunity to spend time together as a couple and look at the important issues in your relationship.

Baby sitting is available. If you have any questions please contact Nick or Elaine Stevens

YOUTH ALPHA

All youth, grades 9 – 7 are welcome, and welcome to bring a friend.  Sessions are being led by Shawn  Debbie and Linda .  Lots of food, food for thought and multimedia illustrations as we explore the questions of life together.

Serve

 Last summer two groups went on serve.

Las Vegas Serve ( July 24-July 31)

Check out the Las Vegas Gracevalley CRC picture page to find serve photos .

Pray that our youth will  experience aGod-filled time.

Vanastra Serve ( July 3-10)

Go here to see a photo record of the Vanastra serve project.

Weekend Serve

On October 1,2,3 we had an opportunity to serve our own community

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Pastoral Care 

Jeff Vannetten’s amazing  journey regarding his struggle with cancer can be found at  http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jeffvannetten.

HALELUJAH!!! In June 7 2011, Jeff’s doctor declared him cancer free!! Also Francis, his mother was pronounced cancer free. In this picture they are doing the Victory lap at the mini relay of life at Scugog Christian School. More pictures can be seen on our “Pictures at Hope “widget. If you want to read Jeff’s testimony and leave a comment go here.

Barb Gieben

After a terrible car accident in September Barb took her first tentative steps yesterday Nov 10. She is at Extendecare in Oshawa to rehabilitate. Lord give her patience on this long road to recovery.

VANNETTEN, Richard -

(1937-2011)

Safely in the arms of Jesus.   On January 3, 2011, with his family at his side, Richard Vannetten passed on peacefully to be with his Lord.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 48 years, Frances, as well as his children, Sonya with husband Ivan, Jeff with friend Joanne and Eric with wife Rachel, as well as his grandchildren: Richard, Kimberly, Jared, Andrew, Kassondra, Alysha, Taryn, Gesina and Braedyn.

Loved brother of Gesinus and wife Hiltje, and Willem and wife Frieda of Holland.  Sadly missed by his whole extended family and many friends.

The celebration of Rick’s life will be held at Hebron Christian Reformed Church (Whitby) on Friday, January 7 at 1pm.

Interment to follow at Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert.

Afterward, the family will receive friends at Hope Christian Reformed Church, Prince Albert.

If desired, memorial donations can be made to Scugog Christian School, Prince Albert.

 Jelle Sytsma

JELLE “JOHN” SYTSMA

The Lord took him home. Peacefully, on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at Lakeridge Health Centre, in Port Perry, at age 77. John Sytsma, beloved husband of 52 years to Jetty (nee DeWolf) of Port Perry. Loved father of Cathy and her husband Stewart Langley, and Louis Systsma and his wife Claudia all of Port Perry, and Andrew Sytsma and his wife Sandi of Courtice. Loving grandfather of Michael, David, Jessica, Alysha and Madisyn. Dear brother of Tony Systsma and his wife Riemy (deceased) of Sarnia, Louis Sytsma and his wife Cindy of Madoc, Nettie (deceased) and her husband Tony Klein of Thornbury, and Ann (deceased) and her husband John Clause of Woodstock . A Service to Celebrate his life will be held at 2 p.m at the Hope Christian Reformed Church, 14480 Old Simcoe Road. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert.There is opportunity to meet the family before the service at 1:00 to 1:45 also art Hope Church. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Canadian Cancer Society, or the Scugog Christian School. Memories and condolences may be shared at Wagg funeral home. We are praying for strength and comfort for Jetty and the whole family during this difficult time.

 Jacquelyn Mason

JACQUELYN LINDSAY MASON

Suddenly, at her home on Scugog Island, on Friday, September 23, 2011 at age 23. Jackey Mason beloved daughter of Wes and Donna Mason of Scugog Island. Loved sister of Jennifer Mason of Sudbury. Loving granddaughter of Jack and Jean Mason of Bracebridge, and Jeannette Orr of Barrie. Jackey will be deeply missed by her boyfriend Sean Cambridge of Peterborough, her aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. The family of Jacquelyn Mason will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, “McDermott-Panabaker Chapel”, 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Tuesday, September 27, 2011 from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. A Service to Celebrate her life will be held at the Hope Christian Reformed Church, 14480 Old Simcoe Road in Port Perry on Wednesday, September 28 at 11 a.m. Interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the Special Olympics. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com

If you have any pastoral needs or concerns please contact John Molenaar at Email

DELTA TEAM

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