Celebrating Wins…
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—and so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.” (John 15:16)
Back in 2011, when our church was just a couple months old, the elders bought me a nautical compass with a brass plate on the top. Engraved on that brass plate was this verse, John 15:16. It has always been a favorite verse for me. What an incredible thought! That God would choose us and appoint us to bear eternal fruit for Him. I am regularly amazed that God uses ordinary people like us for accomplishing wins for His Kingdom.
Every once in a while, it is an encouragement for us to celebrate those wins. When I say “wins”, I’m describing those things that God does at Hope that have eternal consequences. Let’s celebrate that God sent a big team of workers to Northern British Columbia to help run a camp for native youth from the area. We have already received stories of incredible conversations, young people receiving the Gospel, and our team serving Jesus faithfully in a variety of ways. We have a team currently in Honduras and a team training to go to the Philippines in October.
Ten of our youth ministry members just returned from a week in Miami where they helped an inner city church minister to 150 children in the neighborhood throughout the week. Also, among our young people, we had an incredible VBS. 83 kids and a team of adult staff strengthened each other in the Wonders of God’s amazing grace.
We have had several baptisms this year where folks have been affirmed by the church family in their faith. We just finished the 66 chapters of the book of Isaiah – like the early church that devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching (Acts 2:42). Our monthly mini-conferences have been well attended and have covered topics such as: strengthening marriages, understanding one’s worldview, and learning Jewish customs such as the Seder meal and the Passover to help us understand the Word more fully. We have seen the church family participate deeply in praying for one another and encouraging one another. Finally, this month we are adding two new home groups to our church to build relationship, read the Word, and serve together.
This life can be discouraging, but it is a joy to remember that God is still mightily at work, accomplishing more than we could ask or imagine.
~Pastor Randy
This month's Prayer & Praise Night is Wednesday, August 27!
Our next baptism is Sunday, August 3. Interested in being baptized? Contact info@hopetucson.com.
Women's Ministry
Suzi King, Director
sking@hopetucson.com
Register Today! Don't Miss the Deadline!
Our Women's Camp is Saturday and Sunday, August 23 & 24 at the Westward Look Resort.
Our theme is "Drawing Near to God With A Pure Heart."
The guestrooms are beautifully decorated. They have 2 full size beds and a pull out couch.
The rates this year are as follows:
Overnight
1 to a Room - $265.00
2 to a Room - $210.00
3 to a Room - $195.00
4 to a Room - $185.00
Day Rates
Attending Saturday & Sunday (No Overnight) - $145.00
Attending Saturday Only - $90.00
Attending Sunday Only - $90.00
If you are interested in staying Friday night, there will be a special rate for Hope Women. Please contact Gina at info@hopetucson.com or 520-400-1483 if you would like to take advantage of this.
These rates include all camp “perks” and meals (lunch and dinner on Saturday/breakfast and lunch on Sunday).
The DEADLINE TO REGISTER is Sunday, August 10 at 5:00 p.m. There will be NO registrations accepted after this date and time. The resort requires a firm number prior to our stay, so please register by August 10.
Register/pay below! You can also sign up and pay in the lobby on Sundays before and after church service during the month of July and on August 3 & 10.
Need more information? Contact us at info@hopetucson.com!
Study begins on Thursday, September 4 for 10 weeks.
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. in the Community Room
Contact Sheree Dennee at dsdennee@msn.com by Friday, August 15 so we can order books.
Abide: A Study of 1, 2, & 3 John
Let what you heard from the beginning abide in you. 1 John 2:24
How can we hold onto assurance of our faith? How can we discern the truth from a lie? How can we know God loves us?
In these three short letters, the apostle John reminds an early church facing division, deception, and doubt to hold fast to what they know and to live like they believe it. And he reminds us, as well.
In this 10-session Bible study on the letters of 1, 2, & 3 John, Jen Wilkin helps you see how two thousand years later, his words call to Christians in similar challenges to recall a great salvation and to abide in the truth.
Monday Night Women’s Precept Bible Study on the book of 1 Peter will be starting on Monday, September 8, in the Hope Community Room. This book was written as the church was being scattered, suffering, and facing persecution. Join us as we dig into this book and learn how Peter explores these questions of “What does it mean to suffer?” “Where is God when we go through hard times?” “How do I maintain my faith when I’m hurting?” “How can I endure this pain?” Workbooks ($22) need to be ordered by August 12, so please reach out to Valerie Turner at 520-904-5318 or vturner@airconceptsinc.com for more information.
Our First Annual Mother/Daughter Weekend in July!
Night of Worship - led by Katie Arellano
Friday, September 12 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
August's mini-conference is a great follow up to Eric Loveland's teaching from July about leading people to Jesus, but this conference will be encouraging even if you weren't able to make it in July.
What if we were missing a key part of following Jesus? What if there was a way to supercharge our growth in spiritual maturity, the fruit of the Spirit and Christ-likeness? In August's mini-conference we will lay a foundation for a passionate vision for walking alongside others as we all follow Jesus and we will investigate some practical helps to get us going on the right track and keep us serving for the long haul. Let's Grow!!
Taught by Pastor Dave Collins
Interested in watching the video of July's mini conference on, "Aligning Your Life with the Great Commission?"
Click on the link below!
Ever wonder how we begin to follow Christ? Hope Elders, Chad Schwarz and Scott Haffner want to help you discover crucial Biblical truths that inform us about these first steps to following Jesus:
1. Sunday, September 7 - The Conversion Experience
2. Sunday, September 14 - What Must I Do to Be Saved
3. Sunday, September 21 - The Significance of Baptism
4. Sunday, September 28 - Growing in the Church
Chad and Scott will lead interactive discussions as we learn from and inspire one another. Join us on these 4 exciting Sunday mornings.
All classes on Sundays at Wilson School from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Sign-up below.
Philippines Short-Term Mission Team
Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A
Come out and support our Philippines Team on Tuesday, August 19 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Ina/Thornydale Chick-fil-A!
Lynne Hooge, HopeKids Director
lhooge@hopetucson.com
We are praying for each you HopeKids as you start your new school year. May God guide and bless each of you as you go back to school. We also pray that you are a shining light for Jesus wherever you go!
We had a great time at our Family Movie Night! This month we are looking forward to Nerf Night for our Kinder through 5th grade HopeKids. The kids can bring their own non-battery powered guns or use one of ours. We will provide snacks and bullets. We ask that they do not bring high powered guns.
The women will be at Women’s Camp on August 24th. There won’t be any HopeKids program that day so that our women can attend camp. We will have a family outreach project in the service that Sunday.
Have a great month!
~ Lynne
HopeKids Movie Night
Our Key Passage This Month:
“In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace that He lavished on us. With all wisdom and understanding. (Ephesians 1:7-8)
Big Picture Question:
What is grace? Grace is when God gives us something good even when we do not deserve it.
What We’re Learning:
August 3 (Family Sunday): God Chose David to be King; 1 Samuel 16
August 10: David Fought Goliath; 1 Samuel 17
August 17: God Made a Covenant with David; 2 Samuel 6-7
August 24: NO HOPEKIDS-Women’s Camp Weekend (Special Family Service)
August 31: Special 5th Sunday - HopeKids Worship with Missionary Guests
August Birthdays
Harlow Klein 8/3
Bristol Richardson 8/5
Paul Grigg 8/8
Isaac Stadelman 8/11
Grayson Davis 8/22
Raylan Harris 8/25
Maeve Kelly 8/26
David Dillman 8/28
Levi Phillips 8/31
Awana starts up again on Wednesday, September 3 for boys and girls 4 years old (as of September 3) through 6th grade. So that we may have all of the books and materials on hand to start the new ministry year, would you please let me know if your children are coming to Awana by August 8, 2025? Email their names and grades in school to me at timtolson@comcast.net.
Please note - that continuing the Cubbies ministry to 4 and 5 year-olds is contingent upon having enough adult leader volunteers for that age group.
Thank you so very much.
Tim Tolson, Awana Ministry Director
Gary Jones, Discipleship Pastor
gjones@hopetucson.com
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” (Acts 2:42)
Do you desire to be in a Home Group? Home Groups are a great way for us to grow in community and in our walk with Jesus. We desire to see everyone connected to a Home Group, so if you are interested in getting plugged in, please contact me.
Note: If you are on a waitlist, many groups are on break during the summer, so expect more information soon!
HG Leaders, our next leaders' meeting is Saturday, August 16th from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room. We’ll continue our theme from Acts 20:28 but will focus our time in August on “keeping watch…over the flock." Looking forward to spending more time with you all then! Sign up below.
Contact me at gjones@hopetucson.com if you have any questions.
Please NOTE that Men’s Breakfast is on Saturday, August 9th from 7:30 - 9:00 a.m. in the Community Room. Join us for good food, mutual encouragement, and time in God’s Word.
Men's Bible Study: Fridays, August 8th and 22nd from 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room. This Bible Study is a great time to dive into God’s Word, pray, and build relationships with other men. The study is for men of all ages.
Men’s Camp: Friday & Saturday, October 24th -25th at Southern Pines Baptist Camp on Mt. Lemmon. Mark your calendar! More info to come!
Men's July Breakfast
HopeLife is our young adult ministry for ages 18-29. If you are a young adult, we’d love for you to get connected with others in a similar season of life. We spend time together to grow in community, study God’s Word, pray, eat, and have fun. Join us!
This summer we will meet every other week and have special activities. Below are our August dates:
Tuesday, August 12th – 7:00 p.m. Location TBA
Tuesday, August 26th – 7:00 p.m. Location TBA
Contact me at gjones@hopetucson.com if you have any questions.
Kevin Mason, Family Pastor
kmason@hopetucson.com
August Calendar for Youth Group
Youth Group every Sunday in August from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Community Room.
On Sundays, August 3 & 17 dinner will be provided!
Join us for Faith & Family Night at the Diamondback's game.
Game begins at 6:40 p.m.
Tickets are $30.00 per person - All you can eat section. Seats are limited so register soon!
Contact Pastor Kevin at kmason@hopetucson.com for more information.
Wednesday Youth Lunch & Study!
2025 Hope Rock Nest Ranch Team thanks you for joining us in serving First Nations youth in Houston BC, Canada. Together we have served 115 campers with lots of fun, great food and Gospel messages in chapel each day. Our team has worked alongside our host missionary team as well as others from Canada and the USA. We have been challenged in many ways, but have seen God working in and through us all to achieve His purposes. Campers have been able to hear clearly that Jesus loves them and has died both for our sins and for our sorrows and has a beautiful plan for us all. It has been a joy to endure some hardships for His glory. Looking forward to sharing stories of His faithfulness and of growth along the way.
With Gratitude, Your RNR team (Camp Names) Judge, Cookie, Latte, Dusty, Sandy, Hazel, Sparrow, Zucchini, Snake, Goose, Barbossa, Monsoon, Phoenix, Fuse and Washers.
Bob & Merrillee Whren, Directors
Interested in our Seniors' Ministry? Contact Bob Whren at bwhren@gmail.com.
Hope Seniors get together throughout the year. In August, we will be attending "Back to the West" at the Gaslight Theatre for our next event. If you would like to find out more about Hope Seniors, contact Bob or Merrillee Whren.
Our goal is to grow a community of support and encouragement for all families at Hope Community Church who wish to educate their students at home. All are welcome to participate in the activities regardless of what type of school they attend. Children that are not school age are also welcome.
For more details and information on this group, please contact Bre McCabe at bmambros@gmail.com or Tina Edgin at tsedgin@gmail.com.
