All to Maturity
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20)
You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others. (2 Timothy 2:1-2)
As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another. (Proverbs 27:17)
Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. (Galatians 6:1-2)
He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ. To this end I strenuously contend with all the energy Christ so powerfully works in me. (Colossians 1:28-29)
The Scriptures so clearly call us to GROW IN COMMUNITY! We are called to help each other grow in obedience, to train one another up so that others can be taught, to sharpen one another, to restore each other when a brother/sister is stuck in sin, and to work with all our heart to help everyone grow to maturity in Christ.
How do we do this? Through relationships! We should share meals together, we should be a part of a home-group, attend and serve on Sunday morning, attend youth group, serve with one another, meet fellow brothers/sisters for coffee and to read the Word, and one could brainstorm so many more avenues that could produce spiritual growth in the community of Christ and even give us opportunities for evangelism.
Many of you are living this out right now, but I want to challenge some of you to increase your level of relationships in the church and your commitment to your own discipleship and to the discipleship of your brothers and sisters. Maybe some of these ideas could help you take a step of more obedience in the call to be growing in community.
Things to Try:
Increase your commitment of attending church; have a neighbor over for dinner; invite all the men of your home group to do a project for a family in your home group; invite all the women of your home group to encourage one of our missionaries; try to have relationship 1-3 times per week with members of the body; invite a family for dinner and pray for one another; start a group that walks together and memorizes Scriptures together; send texts of encouragement to brothers and sisters; every Thursday join the Men’s Core 12 group; join a Women’s Titus Table; sit with a new family at Jubilee; ask a family out to lunch after church.
~Pastor Randy
Mark your calendars for this special Hope event. We will have great food, fellowship, fun, live music, kids play area, and a pie contest. If you are interested in volunteering, contact info@hopetucson.com. Please bring a dessert to share (pie, cookies, brownies) and the side lined up with your last name on the list below to serve 15. Please clearly label your food containers and serving utensils if you want them back (pick up at the end of the evening) or bring food in a disposable container.
Below are the potluck assignments. If your last names begins with:
A , L, N, P - Macaroni & Cheese
B, H, J, S,W - Green Salad
C, D, E, M, R, Q - Cornbread
G, K, T, Y - Coleslaw or Potato Salad
I, F, O, U, X, V, Z - Beans
Please contact us at info@hopetucson.com or 520-400-1483 if you have any questions. Also, It's not to late too volunteer!
Women's Ministry
Suzi King, Director
sking@hopetucson.com
We originally planned a women's event for November but we would like you all to enjoy your time volunteering and fellowshipping at our Hope JUBILEE on November 5!
Thanks to all the women who came out and helped us get our crafts ready for our Christmas sale! A big thank you to Angela Brainard, Gwena Burns & Faith Mathews who did all the prep work beforehand!
Please come out and support our Christmas craft sale on Sundays, November 27 and December 4 (before and after the service) in the church lobby. All proceeds will be gifted to a Hope woman in missions. Cash, checks (preferred) and Subsplash account payments only. Thanks!!
SEND LOVE AND THE GOSPEL TO CHILDREN IN NEED AROUND THE WORLD!
PICK UP YOUR SHOEBOX AT HOPE ON 10/30 OR 11/6.
FILL YOUR SHOEBOX WITH TOYS, PERSONAL CARE ITEMS, SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND ACCESSORIES.
DO NOT INCLUDE FOOD, LIQUIDS, SCARY OR WAR RELATED ITEMS.
GIVE A $10 DONATION ONLINE OR BY MAIL TO COVER SHIPPING AND OTHER PROJECT COSTS.
FOLLOW YOUR BOX BY SCANNING THE CODE ON YOUR LABEL.
DROP OFF YOUR SHOEBOX AT HOPE ON 11/13 OR 11/20.
CHEER ON HOPEKIDS AFTER CHURCH ON 11/20 AS THEY PARADE OUR BOXES OUT TO BE DELIVERED TO A NEARBY DONATION CENTER.
BUILD A SHOEBOX ONLINE BY VISITING SAMARITANSPURSE.ORG/BUILDONLINE. BE SURE TO SCROLL DOWN TO "SEARCH FOR A GOAL PAGE" (HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 85742). YOUR $25 DONATION COVERS THE COST OF YOUR SHOEBOX, SHIPPING AND ALL THE ITEMS TO FILL YOUR BOX.
PRAY THAT OUR BOXES WILL BE A BLESSING!
THANK YOU,
TAMMI MOORE AND THE OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD TEAM
PICK UP YOUR SHOEBOX AT HOPE ON 10/30 OR 11/6.
FILL YOUR SHOEBOX WITH TOYS, PERSONAL CARE ITEMS, SCHOOL SUPPLIES AND ACCESSORIES.
DO NOT INCLUDE FOOD, LIQUIDS, SCARY OR WAR RELATED ITEMS.
GIVE A $10 DONATION ONLINE OR BY MAIL TO COVER SHIPPING AND OTHER PROJECT COSTS.
FOLLOW YOUR BOX BY SCANNING THE CODE ON YOUR LABEL.
DROP OFF YOUR SHOEBOX AT HOPE ON 11/13 OR 11/20.
CHEER ON HOPEKIDS AFTER CHURCH ON 11/20 AS THEY PARADE OUR BOXES OUT TO BE DELIVERED TO A NEARBY DONATION CENTER.
BUILD A SHOEBOX ONLINE BY VISITING SAMARITANSPURSE.ORG/BUILDONLINE. BE SURE TO SCROLL DOWN TO "SEARCH FOR A GOAL PAGE" (HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH 85742). YOUR $25 DONATION COVERS THE COST OF YOUR SHOEBOX, SHIPPING AND ALL THE ITEMS TO FILL YOUR BOX.
PRAY THAT OUR BOXES WILL BE A BLESSING!
THANK YOU,
TAMMI MOORE AND THE OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD TEAM
Kyria Kelly, Director
It’s time to think about packing shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child again. Keep an eye out for more information on how your children can be involved on Sundays leading up to Collection Sunday and our parade to load the collection trailer on November 20th.
As always, please reach out if you have any questions or need support in any way. May you walk in step with Christ in all you do!
~Kyria
November 6 (Family Sunday): Jesus’ Hard Teachings; John 6
November 13: Jesus Raised Lazarus; John 11
November 20: Jesus’ Triumphal Entry; Matthew 21, Mark 11, Luke 19, John 12
November 27: Jesus Was Questioned; Matthew 22, Mark 12, Luke 20
November Birthdays:
Toby Vereen 11/07/2011
Zella Salcido 11/07/2019
William Bodie 11/09/2016
Everett Whiting 11/11/2015
William Woodford 11/13/2014
Teagan McCabe 11/13/2015
Ethan Alexander 11/15/2013
Kaylin Crom 11/17/2017
Jack Carey 11/19/2015
Liam Vereen 11/24/2013
Zane Vereen 11/24/2015
Aija Stroop 11/29/2014
Kevin Mason, Associate Pastor
kmason@hopetucson.com
So thankful to be a brother in Christ with all of you! May each home group rejoice together in all the goodness that our Lord pours on us. During November, my prayer is that each group would be steadfast in meeting together and that each group would focus on how good our Lord is. May everyone’s heart be filled with thanks to our Lord.
This is also a hard time to be alone. If you are interested in joining a home group, please contact me (Kevin) at kmason@hopetucson.com. Praying that everyone feels connected to the body this November.
Come join us for the last Men's Breakfast of 2022 - Saturday, November 19 at 7:30 a.m. in the Community Room.
Men's Camp October 2022
If you struggle at all with your purity, there is a great men's group starting on Tuesday, November 8 at 5:45 p.m. at the new church building (3130 W. Overton in the Conference Room). This study is for you if you have issues with sexual sin or just want to learn how to deal with sin of any kind and be held accountable in a Biblical way.
If you are interested, please contact Jimmy Simmons at 520-460-6776 or huntin4birds@gmail.com.
HopeLife welcomes all young adults at Hope Community Church. We meet every Saturday night at 7:00 pm. Contact Brenna Bumb if you are interested in attending at 520-912-6290.
November Calendar for Youth Group
Meeting all Sundays in November
in the Community Room
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
AccessHope
Sarah Whiting, Director
Make A Joyful Noise: A sensory worship experience is back! We had so much fun at our first sensory worship event back in August, and now in November and December we have the opportunity to worship together again in a sensory friendly environment.
Friday, November 11th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the Community Room, we invite everyone to a calm and quieter worship experience. Lighting will be dimmed, as well. This event is designed for everyone seeking less sensory input while they worship together.
Friday, December 9th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., in the Community Room, we invite you to an interactive sensory worship experience. We will provide musical tools to facilitate engagement in singing Christmas carols together. This event will be for all our sensory seekers! Louder music, lots of physical engagement, and fun interactive tools.
We hope to see you at the sensory worship experience that is right for you! Bring a friend, or invite anyone in your community who may enjoy such an experience with other believers.
Night to Shine
Volunteer sign ups for Night to Shine 2023 will be available this month. You can follow Tucson Night to Shine on Facebook for up-to-date information. We are so excited that this year we are able to host an in-person event again!
