HOPE Church knows that are many things about the Christmas season that can leave people feeling stressed out and out of sorts. For those who want to change their focus this year, and bring the true meaning of Christmas into clearer view, they are invited check out some of the activities going on at HOPE Church, located at 700 Cooper Road in Voorhees.
–On Saturday, Nov. 28 at 6:30 p.m., HOPE Church will hold its annual Christmas Tree-Lighting event where the entire community is invited to come out for some good, old-fashioned Christmas fun.HOPE Church invited the public to bring the whole family, friends and neighbors to this free holiday celebration.HOPE Church will have an outdoor stage filled with performers, booths with fun children’s activities, including a both sponsored by the KLOVE radio station; hot chocolate and cider; popcorn and cookies; and even that bearded guy in the red suit.
–The Kids of HOPE also invite the public to their performance of “A Tree Lot Christmas” on Sunday, Dec. 6 at 4:30 p.m. Follow the kids as they sell trees outside of Mr. Carmichael’s toy store to raise money for children in need.Join in the adventure as these compassionate and fun-loving kids demonstrate the powerful love of Christ to the greedy Mr. Carmichael and invite him into the family of God.Nursery is available.
–December can be a very hectic time of year; concerts, office parties, tree lightings, special church events. Most of these activities are good and enjoyable but sometimes all that busyness can get in the way of experiencing the full joy of the season. Make room for Wednesdays, Dec. 9 and 16 from 7 to 8 p.m. for a time of worship and reflection on the Kingdom of God. Nursery is available. Hope Church’s Family Ministry will offer programs for children from 3-years-old to fifth grade during that time as well.
–How would Mary tell her story if Facebook and blogs existed? Join Hope Church on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 4:30 p.m. to find out the answer to that question. HOPE’s Worship Artists will present “Mary and Joseph’s Story,” an original script performed by HOPE Players with music performed by Voices of HOPE, H.Y.S and other HOPE worship artists. Childcare will be available.
–HOPE Church’s popular family Christmas candlelight services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 23, at 7 p.m. and Thursday, Dec. 24 at 3 pm.
–Come experience candlelight worship at HOPE and be amazed once again with the birth of Christ. There will be three Christmas Candlelight Services held on Wednesday, Dec. 24. Times are 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and then again at 9 p.m. Childcare is available for the 5:30 p.m. worship service. All are welcome.
For further information about the listed events, contact HOPE’s office at 856–751-HOPE (4673) or meethope.org
