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Advent
Advent means “arrival,” and each week of this season highlights something beautiful that Jesus brought into the world when He was born: hope, peace, joy, and love. The first week of advent highlights the idea of Hope. Hope in the Bible is a little different from how we usually think about the word. We often hope for better circumstances, an easier path, clearer answers, or a quick fix. But biblical hope is deeper.
Biblical hope holds the tension: we acknowledge the hard things honestly, without pretending they’re not there, yet we cling to the confidence that God can step into the very places that feel impossible. Real hope doesn’t ignore what’s broken; it recognizes that, by all appearances, we shouldn’t have much reason to hope at all. But—God.
When He enters the story, everything changes.
Advent means “arrival,” and each week of this season highlights something beautiful that Jesus brought into the world when He was born: hope, peace, joy, and love. The first week of advent highlights the idea of Hope. Hope in the Bible is a little different from how we usually think about the word. We often hope for better circumstances, an easier path, clearer answers, or a quick fix. But biblical hope is deeper.
Biblical hope holds the tension: we acknowledge the hard things honestly, without pretending they’re not there, yet we cling to the confidence that God can step into the very places that feel impossible. Real hope doesn’t ignore what’s broken; it recognizes that, by all appearances, we shouldn’t have much reason to hope at all. But—God.
When He enters the story, everything changes.
Hope's Christmas Closet
On Saturday, December 6 at 10 a.m., we’ll be hosting our annual Hope’s Christmas Closet—and we need your help! We’re collecting new toys and gently used or new winter coats, hats, and gloves for children and adults. Please bring your donations to the church office. If you’d like to volunteer, complete the sign-up form to let us know. Thank you for helping share warmth and joy this Christmas season!
On Saturday, December 6 at 10 a.m., we’ll be hosting our annual Hope’s Christmas Closet—and we need your help! We’re collecting new toys and gently used or new winter coats, hats, and gloves for children and adults. Please bring your donations to the church office. If you’d like to volunteer, complete the sign-up form to let us know. Thank you for helping share warmth and joy this Christmas season!
Christmas: The Light of the World
On Sunday, December 14, we will have a special service highlighting the reason for the season. The Family Ministry Team will lead us as they blend music, storytelling, and Scripture to help us see the birth of Jesus. Whether you’ve heard the story a hundred times or this is your first time, we pray it fills your heart with hope and joy.
On Sunday, December 14, we will have a special service highlighting the reason for the season. The Family Ministry Team will lead us as they blend music, storytelling, and Scripture to help us see the birth of Jesus. Whether you’ve heard the story a hundred times or this is your first time, we pray it fills your heart with hope and joy.
Lundahl Winter Outreach
Lundahl is currently in need of unisex L and XL sweatpants and sweatshirts. In addition, there is a growing need for food and holiday gifts. If you would like to help, we are encouraging gift card donations to major retailers to support families during this season. Thank you for giving generously and helping care for our community!
Lundahl is currently in need of unisex L and XL sweatpants and sweatshirts. In addition, there is a growing need for food and holiday gifts. If you would like to help, we are encouraging gift card donations to major retailers to support families during this season. Thank you for giving generously and helping care for our community!
Hope’s December Ministry Calendar
Click the link below to see what’s happening at Hope in December.
December Calendar
Events Page
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17wrwgX0jkesaDRlhhLR9Uy0RtuCAmbXKKb0gsCnxckY/edit?usp=sharing
Click the link below to see what’s happening at Hope in December.
December Calendar
Events Page
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17wrwgX0jkesaDRlhhLR9Uy0RtuCAmbXKKb0gsCnxckY/edit?usp=sharing