God makes Himself known in a variety of ways throughout the Bible. The two disciples traveling to Emmaus after the resurrection, whom we read about in Luke 24, are walking along and Jesus draws near to them and walks with them; but their eyes are kept from recognizing him. They are walking with the Resurrected Lord; they are talking with Him, but because of their state of mind (probably feeling dejected, scared, uncertain), they do not recognize him until he breaks bread, blesses it, and gives it to them. It is only then that their eyes are opened and they finally recognize Him! In Luke 24:32, the two disciples say to each other, “Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road!”
Friends, we can become so distracted, so focused on the things of this world (our families, jobs, fears, disappointments) that we do not recognize God’s voice – we do not recognize His whisper when God wants to speak to us. We hear God’s voice distinctly in the Bible. And, when we hear God’s whisper it will never contradict the clear teaching in His Word! Sometimes we will hear someone say, the Lord told me . . . I would suggest that we be wary of those who make that claim. But God is speaking to us, and we need to be attentive and discerning.
May we like the two disciples who were walking with Jesus, have our eyes opened and be able to hear God’s still, small voice in His Word and by His Spirit, as He makes Himself known to us!
Worship
Pastor Glen will resume the study of the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippians. His sermon on this first Sunday after Easter is: “Think About These Things,” based on Philippians 4:8-9. Please read this text in preparation for worship!
We will celebrate the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper this Sunday. We encourage you to examine yourself before receiving the Sacrament per 1 Corinthians 11:27-32.
Adult Sunday School
Our Adult Sunday school class will meet this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the large Sunday school room. Please join Janet Coiner and others for a wonderful time around God’s Word!! We will continue our study of the Acts of the Apostles. This Sunday we will focus on Acts 23: Paul before the Sanhedrin!! Please bring your Bible.
Men’s Bible Study
Our Men’s Bible Study meets every Tuesday from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. in the Community Room at Panera Bread. We are currently driving down Rt. 66, exploring the 66 books of the Bible. Next Tuesday we will further explore Revelation. All men are invited and encouraged to join us!!
Exploring Hope Class
Come to our next Exploring Hope Class! Exploring Hope is a gathering designed to communicate a brief overview of what is important to us here at Hope, including our history, what we believe, our values, our focus, our direction, and how to get connected. Our next Exploring Hope Class will be on Sunday, April 21st, after worship. The two-hour class will include lunch in our main Sunday school room. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Pastor Glen. If you plan to attend, please complete the sign-up sheet in the Welcome Center!
Thank You!!
We are grateful for all who glorified God with beautiful lilies on Easter Day!
Jake & Deborah Kleinschuster – Given for the Glory of God
Ted & Candi Brown – Gratitude for your work
Russell & Gail Fisher – Gratitude for your contributions
Cliff & Lynn Scott – Gratitude for scripture & singing
Teresa Marshall – Gratitude for scripture
Marcella Walters – Gratitude for faithfulness
Tim & Dianne Stewart – Gratitude for faith & prayer letter
Lowell & Nina Gross – Gratitude for teaching & music
Janet & Harold Coiner – Gratitude for teaching & prayers
Orville & Laurie Bame – Gratitude for worship
Mariah Shoop – Gratitude for love
Beth & Kerri Keyes – Gratitude for love
Given to the glory of God in memory/honor of . . .
Parents & Our Children by Marvin & Dottie Dollins
Dr. Ed & Evelyn Watkins by Bill & Loretta Watkins
Henry & Dorothy Shelton by Loretta Watkins
Our Daughter, Katherine Guthrie by John & Susan Guthrie
Our Parents by Tom & Alice Reider
Our parents & our family by Maryellen and Phil Lemons
My Parents, Eugene & Frances Mooney by Barbara Mooney Blevins
Parents by Pat & Ron Layne
Parents by Arnie & Cathy Doyle
Grandparents by Bobby Batitto
Petie Eavers & H. S. Meeteer by Candi Brown
Friends & Family by Debby Ray
My Parents, Vernie & Davis Anges by Debbie Anges
My Father, Owen Harner by Susan & Jerry Coffman
Our parents, Fred & June Severs and Alvis & Esther Lewis by John & Sarah Severs
Paul Ribet by Peggy Ribet
Our Children by Glen & Kim Holman
Tithes and Offerings
An offering box is available when you enter or exit the sanctuary. Additionally, Online Giving
Golden Oldies
The next gatherings of the Golden Oldies will be . . .
April 10 at 11:30 am. Dutch treat luncheon will be held at Sooner BBQ, Stuarts Draft.
May 8 at 10:30, meet at Panera Community Room with our speaker, Richard Ammons.
June 12 at 10:30, meet at Panera Community Room to play Bingo! We request for everyone to bring a wrapped gift so all can be winners! $10 max amount of gift.
Prayer Concerns and Praise Reports
- Until someone in the congregation volunteers to be the Coordinator of the Prayer Requests and Praise Report, HCC requests that all individual prayer requests, praises, and updates be emailed to our church administration email address at admin@hopechurchwaynesboro.org to be included on the weekly report.
- We will make every effort to share all requests for prayers with the understanding that the requests need to be current and active as well.
- Each prayer request will be listed for four weeks unless we receive a request or update to keep a specific prayer request on the report.
- At the end of four weeks, prayer requests that have not been updated will be moved to “Request For Continuing Prayers” which will show a listing of names only. Thank you to everyone for the many ways in which your prayers uphold those on the prayer list.
Driver Assistance
If you or someone in our congregation needs a ride to a doctor’s appointment or other appointments, please call Tom Reider (540.649.5162). He has agreed to coordinate rides. He has a list of those who have volunteered to give those rides. We are grateful for this important ministry!!
Mission Corner
If you are interested in supporting the ministry of Young Life, they will be selling and delivering mulch. You may order mulch until April 10th. They are also sponsoring a talent show on April 23rd at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church to support Capernaum students (those with special needs). \
Our next mission team meeting will be Wednesday, May 1, 6:00-7:00 p.m. for those interested in participating.
The Missions Team is active keeping in touch with our missionaries and other ministries. Please keep updated! You can visit our website and go to the Outreach page
April Birthdays
Wink Brown (4/12); Sarah Todd Severs (4/15); Wayne Mahanes (4/19); Roger Graham (4/20)