New Hope Fall Newsletter

FALL 2023

NEW HOPE Sharing our Faith

FALL WORSHIP FAMILY CAMP-OUT YOUTH OPPORTUNITES

New Hope Church A Ministry of the Reformed Church In America

Sunday Schedule (Starting Sunday, September 10)

9:00 am | Discipleship Hour & Kids Club 10:00 am | Worship & Children's Sunday School Evening Youth Activities

Learn more at NewHopeWorship.org and follow us online.

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Staff & Mission OUR MISSION | REACH people for Christ.

ROOT people in Christ.

And RELEASE people to serve Christ.

Staff Directory Rev. Sarah Palsma Co-Pastor Palsma@newhopeworship.com 614-766-5445x115

Rev. Dr. Chris Jacobsen Co-Pastor Jacobsen@newhopeworship.com 614-766-5445x116

Rob Chappell Church Administrator Administrator@newhopeworship.com 614-766-5445x126

Amy Hinton Office Administrator Office@newhopeworship.com 614-766-5445

Rachel Warren Children's Ministry Director Warren@newhopeworship.com NewHopeWorship.org/Children

Emily Dean Communications Manager Dean@newhopeworship.com

Emma Vander Stoep Children's Ministry Program Coordinator VanderStoep@newhopeworship.com Malcolm James Youth Ministry Director James@newhopeworship.com NewHopeWorship.org/Youth Suzie Stalter New Hope Preschool Director Stalter@newhopepreschool.com NewHopePreschool.com 614-766-2446

Christine Loy Music Ministry Director Loy@newhopeworship.com NewHopeWorship.org/Music Michael McGee Tech/Media Ministry Tech@newhopeworship.com Richie Gregory Organist & Music Associate RichieGregory@newhopeworship.com

New Beginnings Pastor Chris Jacobsen & Pastor Sarah Palsma

"The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ."

-Mark 1:1 The season of fall is a time for new beginnings: a new school year starts, a new season of football commences, a new promise to yourself to get back into a routine after the relaxed schedule of summer; the list goes on. What new beginning does God have in store for you?

Any time we open up the Bible and dwell in God’s word, it is an opportunity for a new beginning. Jesus ushers in new life with his presence and reminds us that each morning brings new mercies in the long legacy of God’s faithfulness. We are excited about a new beginning for New Hope Church this fall as we dwell in the first half of the Gospel of Mark together. This is the shortest and earliest written gospel. Mark’s Gospel is passionate and concise. There’s an urgency to the telling of Jesus’ movement and actions. The words burst forth from the page in a declarative announcement: Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is here, the kingdom of God is near, and Jesus is on the move!

The good news of Jesus Christ is a clarion call to action for the people of God. There’s no time to wait! If Jesus is on the move, we’d better get going and follow where he leads. The Scottish hymn writer John Bell wrote a song years ago called "The Summons.” The text of the hymn reads as questions from Jesus to those who might be willing to follow him: Will you come and follow me if I but call your name?

Will you go where you don’t know and never be the same?

Will you let my love be shown, will you let my name be known, will you let my life be grown in you and you in me?

Will you? These are significant questions for us as the church to answer. There are people who need to hear this message or rediscover the truth of God’s amazing love in the person of Jesus Christ. Perhaps, even you? Whatever your “new beginning” is this fall, we hope and pray it will be grounded in and guided by the Spirit of Christ.

May we all answer the call when Jesus says, “Let’s go!”

Fall Worship at new hope What does Sunday morning look like beginning on September 10?

9:00 am - Discipleship Hour & Kids Club 10:00 am - Worship & Children’s Sunday School The Nursery is open during the Discipleship Hour at 9:00 am and Worship at 10:00 am.

What is happening during the 9:00 am Discipleship Hour?

Adults are invited to join a discipleship class designed for them to fellowship and grow in their faith. Starting on September 10th, Shawn and Caitlin Barrett will be leading a discussion series for parents of children and youth, Mark Dutton will be leading a class focused on the prophecies of Isaiah, and Pastor Chris and Pastor Sarah invite anyone who desires to learn more about New Hope to join them for coffee and conversation. Then in October, Debra Freathy will begin a class on C.S. Lewis’ “The Screwtape Letters,” and Tom Heuer will begin a class on Christian Mentoring. The coffee will be brewed, and we strongly encourage you to take this time as the Apostle Paul says, to let the word of Christ dwell in you richly (Col. 3:16) .

Youth (Middle School through High School) are encouraged to attend Sunday School with their Youth Director, Malcolm. This is a time for conversation and biblical discussion as Malcolm leads the youth through a series on key Old Testament leaders: Moses, David, and Daniel.

Children (Preschool through 5th Grade) have a new and exciting opportunity to attend Kids Club at 9:00 am!

What is Kids Club?

Think Youth Group but for kids! This is a time for kids (Preschool through 5th grade) to wiggle, worship, and wonder. Each week in Kids Club, your child will be dropped off in the Fellowship Hall to worship music and Godly play. During Kids Club, kids will gather for a Bible lesson where they will get to discuss and wonder who Jesus is and how they are being called to be His followers. Along with the Bible lesson, there will be reflection time, activities, fellowship, and prayer. Some weeks there will be a donut celebration, kids' music rehearsals, and other special opportunities. Parents/guardians are encouraged to pick their children up at 9:50 am from the Fellowship Hall and make their way to the Sanctuary for worship at 10:00 am. Please check your child in with their safety sticker as soon as you enter the building. Check-in stations are at the Preschool Door Entrance, Nursery Welcome Center, and near the Sanctuary doors.

What is available for Children during Worship?

Children are always welcome to be in the Sanctuary for the entire worship service. We also have two overflow rooms (The Wiggle Room and Cry Room) designed for families to worship together. Children will begin worship in the Sanctuary with everyone and have the opportunity to attend Sunday School. After the Children’s Message, the kids will be released to attend Sunday School for the remainder of the worship time.

Parents will pick up their children from their Sunday School class following worship.

Please check your child in with their safety sticker as soon as you enter the building. *Please see our Children's Ministry article for more details on classrooms.

Bethel Class

Adult Ministry Starting on September 10 at 9:00 am, join us for the Discipleship Hour before worship. Choose from The Book of Isaiah: Judgment and Comfort with Mark Dutton, A Class for Parents with Shawn and Caitlin Barrett, or Coffee Time with the Pastors to learn more about New Hope. Christian Mentoring with Tom Heuer and C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters with Debra Freathy is coming in October.

Band of Brothers is our Men's Bible Study led by Pastor Chris. This group will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm beginning on Sept. 13. Contact Pastor Chris for more details.

Join Pastor Sarah for the fall Women's Bible Study "When You Pray."

Prayer is a gift - an invitation to talk with God. But prayer can also be a challenge. Thankfully, we encounter many voices in God's word who teach us how to pray. // Wednesdays 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm beginning on Sept. 13.

Childcare is available. Sign up at newhopeworship.org/adults

We continue our mental health discussions on Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 7:00 pm with "Mental Health and Technology." Mental health that is influenced by technology is changing the narrative not only for children and teens but for young adults and adults as well. Delaware Country Prosecuting Attorney Melissa A. Schiffel will lead an internet safety discussion that will focus on "best practices" for parents and adults. This is an adult-only conversation; therefore, childcare will be available. Sign up to attend at newhopeworship.com/adults.

Please continue to check the website throughout the fall for upcoming talks, further engagement with Faith and Mental Health, and details regarding Adult Education at newhopeworship.org/adults.

Outreach Ministry Thank you for supporting "Let's Flamingle for a Cure!" Because of your generosity, we raised over $110,000 toward Rett Syndrome research. On behalf of our New Hope families, and all families battling Rett, THANK YOU - your support means the world to us!

Fall Outreach Opportunities:

The Outreach Team meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. You are welcome to attend!

We'd love to hear about any and all service opportunities you are passionate about.

Contact Pastor Sarah for more information.

October

November

December

Coats for Children

Harvest of Hope

Children's Services

Dublin Food Pantry

Christmas Gifts

Delaware County

The House of the Lord Rob Chappell, Church Administrator What a change a month can make! In just 3 weeks, nearly all of the church interior was repainted, our dated and worn carpet in the narthex and all halls was replaced, a new ADA-friendly playground was installed, and the garden club began the process of updating the parking lot islands. Only by the grace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the generous gifts of the congregation, and the support of the deacons & staff were all these updates able to be completed. We were blessed with amazing contractors that worked meticulously and tirelessly to complete all these projects on time and with the greatest attention to detail. It is so exciting to see how much fresh paint and new carpet can make entering the church so bright and welcoming.

If you were present at the July 23rd service, we shared a joyous and spirit-led experience of writing our prayers, blessings, and favorite Bible verses on the concrete floor before it was once again covered with carpet. No doubt, these blessings, and prayers will continue to strengthen and guide this house of the Lord and all those who enter it every day for many years to come.

The new playground, which was funded and planned by New Hope Preschool, will now have a solid rubber surface. This new surface and play equipment will be much more accommodating for children with special needs, all while being cleaner and safer for all our little ones.

Children's Ministry Rachel Warren, NewHopeworship.org/children

VBS: This summer, we had 220 kids attend our annual Vacation Bible School! We learned how to SHINE JESUS’ LIGHT even when life feels dark, when people don’t get along, when good things happen, when people are sad, and when people need help! Thanks to the 100 volunteers who served throughout the week, we were able to launch kids on a cosmic quest where they had a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. The kids also worked so hard raising money to support the Cardinals team from Miracle League and our sponsored child, Santiago, from Compassion International! They crushed the $1,000 goal bringing in $1,487.80 for our missions!

What an incredible week!

We’re already looking forward to next summer when we will dive into friendship with God! Mark your calendars for SCUBA VBS at New Hope Church… June 17-21, 2024!

Bookbag Blessing: On August 13th, we prayed over students, teachers, and their bookbags as they headed back to school! We continue to pray for a year full of learning, growth, and safety. Children were given a keychain for their bookbag, and there are extras in the Narthex if your child didn’t receive one!

We are looking forward to an exciting Program Year in Children’s Ministry! We believe that ministry to every child is significant, and we encourage you to get involved! The Children’s Ministry Team would love to talk to you about opportunities to walk alongside New Hope’s youngest disciples.

Sunday Mornings: Starting on September 10th, preschool through 5th graders will attend Kids Club during the 9:00 am Discipleship Hour. Kids Club is a time to wiggle, worship, and wonder. Each week in Kids Club, your child will be dropped off in the Fellowship Hall to worship music and Godly play. Kids will gather for a Bible lesson, reflection time, activities, fellowship, and prayer. Some weeks there will be a donut celebration, kids' music rehearsals, and other special opportunities. Parents/guardians are encouraged to pick their children up at 9:50 am from the Fellowship Hall and make their way to the Sanctuary for worship at 10:00 am. Families start together in the Sanctuary, and then children will be released to Sunday School after the Children’s message with the Pastors. Children are broken into age-appropriate groups and are guided on a foundational, Jesus-centered journey through God’s story of love. Children should be picked up in their assigned rooms after worship.

Purple Room Preschool/ Pre-K

Blue Room

Kindergarten -1st Grade

Orange Room Yellow Room 2nd/3rd Grade

4th/5th Grade

Child Check-In: If you aren’t already using our check-in system on Sunday mornings, please scan the QR code and fill out the form. Your family information will then be available using the check-in tablets to print Child Safety Stickers.

Club 45 is New Hope’s Service Group for 4th and 5th graders! Students learn the importance of service while acting as Christ’s hands and feet.

Club 45 participates in various outreach projects once a month from September through May! Save the date: Club 45 will head to Marmon Valley on Sunday, October 15th! To register your child for the 2023/2024 program year, please scan the QR code!

Kids WOW

Kids WOW (Worship on Wednesday): Kindergarten through 5th graders are invited to join us on Wednesday evenings for Kids WOW! We will have dinner, games, crafts, and Bible Time each week! Kids WOW meets 5:30-7:30 pm from November 1st - December 6th. Registration will open in late September!

Emma Vander Stoep, Children's Ministry .Coordinator Team EveryBuddy is New Hope's Special Needs Inclusion Ministry. Throughout the summer, we have supported children in many different Children's Ministry events. Our Buddies have helped our littlest disciples attend and engage in VBS alongside over 200 of their peers. Each Sunday, we have buddies paired with kids so that they can attend Children's Church. Our Buddies also made generous donations to the Let's Flamingle For a Cure Fundraiser, which raised money for the Rett Syndrome Research Trust. Thank you to our team of compassionate and loving Buddies who allow our children of all abilities to participate in all that New Hope has to offer our youngest believers.

This fall, we look forward to growing our team of buddies as well as identifying more kids we can support through our buddy program. We are excited to see all of God's children learn more about Him through programs like Sunday School and Kid's WOW. Team EveryBuddy is there to support kids of all abilities alongside their peers.

If you have a child who would benefit from attending Children's Ministry programs with an experienced buddy or if you would like to volunteer to be a Buddy, please see New Hope's website or contact Emma Vander Stoep (VanderStoep@newhopeworship.com) for more information.

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Children’s Ministry is hosting a Family Campout!

Join us in the backyard of New Hope Church on Friday, October 6, any time after 6:00 pm.

This is a fun fellowship event for the whole family! Please eat dinner before you arrive. We will have s’mores for a campfire treat, and in the morning, we’ll enjoy donuts as we pack up to head home. Please bring your own tent, bedding, camp chairs, and a snack to share with the group!

Please RSVP so we can be sure to have enough s’mores supplies and donuts!

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Youth Ministry Malcolm James, NewHopeworship.org/Youth It feels so good to finally be a part of the New Hope family. This year is going to be filled with fun, food, laughs, and growth. What is our relationship with God? How are we changed after our Christ experience? What are we struggling with? These are just some of the questions we are going to try to answer this year. Diving deep into scripture and applying it to life will be a driving force behind our Youth Group journey. Don’t worry: it’s not all Bible verses and soulsearching questions! I’m a huge believer in rest and relaxation. Being able to unplug from the world around us and getting back to having real conversations with each other and creating a true Youth Community. We’ve got some exciting things on our calendar for this fall.

Sunday school SEPTEMBER 10

MS & HS Sundays at 9:00 am

Fundraising Dinner NOVEMBER 4 for Mission Trip

Launch Party

R&R Hangouts

SEPTEMBER 17

SEPTEMBER 20

MS: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm HS: 6:30 pm -7:45 pm

Wednesdays from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Potluck NOVEMBER 22 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Music Ministry Christine Loy, Newhopeworship.org/music We spent a wonderful evening in praise and worship in August with a relaxed Acoustic Worship Night in the Fellowship Pavillion. It was a great way to bring summer to a close with our church family. We look forward to our next evening of worship and prayer this fall - Stay tuned for more details!

We are excited to share that our Music Ministry is expanding! We want to invite you to be a part of this team. Our core values are: 1: The praise goes to Jesus!

2: We are all in it together

3. Communication is strength

4. God deserves our best

Band Members

We have openings for proficient Drummers, Electric Guitar, Acoustic & Bass players who desire to put Jesus first and excellent music second! An audition is required, but we will mentor you! *

singers

We have openings for all kinds of wonderful singers too! All Worship team leaders spend time in our Worship Choir and are chosen by audition and exemplary leadership! *

*Must have a heart to serve. *Must be available 1-2 Sundays a month, with mid-week (Thursday) rehearsal included. *Must be flexible and fun. *Must love Jesus.

We're Praying you IN - We hope you'll just say YES!

The Worship Choir will be settling into a new schedule this fall. If you have ever wanted to sing but always thought it was too big of a commitment, you will be happy to hear that we will be only singing twice each month this Fall. Pick and choose the Sundays you are able to join us in the loft so the level of participation works for your schedule. We have 15 openings this fall; you are welcome to check out a rehearsal on Thursdays at 7:00 pm.

It's hard to believe, but rehearsals for Christmas will begin in October. Save the date for the Christmas Cantata Sunday, December 17th. This year, we plan to include children, youth, and adults to create a multi-generational cantata service.

It is our complete pleasure to worship the Lord first and foremost and experience life together in the Music Ministry. Ask anyone who is involved - it is often the best part of their day! Many churches have music, but there is no other community with THIS Music Ministry which I am so grateful to be a part of. Join us! As always, please email or text Christine Loy, Director of Music Ministry at loy@newhopeworship.com with any questions or to get more information!

media Ministry with Michael McGee

Did you know we now have over 1000 followers (and almost 1000 likes) on Facebook and almost 400 subscribers on YouTube? In the past year, the Media Team has been instrumental in building our online presence with viewers checking in worldwide! But we need help to continue to reach those who need to hear the good news.

The Media Ministry Team can be seen in the back of the Sanctuary every Sunday morning as they assist with Audio, Visual, Social Media, and overall in-person and live-stream production help for Sunday morning services. This is a vital ministry as it helps share the Gospel worldwide!

If you are good with computers, video, media, and audio, you will make a great media ministry team member - and all training will be provided. Contact Michael for more information at tech@newhopeworship.com.

New Hope Preschool & Education Center Suzie Stalter, newhopepreschool.com Summer was full of laughter and learning as we hosted a variety of camp programs for children, and the staff was busy planning for an exciting 2023-2024 school year.

We are especially thrilled to have funded and installed the new playground for our students and New Hope's children's ministry program to enjoy throughout the year. The new playground allows more inclusive play. The main play set has three different slides, a rock climbing surface, climbing cubes, a steering wheel, and a music board. In addition, there is a stand-alone unity rocker, activity board, and play cube for enjoyment alongside the play set. The ground is now a poured-in-place surface providing a clean, attractive appearance and a safe fall zone for the space. We look forward to the children returning to school to enjoy this blessing.

We also look forward to our Parent Orientation meeting and playdates during the last week of August and the first day of school on September 5th! We have over 200 children enrolled in our program attending Preschool, Kindergarten, or Kindergarten Enrichment. We have several openings in our 3’s classes and will continue to enroll even after the school year begins. Most of our other classes are full, which is a testament to our exceptional program and staff.

New Hope Church 4739 W. Powell Road Powell, OH 43065

Town Hall Meeting Sunday, October 1 at 11 am