New Hope Global Methodist Church
Order of Worship
Summer Garden Service
Welcome/Announcements: Pastor Wayne
Hymns: This is the Day & What A Friend We Have in Jesus Tim Hansen, Wally & Rachel
CALL TO WORSHIP Pastor Wayne
Leader: No matter how far we wander from you, O God,
People:your steadfast love finds us.
Leader: No matter how unjust the world seems to us, O God,
People:your steadfast righteousness sustains us.
Leader: No matter how vulnerable our lives seem to us, O God,
People:your steadfast presence gives us hope.
Leader: No matter how unloved and uncared for we feel, O God,
People:you hear our cries and answer our prayers. Thanks be to God!
Opening Prayer: Pastor Wayne
Bible Campfire Songs: Tim Hansen, Wally& Rachel
Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Offertory Tim Hansen
Special Music: Free Worship
Scripture Reading: Acts 8:25-40 Wally Ewing Sermon: The Word Brings Life Pastor Wayne
Hymn: God Be With You Till We Meet Again
Benediction:
Prayer Requests
Prayers for Pat Leiter and family with the passing of her mom, Mavis Hadder.
Prayers for Mickey Dargitz.
Prayers for Dulcie who is back in the hospital.
Prayers for VBS and the children and the luncheon on Aug. 9th for all ladies.
Prayers for a friend with possible cancer, awaiting test results.
Prayers for the flood victims inTexas.
Continued prayers for Cheri Chapin’s parents Keith and Jean Holmes.
Prayers and healing for Joe and Judy’s son Heath.
Prayers for George Rodriguez who has been diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer. Prayers for his wife and family.
Prayers for success on Mike’s chemo Wednesday.
Continued prayers for Greg W. in Hospice, Chase R. for speech, Goldie Martin and Joyce Porter for health issues,and Terry Reed for healing.
Prayers for Jack Stickler for healing.
Prayers for a nephew who is undergoing tests for cancer.
Prayers for all those who are shut-in.
Prayers for New Hope’s family and long term covid victims.
Praise God and Pray!
Praise God for this beautiful day and life.
What’s Happening at New Hope
Lift High the Cross Summer Luncheon
LADIES– Please remember to SIGN – UP in the Narthex for Lift High the Cross Summer Luncheon. The luncheon will be served by WSCS. We ask only for your presence. This will be Aug. 9thfrom 10-12. The speaker will be Mecosta County Sheriff Brian Miller. A free will offering will be taken. Proceeds will go to the Victims Service Unit.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
The American Red Cross Blood Drive will be in the gym at New Hope Church this Friday, July 25, from 11:00 am to 4:45 pm. For an appointment visit Red Cross Blood.org and enter sponsor code: New Hope or your zip code or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Of course, they will take walk-ins, too. If you have any questions, contact Bev Rothenberger at 317-413-7491. Thank you!
The Hoppers in Concert at New Hope Church
The Hoppers will be in concert on Sunday, July 27 at 4 pm. Doors will open at 3 pm. The Hoppers unique blend of harmonies and song choices have created a legacy of musical excellence embraced by leading pastors and event organizers. Known as America’s Favorite Family of Gospel Music, they are favorites on the Gaither Homecoming videos and tours, and their recordings frequently land at the top of the BILLBOARD sales charts and The Singing News radio charts. Mike Hopper,the youngest son, has come off the road to care for his parents, Connie and Claude Hopper. As a result, with Claude and Connie’s blessings, Dean and Kim Hopper, along with their daughter Karlye, have moved forward as the latest configuration of The Hoppers. They are continuing the family’s long legacy as one of the prominent families of Gospel Music. Tickets will be on sale at the Welcome Center on Sundays before and after the service. Tickets are $20 in advance and $24 the day of the concert. For questions, call Greg/Laura at231-972-7000.
Memorial Service for Gary Berg
Services for Gary Berg will be held Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at New Hope GMC. Visitation will be at 10 AM and the service will begin at 11 AM with a luncheon to follow.
Services for Mavis Hadder
There will be a viewing for Mavis Hadder at Janowicz Funeral Home Monday, July 21,2025 from 4-6 PM. The Memorial Service will be Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM with a luncheon to follow at New Hope GMC.
Volunteers Needed
We are in need of volunteers in some areas of the church. We need people to sign up to be Sunday morning greeters, coffee hour hosts/hostesses. Please consider volunteering. Many hands make light work!
7/13 Worship Stewardship Report
Tithes& Gifts - General - $ 4,540.00
Maintenance Reserve - $ 230.00
Plate- $ 56.00
Attendance:83
Light the Church – “Letting Your Light Shine”
(Matthew 5:16)[The cost of lighting New Hope is approximately $85 per week. To participate, giving in honor, Memory,or celebration, please indicate on your giving envelope or check that it is for“Light the Church” and for which Sunday.]
THIS WEEK
Monday: 6:30PM Pray and Go Bible Study
Wednesday: 3 PM Men’s Bible Study
5:30 PM Cookout and Campfire
Thursday: 9:00 AM Darts
3:30 PM Church Council Meeting
Friday: 11 AM – 4:45 PM Red Cross Blood Drive
Saturday: 9:00 AM Darts
Sunday: 9:45 AM Worship Service
4:00 PM The Hoppers Concert
Office Phone: 231-972-2838
Office Email: newhope.mecosta@gmail.com
Website: www.new-hope-church.org
Pastor’s Cell: 231-330-8521
Pastor’s Email: pastorwayne.newhope@gmail.com
