What You Believe
Has anyone ever asked you about what you believe? Very often what we believe influences how we react, respond, and even exercise our right to vote. The context could be any number of different topics ranging from politics to parenting; from human rights to religion.? ?Some would say that they believe in a higher power, […]
God Was With Me All Along
I grew up in the church; served as an altar boy and tried to keep the balance sheet on the good side so that God would not punish me. At age 13 I prayed to God to stop my alcoholic father from killing himself, only to find him dead the next day. I decided that […]
Sunday Funday For Families
When people say fun for the whole family, some might think that means a sunny, tropical, or warm vacation. Which does sound nice but there is plenty of Sunday Funday family activities?to check off your winter bucket list right here in Rochester NY. From making snow angels to going on a special woodland adventure, have […]
What Hope Preschool Means To Me
The families that attend Hope Church are so special to us. Caring, growing and being able to help teach their?kids that Jesus loves them brings such joy! Here is Kristy’s story: What was it that initially brought you to Hope Church? My husband and I were attending a church he grew up in, but there […]
Volunteering With Operation Christmas Child
After years of volunteering with Operation Christmas Child, Joel Slesak wondered about one thing. Do shoebox distributions really happen the way the videos show? Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child, a project of the international relief organization, Samaritan?s Purse, has sent more than 157 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 150 countries and territories. […]
Light in the Midst of Darkness
This life we live can have ups and downs. During those dark times, there is always hope. God is always there for us whether we feel it or not. One day the apostle Paul found himself in a very dark place. ?He was in chains, imprisoned for sharing the truth of Jesus, and yet, he […]
God Rescues.
Years ago, a car was stolen in California. Police were staging an intense search for the vehicle and the driver, even to the point of placing announcements on local radio stations to contact the thief. On the front seat of the stolen car sat a box of crackers that, unknown?to the thief, were laced with […]
Not Perfect, Just Forgiven
With the power and love of the Gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ, the people of Hope: gather in worship, grow in love for God and all people, give in service, and go sharing the hope of Jesus?with a world in need of hope. In a time when we feel blessed to be part […]
Parks In Our Community
There are many wonderful places in our community! Being immersed in the nature around us is nothing short of breathtaking. Enjoying the beauty?around us should be part of our everyday life. We’re here to show you all about some of the parks in our community. Cobb’s Hill Park Located in the city of Rochester, with […]
Lazy Days of Summer
Summer is just around the corner and it occurs to me that God never goes on vacation. ?He never shuts down the shop of creation and goes fishing. No sleep or slumber for Him. (Psalm 121:4)? Morning, noon and night He?s watching (Psalm 33:14), He?s counting every tear we?ve cried (Psalm 56:8) and He?s making […]
