Posts from February 2017

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Trivia Night – Friday, March 31

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Sign-up for Trivia Night 2017 When:  Friday, March 31 What:   Fellowship 6 pm, Trivia begins at 7 pm How:    Signup sheets will be posted in February Who:    Teams of 8, $10 per person If you don’t have a full team, sign up and we’ll place you on a team Sign-up sheet is in the main entryway   […]

Ashes – to – Go

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

On Ash Wednesday, March 1, Pastor Mary Beth will be offering ashes – to – go in the main entryway of Hope United Church of Christ.  From 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. she will be there offering the gift of ashes to those who want to participate in this deep, timeless spiritual observance.  She will also […]

Mardi Gras Sunday – February 26

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

The table is decorated and the beads are ready. Come join us at Hope United Church of Christ (150 9th Avenue, Hiawatha, IA) on Sunday, February 26, for Mardi Gras Sunday. We will have a six piece jazz group with us to provide music for the morning. Our Sunday School begins at 9:00 a.m. followed […]

Sunday, February 19 ~ Come Join Us!

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

It is recorded that Jesus said to love our enemies and to pray for them. No walls. Come join us at Hope United Church of Christ as we explore the story where Jesus invites us to come together not only with our friends, but with our enemies as well.   Sunday School for our youth […]

Honoring Greg Sohl

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Greg Sohl to Be Honored on Sunday, March 5 After nearly twenty years as the Choir Director, Greg Sohl has made the decision to step away from this position.  We want to honor and celebrate his time of service with us through a monetary gift and recognition of his gifts.  Please sign the poster in […]

Mardi Gras Sunday – February 26

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Mardi Gras Sunday – February 26 One again we will be celebrating Mardi Gras Sunday at Hope United Church prior to the beginning of the Lenten season.  Al Naylor and a group of musicians will be joining us to offer their gifts of music and song as we have fun with beads and make merry […]

Girl Scout Cookie Sale – Sunday, February 19

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Girl Scout Cookie Sale ~ Sunday, February 19 Did you know that the Cookie Sale program is the largest girl-led business in the world! When girls participate in the Girl Scout Cookie Program, they develop the important life skills of goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills, and business ethics. When you purchase those […]

Come One, Come All

by Pastor Mary Beth Hartenstein

Before the start of the big game, with all of its festivities, come and celebrate being a part of a community where no matter what team you are cheering for, you are welcomed here.  Hope United Church of Christ is having our learning hour for children (Sunday School) beginning at 9:00 a.m.  We also have […]