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Mission Moments

July, 2019 I Monthly Newsletter of Hope Lutheran Church I Wake Forest, NC

Life is Wild ~ God is Good! Hope’s Vacation Bible School was June 17-21 and hosted 652 children during the daytime & evening sessions.

This year’s Vacation Bible School was ROAR: Life Is Wild ~ God is Good! The main theme carried throughout the week was how God is good in all things and is there for us always. The kids experienced African-themed music and crafts such as making drums, necklaces, and lions to name a few. Most of the week was spent learning about the Israelites and how God has rescued them, been good to them, been there for them, even during hard and sad times. The lessons came together at the end of the week when the campers learned how God is with them by giving us Jesus to be our ultimate sacrifice and to rescue us from the sin of this world.

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Contact Information

Hope Lutheran Church 3525 Rogers Road

Wake Forest, NC 27587 919-554-8109, phone

919-453-0312, fax

Preschool 919-453-0388, phone

919-453-0319, fax

Xplore Track Out & Little Blessings

919-229-0196

Summer Worship Services

Saturday at 5:30PM Sunday at 8:30AM & 11:00AM

The Family Service (11:00AM) will take a short break during the summer. There’ll be one

service on July 21 and resume weekly Family services on

August 25.

Nursery and Children’s Church provided at all services

Sunday

Christian

Education 9:45-10:45AM

Sunday School for

ages 3 – grade 12

Adult Bible Studies

The people of Hope Lutheran Church proclaim and live the Word and love of Christ. Mission Statement

2019-2020 Ministry Leadership Team The members of Hope Lutheran Church gathered at the Congregational Assembly on June 23 and selected the 2019-2020 Ministry Leadership Team. New persons selected include: Andy Barrett, Mike Dennen, Rob Niesel, and Jill Schaefer. Selected to serve an additional one-year term are: Eric Arner, Megan Baldwin, Sarah Crawford, David Critchley, Michelle Hellman, Bill Jay, Maurice Samuels, and Emily Smathers. The congregation expressed thanks for the following MLT members completing their service: Jonathan Habers, Craig Helmers, Peter Muller, and Rik Rasmussen.

Stephen Ministry Training Class Stephen Ministers are members of our congregation who provide a one-to-one caring, confidential ministry to people experiencing grief, divorce, loneliness, job loss, hospitalization, and many other life difficulties. This ministry has been helping people at Hope for 20 years. This fall a new training class for Stephen Ministers will begin. If you have a caring heart and one hour per week to spend with someone going through one of life's difficulties, then Stephen Ministry may be for you! Questions? Contact either Jerry Garlington at 850-376-0488 or Andy Barrett at 919-349-5599.

Staff Milestones With thanksgiving to God, we celebrate the following members of Hope’s ministry staff, and their years of faithful, dedicated service.

Service at Hope Joe Walters, Praise Team Leader – 15 years Sara Cutler, Preschool Assistant Director – 5 years Steve Ebberts, Facilities Manager – 5 years Kelly Friend, Xplore Trackout Curriculum Developer – 5 years Natasha Hoyle, Xplore Trackout Teacher – 5 years Rob Varner, Organist & Choir Director – 5 years

Service in the Holy Ministry Pastor Wayne Puls, Senior Pastor – 35 years “I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.” Philippians 1:3

Pictured is the 2018-2019 MLT

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Hammer of Hope Award

Congratulations to Ellen Richardson, who was presented with the “Hammer of Hope” award for volunteer service on June 30. Each year the MLT of our congregation honors one of Hope’s dedicated servant volunteers. We are truly thankful for each and every member of our congregation who participates in our Christ-centered ministries here at Hope!

Employment Opportunity & Goodbye Hope is seeking to hire a day-time, part-time Receptionist/Office Assistant. Carlin O’Brien has served faithfully in this position for several years, and will be sorely missed as she moves on to a Real Estate Broker for her family’s company, Oak City Properties.

If you are interested in applying, please send a resume to Pastor Wayne Puls (wpuls@hopelutheranwf.org) as soon as possible.

National Youth Gathering 2019 Every three years, the high school youth of our church have the chance to participate in the National Youth Gathering of our church denomination, the LCMS. This year, we are sending 52 of Hope’s youth & adult leaders to this wonderful event from July 11 - 15.

The National Youth Gathering is so much more than a vacation, it’s a chance to grow & stretch their faith perspectives. Please pray for our Youth and Leaders as they travel to Minnesota to participate. There will be special commissioning service at the 11:00AM service on July 7, 2019. Thank you for supporting our youth as they prepare for this life-changing event!

Thank You from the Scott Family! To say that my family and I are grateful for the time that we got to spend with all of you over the last year is a giant understatement, to say the least. Our year at Hope was spent with so many opportunities to see the love of Christ shine in each of you and leaving was especially difficult for us.

On our way back to St. Louis, I asked a close friend of mine at the seminary if it’s normal to feel this sad when you leave a congregation. His response really stuck with me. What he said was that love hurts. If you love your people, leaving them is going to hurt. I can honestly say that over the last year, you’ve shown my family and I love time and time again. And through your example, I’ve learned what Christ-like love looks like. Hopefully, I’ve learned how to show that kind of love through my time with you.

The Scotts grew during our time with you. There’s no doubt about it. We grew in faith, and in love towards Christ, one another, and all of you. And we aren’t great at goodbyes either, which makes something like this especially hard to write. So instead, I just want to say thank you. For everything you taught us as a family, and me personally as your vicar, thank you. For your Christ-like example, and dedication to service and mission, thank you. For each act of generosity, for the laughs and tears that we shared together, for each smile, hug, and handshake, thank you. We love you guys. In Christ, Kevin, Sam, and Bear Scott

COLOSSIANS Dates: July 7 –28 Location: Adult Education floor, room 301 Leader: Luke Tew Colossians is one of the most thoroughly Christ-centered books in the Bible. Writing with stylistic flair, Paul captures the essence of the Savior, celebrating Him as the object of the believer’s faith, the image of the invisible God, the head of the Church, the unifier and reconciler of all things, and the true pattern for the life of Christian faith. During the month of July, you are invited to explore the brilliance of Colossians!

July Adult Education Sunday Mornings; 9:45-10:45AM Every Sunday morning there are opportunities for adults to grow in the Word of God - visitors are always welcome!

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Outreach & Mission Opportunities Missions of Hope Golf Tournament Fundraiser Scramble Tournament or ‘Best Ball’ at Heritage Golf Club August 19, 2019 at 9:00AM, registration begins at 8:45AM. Cost is $100/player and includes fees, cart, bucket of practice balls, lunch, prizes, including a $10,000 Hole-In-One prize! Register online at www.hopelutheranwf.org/golf Hope's annual Missions of Hope Golf fundraiser is open for registration to golfers and sponsors. Hope Lutheran Church, is an outward-focused congregation, with many exciting outreach and mission programs that impact our community with Christ's love. The proceeds help support Mission Trip team costs, donations to disaster and recovery efforts, as well as local Hope outreach ministries. Hope’s reach extends from Wake Forest to as far away as Puerto Rico, Guatemala, Thailand and Madagascar. How can you participate? Play in the tournament or be a business sponsor. You can register

online at www.hopelutheranwf.org/golf Not into golf but you would like to support Missions of Hope? Promote

the fundraiser to other golfers or your favorite local business Make a donation to Missions of Hope

Questions? Visit www.hopelutheranwf.org/golf or email Missionsofhopegolf@gmail.com.

Brown Bag Ministry With the lazy dog days of summer

approaching, Brown Bag Ministries has some opportunities for families or small groups to serve others. Please consider the following ways to be a blessing to

local children and their families:

Families, or groups involving 6-8 volunteers, can attend an event

together to assemble and distribute 200 lunches on either August 3 or

September 7, from 11:00AM to 12:30PM. Registration is needed for this larger group by contacting Debbie Irgens at

dlirgens@earthlink.net.

Individuals or families can attend either Brown Bag events of July 20 or August

17. Registration can be noted at https://tinyurl.com/y3zb5x6u.

Design Bible verse cards or add a verse

to brown paper lunch bags. These verses touch the spirit of the child as

well as a parent who receive the lunch. They can be dropped off in the wooden

donation bins in the hallway, marked Brown Bag Ministries.

Questions? Contact Debbie Irgens at

dlirgens@earthlink.net.

Please consider donating your gently used clothing and small housewares to the

August HopeChest event. This ministry offers free clothing and housewares,

donated by the people of Hope, to those in need in Wake Forest and surrounding

communities.

Donations are accepted before/after the weekend services or during the week

from 8AM-5PM. Volunteers are needed to help sort clothing on August 22 & 23

starting at 9AM.

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Men of Hope The Men of Hope is for any man

who wishes to grow through devotion, fellowship, and service

at Hope Lutheran Church. Breakfast meetings are held once a month on Saturday mornings. The next meeting is Saturday, July 13 at 8:00AM. Questions?

Contact Jerry Garlington, garlingj@hotmail.com.

Trivia Night Calling all trivia buffs! Come

gather at Real McCoy’s for trivia night every 4th Thursday (July 25) from 7-8:30PM. The team needs

knowledge of music, sports, geography, movies, and more. Come for the trivia, stay for the

wings. Last month our team place 2nd place overall. Text or call DCE Wesley Spottiswood to RSVP at

818-642-7570.

Small Group Ministry Pinochle Group July 1 & July 15 at 1:00PM at Hope

Contact Peggy Koehler at 919-231-9563 or Jan Hubbard at 919-850-2542 if you plan to play. All skill levels welcome!

Bridge Group July 8 & July 22 at 1:00PM. If you plan to come, contact Pam Jay at pjay0826@gmail.com.

PrimeTimer Event Join the group at Raleigh Little Theatre to see the musical comedy, “A Gentleman’s Guide To Love and Murder” on August 18 at 3:00PM. After the performance, the group will go to dinner. To ensure that we get tickets for that performance, please RSVP to Paul & Rene Hieter at 919-562-3775 or phieter@nc.rr.com by July 15.

I Am The Way (Walking The Greenway) – New Summer Time! There is a beautiful greenway just outside of Hope’s doors. Come walk along the path and partake in a devotion the 3rd Thursday of each month (July 18). Meet just before 10:00AM in the Prayer Garden, we will return by 11:00am. Questions? Contact DCE Wesley Spottiswood at wspottiswood@hopelutheranwf.org.

Men’s Ministry Bowling Event Brooks Street Bowl July 9 from 7:00-9:00PM All men (21 and over) are invited to come bowl and fellowship at Brooks Street in Wake Forest for “$2 Tuesday.” This means the cost is $2 for shoe rentals and $2 per game. Now the question is...can you spare some time for fun? Questions? Contact DCE Steve McCarthy at 919-554-8109.

Summer Expressions Summer Expressions, Hope’s half day and full day summer program for rising 2 year olds through rising Kindergarteners is underway and the children are having a great time! They are enjoying themed weeks such as A Trip to the Zoo, Barnyard Boogie and Going to the Fair.

Coming In the Mail… Additional Preschool Information will be sent out in late July to those families signed up for the Fall Program.

Open House Parent Open House for the fall will be in the evening on Monday, August 19. We will have a Meet the Teacher day on Tuesday, August 20, and all classes will start on Wednesday, August 21.

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9-12 Grades Sunday Night Youth Group Meets every Sunday from 6:30-8:00PM. Dive into various topics, play games, hang with friends. Snacks provided.

Sunday School Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45AM You’re invited to the Youth Center for Bible study, prayer, and discussions in his Word. This month the class is going through the book of John.

Open Youth Room July 1 @ Hope's Youth Center Open from 9:30AM-3:30PM Got the week off? Join us in the Youth Center for video games, basketball, board game tournament, & more! Bring money for a Sheetz run at 1:00PM. No need to register.

Annual Progressive Dinner July 21 from 6-9PM; Cost is $10

The night begins at the Youth Center

and we will travel across the menu and

Wake Forest playing games, hanging

out, swimming, and of course eating!

Who knows where we will explore!

This is also our senior send-off party so

do not miss out on this night. Register

online today!

7 & 8 Grades Wednesday Night Youth Group Meets every Wednesday from 6:30-7:30PM. Get ready to dive into a time of fun and growth every Wednesday night! We’ll meet in the Youth Center for an hour of games, friendship, and Bible study.

Sunday School Sunday mornings You’re invited to the Youth Center for Bible lessons & discussion with friends!

Heritage Firework Show July 3 @ Heritage High School Gates open at 5:30PM; free event Everyone is invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the festivities. As a sponsor, volunteers are needed to hand out Hope swag and wear costumes! Bring money for food. Text Wesley at 818-642-7570if you plan to help.

New Lion King Movie July 19 time TBD (between 3-6PM)

Cost is $13, sign up by July 8

Hakuna matata…it means no worries,

Hope youth has reserved seating for

opening night of the Lion King live

action. Bring extra money for snacks,

tickets will be given at the event.

Register online today!

5 & 6 Grades Tuesday Night Youth Group Begins June 4 from 6:30-7:30PM Every Tuesday during the summer (other than 7/2) come to Hope for fun. We’ll do something different every week: Dairy Depot runs, water fights, floor hockey and more! You won’t want to miss it.

Sunday School Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45AM in the Youth Center Bring your kids by to play games, create artistic masterpieces, make friends, and strengthen their relationship with God.

Pool Party! July 5 from 2:30-5:00PM at the Pallozzi house. Dive right into summer and make some waves at this awesome pool party. Bring your trunks, towel, sunscreen, and a snack to share. Register online today!

Family Night and Variety Show August 23 6:30-8:00PM What’s your wacky talent? Sing,

dancing, juggling, acrobatics, jokes,

and more will be on display during this

event. Mark your calendars and start

practicing! Parents and family are

invited to come watch. Sign ups (group

or solo) will be available at Sunday

School and Youth Group in July.

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Vacation Bible School - Thank You! New this year to VBS was Safari Surprise, which featured live animals, games, and a visit from former DCE Krista Young’s daughter, Grace. The Young family have been missionaries in Africa for the past few years. Grace was able to teach everyone cool things about Africa and the children really embraced the message every day that God is good! A huge thank you to all the volunteers both before and during VBS that made this week extra special for so many children. A special shout-out to the VBS Directors: Tonya Watt, Angie Meyer, Briana Evans, Lauren Habers, Amy Crenshaw, Wesley Spottiswood, Steve McCarthy, and Beth Agner. Also thank you to the Junior Directors: Emily Minor and Alexis Wood.

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Children’s Ministry at Hope Summer Sunday School Teachers are needed for grades preschool-4th grade during the summer to give the school year teachers a much needed break! Sunday Curriculum is provided to all teachers. Email Beth Agner at bagner@hopelutheranwf.org to volunteer.

Little Blessings Parents’ Morning Out Program Hope Lutheran offers a morning out program for children ages 0-2 years old. Registration is currently open for the 2019-2020 session, with spots still available. Children will learn social skills, participate in stories, crafts, and songs in a warm and safe nursery setting. Visit www.hopelutheranwf.org for session dates, pricing, and to register. Questions? Contact Erin Ames, Family Program Director, at eames@hopelutheranwf.org or 919-229-0196.

Special VBS-Themed Family Service July 21 at 11:00AM

Over 650 kids had a blast at Hope’s Vacation Bible School the week of June 17-21. Great news, for all who missed it:

The fun’s not over yet!

Hope’s Family Service is a casual worship service held in the Children’s Center beginning at 11:00AM and will focus

on the “ROAR-ing” fun of VBS. There’ll be singing and praise, preaching, and prayer for both kids and adults—all

centered in God’s gracious gifts through Christ Jesus our Lord. Don’t forget, when life is wild…God is good!

Currently, our Family Service is taking a summer timeout. We’ll be back in action for a special summer VBS-themed Family Service on July 21, and will resume weekly Family Services on August 25.

Track Out Camp Out (July 8-12)

Crazy Concoctions (July 15-19)

Soak Up the Sun (July 22-26)

Anything Can Happen (July 29-August 2)

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Happy Birthday Dave Lilienthal, 7/1

Robert Broughton, 7/2 Keith Cochran, 7/2

Sarah Crawford, 7/2 Lea Falk, 7/2

Nancy Hoh, 7/2 Meghan Kelley, 7/2 Bob Williams, 7/2 Zack Cochran, 7/3

Cullen Donnelly, 7/3 Emory Hamm, 7/3 Ava Lambert, 7/3

Malachi Nelson, 7/3 Dick Rogers, 7/3 Addie Taylor, 7/3 Reece Taylor, 7/3 Lucas Collins, 7/4

Susan DeVerna, 7/4 Chrissy Hederick, 7/4 Jennifer Owens, 7/4 Michelle Tracey, 7/4 Daniel Wright, 7/4

Gianna DeVerna, 7/5 Olivia Hitt, 7/5

Harry Hubbard, 7/5 Cade Lindberg, 7/5

Darlene McKenney, 7/5 Jackson Scherrer, 7/5

Sheila Bishop, 7/6 Mike Einzig, 7/6 Nicole Hall, 7/6

Jack Helmers, 7/6 Natalie Ismay, 7/6 Elaine Kruger, 7/6

Catherine Wright, 7/6 Margaret Carlson, 7/7

Lisa DeCiantis, 7/7 Christian Dotson, 7/7 Connie Hedberg, 7/7 Daphne Wagner, 7/7

Vickie Herring, 7/8 Derek Burns, 7/9

Ridgelyn Ellwanger, 7/9 Gerald Jomp, 7/9 Lizzie Leary, 7/9 Alia Mercer, 7/9

Kori Holley, 7/10 Susan Johanson, 7/10 Ava Marchetta, 7/10

Cle Neely, 7/10 Taylor Shope, 7/10 Nathan Ames, 7/11 Carter Gentry, 7/11

Nicholas Moran, 7/11 Ed Rathgeber, 7/11 Brian Raynor, 7/11 Becky Stokes, 7/11 Riley Blessing, 7/12

Ann Dora Bryant, 7/12 Gracelyn Frank, 7/12 Susan Hooper, 7/12 John Nugent, 7/12

Melissa Rebollar, 7/12 Kate Stevens, 7/12

Chris Ellis, 7/13 Sandy Janok, 7/13

Matt Neal, 7/13 Jean Noon, 7/13

Matthew Noon, 7/13 Baylie O’Neill, 7/13

Ronny Burman, 7/14 Haley Dotson, 7/14 Jim Marriott, 7/14 Kevin Sutton, 7/14 Bob Bishop, 7/15

Derrick Dreier, 7/15 Christine Gonenc, 7/15

Laurie Green, 7/15 Kayla Hall, 7/15 Taylor Hall, 7/15 Eric Lugo, 7/15

Greyson Edwards, 7/16 Craig Metz, 7/16

Matthew Sharpstene, 7/16 Julie Bowling, 7/17 Suki Gibson, 7/17

Nancy Hanna, 7/17 Emily Howard, 7/17 Caden Ikerd, 7/17 Ben Miceli, 7/17

Jake Pickens, 7/17 Steve Ebberts, 7/18 Tyler Glander, 7/18

John Mahoney, 7/18 Kathleen Downs, 7/19

Kim George, 7/19

Debi Lilienthal, 7/19 Michael Rupert, 7/19

Tim Stroupe, 7/19 Rick Cagle, 7/20 Ava Holley, 7/20

Beverly Miller, 7/20 Jayne Pizzola, 7/20

Bennett Thornton, 7/20 Ryan DeVerna, 7/21

Pasqual Gagnon, 7/21 Sophia Hummel, 7/21

Jeff Jervah, 7/21 Alan Turgeon, 7/21

Brittany Bedford, 7/22 Liam Donnelly, 7/22 Paige Hederick, 7/22 Scott Johnson, 7/22 Ruthie Roland, 7/22 Stuart Shless, 7/22

Alianna Habers, 7/23 Carter Metzger, 7/23 Nancy Sakowski, 7/23

Roy Bergfors, 7/24 Emily Hitt, 7/24

Elenor Mashburn, 7/24 CJ Peterson, 7/24

JT Pizzola, 7/24 Caroline Vukovich, 7/24

Kathy Bell, 7/25 Whitney Duffy, 7/25 John Latz Jr., 7/25

Jaci Latz, 7/25 Donna Loughry, 7/25

Juliana Noon, 7/25 Cuyler O’Neill, 7/25 Zuri Whitted, 7/25

Hunter Heath, 7/26 Kris Jackson, 7/26 Heidi Wilcox, 7/26 Natalie Bailey, 7/27 John Foster, 7/27

Renee Mercadante, 7/27 David Neher, 7/27

Jack Pizzolato, 7/27 Tammy Scherrer, 7/28

Rick DeRose, 7/29 Marin Hitzeman, 7/29 Bill McKenney, 7/29 John Thomas, 7/29

Anthony Vitrano, 7/29

Eric Dreier, 7/30 Susan Nelson-Dibble, 7/30

Cathy Smith, 7/30 Linda Sutton, 7/30 Drew Albert, 7/31 Chuck Joslyn, 7/31

Rachael Stroot, 7/31

Happy Anniversary

Steve & Vicki Martin, 7/1 Warren & Pam Harrell, 7/4 Joe & Brandy York Jr., 7/4

Sean & Amanda Bachand, 7/5 Todd & Amy Elder, 7/5

Nick & Shelly Rotosky, 7/5 Michael & Katie Staup, 7/5 Rod & Marlene Civis, 7/6

Rodney & Cheryl Farlow, 7/6 Thomas & Christine Laauwe, 7/6 Brian & Anna Marie Mehm, 7/6

Keith & Laura Brown, 7/8 Kevin & Dawn Kusy, 7/8

Michael & Beth Webb, 7/9 Susan & Jim Roseman, 7/10

Nathan & Ashley Lindeman, 7/11

John & Sandee Pates, 7/11 Brett & Amber Edwards, 7/13 Amanda & Pete DeCilles, 7/15

Rob & Melissa Clark, 7/16 Clark & Michele Hellmann, 7/16

Jesse & Sonni Thornton, 7/17 Al & Kathy Vockeroth, 7/17 Amy & Bryan Knight, 7/18

Rob & Jennifer Niesel Jr., 7/18 Rob & Bonnie Petersilge, 7/18 Renee & James Steffel, 7/18

Jeff & Jennifer Vukovich, 7/18 Brian & Kelly Faris, 7/19

Jim & Carolyn Raymond, 7/20 Barry & Michelle Tracey, 7/23 Joe & Donna Loughry, 7/25

David & Claudia Van Hook, 7/25

Bill & Hilda Harrison, 7/28 Reggie & Barbara Williams, 7/29

Mike & Erin Einzig, 7/31 Bob & Janet Stalder, 7/31

Richard & Bridgette Wood Jr., 7/31

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Prayer requests from June 2 Comfort for…Bob Bishop and family, grieving the death of his mother Pat Bishop; the families of fallen service members; the Kisler family, dealing with the loss of their father; the Fritz family at the death of a mother & grandmother; Strength and Healing for…Frank Castillo, friend of Greg & Debra Sanders, who suffered a massive heart attack; 2 year-old Violet, friend of Dottie Reading, hospitalized in Denver’s Children’s Hospital; David Huffine’s sister-in-law, diagnosed with MS; Carolyn Bryan, niece of Andy Barrett, recovering from surgery after a spider bite; Merle Wagner, dealing with arthritis and needs mitral valve repair; Signa Marwede, recovering from surgery at Rex Rehab; a friend recovering from major cancer surgery; the Zobel family, friends of the Haske’s, with health issues; David Freeman, friend of Debra Frary, Clair, granddaughter of the Fischer’s, recovering from a concussion; Tomas Castillo, recovering from a heart attack; Rosie Miller’s cousin, Elise Mast, recovering from a heart procedure; Guidance, Protection, and Safety for…Betty Helmuth and all others who are lonely; Adam DeRose as he travels to China for a study abroad program; the Van Hook’s over the next few weeks; the less fortunate and those struggling; John Woolard and all cross-country truck drivers, driving through storms; Ben DeRose as he travels to New Mexico for an internship.

Prayer requests from June 9 Praise and Thanksgiving for… high school & college graduates; Comfort for… families of the victims of the Virginia Beach shooting; Virginia Haller & Dixie Burns, both receiving Hospice care; Bob Bishop and family, grieving the death of his mother Pat Bishop; the Turner’s son-in-law, Chris Sanders and family, grieving the loss of his aunt; Strength and Healing for… Steve, husband of Debra Frary, hospitalized at UNC with decreased lung function; Rosie Miller and good test results; A negative medical test; Julie Bowling, diagnosed with Shingles; Rosa Lopez; Ed Williams, friend of Bob & Vickie Herring, having health issues; Gary, brother of Sharon Gregory, has he is hospitalized with stage 4 bladder cancer; the father of Ashleigh Scheuerle’s friend, recovering from heart surgery; the Stephens family, friends of the Baker family, as Alketa is still in critical condition; Karen Jervah’s friend, Krista White, as she goes through months of cancer treatments; Guidance, Protection, and Safety for…all people searching for jobs; Stephanie, Jan Wilcynski’s daughter, during her last month of pregnancy; President Trump and the First Lady as they guide this nation; Bea Martin’s son, making a career change; a new business venture for the Lopez family; Randy, Haley, and Kate as they travel; students during finals week; people in our country affected by floods and natural calamities.

Prayer requests from June 16 Praise and Thanksgiving for…the healing for a mother’s eyes; good test results; Comfort for…John Butler, friend of Ann Hochstrasser, at the end of his earthly life; Strength and Healing for…Diane Lynn, having back surgery today at Rex Hospital; Neil Turner, having a procedure at the VA Hospital; friends of the Hummel’s struggling with separation and divorce; Sherri Hall’s cousin, struggling with diabetes and a MRSA infection; Lawson Gipple’s family member that was injured; a daughter’s marriage to be saved and reconciled; David Huffine’s co-worker, facing a long recovery after an auto accident; Aunt Vivian and her caregivers; the Bennett family’s aunt, Violet Hoffman, diagnosed with cancer; Gerald & Comilla Jomp’s daughter, Janet, having surgery on Thursday; Nicholas Horsley’s guitar teacher, recovering from surgery; the dog of Tayven Tew’s friend, healing from a broken leg; Guidance, Protection, and Safety for…the arrival of Jeff & Bev Miller’s grandchild, and the parents-to-be.

Prayer requests from June 23 Praise and Thanksgiving for…a daughter’s successful surgery; Camille Knudsen in remission for her Hodgkin’s Lymphoma; Comfort for…Don Yakopcic mourning the death of his friend, Diane; Margaret Carlson and the family of retired UNC professor who died this past week; Vickie Herring’s friend, Karl Deetrick, receiving hospice care; Strength and Healing for…Tew Council, extended family of Dennis Holzschuh, diagnosed with stage 4 cancer; Scott Touchberry, friend of the Farlow family, hospitalized; the Dorsett family; a neighbor’s mother having health issues; Roxanne O’Donnell, whose cancer has returned; Tim Means, battling ongoing health issues; Vickie Herring’s friend, Kent Baldwin, recovering from a stroke; Vickie Herring’s friend, Betty Jones, recovering from surgery; Allison Bilyj, hospitalized with an infection; 9 year-old Olivia, friend of Deb Winiewicz, who has been diagnosed with brain cancer; a brother recovering from PTSD-related trauma; Jean Kile, having cataract/lens surgery on June 24; Kelsey Zakuteney, friend of Claudia VanHook, recovering from gall bladder surgery; Myrna Gildersleeve, friend of Donna Neubaum, starting cancer treatment; Guidance, Protection, and Safety for…safe travels for those going to Camp Linn Haven this week; Ryan Pfendler and a team from Messiah Lutheran as they travel to Uganda for mission work; all families in need of God’s love; the Rummel’s daughter traveling to Australia this week. Safety and strength for a sister in a troubled marriage; the Barrett’s friend, Margie Lewin, undergoing tests at Wake Med.

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Hope Lutheran Church & Preschool

3525 Rogers Road

Wake Forest, NC 27587

ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Ministry Leadership Team: Eric Arner, Megan Baldwin, Andy Barrett,

Sarah Crawford, David Critchley, Mike Dennen, Michelle Hellmann, Bill Jay,

Rob Niesel, Maurice Samuels, Jill Schaefer, and Emily Smathers.

Hope Lutheran Staff:

Rev. Wayne Puls……...……………..………….………………….……Senior Pastor

Rev. Lew Upchurch…..……..………….……….…………………Associate Pastor

Beth Agner………………...….……………………………………………...Lead DCE

Zachary Sarrault.………...………………..………………………………...….. Vicar

Steve McCarthy……….….……………..……………………..………….. ……..DCE

Wesley Spottiswood…………..……………………………..…………………….DCE

Rev. Larry R. Lineberger………………...…………….....…Assistant to the Pastor

Rev. Preston Wagner……………………………....………………..Pastor Emeritus

Amy Elder………………………...…………...……….Communications Manager

Hilary Tew……..…………………………...………………..…Operations Manager

Carlin O’Brien………………………...…………...……....Administrative Assistant

Kelly Faris …………………………………………………..Administrative Assistant

Steve Ebberts…………………...…………...…………………...Facilities Manager

Paul Hieter…..………………...….……...…….Evening Receptionist/Office Asst.

Rob Varner……………….….…………...….………..Organist and Choir Director

Kathy Vockeroth……………………...……….……….…Handbell Choir Director

Joe Walters, Michael Case, Paul Taylor, & Ray Sharpstene……..Praise Team

Regina Fisher………….…………………...……….…………….Preschool Director

Lisa Ackerman, Angela Baker, Heleen Bloomer, Stephanie Breemes,

Deborah Burns, Denise Christopoulos, Ashley Clary, Sara Cutler, Amanda

DeCilles, Lisa Dotson, Sheila Flanagan, Stephanie Fowler, Jean Futrell, Shari

Gerhold, Nikki Hamilton, Lauren Jackson, Maria Markovitz, Christine

Murphy, Gretchen O’Haire, Jannelle Pizzola, Stefanie Saba, Cindy Seitz,

Fran Sowisdral, Kristen Winkle, Susan Young, Elizabeth Walker, & Suzanne

Whiting...……………………..……………………………………..….Preschool Staff

Erin Ames…...……………………..……………….………Family Program Director

Tara Cook, Kelly Friend, Natasha Hoyle, Rebecca Peel, Kim Shope, &

David Swan.……………………………………………………………….Xplore Staff

Elizabeth Bulloss, Rebekah Carrillo, Karen Ragone, Jamie Terry, Tonya Watt,

Kati Zick, & Tracy Zwickis..…………………………………….. Little Blessings Staff

Ashley Allred, Briana Evans, Sheila Flanagan, Stephanie Lippens, & Morica

Viens-Grott…..……………………………………………......….Nursery Attendants