Welcome to Hope!
Thanks for checking out Hope Lutheran Church where ministry is about being authentic and relevant while keeping our focus on serving God’s creation.
We welcome everyone. That means–every- single-person! We’re not looking to change anyone but rather offer a safe space to take off our masks and get real with one another and God. We are here to have soul conversations about things that really matter daily and where God exists in it all.
We’re experiencing God right here and calling others to do the same.
Upcoming Service This Week
Announcements
A grief support group for people grieving the death of a loved one is starting on Wednesday, October 4.
Grief is natural, but we often struggle with questions such as “Why do I always feel sad? People tell me I should be done grieving, but I still am. Am I normal? I’m so angry! Why is God doing this to me?” These are natural questions and the feelings that go along with them.
GriefShare is a 13-week faith-based seminar and support group for people grieving the death of someone close to them. It’s a place to be around people who understand your feelings. You will learn valuable information about recovering from your grief and renewing your hope for the future.
You are welcome to begin attending the group at any point. Each session is “self-contained,” so you can join anytime.
There is no cost to join.
At GriefShare, you’ll watch a weekly video with counsel, insights from respected grief experts, and relatable personal stories—followed by a time of sharing and support. You don’t have to share if you don’t want to.
Session topics include what’s normal in grief, how to handle difficult emotions, and what to do with regrets, questions, and worries.
There are two group opportunities: Afternoons, 2:00-3:30, and evenings, 7:00-8:30. Please join us at Hope Lutheran Church at 6201 Coventry Way in Clinton, one block west of Branch Ave.
For more information, contact Pastor Eric at 301-868-2678 (office), 631-704-8063 (cell), email pastoreric@hopeclinton.org or visit griefshare.org/groups/175512/registrations/new.
Community Announcements
- Free Pre-Mother’s Day Brunch, co-sponsored by Vice Chair Sydney J. Harrison in partnership with Love You More, Inc. Saturday, May 11th, from 11:00am – 2:00pm, Mix and Mingle Lounge, 8923 Woodyard Road, Clinton, MD. Registration required. https://rb.gy/x61opu.
- PG County Zero Waste Document Shredding Event – May 18th, from 8:00am-1:00pm, Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. high School, 12650 Brooke Lane, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772. Up to 5 bags. Vehicle must be in line by 1:00pm to receive service.
- Effective April 15th, the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and electronic Recycling associated with Brown Station Road Sanitary Landfield will be temporarily closed to the public. Several dates and sites have been identified for disposal of items. See flyer for a list of locations and dates.
- It’s that time of the year! Primary elections in Maryland are right around the corner. Early voting begins May 2nd-9th, from 7:00am-8:00pm, and the primary is Tuesday, May 14th, also from 7:00am-8:00pm. To learn more or to register to vote, visit www.vote411.org.
- 2024 Homeowners’ and Renters’ Tax Credit Applications Now Available Online. The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation applications for the 2024 Homeowners’ and Renters’ Tax Credit programs, are available online. The deadline to file for both tax credits is October 1, 2024. For more information go to website https://dat.maryland.gov/Pages/Tax-Credit-Programs.aspx or call 1-888-246-5941.
- Maryland Senior Call Check program. Senior Call Check phone lines are open Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm and Saturday 9:00am to 3:00pm. During these hours, seniors can call toll-free 1-866-50- 19 CHECK (1-866-502-0560). For more information go to www.seniorcallcheck.maryland.gov.
CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
- 2024 Traveling Prayer Night. Thursday, May 9th, 6:00pm – 8:00pm. Traveling
prayer nights now include a potluck dinner at 6:30pm, followed by the prayer
service at 7:00pm. All are welcome! St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 17740
Muncaster Rd, Derwood, MD 20855.
- The Six Wows Every Church Guest Should Experience. Saturday, May
18th, 9:00am – 1:00pm, Peace Lutheran Church, 401 Smallwood Dr, St.
Charles, MD 20602. Congregational teams (rostered ministers and church
leaders) will learn six things that new people should experience the first time
they interact with your worshipping community. Registration is required. For
more information and to register visit https://metrodcelca.org/event/6wows/.
- Dinner & Trivia Night Fundraiser to support a refugee family of 4 resettling
in Southern Maryland this summer. Saturday, June 4th, Peace Lutheran
Church, 401 Smallwood Dr, St Charles, MD 20602,.Cost is $25.00 regular –
$15.00 children under 12. Advanced registration required. Tickets must be
purchased by Tuesday, June 4, 2024. For more information and to register
go to: https://www.myplc.org/events-1/dinner-trivia-night-fundraiser.
- Save the Date. Faith Day at Nats Park, Saturday, August 31st. Come join the
fun as the Nationals take on the Chicago Cubs. Tickets are available in a
reserved section for only $15. To purchase ticket visit: https://fevoenterprise.com/event/Metrodc.
- Save the Date. You are cordially invited to a Metro DC Synodical Women’s
Organization (SWO), Saturday, September 21st [exact time TBD soon].
THEME: “Resilience and Hope WHERE: St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 5800
Backlick Road Springfield, VA 22039. For additional information, contact
Cheryl Dwyer at dwyercl2@verizon.net.
- Flower dedications. If you would like to dedicate flowers for Sunday worship,
please sign-up in the lobby. Cost is $30.
Please consider serving as lectors, ushers and assisting ministers.
6201 Coventry Way
Clinton, MD 20735
Sunday Worship @ 10:30 AM
Fellowship Hour @ 11:30 AM
Office
301.868.2678
office@hopeclinton.org