Worship With Us In-Person or Online!

Hope's worship service is both in-person and online at 10:30 am.

In-Person Attendees: Please follow our revised instructions for in-person worship. A mask that covers your nose and mouth is required at all times. If you forget your mask, disposable masks are available in the entryway (upper level).

Online Attendees:

• Join online Sunday worship here (password: 214341).
• Open or download the bulletin (the link is added near the end of each week).
• Log in at 10:15-10:20 am to troubleshoot any technical issues.

If you need dial-in numbers for worship or online events listed below, see the most recent newsletter. Past bulletins can be found here.

Hope Lutheran Church and Student Center is a community of growing disciples of Jesus Christ who love our neighbors, both near and far. We affirm that everyone is created in the image of God and is deserving of God’s love and grace. We recognize that for many people, “church” has not always felt like a welcoming place. We celebrate our human family’s diversity of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, culture, and age. We embrace differences in relationship status, physical and mental ability, education, income, worldview, and political affiliation. We are committed to the full inclusion of all people in our community and invite you to journey with us toward a deeper faith, mutual respect, greater love and understanding, and reconciliation through Jesus Christ. We invite you to read our full Welcoming Statement.

New and returning University of Maryland students are invited to worship with us and to participate in the life of our congregation.

	Please join us at 10:30 am for worship in-person or online! 4201 Guilford Drive College Park, MD 20740 Office: 301-927-5508 Email: office.hopecp @ gmail.com Directions and map

Ongoing and Upcoming Events

Everyone is welcome to participate in the following events of the Hope community and beyond. Ongoing events (separated by day of the week) appear above the list of individual events. Check the most recent newsletter for additional events and/or more information.

• ONGOING EVENTS:
  
  

• Sundays - Humble Walk Dinner and Worship - 5-7 pm.
  
  
• Tuesdays, Once a Month - Hope Delivers Lunch to the Prince George's County Day Center - 1 pm. Upcoming date: November 16. Contact us if you are able to help prepare bagged lunches.
• Tuesdays - Community Meals from College Park UMC. Order your carry-out dinner from College Park United Methodist Church and support local people in need. Place your order by 1 pm on the preceding Sunday, and pick it up on Tuesday between 4:30-5:00 pm. Further information about this innovative program is available here. Order here.
  
  
• Wednesdays - Contemplative Prayer - 12:30-1:30 pm, online. Join here (password: Christos).
  
  

• INDIVIDUAL EVENTS:
  
  

• Friday, October 29 (note date change) - Movies@Hope Presents "Dick Johnson is Dead" - 7:30 pm, online only. No, this is not a crime story, but an Emmy Award-nominated film from 2020 about the pathos and – yes – humor of growing old. Documentarian Kirsten Johnson decides to make a film about her aging father’s reluctant decision to move from Seattle to live with her in New York. The result is by turns deeply touching and hilarious. Assistant Professor of Social Work and expert on aging Dr. Claudia Thorne of Coppin State University will be on hand to lend her insights into this unique film. Join online here.
• Sunday, October 31 - Synod Reformation Sunday Worship - 4 pm, online. The service will be livestreamed on the Synod's Facebook page and YouTube channel.
• Sunday, November 21 - Congregational Meeting - 1:30 pm, online. The link is forthcoming.
• Friday, December 3 - Movies@Hope Presents "Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" - 7:30 pm.
• Monday, December 6 - Franklins Fundraiser to Benefit the CUCE Day Center - all day. This fundraiser supports the day center run by Congregations United for Compassion and Empowerment (CUCE). You can eat inside, order carry-out for lunch or dinner, or purchase a gift certificate. And shop in the general store to benefit this generous local business! Franklins will donate 20 percent of your before-tax total -- but you must show your receipt to the host to participate. Since June 2017, we have raised $3,547 for the day center through fundraisers at Franklins!

Hope provides space for the following ongoing activities of an external organization:

• Saturdays - Living Water Seventh Day Adventist Congregation - 11 am-1 pm, in the sanctuary.

Donate to Hope

Your generosity helps us continue to be the Body of Christ in and for the world. As we continue to seek ways to be faithful and look for opportunities to serve our neighbors, we encourage you to be faithful in your giving. You may donate to support Hope's ministries in the following ways:

• Give online using the "Donate" button at the top of this page.
• Mail checks to Hope at the address at the top of the sidebar.
• Text your donation to 844-904-1808 and enter the amount you want to give in the message space. You will need to register the first time, even if you are registered with Vanco for online giving or the mobile app. Video instructions.
• Use the GivePlus mobile app. Download the app from the app store on your phone. Search for Hope Evangelical Lutheran Church or zip code (20740). If you have an online account with Vanco, sign in with your email address. If you don't have an account, you can create one. You can make a one-time donation or set up a recurring donation.

It's OK to Not Be OK

These are unusual times. People are anxious and isolated. Our lives have changed quickly; we don’t have access to many of our usual coping and support strategies. Of course God is with us. And things may be really hard. You don't have to go through this alone. Call any of these free numbers for support from trained individuals, or simply for someone to talk to.

Reconciling in Christ

Hope members voted unanimously on November 19, 2017 that Hope become a Reconciling in Christ congregation and to adopt our Welcoming Statement. We publicly affirm that all people are welcome here, and welcome to be fully themselves. Hope has compiled a list of resources for LGBTQ individuals and others in the congregation and community.

Movies@Hope

Movies@Hope is a free film series dedicated to enriching our community by presenting documentary and feature films that explore the environmental, social, moral, and spiritual issues that define our time. Check out the Fall 2021 schedule! Join us for films that make you think! Visit the Movies@Hope page for details and the full schedule.

Anti-Racist Resources

We are called as Christians to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. In living this out, we are called to amplify the voices of our black and brown siblings. In addition to organizing a book study group and an anti-racist parenting group last year, Hope created a list of educational and support resources. This list includes books, podcasts, black-owned businesses in College Park, petitions, people to follow, and more to help you support and advocate for your neighbors.

Children's Sunday School

We want kids to know that God loves them. So we support kids and families growing in faith together. During the school year, we have Sunday School at 9 am for children ages 2-8. Visit our Learning page to find out more. If you have older children who also want to be involved, contact Pastor Julie.

Hope's Music YouTube Channel

If you love the music that Alex and others share on Sunday mornings, you will be glad to know you can re-watch some of your favorites. Follow this link to listen or watch. Thanks be to God for the gift of music! Share the link freely with others who may enjoy it.

Meet Our Pastor

Learn about Pastor Julie Bringman, her previous experiences, and her ministry at Hope.

Members' Website

If your account has already been activated, log in at the appropriate space in the sidebar to the right. Unfortunately, we have had to remove the "Create an account" link because of spamming. If you would like access to the content on the members' website, please call, email, or use the Contact Us page to get in touch.

Hope's Little Free Library

Check out our Little Free Library! Take a book - leave a book.

Hope is on Facebook

Find "Hope Lutheran Church and Student Center" on Facebook and then click to "like" us.

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Hope's 2008-2009 renovation project was funded with a loan from the ELCA Mission Investment Fund.

Photo credit (baptismal font): Naviimpressions.com