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
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Pepco Proposed Increase – Pepco’s distribution rates have been increasing at about double the rate of inflation and it now proposes another overall increase of 23 percent. For more information please visit:
https://opc.maryland.gov/Portals/0/Files/Publications/Reports/PEPCO%20Rate%20Proposal%2012-10-25v5.pdf
Spaghetti Dinner Fellowship – Saturday, March 14th, 4:00-6:00pm, Christ Episcopal Church, 8710 Old Branch Avenue, Clinton, MD. Cost: Adults $12 – Seniors and Children 6-12: $10. For more information: (301) 868-1330 or ChristChurchClinton.org.
Community Closet – Sponsored by District V Police Department, the Community Closet is available to assist individuals and families in the community who may be experiencing hardship, transition, or unexpected circumstances. Location: 6707 Groveton Drive, Clinton, Maryland. For more information: (301) 883-4727.
Community Cleanup Day – March 21st, Stephen Decatur Middle School, 8200 Pinewood Drive – Lower Lot, from 8:00am-1:00pm or until filled. Pickup service is available for North Clinton Citizen Association seniors and disabled households. To request a pickup, email north.clinton.ca@gmail.com. For acceptable items, please review flyer posted in the Narthex.
E-Waste and Household Hazardous Waste Disposal – Rain or Shine. Open to PG County residents Only (ID may be required). For a list of acceptable items please visit: mypgc.us/clearthecurb. The drop-off hours at both locations are 8:00am – 1:00pm.
Drop-off Locations:
Saturday, March 14th: PG Stadium, 4101 Cain Hwy, Bowie, MD 20716
Saturday, April 25th: Accokeek Library, 15773 Livingston Rd, Accokeek, MD 20607
Water Bill Assistance – If you or someone you know need assistance with their water bill, please visit: www.wsscwater.com/assistance.
Free Medical Equipment – The State of Maryland provides a variety of medical equipment to residents free of charge. Items are new or gently used. For more information visit: www.dme.maryland.gov or call (240) 280-8000.
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CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Lenten Soup Sundays – Join us after worship for our Soup Sunday fellowship. All are welcome! Please sign the planning sheet in the Narthex if you would like to bring a crockpot of soup and/or bread and butter to share for one of our upcoming Soup Sundays.
Stewarding God’s Resources in Our Silver Years: Estate Planning & Fraud Prevention – Join us for a practical, faith-based conversation on wise estate planning and how to protect yourself from fraud and scams. Today from 3:00–4:00pm, Peace Lutheran Church, 6362 Lincolnia Rd, Alexandria, VA.
Lenten Worship Service – Join us for Lenten worship on Wednesday, March 11th at 11:00am.
Email Spoofing – If you receive a message that seems unusual, urgent, or out of character, from Pastor Eric, Bishop Hirsch, or associates of ELCA ,do not respond or click any links. Take a look at the actual sender and contact the office using the regular phone number or official email address, to verify the request.
Baptismal Recognition – We want to recognize baptismal anniversaries throughout the year and would love hear about your baptismal journey. If you would like to share your story (include date of baptism and church), please submit to: office@hopeclinton.org or Pastor Eric.
Hope Bible Study – Join us for bible study on Fridays at 11:00am. All are welcome!
Living Lutheran – Set up a free digital membership and get inspirational resources to support your faith journey as we begin the Lenten and Easter seasons. Visit livinglutheran.org (https://give.elca.org/s/4581013/5bSRZLe0) and sign up for your free digital membership today.
6201 Coventry Way
Clinton, MD 20735
Sunday Worship @ 10:30 AM
Fellowship Hour @ 11:30 AM
Office
301.868.2678
office@hopeclinton.org