"Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.'" Ephesians 3:20
Hope Baptist Church
Pastor Paul Vander Vliet
50 Flanders Bartley Road
Flanders NJ 07836
Phone: 267 934 2482
http://www.hope-baptist.com
information@hope-baptist.com
Recommended Reading
How Evil Works: Understanding And Overcoming The Destructive Forces That Are Transforming America
by David Kupelian
The author probes the ancient question of evil through a modern journalist's eye, demystifying complex, elusive, and intimidating subjects with fresh insights into the hidden mechanisms of seduction, corruption, and power politics. Diving into today's most electrifying news stories -- from terrorism and school shootings to high-profile sex scandals and political dysfunction -- Kupelian explores such profoundly troubling questions as:
- How does terrorism really work?
- Why are New Age religions becoming so popular?
- Why do so many celebrities who "have it all" -- talent, fame, good
looks, wealth, adoration -- end up self-destructing?
- Why are big lies more believable than little ones?
- Why are boys doing worse in school today than girls?
- Why do we treat mental, emotional, and spiritual problems, like anger
and depression, with drugs?
Here's the good news: Once we really understand "how evil works" -- not just in the disasters and mega-crimes that dominate the headlines, but in our own lives as well -- evil actually loses much of its power over us, and the way out becomes more clear. Thus, How Evil Works bears a powerful message of genuine hope.
Whatever Happened to Worship?
by A. W. Tozer
Decrying much of contemporary worship as entertainment, Tozer says, "When we are worshipping...if the love of God is in us and the Spirit of God is breathing praise within us, all the musical instruments in heaven are suddenly playing in full support." Originally preached as sermons at Avenue Road Alliance Church in Toronto, the chapters of Whatever Happened to Worship convey Tozer's attitude and thoughts on Christian worship.
If you'd like to suggest a book as "Recommended Reading", please speak with Joy Vander Vliet during our Coffee Cafe or shortly after church services.
Adult Study Class - What Ever Happened to Worship?
What does worship mean to you? We've been studying this book by A.W. Tozer for the last few weeks and it's very thought provoking and informative. Join us for Adult Class starting promptly at 9:45am Sunday mornings to learn more about the true meaning of worship and how it should influence our day to day lives.
Join us directly after Adult Class for our Coffee Cafe featuring great coffee, great food, and great fellowship at 10:30am and stay for Sunday worship and learn about the book of Daniel!!
News and Notes
1st Choice Women's Resource Center
We recently had special guest Rebecca Nash, Morristown NJ Center Director give a presentation on the great things being done by this resource center. If you'd like to make a donation of time as a volunteer or money to help buy items for these young mothers, go to their web site for more information - http://www.1stchoice.org. Click here to read a letter from Rebecca with some additional information.
Zakayo Alais - Our "Hope" Child
True Hope (our Worship Team) and a few other church members have adopted this young boy through World Vision for $35 a month. We have a "Tanzania" take out box on the information table at church if you'd like to help this family and make a donation. If you're not familiar with World Vision, they are an international Christian humanitarian organization that provides the opportunity to help support children in poverty stricken countries, especially once disaster strikes. You are updated annually on your sponsored child's progress and the benefits he or she is receiving through your sponsorship and you can exchange letters or even email the child via their local World Vision office.
Dr. Charles Stanley's "In Touch" summer book club program has begun!
Dr. Stanley's In Touch book club - great books for a great summer. Read. Share. Grow. They invite you to join the exciting, new, interactive In Touch book club. This online community will allow you to share your thoughts, grow in your relationship with God, and connect with others.
Summer & Fall Events at Hope Baptist:
Acoustic Open Mike Night Starting Friday, September 24th!!
All ages & skill levels welcome as well as comedy acts. This IS family oriented
so we ask all performers to keep it "clean" since children may be present. And no agendas please, just fun and family based entertainment. Refreshments will be available.
