Hope UCC St. Louis

Annual Report Available
2026-06-27 00:11 (America/Chicago)
The Annual Report to the Hope United Church of Christ congregation will be available on this date.

Neighbors In Need Offering
2026-06-27 00:11
On October 4, 2020, Hope UCC will collect its annual contributions to the Neighbors in Need campaign. For a video with more information on how these funds are used in the service of our neighbors, follow the link!
https://youtu.be/FA6DwPGO9iA

Habitat For Humanity Collection
2026-06-27 00:11
On october 18, Hope will collect contributions to Habitat for Humanity. The year 2020 marks the 25th anniversary of local UCC churches holding fundraisers in support of this ministry and doing hands-on work by building houses in the St. Louis Area.

Crop Walk
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Due to the ongoing pandemic, the CROP Walk this year will be virtual; but we are planning a mini-Hope CROP Walk for Sunday, October 25. Bring a picnic lunch to 11:30 worship that Sunday, picnic in the park across the street after worship, and then we’ll walk a time or two (or three) around Francis Park — properly physically-distanced, of course. Or, you can be a completely virtual walker anytime, anywhere. To register as a walker (virtual or otherwise) for the CROP Walk, to join the Hope CROP Walk team, and/or to make a monetary donation via credit card to a registered individual or to the team, go to the website: www.crophungerwalk.org/saintlouismo
For instance, Pastor Sarah is already registered as a part of the Hope Team, and you can sponsor her! Also, watch for further information on the 4th Annual CROP Concert, which will be broadcast (probably as a Facebook Live Premier event) on Sunday, October 25 at 7:00 p. m. It will also be the 9th Annual Eden Festival of Psalms, featuring Richard Bruxvoort Colligan and a host of other excellent musicians. Questions? Contact Clint McCann

Book Discussion Group
2026-06-27 00:11
How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
Below is a description of the book.
“Antiracism is a transformative concept that reorients and
reenergizes the conversation about racism—and, even more fundamentally, points us toward liberating new ways of thinking about
ourselves and each other. At its core, racism is a powerful system
that creates false hierarchies of human value; its warped logic extends beyond race, from the way we regard people of different
ethnicities or skin colors to the way we treat people of different
sexes, gender identities, and body types. Racism intersects with
class and culture and geography and even changes the way we see
and value ourselves. In How to Be an Antiracist, Kendi takes readers through a widening circle of antiracist ideas—from the most
basic concepts to visionary possibilities—that will help readers see
all forms of racism clearly, understand their poisonous consequences, and work to oppose them in our systems and in ourselves.
Kendi weaves an electrifying combination of ethics, history,
law, and science with his own personal story of awakening to antiracism. This is an essential work for anyone who wants to go beyond
the awareness of racism to the next step: contributing to the formation of a just and equitable society.”

Socially Distanced Fellowship Meal
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On Sunday, September 27, bring your dinner,picnic blanket, kids, and masks to Francis Park. Every family will set up at least 6 feet apart from others
and enjoy a meal and some much-needed socializing.
We will meet at the Eichelberger/Tamm corner of the
park, directly across the street from the church.

In-House Taize Service
2026-06-27 00:11
Limited in-person Taize worship returns to Hope United Church of Christ. This service will not be live streamed or available as a video after worship.
Worship will take place outside on the front lawn, weather permitting, and will be held in the chapel in the event of inclement weather.
Please read the detailed guidelines at the link below to become familiar with the procedures that will be in place and hear from Pastor Sarah regarding how loving one another from a distance during this time may feel foreign, but it is that very distance which demonstrates our deep love for one another.
Worship Reopening Guidelines

In-House Worship Service with Sacrament of Communion - Reservations required
2026-06-27 00:11
Limited in-person worship returns to Hope United Church of Christ. The service will be available via Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/Hope-United-Church-of-Christ-St-Louis-MO-1570690223201670/ and later via YouTube for those who wish to worship from home. Because the number of worshipers is limited to protect everyone from the spread of COVID-19, you will need to make a reservation to attend by calling the church office at 314-353-2288 no later than noon on Wednesday prior to Sunday worship.
Please read the detailed guidelines at the link below to learn how to make a reservation, become familiar with the procedures that will be in place and hear from Pastor Sarah regarding how loving one another from a distance during this time may feel foreign, but it is that very distance which demonstrates our deep love for one another.
Worship Reopening Guidelines

Socially Distanced Fellowship Meal
2026-06-27 00:11
On Tuesday, August 25th, at 6pm, bring your dinner,picnic blanket, kids, and masks to Francis Park. Every family will set up at least 6 feet apart from others
and enjoy a meal and some much-needed socializing.
We will meet at the Eichelberger/Tamm corner of the
park, directly across the street from the church.

Wedding Ceremony
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Wedding Ceremony for Robin Vo and Noslen Campos

Wedding Rehearsal
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Wedding Ceremony
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Wedding Ceremony for Patsy Neiswander and Christian Westermayer

2021 Stewardship Sunday
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You are invited to prayerfully consider your commitment of time, talent, and treasure to the ministries of our congregation in 2021 and return the forms through the mail or bring with you on September 20th if worshipping in person. Let us celebrate our call to share what God has given us!
FINANCIAL PLEDGE FORM_2021
SERVICES PLEDGE FORM_2021

One Body Ministry Team Meeting
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HopeMark PreSchool Opens
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Church Office Closed for Labor Day
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Ministry Leadership Meetings
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Check with individual teams for details about meeting mode: in-person or Zoom

Live-Stream Worship Service - No In-person Worship
2026-06-27 00:11
Due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the St. Louis region, in-person worship has been suspended at Hope United Church of Christ.
Hope will continue to live-stream the service on Facebook at 10:30 am. This is the link to Hope’s Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Religious-Organization/Hope-United-Church-of-Christ-St-Louis-MO-1570690223201670/
Once COVID-19 cases have declined in the area for two consecutive weeks, in-person worship may be resumed with the same restrictions on number of attendees as before.

In-House Worship Service - Reservations required
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Hope Council Meeting
2026-06-27 00:11
As a congregation we are supporting future planning by participating in the Convergence vitality project. Utilizing feedback and ideas from the entire Hope congregation and community we are working to evolve to meet the needs of our changing community.

Prayer is Essential
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Group will meet in the Chapel. During our time together we

Share what’s happening in our lives with the purpose of praying for each
other’s concerns;
Learn about different ways to pray;
Share what’s working and what’s not working in our prayers;
And, of course, engage in a variety of prayer exercises.

July 4th Holiday Observed
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Church office will be closed for the July 4th holiday.

Hope Dinner Group
2026-06-27 00:11
Hope dinner meeting in March— will be going to Grbic at 4071 Keokuk St. at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11th. A sign up Sheet will be posted. Please register so a good reservation can be made.

5th Annual Scott Knopfel Memorial Dine-Out
2026-06-27 00:11
Please save this date to join with friends and family dining out at participating restaurants in memory of our former congregation member, Scott Knopfel, The list of participating restaurants is being compiled currently. It will be shared as soon as it is available.

Dartball (Home) game
2026-06-27 00:11
Games begin at 7:00, all are welcome to watch in Fellowship Hall.The doors open about 6:45 for warm up.
For home games, we end our warm up at 7:15.
When visiting, we warm up from 7:15 to 7:30.
For information contact Jim Richmann by cell phone/text.

Prayer Service via Zoom
2026-06-27 00:11
Fellowship time begins at 6:45 pm with the service starting at 7 pm. Come early and say hello to other members and friends of Hope United Church of Christ!
Bulletin will be posted here the day before the service.
Join this service from home via Zoom. Contact Pastor Sarah for the meeting link.

test
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Holy Humor Sunday
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Bible Study
2026-06-27 00:11
New Participants always welcome at our Monthly Bible Study Series!
Based on Walter Brueggemann’s commentary Genesis, “Beginnings” takes a fresh look at some familiar Bible stories. Discussions of creation and creationism, the rebellion of humankind and the Flood bring new perspectives on today’s issues. The experiences of Abraham, Esau, Jacob and Joseph speak to Christians seeking to live responsibly in our world.
In the Friendly Room, we’ll continue our monthly Bible Study series, entitled “Beginnings.” The sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board.
Questions? Contact Pastor Sarah.
