​Office Hours
Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday:
8:00am – 4:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00am – 12:00pm
Lunch: 12:00-1:00pm
Friday
Office Closed
Mailing address:
P.O. Box 400, Hope AR, 71802
Physical address:
2300 S. Main St., Hope AR
870-777-8816
fumchope@yahoo.com​

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Sunday Worship - May 31, 2020 - Acts 2:1-4, John 7:37-39
Pastor Steve Johnson - "Drink Up!" 

BREAK THROUGH PRAYER INITIATIVE
1Thessalonians 5:16-19 NIV "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. Do not quench the Spirit."
                  What a difference a few days can make! All of us know that it only takes one tragedy or event to turn our world upside down. And, that is exactly what has happened in the last few weeks. None of our lives are like they were only a few days ago. For some, the changes are more than for others, but all of us have been impacted. In the verses above, the Apostle Paul is writing to the church at Thessalonica, and his words of advice are so appropriate for us today. First, praise God. He is always worthy of our praise. Keep praying. One of the hardest things to do is to keep prayer as part of our daily routine, especially when our daily routine is suddenly upended. But, just do it--pray. Don't forget to be grateful. Although things are difficult right now, take time to thank God for the multiple blessings he has given and continues to forgive daily. These are the things God wants us to do. And, whatever you do, give God room to do new and innovative things that he's never done before. don't quench the Spirit. For example, it may be weird worshiping with your fellow congregation members by looking at your computer or phone, but God is mighty and he can still bind us together and make his presence felt even when we have gathered separately. So, there is no specific prayer focus this month. Just pray. Here are a few suggestions. Pray for God to deliver us from the effects of the coronavirus. Pray for those who are infected by the virus. Pray for scientists and researchers who are looking for treatment options and a vaccine. Pray for our church that we will continue to be a community of faith even as we are separate from each other. Pray for our church staff as they seek innovative ways to keep us together as the body of Christ. Put your prayers into action by caring for those around you in ways that are safe to all.