A sampling of Church Life at New Hope Presbyterian Church.
OPC Short-Term Missions and Disaster Response
by Trish Duggan, Communications Coordinator: Our usual April issue of conveying the plans and excitement for short-term mission trips are in many ways, not the same this year; it just can’t be.
Can We Go Back To Work Yet?
Has COVID-19 impacted your job? Maybe you’re an essential worker, and you’ve carried on. Perhaps your work can be accomplished digitally, so now you’re having to juggle working from home.
Would it hurt us to lower ourselves?
Not if God is there. Lowliness is the humility that admits, “Where I really belong is at the bottom.
Ministry Looks a Bit Different These Days
Who could have imagined where we would be today? Children home from school; parents working from home; public transportation stopped; sporting events, weddings,…
Should You Pursue Happiness?
It’s deep in the heart of every human being. It wanders around in your soul, waiting to be satisfied. The way you pursue it will set the trajectory of your life story.
What is a Covenant?
What is a covenant, and what place does a covenant have in the life of Christians today?
Dear New Hope family UPDATE
Dear New Hope family, I hope this post finds you well during these uncertain times. As you know, we previously postponed all church activities through April 1st. Now, in light of the Governors’ Statewide Curfew (which is “until further notice”)
How To Never Lose Hope
Suffering can be so hard for us. The pain—whether physical, emotional, relational, or spiritual—can become heart- and life-dominating.
Do you ever feel unwanted?
Hesitant about coming to the Lord or coming to church? Not sure if you’ll fit in or feel accepted?
Dear New Hope family
As you probably know, due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus, Governor Murphy has issued a statewide curfew limiting gatherings to 50 people or less, and the President has issued guidelines
5 Ways You Can Improve Church
A sad and significant amount of consumerism exists in the church of Jesus Christ today. Similar to our behavior in a local mall, we move from church to church…
Something to Think About
Imagine a conversation between the Father and the Son in eternity past: Father: My Son, here is a company of poor miserable souls, that have utterly undone themselves, and now…
New Manse Roof
I always imagined that the hardest part of putting on a new roof would be getting the new shingles up the ladder.
Church Hopping And Shopping
Church Hopping And Shopping From Paul Tripp Ministries First Baptist Church. It was the picture of longevity and stability. For over two hundred years, it remained faithful to the gospel.
Why do we so easily become burned out?
What is missing when we don’t live by grace? “First, the motivating power of grace is missing. To illustrate, take a look at five people printing Bibles on the same assembly line.
Elder Emeritus
Last Sunday, following the morning service, Elder Jim Roush was officially proclaimed “Elder Emeritus” in recognition of his 27 years of faithful service as an elder of New Hope Presbyterian Church.
An Encouraging Statistic About Death
Here’s a mind-boggling figure: scientists estimate that in the United States alone, 13.7 million birds die every day. It’s a seemingly random and rather unpleasant statistic, but when I came across it, my heart was deeply encouraged.
Truths found in Isaiah 54
Here are some verses to reflect on in preparation for Sunday April 19th morning’s message. Together they demonstrate the richness and the far-reaching significance of the truths found in Isaiah 54:
David Haney Memorial Service
Click on the picture above to take you to the blog post with the You Tube video of the David’s Service. Scroll down below the feature image to see the video.
The Hope Of A Double Resurrection
We are living through a moment that will be written about in history books. You will tell your grandkids about the time the world shut down. Documentaries will retell the story for generations to come.
Isaiah chapter 53
“Every verse of the chapter [Isaiah chapter 53] except verse 2…is applied to Jesus in the New Testament, some verses several times.
Mourning the Loss of David E. Haney
Along with the rest of the OPC, the Committee on Diaconal Ministries (CDM) is deeply mourning the unexpected passing of Mr. David E. Haney, who at the age of 56 went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 9, 2019.
How I Survive Social Distancing
When you’re experiencing a crisis in your life, it’s natural to dwell on that crisis more than anything else. Whether it’s a small personal dilemma or a global pandemic…
What is the great objective of the Christian life?
“It is possible for people to be enlightened to the point of knowing inwardly that Jesus is the divine Savior He claims to be, and still not be willing to admit it publicly, because of all the behavioral changes that such an admission would make necessary.
Art Camp Update Day 5 (2019)
Today we wrapped up a wonderful week of Art Camp and are excited to celebrate tonight at the Art Fair! We hope everyone will drop in between 7 and 9pm tonight…
Five Thoughts From Quarantine
Like most of you, I’m hunkered down in my house, not going outside, and distancing myself from everyone except my wife. It’s particularly crucial for me to observe…
Walking through trials is never easy.
Consider the advice below from Irish biblical scholar Alec Moyter and then join us this Sunday at 10 am to hear a message for “him who walks in darkness and has no light” (Isaiah 50:10)
Art Camp Update Day 4 (2019)
The kids enjoyed another day of Art Camp, with dodge ball and water balloons replacing soccer and volleyball.
It’s Okay To Fear Coronavirus
We find ourselves in a time of unprecedented trouble. Faced with a global pandemic, we need to take a moment to think biblically about our response to COVID-19.
Ever talk to yourself?
If so, what do you say? What can you say to yourself to talk yourself out of the doldrums?
Art Camp Update Day 3 (2019)
We’re thankful for yet another great day of Art Camp! The children are progressing on their looms; they finished up their “pine cone flowers”
Big Brains And Diseased Hearts
Has your personal study of the Word of God informed and enlarged your brain without convicting and transforming your heart?
Why Do We Sing Hymns AND Contemporary Songs?
Why Do We Sing Hymns AND Contemporary Songs? Some churches still sing hymns, but more and more congregations only sing contemporary songs. Why does New Hope sing both?
Art Camp Update Day 2 (2019)
We want to thank the Lord for another wonderful day of Art Camp! Today the children learned about the Fibonacci spiral and how it’s reflected in everything from sea shells to hurricanes to galaxies;
How To Love A Teenager
Do you remember what it was like to be a teenager? The self-consciousness. The physical self-awareness…
Can a true Christian lose his salvation?
Can a true Christian lose his salvation? Join us this Sunday at 10 am as Pastor Taylor encourages us to “Press On through Faith and Perseverance.”
Art Camp Update Day 1 (2019)
What a great start to Art Camp! We had a full contingent of children arrive this morning bright and early, ready for the start of a big week.
Are You A Functional Atheist?
I’m concerned with the level of functional atheism that exists in the church of Jesus Christ.
As we hear God’s Word, we… ?
ought to keep our Bible open and follow the textual argument, look up the references mentioned, take notes, identify the theme, list the subpoints and applications