A sampling of Church Life at New Hope Presbyterian Church.
Should VBS Be a Priority During COVID?
The quick answer is, of course, yes, if at all possible. With all the government mandates across the world, we’ve all slowly become accustomed to “sheltering in place”, not seeing friends,
How To Fix Your Work Life Balance
Today someone will face a crushing disappointment at work. Maybe it will be you. Perhaps you have experienced one of these blows in the past:
Plumbers are Needed!
Immediate need for professional plumbers— response needed by Thursday (2/25) at 5 p.m.
5 Tips on Reading Through the Bible in a Year
Maybe your first question is, “Why would anyone want to read through the Bible in a year?
I Love Talking About Myself
Have you ever been engaged in a fascinating conversation when another person enters the dialogue, interrupts, and starts talking about themselves? It should rightly irritate you.
Are you fighting the good fight?
Are you pressing on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus? (Phil 3:14)
2020 Thank Offering: WWO
This week's Thank Offering video is a compilation of the last three. If you haven't had a chance to view the Thank Offering videos or share them in your churches, this is a great opportunity! Want to learn more about New Hope Church? Click here. Visit our Facebook...
Seems Too Bad to Be Good
If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. But could anything that seems so horrible be in any way good?
The Lord is Working in Wildwood
It is important to understand that what makes the evangelism joys so sweet is the repetitive rejection that we experience often while witnessing.
2020 Thank Offering: Foreign Missions
This week’s video features the work of Foreign Missions Through your giving to Worldwide Outreach…
Self-Driving Cars and the Resurrection
My brother Tedd tells a hilarious story of when his son first started to drive. The child went out one evening with the car, and he returned home walking.
Be Creative
While a simpler holiday season might be a pleasant break for some of us, for those of us without children or family nearby, the holidays can be a lonely time, especially…
2020 Thank Offering: Christian Education
This week’s video features the work of Christian Education in the OPC.
Bring on the Substitute
If you are interested in sports, the term substitute might imply “second-best” in your vocabulary. Those who are not included in the starting five for basketball or…
Embrace the simplicity
With the latest round of pandemic restrictions, it’s beginning to look like this holiday season could be very different than what we usually look forward to, and while this may be a disappointment…
2020 Thank Offering: Home Missions
This week’s video features the work of Home Missions. Through your giving to WorldWide Outreach, the Committee on Home Missions and…
Don’t Quit on Your Friends
If you have attended a Christian wedding, chances are that you have heard 1 Corinthians 13 read as part of the ceremony.
What does it mean to be “godly”?
What does it look like? How does it happen? How do we become more godly, and how do we help others become more godly?
Boardwalk Chapel Summer 2021 Opportunities
The Boardwalk Chapel will be in its 76th year of operation this summer by the grace of God. At the Chapel, we have clarified our goals through a three-prong method…
You’ve Got A Friend In Me
Are your friendships always seeming to disappoint, frustrate, confuse, or surprise you? Do the people you consider your dearest friends have the ability to…
Why do we need to pray?
Why do we need to pray? The Apostle Paul tells us to “pray without ceasing.” Why? Especially if we’re not seeing results?
Confessions of a Disaster Response Volunteer
On August 31st, a group of five men from New Jersey, including myself, departed on our planned trip to Midland, Michigan.
Death Leads to the Good Life
“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.
What are we supposed to do in such a messed up and fallen world?
read Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones surprising insight into the role of Christians in a troubled world:
A Deacon’s Role in OPC Disasters Far Away
by David Nakhla, OPC Disaster Response Coordinator: Just a few years ago, the only official disaster response entity in the OPC was at the denominational level.
Do You Observe Lent?
As we approach Holy Week, where we remember the sacrifice, suffering, and resurrection of our Savior, it’s good to give ourselves to humble and thankful mourning.
How can God’s people rise and shine in this dark world?
Read Professor E.J. Young’s insightful comments on the Lord’s command (in Isaiah 60:1) to “arise and shine”.
Mission Team 2020
New Hope partnered with two other local OPC churches to form Mission Team 2020.
Is Eternity an Eternity Away?
When was the last time you thought about your place in heaven? For some of us, eternity might seem like an eternity away. For others, depending on our age or any current health…
Are you a sinner?
Do you see yourself as a sinful person? Why does it matter? Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones explains why it’s important that you recognize yourself as a sinner.
Outdoor Worship!
For the last few weeks, we have been enjoying beautiful weather as we’ve gathered outdoors in the Grove to worship.
Alienated from God and Others
For reasons that are somehow for my good and ultimately for God’s glory, the Lord has written physical suffering into my life story that I would never have chosen for myself.
What is the purpose of the Sabbath?
Raymond Ortland explain how God is “calling us to schedule our weekly routines” around delighting in Him.
What does diaconal care look like during a pandemic?
Specifically, what does Christian charity look like during a time when the government is distributing monies to most citizens with one hand and limiting the opportunity for millions to earn daily bread with the other?
The Phone Call Every Parent Dreads
My cell phone rang and woke me up. Luella, my wife, was on the other end. “Get home as fast as you can,” she said.
Does it ever seem like God is being unfair?
Like you pray and pray, but God doesn’t seem to pay attention? This is exactly what was happening in ancient Israel, in the days of Isaiah.
Click “read more” for an insightful explanation by Pastor Raymond Ortland Jr, based on Isaiah chapter 58:
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.
Christianity 101
First Corinthians 15 is one of the most foundational chapters in all of the New Testament; it could be called a “Christianity 101” passage.
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.