Calendar of Events for This Week

Monday
- Knitting & Crochet ministry, 2 PM

Tuesday
- Men's Bible Study/Ellijay, 9 AM, Mike's Restaurant
- Ladies Bible Study, 12:15

Wednesday
- Food Pantry, 8 AM-1 PM
- Choir rehearsal, 6 PM

Thursday 
- Quilters, 10 AM
- Co-ed Bible Study, 2 PM

Saturday
- Pastor Dave’s Celebration 1PM


ANNOUNCEMENTS

2026 Annual Report
The 2025 Annual Report of the Congregation has been distributed by email to Hope members. Printed copies are available in the narthex. The document covers the ministries and activities of Hope Church this past year and a proposed budget for our next fiscal year, which began September 1st.

Pastor Dave’s Retirement Luncheon
For those generously providing food for Pastor Dave’s Retirement Luncheon, please plan to drop off your food items between 12:00–12:30 PM. This will give us time to arrange the buffet tables before the doors open. Please bring all food ready to serve, including any necessary serving utensils. Since the luncheon is being held off-site, we won’t have the church kitchen available for those last-minute serving items.

Calling All Crafters, Knitters, Quilters, Woodworkers & More! Our Craft Sale will be held in conjunction with Hope’s annual Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 24th. Please have your handcrafted items ready and placed in the designated “Craft Room” downstairs by Sunday, October 11th. This will give our volunteers plenty of time to price, organize, and set up all the wonderful creations for the sale. Volunteers will also be needed on October 24th, so please mark your calendars and plan to lend a hand if you can! For questions Contact Bev Hiscox 

A Quick Reminder
As you wrap up your meeting or activity in the church, please take a moment to make sure the lights are turned off and the doors are securely locked as you leave. Thank you for helping us care for our church home!

Pastor Paula’s Office Hours & Contact information
Monday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – After Choir Practice Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Friday: Day Off
— If you have an emergency, please call. Saturday: Working from Home

Pastor Paula wants everyone to know that she is available when needed. Please feel free to reach out to her outside of regular office hours for pastoral needs or emergencies. Phone: 865-719-1292
Email: Pastor.elca.ellijay@gmail.com