Christian are called to love one another in ways that are: . . . . Applying God's Word to Life Who are the people whose love, encouragement and support made it possible for you to survive and even thrive through the hard times so far? What kinds of support have you wanted and needed the most during the hard times and the good times so that you might reach your full potential? What does a warm greeting communicate? How about encouragement? Why does God call us to love God and love people? How does the “unity of the Spirit” (Eph. 4:3, 10-13) play a role in bringing both of these loves together? What are some of the key elements necessary for maintaining long-term relationships with others? What are some of the different ways God wants us to play a part in the transformation of other believers? Which of these “one anothers” are most natural and most difficult for you to extend to others? Why? What step is Jesus calling you to take toward biblical community right now? How will you say “yes” to him this week? Announcements Good Friday Service: Friday, April 3 at 7:00pm at the Starbuck site. No livestream. Communion will be served. There will not be communion on Easter Sunday morning. Sunday Morning Easter Services: We will celebrate our Risen Saviour at both services offering children’s church and nursery at 9:00am in Starbuck and 10:30am in Glenwood. Pope County Expo Volunteers Needed: The Expo is Saturday, April 11 from 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m. We need 1 more person from 10:00-12:00 and 2 more people from 12:00-2:00. If you are only able to work 1 hour, that will work too. We could also use help with tear down at 2:00p.m. If you are willing to help, contact Vickie (320-805-0450). Preschool Open Gym and Lunch Time: Friday, April 3, elementary siblings also invited, a parent/caretaker must attend. Gym time 10:00-11:15 am, snack time in community room 11:15-12:00. Bring your own lunch/snacks and enjoy time to eat with friends. (Must bring clean gym shoes-no black soles for gym play. Or play in socks is acceptable). Hope Community Shirt Sales: Our personally designed T-shirts and Hoodies are now available to order through April 12. Find a link to the online order form in the weekly email. Contact Vickie (320-805-0450) for questions. Day of Faith: for grades 5-12, Wednesday, April 8 from 8:15a.m.-12:05p.m. at Central Square. Speakers, games, student led worship, group time and pizza. For more information and to register or sign up as a volunteer, check out the welcome table, app, or our website. Sermon Based Small Group Glenwood: Tuesdays at 7:00 pm at Central Square, Suite 200. Attend when you are able. Sermon Based Small Group Starbuck: Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. at the Starbuck site. Attend when you are able.