Summer Update

The first official day of summer for Henrico County students began...with rain. We woke on Monday morning to a steady pounding rain, keeping us from our normal morning walk and making the first day of swim lessons a little less than appealing! But that couldn't shake my happy mood---aah, summer! Schedules relax a bit, the long bright mornings and lazy evenings make even the work day seem shorter.

Around Hope, there are several opportunities to take a hold of in the summer months. Obviously, summer takes us to many different places, and none of these groups will begrudge you your vacation (well, maybe a little...) So don't let swim meets, vacation plans or work trips hold you back. Come when you came and enjoy great fellowship. What category works for you?

I want to keep learning.
Then check out the Wednesday night bible study on Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World, or how about a co-ed night? Thursday nights start a summer study on Spiritual Transformation, led by Brad and Marmi Houff. Childcare is provided at $50/family for the whole summer. Talk about a cheap date!
Email: Susan @ biblicalsolutionsllc@verizon.net; Wednesday night
bhouff@hopecentral.com; Thursday night.

Aaah...What Can I Do With My Kids?
Check out Hope's weekly playgroup for the wee ones, and Summer of Arts, offering different classes all day long from July 21-24. Mark the calendar, baby!

I need something low-commitment!
Then enjoy some summer reading, with Alicia Britt Chole's new release Finding an Unseen God. Discussions will take place in three-session groups starting in July.
Email Nicole at nicoleunice@gmail.com for Near West End;
or Melissa at moneilldog@gmail.com .

To stay up to date on women and family happenings, make sure you are ON THE LIST...go to Hope Central and click on "weekly email signup" in the top left corner.

Happy Summer and we'll see you around Hope!