Welcome to New Hope Lutheran Church

One BIG reason; the times.  We’re in what social scientists refers to as ”liminal”time.  This means we experience rapid change and uncertain outcomes.   Weather patterns, politics, population, economics, diseases, food distribution, and every life context is in flux.   Also, in any field of study from astrophysics, to psychology to basics automobile mechanics, plumbing and even sewing machines…humans are deluged with an astounding array of knowledge which constantly increases and is challenging to learn. 

Our congregation changed after COVID and continues to change.  

Some basics which don’t change: (1) God’s love proclaimed and (2) Sacraments given.  The proclamation is delivered in worship and communications like this.  Plus our personal and congregation ministry where we extend God’s love to others.  

An ancient symbol of the “church” is an anchor which holds steady.  This doesn’t mean that we keep the same songs and worship styles and never change them.  Congregations must move with the times;  blending the old with new.  

But the basics hold steady.  We are called to be wise and faithful Christians in these changing times.  We are beloved by God and each other.  Our congregation is God’s gift to hold us steady.  

Here we go!  

Interim Pastor Jeff Swanson