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Regional GCC Worship & Prayer Night

Friday | November 1, 2024 | 7pm (Doors Open 6:30pm)

Join us for the Regional GCC Worship & Prayer Night on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 7pm. We will gather at Hope Bible Church Markham for a night filled with praise, prayer, and fellowship with brothers and sisters from neighbouring churches. We believe in the power of worship and prayer as we join together as a community. After the service, light refreshments will be provided. Please note that childcare is not available. Register here.

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Pack a Christmas Shoebox

October 13 - November 17, 2024

It’s almost Christmas! Let’s partner with Samaritan’s Purse to pack gift-filled shoeboxes for children in need around the world. Mark 10:14 reminds us to let the children come to Jesus; each shoebox is an opportunity to share the Gospel and show God’s love. To participate, pick up some labels in the church foyer. We have run out of shoeboxes, but you can use any shoebox or plastic container from home. Then, go shopping for gifts — click here for gift suggestions. Remember to pray for the children before returning your packed shoeboxes to the designated area in the foyer by November 17. Thank you for your generosity!

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Pray with the Elders

Monday | November 4, 2024 | 7pm - 8pm | Lower Level Multipurpose Room

Come and pray with the Elders. Your presence is valued, and your prayers are appreciated. As it's written in Matthew 18:20, "For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Let's unite in faith and make a difference as a church family. See you there!

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Hope Women's Ministry

Mom & Tot

Monday | November 4, 2024 | 10am - 12pm | Upper Hope Kids Area

Looking for a welcoming space to connect with other moms during the week? Join us for our Mom & Tot drop-in every first Monday of the month, from 10am - 12pm, in the upper Hope Kids area. Each session offers circle time for the little ones, along with engaging discussions on relevant parenting topics for moms. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends while your kids enjoy a safe and fun environment to play. We hope to see you and your kiddos there! Our next playdate is on Monday, November 4, 2024, from 10am - 12pm. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Pia Almacen.

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Step 1

Sunday | November 10, 2024 | 11am | Integration Room

If you’re ready to get connected to Hope Markham, Step 1 is for you. Step 1 is the first of two classes and a great opportunity to learn more about Hope, and find out how to take your next steps in getting plugged in. Classes will be in-person, click here to register.

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Serving Opportunities

Immediate Serving Needs

We have immediate needs for those who can serve in these areas: Hope Kids -- Nursery (9am), ECE (11am), SK - Gr.1 (9am & 11am) -- contact Jenn Lui. Welcome Team -- Ushers & Greeters (11am) -- contact Mihir Sircar or Sarah Lazres. If you would like to serve in other areas according to the gifts God has given you, we would love for you to join us! Explore other serving opportunities here.

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Prayer Team

Every Sunday | 9 am & 11 am

Here at Hope Markham, we believe firmly in the power of prayer. We invite you to join us in an ongoing effort to depend on God through unceasing prayer. Our prayer team meets to pray during the 9am and 11am service on Sundays. We are always looking for more people to join! If you feel called to serve in this way, please email prayer@hopemarkham.ca. We believe that our prayers make an impact in our church and beyond, and we look forward to praying together on Sunday mornings!

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Hope Kids Library & Online Catalog

Open every Sunday after service

Our Hope Kids resource library, located upstairs next to the nursing room, has a growing and diverse range of titles, from picture books to parenting guides, catering to both children and parents. Our library is open on Sundays. For security reasons, during service hours, the doors to the kids' area remain locked. However, after the service, parents and children are encouraged to browse the collection freely. We've also made it more convenient for you by putting our library catalog on the Church Center app, allowing you to explore books from the comfort of your home and borrow them when you come on Sunday. When you're ready to borrow or return, simply head over to the Hope Kids registration desk, where our friendly team will be ready to assist you.

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Hope Youth Winter Camp

Sr. High Winter Camp (Gr. 9-12): January 10-12, 2025 | Jr. High Winter Camp (Gr. 6-8): January 24-26, 2025

Winter Camp is an unforgettable weekend retreat where we join together with other GCC Youth Ministries to grow in our relationship with the Lord. We do this through main teaching time, small group discussions, and activities. Our hope and prayer is that students will come home spurred on in their walk with Christ. It will be happening at Muskoka Woods. We will be meeting at Hope Bible Church Markham to travel by bus together there and back. The cost to attend Winter Camp is $238 per camper. If you have need for financial assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to Matt Rohr. Jr. High Winter Camp: click here to register. Sr. High Winter Camp: click here to register.

What is Child Dedication?
  1. As a Christian parent, by dedicating your child to the Lord, you are acknowledging your need for God in your family. You are inviting God to be active in your family life, submitting your own desires for your child to God’s desires, and making a commitment to raise your child in God’s way. Parents are acknowledging that we believe that God must be a part of our family life if it is to be good and healthy. (Psalm 127:1)
  2. Parents are acknowledging that their child is a gift from God and they are earthly stewards of the life God has placed in their home. (Psalm 127:3-5)
  3. Parents are publicly declaring their intention to raise their child in such a way that they are given an opportunity to know God and to establish a personal relationship with Christ. Parents’ actions in raising their children are important to God. We have a responsibility as followers of Christ to raise our children in a way that will please the Lord.  The responsibilities the Lord has entrusted to parents include continuously praying for their children, instructing them in the way of the Lord, setting a godly example, and disciplining them as the Lord would discipline us. As parents, you are only able to do these things through Christ’s strength. (Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Ephesians 6:4)
  4. Parents are affirming their total dependence upon the Lord. (John 15:5)
  5. Parents are asking family, friends and the church community to prayerfully support and hold them accountable to these commitments. (Hebrews 10:24-25)
  6. Parents are following the Scriptural example of dedicating children to the Lord given in 1 Samuel 1:11, 26-28, where Hannah vowed to dedicate her child to the Lord if He would grant her one. The Lord honored her request and she kept her vow, dedicating Samuel to the Lord. (1 Samuel 1:11 )