Announcements

Shabbat Shalom and a warm welcome to everyone! With our recent stretch of triple-digit weather, we all know how intense a heat wave can be. Today, we pray for a different kind of breakthrough: a fresh heat wave of the Holy Spirit pouring down on our congregation. May His presence ignite our hearts, transform our worship, and fill us with a joy that we look forward to carrying with us! Welcome to the Voice of Hope! Welcome to God’s Oasis of Love!

Looking for a moment of peace and encouragement this week? We invite you to join us this Wednesday for a time of prayer and refreshment. Come to either of our weekly sessions to find renewed strength and hope. We will meet in person at 12:00 PM noon and offer a hybrid (in-person/Zoom) session at 7:00 PM. There is power when we pray together—join us and be encouraged.

Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is officially open at Parkview Adventist Academy! Join a community dedicated to “Educating to Empower and Inspiring to Serve.” Whether you’re looking for academic excellence or a supportive environment for your child to grow, we invite you to discover the Parkview difference. Take the next step and Visit us online at parkviewacademy.org or Call us at 405-427-6525. Secure your spot today and empower your student’s future!

Women’s Ministries warmly invites all ladies to our next Book Club meeting on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at the home of Sister Maria Meredith at the new time of 1:00 pm. We are excited to dive into our next selection, Blessed Is She: The Transforming Prayer Journals of 30 African American Women by Victoria Saunders McAfee. Please join us for an uplifting afternoon of rich discussion, mutual encouragement, and sisterhood. For the directions, or more details, please contact Sister Maria Meredith. We look forward to connecting and growing together!

Cookie Alert! Support the Voice of Hope Eagles! The Union Camporee is quickly approaching, and our Pathfinders need your help to get there! We are running a cookie fundraiser featuring freshly baked chocolate chip, peanut butter, sugar, and snickerdoodle treats. See your nearest Pathfinder to secure your order. All treats will be ready for pickup on September 12th. Let’s help our youth make lasting memories at camp!

Want to lead others to Christ with the compassion of the Apostle Paul? Personal Ministries invites you to our evangelism training. Learn the simple ABCs of sharing your faith boldly and effectively. Our next class will meet on September 5th. Our topic for that week will be how to overcome fear in evangelism. It’s not too late to join this class if you are interested in seeing souls saved in God’s eternal kingdom. See Sis. Michele Keyes today to join the mission!

Join us on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 12:00 PM as Hope Street Kitchen goes out to serve our community. We are offering a free Chinese buffet with fried rice, egg rolls, and water for anyone in need. Everyone is welcome. If you would like to support our ministry, financial donations and prayers mean a great deal to us. Thank you for your continued support!

Looking for a fun weekend the whole family can enjoy? Families with Adventurer-aged children are invited to attend the Southwest Region Conference Adventurer Family Retreat taking place September 18-20, 2026. Come enjoy a weekend of faith, fellowship, outdoor fun, and making lasting memories together! For more information you may contact Carl Birl, the conference Adventurer Coordinator or MaKaila Stafford, the Voice of Hope Adventurer Club Director.

Attention parents and grandparents: Finding the right Bible study or fitting devotions into a busy schedule can be hard. The Voice of Hope Library has a simple solution. For the month of August, we are featuring short, reflective books like “Bedtime Bible Stories” and “The Children’s Illustrated Bible” that are perfect for all ages. Visit our church library to explore our collection 30 minutes before and after our worship service! We look forward to sharing this spiritual journey with you and assisting you in helping our little ones grow spiritually!

Church family, please mark your calendars for September 5th! Our Adventist Youth Ministries will be hosting their next meeting, and the entire church family is warmly invited. Please come out to support, encourage, and fellowship with our young people. Let’s gather together for a wonderful time of learning, joy, and spiritual growth in Jesus.

Our Thought for the Week – “Evangelism is not so much about reminding people about how lost they are. But how loved they are.” -Randall Worley