September 12, 2026

• Shabbat Shalom and a warm welcome to you all! Today, we are honored to celebrate Holy Communion together. Whether you are visiting for the first time or this is your spiritual home, it is our prayer that you experience the Divine presence in a profound and personal way today. May you leave this service truly encouraged, transformed, and inspired on your spiritual journey home. 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.


• Parkview Adventist Academy is excited to announce our annual Walk-A-Thon on Wednesday, October 7th! This year, our goal is to raise $25,000 to purchase a brand-new school sign. A new sign will vastly improve our visibility from the main road and proudly represent our school community. To help us reach this milestone, please turn in all pledges by Friday, October 2nd. Your support is deeply needed and greatly appreciated. Thank you for investing in the lives and futures of our students!


• Greetings to all the Men of Hope. All men, young and old, are invited to a special fellowship event on tomorrow, Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 11 AM. We will gather at Elder Herschel Brown’s house for a day of food, football, fun and fellowship. Come relax and connect with other men and followers of Christ. Our activities for the day include watching football, playing billiards, dominoes, and cards. Food and refreshments will be provided. ” Are you ready for some football?” Please contact Elder Herschel Brown if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!


• Calling all Women of Voice of Hope! Are you ready for relaxation, sisterhood, and spiritual growth? Join us for an unforgettable Women’s Cruise from July 11 – 17, 2027! We will be stepping aboard the Symphony of the Seas, a truly incredible ship, to visit Costa Maya, Cozumel, and Roatan. This will be a powerful time of faith, fellowship, and fun. Don’t wait—put this on your calendar and start saving your spots now. See Sister Maria Meredith to find out how you can join us!


• 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 today after church. Our topic for this week will be how to inspire others to become soul winners. 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!


• Family Ministries will be hosting their Annual Hayride & Bonfire Night on Saturday, October 10th at 6 pm at Orr Family Farm. The cost is $25 per person. Load up your family and friends and come join us for an evening of worship, food, and fun. See Sis. Shartina Stafford for more information. Sign up today!!


• 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.


• Exciting Reminder: VOH church library is open 30 minutes before & after Sabbath services! We invite you to come & see our wonderful selection of reading materials. Our book of the month for September is , 60 Ways to Energize Your Life. This book offers one-page short stories on a variety of topics. From miracle beans to doing God a favor, this book beautifully blends personal life events, science, and scripture into an enjoyable and easy read for anyone. Come and check us out! You just might find the inspiration you’ve been looking for or uncover a fascinating new topic of interest.


• The Oklahoma Youth Federation is right around the corner, and we are excited to gather in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the weekend of October 16 and 17. This year’s inspiring theme is “Check Your GPS: God’s Plan in Scripture,” focusing on a powerful weekend of worship, fellowship, and service. The festivities kick off on Friday night with a Meet and Greet at the Bethel Church, providing the perfect opportunity to connect before the main events. On Sabbath morning, our worship service will be held at the Covenant Family Church, located at 725 E. 36th Street N. Following the morning service, we will put our faith into action with a community outreach initiative starting at 3:00 PM. We will then head back to the Bethel Church at 5:00 PM for a dynamic Adventist Youth (AY) program. Come prepared for a full day of meaningful worship and community impact, and plan to stay for an exciting social gathering that Saturday night to close out the weekend together. Come ready for a life-changing weekend of worship, community impact, and fellowship. We cannot wait to see you there!

Our Thought for the Week – For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, that you through His poverty might become rich. -2 Corinthians 8:9 NLT