Events & InformaTION
Noon Organ Recital
Hope Parish Music Director Jessica Finley will perform an Organ Recital at 12:15pm Thursday, July 30.
The Fond du Lac Area Organists Association Summer Noon Organ Recitals occur in area churches on Thursdays, from 12:15 -12:45 pm.
Concerts are presented free of charge. A free will offering is taken for the continuation of summer organ recitals and for scholarships to encourage young people to become part of a new generation of organists.
Custodian Position Available
After 20 years of wonderful service, Nadine, our beloved custodian for the office and preschool, is retiring! We want to express our deepest gratitude to Nadine for her two decades of dedication, care, and commitment to our church community.
With her retirement, we are now accepting applications for this part-time position. If you or someone you know is interested in joining our team, please contact Dean Birschbach at (920) 579-4554 for more information.
CHURCH PICNIC 2026
The annual church picnic is set for Sunday, September 13. We will gather at 10:00am for our worship service in Hope's newly finished outdoor pavilion - followed up with delicious food, fellowship and fun!
We Hope to see you there!
wALLEYE wEEKEND
Hope has a concession stand at Walleye Weekend in Family Land. We serve brats, burgers, hot dogs, ice cream sundaes and sno-cones. This is a fun time for our congregation to work together in His service to others!
Volunteer sign up sheets are in the narthex for those who can help at Walleye Weekend and to make donations. Your past support has made it possible for us to continue to support the needs of our church and community.
100% of our profits goes back to the Fond du Lac community. Through charities which reach beyond our church, ALL profit from every purchase that is made affects many individuals of all ages in many specific and sometimes tough circumstances.
Our profits for this year are supporting the follow local charities;
St. Katharine Drexel Shelter,
Charis Pregnancy Help Center,
The Salvation Army of Fond du Lac, and
Sleep in Heavenly Peace - WI, Fond du Lac. Tips will go to
Whisper Hill Clydesdales Special Needs.
Questions can be directed to any committee member: Jessica and Dan Joseph, Laura Dow, Barb and Pete Sippel, Cory Siedschlag, Tom and Jill Gendron, Ryan Hopp, Rev. Bill Gruenstern, or Pastor Enderle.
vbs 2026
VBS 2026 is coming! This year's theme is Rainforest Falls, Exploring the Nature of God, and is open for students entering PreK-5th grade. The dates are June 15-18, 4:30-7:00pm.
Rainforest Falls uses Bible stories to teach children about the nature and character of God – that He made us, knows everything, loves us, and He is our safe place in hard times.
Click here to register today! If you can help out this year, please contact Jessica Finley at jfinley@lifeathope.org.
Preschool & 4K Registrations
Preschool & 4K registrations for the 2026-27 school year are available now.
Click here to download the 2026-27 Hope Preschool & 4K enrollment and tuition/fees forms.
Updates to online giving
Members who gave online through 2025 are encouraged to create a new login on Hope's website to continue giving online. Click the "Give" link on the website and select the 2026 online giving option where you can set up your new account.
You are able to send your offerings through electronic transfer. One-time or reoccurring payments can be setup using either a checking/savings account or a credit card. All transactions are secured. This service also allows members to electronically make their MRD from their 401.
Contact the church office with any questions you may have.
loaves & fishes 2026
Would you like to show you care about the less fortunate people in Fond du Lac? Volunteering to serve is a great way to work with and get to know people of all ages from Hope. There are several ways you can help us with Loaves and Fishes.
- Volunteer to serve. Meal preparation starts at 3:30pm at Church of Peace.
- Bake homemade cookies that will be served with the meals.
- Contribute to “Hope Lutheran Loaves & Fishes." Money is directly used to purchase chicken, potatoes, bread, and fresh carrots for the meals.
Save the 2026 Dates: August 3rd, September 28th, November 23rd.
Contact Sandy Barber at 923-474 or Kim Ross at 204-2038 for more information.
Pantry of hope
Located in room H102, is available to members of Hope anytime the administrative building is open.
People from the community are served the last Wednesday of each month from 9:00-1:00 by appointment. Bookings can be scheduled through Hope’s website or by calling 920-375-4960.
Many thanks to our church family for the generous support we have received over the past six years. Pantry of Hope would not exist without you!
For more information, please contact Sandy Barber or Jon Moen.
rides to church
The Board of Outreach is providing free rides to and from church for those in need.
Contact Quality Cab at 920.929.8888 one day in advance of your transportation needs.
Prayer Chain
Hope has an active prayer chain. All prayers are confidential and may be submitted anonymously.
Fill out a request card, found on the tables as you enter the Sanctuary, or call Darlene Engle at 920-923-5314.
MARTHA MINISTRY
Martha Ministry provides homecooked meals made and delivered with love - and sometimes a hug! If you've been hospitalized, had a ba-by, been ill, or just need a boost, we can help.
Contact Katherine Enderle at 608-343-1047 (call or text) or k.enderle@yahoo.com with your request, or to offer to help.
SCRIP
Help support Hope’s Music Ministry by purchasing SCRIP cards. The cards can be used for everyday living expenses and business/leisure travel. Proceeds from the card sales help support Hope’s Music Ministry throughout the year.
You can download the order forms here.
Forms and payment (cash or check) can be dropped off at the SCRIP booth in the Narthex on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month.
WORSHIP ONLINE
Weekly services can be accessed on the homepage of our website at www.lifeathope.org, as well as facebook.com/lifeathope, instagram.com/lifeathope and youtube.com/@lifeathope.
