Events & InformaTION

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Hope Movie Night

Hope is launching a monthly Movie Night beginning Friday, July 17. The first movie is The Prince of Egypt. The summer movies will be outside, weather permitting, at the church. There is no charge for the movie. Complimentary popcorn and snowcones will be available for all as well.


Church members and members of the community are invited to attend. The show begins at 7pm.


We Hope to see you at this wonderful family event of fellowship and fun!

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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.

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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.


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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!


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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.


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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.


Share the Joy food drive poster from Hope Lutheran Church, asking to continue to pray, with 2026 save-the-date dates.

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. 


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.


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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.