In August 2003, Amanda moved to Courtice to start her first ever teaching job at Immanuel Christian School in Oshawa. She was 22, sky, single and alone. Amanda tried out various churches and eventually felt at home at Hope Fellowship.
Dear Friends of Hope Fellowship, Twenty years ago, we arrived in Oshawa, with 3 little children in tow. We enjoyed a warm welcome at Zion and quickly became part of the church family. From midnight hockey, to Coffee Break, Praise Team, and Cadets, we found a place where we felt a part of the community.
Happy Mother's Day! But perhaps you are looking at today with regret and brokenness. Maybe you find yourself mourning that which you never had. If so, here are some survival tips for you.
Over the past few weeks, Vickie and I have been talking about more courageously following the promptings of the Hold Spirit. A few days ago, I had this feeling that I needed to leave the push bar on "open" in case someone needed access to the church...