Socially-distanced in person or via Zoom (link in the diary)

 

 Reflection for the third Sunday in Advent: 'FEARING'

 Reflection for the second Sunday in Advent: 'WAITING'

 Angels in the realms of Hebden Bridge

Reflection for the first Sunday in Advent: 'HOPING'

 Hope Chapel has provided a place of reflection, prayer and solace for generations, including at times of national crisis. Just as our building is emerging from months of restoration work, following the floods in February, we all now face further restrictions in the midst of the Covid-19 crisis. 

The new government guidance permits places of worship to be used for 'individual prayer' and Hope Chapel is intending to open its doors every day for anyone who wants to make some headspace for personal reflection or just take a break from seeing the same four walls. 

The large building is Covid-secure, with sanitising stations, a one-way system and even a new hi-tech ventilation system. From Thursday, we shall be open weekdays 4.30-6.00pm and at weekends 2.00-3.30pm and need volunteers to welcome visitors. So, if you can give a couple of hours of your time to help, email community@hope-baptist.org.uk

 

"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Jeremiah ch 29 v11

https://www.thefuelcast.com/library/2020-10-21-hope-poem-r3

 

Don't worry: The stairs are being replaced with a flood-proof version. All spik 'n span for October. 

 

[The righteous ruler] delivers the needy when they call, the poor and those who have no helper.

He has pity on the weak and the needy, and saves the lives of the needy.

Psalm 72

A familiar sign to anyone who's watched Hope Chapel over recent years. We're finally fixing the February flood damage ahead of reopening - Covid-safe - this Autumn. In the meantime, the chapel is open for personal prayer and reflection each Sunday afternoon and we gather on Zoom each Sunday morning.

It's your sanctuary space.

Open every Sunday for personal prayer and reflection 2.00-3.30pm.

All are welcome. 

Hope is found in many places at the moment in Hebden Bridge - including 10.30am on Sundays at Hope Chapel online.

For the programme and joining details, use the link in the 'The Diary' section. 

Vibrant spring colours replace the crown of thorns on the cross placed in front of Hope Chapel.

Happy Easter!

Our doors may be closed, but we bring a message of hope ... particularly in the week running up to Easter Sunday:

Maunday Thursday to Saturday
Communion and Tenebrae service, recorded in Hope Chapel and shared on Youtube: Click here


Easter Sunday
Informal celebration service, using Zoom (Click here) and including photos of garden tomb models shared by people in and around Hebden Bridge (send to community@hope-baptist.org.uk)

Members of this church and congregation continue to pray for the community that we serve and of which we are part.

If you wish to request prayer for yourself, your situation or something that is of concern to you, email with as much or as little information as you wish to share:

prayers@hope-baptist.org.uk

In line with guidance and in the interests of public safety, Hope Chapel will be closed for events and acts of worship for the foreseeable future. For now, we claim the comfort offered in the Psalms:

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore, we will not fear ...

He says, "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth."

The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.

(Psalm 46)

From Sunday 23rd Feb, the church family will be meeting for services in the wonderful White Lion pub while flood restoration work is carried out in the chapel.

We are aiming to be back in Hope Chapel to celebrate Easter, but will post updates as the work progresses. 

Partying in Hope Chapel while Storm Dennis gathers outside - and raising over £500 for the flood relief fund.

Another live band on Sunday (16th) for a 'Songs of Praise' special. 

Worship with a difference ... and a great band

Sunday 16th February - music starting at 10.15am

What’s your picture of heaven on earth in a modern world where injustice, poverty, discrimination and existential threats to the planet remain causes for concern?

Take a minute to make your contribution: Click here

Wednesdays 7.30-8.30am
Silent Sitting Meditation
Everyone welcome
Hope Baptist Chapel