
The Meet Hope Podcast
A place to have conversations about faith and hope. Created and Hosted by the staff at HOPE Church in Voorhees, NJ.
Episodes
121 episodes
115: HOPE in Motion - Beyond "Cringe": Designing Church Spaces That Kids Actually Want
Hope Church's Family Ministry team shares their vision for two reimagined classrooms as part of the Hope in Motion capital campaign, addressing crucial gaps for children with special needs and fourth/fifth graders in transition between children...
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114: Hope in Motion: An LED Wall and How Technology Helps Tell God's Story
What happens when centuries-old traditions of visual storytelling meet cutting-edge digital technology? At Hope Church, the answer comes in the form of an LED wall that promises to transform the worship experience.Join some of HOPE's st...
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113: HOPE in Motion: Investing in the Future
From a simple phone call asking "what can we do for Jeff when he retires?" emerged Hope in Motion, a capital campaign aimed at raising funds for innovative initiatives both locally and globally. In this conversation, Pastor Rick talks with Past...
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Second Listen: Bridging Faith and Technology: Finding Community Online with James Lee
Hello, HOPE Podcast Listeners; we live in a fast-paced world where new material and ideas are thrown at you 24/7. Some of you told us this and said, "I want to listen to everything, but it's hard to catch up!" Well, we're here to help. We desir...
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112: Meet HOPE Staff! Keith Mallon shares about Faith and Facilities at HOPE.
Keith Mellon shares his journey of faith and service as the Facilities Manager at Hope Church. Discover what drives him to make a difference in the community and how he felt led to this role after searching for his own church family. <...
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111: From Calling to Community: Pastor James Lee’s Story
Pastor James Lee shares his inspiring journey of faith, growth, and finding his calling to ministry. Through transformative experiences, he reveals how he became a passionate advocate for community and service within the church.Hear Jame...
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110: The Next Chapter for HOPE: A Conversation with Pastor Jeff and Pastor James
Join in on the podcast this week where Pastor Rick talks with Pastor Jeff and Pastor James about the process that led to being appointed as HOPE's next lead pastor. Hear from both about what excites them about the future of HOPE as we get to kn...
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109: Embracing Silence: A Journey of Faith and Transformation in Guatemala with Christian Boynton
You're invited into a conversation with Christian Boynton about his transformative experience serving in Guatemala with the Peace Corps. Through personal stories, he shares how the power of silence and community impacted his faith and understan...
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Second Listen: Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable
Hello HOPE Podcast Listeners, we are EXCITED about what we have coming your way throughout 2025. That being said, ALOT of the feedback some of you gave us in the last year was that it's hard to keep up sometimes! We recognize that we live in a ...
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108: Parenting in 2025: Parenting Under Pressure
What are your hopes as a parent in 2025? What are you happy to say good bye to and leave behind in 2024? Hear from Amanda Cavaliere - Preschool Director & Marriage and Family Coordinator as we talk about navigating the unrelenting pressures...
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Your TOP 3 of 2024: #1 - 80: Parenting Teens and Tweens and How to Not Do It Alone
Hello listeners! Happy January! We're so thankful we get to share stories and nurture our faith here on the podcast, together, because of listeners like you! As we enter into a new year, we wanted to take some time to look back and share your t...
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Your TOP 3 of 2024: #2 - 81: How Community Makes a Difference with Frank and Christy Appello, Part 1.
Hello listeners! Happy January! We're so thankful we get to share stories and nurture our faith here on the podcast, together, because of listeners like you! As we enter into a new year, we wanted to take some time to look back and share your t...
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Your TOP 3 of 2024: #3 - Listening for God with More Than Your Ears with Pastor Heather Mandala
Hello listeners! Happy New Year! Did you know that we celebrated 3,951 downloads last year? We get to share stories and nurture our faith here, together, because of you! As we enter into a new year, we wanted to take some time to look back and ...
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107: Encounter Advent 5 - Jesus is Rabbi, Teacher, Messiah
In our latest Meet Hope podcast episode, we sit down with Olivia Salandra, a dedicated high school English teacher, who opens up about the joys and challenges of creating a classroom where students feel free to explore and express their thought...
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106: Encounter Advent 4 - Jesus is the Lamb of God
In this special series for Advent called, "Encounter Loves Pure Light," we're here to guide you through the season with a fresh perspective and creative reflection. Join us this week as we talk with Battalion Chief George Read. What drive...
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105: Encounter Advent 3 - Jesus is Fully Human, With Us
In this special series for Advent called "Encounter Loves Pure Light," we're here to guide you through the season with a fresh perspective and creative reflection. Join us this week as Matt and Rachel Abad, both healthcare professionals a...
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104: Encounter Advent 2 - Jesus is Light and Life
How does light shape our lives? In this special series for Advent called, "Encounter Loves Pure Light," we're here to guide you through the season with a fresh perspective and creative reflection. Join us this week as we illuminate the po...
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103: Encounter Advent 1 - Jesus is The Word
What if the words you choose could transform your relationships and deepen your connection with God and others? In this special series for Advent called, "Encounter Loves Pure Light," we're here to guide you through the season with a fres...
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102: Perfection is Not Our Goal at the Holidays (or ever)
Thanksgiving is this Thursday, but Amanda Cavaliere (THPS Preschool Director, Marriage & Parenting Coordinator) and Heather Mandela (Pastor of Families) are here to convince us that gratitude shouldn’t wait for a holiday invitation. Join in...
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101: What is God's Invitation to You? Stories of Faith and Why the Church Makes a Difference in Our Lives
This week on the podcast, Ashley chats with ministry leaders Andrew Barber and Jason Shinn as they share their unique paths into church ministry. We also talk about how everyday interactions can be powerful avenues for meaningful connections an...
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100: The Meet Hope Podcast Celebrates 100 Episodes!
Join in with us as we CELEBRATE this week! The Meet Hope Podcast published it's 100th episode this week and we are so grateful to each and every one of you who listens and makes it possible to keep going! We gather six of HOPE's incredibl...
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99: Inside Out: Bridging Emotions and Spirituality for Kids
Join us on the Meet Hope podcast for this week's fun conversation with Kasey Cornforth, HOPE Kids Director! Ever wondered how you can connect emotions with spirituality for kids? Kasey introduces an innovative small group initiative inspired by...
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98: Unity, Humility, Love, and How We Choose Them Right Now with Pastors Jeff Bills & Heather Mandala
Are you feeling the stress and tension of existing alongside others who think or feel differently than you right now? Join in as Pastor Jeff Bills shares insights from Andy Stanley's compelling book "Not In It To Win It." We confront the challe...
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97: Worship Songs that Stick With Us with Olivia Salandra and Ryan Tomlinson
Join Worship Director Andrew Barber, along with our guests Ryan and Olivia, as we explore the idea of throwback worship music and why those songs stick with us. Be sure to come to worship night on
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96: "We'd Love to Have You." (Part 2) Stories of HOPE's Food Pantry with Dave Falcone
Join in for the second of two episodes where Dave Falcone, Executive Pastor and now HOPE Food Pantry Director, shares stories of local businesses, volunteers, and organizations that make the pantry a cornerstone of community support. This episo...
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