Real Hope. Real Life.

01/04/2022

What do we do when we want to be more like Christ, but find ourselves responding to situations in the same old ways? This highly practical 6-session course focuses on connecting the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the struggles of everyday life! "Real Change" is for women who want to grow to be more like Jesus and pursue biblical, heart-focused change.

We will meet Thursdays starting January 13th through February 17th from 7-8:30 p.m. on ZOOM. Register here! https://www.theorchardefc.org/event/4164568-2022-01-13-real-change-for-women/

06/02/2021

How does who we believe we are affect how we live? Ladies, you're invited to our next Women's Event: "The View of You" on Sunday, June 6, 6:30 - 8 p.m. as we explore this topic in Luke 18:9-14.

We will meet outside on the church lawn (weather permitting) and look forward to enjoying time together. 🌳 Bring a lawn chair and invite a friend!

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3yiH9pf

04/03/2021

Happy Easter weekend, friends! HE IS RISEN! ✝️ Therefore, we echo: "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead." (1 Peter 1:3)

03/28/2021

"And the crowds that went before him and that followed him were shouting, 'Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!'" (Matthew 21:9) 🌿

Jesus, the Savior of the world, has come to save and rescue us. We proclaim "Hosanna!" now in victory thanks to His selfless sacrifice on the cross. Death is defeated. Sins are forgiven. We are cleansed by the Savior's blood and made new!

Salvation has come! Hosanna! 🌿

03/11/2021

“When I have lost all I have in the world, liberty, and livelihood, and almost life itself, yet I have not lost my interest in God. Portions on earth are perishing things, but God is portion for ever." (Matthew Henry, 1662-1714)

03/05/2021

May you delight today knowing that the Lord is the strength of your heart and your portion FOREVER! ♥️

02/04/2021

How can God use us in an odd season like this? Join us at The Orchard Barrington (in person OR online) Friday, February 12, 7-8:30 p.m. as we hear messages of encouragement about how God can use us for His good purposes! Invite a friend or two!

Let us know you're attending here: https://theorchardefc.org/event/1957422-2021-02-12-womens-event-how-can-god-use-me/

02/01/2021

Take heart, sisters. Jesus is the Creator, sovereign, and in control of the universe!

Read Nancy's story of facing the uncertainty and unknown: https://realhopereallife.com/nancys-story-growing-faith-in-uncertainty-and-the-unknown/

01/29/2021

✨ NEW POST!

Do your thoughts get clouded by fear of the unknown and uncertainty? Maybe it's the pandemic, tensions in our country, or something else. If you're like Nancy, who says, "I like the predictable. I like a plan. I like to know what to expect. And when I’m faced with uncertainty and the unknown, I can’t do that and tension builds in me. I feel like I’ve been forced into a metal box; lid slammed shut and I’m trapped. I’m helpless!" ... then this story is for YOU!

Nancy applies the truths of the Gospel into her worries and fears, saying, "Jesus promises the gift of peace (John 14:27). Jesus’ peace is unlike the world’s—defined as the absence of conflict. His peace is peace in the middle of it. I gave away the gift of peace because I took my eyes off Jesus and looked at events around me. When I hold tightly to Jesus’ peace my faith grows."

We pray her truth-filled words bless you today!

I like the predictable. I like a plan. I like to know what to expect. And when I’m faced with uncertainty and the unknown, I can’t do that and tension builds in me. I feel like …

01/07/2021

In today's tense and divisive political climate, may Sandy's story of facing differing political views with family with the truth of the Gospel encourage and bless you!

Videos and stories like Sandy's are available on our YouTube channel and at www.realhopereallife.com.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VROo5GzCrdQ&feature=emb_logo

Sandy shares the frustrations she's had with a relative over political discussions -- and most importantly -- how the truth of God's Word speaks into her sit...

12/27/2020

What do we do when we want to be more like Christ, but find ourselves responding to situations in the same old ways? This highly practical six-session course focuses on connecting the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the struggles of everyday life! It is for people who want to grow to be more like Jesus and pursue biblical, heart-focused change.

We will meet Wednesdays, January 6 - February 10, 7-8:30 p.m. on Zoom. Register here! https://theorchardefc.org/event/1936151-2021-01-06-real-change-for-women/

12/25/2020

"A thrill of hope, the weary world rejoices!" May you experience real hope from Jesus Christ this Christmas and New Year! Merry Christmas, dear sisters! 🎄

🎁 "In him was life, and the life was the light of men. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." (John 1:4-5)