Wednesday Lenten Social Supper
March 18, 2026 - 5:00pm
Hope Central Campus
Menu:
- Tuscan white bean soup with sausage and kale
- Pita pocket stuffed with grilled portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, melted mozzarella cheese, and chopped romaine with sundried tomato spread
- White chocolate raspberry tiramisu
*Menu is subject to change
Cost: $10
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required. No payment will be accepted after the registration deadline. You may register online using the buttons below or in person at the church office until sold out or prior to 12:00pm on Monday. Reservations are not available by telephone.
IMPORTANT: Due to the popularity of our meals and the arrival of seasonal residents, Social Suppers may sell out. Registration is first come, first serve. Please register as soon as possible.
Food Allergy Warning: Food may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish or wheat.
Food Allergy Warning: Food may contain or come into contact with common allergens, such as dairy, eggs, soybeans, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, shellfish or wheat.
Men of Hope Breakfast
Thursday, March 12 at 8:00am
Hope Central Campus
The next Men of Hope Breakfast will be held on Thursday, March 12 at Hope Central Campus. Breakfast begins promptly at 8:00am. All men and women are welcome! This session, Pastor John LeCain will give a talk entitled, "What Does Education Look Like in Today's Church?"
Breakfast is $10 per person. You must register online - click the link below. Everyone is welcome...and encouraged to bring a friend! Questions? Call Raybon Gilbert at (352) 205-2078.
Breakfast is $10 per person. You must register online - click the link below. Everyone is welcome...and encouraged to bring a friend! Questions? Call Raybon Gilbert at (352) 205-2078.
Women of Hope Breakfast Meeting
Thursday, March 19 at 9:00am
Hope Central Campus
The Women of Hope will welcome Nehemiah Wolfe, Chief of Community Watch, who will speak on Thursday, March 19, at 9:00am at the Hope Central Campus.
Chief Wolfe’s presentation will cover all the programs Community Watch comprises, including the familiar neighborhood patrols that Villagers see each day, but also a whole variety of programs—both in front of and behind the scenes—that provide peace of mind to Villagers, and support safety and wellness in the community. These include management of the House Check and Adult Watch programs, gate attendants, a 24/7 dispatch center, CHIRPS (Community Help Initiative Response Program), and much more. The Chief will also have some very useful take-home items for attendees.
Originally from Okahumpka, Chief Wolfe spent 30 years with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office before joining The Villages Community Development Districts in 2017. His passion is protecting and serving in the interest of public safety. Among other achievements, he organized the first Villages Golf Cart Charity Challenge Parade, which resulted in a Guinness World Record for the largest golf cart parade!
All women are invited to come and enjoy a delicious breakfast, fellowship, and this very informative presentation. Guests are always welcome! The cost is $10. Reserve your place by noon on Monday, March 16. If you have questions, please contact June Cook at (352) 430-5025.
Chief Wolfe’s presentation will cover all the programs Community Watch comprises, including the familiar neighborhood patrols that Villagers see each day, but also a whole variety of programs—both in front of and behind the scenes—that provide peace of mind to Villagers, and support safety and wellness in the community. These include management of the House Check and Adult Watch programs, gate attendants, a 24/7 dispatch center, CHIRPS (Community Help Initiative Response Program), and much more. The Chief will also have some very useful take-home items for attendees.
Originally from Okahumpka, Chief Wolfe spent 30 years with the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office before joining The Villages Community Development Districts in 2017. His passion is protecting and serving in the interest of public safety. Among other achievements, he organized the first Villages Golf Cart Charity Challenge Parade, which resulted in a Guinness World Record for the largest golf cart parade!
All women are invited to come and enjoy a delicious breakfast, fellowship, and this very informative presentation. Guests are always welcome! The cost is $10. Reserve your place by noon on Monday, March 16. If you have questions, please contact June Cook at (352) 430-5025.
Brothers in Song Spring 2026 Concert
Friday, March 20 at 6:00pm - Doors open at 5:15pm
Hope Central Campus
Hear The Villages' premier four-part men's chorus, and enjoy a wide range of music and fun that will surely keep you entertained!
How Can I Keep From Singing?
with Ben Osborne, Director & David Flanigan, Accompanist
When: Friday, March 20, 2026 at 6:00pm. Doors open at 5:15pm.
How Can I Keep From Singing?
with Ben Osborne, Director & David Flanigan, Accompanist
When: Friday, March 20, 2026 at 6:00pm. Doors open at 5:15pm.
Tickets: $20.
Seating: General Admission (Open Seating).
For More Information Contact: Jim Cunningham: (352) 750-9336 or email: BrothersInSongChorus@gmail.com
For More Information Contact: Jim Cunningham: (352) 750-9336 or email: BrothersInSongChorus@gmail.com
Al Ernst Comedy Show
Friday, March 27 at 7:00pm - Doors open at 6:15pm
Hope Central Campus
Back by popular demand! Don't miss this fantastic comedy show to benefit House of Hope.
Get ready to laugh with comedian Al Ernst, an international touring comic and 3-time Carnival Cruise Lines Entertainer of the Year! Also known as the Jester Dog, Al lives his famous mantra 'Laughter Saves Lives' every day.
House of Hope is a Christ-centered residential substance abuse recovery program in Wildwood for men who desire lasting freedom from addiction.
Registration is required. The cost is $15 per person in advance, or $20 per person at the door.
Al is a Hope favorite - so don't wait to register! Invite your friends and neighbors to join you.
Get ready to laugh with comedian Al Ernst, an international touring comic and 3-time Carnival Cruise Lines Entertainer of the Year! Also known as the Jester Dog, Al lives his famous mantra 'Laughter Saves Lives' every day.
House of Hope is a Christ-centered residential substance abuse recovery program in Wildwood for men who desire lasting freedom from addiction.
Registration is required. The cost is $15 per person in advance, or $20 per person at the door.
Al is a Hope favorite - so don't wait to register! Invite your friends and neighbors to join you.
Josh Wilson - In Concert!
Friday, April 17 - 6:00pm
Hope Central Campus
The incredible Dove-Award nominee and ASCAP Christian Songwriter / Artist of the Year JOSH WILSON is coming to Hope Lutheran Church this April! This is your chance to see one of the most engaging solo performers in Christian music.
You know his music from Christian radio...now you can see Josh Wilson LIVE right here at Hope. Known for his unforgettable one-man-band live shows, he loops, layers, and switches instruments in real time, sometimes playing as many as 20 in a single night.
You know his music from Christian radio...now you can see Josh Wilson LIVE right here at Hope. Known for his unforgettable one-man-band live shows, he loops, layers, and switches instruments in real time, sometimes playing as many as 20 in a single night.
With over two decades in the industry, millions of streams, and multiple Top 10 radio singles, Josh has built a career on catchy melodies, deep lyrics, and a mission to make people feel less alone.
His newest single, Who's My Neighbor? is a joyful and timely reminder to love everyone, without exception. Inspired by the parable of the Good Samaritan, the chorus says, “Love my neighbor. Who’s my neighbor? Everyone.” The song offers a message of unity and kindness in a divided time, grounded in Josh’s Christian faith and his own journey through addiction, anxiety, and depression. Now eight years sober, he continues to share songs of hope, honesty, and healing for anyone who needs to hear they are not alone.
You can learn more at his website: www.joshwilsonmusic.com.