Sermons - Hanover Evangelical Friends Church

Waiting On God
Pastor Ed will share from the James passage on how to learn to wait on God through the example of the farmer, prophet & Job.
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- Men's Study: Life of Joseph (Launch Room) ~ Every Wednesday at 6:30pm
- Men's Breakfast (Gym) ~ Third Saturday of the month at 8am
- Men's Night Out (Local Restaurant) ~ One Wednesday every other Month at 6:30pm. (3/18/26 meet at Fire and Chicken)
- Noble Warriors Men's Conference (Richmond) ~ March 21st, 2026 at Grove Church from 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Women’s Bible Study: Fearless Forgiveness
Beginning January 14, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Fearless Forgiveness is a ten-week study exploring the important topic of forgiving, God’s heartbeat and His desire for each of us. Workbooks are $14. See the sign-up sheet on the Education Bulletin Board.
2026 Sanctuary Caretakers Needed
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Sunday School Teachers Needed
Children’s Ministry is in need of someone to cover Week 4 for Children’s Church, a Sunday School Teacher for our 3rd–5th graders, and a few Substitute Teachers for both Sunday School and Children’s Church. For more information, please contact Casey Warburton @caseyrot09@gmail.com.
Church Potluck
Join us every second Sunday for our church potluck following the service. Bring a favorite dish to share and enjoy a time of food, fellowship, and community together. Everyone is welcome, and there is always plenty to go around!
Heart & Soul Fellowship Groups
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Noble Warriors Men’s Conference 2026
March 21 @ 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Grove Church at 8701 Ridge Rd, Richmond, VA 23229

Early bird prices end March 12th.

We need to have at least 10 people attend. The group rate has been graciously extended beforehand in good faith that we will be able to recruit 10 men.
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Women-In-The-Vine-Soup Social
March 6^th@ 5:30 PM in the Gym & Youth Room. Come as you are and take a seat at the table. We’ll enjoy comforting soups, fresh bread, and desserts while sharing conversation, laughter, and stories of God’s faithfulness. RSVP by March 1^st on the bulletin board. All Ladies 18 and up are encouraged to attend.

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Waiting On God

March 1, 2026 by Ed Vinson

Pastor Ed will share from the James passage on how to learn to wait on God through the example of the farmer, prophet & Job.

Finding Mr. or Mrs. Right: Principles For Finding God’s Will

March 17, 2024 by Ed Vinson

Pastor Ed shares highlights of the beautiful love story of Isaac and Rebekkah and principles for finding God's will in other important decisions.

Pursue Everything Patiently

February 4, 2024 by Ed Vinson

Pastor Ed share's Hagar's story, which teaches us about having patience with God's Word, will and ways and how He reaches out to us in our pain.

Sermon Series: James: How To

How To Be Patient

April 10, 2022 by Ed Vinson

We all need more patience. James uses three illustrations to teach us the when, why and how of patience.

Sermon Series: Fruit of the Spirit

Patience: Managing Your Anger

May 17, 2020 by Ed Vinson

This sermon deals with patience in light of our relationships particularly with anger and gives 7 keys for handling your anger effectively.