
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
140 episodes
133: What do Weeding Gardens and WhirlyBall have to do with God? HOPE Youth share about Mission Trip 2025!
Hope Youth middle and high school students share their experiences from their summer mission trip to Detroit, Michigan, reflecting on service projects, memorable moments, and spiritual growth. Youth Director Jason Shinn discusses how the trip f...
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132: Cultivating Joy Together: Why Choosing Fun Matters in Your Marriage
Why does fun matter in a marriage and how do we fit it in? Amanda and Lou Cavaliere share how they've navigated the challenges of prioritizing fun in their 22-year marriage despite having completely different interests. Be sure to share with yo...
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131: Let's Go to the Movies This August!
Movies speak a universal language. They captivate us through stunning visuals, compelling characters, and transformative storytelling. But what if these blockbuster films contain profound spiritual truths hiding in plain sight? In this e...
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17:48

Second Listen: Voices of the Future: Exploring Faith through the Arts at Music Drama Camp
This episode originally aired in July of 2023, and we hope you enjoy it again as a Second Listen this year! From the original show notes: Are you ready to be inspired by the voices of the future? Join us on ...
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130: Faith and Anxiety with Pastor Heather Mandala and Ashley Black
What does it look like to pursue a life of faith while also living with the very real, every day experience of chronic mental health difficulties? In this episode, Pastor Heather shares about a recent small group she led around Faith and Anxiet...
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129: Meet HOPE Staff! Pastor James Lee
This week on the podcast, Pastor James joins us for a Staff Interview episode and answers all our fun "rapid fire" questions. Hear about his life, background, passions, what he's reading and what he loves about HOPE.
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128: God Writes a Better Story with Pastor James & Pastor Jeff
What does it mean to actively wait in a season of transition or when we find ourselves in the wilderness with God? On this special episode, Pastor Jeff and Pastor James join Communications Director Ashley Black to discuss the signif...
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127: What Makes a Church Grow? Lessons from Hope's Journey with Pastor Jeff Bills
As Pastor Jeff prepares to transition out of the role of Lead Pastor of HOPE at the end of June, we're speaking with him today about a few things he's learned along the way, specifically what makes a church well-positioned for growth. Take a li...
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126: Becoming Peacemakers and Building Bridges at Hope Kids
This week on the podcast we're catching up with HOPE Kids Director, Kasey Cornforth, as she shares about some exciting new things happening at HOPE Kids and what it means to raise kids to be peacemakers and bridge builders with a heart for Jesu...
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Second Listen: Juneteenth - History, Reflection, and Taking Action
This episode originally aired in June 2024, and we hope you enjoy it again as a Second Listen this year! Be sure to check out HOPE's social media or research in your own community for local Juneteenth events you can plan to be a part of!...
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125: Food, Faith, and Finding Hope: A Food Pantry Patron & Volunteer's Story.
This week on the podcast, we are grateful for a volunteer at Hope's Food Pantry who shares her story of finding both food assistance and a newfound family of support. Her story reminds us how HOPE's Food Pantry provides not just groceries but g...
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124: Third Tuesday at HOPE: Skip the Dishes, Find Your People
This week, we explore the powerful community-building impact of our monthly Third Tuesday dinners at Hope Church! Have you been to Third Tuesday yet? Maybe this is the one to come to! Sign up for the June 17 Third Tuesday at
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123: Hello, Preschool! A Parent's Guide to Preschool Readiness
Are you a first time parent with a little one who is quickly getting bigger? Wondering about all the big next steps such as preschool? Join in for this episode with Amanda Cavaliere of Tomorrow's Hope Preschool to hear her talk with our podcast...
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122: Why are you going on a Mission Trip? HOPE for Malawi in 2025.
Rick welcomes Katie Barok and Ryan Tomlinson to discuss Hope Church's first mission trip to Malawi, partnering with Urban Promise International to support education initiatives, including the new Longezo University project. Hear why both Katie ...
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121: Parenting 2025: Supporting New Moms
In this week's episode, we explore the complex realities of being new to motherhood with Gabby Morreale, LPC, and owner of Recovered and Restored Eating Disorder Therapy Center. We dive into conversations about mental load, body image, and find...
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118: You're Invited: What to Expect if you come to HOPE for the first time.
Thinking about coming to HOPE? Listen to this episode! We lay out everything you can expect as a new visitor. We also talk about how to start to get connected if you have been coming for a little while now and looking to take the next step!&nbs...
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Second Listen: How to Start Reading Your Bible
This episode originally aired on Sep 11, 2023 but we think it's worth taking a second to have a second listen, today! We'll be back next week with a new episode!Original Show Notes:Have you ever said (or thought) "I want to...
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117: Parenting 2025: Because They’re Gonna Google It, Let's Talk About It!
Talking to your kids about dating, relationships, and sex may be one of the most uncomfortable parenting responsibilities, but it doesn't have to be! In this episode, Jason Shinn (Hope Youth Director) and Amanda Cavaliere (Parenting and Marriag...
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116: HOPE in Motion: Creating Educational Pathways in Malawi with Lonjezo University
In this final episode of our four-part series, Pastor Jeff Bills talks with Bruce Main of UrbanPromise about Lonjezo University. The conversation reveals a pressing challenge in Malawi: only 3,000 university seats exist annually for more than 5...
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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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