Reverend Ed Brock thinks hope contributes to the well-being and flourishing of individuals, families, congregations, and communities. Yet, our world evokes both hope and pessimism. How then can we justify choosing hope over pessimism in our daily lives, in our community and congregation?  Reverend Ed Brock will share his thoughts on this subject Sunday, April 7 and present why he believes it is possible and imperative to affirm hope despite all the challenges we face.