INFORMATION GUIDE WEST DES MOINES

Transcription

1 INFORMATION GUIDE WEST DES MOINES

2 Inside: 3 Welcome & Worship Schedule 4 Mission Vision Core Values 5 Pastor Mike s Letter Team 6 FAQs 7 The Hope Circle 8 Ministries 14 Ways to Serve 15 Ways to Be Cared For or Supported 16 Campus Opportunities 19 Big Events 20 Online Giving Update Your Info 2

3 WELCOME TO LUTHERAN CHURCH OF HOPE We don t think it s an accident that you re picking up this guide, and we hope it will give you a great first look at what we re about. You ll find service times, an overview of our campus, and available opportunities throughout the year in our ministries. For complete details and descriptions of classes, please visit our website, lutheranchurchofhope.org, and select a campus. You can find messages posted at hopeonline.tv and podcasts at hopewdm.org/sermons. We hope you ll join us again! Until then, if you have any questions, please call the church office at or visit us at lutheranchurchofhope.org. SCHEDULE OF WEEKLY SERVICES Childcare is available for infants age 3 at all services. WEST DES MOINES 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy. West Des Moines Saturdays 5:00* pm Celebration Service in the Worship Center Sundays 8:30 am Traditional Service in the Chapel 8:00, 9:15* & 11:00* am and 5:00* pm Celebration Services in the Worship Center 11:00 am Live-streamed online at hopeonline.tv Tuesday Night Worship Page 2 6:30 pm For growing Christians and weekend travelers in The Bridge Thursdays 7:00 pm REVIVE Young Adult Service in the Chapel AMES 520 6th St. Ames Sundays 10:30* am Celebration Service in the Auditorium Wednesdays 8:00 pm Kairos (for college students) in the Auditorium ANKENY 520 NW 36th St. Ankeny Saturdays 5:00* pm Celebration Service in the Worship Center Sundays 8:00*, 9:15* & 11:00* am Celebration Service in the Worship Center DES MOINES 1821 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines Saturdays 5:00 pm Celebration Service in the Worship Center Sundays 9:15* & 11:00* am Celebration Services in the Worship Center JOHNSTON-GRIMES Saturdays 5:00* pm Celebration Service at The Hub, 3060 SE Grimes Blvd. #900 Grimes Sundays 9:15* & 11:00* am Celebration Services at Summit Middle School, 9500 Windsor Pkwy. Johnston WAUKEE 305 NE Dartmoor Dr. Waukee Saturdays 5:00* pm Celebration Service in the Worship Center Sundays 9:15* & 11:00* am Celebration Services in the Worship Center *Children s Ministry available. See pages 11, 12, 16 and 17. 3

4 MISSION WHAT GOD IS CALLING US TODO Reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ! VISION BE WHO GOD IS CALLING US TO A Spirited (Acts 2), Growing (Matthew 28) and Christ centered (John 13) community filled with hope! CORE VALUES HOW GOD IS CALLING US TO ACT 1. Jesus is life. The rest is details. Jesus Christ alone is our hope, and the only real and lasting hope for the world (John 14:6). We love him. For this reason, we don t apologize for the gospel or for putting our relationship with him first in our lives (Romans 1:16). We strive to respond faithfully to the call of Jesus to follow him above all else in this world, which so often competes for our time, energy and attention (Luke 14:15 24). 2. Lost people matter to God and so they matter to us. Jesus was sent to reconcile a lost world to God (Luke 15:1 32), and he calls us to do the same. We like unchurched people, and we know what a difference Jesus can make in their lives. For this reason, we seek to reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:19 20, John 20:21, 1 Corinthians 9:19 27, Lutheran Church of Hope mission statement). 3. We worship God, not tradition. Where tradition helps to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ and further the mission of our church, we embrace it. Where tradition becomes a wall between God and his people, we seek to tear it down (John 2:13 22, Matthew 23:13 36, John 9:1 41). While the gospel message of Jesus Christ remains unchanged (Hebrew 13:8), the manner in which it is proclaimed must change for it to be communicated effectively in a changing world (Mark 2:21 22). In our worship and in our ministry, we intentionally offer a wide variety of options from traditional to contemporary and we remain open to new waves of innovation sent to the church by the Holy Spirit of God all for the sake of Christian mission (Psalm , Acts 2:1 42) 4. Following Jesus is a growing experience. We can t outgrow Christian faith. As modern day disciples of Jesus Christ, we are called to move from spiritual infancy to spiritual maturity (Philippians 3:13 14, Ephesians 4:12 14). For this reason, we strive to bring people into an ever growing relationship with Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:19). This growth best happens in small groups (Acts 2:42 47). As we grow in faith, we turn our hearts to God, giving of ourselves and our resources freely and cheerfully (2 Corinthians 9:7). 5. We are one body, united in Jesus Christ. We are a church of individuals, different in many ways, yet called together by God to be one in ministry and mission. As members of the same body, we become more effective when we work in harmony as a unified whole (John 17:20 23). Among us, love for one another is the norm (John 13:34, Romans 13:8), conflicts are resolved according to the teaching of Jesus (Matthew 18:15 17), and we seek to build each other up (1 Thessalonians 5:11). We rejoice together, and we suffer together (1 Corinthians 12:25 27). 4

5 THANK YOU FOR PICKING UP THIS BOOKLET. Here you will find a brief introduction to Lutheran Church of Hope, a relatively new congregation that has been touched by God in ways we never imagined. The story of Hope begins in the early 90s. While the past 20 years have been filled with great adventure and miraculous growth, I whole-heartedly believe the most exciting days for this church are ahead! Perhaps this is the point where God begins to write you into the Hope story. Please know that we believe it s no accident you are here God has led you to Hope for a reason. We ve been praying for you, asking God to bring whoever he wills into this Christcentered, Spirit-led, Bible-based community. If you are looking for a perfect church, you ve come to the wrong place. Hope is far closer to a hospital for sinners than a hangout for saints. We are a not a country club, a chamber of commerce or a church that puts politics before Jesus. Our primary purpose is not to point people to this church we exist to point people to the God of this church. So take your time. Look around. Be our guest! And, just ask if you have any questions. Pastor Mike Housholder Senior Pastor LEADERSHIP TEAM Mike Housholder Senior Pastor CAMPUS LEADERS Chris Gunnare Executive Minister: Operations Jeremy Johnson Executive Pastor: Outreach Emily Langpaul Executive Minister: Youth & Family Richard Webb Executive Pastor: Discipleship Jon Anenson Hope Des Moines Lead Pastor PASTORS / MINISTERS Danny Housholder Hope Ames/College (Kairos) Minister Pat Quaid Hope Waukee Lead Pastor Scott Rains Hope Ankeny Lead Pastor Eric Voelker Hope Johnston-Grimes Lead Pastor Luis Arredondo Multicultural Minister Pam Avaux Chaplain Caroline Boehnke-Becker Teaching Minister Mark Brandt Digital Outreach Minister Nick Brannen Youth (Ignition) Pastor Melissa Dale Celebrate Recovery Minister Andy Hermanson Discipleship & Men s Pastor Dave Johnson Multisite Pastor Nathan Johnson Intern Pastor Ben Mason Marriage & Parenting Pastor Kolette Nelson Care Ministry Amanda Neppl Discipleship & Women s Pastor Jamie Richards Young Adult (REVIVE) Minister Perry Ross Worship Arts Minister Justin Stoffa Jr. High (PowerLife) Minister Merv Thompson Leadership Pastor For additional staff contact information, visit lutheranchurchofhope.org and select your campus. 5

6 FAQs I m new to Hope; how do I get started? If you are new to Christianity or new to Hope, there are classes and opportunities to learn more about Christianity and being a member of Hope. Who can take classes at Hope? Everyone is warmly welcomed into the various classes, groups, studies and events, regardless of whether you are a church member. How do I get the full details on classes? Do I need to register? Descriptions of all opportunities are available at hopewdm.org/classes. Please take a few minutes to register for the classes that you plan to attend. By doing so, you help our teams adequately prepare so we can provide you with appropriate materials, accommodations and childcare. Can I take classes or go to programs at a Hope location I don t normally attend for worship? Yes. The leadership team hopes you will make yourself at home at the campuses in West Des Moines, Ames, Ankeny, Des Moines, Johnston-Grimes and Waukee to take full advantage of what s offered at all six campuses. Is childcare available? Childcare is offered at all worship services (infants age 3) and for many classes and events (infants age 12). Please check the individual class pages online to find the details. To ensure the safety and well-being of the children in Hope s care, we take great care to staff the nursery appropriately. To guarantee the availability of childcare for your child(ren), please preregister for classes. Unfortunately, space is limited. When registering, please indicate the names and ages of your children needing care. Walk-ins will be warmly welcomed as space allows. When is the nursery open? Childcare for infants age 3 is offered at all worship services and for many classes and events. The nursery opens 15 minutes prior to the start of events and worship. Is there a way to hear last weekend s sermon? I was out of town and missed it. Yes! We rebroadcast our full service on Sundays at 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00 pm and on Mondays at every odd hour (1:00 am 11:00 pm). You can also visit hopewdm.org/sermons for a podcast, watch messages from the previous weekend s services at hopeonline.tv or pick up a CD of the sermon at Café Hope. How do I reach a pastor in an emergency? The after-hours number for emergencies is (515) Your call will be answered by a contracted answering service. Your information will be relayed to Hope s Care Ministry for responses. This number is for urgent care needs. During business hours, 8:30 am 4:30 pm, Monday Friday, call Hope at for emergencies. How do I become a member of Hope? Simply take a New Member Class, offered after Christmas, after Easter and in the fall. In this 2½-hour class, you learn what it means to be a member, all about the available service and ministry opportunities, and the mission and vision God has given Hope for the future. Lunch and childcare are provided. Check the Hope website for class times. Can my kids sit with me during worship? Yes, children are always welcome to sit with parents during worship. If your children need a little more space, families may watch worship services in the Jordan Creek or Ashworth Family Rooms located outside of the Worship Center. A Mothers' Lounge is available near the Ashworth Family Room for nursing mothers. A Family Room is also located in the Chapel on the left side as you enter the Chapel. Do you offer worship in other languages, and if so, when? We offer American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, as well as assisted listening devices and Spanish interpretation through headsets available from our Connect, Grow, Serve area. These are available at the 11:00 am service on Sundays. Does Hope have public wifi? Yes. You may connect to Hope_Everlasting while in the building. If you still have unanswered questions, please call or hope@hopewdm.org. Are assistive listening devices available during services if I have difficulty hearing the message? Yes, these can be found at the New to Hope area. Please bring your ID with you. 6

7 THE HOPE CIRCLE The Hope Circle helps identify where you are on your journey of faith, and where the Bible tells us we can grow. From Jesus perspective, there are three things growing Christians do: hear, accept and produce. HEARING the Word creates faith. ACCEPTING the Word means we will also trust in Jesus as Lord, not just Savior. PRODUCING a harvest of extraordinary results is what Jesus lays out as the end result of Christian growth. Jesus calls for the first to be last the greatest among us is the chief servant. SEEKER: You seek answers to the big questions of life, looking for meaning and purpose. BELIEVER: You believe Jesus is your Savior. You have heard the Good News of God s free gift of salvation through faith in Jesus, and you trust this grace is for you and all who believe. FOLLOWER: You follow Jesus as your Lord. You accept him as your leader and moral guide, and trust his will. You welcome God into your daily life. SERVANT LEADER: You are all-in with God and lead others to the light of God s love as a fully committed servant of Jesus. You surrender daily to God s will, looking for opportunities to love, serve and make Christ known in the world. 7

8 ADULT MINISTRY FOR EVERYONE Hope offers several foundational discipleship courses that are open to everyone. These courses are designed to help you grow in your relationship with God and equip you with the tools you need to live the amazing life God has in store for you. Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: Alpha: The Alpha Course is an opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, non-threatening manner during thought-provoking, weekly sessions. Each week, participants meet for a meal and a large group talk followed by small group discussion. The course includes a retreat weekend with teachings on the Holy Spirit. Apprentice Series: A threepart series that helps Christians understand who God is, what it means to be a Christian and what it means to live in community as a part of God s kingdom. The three classes offered throughout the year are: The Good and Beautiful God The Good and Beautiful Life The Good and Beautiful Community CORE: A class for individuals looking to be equipped and empowered to grow as a disciple and follower of Jesus Christ. The purpose of the class is to introduce and provide tools to learn and live out the fundamentals of biblical discipleship daily. Large group teachings introduce God s overarching story in the Bible, Christian identity and what it means to be a disciple. Learning continues off-site with take-home activities and connecting with group leaders weekly. CORE provides fundamental information, relationships and tools for a lifetime of walking with Jesus. The class includes and hinges on a retreat that participants are encouraged to attend. core@hopewdm.org for more information. LIFE GROUPS lifegroups@hopewdm.org We re better together! We tend to say that a lot around here. And, we say it because it s true. God created us to live in community with one another (not to try and figure it all out by ourselves). The purpose of Hope s Life Groups is to bring people together in growing, Christ-centered relationships. Life Groups are small groups of Christ-followers who meet regularly to grow relationships, study God s Word, and serve the world around them. If you are interested in joining a Life Group, lifegroups@hopewdm.org. Group Launch: Group Launch is a place where individuals can come to form new Life Groups and grow in their faith through a sermonbased study. Hear the vision for Life Groups, watch a short sermon recap video and then discuss the sermon in small groups. Sermon recap videos and discussion guides will be available for existing Life Groups to follow along with the study in their homes plus@hopewdm.org The 50+ Ministry seeks to enrich the lives of 50+ adults by offering engaging activities to fulfill their social, vocational, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical and relational needs, so the world is blessed by their presence and ministry. These include monthly luncheons and game nights, special events, and service and travel opportunities. Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: 50+ Monthly Luncheons: These take place the third Tuesday of the month and are an opportunity to gather in community and fellowship with one another. Each month has a different theme, and oftentimes includes a speaker on various topics. Special Events: Numerous times throughout the year the 50+ ministry organizes special events and outings to participate in as a group. For current opportunities, please visit hopewdm.org/classes. 8 Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings!

9 ADULT MINISTRY WOMEN Hope s Women s Ministry is committed to renewing and restoring the Women of Hope through classes, seminars, groups, retreats and special events. We have many classes and events available throughout the year. Come join a spirited, authentic community of women where women s needs are met in every stage of life! Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: Tuesday AM/PM Women s Bible Study: This is Hope s largest and longest-standing women s group, and features various studies throughout the year. The study includes a video, small group discussion and prayer. Women of all ages and stages invited! Christmas & Spring Brunches: Each winter and spring, more than 500 women come together for a morning of inspiration, delicious food, music and fellowship with other women. All are welcome! MEN men@hopewdm.org Hope s Men s Ministry invites Men of Hope to build authentic relationships, while learning to embrace a biblical definition of manhood that can be applied in their homes and communities. We do this in a number of ways, including going deeper into God s word, developing a healthy prayer life, relational fellowship, and service both at Hope and in the community! Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: Breakfast and the Bible: This is a weekly opportunity for men to join us for breakfast, followed by large and small group breakouts. Come weekly, or as often as you are able to join us! PIGS (Pretty Interesting Guy Stuff): A weekly opportunity for men to connect and go deep into God s word, as well as serve alongside other men. There will be a time of large group prayer and fellowship with varying small group studies and breakouts to follow. Saturday Morning Men s Study: A weekly time of fellowship, prayer and Bible study. The discussion allows men to focus on the impact of the teaching and the application in their lives. All are welcome to join at anytime! ENGAGED & MARRIED ben.mason@hopewdm.org We are committed to celebrating marriages equipping them to be rooted, growing and persevering and most of all, modeled in Jesus Christ. We celebrate them through worship, spiritual intimacy and recommitment. We root them in biblical foundation and community. We grow them by offering ways to connect. And, we persevere by equipping couples with the love and endurance it takes to overcome the tough times. So, whether you are dating, engaged or married, take a look at the variety of options we have available for couples here at Hope. Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: The Marriage Course: This multiweek course is a great opportunity for married couples to deepen their relationship! A strong, loving and lifelong relationship doesn t happen by chance. It takes effort and dedication to keep the fun and romance alive. We can all learn how to make even the happiest marriage better! MarriedPeople Night Out: MarriedPeople Night Out is exactly that a night out for couples! No matter where couples are in their marriages or their faith, we want them to come to this powerful two-hour event. There will be lots of laughter, games, music, messages and more. Come and strive together, with us, for the good marriage God desires for you! Pre-Marriage Class: This class is for couples who are engaged and wanting to be married at Hope. Couples will explore the amazing gift of each other while they come to understand that marriage is a wonderful and sacred gift from God. The goal of this class is to give couples the tools to lay a solid foundation for building a successful marriage. Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings! 9

10 ADULT MINISTRY PARENTING We believe as parents, you are the primary faith nurturers for your children. And, the goal of the Parenting Ministry is to help you in inspiring that faith! We work closely with our Children s & Student Ministry to provide classes, special events and programs that help families to not only grow closer together, but closer to God! Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: Parenting on Purpose: Every parent knows three things parenting is the hardest thing we will ever do, often our only certainty is how inadequate we feel, and seeing our kids at their best gives us unparalleled joy and hope for the future. Parenting on Purpose is a space where parents come to find encouragement on the tough days, time to breathe in the midst of the busyness, and explore how to raise kids, of all ages, with purpose. Join us as we connect our deepest needs as parents to the dream that God has for your family. Parenting Your Teen Through Challenges God s Way: This class is all about building relationships and working through challenges with your teenager(s) by putting God and love at the center of it all. Learn about social media, how to connect with your teen, how to have hard conversations, healthy boundaries, faith and more. Parenting Through Behavior Challenges God s Way: This study will investigate child-rearing challenges and offer practical and goal-oriented solutions as we investigate proven discipline techniques with God and love at the center of it all, to help us as parents guide our children and change difficult behaviors. This class is geared toward parents of children aged 18 months to 12 years. PURPOSEFUL LIVING larry.lang@hopewdm.org The Purposeful Living Ministry is here to assist you in discovering and living out God s purpose for your life. This ministry helps people of all ages discern and live into God s will for them through an unhurried, deliberate process of reflection, decision-making and action. Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: Volume 1: God s Presence in Your Story: This first six-week class will seek to answer such questions as: How can we come to know God? And, on coming to know how much God loves us can we truly surrender to such love? We will focus on identifying God s presence in our life journey by reviewing our own personal story. We will also take practical steps to discover on where God is at work in our lives and how we might join him. Volume 2: Becoming Your "True Self": The second six-week session will focus on "How can we see ourselves the way God sees us?" In this course we will discover what it means to truly be ourselves in light of God s immense love for us. We will also learn how to surrender our need for control so that we can be transformed into the person God designed us to be. Life Map Timeline: This two-week class is an opportunity to reflect on your own life story. Life mapping offers you the chance to gain perspective on where God has been in the midst of the good experiences and the hard experiences, and where God has provided daily bread in a number of ways along your journey. Life mapping will also provide a chance to look at where God might be using your unique story and gifts to further his mission to the world around you. 10 Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings!

11 YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRY We believe kids are important because God believes kids are important! Through dynamic teaching, worship and activities, our hope it is to reach kids with the love of Jesus and teach them all we can about him! We want them to know God made them, that he is their friend, and that they can be real and honest with God. Ongoing classes & events throughout the school year: HopeKids Saturdays, 5:00 pm and Sundays, 9:15 & 11:00 am and 5:00 pm during the school year HopeKids is our high-energy, weekend program for children age 3 (by Sept. 15 and potty-trained) through grade 5. At HopeKids, children will experience dynamic teachings anad upbeat worship songs during opening and closing worship, with relevant breakout activities in between. This rotational style format is a great way to engage kids in learning about God s love! HopeKids Wednesdays children@hopewdm.org Wednesdays, 6:00-7:15 pm HopeKids Wednesdays is our high-energy, midweek program during the school year for children in grades 1-5. During HopeKids Wednesdays, children participate in fun, relational small groups followed by dynamic, intentional large group time. This program is a great addition to what kids are learning on the weekends at HopeKids! PowerLife student@hopewdm.org Wednesday nights during the school year PowerLife is an opportunity for junior high students (grades 6-8) to explore the Bible and confirm their faith in Jesus Christ. Each week during PowerLife we seek to help students discover who God has created them to be. Ignition student@hopewdm.org Wednesday nights during the school year Ignition is our high school ministry program for students in grades Ignition meets Wednesdays from 7:30-9:15 pm. The Landing student@hopewdm.org Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm The Landing works alongside Hope s Student Ministry team to provide a safe place for students in grades 7-12, who are experiencing difficult times. Special Events Vacation Bible School: Each July Hope offers two amazing weeks, and three sessions, where children (age 3 grade 5) are invited to come and learn about God s love through music, skits and crafts. Families can choose to attend the week that works best for them. Daddy Daughter Dance: Every February, dads and daughters (age 3 grade 6) are invited to join us for an evening of dancing and fun! Tickets, priced at $5 per person or $20 family max, include crafts, dessert and beverages. Trunk n Treat: In October, families (children age 6 and under) are invited to join us for a safe and friendly trick-or-treating experience in Hope s parking lot! Mom & Son Tailgate: In the fall, moms and sons are invited to a morning of tailgating with food, outdoor games, crafts, photo opportunities and more. Cost is $5 per person. Third-Grade Bible Class: A few different times throughout the year, parents have the opportunity to present new Bibles (provided by Hope) to their children during a brief ceremony followed by a teaching time where children learn general biblical information such as how to look up Bible verses. Girls 4 God: A monthly opportunity during the school year for girls (in grades 4-5) to receive mentorship from high school girls. Gatherings are themed with activities, games and topics specific to this age group. Face 2 Face: A monthly opportunity during the school year for boys (in grades 4-5) to receive mentorship from high school boys. Gatherings are themed with activities, games and topics specific to this age group. Hope West Des Moines Preschool and Hope West Des Moines Children s Center offer daycare and preschool opportunities for children throughout the year. For more information, Hope West Des Moines Preschool: jody.hufford@hopewdm.org Hope West Des Moines Children s Center: jodi.neal@hopewdm.org Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings! 11

12 ONE BODY SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY The purpose of Hope s One Body Special Needs Ministry, is to reach out to the community of individuals with special needs (children and adults alike) to share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ! This is done by providing these individuals with access to worship, service, fellowship, and discipleship, while also walking alongside all members of their families and care providers. We encourage activities that help everyone experience God s love, and events that foster a sense of community. Ongoing classes & events throughout the school year (September May): One Body HopeKids: The One Body Classroom provides support for children with special needs attending HopeKids, Hope s weekend program for children, through alternative programming in a sensory friendly environment with dedicated and trained volunteers caring for each child. Programming is individualized to meet the needs of the children in the program. One Body Ignition: One Body students (grades 9-12) will participate in a small group huddle time from 7:30-7:45 pm on Wednesdays to connect socially. From 7:45-8:20 pm, students will participate in fun activities, service projects and Bible study lead by an adult leader. From 8:20-9:15 pm, students will participate in large group worship and teaching with their peers. Access Bible Study: Access is a small group Bible study for high school students and young adults with special needs, providing opportunities for discipleship and fellowship. In addition to study, the group strives to serve the community. CARE MINISTRY care@hopewdm.org The Care Ministry exists to reach out to the members, friends, and families of the church and community, and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ with those in need of special care. The people serving in this ministry seek to be present during the storms of life, bringing the presence of Christ and the promises of God. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can best support you! Ongoing classes & events throughout the year, in addition to weekly support groups: Celebrate Recovery: Celebrate Recovery meets every Thursday night, every week, 52 weeks a year, and provides a healing, healthy environment for adults affected by hurts, hang-ups, and habits. At Celebrate Recovery, you will hear about the healing power of Jesus Christ through eight recovery principles. There is simultaneous programming for children and teens at the same time (childcare is also available): o The Landing: The Landing works alongside Hope s Student Ministry team to provide a safe place for students in grades 7-12, who are experiencing difficult times. It is a safe place where students can live a freer, healthier and more God-centered life! o Celebration Place: Celebration Place is a complementary children s resource to Celebrate Recovery for children age 5 grade 6. While adults explore topics that bring healing and wholeness, kids have the opportunity to discover the same truths in age-appropriate ways. Celebration Place is designed to inspire kids with hope, joy and happiness while they learn to rely on God. Outreach Night: Outreach Night is one of many ways we live out our mission to reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ! Every Thursday night during Outreach Night, we open our doors to people of all backgrounds (regardless of where people are on their spiritual journey) to provide access to a variety of necessary essentials to sustain, grow and succeed in life. Outreach Night is an opportunity to serve others as they get to know and grow with Jesus Christ! HEALTH & WELLNESS MINISTRY gail.smith@hopewdm.org Scripture tells us our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit. It is our responsibility to nurture them and equip others to do the same. Hope s Health & Wellness Ministry is your opportunity to get your body moving and healthier for Christ not just physically, but spiritually, too! Get involved so you can create a healthier lifestyle not for you, but for the body Christ has given you! Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: The Daniel Plan: The Daniel Plan is an approach to achieving a healthy lifestyle that is both transformational and sustainable, centered on five essentials that will guarantee your success: faith, food, fitness, focus and friends. This six-week DVD-based class includes live teaching for real-life application and success. 12 Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings!

13 PRAYER MINISTRY It s God s desire that we "pray without ceasing" (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Through prayer, God connects to us and then we connect to each other. The Prayer Ministry supports Hope s mission to reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ through various forms of prayer. In addition to the below opportunities, a weekly Prayer Bulletin is also available, consisting of prayers submitted by members of our Hope family. Ongoing classes, events & prayer opportunities throughout the year: Weekend Prayer: Trained prayer partners are available after every weekend worship service inside the Worship Center under the video screens to the left and right of the stage. Thursday Night Prayer: Trained Prayer Partners are available to pray for you weekly in the Prayer Chapel. Come share your joys, sorrows, health concerns or anything else God is laying on your heart. Partners will pray for you in thanksgiving, grief or petition. You are free to come and go throughout the evening. Let Prayer Change your Life: A step-by-step approach for creating or enhancing daily one-on one time with God. This course provides structure to daily devotions, prayers, sermon notes, Bible study and more so the time you spend with God is meaningful, inspiring and ultimately life-changing. School for Listening Prayer: Many people experience prayer to be a one-way street, kind of like talking to a brick wall. But the Bible says prayer is dynamic a two-way conversation with God where lives are transformed. In this hands-on workshop, we ll discover together the many ways God speaks to us and how to respond to what we hear. CREATIVE ARTS MINISTRY creativearts@hopewdm.org Our Creative Arts Ministry offers Christ-centered experiences to express your faith and engage hearts and minds through the arts. Activities for all ages and ability levels encourage creative expression as a means to glorify God, strengthen faith in Christ Jesus and be led by the Holy Spirit. Ongoing classes & events throughout the year: Art Workshops: A variety of workshops are offered for all ages and ability levels throughout the year. These workshops are an opportunity to think about what God s Word means to participants, and then provide them ways to visually express those thoughts and feelings. Art Groups: A number of art groups (organized by specific art forms) meet throughout the year. These include, but are not limited to: Quilting, Knitting, Crocheting, Writing, Visual Artists, Scrapbooking, Color Book Page Designing and Card Making. Art Gallery: Artwork is on display throughout the year in various parts of the building. Artists of all ages are encouraged to submit artwork for display! Art Partnerships: Workshops are planned in partnership with all of Hope s ministries throughout the year. REVIVE: YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY revive@hopewdm.org Hope s Young Adult Ministry, REVIVE, is so much more than a weekly worship gathering. At REVIVE we connect with people through music, God s Word, community and serving others together. We are a welcoming, relevant, passionate, and Spirit-led community, focused on developing followers of Jesus. All young adults in their 20 & 30s are welcome! REVIVE meets on Thursday nights at 7:00 pm in the Chapel. In addition to this weekly meeting, there are various classes, small groups and events that happen throughout the year. MISSIONS MINISTRY missions@hopewdm.org Serving others is one of the greatest blessings God offers us. Acts of selfless service allow us to bring glory to God and shine his light in this world! We have a number of places for you to jump right in and be the hands and feet of Jesus to our brothers and sisters in Christ! God Squad: The God Squad is a group of missionally-minded people who are excited about serving within the walls of Hope, within the community and within and through our current mission partners. Receive periodic s about the most current volunteer opportunities and other ways you can help. You can sign up by visiting hopewdm.org/serve. Mission Trips: Hope offers a number of short-term mission trip opportunities throughout the year, including: o Mission Jamaica o Mission Haiti o Mission South Africa o Mission Navajo (New Mexico) o Mission Israel o Mission Appalachia o Mission Ghana o Mission Wildwood Hills Ranch o Mission Lakota o Mission Tijuana o Mission Uganda o Native American Immersion Course o Mission Okoboji (Family) o Mission Juarez Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings! 13

14 WAYS TO SERVE As followers of Jesus, we are called to serve. Hope offers many ways to do this within our church walls. All of Hope s ministries depend on volunteers hundreds each week, in fact! Below is a quick list of where you might find your sweet spot as a volunteer. Café Hope cafehope@hopewdm.org fellowship@hopewdm.org Bookstrore Coffee Counter Care Ministry care@hopewdm.org One-2-One Care Giver Hospital Visitation Thursday Night Opportunities Youth & Family Ministry children@hopewdm.org student@hopewdm.org Nursery Weekends and Wednesday Nights for Children and Students Vacation Bible School Creative Arts Ministry creativearts@hopewdm.org Lead Workshops Hope Art in Action Display Artwork Food Service Ministry foodservice@hopewdm.org Sunday Breakfast/Saturday Dinner Weeknight Meals Funeral Luncheons Special Events Hospitality Ministry hospitality@hopewdm.org Ushers Greeters Parking Attendants Communion Servers Connect, Grow, Serve Attendants Hope Ambassadors Bible Readers Missions Ministry missions@hopewdm.org Mission Trips Local Opportunities God Squad Prayer Ministry prayer@hopewdm.org Prayer Teams Onsite and Offsite Verbal and Silent Prayer Production Team production@hopewdm.org Audio, Video, Lighting Worship Ministry worship@hopewdm.org Choir for Adults and Children Bands Orchestra To sign up for current volunteer opportunites at Hope, visit hopewdm.org/serve. Café Hope Bibles CDs Class Resouces Hope Logo Apparel Coffee Drinks & Smoothies Cards Books All proceeds support Hope s Missions Ministry. To request a special order item, cafehope@hopewdm.org. Café Hope has volunteer opportunities. No experience needed we will train you! Please cafehope@hopewdm.org. 14

15 WAYS TO BE CARED FOR OR SUPPORTED If you are interested in being baptized or having a child baptized, Hope holds monthly classes to explain why being baptized is important and how you and your children can be baptized. Membership of the church is not required. Baptism Classes are held the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm. Call or baptisms@hopewdm.org for more information. Register online at hopewdm.org/baptisms. Connect with Hope Hope offers ways to stay connected online. HopeOnline.tv allows you to watch weekend messages and is a great way to stay connected if you are unable to make it to worship, or if you want to revisit the message. Facebook, Twitter and Instagram provide updates and media on what is happening at the church. On the Hope blog, there are posts by pastors, Hope Stories and more! Stay connected with Hope 24/7! If you are interested in having a wedding at Hope, weddings@hopewdm.org or call If you are interested in becoming a member, New Member Classes are held to explain what membership means and Hope s mission, vision and values. Classes are held several times a year. Visit hopewdm.org/classes for upcoming dates and registration. HOPE ONLINE LIVE WORSHIP Sundays, 11:00 am hopeonline.tv If you would like to schedule a hospital visit, call or visit hopewdm.org/help and click on "Schedule Hospital Visit." For those grieving or planning funerals, for those who have lost a loved one, please contact the church s Care team or have the funeral home call the Care team at Baptism Class To learn what we believe about Christian baptism, or to register for the class, visit hopewdm.org/baptisms hope@hopewdm.org PODCASTS hopewdm.org/sermons WEDDINGS@HOPEWDM.ORG New Member Class Learn from church leaders about what it means to be a member, available service and ministry opportunities, and the vision God has given Hope for the future. hopewdm.org/membership 15

16 ONE CHURCH, MULTIPLE LOCATIONS While Hope is one body spread throughout the Des Moines area, you will find some individual traits to each location. In addition to Hope West Des Moines, Hope has five campuses to serve believers in your communities. HOPE AMES hopeames.org The newest satellite campus launched in August 2017 with live music, kids programming and a video message. Hope Ames/College (Kairos) Minister is Danny Housholder. Worship Services See page 3 for details. HopeKids Children s Ministry is available for age 3 grade 5. Kairos is Hope s college ministry. Adult Fellowship and other opportunities are available at Hope Ames and at Hope s other campuses. To learn more or get involved, info@hopeames.org or visit hopeames.org for more details on what s coming up at this campus. Office The Link 2712 Stange Rd. Ames, IA (515) Office Hours Monday Thursday: 8:30 am 4:30 pm Friday 8:30 am 1:30 pm info@hopeames.org HOPE ANKENY hopeankeny.org Hope s first satellite campus launched in April 2005 in Ankeny. Hope Ankeny worships together four times on weekends and offers opportunities during the week for serving, learning and worshiping for kids and adults. Led by Lead Pastor Scott Rains, you ll find a joyful community in this northern suburb. Worship Services See page 3 for details. HopeKids Children s Ministry is available for age 3 grade 5 during all services. Adult Fellowship is available during the week through studies and classes. To learn more or get involved, info@hopeankeny.org or visit hopeankeny.org. Office 520 NW 36th St. Ankeny, IA (515) (515) (fax) Office Hours Monday Friday: 9:00 am 4:00 pm info@hopeankeny.org HOPE DES MOINES hopedesmoines.org The second satellite launched, Hope Des Moines, is located downtown. Led by Lead Pastor Jon Anenson, at Hope Des Moines you can find a growing, mission-minded community for all ages, including families. Worship Services See page 3 for details. Adult Fellowship is available during the week through Life Groups and classes. HopeKids Children s Ministry is available for age 3 grade 5 at both Sunday services. To learn more or get involved, info@hopedesmoines.org or visit hopedesmoines.org for more details on what is coming up for this campus. Hope Downtown Preschool is available for preschool-aged children. jody.hufford@hopewdm.org to learn more. Office 1821 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA (515) Office Hours Tuesday: 1:00-4:00 pm Wednesday: 9:00 am 3:00 pm Thursday: 9:00 am 3:00 pm info@hopedesmoines.org 16

17 HOPE JOHNSTON-GRIMES hopejohnston-grimes.org The third satellite campus started worshiping in September 2011 at Summit Middle School with live music, kids programming and a video message. This community is growing and bursting with opportunities for those in the Johnston-Grimes area. Lead Pastor is Eric Voelker. Worship Services See page 3 for details. HopeKids Children s Ministry is available for age 3 grade 5. Adult Fellowship and other opportunities are available at Hope Johnston- Grimes and at Hope s other campuses. To learn more or get involved, info@hopejohnston-grimes.org or visit hopejohnston-grimes.org for more details on what is coming up at this campus. There is a link on the homepage to get connected to serve. Office The Hub 3060 SE Grimes Blvd. #900 Grimes, IA (515) Office Hours Monday Thursday: 8:00 am 4:30 pm info@hopejohnston-grimes.org HOPE WAUKEE hopewaukee.org The fourth satellite launched in October 2014 with live music, kids programming and a video message. Lead Pastor is Pat Quaid. Worship Services See page 3 for details. HopeKids Children s Ministry is available for age 3 grade 5 at all services. Adult Fellowship and other opportunities and other opportunities are available at Hope Waukee and at Hope s other campuses. To learn more or get involved, info@hopewaukee.org or visit hopewaukee.org for more details on what s coming up at this campus. Hope Waukee Preschool will be available for children (age 3-5) in Fall kim.leichty@hopewaukeepreschool.org to learn more. Office 305 NE Dartmoor Dr. Waukee, IA (515) Office Hours Monday Friday: 9:00 am 4:00 pm info@hopewaukee.org HOPE WEST DES MOINES hopewdm.org Led by Senior Pastor Mike Housholder, this is the largest location, but there are multiple ways to find your niche or style of worship. Worship Services See page 3 for details. HopeKids Children s Ministry is available for age 3 grade 5 during most services. See page 3 for details. Adult Fellowship is available during the week through studies and classes. To learn more or get involved, info@hopewdm.org or visit hopewdm.org for more details on what s coming up at this campus. Office 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines, IA (515) Office Hours Monday Friday: 8:30 am 4:30 pm info@hopewdm.org 17

18 18

19 BIG EVENTS God has blessed and used Hope in big ways. Part of Hope s mission is to reach out to the world around us. In addition to opening our doors wide at Easter and Christmas, big summer events let Hope live that out and spread God s blessings to the community. Vacation Bible School: Each July, Hope offers two amazing weeks where children are invited to come and learn about God s love through music, skits and crafts. Families can choose to attend the week that works best for them. Taste of Hope: Hope s annual summer festival with inflatable games, free food, a 5K run, fireworks and more! Vacation Bible School, Taste of Hope, Easter, Christmas 19

20 ONLINE GIVING What does the Bible really say about money? Actually, quite a bit, which is why we can t ignore the subject. When it comes to giving, we try not to overcomplicate it. Why? Because it s not complicated it s a matter of faith! God s revelation and not human reason. If you consider Hope your church home, then please pray, listen and give according to what God lays on your heart. To give online: 1. Go to hopewdm.org/give 2. Click on the green Give button and log in 3. Go to Giving on the top gray bar 4. Choose Give Now and follow the directions to either give a single gift or set up re-occurring gifts. UPDATE YOUR INFO Please help us keep our database up to date! To review or update your information: 1. Go to hopewdm.org/my-info and log in 2. Under I Want to View, go to My Complete Profile. 3. Review and update your personal information by clicking on the pencil icons to make changes. 4. Use the Groups header to easily contact people within one of the groups you are involved in at Hope. Problems logging in, need help or something doesn t look right? admin@hopewdm.org or call West Des Moines 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines (515) hopewdm.org 20