YOUTH IN ACTION (LITERALLY!) Earlier this month, Hope Youth Group welcomed a rowdy group of students into our space to have an amazing night of Laser Tag! Not only did many of our regular students attend, but every student that came brought at least one friend from school (Foster Cupp brought four!) making our group a total of 16 students (all guys!),…

Dear Hope, Our past 5 Sunday’s have been meaningful as we worshiped God and imagined becoming a church that blesses kids, involves everyone in our services, invites and welcomes friends, hosts small groups so everyone can be loved & cared for, and where all experience financial peace. Thank you for joining and participating in so many ways! This coming Sunday we will…

    Hope Heals Camp, Hoot Family Recap God gave Joy a phrase several years ago that reflects a reality our family has learned and experienced as we have spent time living in the community of disability.  “Belonging cultivates the belief we are beloved.” At Hope Heals Camp the shared sorrow of disability created a sense of belonging. Something special happens when…

Over the past several years, Hope has intentionally implemented training, systems, and policies that promote whole-child safety. Hope has been invited again by a local church to attend a vetted workshop focused on child sexual safety. On Saturday, September 30th, St. John’s School and Church is hosting the Parenting Safe Children Workshop by Feather Berkower. We have the opportunity to come together…

NEXT MINISTRY YEAR VISION / BUDGET. Thank you so much to everyone who prayerfully considered our next ministry year priorities and finances, gave input, and voted on our budget. More church members participated in this important process than ever before and our budget has been unanimously approved!  If you missed our vision and budget presentation, you can view the video recording, beginning at…