information guide - lutheran church of hope...discipleship & men’s pastor. pam avaux....

WEST DES MOINES

INFORMATION GUIDE

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

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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.

SCHEDULE OF WEEKLY SERVICESChildcare is available for infants – age 3 at all services.

WEST DES MOINES925 Jordan Creek Pkwy.West Des Moines

Saturdays5:00* pmCelebration Servicein the Worship Center

Sundays8:30 amTraditional Servicein the Chapel8:00, 9:15* & 11:00* am and 5:00* pmCelebration Servicesin the Worship Center11:00 am Live-streamed online athopeonline.tv

Tuesday Night Worship – Page 26:30 pm For growing Christians andweekend travelers in The Bridge

Thursdays7:00 pmREVIVE Young Adult Service in the Chapel

AMES2712 Stange RdAmes

Sundays10:00* amCelebration Serviceat the Ames City Auditorium,520 6th St.Ames

Wednesdays8:00 pmKairos (for college students)during the school yearat The Link,2712 Stange RdAmes

ANKENY520 NW 36th St.Ankeny

Saturdays5:00* pmCelebration Service in the Worship Center

Sundays8:00*, 9:15* & 11:00* amCelebration Service in the Worship Center

DES MOINES 1821 Ingersoll Ave.Des Moines

Saturdays5:00 pm*Celebration Service in the Worship Center

Sundays9:15* & 11:00* amCelebration Servicesin the Worship Center

Tuesdays7:00 pmREVIVE Young Adult Servicein the Worship Center

GRIMES 1335 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd.Grimes

Saturdays5:00* pmCelebration Service in the Worship Center


WAUKEE305 NE Dartmoor Dr.Waukee

Saturdays5:00* pmCelebration Servicein the Worship Center


WELCOME TOLUTHERAN CHURCH OF HOPE

We hope you’ll join us again!Until then, if you have any questions, please call the church office at 222-1520 or visit us at lutheranchurchofhope.org.

*Children’s Ministry available. See pages 11, 12, 16 and 17. 3

MISSION GOD IS CALLING US TO

GOD IS CALLING US TO

Reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ!

VISION

A Spirited (Acts 2), Growing (Matthew 28) and Christ–centered (John 13) community filled with hope!

CORE VALUES1. 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 146–150, 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).

WHAT WHO

DO BE

GOD IS CALLING US TOHOW ACT

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LEADERSHIP TEAM

PASTORS / MINISTERS

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Luis ArredondoMulticultural Minister

Andy HermansonDiscipleship & Men’s Pastor

Pam AvauxChaplain

Jamie RichardsYoung Adult (REVIVE) Minister

Caroline Boehnke-BeckerTeaching Pastor

Dave JohnsonMultisite Pastor

Mark BrandtDigital Outreach Minister

Nick BrannenYouth (Ignition) Pastor

Kolette NelsonCare Ministry

Ben MasonMarriage & Parenting Pastor

Amanda NepplDiscipleship & Women’s Pastor

For additional staff contact information,visit lutheranchurchofhope.org and select your campus.

Perry Ross Worship Arts Minister

Justin Stoffa Jr. High (PowerLife) Minister

Merv ThompsonLeadership Pastor

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 Christ-centered, 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 “hang-out 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 HousholderSenior Pastor

Melissa DaleCelebrate Recovery Minister

Murph HutsonIntern Pastor

CAMPUS LEADERS

Mike HousholderSenior Pastor

Scott RainsHope AnkenyLead Pastor

Chris GunnareExecutive Minister:

Operations & Human Resources

Danny HousholderHope Ames/

College (Kairos) Minister

Jon AnensonHope Des Moines

Lead Pastor

Jeremy JohnsonExecutive Pastor:

Outreach

Eric VoelkerHope GrimesLead Pastor

Emily LangpaulExecutive Minister:

Youth & Family

Pat QuaidHope Waukee

Lead Pastor

Richard WebbExecutive Pastor:

Discipleship

Bill WithersExecutive Minister:

Campus Network & Development

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FAQsI’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, 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) 875-5300. 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 222-1520 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 222-1520 or email [email protected].

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.

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THE HOPE CIRCLEThe 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.

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ADULT MINISTRYFOR [email protected] 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 three-part 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. Email [email protected] for more information.

LIFE [email protected]“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, email [email protected].

§ Group Launch: Group Launch is a place where individuals can come to form new Life Groups and grow in their faith through a sermon-based 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.

[email protected] 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.

Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings!

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ADULT [email protected]’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!

[email protected]’s Men’s Ministry invites Men ofHope to build authentic relationships,while learning to embrace a biblical definition of manhood that can beapplied 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 & [email protected] 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 multi-

week 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.


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ADULT [email protected] 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 [email protected] 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:§ Discovering God’s Presence in Your Story: How

can we come to know God, who loves us beyond measure? How can we surrender to his love and his purpose for our life? Learn to see God’s presence and turning points in your life story, and how to leave a legacy for your children and grandchildren.

§ Becoming the Person God Created You to Be: Join us as we discover what it means to truly be ourselves in light of God’s immense love for us, and learn how to surrender our need for control so we can be transformed into the person God designed us to be.

§ Living the Life You Were Meant to Live: Many people are not living the life God created them to live. We are challenged to change this, not by our own strength, but by yielding to God’s desires. Discover God’s purpose for your life and how to live it out, for our own benefit and the benefit of others.

YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRYWe 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:

[email protected], 5:00 pm and Sundays, 9:15 & 11:00 am and 5:00 pm during the school yearHopeKids 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 [email protected], 6:00-7:15 pmHopeKids 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!

[email protected] nights during the school yearPowerLife 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.

[email protected] nights during the school yearIgnition is our high school ministry program for students in grades 9-12. Ignition meets Wednesdays from 7:30-9:15 pm.

The [email protected], 6:30-8:30 pmThe 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.

11Visit hopewdm.org/classes to search and register for current offerings!

Hope West Des Moines Preschool and Hope West Des Moines Children’s Center offer daycare

and preschool opportunities for childrenthroughout the year. For more information, email:

Hope West Des Moines Preschool:[email protected]

Hope West Des Moines Children’s Center: [email protected]

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ONE BODY SPECIAL NEEDS [email protected]

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 [email protected]

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 [email protected]

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.


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MISSIONS [email protected]

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 emails 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 Mission Guatemala

PRAYER [email protected]

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 [email protected]

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 [email protected]

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.


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Café HopeBibles • CDs

Class ResoucesHope Logo Apparel

Coffee Drinks & Smoothies

Cards • Books

All proceeds support Hope’s Missions Ministry.To request a special order item, email [email protected].

Café Hope has volunteer opportunities. No experience needed – we will train you!Please email [email protected].

WAYS TO SERVEAs 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 [email protected]@hopewdm.org§ Bookstrore§ Coffee Counter

Care [email protected]§ One-2-One Care Giver § Hospital Visitation§ Thursday Night Opportunities

Youth & Family [email protected]@hopewdm.org§ Nursery § Weekends and Wednesday

Nights for Children and Students

§ Vacation Bible School

Creative Arts [email protected]§ Lead Workshops § Hope Art in Action § Display Artwork

Food Service [email protected]§ Sunday Breakfast/Saturday

Dinner § Weeknight Meals § Funeral Luncheons § Special Events

Hospitality [email protected]§ Ushers § Greeters § Parking Attendants § Communion Servers§ Connect, Grow, Serve

Attendants§ Hope Ambassadors§ Bible Readers

Missions [email protected]§ Mission Trips § Local Opportunities§ God Squad

Prayer [email protected]§ Prayer Teams § Onsite and Offsite § Verbal and Silent Prayer

Production [email protected]§ Audio, Video, Lighting

Worship [email protected]§ Choir for Adults and Children § Bands § Orchestra

To sign up for current volunteer opportunites at Hope, visit hopewdm.org/serve.

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WAYS TO BE CARED FOROR SUPPORTEDIf 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 222-1520 or email [email protected] for more information. Register online at hopewdm.org/baptisms.

If you are interested in having a wedding at Hope, email [email protected] or call 222-1520.

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.

If you would like to schedule a hospital visit, call 222-1520 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 222-1520.

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!

HOPE ONLINE | LIVE WORSHIPSundays, 11:00 am

hopeonline.tv

TWITTER@HopeWDM

FACEBOOK@HopeWDM

INSTAGRAM@HopeWDM

[email protected]

PODCASTShopewdm.org/sermons

New Member ClassLearn 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

Baptism Class

To learn what webelieve about Christian baptism, or to register

for the class, visithopewdm.org/baptisms

[email protected]

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ONE CHURCH, MULTIPLE LOCATIONSWhile Hope is one body spread throughout central Iowa, 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 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, email [email protected] or visit hopeankeny.org.

Office 520 NW 36th St. Ankeny, IA 50023 (515) 964-5586 (515) 964-5561 (fax)

Office Hours Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Email [email protected]

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.


Adult Fellowship is available during the week through Life Groups and classes.

HopeKids Children’s Ministry is available for age 3 – grade 5 at all weekend services.

To learn more or get involved, email [email protected] or visit hopedesmoines.org for more details on what is coming up for this campus.

Hope Downtown Preschool is available for preschool-aged children. Email [email protected] to learn more.

Office 1821 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309 (515) 282-4481

Office Hours Tuesday: 1:00-4:00 pm Wednesday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Thursday: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm


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.


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, email [email protected] or visit hopeames.org for more details on what’s coming up at this campus.

Office The Link 2712 Stange Rd. Ames, IA 50010 (515) 441-7970

Office Hours Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8:30 am – 1:30 pm


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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.


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, email [email protected] or visit hopewaukee.org for more details on what’s coming up at this campus.

Hope Waukee Preschool is available for children ages 3-5. Email to learn more.

Office 305 NE Dartmoor Dr. Waukee, IA 50263 (515) 264-2000



HOPE GRIMES | hopegrimes.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 Grimes area. Lead Pastor is Eric Voelker.


HopeKids Children’s Ministry is available for age 3 – grade 5.

Adult Fellowship and other opportunities are available at Hope Grimes and at Hope’s other campuses.

To learn more or get involved, email [email protected] or visit hopegrimes.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 1335 NE Beaverbrooke Blvd. Grimes, IA 50111 (515) 259-9495

Office Hours Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm


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.


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, email [email protected] or visit hopewdm.org for more details on what’s coming up at this campus.

Office 925 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 222-1520



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BIG EVENTSGod 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

ONLINE GIVINGWhat 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, visit hopewdm.org/give

UPDATE YOUR INFOPlease help us keep our church records up to date!

To review or update your information, please visit lutheranchurchofhope.org/realm and log in or create an account.

Your profile also enables you to join a small group, register for classes and events, track giving and download giving statements, update contact information, change family details, and set notification preferences. By keeping your information current, you are helping our staff, group leaders and our church community best communicate with you!

West Des Moines

Problems logging in, need help or something doesn’t look “right”? Email [email protected] or call 222-1520.

925 Jordan Creek Pkwy | West Des Moines | (515) 222-1520hopewdm.org

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