A new church can be intimidating.
We understand, because we've all been there. We hope this page helps you know what to expect and to prepare for your visit to Hope City Church. First, just know there is no pressure from us to perform.
Be yourself!
Being authentic is a core value of ours. You'll find people from all walks of life at Hope City. Some of us are bold and talkative, while others are reserved, but warm.
Whether you are new to your faith, or are a longtime follower of Jesus, you belong here!
Be yourself!
Being authentic is a core value of ours. You'll find people from all walks of life at Hope City. Some of us are bold and talkative, while others are reserved, but warm.
Whether you are new to your faith, or are a longtime follower of Jesus, you belong here!
When you arrive
The building we rent is HUGE and has a million entrances. Okay, more like four.
Skip the front and side entrances (unless you need an accessible entrance, then use the ramp entrance on Wayland).
Go to the back of the building via Hobart and you'll find a parking lot. There will be a feather flag marking the parking lot entrance.
When you walk through that rear entrance, the restrooms are on the left and the welcome desk and worship center are straight ahead.
Skip the front and side entrances (unless you need an accessible entrance, then use the ramp entrance on Wayland).
Go to the back of the building via Hobart and you'll find a parking lot. There will be a feather flag marking the parking lot entrance.
When you walk through that rear entrance, the restrooms are on the left and the welcome desk and worship center are straight ahead.
Before service
If this is your first time, please fill out a connect card at the welcome desk so we can follow up with you.
Make sure you grab a hot beverage from the Hope City Café, catch up with friends, and then find a seat.
You can even bring your drink to your chair if you'd like!
Once you’re seated, say hello to a neighbor.
Making new friends at Hope City is one of our favorite things - this is home after all. We don’t take ourselves too seriously. We want to laugh, have fun, and enjoy life together.
Make sure you grab a hot beverage from the Hope City Café, catch up with friends, and then find a seat.
You can even bring your drink to your chair if you'd like!
Once you’re seated, say hello to a neighbor.
Making new friends at Hope City is one of our favorite things - this is home after all. We don’t take ourselves too seriously. We want to laugh, have fun, and enjoy life together.
Worship
Our services typically last an hour and a half.
You can expect service to begin with prayer, and to continue with genuine, spirit-led worship.
Words to the songs will be on the screen. Join in as you feel comfortable.
Our hope is that you sense the presence of God.
You can expect service to begin with prayer, and to continue with genuine, spirit-led worship.
Words to the songs will be on the screen. Join in as you feel comfortable.
Our hope is that you sense the presence of God.
Ministry
After worship, you’ll hear teaching from the Bible that’s practical, spiritual, and relevant to everyday life.
After the message, we take time to pray individually, responding to the Word of God in faith, as well as ministering to one another.
At the very end of service, our congregation also takes part in giving a weekly offering as our final act of worship.
For your convenience, you can give online, through our app, via snail mail, or by dropping it into an offering drop box. There is no pressure to give.
After the message, we take time to pray individually, responding to the Word of God in faith, as well as ministering to one another.
At the very end of service, our congregation also takes part in giving a weekly offering as our final act of worship.
For your convenience, you can give online, through our app, via snail mail, or by dropping it into an offering drop box. There is no pressure to give.
How about my kids?
Currently, Hope City Kids is especially geared for toddlers, ages 2-4 years old, and goes from the very beginning to the very end of service.
When you arrive, there will be someone to help you check in your little ones for service.
When you pre-register, your toddler will be sent home with their favorite snack and a balloon.
The heart of kids' ministry at our church is to teach kids about who God is and how His word applies to their lives in creative and memorable ways.
When you arrive, there will be someone to help you check in your little ones for service.
When you pre-register, your toddler will be sent home with their favorite snack and a balloon.
The heart of kids' ministry at our church is to teach kids about who God is and how His word applies to their lives in creative and memorable ways.
What's the difference between Sundays and Wednesdays?
Sunday services are our big worship gatherings. We sing, have a time of prayer, and hear a message from one of our pastors that helps us know God and encourages us to live out our faith throughout the week.
Wednesdays are discussion-based Bible studies with a small group of people in our pastors' home (with more locations coming soon).
Typically we'll take the first 15 minutes to catch up and eat some snacks, then we'll dive into a passage of scripture together.
We'd love you to join us and find community as you discover more about the Bible. We meet on Wednesdays at 7 pm near Wayland Square. Ask us for the address when you plan your visit!
Wednesdays are discussion-based Bible studies with a small group of people in our pastors' home (with more locations coming soon).
Typically we'll take the first 15 minutes to catch up and eat some snacks, then we'll dive into a passage of scripture together.
We'd love you to join us and find community as you discover more about the Bible. We meet on Wednesdays at 7 pm near Wayland Square. Ask us for the address when you plan your visit!
Pastors Josh & Holly Smith
Hi, we're Josh & Holly.
We believe that you are uniquely created by God for a specific purpose, and that unless you figure out what that purpose is, you’ll never truly be fulfilled.
No one else on earth can fulfill the unique calling that God has for you.
No one else can fulfill your assignment.
Maybe you know exactly what your purpose is, maybe you’ve been running from it for a while, or maybe you have absolutely no idea where to even start looking for it…
But we want to help you find it.
Because we believe that the ones who don’t think that they can make an impact are the ones that God chooses to use to change the world.
We hope that you'll join us for a Sunday service or Wednesday night home group to experience God's presence & discover His purpose for your life as you find community & connection.
We believe that you are uniquely created by God for a specific purpose, and that unless you figure out what that purpose is, you’ll never truly be fulfilled.
No one else on earth can fulfill the unique calling that God has for you.
No one else can fulfill your assignment.
Maybe you know exactly what your purpose is, maybe you’ve been running from it for a while, or maybe you have absolutely no idea where to even start looking for it…
But we want to help you find it.
Because we believe that the ones who don’t think that they can make an impact are the ones that God chooses to use to change the world.
We hope that you'll join us for a Sunday service or Wednesday night home group to experience God's presence & discover His purpose for your life as you find community & connection.