During this six-week study, we’ll be using 33 The Series (Vol 1): A Man and His Design from Authentic Manhood. The series is designed to inspire and equip men to pursue authentic manhood as modeled by Jesus Christ in His 33 years on earth. Volume I contains six sessions that explore the basic foundations of authentic manhood and God’s clear design for men. Let us know you’re coming HERE.

All men are invited to join us for a great time of fellowship, some friendly competition, and a great meal! Our annual men’s golf tournament will be held at Pinecrest Golf Club in Richmond. The cost is $50 per person, and includes 9 holes of golf, cart, & Italian buffet dinner. Find all the details and register by May 13th HERE.

New or newer to Hope Church? This class will orient you to Hope Church’s history, mission, and vision. You will become familiar with our organizational structure and ministry programs, as well as our basic beliefs and distinctives. Whether you are interested in church partnership, or just want to get more involved, it will help you discover those next steps. Let us know you’re coming to the class on May 18th HERE.

Hope Church Partners will vote on the proposed budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year at the Annual Vision Celebration on June 1st at 6pm. Questions regarding the budget can be discussed at the Town Hall Meeting after the 3rd service in Room 200. Budgets have been emailed to Partners and hard copies will be available on Sunday.

Healthy relationships and sound living depend on maintaining effective personal boundaries. But many people don’t know where to start. Do you have trouble saying no? Can you set limits and still be a loving person? Do people take advantage of you? During these six sessions you’ll learn how to live your life more fully and display truth and love more freely. Through short videos and group discussion we’ll profoundly improve the quality of our relationships in every sphere of life—marriage, family, friendships, church, and the workplace. Let us know you’re coming HERE.

We want to intentionally call parents to raise up their children in Jesus-centered homes. A Parent & Child Dedication is designed to give families the space to make this kind of a commitment during a Sunday morning service. We are excited to partner with families in the amazing journey of parenthood! Let us know you’d like to participate HERE.

All 7th-12th graders are invited for free food, games, and fun. Invite a friend – one of our own students, Camryn Philips, will be sharing from her story. Don’t forget to dress for a mess! 

Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime event! We’ll be recounting the amazing things that God has done in and through you, the people who have been part of the fabric of CCF/Hope Church from 1975 through today. In addition to a delicious lunch, there will be special video messages, live presentations, a Jubilee game, a time capsule presentation, and more. Due to space limitations, registration is required (HERE) and will close May 23rd.

On Sunday, June 1st we’ll have a special Sunday morning worship service where Pastor Rick will be sharing the vision for Hope Church and how we’re going to get there. Then, everyone is invited back for our Annual Vision Celebration at 6pm! We’ll look back at how God has worked over the past year and enjoy a special time of sharing, worship, and more. Partners will also be voting on the Proposed 25-26 Budget and elder nominations.

Baptism is a symbolic act to publicly profess your salvation. At Hope Church, we practice full-immersion baptism, symbolizing the process of death, burial, and resurrection that Jesus went through on our behalf. We have multiple baptisms throughout the year, following the completion of a Discover Baptism class. Let us know you’d like to attend the next class on July 20th HERE.

Our weekly adult Bible Study meets during the 10am service (note: time change!) in Room 200A. We’ll be focused on digging deeper into God’s word and asking questions. Everyone is invited to join in at any time. 

Do you have questions about faith? Or are you a new Christ-follower? If so, this class, centered on the essentials of the Christian faith, the person of Jesus, & what it means to be His disciple, is for you! Find more info about class dates HERE.

A monthly prayer meeting that takes place on the 4th Sunday of the month at 6:30pm in the Auditorium. Life, work, relationships, grief, mental health, government… We will pray over anything and everything. This gathering is unique because we will be wholly devoted to prayer through time intentionally set aside to communicate with our Lord. No sign up needed.

All men are welcome to join these informal gatherings on Thursdays at 7:00am or Saturdays at 7:30am at Hope Church. Contact Stan Kansiewicz at [email protected] (Thurs.) or Jim Buffi at [email protected] (Sat.) for information.

Join fellow moms of little ones through teens for an evening of connection, community, and dessert. Come as you are, and leave feeling refreshed and inspired! Find more info & let us know you’re coming HERE.

Join Luke for this Mixed Martial Arts based fitness program for men of all ages that involves running, working out, and sparring. Although we try to be as careful as possible, MMA sparring has an inherent risk of serious injury. Contact Luke with questions at (401) 644-2621 or [email protected].

All women are invited to this unique Meetup hosted by Katie Usher at Olympia Fitness in Cranston. Come ready for a full body workout in a private gym setting, community building, and prayer & devotional time. Find more details and let Katie know you’re coming HERE.

Last Saturday of the Month

Are you a foodie? Is your Instagram algorithm mostly recipes? We’d love to have you join our once a month Meetup for young couples (early 20s to early 30s) who want to make more friends and get to know God together! Each month will have a different theme for the menu, and each couple brings an appetizer, dish, or dessert to share. Dinners will be held the last Saturday of the month! Find more details and sign up HERE.

Join Jeff for a weekly morning hike at the Big River Management area in W. Greenwich! You’ll have an opportunity to make friends, explore, and exercise during this 6 to 10 mile hike (6 miles takes approximately 2 hours to complete). Activity level requires ability to walk at various pace, roughly 20 minutes per mile over forest trails. For more details, click HERE.

Finding community can be a challenge and sometimes knowing where to start can be tough. Meetups break the tension between strangers by bringing people together around a common interest. Meetups are fun and casual events hosted by YOU, the people of Hope Church. Meetups offer an opportunity for connection through casual gatherings, shared meals, studying the Bible, serving the community… any number of fun opportunities exist to connect with people who like the same things you do. Whether it’s hiking, reading, painting, or eating tacos—anyone can host a meetup centered on something they love doing. You can host one by yourself, with a friend, or even as a Community Group. To get started hosting a Meetup, click HERE. To see upcoming Meetups, click HERE.