Groups


LIFE IS BETTER TOGETHER

We believe that authentic groups provide the context for Christian community for people of all ages. These are places to be real and to be loved, as we care about each other’s needs, pray together, and share together from God’s word


Hope offers several opportunities to connect with others in small groups and classes.

PRACTICING THE WAY AT HOPE

These courses offer different ways that you can draw closer to Christ and one another as we learn to Be With Jesus, Become Like Jesus, and Do What Jesus Did.


Learn more about Practicing the Way 



Groups are on break for the summer, but watch early this fall for the next group launch!

  • WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY
    1 & 2 Timothy

    Join our group of learners as we read through the New Testament books of 1 & 2 Timothy. We will be discussing what we read as we study together, chapter by chapter. Bring your Bible, no other study books required! This study is great for new learners or long time Jesus followers to increase their understanding of this scripture.


    This 10-week study will be led by Pastor Jim Blake.


    Wednesday nights at 6:30pm, beginning September 9.


    register online 



  • WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
    Come Home: Tracing God’s Promise of Home Through Scripture

    We all long for home. We all dream of what home should be for love, safety and comfort. Our hearts break when home is a place of brokenness. The failings of our earthly homes expose in us a longing for a better one. The good news is that there is a remedy for our homesickness.


    In this 7-session study, Caroline Saunders invites everyone to Come Home by following the theme of home throughout the Bible. From humanity's first home to our eternal one, we'll see God drawing near to abide with us. We'll find that even the best aspects of home here are just a glimmer of what God is building for us through Christ.


    This 7-week study will be facilitated by Pastor Sheryl.


    Wednesday afternoons at 1pm, beginning September 9.

    The cost of the workbook is $22


    register here 


    Download a free sample preview of the workbook here.



  • WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
    See For Yourself: How to Study Your Bible with Confidence and Joy

    Where do I start? What if I don’t understand what I read? How much of this ancient book applies to my life today? So often questions like these keep us from accepting God’s wonderful invitation to relationship through His written Word. With a little guidance, the Bible is more accessible than you can imagine!


    This 10-session Bible study from Kelly Needham is a comprehensive resource that tackles many obstacles facing today’s Bible readers. With instruction and interactive tools, you'll be equipped to explore Scripture with confidence and see the Bible for what it truly is—a gateway to know the living God. This hands-on learning method is accessible for any level of Bible reader, no matter your knowledge or experience. Come and see for yourself!


    This 10-week study will be facilitated by Pastor Sheryl.


    Tuesday afternoons at 1pm, beginning September 8.

    The cost of the workbook is $25


    register here 


    Download a free sample preview of the workbook here.



  • BOOK STUDY

    The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman

    The Five Love Languages: words of affirmation, quality time, gifts, acts of service, physical touching - learning these love languages will get your marriage off to a great start or enhance a long-standing one! Chapman explains the purpose of each "language" and shows you how to identify the one that's meaningful to your spouse now.


    This 4-week book club will be hosted by Pastor Nathanael and Kimmi Lyon.


    Monday nights at 6pm, beginning September 9, at the Lyon House. Space is limited to 5 couples.


    The cost is $20 per couple and includes a book for each participant.


    register here 



OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

Here are other ways that you can gather and grow with the people of Hope.

  • MEN'S BIBLE STUDY

    Meet up with other guys from Hope before work for breakfast, a cup of coffee, conversation, and a study of God's word.


    This group meets at Rise N Shine Cafe in Niles at 6:30am every Monday morning.

    Sign up here


  • WOMEN OF HOPE

    Every third Monday, you have an opportunity to come together and take a break from your busy lives, while building healthy relationships with the Women of Hope. This will be a time to relax and enjoy some laughter, crafts, food, and fun. Snacks will be provided.


    This group meets on the third Monday of the month, from 6:30-8:30pm.


    No registration required - just join us!


  • BREAKING BREAD

    Bring a dish to pass and join this lunch for a chance to enjoy a meal after church with others from Hope.


    This lunch is hosted on the 1st Sunday of the month, following the 11am service.


    No registration required.