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

  • THE MARRIAGE COURSE

    Whether you've been married 6 months or 40 years, whether you're in a good place, or struggling, this course is designed to help couples invest in their relationship. Every session is spent enjoying light refreshments together, then learning from a video teaching lesson, broken up by times of private discussion between you and your spouse. Join The Marriage Course to discover how to love each other better, and not just stay together, but grow and thrive as a couple. We'll cover topics like the art of communication, resolving conflict, the impact of family and more.


    This 7-week course will be facilitated by Jacob & Ariana Grabill.


    Sunday evenings at 5:30pm, beginning January 25. Childcare will be provided.


    The cost is $25 per couple.


    register here



  • YOUNG ADULTS

    If you’re out of high school and between the ages of 18-29, this is a space to belong, to breathe, and to find community with others in a similar season of life.


    Each week, we’ll eat together, share life, grow in our faith and learn what it looks like to practice the way of Jesus in our everyday rhythms. Whether you are new to church, looking for friendships, or wanting too take your next step with Jesus, you’re invited. Come be a part of something new happening at Hope!


    This group will be lead by Pastor Trevor Moody.


    Sunday nights from 6:30-8:30pm, beginning February 1.


    register here


  • EMOTIONALLY HEALTHY SPIRITUALITY BOOK CLUB

    This book club is a great step to help us learn to become like Jesus as part of our spiritual formation as you read through the book “Emotionally Healthy Spirituality” by Peter Scazzero. Emotional maturity is an often-ignored part of our formation, but as the book says, “it’s impossible to become spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature.” 


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


    Monday nights at 6pm, beginning February 2, at the Lyon House. 


    The cost is $15 and includes the book.


    register here



  • GRIEFSHARE

    No matter what the circumstances, grief is a painful process. This GriefShare grief support group is for people dealing with the death of a family member or friend.


    GriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Over 13 weeks, you’ll find relief and comfort as you learn how to navigate your personal grief process. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability - and gain solid support each step of the way. 


    Topics include how to manage grief-related emotions such as loneliness, anxiety, sadness, anger, and regret; how to cope with the changes in your life and relationships; how to recognize what’s normal in grief; and what to do if you feel stuck or hopeless.


    This 13-week experience will be facilitated by Pastor Sheryl Blake.


    Tuesday nights, beginning February 10.


    register here



  • WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY: ESTHER

    A beautiful queen, her courageous cousin, a foreign land, and a murderous adversary - the book of Esther has all the elements of an epic drama. The story unfolds at a time when the people of God are split between nations with an uncertain future. While the name of God may not be mentioned in the book of Esther, its pages highlight His work among His people and foreshadow Jesus’s very ministry to us - darkness to light, mourning to celebration, death to life.


    In this 7-session study by Kelly Minter, you are invited into the daring faith modeled by Esther and her cousin Mordecai - a faith developed over time, rooted in the goodness of God, lived out through extraordinary circumstances, and used to change the world. Although our time looks different from Esther’s, our God is just as active and faithful today, and He has called you for such a time as this.


    Features:

    - Workbook

    - Verse-by-verse Bible study of the book of Esther

    - Content that explores the historical context of Esther’s day

    - Teaching videos from Kelly Minter


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


    Wednesday afternoons at 1pm, beginning January 14.

    The cost of the workbook is $23


    register here


    Download a free sample preview of the workbook here.




  • GROUP BIBLE STUDY

    Join us as we read through the New Testament book of John. 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 and we welcome long time Jesus followers to come refresh their understanding of this great passage of scripture.


    This 11-week study will be led by Pastor Jim Blake.


    Wednesday nights at 6:30pm, beginning February 11.


    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.