CHURCH LIFE

We live in a culture where the reality of God is either ignored or seriously doubted. Many people are often confused about or indifferent to issues of ethics and morality -- issues that influence almost every decision a person makes throughout their entire lifetime. Decisions about friends, marriage, sexuality, family relationships, finances, work, and health are usually based upon personal preferences that are often formed by pressure from entertainment, media, marketing strategies, and peer pressure instead of solid biblical principles. At Hope we seek to integrate biblical principles into all aspects of life, and teach these important truths to our people.

Education is a necessary aspect for our worship. Without the knowledge of God, we cannot worship Him with reverence and awe. We offer Sunday School classes for all ages in order to help us better understand the Christian faith, the Bible, and ultimately who God is. Curriculum used for Sunday School classes is obtained from the Reformed Church of America Resource Guide and occasionally from other sources. We have a library located in our Sunday School area with many books, tapes, CDs, and DVDs on a wide variety of topics. All of these materials are available to our church family to use for further study.

Small Groups are an important part of our church life. In-home Bible studies offer in-depth discussions with others on many spiritual matters. These groups provide the kind of community that fosters friendship and support.

Committees are organized to handle any number of church activities and church business. These are yet another way to find involvement and build relationships with others. Our people are encouraged to share their spiritual gifts, skills, and talents in any area of their choosing: worship, outreach, fellowship, nurture, building and grounds, or consistory.