Christian Education

Ongoing Christian education and discipleship are vital tools to equip believers to live for Christ and serve His purposes. Join a class or Bible study to continue your growth as a disciple of Jesus!

WINTER QUARTER 2024-2025: DECEMBER-FEBRUARY

Adult Sunday School | 10a

All Sunday school classes are held at the Main Building at 4425 70th St

Click the + to see class location and description

Mission 101 (starts January 5)

Pastor Carey Huffman | Room 211

If you’re new to New Hope – or been here for a while – and want to deepen your faith and church involvement, this 4-week class will acquaint you with our core values and help you find purpose as part of the New Hope family.

Growing Together

Pastor Jeff Hill | Room 212

From engaged to growing families, this discussion-oriented class helps couples develop and deepen relationships with God and each other. The aim is to strengthen marriages, families and the church body so as to bring honor to God in every aspect of our lives.

Preparing for What's Next
 

Rich Larsen | Room 215

In many ways, our country and the world is descending into chaos. The Bible has warned of this, so what can we do to weather the storm?

That Ain't Fair

Stephen Darnielle | Room 216

As a boy, he was a dreamer. As a young man, he was sold into slavery. Later, he was imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit, and yet he became the second most powerful man in Egypt. Joseph is a great example of trusting God no matter the circumstances.

Vida Nueva (Spanish)
 

Eduardo Plascencia | Room 217

Your Kingdom Come
 
Bonita Trim | Room 218
 
We’re learning how to operate in the principles of God’s Kingdom here on earth, resulting in a warrior mindset and a life of victory instead of defeat.
Living the Psalms

Jared Acheson & Pastor Brian Smith | Room 220

We’re taking a journey through the Psalms to gain Godly inspiration, timeless wisdom and practical insight from God’s book of worship, wisdom and poetry.

Concepts of Christianity

Loren Carlson | Room 221

We’re covering a wide range of issues, including our God-given purpose, the importance of grace, our identity in Christ and victorious Christian living.

Good to Great

Torrie Bagley | Room 224

Why strive for excellence in some areas of life but settle for mediocrity in our relationship with Christ? Using the book, “Good to Great in Gods Eyes,” by Chip Ingram, we’re looking at 10 Biblical practices that great Christians have in common.

Exploring Mark's Gospel

Terry Knisley | Room 229

In a fast-moving non-stop narrative that emphasizes Christ’s immediacy, Mark presents Jesus as both Son of God and suffering Servant-Messiah.

Qumran, the Essenes & the Dead Sea Scrolls

Pastor Gary Walter | Room 230

A Jewish Sect known as the Essenes was captivated by prophecy about the Messiah. We’re exploring their spiritual shift from the Mosaic sacrificial system to the preaching of repentance and salvation by faith, culminating in the Messiah’s coming.

Words of Life

Norm Tosten | Room 231

The Bible is filled with words of salvation, comfort, guidance, challenge, strength, love joy and peace. Together we’ll share and apply these truths to our lives.

Questions Christians Hope No One Will Ask (December 1-22)
 
Jim Stearns | Ullestad Chapel
 
We’re examining the nature of immaterial things in our material universe, showing how seamlessly these things fit within Christian theology, yet awkwardly within a strictly naturalistic view of the world.
The Character of God (starts January 5)
 
Cory Hanson | Ullestad Chapel
 
This discussion-oriented class is exploring what God has told us about himself through His Word – one book of the Bible at a time.
Singles 22-35

Pastor James Weaver | Office Break Room/Board Room

How do you handle the resources and responsibilities entrusted to you? That’s an issue of “stewardship.” We’re talking about living a disciplined and productive life in regard to our time, talents, money and relationships, as well as our physical, emotional and spiritual health.

Gardening Your Life
 
Heidi Vermeer-Quist | Main Sanctuary
 
Nurturing our mental health is a lot like gardening. Without solid grounding, we’re bound to live in constant crisis modes. However, with God as our Master Gardner, we can cultivate the unique life He’s given us by developing practical, Biblical skills that keep us rooted and growing in Jesus
Jesus
 

HK & Rachel Bougher | Main Chapel (by north entrance)

We’re diving deep into the life of Jesus while He was on earth. Even though He’s our King, He was always accessible to the lowly, poor and hurting. As we focus attention of Jesus, His compassion and power will work through us to touch those around us.

All Youth and Kids Sunday school classes are held at the main building at 4425 70th St. 

 

Youth Sunday School

Grades 6-7 in new addition room 232 // Grades 8-9 in new addition room 233 // Grades 10-12 in room 168 (Enter through the outdoor metal door on the east side of the ground level)

 

Elementary Kids Sunday School

We offer grade specific classes for kindergarten through 5th grade. Check your students into the kids area by the north entrance, across from the chapel and coffee shop.

 

Early Childhood Sunday School

(Infants through Pre-K) Check your kids in at the early childhood area in the corridor by the east entrance.

Wednesday Nights

6:30p

Adult classes are held at the Main Building at 4425 70th St. See each class for location details. Our classes do not require sign-up.

Use the left and right arrows to see our classes!

Faith & Friendship

Lorri Huffman & Lynn Lucy | Main Chapel (by north entrance)

From recent graduates to retirees – this group provides an opportunity for women in every season of life to relax, relate and rejuvenate as we build relationships with each other and spend time in God’s Word.

Iron Men: Gospel of John

Don Conn | Room 211

The Apostle John was perhaps Jesus’ closest associate while on earth. We’re studying John’s account of Jesus’ ministry so we too can grow in our relationship with Jesus.

Major Lessons from the Minor Prophets

Pastor Gary Walter | Room 212

We’re continuing our study of the so-called “minor prophets,” which contain insights of major importance and relevance to our lives today.

Young Married Life Group

Sam & Kailee Meyer and Daniel & Abbie Meyer | Room 217

This informal gathering of young married couples provides a comfortable place to connect spiritually and socially. We’re meeting every other week starting December 11.

Spirit, Soul & Body

Bonita Trim | Room 218

We’re unwrapping the gifts of the Holy Spirit and learning how to use them. When we walk with the Holy Spirit, we become conduits of the Spirit’s power, which automatically produces fruit that nourishes us and builds up the Body of Christ.

GriefShare

Mark & Pam Schaad | Room 219

Gain insights to help you manage your emotions, gain clarity and find answers to your questions as you walk through the grief process following the loss of a loved one.

Young Men's Life Group

Pastor Brian Smith | Room 224

This informal gathering of guys is doing a discussion-oriented study of the Old Testament books of 2 Samuel.

Missions-Catalyst Course (January 8 - February 5)

Jason McSkimming | Room 229

If you sense God calling you to missions, come learn the what and why behind that call. We’re exploring the history, theology and context of missions to see what that looks like from those currently serving around the world.

Prayer & Praise Service

Pastors Dave & Corinne DeHamer | Room 230

Come experience a powerful, free-flowing time of worship, testimonies, prayer and spiritual refreshment.

Pastor's Class

Pastor Jeff Hill | Room 231

Come join our senior pastor for an inspiring time of personal testimonies, practical Bible study, lively discussion and prayer.

Adult Choir

Brenton Brown & Eric Layden | Sanctuary

Weekly Groups

DivorceCare *NEW*

Joyce Jones | Fridays 6:30p | Drama Room

This life-changing support will help guide you on the path of hope, healing and recovery following a separation or divorce. Click here to register!

Ladies’ Bible Study & Prayer

Elaine Merril | Mondays 1-3p | New Hope Java

We’re studying the order of end times events to gain insight regarding Bible prophecy.

W.O.W. – Women of the Word

Pastor Corinne DeHamer | Tuesdays 9:30a | Room 211

We’re using the book “Sitting At The Feet of Rabbi Jesus” to study the history, culture and customs surrounding Jesus’ time on earth. Along with a deeper dive into Scripture, we’ll get a greater understanding of things Jesus said and taught.

Men’s Bible Study & Prayer

Thursdays 7:30 – 9:00a | New Hope Java

Life Groups

These gatherings of 6-12 people meet in homes or other informal settings providing, a comfortable place to connect spiritually and socially. Visit our Groups page here.

 

Sunday Evening

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group

Glen Everhart | First Sunday of the Month | 4:30p | Room 218

We discuss the needs and challenges of caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s.

Praying for Prodigals

Glen & Pam Massie | First Sunday of the month | 5p | Prayer Room

We pray for loved ones who are out of relationship with God or other family members.

Kids Activities

Sundays | 6p

There is childcare and group activities for infants through pre-K. Kindergarten through 5th grade worship with the adults, then break out for their own gatherings.