Announcements & Sign-ups
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Announcements
Single’s Unite
Thursday, April 16 | 5:30p | Machine Shed
All singles ages 50 and up—men and women—are warmly invited to join us for a relaxed evening of food and fellowship!
We’ll meet at Machine Shed Restaurant (by Living History Farms) on Thursday, April 16th at 5:30 PM. Come enjoy great conversation, connect with others, and share a delicious meal in a welcoming atmosphere.
Each person will pay for their own dinner (typically $10–$20).
We hope to see you there! Sign up with the link below.
Missions Banquet
Our annual Missions Banquet is one of the ways we catch the vision for the gospel to be preached at home and around the world! Tickets are $20 per person. Birth-5th-grade childcare is provided at the church. Sunday, April 12, is the last day to buy tickets.
Meal with a Missionary
All New Hope attendees are welcome to attend a meal hosted by Marv & Gay Lea Wilson with a Latin America-Caribbean missionary. Please bring a salad or a dessert to share. Sign up with the link below!
Sisterhood Night Out
Thursday, April 30 | 6p | Multiple locations
Ladies, join us for a fun evening with food and fellowship! We will have group meetings at two different locations: IHOP in West Des Moines or The Other Place in Ankeny. Choose whichever location works best for you!
Youth Camp
Summer Camp is one of the most impactful weeks of the year for our students! We’ll be heading to the AG Campground in Alexandria, MN for a full week of powerful services, meaningful friendships, and unforgettable fun. Year after year, we see students grow in their faith and experience life change in a real way.
The cost is $315 before the early bird deadline, and all payments will be made through New Hope. We truly believe this week is worth the investment and can’t wait to see what God does in the lives of our students this summer!
Water Baptism
Sunday, May 3 | AM service
Water Baptism is a public declaration of your faith in Jesus!
NHkids Variety Show
Friday, May 8 | 6-7:30 PM | Main Building Chapel
All are welcome to attend and support our elementary kiddos! Admission is a FREE WILL DONATION to our Kids Missions Project, Operation 200! Baked Goods will be available for sale!
This is an awesome opportunity for your kids to glorify God by sharing their special giftings with our church body! Kids can share by playing an instrument, reciting scripture, singing, telling jokes, doing tricks, and more! There will also be a display area where kids can share their art, sculptures, Lego designs, STEM builds, etc. If your child would like to share something at the Variety Show, please sign up here with the link below!
Young Adult Retreat
May 15-17 | Lake Geneva Christian Center, Alexandria, MN
Join us for an unforgettable Young Adults Event designed for ages 18–30, whether you’re single or married. This powerful experience will feature engaging services, intentional breakout sessions, and honest conversations around real-life topics young adults face today. It’s a meaningful opportunity to grow deeper in your faith while building genuine connections with God and others.
The cost is $200, which includes lodging and meals during the event. Please note that the cost does not include transportation or meals while traveling to and from the event.
Registration is now open! Use the link below to sign up. You won’t want to miss this incredible weekend of worship, growth, and community!
NH Kids Camp
June 8-11 | Carlinville, IL
Music Camp
July 20-24 | Main Building
Labor Day Camp Out
September 3-7 | Saylorville Prairie Flower North Loops
NHkids & NHtots Special Needs Ministry
New Hope Coffee Mug
Start your morning with a little New Hope! Pick up your New Hope coffee mug in the lobby for just $10!
Israel Trip 2026 – Dr. Wave Nunnally
Contact Pastor Austin for more information or questions.
Men’s Recreational Pick-Up Basketball
Please fill out the form below if you are interested!
Young Women’s Bible Study
First Monday of the month | 7:00-8:30p | Room 217
Bible Study with topics geared towards young women 18 and up. This is a great opportunity to dive into God’s word, find an older mentor to pour into your life and find community at New Hope!
NH Coffee Shop Volunteers
We are looking for more volunteers to help in New Hope Coffee Shop! No experience needed! Training is provided. Please sign up below if you are interested!
Meal Train Ministry Team
Join the New Hope Meal Train ministry team to be notified via email & text of opportunities to serve families who might need a meal. Whether it’s a family welcoming a new baby to their household or someone with a unique circumstance who could be blessed by a meal – this is a great way to show God’s love to our church family members!
Serve at New Hope!
Our volunteer ministries are expanding and you may be uniquely gifted to serve!
We have openings in:
- Ushers
- Cleaning
- Parking lot
- Gatekeepers
- Snow Blowing/Shoveling
- And more!
Learn more about volunteering at New Hope below.