Church Calendar

Jesus Is Better. Three simple words and the powerful message of the book of Hebrews. Join us for this Bible study every Thursday from 9 am to 11 am in the Fireside Room at The Hope. We will study Hebrews and discover how Jesus is the greater Prophet, Priest, and King, fulfilling God’s plan of redemption from the Old Testament to today. This study will help you understand Hebrews, grow in faith and endurance, and deepen your worship of Christ. Come and discover why Jesus truly is better than anything this world has to offer. To purchase the study book or for questions, contact Janet at office@thehope.live. 

Do you desire to take the next step in your walk with the Lord? If you are in a place where you want to grow and deepen your relationship with God and others, join the Ways of the Alongsider Group for a 10-week discipleship class launching on Wednesday, February 25th, at 7 pm in the Fireside Room led by Chris Ballesteros. There are people that God has put in our lives, that He has called us to help them grow closer to Him. He has called us to come alongside others as they take steps toward Him. In this class we discuss principles, strategies, and tools on how to best influence and invest in the people God has placed in our relational networks. We will grow in confidence and competence of how to reach others for Christ! Please register here.  For questions, please contact Chris at chrisballesteros10@gmail.com. 

Stayed tuned for the next adventure!

Men and women are invited to participate in the various adventures (hiking, camping, biking and paddle board to name a few). Susan has years of experience and enjoys sharing God's word and His beautiful creation. Stay tuned for more adventures. Contact Susan at neucrew2@gmail.com or 209-262-8457 for questions.

The Sesh (grades 6-12), will be meeting on Sunday, March 22nd, in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the worship music (11 am worship gathering). There will be a time of learning led by Ernesto Granados. Please encourage your child(ren) to bring their Bible and invite their friends. For more information contact James Kendall (Student Pastor) at youth@thehope.live.

The Hope's Global Outreach (GO) Team will be cooking dinner at the D Street Homeless Shelter (Merced) on Monday, March 23rd, at 5 pm – 7 pm. If you have a heart for the homeless and would like to help donate dessert or drinks, serve, cook and / or have questions about this ministry opportunity, please contact Pam Schroeder by text at 209-658-4829 or email at schroedercorky@gmail.com.

Calling all men. Join us for breakfast and a time of fellowship and learning as we dive into a series of teachings on what a biblical man looks like on Saturday, April 11th, at 8 am to 9:30 am in the Fireside Room. Our society and churches are longing for men to step into their God-given roles and lead their families and be strong leaders in their communities, and churches. We will be exploring what this looks like for us today by examining what the Word of God says about it.

Join us in the Fireside Room on Sunday, April 12th, at 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm as we gather to pray for our church, our community and prayer needs. For questions, contact Scott Speidel at 209.628.6521.

Faith City Youth Group (middle school and high school students) meet weekly on Sundays at The Hope in the Fellowship Hall from 1 pm to 3 pm starting Sunday, March 1st. There will be a time of learning led James Kendall, Student Pastor. Please encourage your child(ren) to bring their bible and invite their friends. For more information contact Pastor James Kendall at youth@thehope.live. 

We are excited to host Hope Wellness & Fitness at The Hope.  Exercise, Nutrition, Mindfulness, and Self-care are essential for our Temple (Body) in walking like Jesus.  Mila Hoban-Munden leads our Wellness classes which take place every week from Monday through Thursday from 5 pm - 6 pm in the Hope Kids Room. Please bring a friend, your water bottle and towel. A donation of $10 per week is suggested but not required. For more information, email Mila at milamunden@gmail.com.

Join us for the College & Young Adult Bible Study (ages 18 yrs to 26 yrs) on Thursday, March 19th, and a time of food, fellowship worship, interactive learning as we explore understanding the Bible and our faith, learn to become disciples who bear fruit and advance the kingdom of God in the world around us and daily life skills. The Bible study meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 6 pm - 8 pm at James and Adi Kendall's home (108 Nutmeg, Atwater). For more information and details please contact Adi and James at (209) 582-8414. 

Ladies, mark your calendar for the next Women's Ministry Brunch which will be on Saturday, March 21st, from 10 am to 12 noon in the sanctuary. As we start our Bible study “Beyond a Shadow of Doubt,” we’ll gather celebrating God’s truth, hope, and clarity in our lives. This will be a fresh, fun, and joy-filled morning designed to encourage connection, laughter, and meaningful fellowship. All women of the church are invited, and we warmly encourage you to bring a friend! If you’re able, please bring a breakfast dish to share as we enjoy sweet time together. For questions, contact Divina at divinabutler@yahoo.com or Emmaly at emmaly.munguia3@gmail.com.

Join us for a special Evening of Music on Saturday, March 28th, at 6 pm here in the Sanctuary. This will be an evening as we come together, worship, and enjoy uplifting music. Whether you come to sing along or simply listen, it will be a beautiful time of connection and encouragement. We hope to see you there!

Discover the link between the Feast of Passover and the last supper Jesus shared with His disciples. Join us Friday, April 3rd, at 6 pm in the sanctuary for an exploration of the beautiful symbolism of this traditional meal called a seder. This feast, which encompasses all of the senses, helps us to deepen our understanding of the roots of our faith and shows us how God fulfilled His promises of deliverance for all through Jesus the Messiah. Childcare will be provided for ages 5 and under. Check-in will be after the meal and before the program starts.  Please RSVP here, we desire to make sure there is plenty of food for everyone, helps us prepare well and serve you better. 

The community is invited to the annual Easter Sunrise Service hosted by churches throughout Atwater on Sunday, April 5th, at 6:30 am at Atwater High Stadium. Immediately after the service, stop by The Hope (across the street from Atwater High) for breakfast and fellowship. For questions, email office@thehope.live.

Mark your calendars! Youth Taco Fundraiser is coming Sunday, April 19th. More details will be coming soon!

On Sunday, April 26th, we will celebrate Child Dedication Sunday. This is a very special day when parents dedicate their children to the Lord and commit to raise them in a loving Christian home, to model the love of Christ and be connected to a church. If you would like to participate in this special service, please register your child / children here and complete the form. We would like to prepare a gift for you and your child. Please email Janet at office@thehope.live if you have any questions.

This Mother’s Day season, we invite the women of our church to come together for a special outreach event filled with compassion, connection, and care.  The Women's Ministry is currently seeking donations of toiletries (non-aerosol and no scented items) and other practical items included in each purse. Your generosity will help us make this outreach a meaningful blessing. 

Then, join us on Saturday, May 9th, at 10 am in the Hope Kids Room as we prepare and fill the purses with essential supplies and toiletries to bless women in need within our community. Each purse will be thoughtfully packed with practical items and a heartfelt reminder that they are seen, valued, and loved. Let’s gather in fellowship, share meaningful conversation, and make a tangible difference—one purse at a time. Together, we can extend hope and dignity to women who may need it most this Mother’s Day. Because every woman deserves to feel cared for!