Building Hope for Tomorrow
Building Hope for Tomorrow
Building Hope for Tomorrow is a giving campaign to create beautiful, God-honoring and highly functional holy spaces that will open new doors for Lutheran Church of Hope to love our neighbors, serve our community, and carry out Christ’s mission for generations to come as a faithful, vibrant, and culturally relevant 21st century church after God’s own heart!
We aren’t just building Hope for us, we’re doing something now that will continue to have a positive impact on people who will come to Hope and experience the life-saving love of Jesus Christ through the ministry of this church long after we are gone. The money given to Building Hope for Tomorrow is a short-term investment with some serious potential for long-term results!
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord, “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” Jeremiah 29:11
Through Building Hope for Tomorrow we will …
CELEBRATE
Celebrate 30 years of the miracle called Hope … and the best is yet to come!
CATCH
Catch God’s clear vision for a 21st century church!
CONNECT
Connect to a church with a heart for community!
CONTRIBUTE
Contribute cheerfully to build Hope for tomorrow!
Nov. 2-14, various days and times
Attend a Fireside Chat!
Connect with old and new friends in your church family at a 30-minute Building Hope for Tomorrow Fireside Chat to learn more about Building Hope for Tomorrow!
Learn all about the vision and goals of Building Hope for Tomorrow. Hosted by a Fireside Chat Host, you’ll hear a short video message from Pastor Mike who will communicate the purpose and vision of the campaign. The goal is for 100% of all Hopesters to attend a chat that works for you!
If you’d like to be a Fireside Chat Host, join us for a Host Training Session! Small group leaders are encouraged to send a representative from their group to one of the training sessions, where they will become equipped to host a Fireside Chat as a part of your regularly scheduled small group time.
Building Hope for Tomorrow Materials
Campaign Booklet
Read more about the Building Hope for Tomorrow.
Devotional Guide
Read special Building Hope for Tomorrow daily devotions written by Hope pastors. Digital devotions can also be found on Hope’s blog.
Prayer Guide
Pray for God’s blessings on this campaign and the ways he will move through Building Hope for Tomorrow!
Bible-Based Giving Guide
Discover the joy of cheerful giving, and what God has to say about it!
FAQ
Read frequently asked questions about Building Hope for Tomorrow. Have a question not answered here? Email us at [email protected]
Give
Prayerfully consider what God is calling you to give toward Building Hope for Tomorrow!
A 21st Century Church After God’s Own Heart
Current Café Hope space converted into a NEW Prayer Cove at the heart of our church building
Building Hope for Tomorrow at-a-glance
Two Family Rooms inside the Worship Center allow for families with young children to worship together in the room
NEW Café Hope coffee shop with a Christian resource center/bookstore open six days a week (all proceeds go to Hope’s local and global mission partners)
NEW Outreach Trucks (Hope on Wheels) to meet people where they are
REFRESHED Bridge with round tables; centered, permanent stage; and other updates for the 21st century
REFRESHED Chapel for the 21st century
NEW two-level Youth & Mission Outreach Center set up as an overflow worship space
NEW two-level Youth & Mission Outreach Center set up as recreational space (basketball, pickleball, volleyball, etc.)
South-facing view of Hope West Des Moines
NEW two-level Youth & Mission Outreach Center with dedicated space for youth ministry
NEW two-level Youth & Mission Outreach Center with dedicated space for youth ministry
NEW two-level Youth & Mission Outreach Center from a birds-eye view
REFRESHED Atrium for the 21st century
Special Events
Mark your calendar for a months-long celebration of Building Hope for Tomorrow with these special events!
Hope’s 30th Birthday Celebration
During and after Nov. 2-3 services
Join us for a special 30th Birthday Celebration during and after all weekend services as we celebrate 30 years as a church and cast the vision for the years ahead with fun surprises, cake, activities for all ages, and the official kickoff of the Building Hope for Tomorrow campaign!
Christmas Tree Lighting
Saturday, Nov. 23, 5:00 pm
Celebrate the beginning of the Advent season with indoor worship and an outdoor tree lighting event! The night will include a message by Pastor Mike and Christmas carols by Hope Worship as we count down to the lighting of a 25-foot Christmas tree and thousands of other lights! Immediately following, join us in The Bridge for a warm meal, crafts and holiday treats!
Commitment Sunday Reception
Sunday, Nov. 24, at all services
Have your cake and eat it, too, at our Commitment Sunday Reception!