Adult Ministries
Spiritual formation is a grace-fueled process of growing to be more like Jesus. In practical terms, this means we are called to:
- LIVE – with others in authentic community (Acts 2:42)
- LEARN – grow in knowledge and wisdom (Matthew 28:20)
- LOVE – others as God has loved us (John 13:34)
You will find many opportunities for connecting in community (live), classes (learn), and service and missions (love), all of which will fuel your spiritual growth. As a seeker or believer, your starting place is Alpha; once you have experienced Alpha, you are invited to take advantage of the many other opportunities to live, learn, and love as you follow Jesus, who is the Way, Truth, and Life (John 14:6).
Jesus has commanded us to “go and make disciples” (Matthew 28), and that is the goal of spiritual formation at Hope Des Moines. Our desire is to encourage, challenge and equip people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ, living out the ways of Jesus in every aspect of their lives.
ALPHA Course
Wednesdays, April 7 – June 11, 11:30-1:30
Hope West Des Moines in the Bridge
Holy Spirit Retreat: Friday and Saturday, May 14 & 15
Audience: Seeker, Believer
Click here to register.
Alpha is a 10 week experience you don't want to miss. Enjoy great teaching, worship, and open conversation on the Christian faith. For those who have been through Alpha previously, you may attend again if you invite a friend who has not yet experienced Alpha. Alpha will take place in small groups in various host homes. Sorry, no childcare will be available.
Contact David Stiltz, Co-Adult Ministry Coordinator, at Adult.ministry@hopecitybranch.org.
Community Life
God designed us to be in community. We truly are better when we are connected together (John 17:20-23). The following Community Life opportunities are available for you to connect and build relationships, study and grow, pray for each other and the church, and serve as God leads you.
Community Life for Small Groups
The four avenues for getting connected into a small group at Hope CityBranch:
- Watch upcoming bulletins for information on new opportunities to connect with one another and grow in Christ during the Lenten season, starting Feb. 17 and running through Easter.
- Alpha (see above for information about Alpha)
- Specific groups for men and women (beginning in January)
- Form your own small groups. For more information about small groups, contact Nick & Andrea Konz at andreakonz@aol.com.
Small Group Leader Training
Watch for more information soon.
Community Life for Men
Men in the Mirror Small Groups
Sundays, beginning Sept. 13, ongoing
Audience: All men
Take your pick of a men’s small group meeting various nights of the week around the city. We will explore God’s purposes for a man in an informal, relevant study.
Young Men’s Adventure
Sundays, ongoing, 8:00-10:00 pm, meets at 2418 Drake Park Ave
Join other guys in their 20s and 30s for an incredible time of sharing our stories, studying God’s Word, and encouraging each other in prayer. Topics rotate from Bible studies to book studies.
Community Life for Women
Encouraging One Another
Thursdays, beginning Sept. 17, 7:00 pm, 5821 Pleasant Dr., Des Moines
Audience: All women
Join other women of all ages for fun, fellowship and a time of growing in God’s Word.
Community Life for Engaged and Married Couples
Couples’ Date Night
Various nights throughout the year, TBD
A great opportunity for couples with young children to spend a great night together while the kids are provided safe and fun childcare.
