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FAQ

1. Q:  Why  should  I  be  in  a  small  group?

A:  Well, there are a couple reasons.  First, Christian community is very important.  Second, Hope is getting pretty big.  As Hope grows, small groups have become the number way for people to make authentic, gospel friendships with other people at Hope Community Church. Being in a Hope small group is no longer just “extra” time with Hope people.  It has become a necessary tool for finding community.  We recommend ALL regular attenders of Hope become consistently involved in a small group.

2. Q:  Who  would  I  be  in  a  small  group  with?

A:  Have you seen the Simpsons?  You know Homer’s next door neighbor, Flanders?  Well, he’s not likely to be there.  Hope small groups are made up of the people you see every Sunday at Hope.  Anyone can be in a small group.  Hope has over 40 Small Groups with nearly 500 people attending those groups on a weekly basis.

3. Q:  What  types  of  groups  are  there?

A:  There are several types of small groups. Currently those are: Mixed groups (containing anyone of any age, gender, or marital status), college age groups (women’s, men’s, & co-ed groups), married & engaged couples groups, young-mid 20’s groups.

4. Q:  What  does  a  typical  Hope  Community  Church  small  group  look  like?

A:  Each Hope small group will have its own ‘personality’ based on the group leaders and those attending the group.  However, all Hope small groups include elements of community building, prayer, study of God’s Word & service.  The vast majority of Hope small groups meet homes around the metropolitan area.

5. Q:  How do  I  find  a  group?

A:  Look at the map on this page.  Different color markers are used to indicate the type of group and the location.  Click on the marker to see the night of the week and meeting time.  You can also click on the group name to contact the leaders of that group (via the City) with any specific question you have about that group.  Clicking on the leader’s name will direct you to that group’s City page where you can request to join the group.  (See below for information on the City.)

6. Q:  What  is  the  City?

A: Go here to learn more about the City.

7. Q: What  if  I’m  interested  in  leading  a  small  group  at Hope?

A: The first thing we ask of  people interested in leading a small group is that they fill out our small group leaders application. You can fill that out by clicking here. If have specific questions or would like to talk through what it looks like to lead a small group at Hope please contact Naty Severson: naty@hopecc.com or Rachel Larson: rachel@hopecc.com

8. Q:  What  if  I  have  other  questions?

A:  If you have any other questions or need additional help finding a group please contact our small group staff.  Naty Severson: naty@hopecc.com or Rachel Larson: rachel@hopecc.com