Vision Nights are a time of collective reflection on our church in the present and on where God may be leading us in the future. We will eat a meal together, and the leaders of Hope Church will guide us through a time of reflection, discussion, and prayer.
We hope to see you there! Please RSVP below the FAQ section so that we know how much food to provide!
Vision Nights FAQ
What is this?
This is an invitation into a participatory visioning process where we will identify ministry opportunities and needs through discussion and prayer.
Who should come?
If you call Hope Church your church home, we would love to have you participate.
When will it happen?
We will have two Vision Nights, one in August and one in September.
What is the goal?
The goal is to create conversations to ensure the leaders of Hope Church understand the needs and perspectives of our people, and to deepen our relationships and our faith as we go through this process together. We may come out of the two Vision Nights with some ideas about new or different things the Lord may be calling us to do, or we may come out simply knowing and loving each other more.
Will decisions be made at the Vision Nights?
While we want everyone to bring their ideas, thoughts, and perspectives about our church, this group will not be making decisions together. The conversations will provide the Elder Team and the staff with a broadened perspective as we consider what is next for Hope Church.
Is this going to change what I love about our church?
Hope Church has an established mission, core values, and an apprenticeship model. With those as our foundation, we are inviting the congregation to imagine the next season of Hope Church with us. While we eagerly anticipate where the Lord may lead us, we are happily rooted in our mission, core values, and emphasis on apprenticeship.
What will happen after the Vision Nights?
After the two Vision Nights, the Elder Team will enter a time of strategic planning, visioning, and discernment. Then, in December 2025, we anticipate having one more night to present what comes as a result of that process and move forward in it together.