Helping adults come to know Jesus and grow in Him
Adult
Education
Our Adult Classes on Sunday
morning combine fellowship, prayer, teaching and laughter. These
communities are places where people can meet others, share prayer needs, and
learn and discuss together God’s Word.
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Leader:
Pete Balentine @ 978 463-4673
Places to Serve: Sunday Morning Teachers, Care and Prayer leaders
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Caring
Team
As the name implies, this ministry consists of adults from
the congregation who, having a true desire to serve others as Jesus served,
connect with people at Hope who are experiencing physical problems, loss, or
other challenges in life. Involvement with the Caring Team provides an
opportunity to extend compassion as well as direction to others.
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Leader:
Al Fowler @ 978 388-5176
Places to
Serve: Caring Team Members
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Men’s
Support Group
Men, ages 20 and up, participate in this support group that
provides accountability, education, and spiritual direction, Men dealing with a
variety of life circumstances come to receive the support they need to provide
Christ-like leadership in their home, families and relationships. There is a
minimum 6-month commitment.
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Leader:
Al Fowler @ 978 388-5176
Places to
Serve: Attend weekly meetings as
well as various gatherings such as Promise Keepers
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Pre-marital
Counseling
We offer a 6 week counseling opportunity using the Prepare /
Enrich counseling tool. This teaches couples the skills of communication,
conflict resolution, family systems, budgeting and goal setting. This
counseling is mandatory for anyone who wishes to be married by the church.
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Leader:
Pete Balentine @ 978 463-4673
Places to Serve: Prepare/Enrich Marriage Counselors (requires training)
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Seniors
(not developed yet)
Our team’s purpose is to provide both spiritual and practical
assistance during the various stages of the aging process. Possibilities
include regular social/spiritual activities (meals, trips, speakers, etc.) and
a visitation program for shut-ins.
Leader:
Places to
Serve: Fellowship Activity
Planners and Leaders, Nursing Home Visitors
Small
Groups
At Hope, we believe a small group of 3 to 12 people provides the optimal environment for the type of
life-change Jesus intends for every believer. Small groups allow you to deepen
relationships with a few other Christians you have learned to trust over time. A small
group is a place to apply the Bible to daily life and encourage each other in the
basic habits and character qualities of a follower of Christ. We offer a number of
different small groups based on where you are in your spiritual journey. Small Groups
meet here at the church and in homes throughout the week – morning, day, and
evening.
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Leader:
Pete Balentine @ 978 463-4673
Places to Serve: Various Small Group Leaders, Helpers/Apprentices
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Welcome Team
Our goal is to help new people feel welcome and connected
within the body of Christ here at Hope. The Welcome Team is responsible for
creating an open and welcome environment to visitors, members and regular
attendees. People are greeted warmly as they enter the church building. New
visitors are engaged, and given information and tours. The team works closely
with the Caring Team to coordinate outreach efforts.
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Leaders:
JoAnn Whitley @ 978 465-5786 and Dave Proctor @ 978 270-8068
Places to Serve: Front Door Greeters, Information Booth Workers
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