Dear Hope Family,
As you read through this Annual Report, my prayer is simple: that you would pause for a moment and say, “I’m so glad I’m part of this church!” Not because everything has been easy or perfect, but because God has been unmistakably present, active, and faithful among us.
This past year has reminded us (again) that God often does His most meaningful work in ways we don’t expect. Sometimes through steady growth and celebration. Sometimes through quiet faithfulness that never makes headlines. And sometimes through moments that initially feel disruptive or even discouraging.
Many of you will remember the lightning strike that hit our campus last year. In an instant, plans were interrupted, systems failed, and what we thought was solid suddenly felt fragile. It wasn’t something we asked for. It wasn’t convenient. And yet, as time went on, it became clear that God was at work even there. What felt like a setback became an unexpected gift, and we were reminded (again) that our true foundation has never been a building, a system, or a plan, but the faithfulness of God Himself. That same theme has quietly played out in many stories throughout this year. Because again and again, we have seen God use unexpected hardships to bring about unexpected blessings.
As you read the stories that follow, from Kids Ministry and Youth, to Recovery, Missions, Special Needs, Adult Ministries, and beyond,
This past year has reminded us (again) that God often does His most meaningful work in ways we don’t expect. Sometimes through steady growth and celebration. Sometimes through quiet faithfulness that never makes headlines. And sometimes through moments that initially feel disruptive or even discouraging.
Many of you will remember the lightning strike that hit our campus last year. In an instant, plans were interrupted, systems failed, and what we thought was solid suddenly felt fragile. It wasn’t something we asked for. It wasn’t convenient. And yet, as time went on, it became clear that God was at work even there. What felt like a setback became an unexpected gift, and we were reminded (again) that our true foundation has never been a building, a system, or a plan, but the faithfulness of God Himself. That same theme has quietly played out in many stories throughout this year. Because again and again, we have seen God use unexpected hardships to bring about unexpected blessings.
As you read the stories that follow, from Kids Ministry and Youth, to Recovery, Missions, Special Needs, Adult Ministries, and beyond,
you’ll see this same theme woven throughout. You’ll read about lives being changed, faith being renewed, and people finding hope in Jesus right where they are. You’ll see numbers, details, and reports from our pastors that show careful stewardship. But more than that, you’ll read stories of real people encountering a real God.
This report isn’t about celebrating ourselves. It’s about bearing witness to what God is doing through a community of people who are imperfect, willing, and deeply dependent on Jesus. It’s about a church that keeps showing up, serving, loving, giving, praying, and trusting, even when the path forward isn’t always clear. (I’m so grateful I get to serve here at Hope!)
If you're new to Hope, I hope this report helps you see the heart of this church. If you’ve been here for years, I hope it reminds you that your presence, your prayers, and your faithfulness matter more than you realize. And if you’ve ever wondered whether God is still moving, still healing, still calling people to Himself, I believe this page answers that question with a resounding yes.
Thank you for being part of this story. Thank you for trusting God together. And thank you for leaning in to read more closely how He has been at work among us.
Peace,
Nick
This report isn’t about celebrating ourselves. It’s about bearing witness to what God is doing through a community of people who are imperfect, willing, and deeply dependent on Jesus. It’s about a church that keeps showing up, serving, loving, giving, praying, and trusting, even when the path forward isn’t always clear. (I’m so grateful I get to serve here at Hope!)
If you're new to Hope, I hope this report helps you see the heart of this church. If you’ve been here for years, I hope it reminds you that your presence, your prayers, and your faithfulness matter more than you realize. And if you’ve ever wondered whether God is still moving, still healing, still calling people to Himself, I believe this page answers that question with a resounding yes.
Thank you for being part of this story. Thank you for trusting God together. And thank you for leaning in to read more closely how He has been at work among us.
Peace,
Nick
Ministry updates for 2025
ADULT PROGRAMS
Adult Ministries
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Men of Hope
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Women of Hope
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Young Adult
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Missions
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Recovery & Support
In 2025 God worked powerfully through our Recovery ministries. Each ministry, in its own mission, points people to Jesus, the only place where true healing can be found.
Alcoholics Anonymous. Open meeting.
Celebrate Recovery met throughout the year providing a safe place for ALL in recovery, pointing people to Jesus through teaching, testimonies, and worship. Those who want to do deeper work may join our Step Studies, a 12-step study in a small, confidential group. Twenty people completed this process in 2025!
Circle of Hope Widows group. For women of all ages who've lost a spouse. The ladies met monthly for lunch and a program, and once for a special retreat.
Faithful and True is a men’s group with grace-focused support for sexual purity, with guys who have been there. Men found acceptance and healing.
Finding Hope provides a safe space for those with loved ones with addiction. This group met and prayed for each other while sharing the challenges they face.
GriefShare gave men and women a place to share their loss, and 24 people completed the 14-week session. In the Fall, we added a group specifically for widows.
Alcoholics Anonymous. Open meeting.
Celebrate Recovery met throughout the year providing a safe place for ALL in recovery, pointing people to Jesus through teaching, testimonies, and worship. Those who want to do deeper work may join our Step Studies, a 12-step study in a small, confidential group. Twenty people completed this process in 2025!
Circle of Hope Widows group. For women of all ages who've lost a spouse. The ladies met monthly for lunch and a program, and once for a special retreat.
Faithful and True is a men’s group with grace-focused support for sexual purity, with guys who have been there. Men found acceptance and healing.
Finding Hope provides a safe space for those with loved ones with addiction. This group met and prayed for each other while sharing the challenges they face.
GriefShare gave men and women a place to share their loss, and 24 people completed the 14-week session. In the Fall, we added a group specifically for widows.
Volunteering
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STUDENT MINISTRIES
Middle School
What a year the Middle School Youth had in 2025! A year full of fun, fellowship, and most importantly, growth in our relationships with Jesus.
We packed the Bison Room on a regular basis on Sundays and Wednesdays, and had record numbers for events like The Big Chill and CIY MIX Camp.
Between the amazing volunteers who pour into our students, and the students' eagerness to grow, it's a blast watching what God is doing in our group. Here's to bringing students closer to Jesus in 2026!
Middle School web page
We packed the Bison Room on a regular basis on Sundays and Wednesdays, and had record numbers for events like The Big Chill and CIY MIX Camp.
Between the amazing volunteers who pour into our students, and the students' eagerness to grow, it's a blast watching what God is doing in our group. Here's to bringing students closer to Jesus in 2026!
Middle School web page
High School
We kicked off 2025 with 97 students attending The Rush winter retreat, where they learned that God wants every part of our lives to be an act of worship to Him.
Fun community events helped students welcome friends who don't yet know Jesus. Students stepped up to lead on Sundays and Wednesdays through Bible study, worship, and loving others well. The highlight was seeing five students baptized in 2025, publicly declaring their faith in Jesus—Yay God!
And finally, we transitioned the leadership of the ministry to Josh Montgomery, our new High School Youth Pastor. I'm so excited to see how God uses Josh for the years to come!
- Ben Griffis
Even in just a few short months, I've seen God move so much in the High School ministry here at Hope. I've seen students show up every Wednesday and Sunday and have such a desire to learn more about Jesus! We wrapped up the Fall semester with almost 100 students and 20 leaders gathering to have ton of fun together. I'm super excited for the future of the High School ministry here at Hope!
- Josh
High School web page
Fun community events helped students welcome friends who don't yet know Jesus. Students stepped up to lead on Sundays and Wednesdays through Bible study, worship, and loving others well. The highlight was seeing five students baptized in 2025, publicly declaring their faith in Jesus—Yay God!
And finally, we transitioned the leadership of the ministry to Josh Montgomery, our new High School Youth Pastor. I'm so excited to see how God uses Josh for the years to come!
- Ben Griffis
Even in just a few short months, I've seen God move so much in the High School ministry here at Hope. I've seen students show up every Wednesday and Sunday and have such a desire to learn more about Jesus! We wrapped up the Fall semester with almost 100 students and 20 leaders gathering to have ton of fun together. I'm super excited for the future of the High School ministry here at Hope!
- Josh
High School web page
KIDS' MINISTRIES
Kids of Hope
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Bullfrogs & Butterflies
It's been another amazing year of teaching our students and connecting with their families! We have 52 students attending this year, and 28 of them are non Hopesters. Community families find us while looking for a quality, affordable preschool, and many come back to learn more about Jesus on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights.
The Bullfrogs and Butterflies Preschool began operating in January of 1989, so as of this month, we're starting our 37th year serving as an outreach to the Andover community!
Bullfrogs & Butterflies Preschool page
The Bullfrogs and Butterflies Preschool began operating in January of 1989, so as of this month, we're starting our 37th year serving as an outreach to the Andover community!
Bullfrogs & Butterflies Preschool page
Special Needs
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