Easter at Hope Ankeny

You’re Invited: Easter at Hope Ankeny

Join us as we celebrate the Good News that Jesus Christ has risen indeed! With several service options and a day full of kids activities on Saturday, our prayer is that you and your loved ones can join us in celebrating the outpouring of God’s love for us through the victory on the cross. 

Saturday, April 4 | 1:00, 3:00, 5:00 & 7:00 pm
Sunday, April 5 | 7:00, 9:00 & 11:00 am 

Hope’s Sunday 9:00 & 11:00 am services are typically the highest attended Easter services, with overflow seating available throughout the building. If you prefer sitting in the Worship Center and services with a little extra elbow room, consider joining us on Saturday or on Sunday at 7:00 am!

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Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect at our Easter services:

  •  An inspiring Easter message by Pastor Scott Rains.
  • Special musical offerings from the Hope Ankeny Worship Team.
  • Quality childcare in the nursery for children ages 3 & younger at all services.
  • Children’s activity bags containing coloring pages and crayons will be available for all children.
  • Kids’ Easter activities take place on Saturday, April 4. Join us for an egg-citing afternoon full of Easter activities including games, crafts and inflatables.
  • Kid and adult friendly appetizers will be served from 12:00-7:00 pm on the lower level of the building on Saturday
  • ASL interpretation will be provided during the Sunday, 9:00 am service
  • We suggest arriving 20 minutes prior to your chosen service time

Saturday, April 4, 12:00-7:00 pm

Kids’ Easter Activities

Join us one hour before Hope’s Saturday Easter services for a variety of activities, including crafts, games, inflatables and more! After the activities, head to worship! All children and their families are invited.

Register to volunteer at this event!

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Holy Week Services

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Palm Sunday

Saturday, March 28 | 5:00 pm
Sunday, March 29 | 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 am

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Maundy Thursday

Thursday, April 2 | 5:00 & 7:00 pm

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Good Friday

Friday, April 3 | 5:00 & 7:00 pm

Easter Weekend Volunteer Opportunities

From ushering and greeting, to serving in Café Hope or helping with kids’ activities, there are several ways for you to get plugged in and help us welcome everyone to Easter at Hope this year!