It’s no accident you are here!
Welcome to Hope!
We say it around Hope a lot, but we truly mean it: We’ve been praying for you! If you’re here checking us out for the first time, or looking to get involved, you’ve come to the right place!
Please take a moment to fill out this form below so we can get to know you and help you get connected!
Welcome to the Family!
Whether it’s your first time at Hope or you’ve been coming for years, church is better together! Check out these options for connection below!
Take a Class
Hope offers many classes to help you grow in your faith and get connected to others. We recommend trying out Alpha when it’s offered as well!
Meet with a Pastor
If you’re looking to get big faith questions answered, get to know our church more, or simply want to have a familiar and friendly face around Hope Ankeny, we invite you to meet with one of our pastors!
What’s Happening at Hope Ankeny?
Lots of people have lots of opinions about Jesus, sometimes shaped more by personal preferences, worldviews, and traditions than the actual Messiah revealed in Scripture. At Lutheran Church of Hope, we want everyone to meet, and get to know at the deepest levels, the Jesus of the Gospels: the One who heals, comforts, challenges, restores, surprises, and has the power to transform us and our world!
That’s why our 2026 annual theme at Hope is:
Jesus for Real: One Year. Four Gospels. Infinite Hope!
Sunday, Jan. 11, 12:30-2:30 pm
Learn from church leaders what it means to be a member, available service and ministry opportunities, and the vision God has given Hope for the future. Walk-ins welcome. Lunch and childcare are provided!
Sundays, Jan. 18 – March 15, 12:30-2:30 pm
The Alpha Course is an opportunity to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, non-threatening manner during thought-provoking weekly sessions. Each week, participants (age 18+) meet for a meal and large group talk followed by small group discussion. The course includes the Alpha Day Away, where many local Alpha Courses gather for a fun day of teachings, and discussion about the Holy Spirit on Feb. 28.
Friday, Feb. 20, 7:00-9:00 pm
We are excited to offer the Daddy Daughter Dance this February!! This is a time for girls age 3 – grade 6 to have some 1-1 time with someone special in their life. This wonderful night will include dancing, crafts, yummy food, photo opportunities, games and a giveaway gift at the end of the evening. Soak up the smiles and have a blast with this decorated, dazzling night of dancing and fun.
The Mission of Hope Is Supported by the Generosity of People Like You!
Your financial gifts help us further the mission of Lutheran Church of Hope and allow us to be the church for those in need in our own communities and communities across the globe. With your financial contribution, we can reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ. Thank you for considering a gift to Lutheran Church of Hope Ankeny.
