Steps Classes

A process for pursuing spiritual growth.

Call the Hope office at (708) 687-2230 for more information.

First Steps - Discovering Membership in God's Family

STEP 1 is designed to introduce people to the foundational beliefs of HOPE. Some topics covered in STEP 1: salvation (What does it mean?), baptism (Why is it necessary?), HOPE's doctrinal statement (What do we believe?), HOPE's Core Values, HOPE's mission statement (What are we doing?), HOPE's corporate structure (How are we organized?). If you want to become a member of HOPE, or simply find out more about us, you need to get into STEP 1-First Steps.

Walking with God - Discovering Habits for Spiritual Maturity

STEP 2 is designed to give Christ-followers the motivation and the tools to have a dynamic relationship with GOD. Some questions answered in STEP 2: How do I read and understand the Bible? How and when should I pray? What does my relationship with God have to do with how I handle money? Why are small groups important? If you want a deeper personal relationship with God, get into STEP 2-Walking with God.

Getting in SHAPE - Discovering My SHAPE for Ministry

STEP 3 is designed to help Christ-followers discover their God-given SHAPE for ministry. SHAPE is an acronym for: Spiritual gifts (What are they? What is their purpose?), Heart (What do I love to do?), Abilities (What can I do?), Personality (What am I like?), and Experience (What have I done before?). This STEP ends by providing a simple structure for plugging people in where they are best SHAPEd to serve. If you want to serve, but don't know where, get in STEP 3-Getting in SHAPE.

Sharing Your faith - What we are commissioned to do

STEP 4 is designed to help you discover the life mission that God has designed for you, a life that involves telling other people what Jesus has done in your life. This class will help you learn about God's purpose for your life, teach you effective ways of sharing your faith and teach you about God's world-wide plan for bringing people into a relationship with Him.