Classes at the well

Hope Church is busy on Wednesday nights! We have a variety of different classes and programs for adults, youth, and kids. Some of our programs include Bible study, youth and kid activities, worship, marriage and parental support and more. We have something for everyone. See a full list of our programs below.

The Well Class Descriptions

*Please check posters on campus for possible room changes

After Hours: Post-Sermon Dialogue with Hope Preaching & Teaching Team and Each Other
Have you ever wanted to ask the 'Preacher' questions after you have heard a sermon preached? Each Wednesday evening Pastors Rufus and Eli and the Preaching and Teaching Team will delve deeper into the sermon text, answer your questions, and hear your insights. You may ask questions in writing or live that evening. In addition, you will also converse with others around a table setting and learn their perspectives.

Parenting With Hope (PM Moms in Conjunction with Family Ministry)
This is a great and terrifying reality: The most influential person in the world is the intentional parent. Even in the digital age. Even when we feel like our kids are not listening and are not noticing. But what is it we are supposed to be intentional about? Behavior? Achievement? Happiness? There are many voices competing for the attention of parents and kids. Parenting with Hope offers principles, insights, and dialogue related to the challenges and opportunities parents face in today’s world.

START • Christian Beliefs: Twenty Basics Every Christian Should Know
“God doesn’t call every Christian to go off to seminary, but there are certain matters of doctrine—that is, the church’s teaching—that every Christian simply must know. Theology is important because what we believe affects how we live. If you’re a relatively new believer in Jesus, or if you’re a more mature Christian looking for a quick brush-up on basics of the faith, Christian Beliefs is for you.” (Dr. Wayne Grudem)

Our Gospel Journey: Growing Together Through Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
Each week participants will unpack one of the four Gospels from a 30,000-foot view to learn its purpose, uniqueness, and similarities. This class will focus primarily on the life of Jesus from each writer's perspective and equip believers with practical steps to share our faith in order to make disciples where we live, work, and play.

Sorry, Not Sorry: Creating Safe pLaces for Spiritual Conversations
Most of us want to share our love of Christ but don’t know how. Join Pastor Chad on how to create a safe space and place for hard conversations about life, what we believe, how we are different, and how love is stronger than our differences.

MERGE: Dating with a Christian Perspective
Healthy marriages start long before the wedding. Couples who participate in premarital counseling experience an increase in marital fulfillment over those who do not. MERGE prepares dating and engaged couples for marriage by addressing common challenges from a biblical perspective. It’s a chance to hear wisdom and receive counsel about marriage in a safe, fun, and authentic environment. Class dynamics will include large group teaching, small group discussion with leader couples, and weekly homework.

Heart of a Caregiver: Finding Peace Through God's Word for Those Providing Care During Any Circumstance or Stage of Life
The Heart of the Caregiver is a 10-week course developed to take caregivers from feeling overwhelmed to being overjoyed. Designed for caregivers of all kinds from caregivers of mentally or physically disabled, children, adults, or seniors to grandparents raising their grandchildren. The intent is to help you learn God’s truth about yourself, your situation, and the person you care for. Caregivers will come to see themselves, their situation, and the person they are caring for in a whole new way – through the light of God’s amazing love

The Second Mountain for The Second Half: Connecting to God's Great Commission Purposes at Midlife
Many people begin to question their trajectory as they enter their midlife years. They ask things like, "Is this it? Or does God have something more purposeful for me?" The answers to these questions involve The Great Commission. We will glean from the biblical narrative, specifically the characters God transformed in the second half of their lives, to discern what God might be inviting us to do next.

Square One for Autism and Other Special Needs: A Primer on What to Know and Do About Autism
Dr. Tanjala Gipson-Badie, a local neurologist/neurodevelopmental disabilities specialist, created and will lead this four-week course. In week 1 entitled What is Autism, participants will learn how autism is defined and how to obtain a diagnosis. In week 2 entitled Why Autism; we will discuss genetic testing and the genetics of autism. Finally, weeks 3 and 4 will be focused on What to Do About Autism: Non-Medication Strategies (week 3) and Making Informed Choices about Medication Choices (week 4). This course is ideal for parents of newly diagnosed, previously diagnosed with remaining questions, or those with suspected autism.

S.H.A.P.E.: Spiritual Gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, and Experiences
We believe the SHAPE Assessment is a helpful tool for discovering our spiritual uniqueness to better serve in God’s work. After taking the assessment, Hope staff leaders will help you understand the results and evaluate your gifts with tools that will better equip you to serve. In this class, a SHAPE (spiritual gifts) assessment will be administered during the first session. In the 2nd week, a Hope staff member will go over results individually with each participant.

Introducing Hope
This class helps you understand what Hope Church and the Christian faith are all about. At the completion of this class, you will have the opportunity to become a member of Hope Church. It is offered in-person and online via Zoom.

for kids…

WOW! Kids exists to truly blend faith and fun! Energetic music, exciting activities, and engaging safe relationships help us find our hope and purpose in Christ. Every kid will walk away with the gospel on their level so that God may be imprinted into their lives and that joy may be shared with their friends. Never forget, Jesus was once a kid! Join us to celebrate life as He would with Hope 4 Kids. All children’s activities begin at 6:30 pm (doors open at 6:15) and end promptly at 7:30 pm. For more information, contact Hope 4 Kids Director/Pastor Keith Weiss (Keith.Weiss@HopeChurchMemphis.com)

WOW! Special Kids and Adults is a place where we believe all individuals are created in His image and have a unique purpose. It is our mission to lift individuals to their fullest potential, help them discover their God-given talents, and share those talents within the Body of Christ. For more information on how to join the fun, contact Macky & Friends Director, Donna Nasso (donna.nasso@hopechurchmemphis.com).

For Students…

On Wednesday nights at HSM (Hope Student Ministries), we are here to give some midweek encouragement to students in grades 6-12! After a long Wednesday in class, many students come straight to Hope from school, while others get shuttled here by our Wednesday after school pick up vans. Our event is a fun, loud, and semi-chaotic collection of music, games, and teaching full of grace and truth. We want you to enjoy yourself with no added pressure! So bring a friend, and come join us Wednesday nights for a whole lot of fun. High School meets in The Big Room (Entrance 6) and Middle School meets in the Gym.

To learn more about student programs and activities throughout the week, along with trip and service opportunities, visit HopeChurchMemphis.com/Students.