BECOME A MEMBER

Why should I become a member?

We could list the benefits of membership, like the privilege to vote on things like budgets, elders, and (dare we say) senior pastors; but membership is much more than a list of perks. Becoming a member demonstrates your commitment to the local fellowship of believers here at New Hope. Membership says “this is where the Lord has placed me, and I’m committed to using my gifts in this body to further the cause of Christ.” It’s like a marriage…sure, you can live together forever, but there’s something special about the commitment that comes with saying “I Do.”

STEPS TO BECOME A MEMBER

Step 1

Attend three one-hour classes that cover: Values and History, Doctrine, Small Groups and Serving, Constitution and Bylaws.

Step 2

Prayerfully consider whether to make the commitment of membership, sign the membership application, and turn it into the office.

Step 3

Your application is then reviewed by the Board and approved at its next meeting.

MEMBERSHIP CLASSES

If you’re ready to attend a membership class, click the link below to see the schedule of upcoming classes.

Questions about membership?

CHOOSE A LOCATION

Traverse City Campus

5100 Bethesda Ct.
Sunday 8am and 10am

Bellaire Campus

Bellaire Theater
112 N Bridge St
Sunday 10am

The name Truth & Training reflects the passion of AWANA to teach 3rd & 4th grade boys and girls the truth of God’s Word and to train them to follow Christ in their daily lives. Our goal is that today’s kids will become tomorrow’s church leaders. TNT uses scripture memory, exciting worship, and Bible-based teaching to equip the kids of today to be the leaders of the future.

We love our sparks group! Kindergarten through 2nd graders will have the opportunity to be with qualified, trained teachers that both love the Word of God and your kids. Each week Sparks will have the opportunity to recite and memorize scripture, sing praises of worship, learn from the weekly Bible lesson, and play some wild games. Every moment of AWANA is fused with the same message: You matter to us and to God!

Cubbies is built on two premises:

Young children can and should receive spiritual training, and Home is the primary place for spiritual training. Our 4 year olds program helps you train up your children and gives you tools for Home! Awana is fun with a purpose – to reach and teach kids for Jesus Christ. Games, puppets, crafts, awards, and more - Wednesdays are where fun and learning go hand in hand.

KidZone University: Ages 12-13

These kids are taught more than just an understanding of the Bible. They are taught to see the application in scripture, and to use it to defend their faith! An “apologetic” approach to the Bible shows kids evangelism, service, and a deepening of their personal faith.

KidZone Varsity: Ages 9-11

KidZone Varsity’s focus is to move beyond understanding, and into application. Once kids can understand scripture, they can take steps to apply it to their everyday lives at home, at school, and in the world.

KidZone J.V.: Ages 6-8

J.V. is a time when the stories of scripture are pulled together. Kids are taught by many different teachers, but their goal is all the same: to help kids see Christ in the story of scripture from Genesis through Revelation.

KidZone Junior: Ages 3-5

Children need a personal relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Our aim is to introduce and expand a child’s perception of who Jesus is. We use music, crafts, and Bible stories to show why we desire to serve and follow Him.

Early Childhood: Ages birth-2

Children are uniquely created by God and greatly valued by Him. We welcome your children into our nurseries with open arms. Our Goal is to care for them in a safe and loving manner so they may know God loves them all the time.