At New Hope, we like to ask the question of why. Why do we organize summer for kids and youth? Why do we invest in the Promise, and the Christmas Journey? The answer to all of these questions is simple: Because it helps fulfill our purpose as a local church.

This summer we have tons of opportunities to continue to fulfill our purpose as a body of Christ-followers. All summer long, KidZone has camps that aim to bring kids (and their friends!) closer to God and the saving power of Christ. Wildfire and HSM both have events that strive to both bring kids into a relationship with Christ, and bring kids further into that relationship.

For the 2^nd year we will be cleaning up the West-Bay beach areas after the Cherry Festival fireworks (July 4 & July 9). This is another opportunity to to be the “beautiful feet” (Romans 10:14-15) that brings the Gospel to our community. The answer to ‘Why’ we do this is the same as anything we do at our church building: We desire to see the name of Jesus praised in the Grand Traverse Area.

Find a way to get involved with the ‘Why’ of New Hope’s summer. Bring your neighbor kids to church, help clean up the beach, get your teens involved in the crazy Wildfire and HSM events. Be a part of the ‘Why’ New Hope strives to be and do things well this summer.

Pastor Christian Brower

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.

The Question of Why

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