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Hope Chapel AME Zion Church
There is a place for you

Our Ministries

There is a place for you at Hope Chapel.

Hope Chapel's ministries help our members grow in faith, care for one another, serve with purpose, and share the love of Christ in our church and community. Through worship, discipleship, outreach, leadership, and fellowship, we continue the work of building God's Kingdom with hope and love.

Hope Chapel members and youth at a church day out
Ministries

Caring · Equipping · Teaching

Members joining hands in prayer during a church gathering

Class Leaders

Class Leaders serve God by caring for His people. This ministry supports the congregation through prayer, connection, encouragement, and faithful care in partnership with the Pastor. Class Leaders help remain attentive to the physical, mental, and spiritual needs of members, reflecting the sacred call to love others, serve Christ by serving one another, and remain steadfast in well-doing.

Lay leaders greeting one another during worship

Lay Council

The Lay Council equips believers to grow, lead, and serve with excellence. This ministry supports the Pastor, strengthens the church, and encourages members to use their gifts for Kingdom work. At Hope Chapel, all members are part of the life and witness of the church, whether serving in elected roles, appointed roles, or through faithful participation.

Buds of Promise children with their certificates in the sanctuary

Christian Education

Christian Education provides guidance, development, and spiritual formation for children, youth, young adults, and adults in the Christian way of life. Through teaching, discipleship, study, and faith development, this ministry helps Hope Chapel grow stronger across generations.

  • Sunday School
  • Bible Study
  • New Members Class
  • Youth and adult faith formation

Worship and Music

Worship and music ministries help lead the congregation in praise, worship, creativity, and spiritual expression.

African Drumming Ministry

A youth and teen ministry that brings rhythm, culture, creativity, and spiritual expression into the life of Hope Chapel.

Fred A. Wesley Chancel Choir

The choir helps lead the congregation in worship through hymns, gospel music, and sacred song.

Media Ministry

The Media Ministry supports worship, communication, sound, visual needs, and digital ministry efforts.

Leadership and Service

Leadership and service ministries support the spiritual, administrative, and operational life of the church.

Deaconess

Supports the sacred work of the church through service, care, and worship support.

Men of Zion

Encourages men in fellowship, service, spiritual growth, and support of the church.

Steward Board

Supports the Pastor and assists with the spiritual and temporal responsibilities of the church.

Stewardess

Serves the church through worship support, preparation, and care connected to sacred services.

Trustee Board

Supports the care, stewardship, and maintenance of church property and resources.

Ushers

Welcomes and assists worshipers with hospitality, order, and care during services.

Outreach and Community

Outreach and community ministries help Hope Chapel serve beyond the walls of the church and respond to the needs of the community.

Boutique of Hope

Provides support and care to the community through clothing and other helpful resources.

Food Pantry

Serves individuals and families through food assistance and community care.

Community Awareness Team

Helps keep the church informed, engaged, and responsive to community needs and opportunities.

Evangelism

Shares the Good News of Jesus Christ and helps extend Hope Chapel's witness in the community.

Publicity Ministry

Supports church communication, announcements, visibility, and promotion of ministry activities.

Women's Home and Overseas Missionary Society

Supports mission, service, spiritual growth, and outreach through the broader AME Zion tradition of missionary work.

Hospitality and Support

Hospitality and support ministries help create a welcoming, caring, and organized church environment.

Culinary Team

Supports fellowship, church gatherings, special programs, and ministry hospitality through food service.

Greeters

Welcomes members, visitors, and guests with warmth, care, and hospitality.

Gather

Weekly and Monthly Ministry Connections

Sunday

Church Sunday School: 9:30 AM

Praise & Worship Service: 11:00 AM

Tuesday

Corporate Prayer: 7:00 AM

Call-in details are shared with members and regular participants. To request access, please contact the church office.

Wednesday

Bible Study: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM via Zoom

Zoom access information is shared directly with members and participants. To request access, please contact the church office.

Thursday

Choir Rehearsal: 6:00 PM

Monthly

African Drumming Ministry: 2nd & 4th Sunday after service

Boutique of Hope: 3rd Saturday at 9:30 AM

Food Pantry: 3rd Saturday at 9:30 AM

Serve with Hope

Use Your Gifts. Grow in Faith. Serve with Hope.

God has placed gifts within every member of the body of Christ. At Hope Chapel, there is room for your service, your voice, your care, and your commitment.