Incredible Progress
From 1996-2010, I served as a youth pastor at Northwest Bible Church here in Tucson. Serving in that ministry was a joy, but in those last few years, God put it on my heart to plant a new church here in Tucson. With NWBC’s blessing, about 40 adventurous saints stepped out in faith and officially began services for Hope Community Church in January 2011. Our first rental agreement was with Wilson Middle School, which is where we have continued to hold services these past 15 years (except for one year at El Conquistador Resort during Covid). God has used Hope to plant churches, send missionaries, build churches/schools around the world, baptize new believers, and edify the body of Christ. Our God is amazing!
In terms of a place for Hope to call home and continue ministry in God’s kingdom, we have been constantly looking and praying. Early on, we looked at some land behind Wilson that ended up not working. We also purchased 10 acres on Tangerine and La Cholla, but that also had water and sewer difficulties that drove the price of building up too high (that property was sold). In 2021, we were considering buying the bowling alley on Ina Road which would also have cost a lot for renovation. Before making a decision on that property, a church closed on 3130 W. Overton Road. After a short conversation with that regional denomination, a price was set and Hope was able to purchase our current property.
Just last year, we were able to expand the 4.5 acres to 5.5 acres, by purchasing the last one-acre lot behind the church. This lot also has a small house (affectionately known as the Hobbit House). Skilled Hope members have been hard at work preparing that house for immediate and needed ministry space. Next month Pastor Kevin, Pastor Gary, Ambassadors Church Staff, one of our missionaries and I will be moving into that space for offices. This will not only provide office space, but will also allow the older modular to be removed so that construction on our new Church worship center and HopeKids wing can begin. Lord willing, we will have our final civil engineering document soon and be able to begin building this year!
We desire to be a light for the community right there on Overton Road. Thank you Lord for the incredible progress you have made! May God continue to use Hope to plant more churches, send more missionaries, build more schools and churches around the world, baptize new believers, and grow spiritually in community as the church is edified.
~Pastor Randy
Our next baptisms will be on Easter Sunday, April 5 following the morning worship service.
Interested in being baptized? Contact Gina at info@hopetucson.com or (520)400-1483.
Join us this month for Prayer & Praise on Wednesday, April 29.
National Day of Prayer - Thursday, May 7 from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room.
The theme verse this year is:
"Tell of His glory among the nations,
His wonderful deeds among all the peoples ". (Chronicles 16:24)
We will be praying for what the National Day of Prayer calls the 7 pillars of influence in our culture:
Family
Media & Entertainment
Church
Military & First Responders
Education
Government
Business
Please come and join us for this powerful time of prayer!
Women's Ministry
Suzi King, Director
sking@hopetucson.com
Our Women’s Ministry is bringing in nationally known speaker and apologist, Megan Almon, for a powerful and timely conference on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Community Room.
Megan is widely recognized as a learned Bible scholar whose particular message resonates with young women and teens.
Megan will explore in session one, “The Bankruptcy of Moral Relativism", the many contrasts between a Biblical worldview and a cultural one. In session 2, “Beauty the Art of War”, Megan will present how the concept of beauty has been corrupted and exploited in today’s world and how young women can cast off the bondage of pursing this perverted version of what God has deemed beautiful and absolute.
This is a DON’T MISS opportunity for moms, grandparents and teens to become Biblically literate and spiritually empowered to live in the light of God’s good plan for true beauty.
Need more information? Contact info@hopetucson.com.
Register today!
Want to know a little more about Megan? Click on the link below.
In Matthew 28 Jesus tells His followers to “go make disciples.” At this mini conference we will explore how to engage in Gospel conversations with our friends, neighbors and coworkers, and leave feeling equipped to confidently follow up with and help a friend grow in their faith.
Please RSVP as soon as you can, so we know how many to plan lunch for. Thanks!
Interested in watching the video of the February mini conference on "Heaven & Hell - Our Eternal Destiny"?
Click on the link below after March 2!
Sunday, April 19 - Kickin' It for Campership
12:00 p.m. at Mt. View High School
This is a fundraiser for YoungLife Camp in memory of Tyler Edmiston.
It's back in person this year. Whether you love soccer, watching soccer, or just enjoy good food and fellowship, this event is for you! For questions, contact Denise Edmiston at 520-403-2579 or deniserenee87@gmail.com. Hope to see you there!⚽️
Lynne Hooge, HopeKids Discipleship Director
lhooge@hopetucson.com
Hello Hope Families!
We are looking forward to celebrating Easter with you on Sunday, April 5th, which is Family Sunday. It will be a special day to celebrate Easter as families! We will have special activity bags for the K-5th grade kids that day.
Have a blessed Easter as we rejoice in our risen Lord!
He is risen!
Lynne
VBS 2026 - May 25-29
Ages 4 (by 6/1/26) thru entering 6th grade.
Journey through Ireland in Emerald Crossing, where Psalm 23 comes to life! Kids will explore God as Shepherd, Guide, Comforter, Provider, and King through David’s story, hands-on activities, and apologetics.
Registration will open April 1st!
PLEASE NOTE: AT THIS TIME, REGISTRATON IS ONLY OPEN TO OUR HOPEKIDS DUE TO LIMITED SPACE. Of course, we would love to invite our unchurched friends, please check with me if you would like to invite them.
Want to volunteer at VBS? There are many ways to help. Contact me at lhooge@hopetucson.com.
Below is the link to to our VBS Amazon Wish List. It’s a work in progress, so items will be added as we figure out our needs. It is set up to ship items to Kendra, please do not change the shipping address. Please purchase items by May 1st.
Thank you for your support!
What We’re Learning:
March 1: (Family Sunday) Nahum Warned of God’s Judgement; Nahum
March 8: God’s People Were Taken Captive; 2 Chronicles 36
March 15: Every Person Matters; Psalm 139
March 22: Jeremiah Encouraged God’s People; Jeremiah 29-30
March 29: Palm Sunday & Easter; Matthew 21, 27-28; Mark 11, 15-16; Luke 19, 23-24; John 12, 19-20
Our Key Verses This Month:
Psalm 139:13-14: “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”
Zephaniah 3:17: “The Lord your God is among you, a warrior who saves. He will rejoice over you with gladness. He will be quiet in his love. He will delight in you with singing.”
Big Picture Questions:
What makes people special? People are special because we are made in God’s image, as male and female, to know Him.
Where is God? God is in all places, at all times and is always with His people.
March Birthdays
Whitaker Arellano 3/3
Finnian Kelly 3/5
Opal Ronstadt 3/6
Skye Blue Alcala 3/6
Hayden Massey 3/7
Arabella Fleming 3/9
Jacob Manoogian 3/10
Wade Ellwood 3/11
Hudson Glowa 3/12
Theo DeGroot 3/12
Sawyer Harris 3/17
Cayden Bowman 3/20
Ellie Stadelman 3/27
AWANA kids and parents! AWANA is winding down for the year, so please make sure that all of your verses have been memorized and your leaders have signed them, and you can get credit for them! We want you to be successful in finishing and reaching your goals!
Contact Tim Tolson at timtolson@comcast.net if you have any questions.
Gary Jones, Discipleship Pastor
gjones@hopetucson.com
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” (Acts 2:42)
Do you desire to be in a Home Group? Home Groups are a great way for us to grow in community and in our walk with Jesus. We desire to see everyone connected to a Home Group, so if you are interested in getting plugged in, please contact me at gjones@hopetucson.com.
Home Group Leaders, we have another meeting on Saturday, April 25 in the Community Room from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Sign up on the link below.
Men's Bible Study: Fridays, March 6th and 20th from 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room. This Bible Study is a great time to dive into God’s Word, pray, and build relationships with other men. This study is for men of all ages.
Men’s Breakfast: Saturday, March 21st in the Community Room at 7:30 a.m. Hear from Hope Elder Dan Larkin on “Living a Balanced Life” as we continue through the series “A Measure of a Man”. Men and teens of all ages are welcome to join us for some great food, fellowship, and an engaging message and discussion time. Join us!
Men's Lunch in February!
March Schedule
Tuesday, March 3rd - 6:30 p.m. at the Braeutigam’s Home
Sunday, March 15th - 12:30 p.m. at the Jones’ Home
Saturday, March 21st - 10:00 a.m. hiking at Tumamoc Hill
Tuesday, March 31st - 6:30 p.m. at the Braeutigam’s Home
Mark Your Calendars
Young Adults Retreat: Friday - Sunday, May 22 -24 at Southern Pines Baptist Camp, Mt. Lemmon
Contact me at gjones@hopetucson.com if you have any questions.
Valentine's Day Pizza Party
Young Adults Worship Night
Kevin Mason, Family Pastor
kmason@hopetucson.com
March Calendar for Youth Group
All Sundays in March - Youth Group from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Community Room
March 1, 15 and 29 dinners will be served.
March 15 - HopeSeniors will be joining us for Youth Group!
$500.00 Challenge Event in February! Thanks to all the students who participated!
Matt Ulrich
Tech Director
mulrich@hopetucson.com
1. If you want access to the online Hope Directory, please click this link below to get started.
2. If you haven’t already subscribed to our new email service, please do so by clicking this link.
3. We could always use more hands on our Sunday Tech team: audio, video, and lighting. If you are interested in being part of this team, please click the link below.
Bob & Merrillee Whren, Directors
Interested in our Seniors' Ministry? Contact Bob Whren at bwhren@gmail.com.
Our goal is to grow a community of support and encouragement for all families at Hope Community Church who wish to educate their students at home. All are welcome to participate in the activities regardless of what type of school they attend. Children that are not school age are also welcome.
For more details and information on this group, please contact Bre McCabe at bmambros@gmail.com or Tina Edgin at tsedgin@gmail.com.
