“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” Matthew 5:14 A Lighthouse for the City God has created Hope+Elim to be a lighthouse in the city now and for many years to come, not only in our physical structure with a cross that can be seen from miles away, but spiritually for…
Schedule a Hospital Visit Members of the hospital Visitation Team provide support, prayer and encouragement for those in need of a visit during their hospital stay. Daily calls to the Des Moines-area hospitals to provide encouragement help our church family and their loved ones feel encouraged and supported. If you would like to schedule a call or a visit with…
We want to CARE for you Life can be challenging, but you don’t have to walk through it alone. At Hope+Elim our Care Ministry Team can help you navigate the storms of life, support you, and offer the care and promises of God. If you are in need and are looking for help with food, clothing, financial, social, or…
Generosity Promotes Change Thank you for your financial gift to further growth deep and wide at Hope+Elim and in our city around us. We know that generosity looks different for everyone, yet when we give what God has first given to us in obedience and overflow, we trust and believe that God will provide abundantly for our church. Your…
Baptisms at Hope+Elim Baptism is valuable and an important part of one’s faith journey. Jesus commands his followers to “go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” (Matthew 28:19). This is not a polite suggestion; it is a command from Jesus, which he gives…
Meet the Hope+Elim Staff Meet the Hope+Elim staff, focused on making Jesus known to the city of Des Moines, racial reconciliation, and serving families inside and outside the church. Our staff is comprised of dedicated followers of Christ who have a clear vision of our purpose for our community and neighborhood – to make Christ known to all cultures. We…
On a Mission (from God) Serving others is one of the greatest blessings God offers us. Acts of selfless service allow us to bring glory to God and shine his light in this world! Whether you are looking to serve here at Hope+Elim, or outside in our community or around the world, we have a number of places for you…
Kairos Des Moines Welcome to Kairos! We are a grace based community freely sharing the soul-satisfying love of Jesus, where anyone and everyone is welcome no matter where they come from or who they are. This is a safe space for you to explore what faith looks like and how it transforms your life. If you’ve been searching for this transformation…
Juneteenth at Hope+Elim This June, we’re proud to commemorate Juneteenth with a month full of meaningful events and celebrations! Throughout the month, we’ll be hosting a diverse lineup of activities and programs that honor the history, culture, and significance of Juneteenth. Join us as we reflect on the importance of this historic holiday, celebrate Black freedom and achievement. Juneteenth…
