Elders
The elders (collectively known as the Session) are a “band of brothers” elected by the congregation who vow to bring glory to God by serving the church family through regular prayer, encouragement in God’s revealed Word, and shepherd-like service to Hope Church’s members and friends.
Andrew Applegate | Contact
Dudley Bell | Sabbatical
Frank Chen | Contact
Delane Clark | Sabbatical
Ned Erickson | Contact
John Gathara | Contact
John Lenham | Contact
Larry McGee | Emeritus
Tom Nicholson | Emeritus
John Petty | Sabbatical
Ethan Smith | Contact
David Speakman | Contact
Jeff Trollinger | Sabbatical
Blair Whitworth | Contact
Deacons
The deacons (collectively known as the Diaconate) are a “band of brothers” elected by the congregation who vow to bring glory to God through deeds of mercy, generosity and practical service to Hope Church’s members & friends.
Charles Ashton | Contact
Dick Erali | Contact
Mark Evans | Contact
Nick Hansell | Contact
Ernie Hobbs | Contact
Michael Mitchell | Contact
Tim Musser | Contact
John Reed | Contact
John Spainhour | Contact
DJ Whittemore | Contact
Ben ZumMallen | Contact
MERCY NEEDS AND DEEDS
The deacons are eager to assist members of Hope Church in areas of need that require knowledge a member doesn’t have or is unable to do physically. This includes tasks such as changing light bulbs, small repair jobs, dusting ceiling fans, removal of large tree limbs, etc. You may not have the need yourself but may know of a fellow member that has need but would hesitate to ask.
MERCY FUND
This fund serves members’ needs that the mercy fund committee decide warrant church financial assistance. Generally, this involves immediate temporary needs such as housing, food, utilities expenses, and/or medical care. Additional financial needs are also considered for assistance.