Christian practices
"All Religions have spiritual practices. Buddhists burn sage and meditate. Muslims avail themselves of their prayer rugs. Christian tradition has developed a wealth of practices, too: fasting, almsgiving, vigil-keeping, confessing, meditation... In churches and homes everywhere, people are increasingly interested in doing Christianity, not just speaking or believing it." Muddhouse Sabbath, Lauren F. Winner
At Hope Church, we believe that spiritual practices teach us what it means to live as Christians. Discipleship means engaging practices of Christian spirituality in order to grow more deeply into the people God is calling us to be. Which practices? Well, that is largely up to you, but consider these possibilities:
Worship
- Worship regularly at Hope
- Seek out additional worship experiences at home or with other communities of faith
Outreach
- Spread the good news of God's peace, justice, and love
- Invite others to worship or other events at Hope
Read
- Explore scripture - on your own and in community
- Study Christianity and other faiths
Serve
- Participate in opportunities to work for peace and justice, locally and globally
- Share time and talent with the community of Hope
Hospitality
- Extend Hope's welcome to all when we gather
- Open your life and home to strangers and to friends
Invest
- Bring your time and money closer into line with your values and vision
- Strive to tithe, supporting Hope's community
Pray
- Set aside time for daily prayer
- Explore alternative forms of meditation and prayer
