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Highlights at Valley Hope
Alpha - Come Ask the BIG Questions
Starting Sept 21
Mondays 6-7:30 PM
Whether you’re curious about faith or just want space to talk about life, Alpha is for you. Watch thought-provoking talks and have honest conversations. No pressure, no judgment, just real connection. And everyone’s welcome. FREE Dinner and childcare are provided but registration is required. We can't wait to connect with you and hear your BIG questions!
Missional Community Groups (Small Groups)
Small Groups at VHC
Starting early September
Missional Community Groups are our small groups ministry at Valley Hope Church. We hope that you get plugged into a smaller community group and grow deeper in your walk with Jesus. Please register and someone will contact you shortly.
Together, cultivating communities that live out the life-changing hope of Jesus.
P.S.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR LEADERS! Reach out to ben@valleyhope.church if you are interested in learning more!
Community Meals
Together, cultivating communities that live out the life-changing hope of Jesus.
Mondays 5:30-6:30 PM
September 14
September 21
September 28
October 12
October 19
October 26
November 2
November 9
November 16
November 30
Join us for a FREE meal together around the table! If you would like to help serve, please contact mandyholbert@gmail.com
Discover VHC
Oct 11 & Oct 18
12:30 PM
If you are interested in membership at VHC or would just like to learn more about the church, Discover Valley Hope is for you! There will be two classes and this is your path to membership. You are not obligated to become a member if you attend the classes but you must attend both classes if you'd like to become a member. Lunch and childcare will be provided but registration is required.
The Practice
The Practice is a women's gathering to study what it looks like to follow Jesus. This semester we are focusing on applying the truth of God's Word. Consider inviting a friend either from your neighborhood, someone that doesn’t go to Valley Hope or that just hasn’t been able to make it to The Practice before. We need everyone to register. Childcare is provided for PreK - crawlers. Infants will need to stay with mothers. School aged children are welcome to play on the playground.
9:00-10:30AM
9/16 ........ Jane Schrum
10/21 ...... Eliza Fine
11/18 ....... Sarah Wetzel
12/9......... Amelia Weaver
VHC Choir
Come be a part of a special inter-generational and worship/music outlet at Valley Hope! No prior experience or musical skill is needed, you only need to be able to match pitch with a neighbor.
Details:
Rehearsals are on Tuesday nights
First rehearsal of the semester is September 8
High schoolers and adults are welcome to join
Middle schoolers may join if a family member is in the choir with them
Men are especially encouraged to participate!
See you there!
Kids Club Workers Needed - Paid Position
This is a paid position every other Wednesday 5:30-8:30PM starting Sept 16.
Youth-OWLS (Seniors) - Football Dinner Volunteer Opportunity!
October 16
3:15-5:15PM
Valley Hope Youth is partnering with the OWLs (our seniors at VHC) to feed the Owen High School football team dinner before their away game on October 16!
We need high schoolers and OWLS who are willing to com help serve that meal and will stay to help clean up!
Event will take place right after school and will go until about 5:15pm. Once the football team has left, the volunteers (OWL's & HS kids) will share a meal before cleaning up and departing!
Questions? Contact Bri Dierksen bri@valleyhope.church
High School Huddle
Check out the calendar for our upcoming High School Huddle dates! We meet 6-8PM at various locations. If you'd like to join in, reach out to Bri Dierksen bri@valleyhope.church for location details!
Youth Group
See the calendar for youth group dates! We meet 6-8PM at the church. If you'd like more details, reach out to bri@valleyhope.church !
Middle School Bible Study
See the calendar for our Middle School Bible study dates! We meet in various locations from 6-8 PM. If you'd like more information, reach out to Bri Dierksen bri@valleyhope.church !
Kid's Club
Kid's Club will start Sept 16! Registration will begin soon! We can't wait to see you there!
Dates:
September 16
September 30
October 14
October 28
November 11
December 2 (optional for Christmas)
Children's Ministry Volunteer
We need your help! We hope you'll consider volunteering just one Sunday a month with our Children's Ministry. This is a great opportunity to sit in regular community and set the table for others!
Upcoming Student Ministry Events
Reminders
Questions about Christianity? Alpha is for You!
Are you wondering what following Jesus is all about or maybe you belive but are new to life in Christian community. Alpha is a great place to start! Every fall we offer a 7 week course where you can bring your hopes, doubts, questions and fears and gather with others in a similar place in their journey. If you would like to be notified when the next course becomes available or just have questions, use the button below to connect with Amy!
From The Body
These are items put forth by people at Valley Hope Church as well as people living in the greater Swannanoa Valley community. If you would like to request something be promoted, please email communications@valleyhope.church . We do not communicate promotions of private businesses or services - only promotions from non-profts or items that benefit the community at large will be considered.
Walk for Your Neighbor
We are excited to announce that Walk for Your Neighbor will be BACK in Swannanoa this year! Please join us on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at First Baptist Church of Swannanoa for a walk and block party! The walk will start at 2pm, with the block party continuing until 5pm.
Our valley is still recovering and needs remain high. All donations from the Walk will go to support our neighbors! This year, 90% of funds raised will go to SVCM’s Crisis Ministry, with 10% going to The Blessing Project.
Ladies Bible Journaling
Tuesdays 5:30-7PM
Meet in the modular, all ladies welcome! Contact Melanee at melaneeberlin13@gmail.com for more info!
Game Night
Second Tuesday of the month
7-9:30PM
Fellowship Hall
Contact Zachery at zachandjamie2019@gmail.com for more info!
Session Meetings
Each month our Elders meet to discuss church direction and pastoral care. If you would like to attend, are in need of prayer or would like to bring forth a topic for discussion, please contact anthony@valleyhope.church.
Need a Little Help?
If you need help making ends meet, there are several assistance programs in the area. You can also connect with our deacons to see what help may be available to your through Valley Hope. Follow the link to learn more!
Request Prayer
If you have prayer requests, you can submit them online.
There is a time for healing prayer after each service the first Sunday of the month. You can also pray with the Prayer Team, Session or Staff at the end of each service.
If you'd like to pray for the needs of our body, please email Pattie Sibbet at pattiesibbett2@gmail.com to be added to our Prayer Chain or reach out to Becky Swann at beckyswann@gmail.com to join the Prayer Team.
Women's Bible Studies
These are the ongoing women's bible studies at VHC. There may be other special women's studies periodically throughout the year so check other announcements for those!
The Pracitce
The Practice is a women's gathering to study what it looks like to follow Jesus. This semester we are focusing on applying the truth of God's Word. Consider inviting a friend either from your neighborhood, someone that doesn’t go to Valley Hope or that just hasn’t been able to make it to The Practice before. We need everyone to register. Childcare is provided for PreK - crawlers. Infants will need to stay with mothers. School aged children are welcome to play on the playground.
9:00-10:30AM
9/16 ........ Jane Schrum
10/21 ...... Eliza Fine
11/18 ....... Sarah Wetzel
12/9......... Amelia Weaver
Pursuing Contentment
Tuesdays 1:00-2:30
Modular Unit at Valley Hope
Life can be hard! What does the Bible say about finding satisfaction in daily living?
Reach out to Pattie Sibbett 827-776-1828 if you have questions.
Ladies Study at Christ Community
"Your words I found and I ate them and they became a joy and a delight."-Jeremiah 15:16.
Does reading this verse make you want to experience a similar joy from reading God's word? Perhaps your Bible has collected dust...or you feel inadequate to study the Bible...or you may be a curious seeker or one with doubts or you may be a seasoned believer.
These 6 week studies seek to make God's word come alive in your heart!
Come join the women at Christ Community Church as we gather on Thursday mornings and Thursdays evenings at The Henry Building (4th floor ) on Montreat College’s campus.
1st session: Sept. 10-Oct.15
2nd session:Oct. 22- Dec. 3
Mornings: 9:00-10:30am
Evenings. 6:00-7:30pm
All you need to bring is your Bible and a notebook.
For further information reach out to: Jane Schrum 336-906-2052 Dottie Edwards 828-230-1781
Ladies Bible Journaling
Tuesdays 5:30-7PM
Meet in the modular, all ladies welcome! Contact Melanee at melaneeberlin13@gmail.com for more info!
Family Support Team
Let's show God's Love in Action.....
We are seeing a need to have a team of people who are willing to be "on call" to support people who are trying to "make it" on their own. The church family is a GREAT place to find caring people who want to follow the call of Jesus to have mercy on our neighbor (Luke 10:25-37), especially the stranger, poor, widow and orphan. This may include making a meal, helping them run errands, driving them to work and taking them home, etc. This is an opportunity to cultivate communities that live out the life-changing hope of Jesus. Please prayerfully consider how you and/or your family may be involved. Email amy@valleyhope.church.
Youth Volunteers Needed
God is doing amazing things in our youth! Looking for male and female volunteers to join us but especially males. Please contact Bri at bri@valleyhope.church to discuss if interested in learning more
Missions Giving Summary
Below is a summary of the ways Valley Hope Church supports missions both local and global.
- Missionary Support - $57,600 (impacts 17+ communities/nations)
- One time gifts to global workers and local missionaries - $7000
(many of these are young people exploring their call to missions) - Special projects for global workers - $4000
- Local schools and teams - $1000
- Disaster relief - $10,000
- NeighborCare Medical Clinic - $5000
- Camp Scholarships for Young Life and WyldLife - $2000
Don't Forget Your Stickers!
Don't Forget! Stickers are REQUIRED in order to pick up your children from Sunday School and other Children's Ministry events. This is for everyone's safety.
Volunteer for Children's Ministry
Connect with the O.W.L.S.
Are you an Older, Wiser, Loving Soul and want to be connected to others in this same stage of life at Valley Hope? O.W.L.S. are our seniors at VHC. You may be single, married, a grandparent, retiree, etc. Reach out to Carol Logan-Thompson at raylogt@gmail.com to be put on the email list for this great community of people!
VHC Building & Grounds Volunteers
Do you have volunteer time, specialized skills or equipment you would be willing to use for the benefit of the church? We believe God gives good gifts to his church in many ways and one of those ways is through His people.
Please fill out this form to let us know what skills and equipment you have and we'll contact you as opportunities arise (many of you have already filled this out in the past...no need to fill out again if you already have)
Need a Meal Train?
If you or someone you know is experiencing a life event and needs meals, our deacons can help get this organized! deacons@valleyhope.church
Help VHC Support At-Risk Families
Supporting at-risk families in crisis through Biblical hospitality in coordination with our local My Village Ministries leadership.
My Village Ministries equips churches like ours to facilitate gospel-centered family preservation.
- To provide family support and stabilization.
- To prevent childhood abuse and neglect.
- To prevent unnecessary foster care placements.
- To prevent, reduce, and repair childhood trauma.
- To provide holistic care.
We’re looking to build our Valley Hope team so that we can best serve the needs in our area. Our team will be ministering to families (many of which are single moms) in need of additional support to adequately care for their children (short term and longer term) that are vetted by the My Village Asheville team and assigned to / received by our team based on fit.
- Families in our local community.
- Ladies enrolled in the Hope for Tomorrow program in Black Mountain, part of the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry. We’ll be working with the team from Christ Community to serve the families in this program.
What are the roles in the team? Host Family, Community Coach, Community Friend, & Community Care work together to care for families and support each other in a sustainable way.
Who’s a good fit for serving in the roles? Families with a heart for foster care or adoption, empty nesters, families with the gift of hospitality as well as people who want to help families, parents, or kids in need or just be a friend to them. Some of the needs involve taking meals, driving people, and providing a few hours of childcare. We’ll work with potential host families to identify what children they’re a good fit for (age range, gender).
Potentially interested in serving? Let one of Valley Hope’s Ministry Lead know: Stephen turnerst09@gmail.com & Sarah Turner sarahcknowles@gmail.com, Chad chad.c.nicholson@gmail.com & Allison allison.hucks@gmail.com Nicholson.
In need of this type of support? When a family is facing a crisis that makes it difficult for them to care for their children, they can call the referral line, Linda Zink at 828-333-9520.
Men's Bible Study
Now meeting in the modular!
For men at VHC looking to get more connected and connect to other men, we invite you to come to the Men's Study on Thursday mornings from 8-9:15. This group studies scriptures and prays together. We are looking to grow our community as we seek to know Jesus and each other. Reach out to Rich Gray at rich.gray72@outlook.com for more information.
Church Center
Introducing "Church Center", a new resource for our congregation.
This holds our calendar, sign-up sheets for volunteering, and a directory for VHC Members.
To download the app, download "Church Center" in your phone's App Store, and add "Valley Hope Church" as your church.
If you'd prefer to access it online instead of downloading the app, you can click the button below to head over there!