Adults
at Valley Hope Church
What's Happening in Adult Ministry

Alpha - Come Ask the BIG Questions

Missional Community Groups (Small Groups)

Community Meals

Discover VHC

The Practice

VHC Choir

Youth-OWLS (Seniors) - Football Dinner Volunteer Opportunity!

Questions about Christianity? Alpha is for You!

Women's Bible Studies

Connect with the O.W.L.S.

VHC Building & Grounds Volunteers

Need a Meal Train?

Help VHC Support At-Risk Families

Men's Bible Study
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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
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9/16/2026TBD
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9/21/2026TBD
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9/28/2026TBD
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10/12/2026TBD
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10/19/2026TBD
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10/26/2026TBD
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11/2/2026TBD
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11/16/20206TBD
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11/30/2026TBD

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!

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

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!

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!

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.

Missional Community Group on a Sunset Hike to Black Balsam
Missional Community Groups
Our Small Groups
Soul Care
Soul Care is a resource for those looking for spiritual growth and renewal. The Soul Care Team offers one to one mentoring, resources and guidance to help people develop spiritual disciplines in order to deepen their relationship with God. Learn more now!

Women's Ministry




Growing Together
Ladies at Valley Hope have several ways to connect and grow together in faith and Christ-centered community throughout the year. These include groups for all ages and stages of life. The Practice is a monthly study that meets during fall and winter months. In the summer there are often social nights around a campfire. Other opportunities for women to connect will happen sporadically throughout each year. The section below will list current opportunites and don't forget to join our ladies Facebook group for more immediate opportunities and announcements.
Men's Ministry

Community of Men Following Jesus
Our VHC Men’s Ministry seeks to provide a platform for a community of Christ-following men of diverse ages by fostering fellowship and encouraging spiritual growth in a fun and sustainable way. We don’t want to do too much but want to provide the space for authentic relationship. We have events like our monthly men's breakfast and a current tuesday morning men’s bible study. See the calendar or latest announcements for upcoming opportunities. Contact Joe Donovan and Joshua Brown by emailing josephgdonovan@gmail.com and joshbrownvt@yahoo.com or click the button below if you are interested in getting involved.
What's Happening in Men's Ministry
O.W.L.S.
Older, Wiser, Loving Souls
Our Seniors at Valley Hope
We believe in impacting the next generation and who better to do that than our Older, Wiser, Loving Souls? This group is for anyone in our mature adults age group- retirees, grandmas, grandpas, seniors, etc. Even if you don’t “feel” like a senior yet, we know you are in a unique stage of life and we want to encourage you as you continue to be discipled and disciple others. We hope that you will come to fellowship with each other and build community. We will have potlucks, Bible studies and gatherings throughout the year. Email
Ways to Serve
As part of a church family, serving is one of the ways we model Jesus as we live in community. If you've been at Valley Hope for a while and are looking for ways to serve here, we encourage you to check out these opportunities to see if there is an area of interest where you can use your unique talents and gifts.

Building Team

Children's Ministry Team

Children's Ministry Volunteers

Church Life Team

Finance Team

Liturgical Arts Team

Missions and Outreach Team

Personnel Committee

Prayer Team

Student Ministry Team

Worship Team
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Have to Be a Member to Join a Group or Volunteer?
No! But we greatly value membership. We do ask that our leaders of teams, small groups, etc are members of VHC or on the road to membership.
What's the Best Way to Get Connected with Others at Valley Hope?
Missional Community Groups are our small groups ministry at Valley Hope Church and they are one of the primary ways we do life together. These are smaller groups of people that seek to meet weekly for discussion and prayer. Many groups do dinners, outings, picnics and parties together to celebrate life events.
I am Struggling to Make Ends Meet. Can I Get Help?
Yes. Our Deacons oversee our Mercy Ministry and we would love to see if we can help you or connect you to a resource that can help.
If you have questions about adult ministries at Valley Hope, please feel free to contact us.