"Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying."
Tuesday, May 17, noon - 2:00 pm
Mark & Cindy Snell spent two years in Kofu, Japan, teaching English to Japanese students. Join us as Mark shares their experiences of teaching and traveling in both stories and pictures in a program called "Circling Japan, an Iowa Perspective." Cost is $7. 
Friday, May 27, 7:00-9:30 pm
Join us monthly for a time of fellowship and fun games. Feel free to bring your favorite games and a light snack to share. Get ready to have some fun and maybe learn a new game. Registration is not required, but encouraged to help with planning.
Volunteer for VBS
July 11-15, 9:00 am - noon
July 18-22, 9:00 am - noon & 6:00-8:00 pm 
More than 1,500 volunteers are needed between now and the end of VBS! Volunteers are asked to fill out a background check form every three years. Click below for descriptions of the volunteer opportunities.
 
Service Opportunities
Volunteers are needed at Hope West Des Moines to answer phones at the Welcome Center during office hours, Monday through Friday. Shift varies, depending on the days available. Will train! Please contact Renee Fuller at 222-1520, Ext. 180 or email renee.fuller@hopewdm.org.

Also, the 50+ Fellowship Ministry will staff the Welcome Center during Taste of Hope on Saturday, July 23 from 1:00-9:00 pm. To sign up for a two-hour shift, please contact Pam Avaux at 222-1520, Ext. 175 or email pam.avaux@hopewdm.org.