We are created for worship. It is the centre of our lives as Christians and should impact all that we do, not just something that happens on Sundays. An old catechism written in 1646 asks the question ‘What is the chief end of man?’ and the response is ‘to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever’. In worship we fulfil our highest calling as human beings, in adoration and surrender to God and His purposes.
No expression of worship or words will ever be adequate to declare His glory and goodness or to thank Him for His extravagant love toward us. As the book of Revelation declares:
“Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power and riches and wisdom and might and honour and glory and blessing.” Revelation 5:12
God delights in our worship and is more interested in the response of our hearts than the professionalism of the musicians when we come together. Worship is an important part of our meeting on Sundays. We have a time of singing worship songs and people can pray out and express their worship in their own unique way. We love to experience the presence of God as we worship together, there is something special about worshipping before Him as a church and each of us has something to bring.
Fellowship Groups
If you are keen to meet and fellowship with people during the week we have a number of different groups happening at New Hope.
Meets once a month for a time of fellowship, sharing and praying together.
If you would like to join us please contact Krystal: contact@newhope.org.nz
If you live locally, it may be possible to arrange transport.
The New Hope Men’s Group meets every second Saturday morning at 7:30am at the church.
You’re welcome to join us for breakfast, fellowship and prayer.
For more information, contact Jock: contact@newhope.org.nz
Youth Group
The youth group meets weekly on a Sunday. There are also activities and special programs during the school term break.
For more information contact Yamin:
Thursday Connect+
A relaxed group meeting on Thursday morning over coffee to chat, connect with each other and connect with God.
Where? 133a Onehunga Mall from 10 am to 12 noon.
For more information connect with James – james@newhope.org.nz