What is Spiritual Theology?

This is such a significant question that Aaron has written a separate article on the matter. That said, Hope is accustomed to seeking integration where there is unnecessary and unhelpful separation. Spiritual Theology is about the interplay and integration of theology (what we know about God) with spirituality (how we live with God). An emphasis on Spiritual Theology is closely connected to Hope’s value of “emotionally healthy spirituality (head and heart).”

What is a Spiritual Theologian in Residence?

In addition to his divinity degree, Aaron received an advanced degree in Leadership and Spiritual Formation. His primary calling in ordained ministry is to found and direct an independent non-profit called Carmen House Christian Study Center on the doorstep of Ohio State. His work is an outward expression of Hope’s value of: “the connection of the church and our campus (church and city).” In one sense Aaron will remain engaged in leadership at Hope, as much or more than ever. Aaron will help Hope to continue to develop some of its key values in pursuit of Hope’s vision towards our city’s surprising encounter with Jesus. But in another sense, Aaron’s in residence role is a way of acknowledging that the majority of his ordained ministry will extend beyond the body of Hope; Aaron will not be hired or employed directly by Hope at this time.

What is remaining the same?

Since Aaron has been a ruling elder at Hope, he will continue to engage with the session (elder board) as an ordained officer (teaching elder) at Hope.* Aaron and Elisabeth have long been supported financially by Hope as campus ministry staff with Cru, and now with Carmen House/Global Service Associates, and this will continue. Elisabeth, Brooke, and Molly’s membership at Hope will likewise continue as before.

What is changing?

Aaron’s ordination to the role of Spiritual Theologian in Residence acknowledges his education and twenty years of full-time vocational ministry experience on campus. As a teaching elder and assistant pastor at Hope, Aaron will be able to administer the sacraments. This ordination providentially coincides with the founding of Carmen House Christian Study Center. Though the study center will be an independent non-profit, much of Aaron’s work at Carmen House will be a resource and compliment to Hope’s own ministry. One expression of this will be Aaron’s spiritual theology newsletter called Active Passivity.

*Per EPC polity, as an assistant pastor, Aaron will technically discontinue his role as a voting member of the session Hope. The congregation of Hope could have the opportunity at a later date (in context of a congregational meeting) to call Aaron as associate pastor at Hope, which if approved at presbytery, would place Aaron back on the session officially as a voting member.

HOPE YOUTH- FEB. 18 @ 6:30pm

5364 Amy Ln, Columbus, OH 43235

Students in 6th through 12th grade are invited to join us for Alpha Youth!

Contact Wes Piehl for more info: wes@hopechurchcolumbus.org

CRU x BW3
Feb. 15th, 2024
Considering Hope's value regarding the intersection of church and campus, we have the privilege of partnering with Cru at OSU. On Thursday, Feb 15th, Hope will be the church-partner host of Cru’s weekly meeting called Real Life (8pm, Hitchcock 131). Particularly if you have any affiliation with OSU, we invite you to come and represent Hope to the several hundred college students present. After the meeting, we’ll be joining students at BW3 on Lane Ave. to provide some free boneless wings and to extend the welcome of Jesus. Contact Aaron Badenhop for more info- aaron.badenhop@gmail.com

GALENTINE'S DAY SOIREE

Feb. 16th @ 7:30pm @ The Haacks'- 888 Timberman Rd., 43212

HOPE LADIES! Join us for an evening of fun & fellowship! This is a super casual event, perfect to bring a friend! Bring a treat, snack or drink to share if you can–or just show up! We're so excited just to hang out!

EVENING WORSHIP

5885 E Dublin Granville Rd, New Albany, OH 43054

Sunday, February 25th @5pm

There are a few Sundays each year whre we do not have access to the 4-H building. February 25th is one of those weeks. Instead, we will be meeting in the evening at New Albany Presbyterian Church for worship. This is a special collaboration because New Albany Pres. is a new EPC sister church.

OSU STUDENT SUNDAY

March 3 @ 10am

On our OSU Student Sunday…

-Cru’s worship band will help lead Hope in worship

-We’ll hear how God has been at work in the lives of some students

-Free City BBQ after church for all OSU students

If you’re an OSU student no matter where you are on your faith journey.

EVERY MEMBER A MISSIONARY

March 9th, @ 1-5pm

GOSH Enterprises Building-Lecture Hall

An EPC SEMINAR designed to equip HOPE to take risks & faithfully participate in Go'd mision in our locale.

"It is not so much the case that God has a mission for his church in the world, as that God has a church for his mission in the world. Mission was not made for the church; the church was made for mission – God’s mission" (Christopher Wright). This is the heartbeat of Hope, and a key reason for our denominational realignment. Well, the EPC wants to serve us immediately by sending a few delegates from their church health committee to help us assess how we are doing in this area. And equip us to take risks and faithfully participate in God's mission in our locale. We truly want all of you to attend! 1-5pm, snacks and drinks provided."

WOMEN'S RETREAT WEEKEND

t's official- We are headed to the Hillside in Butler, OH!
Friday, April 19th @ 5:30 PM thru Sunday, April 21st @ 11AM

Schedule:
Friday Night- Dinner/Get settled in...
Saturday Morning- Bible Study with author/teacher Abby Hutto
Saturday Afternoon- Time for fun & rest (art, hiking, hot tub and more!)
Saturday Night- Taco Bar Party!
Sunday Morning- Worship & Prayer

Fees:
Standard- $100
Student- $25
Partial- $10- If you cannot stay the night but would like to participate in the bible study with Abby Hutto on Saturday morning and stay for lunch, this option is for you.

REGISTER NOW

HOPE YOUTH- Senior High will meet this Sunday evening at the Piehl home!
Please note our new start time of 6:30pm. Going forward, we will be switching from a full meal during the evening to snacks.
5364 Amy Lane, Columbus, OH 43235

MVM COFFEE GATHERING, SUNDAY, JANUARY 21st– Hope’s My Village Ministry team will be having a coffee hour after church on January 21st in the lobby area. Join us for some light refreshments, fellowship and brief updates on the ministry. This is also a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in MVM to learn more and ask questions!

MVM TRAINING OPPORTUNITY–Interested in becoming involved in My Village Ministries, or looking for an in depth understanding of the ministry and the need it fills in our city?  The next volunteer training is on February 10th, from 9am–4pm.

Linworth Baptist Church satellite building–5970 Godown Rd., Columbus OH 43235

REGISTER HERE
 Contact Rachel (rachel.anne.longo@gmail.com) or Rebekah (rebekaherobinson@gmail.com) with any questions.  Please reach out if rides to the training or childcare is a barrier for you!

WOMEN'S RETREAT WEEKEND–Join us for the 2nd annual Hope Women's Retreat Weekend at the Hillside Lodge in Butler, OH! Spend the weekend resting, recharging, connecting with other women and learning from our special guest speaker, Abby Hutto! Registration opens Feb. 1st!

OSU Student Sunday - Sunday, November 12th
OSU Student Sunday - March 26th

• OSU student musicians will help lead Hope in worship
• We’ll hear how God has been at work in the lives of some students
• Catered lunch after church for all OSU students

At Hope, one of our stated values involves honoring our geography. As we gather Sundays at the 4-H Center next door to the Schott, one of Hope’s values is the intersection of church and OSU campus, recognizing the significant influence of the campus in the Columbus area. 

At Hope, we envision a future where a surprising number of people on campus and in our city, have a surprising encounter with Hope. Not just our church, but with the hope of the gospel.

• We desire to help however we can to see students’ lives changed by Jesus.
• We desire to help Christian college students to have a multi-generational church family.
• We desire for students to rub shoulders with Hope Church members who are OSU professors and working professionals in many fields of work in the city.
• We desire that students staying in Columbus after graduation would already have a Christian community like Hope to support them in their transition.

Because of this vision, Hope is gladly a church partner with CRU at OSU, desiring to compliment a ministry through which God has already long been at work on campus. 
If you’re an OSU student no matter where you are on your faith journey, come check out Hope on November 12th.

ALPHA YOUTH- SENIOR HIGH

Senior High will meet this Sunday night at 6pm @ the Piehl home (5364 Amy Lane, 43235). Dinner is provided!

FAMILY GAME NIGHT & POTLUCK

Join us at the Gosh Enterprises building (5000 Arlington Centre Blvd, 43220) Saturday, Nov 18th for a family game night and potluck dinner!  Come and go anytime between 5p-8p; bring a dish to share and your favorite card or board games! 
Any questions, contact Rachel Longo at rachel.anne.longo@gmail.com.

UPDATE: CONGREGATIONAL VOTE

It's actually been now almost exactly 10 years that we've been in France. And you guys have been one of our faithful supporting churches since before we left. So we are grateful for you and we are excited to share a little bit about what's been going on with us and how you can pray for us in the next the next season.

SET-UP TEAM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

The Set-Up Team is currently seeking volunteers to help with set-up and tear down on Sunday mornings. This team is vital to making everything happen from week to week!
Contact Ryan McNamara to learn more.

FALL LADIES' NIGHT

Join all your Hope ladies at the Haack Home for an evening of fellowship. Catch up with good friends and introduce yourself to some new ones! Bring a drink, snack or treat to share.

HOPE YOUTH- JUNIOR HIGH

Junior High kids in 6-8th grade will meet this Sunday evening at 6pm @ the Piehl Home with dinner provided. See details and address in the EVENTS page.

LAUNCH SUNDAY

Join us Sunday, Sept. 24th to launch into Fall! A new sermon series, new home groups, and more! Stick around after the service to celebrate with lunch!

SET-UP TEAM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

The Set-Up Team is currently seeking volunteers to help with set-up and tear down on Sunday mornings. This team is vital to making everything happen from week to week!
Contact Ryan McNamara to learn more.

FALL LADIES' NIGHT

Join all your Hope ladies at the Haack Home for an evening of fellowship. Catch up with good friends and introduce yourself to some new ones! Bring a drink, snack or treat to share.

JOIN THE SET-UP TEAM!
The Set-Up Team is currently seeking volunteers to help with set-up and tear down on Sunday mornings. This team is vital to making everything happen from week to week!
Contact Ryan McNamara to learn more.

HELP A REFUGEE FAMILY GET SETTLED!

Hope Church is partnering with Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS) to gather supplies for a refugee a family of six that will be calling Columbus home soon. All supplies are due by September 23rd. We have created an Amazon wishlist for ease of purchasing. Supplies can be sent directly to Michelle Piehl via the Amazon wishlist. Alternatively, supplies can be dropped during church services on Sundays leading up to the 23rd or by coordinating with Michelle at 419-215-7848.  AMAZON WISHLIST

LAUNCH SUNDAY

Join us Sunday, Sept. 24th to launch into Fall! A new sermon series, new home groups, and more! Stick around after the service to celebrate with lunch!