Our church family currently includes All City Church in Portland, Beaverton Christian Church in Beaverton, Hope City Church in Milwaukie, and Willamette Christian Church in West Linn.
As a church family, we exist to inspire people to know, love, and follow Jesus. We want you to feel welcome and accepted and to experience the love of Jesus in a meaningful community, and we work together to make that happen, guided by our mission.
The role of elder is to ensure the overall protection of our church family through good governance. Our elders possess and demonstrate the attitude of servant leadership, faithfully abiding by our governance by-laws.
Our elders include: Mike Grubb, Cheri Davidson, Sheri Philips, Joe Villa, and Rich Miller
For more information or to get in contact with our elders, please feel free to email elders@willamette.cc.
At New Hope, everyone is welcomed and can belong before they believe— we strive to create an inclusive, invitational space. New Hope isn’t an insider group; it’s a community where all are invited to journey toward Jesus together. Join us in practicing radical hospitality, embodying the grace of belonging as we move toward Jesus together.
"Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."
1 Peter 4:9-10
We practice giving up what we want for what we desire even more: a community that reflects the love and grace of Jesus. We believe generosity goes beyond finances to include our time, treasure, and talents. Join us in living out sacrificial generosity as we pursue what matters most together.
"For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich. And here is my judgment about what is best for you in this matter. Last year you were the first not only to give but also to have the desire to do so. Now finish the work, so that your eager willingness to do it may be matched by your completion of it, according to your means. For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have."
2 Corinthians 8:9-12
We believe Jesus calls us to serve anyone, anywhere, just as he did. We aim to place others above ourselves, caring for their needs and stepping down to lift others up and creating a community marked by love and service. Join us as we embody uncommon humility, following Jesus’ example of true service to others.
"Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too."
From Philippians 2:1-11
At New Hope, we believe that when we keep our eyes on Jesus and embrace the mission, vision, and values he gives us, the impact is undeniable: transformed lives and decisions for Christ. As we live in his presence, under his authority, and carry his message forward, we partner in God’s work of renewal and transformation. This mission shapes us to reflect Jesus and creates an enduring impact that touches lives and expands his Kingdom. Join us as we pursue this mission together, striving for a Kingdom impact that changes lives.
"Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.'"
Matthew 28:16-20
God is the “Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.” (Genesis 1:1) God has eternally existed in three co-equal Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Genesis 1:26-27
The Holy Spirit is the “giver of life,” and is fully God. The Holy Spirit is present at the moment of salvation. (Ephesians 1:13) The Holy Spirit points people to Jesus, illuminates the truth of Scripture, and provides gifts and strength for daily living. (John 16:7-13) The fruit of the Spirit is evident in those who faithfully follow Jesus and depend on the Spirit. (Galatians 5:22-26)
The Bible is God’s written revelation, fulfilled in the person of Jesus. It was written by human authors under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It’s authority flows from Jesus. (2 Peter 1:20-21) The Bible is the source of instruction for those who want to follow the way of Jesus. (Psalm 19:7-8)
The church is the body of Christ, the hands and feet of Jesus in our world. Jesus instructs us to do life together. (1 Cor. 12:27) We are to gather regularly to pray, worship, study the Scriptures, and celebrate communion. (Acts. 2:42-46) We live in light of the present reign and future return of our King. The church is called to build God’s Kingdom on earth, and look with anticipation for the “world to come.” (Matt. 6:10)
Jesus is “God’s only Son, our Lord.” He is fully man and is fully God. (John 1:1-5) He was “conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary.” (Matthew 1:22-23) He lived a sinless life and offered himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of the world. “On the third day he rose again” to demonstrate his victory over sin and death. (1 Corinthians 15:3-4) “He ascended into heaven” where he rules at “the right hand of the Father.” (Acts 1:9-10) One day he will return “to judge the living and the dead,” and reign forever. (1 Timothy 6:14-15)
Jesus restores our relationship with God. He paid the price for our sins on the cross. He offers the free gift of salvation to all who place their faith in him. (Romans 6:23b) There is nothing we can do to contribute to our salvation. It is given by grace and received by faith. (Ephesians 2:8-9) The moment we look to Jesus for salvation we are reconciled to God and become the children of God for “life everlasting.” (John 1:12, 14:6)
Every person is created in the image of God which gives them purpose, dignity, and worth. (Genesis 1:27) Humanity was created in relationship with God, but chose to disobey God, and sin by going its own way. (Isaiah 53:6) The Bible tells us that all have sinned. (Romans 3:23) The consequences for sin is separation from God. (Romans 6:23a) This separation will be eternal unless reconciliation occurs.