There are many ways to connect at Hope CityBranch! Volunteers are needed to help support God's work. Contact these team leaders for more information:

CityBranch Director

Jon Anenson, jon.anenson@hopewdm.org
925 Jordan Creek Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
515-222-1520, Ext. 170

Read Jon's profile.

Administration, Communication, Web

Jon Anenson; Communications@hopecitybranch.org or Webmaster; Webmaster@hopecitybranch.org

This team is dedicated to creatively supporting the work of the satellite through communication and administration, preparing welcoming materials, flyers, newsletters, a web site, and more.

Adult Spiritual Formation, Connections, and Care

David Stiltz; Adult.ministry@hopecitybranch.org or Mark Cobler; mkcobler@msn.com

This team identifies and prepares adult classes, small groups, support, recovery and care groups and welcomes anyone with a heart to reach out to adults in the area.

Children's Ministry and Nursery

Laura McCord and Jodi Prideaux; Childrens.ministry@hopecitybranch.org;   Nursery@hopecitybranch.org

What a joy to prepare to reach out and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ with kids and their parents! This team provides effective, safe, and joy filled children's ministry in accordance with Hope's deep value for children.

Missions

Mike Wieskamp; Missions@hopecitybranch.org

Do you have a heart for developing relationships in your neighborhoods? This team is focused on missions and relationship building opportunities outside the walls of CityBranch.

Prayer

Jeana Wescott; Prayer@hopecitybranch.org

This powerhouse team is praying, and developing a vision for equipping people for prayer and healing at CityBranch. Prayer and healing ministry is being developed.

Student/Youth Ministry

Nick and Andrea Konz; Student.ministry@hopecitybranch.org

Thousands of youth live and go to school in the area who are longing for authentic connection and relationships that show them that God is not irrelevant, but that He offers new life, excitement, and lasting value. CityBranch will open its doors to youth in many ways.

Worship Music, Design, and Media Support

Paul Gratton; Worship@hopewdm.org or CityBranch Director Jon Anenson; jon.anenson@hopewdm.org

A deep and grounded mix of tradition and creative vision is emerging for worship@CityBranch that will reflect not only what Lutheran Church of Hope values and does well, but a true attempt to be relevant in a very diverse area of the city. Worship music practice has already begun and more musicians are welcome! This team is also developing the sound and media plan for CityBranch.

If you have a gift or calling for any of these areas, join the team!

If you still have questions, read our Frequently Asked Questions.