The mission of Lutheran Church of Hope is to Reach out to the world around us and share the everlasting love of Jesus Christ! CityBranch embodies this mission in a specific way by building bridges to the city to those who need special assistance.

Our main goal as a church is to provide a welcoming, safe, Christ-centered community where everyone can experience the love of God and our church family. Thus, our current ministry efforts are focused on worship, small groups, and missions events in the city. However, in the interest of serving others, we are able to help with various other services from time to time.

Requests for financial, food, or other non-monetary donations are handled on a case by case basis. Because CityBranch is first and foremost called to be a worshipping community, we will more often than not refer our guests with other needs to local organizations/services which best fit their situation. Thus, if you are approached concerning the needs of another member or are in need of assistance yourself, we ask that you send an e-mail to info@hopecitybranch.org, or request in person to Mike Wieskamp, CityBranch missions team leader following a Sunday morning service. Those seeking assistance will be asked to fill out a few simple forms which allow us to be the best stewards of God’s resources as possible. Please allow a minimum of 72 hrs. for a response.

In the interest of assuring that everyone at CityBranch feels safe we are practicing good stewardship, those requesting or offering rides are asked to never travel alone with one another except with family members or because a previous relationship has been established and both parties agree. Please be aware that no cash will be given on the spot at this time.

Thank you for reading and for being a servant-hearted church!

If you have any questions about these procedures, please contact info@hopecitybranch.org or call 222-1520 ext. 170.