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Our town is a wonderful place, but many people still face significant needs. Through our ministries, we’re working to show the mercy of Jesus in practical, tangible ways.
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Stay and Play is a hugely popular parent and toddler group, which gathers dozens of families each week. 
‍When: Tuesday 10am – 12pm (Term Time only)
Where: The Hope Centre, IP4 2AT
Cost: £2 per family

Stay and Play

A warm, lively parent and toddler group welcoming families every Tuesday at 10am during term-time.

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For speakers of English as a second language. A relaxed, friendly space for all abilities from no English to proficient, to come and chat, learn, laugh and find community.

When: Thursday 10am – 12pm (Term Time only)
Where: The Hope Centre, IP4 2AT
Cost: Free of charge

Free English Classes

From no English to proficient - come learn, chat and belong on Thursdays at 10am.

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You’re invited to the Community Lounge
Fun, friendship & foodCome and join us for a great value meal, coffee and cake or just a chat. You’ll be warmly welcomed in a great, friendly atmosphere.

‍When : Thursday 12pm – 2pm
Where : The Hope Centre, IP4 2AT
Cost: £3.50 value meal, £1.50 Hot drink & Cake

Community Lounge

Join us for food, drinks, conversation, community and friendship every Thursday 12–2pm.

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Hope works with other churches in Ipswich to provide Christians Against Poverty (CAP) services including help with debt management, life skills and job searches.

CAP

We work with CAP to offer debt help, life skills and job support for those in need.

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Working alongside prisoners, ex-prisoners and their families, offering mentoring and holistic support within prison, though the gates and out in the community.

Prison Ministry

We support men and women in prison through conversation, connection and practical help.

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We provide free advice on welfare benefits, including applications, appeals, and form completion (e.g. PIP, Universal Credit, Pension Credit), along with support for Job Centre meetings and assessments. Admin assistance for domestic abuse victims, help with legal forms, family law support guided by Christchurch Solicitors, and referrals to other relevant organisations.

Wednesday (appointment only) and Thursday, 11:00 – 3:30 at The Hope Centre

Contact: advice@hopeipswich.co.uk

Advice

We offer free advice and support with benefits, forms, family issues and practical challenges.

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We’re an England Football Accredited Club, with an aim to promote physical, social, emotional and mental well-being within our local community – open to all ages, cultures, ethnicity, religions and abilities.

Website - hopechurchfc.co.uk

Hope Football Club

We’re an England Football Accredited club promoting well-being for all ages, backgrounds and abilities.

Weekday Welcome

Come for a chat or a quiet place to work, with free WiFi, drinks and biscuits. Mondays 10am–2pm.

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Everything we do depends on our brilliant volunteers, and we're always glad to welcome more. If you'd like to get involved, just use the button to learn more.
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visit on sunday

We would love to welcome you to join us on a Sunday at either of our two services

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join a hub

Hubs are a great way to connect, grow, and build community within our church family.

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explore faith

Jesus invites you to experience life in all its fullness through a relationship with God.

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get baptised

If you're already a Christian, and have chosen to follow Jesus, baptism is a meaningful next step.

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start serving

Discover how you can play a part in the church. Joining a serving team is also a great way to meet people.

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practising generosity

We courage geneous giving as part of our worship at Hope Church, recognising that everything we have comes from God.

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