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Small Groups

Student-Led Bible Studies

Hope College Small Group Bible studies are led by current Hope students and meet at various times throughout the week. This campus-wide study is a great way to connect with God and with other students. Come grow and learn with us!

Chaplain- and Faculty-Led Groups

Athletics Core Devotions

Wednesday mornings, 7:15 a.m., Campus Ministries Living Room

Midweek devotional for all athletes over coffee and donuts with Matt Margaron, chaplain of athletics, in the Campus Ministries Living Room.

Faith & Spanish

Tuesdays, 11 a.m. in Campus Ministries Gathering Room 103

Come explore faith formation and speak in Spanish with Chaplain Charly Peña and Professor Daniel Woolsey.

Global Ministry

Thursdays twice a month, 5–6:30 p.m., Campus Ministries Upper Room 201

Are you an international student or global minded? Do you love gathering with Christians from around the world? This group meets twice monthly, starting on Thursday, September 11, until November 20, 2025. Join us in the Upper Room in the Huys for fun, food and encouraging conversation!

“We must be global Christians with a global vision because our God is a global God.”
—John Stott

Greek Life Bible Study

Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m., Campus Ministries Living Room

Are you in Greek Life and looking for ways to pursue your faith? Please join us in the Living Room at the Huys on Wednesdays 5:30–6:30 p.m. This group is led by Jill Nelson and will meet during both semesters. All sororities and fraternities are welcome!

Guys’ Night

Thursdays, 5–6 p.m., Campus Ministries Living Room

This year’s theme is “ManGood.” Each week, the guys will discuss what “good qualities” a godly man should possess as he walks out his faith and purpose with Jesus. Topics we will cover for the semester include spiritual disciplines, physical health, mental health, relational integrity, accountability, leadership, care, social media habits and spiritual warfare. We will meet in the Living Room at the Huys on Thursdays from 5–6 p.m.

The Meaning of MarriageSpring 2026 — 6 Weeks

Thursdays, 11–11:50 a.m., Campus Ministries, Upper Room 201
January 22–February 26, 2026

Are you seeking to understand the meaning, purpose and hope of Christian marriage? Are you considering marriage for yourself or discerning the place of marriage in the modern age? This group will engage The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment with the Wisdom of God by Tim Keller — a deeply hopeful book that will help us explore the mystery of marriage. This six-week small group will engage some of the fundamental questions everyone asks and offer an encouraging space for conversation, support and hope. Join chaplain Jennifer Ryden on Thursday mornings from 11–11:50 a.m. beginning January 22, 2026 in Campus Minsitries Upper Room 201.

The After College ExperienceSpring Semester Only

This group is an opportunity for graduating spring seniors to prepare for pursuing a life of faith after college. Seniors will meet with chaplains Jill Nelson and Matt Margaron weekly to have honest conversations about calling, relationships, money and so much more.

Contact Jill Nelson at nelsonj@hope.edu for more information.

Women, Work and CallingFall 2025 — 6 Weeks

Thursdays, 11–11:50 a.m. in Campus Ministries Upper Room 201
October 2–November 6, 2025

Are you looking for a group to discuss the joys and complexities of Christian women? Seeking to understand God's call on your life, your strengths and gifts, your life as a woman and how that shapes your actions, relationships and service in God's world? This six-week small group will engage the questions every woman asks and offer an encouraging space of conversation and support. We will read together Joanna Meyer’s short devotional book titled Women, Work and Calling. (Your copy is free!) Join chaplain Jennifer Ryden on Thursday mornings starting October 2 in Upper Room 201.