You Belong Here
Plan your visit to New Hope Christian Center. We are a casual church that meets in two locations. Pick a service time, pre-register your kids, and know what to expect before you even arrive.
Our Locations
We’re one church in many locations—one house with many rooms.
Find the location closest to you and come grow with us.
South Auburn Location
Sundays at 9:30 & 11 a.m.
The South Auburn Location is located on 427 between Auburn and Fort Wayne.
Waterloo Location
Sundays at 9:30 & 11* a.m.
The Waterloo Location is located on 427 exactly 1 mile north of DeKalb High School.
*ASL Interpreted
Worship With Us Online
Join us live Sundays at 9:30 and 11 a.m.
What Should I Expect?
Visiting a new church can feel like a big step — especially if you don’t know what to expect. That’s why we’ve put together some quick answers to common questions, so you can feel confident before you ever walk through the doors.
Whether you’re coming to our South Auburn or Waterloo location, we want you to know this: you’re welcome here. We’re a community of people from all walks of life who are learning to follow Jesus together. No pressure. No pretending. Just real people, finding real hope.
What should I wear?
Come as you are - jeans, shorts, ties. We see it all. We are generally more casual.
What’s it like when I arrive?
We hope you grab a cup of coffee, say hello to someone, and find a seat! If you have questions, there are people on Sundays wearing lanyards ready to help you.
What’s a service like?
Service starts with a few songs led by our band, followed by a sermon from one of our pastors that will either appear on stage in-person or through video message. Services last about one hour - and we end every service with an opportunity to receive prayer.
What about my kids?
They’ll love it. We offer engaging programs for children from birth through 5th grade during every Sunday morning service. Middle and High School students are encouraged to join the main service—we believe they’re not just the church of tomorrow, but the church of right now. New Hope Teens meets at other times.
We Want Your Kids to Love Church
On Sundays, kids from birth through 5th grade enjoy fun, age-appropriate classes and small groups in a safe, loving environment through New Hope Kids.
Middle and high school students join the main service on Sundays and connect through groups and events during the week.
Ready to Check Things Out?
Whether you want to get a feel for a service or you're ready to plan your visit, we’ve got you covered.
You can watch a recent message or pre-register your family — whatever makes your first visit easier.
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