What’s Happening at Hope Iowa City?

Feb. 1 & 8, 2026
Hope’s annual Souper Bowl Food Drive is back! Join us in stocking the shelves of Iowa City Free Medical Clinic and Community Crisis Center. Bring your nonperishable food items (you can tackle the suggested grocery list for the most needed items) to church on Feb. 1 & 8! It’s time to get in the game, Hope! Check out the list below for items that are needed.

Kairos College Ministry
Wednesdays, 8:00 pm, Old Brick
Kairos is a grace-based community that freely shares the soul-satisfying love of Jesus. Through a midweek worship service, as well as opportunities to connect, serve, and grow with other college students, there’s a place and a way for you to get plugged in at Kairos! All are welcome, so bring a friend (or two!).

Lots of people have lots of opinions about Jesus, sometimes shaped more by personal preferences, worldviews, and traditions than the actual Messiah revealed in Scripture. At Lutheran Church of Hope, we want everyone to meet, and get to know at the deepest levels, the Jesus of the Gospels: the One who heals, comforts, challenges, restores, surprises, and has the power to transform us and our world!
That’s why our 2026 annual theme at Hope is:
Jesus for Real: One Year. Four Gospels. Infinite Hope!

Listen to past sermons
Listen to past Hope Iowa City sermons anytime on Spotify or Apple Music/Podcasts. Just search “Hope Iowa City – Lutheran Church of Hope” and hit play. Perfect for your drive, your walk, or whenever you need a little boost of hope during the week.
Get Involved at Hope Iowa City
We are building community and one of the best ways to do that is to get involved! Find ways to meet others, connect with new friends, and help discover God’s plan for you at Hope Iowa City.

Find a Class
Whether it’s Hope’s online classes or those developing in Iowa City, learn how to get connected.

Volunteer at Hope Iowa City
No one person is meant to carry out the mission of the church alone. Your gifts and talents will serve God’s Kingdom. Get plugged in by volunteering at Hope Iowa City.


