
Loving Jesus, loving each other, loving everyone
Meet the team
Previously known as Mottram Evangelical Church, Hope Community Church was 'born' in 2018 when the charitable trust was converted to a CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation). The Elders are responsible for the Spiritual oversight of the church and the Board of Trustees oversee the legal and charitable compliance.
elders
We presently have an eldership of three who work together to oversee the spiritual health and protection of the church by providing - or ensuring the provision of - teaching, prayer, pastoral care, spiritual direction and resourcing and releasing of others within the context of trusting, accountable relationships.
Steve

...is the Pastor at HCC who - according to his daughter, Belle - just drives around drinking coffee!
Simon

...works full-time between the Message and HCC's community facing ministry, Lifecentre Outdoors.
mat

...is the only Elder with a proper job! Between software engineering and Mountain Rescue, he somehow finds the time to be an Arsenal fan.
board of trustees
Previously known as Mottram Evangelical Church, Hope Community Church was 'born' in 2018 when the charitable trust was converted to a CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation). Board of Trustees over the administration of the CIO and ensure that all of the activities of HCC are consistent with its stated aims and objectives.