Deacon Ministry Services

On Mission with our church family
Bringing Community to people and
Hands & Feet of Jesus in a tangible way
to the glory of God!

The deacon ministry provides tangible help in response to physical, emotional, and spiritual needs within the Hope community. Caring for needs in this way shows Christ-motivated mercy to those in need and frees pastoral leadership to focus on pastoring and shepherding the congregation (Acts 6:1-7).

Our Service Areas

  • Deacon - Craig Nelson
    The Benevolence Team oversees the benevolence fund which is distributed to those within our community experiencing financial need in the areas of:

    groceries, medical bills, mortgage or rent arrears, funeral expenses, automobile repairs, etc.

    If you or someone you know has financial needs, contact Craig at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.

  • Deacon - Jessica Hyden
    The Communications & Care team oversees communications among the group of deacons and between the deacons and the Hope Church family.

    The team also creates care packages to encourage those in significant life events such as:

    a new baby, grief, surgery or illness

    If you are interested in serving on this team, contact Jessica at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.

  • Deacon - Tom Hess
    The Communion & Baptism team oversees the set-up, distribution and clean-up of the communion elements. They also oversee the set-up, assistance with and clean-up of baptisms during Hope’s worship services. If you are interested in serving on this team, contact Tom at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.

  • Deacon - Lynn Labor
    The Events Meal team helps with meal set-up, food service and clean-up for Hope Church weddings, funerals, memorial services and deacon-sponsored events. The Event Meals team also assists the Meal Team as needed. If you are interested in serving on this team by bringing food, setting up, serving and/or cleaning up, contact Lynn at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.

  • Deacon - Ashley Matsko
    The Household Meals team is notified by email when there’s a need in the life of someone attending Hope:

    a new baby, a death in the family, illness or surgery, moving into a new home, or similar event.

    The Take Them a Meal website is used to see the schedule and sign up if you’re able to provide a meal. You’ll receive everything you need to know about how many to prepare for, any special dietary needs and the location and time to deliver it.

    If you have an upcoming need for meals or are interested in serving on this team, contact Ashley at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.

  • Deacon - Cora Jean Leenheer
    The Seniors team proactively looks for ways to connect Seniors (55+) with existing ministries at Hope Church so they can use their gifts, talents, experiences, energies, wisdom, and more to serve Jesus and his Kingdom.

    The team also explores and helps develop services which specifically shepherd Seniors and their needs; serve as their advocates in all areas, and care for them as their abilities diminish and needs increase.

    If you are interested in serving on this team, contact Cora Jean at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.

  • Deacon - Dave Bodette
    SMART (Small Maintenance And Repair Team) provides help with simple one-time tasks around the home for the Hope family.

    Examples include:
    * swamp cooler turn on/ turn off
    * replace door locks
    * repair screen doors, sticking doors, etc.
    * trim branches, remove small dead trees

    The team needs a week’s notice to schedule requests. If you have a project or a move we can help with, or are interested in serving on this team, contact Dave at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.

  • Deacon - Jody Eggleston
    The Transportation team provides transportation to medical appointments, grocery shopping or other appointments for those without access to safe transportation because of health or driving restrictions.

    The Visitation team visits those who are home bound, lonely or in need of comfort during a difficult time.

    The team needs a week’s notice to schedule requests for transportation or visitation. If you need either, or are interested in serving on this team, contact Jody at deacons@hopechurchabq.com.