Who we are
Love God.
Grow Together.
Serve Others.
our purpose
Family
Focused
We are all about your family. We believe that the youngest to oldest members of your family need the love of Jesus and age-appropriate discipleship.
Serving our
community
Demonstrating God's love to Cottonwood and beyond is so vital to our mission. We love to serve not just those in our community, but also those in need around the world. Check out some of our outreach partners.
Make
Disciples
Jesus said, "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations," and we take that commission to heart. We offer multiple connect groups to help you in your journey to grow in Christ.
MEET OUR PASTORS
James & Heather Coulter
James and Heather Coulter have served The Church for over 23 years in both pastoral and support roles such as music pastors, musical evangelists, university vocal instructors and clinicians at conferences, seminars, and workshops in the US and abroad. They have a love for people, a passion for the presence of God, and deep desire to see others grow in Christ. James and Heather have one daughter, Hannah, and a son, Christopher. All of them enjoy outdoor activities like camping, fishing, walking, playing soccer, and also love to relax with good books and great coffee.
Our Story
In the fall of 2020, Pastors James and Heather assumed the pastorate of the former Cornerstone Church. At that time, there had not been a service at the church since March of 2020 due to a pastoral change and COVID. Heather and James reformed the church as Hope Community Church with a desire to create a church family that impacts each other and the community for Jesus by loving God, growing together, and serving others.
OUr VISION
To be a diverse and welcoming church with a deep commitment to cultivating a sense of community and family.
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To empower individuals to become wholehearted and mature followers of Christ, rooted in a Kingdom-focused ethos.
Join us
We can't wait to meet you and your family!
412 North 10th Street Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Service Times
Sunday School
9:00 am
Sunday Service
10:00 am
Thursday Prayer
5:30 pm
DIRECTIONS
OUR BELIEFS
Hope Community Church of God is a member church of The Church of God denomination based out of Cleveland, Tennessee. We believe the whole Bible to be completely and equally inspired and that it is the written Word of God. As a Church of God congregation, we have adopted the following Declaration of Faith as a standard and official expression of our doctrine.
DECLARATION OF FAITH
In the verbal inspiration of the Bible.
2 Timothy 3:16 2 Peter 1:21
In one God eternally existing in three persons; namely, the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.That Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of the Father, conceived of the Holy Ghost, and born of the Virgin Mary.
Deuteronomy 6:4 1 Corinthians 8:4
That Jesus was crucified, buried, and raised from the dead. that He ascended to heaven and is today at the right hand of the Father as the Intercessor.
John 3:16 Romans 5:9-10
That all have sinned and come short of the glory of God and that repentance is commanded of God for all and necessary for forgiveness of sins.
Romans 3:23 Luke 24:47
That justification, regeneration, and the new birth are wrought by faith in the blood ofJesus Christ
Romans 3:24 Romans 5:1,7
In sanctification subsequent to the new birth, through faith in the blood of Christ; through the Word, and by the Holy Ghost.
1 Thessalonians 5:23 John 17:17
Holiness to be God's standard of living for His people
1 Thessalonians 4:3, 7 Hebrews 12:14
In the baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to a clean heart.
Acts 1:8 Ephesians 5:18
In the baptism with the Holy Ghost subsequent to a clean heart.
Acts 1:8 Ephesians 5:18
In speaking with other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance and that it is the initialevidence of the baptism of the Holy Ghost.
Acts 2:1-4 Acts 10:44-46
In water baptism by immersion, and all who repent should be baptized in the name of theFather, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.
Matthew 28:19 Mark 16:16
Divine healing is provided for all in the atonement
Isaiah 53:4, 5 Matthew 8:16:17
In the Lord's Supper and washing of the saints' feet.
Luke 22:19-20 John 13:4-17
In the premillennial second coming of Jesus. First, to resurrect the righteous dead and to catch away the living saints to Him in the air. Second, to reign on the earth a thousand years
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Acts 1:9-11
In the bodily resurrection; eternal life for the righteous, and eternal punishment for the wicked.
Philippians 30:20, 21 John 11:25-26
Marriage, Identity,
Freedom,
And Dignity
Identity and Sexuality:
We understand the challenges faced by those navigating same-sex attraction or struggles with gender identity. As a church, we affirm the authority of Scripture, which reveals God’s perfect design for humanity as having two - and only two - clearly distinct genders: male and female. Scripture also establishes clear boundaries for the expression of sexuality, which is both designed and intended to be fulfilled exclusively within the covenant of marriage between one man and one woman.
Genesis 1:26-27; 2:18, 21-24; Leviticus 18:22; Psalm 139:13-14; Matthew 19:4-6; Mark 10:5-8; Romans 1:26-27; 1 Corinthians 6:9-11; 1 Timothy 1:9-10
Marriage:
Biblical marriage is a sacred covenant established by God, and is clearly defined throughout scripture as involving one man, one woman, and God Himself, who eternally exists as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This marriage covenant is designed and sustained by God alone. Therefore, we cannot endorse or recognize any redefinition of marriage, including same-sex unions or behavior, as these clearly fall outside of God's perfect will and design for us as people He deeply loves and seeks to redeem.
Genesis 1:27-28; 2:23, 24; Matthew 19:4-6; Mark 10:8; 1 Corinthians 6:16; and Ephesians 5:31
True Freedom and Holiness:
We believe that true freedom is found only in Christ, who offers healing and restoration in every area of brokenness, including matters of sexuality and gender. It is out of genuine love for people and a commitment to Biblical truth that we encourage believers to pursue holiness in all aspects of life, including relationships, sexuality, and gender identity, trusting in God’s Word as our unchanging and trustworthy guide.
Matthew 8:16-17; Luke 4:18-21; John 8:31-36; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Galatians 2:20 5:1; 6:1; Ephesians 4:22-24; 1 Peter 1:15-16; 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5; Hebrews 12:14; Psalm 119:105; Isaiah 40:8; 2 Timothy 3:16-17
Dignity:
While we cannot endorse same-sex relationships, broken gender identities, or any redefinition of marriage, we wholeheartedly affirm the God-given dignity and worth of every individual. We are committed to treating everyone with the respect, care, and love they deserve as image-bearers of God. Our desire is for all people to find a church home where they can experience the love of a church family and the transformative power of God, exchanging their brokenness for the wholeness found only in Jesus. We believe Hope Community Church can be that place.
Genesis 1:26-27; Psalm 139:13-14; Ezekiel 36:26; Matthew 11:28-30; John 13:34-35; Romans 12:9-10; 15:7; 1 Peter 3:15