Hopewell Reformed Church recognizes that there are many people in this world who need the love of Jesus Christ but may not feel comfortable in an established church setting. We have accepted the challenge of creating many spaces in many venues to “meet on the street” those who will not join us on Beekman Road. We look to start, partner with others, and enable existing and new Christian communities to reach out in new ways in Hopewell Junction, Southern Dutchess County and the world. We constantly seek out opportunities to join Christ in the world as we bring his love to the world in new ways. Any ideas?

Common Ground

Common Ground is an Alternative Christian Community based in Poughkeepsie, NY providing space for people to ”belong before they believe”.  The group meets in Poughkeepsie and Beacon (check the website or facebook for current location) focusing on building relationships with God, self and others through serving the community, fellowshipping regularly and worshiping and growing together weekly.   Although the focus is on 20 and 30 ”somethings”, all people are encouraged to be a part of Common Ground as all people are a blessing to the community. Check out Common Ground’s website to learn more.

Odyssey Worship

A Special Journey with Extraordinary People

We started as a church plant ministering to individuals who lived in the Poughquag area. This small group was blessed with parents of people with special needs, teachers of people with special needs, and children with special needs. As this church plant asked who needed love and support in our neighborhood, these community members bravely said, “We do.” We decided we would start a service once a month for people with special needs. This once a month turned into twice a month and we are now meeting every Sunday as we strive to be a church with people with special needs. This has been a we had not expected, but one God continues to Bless! Visit the Odyssey website.

Journey Worship 

A Respite from the World!

This Christian community meeting every 2nd and 4th Wednesday evenings at 7pm. The Hopewell Reformed Church is the venue for this gathering that strives to provide a place for fellowship and rest for the many in Dutchess County who are so busy they have lost the joy of living.  We have also begun serving the special needs community in our area with our Odyssey program, as we share together in an inclusive worship experience, fellowship and love. Visit HRC’s website for more information and worship times.