Hope Church, Diss

Main Meetings:

Sun 10:30 Sunday Service
Our Sunday service starts at 10:30am, with refreshments served from 10:00am. The service includes worship, Bible teaching with practical application for everyday life, and children and youth groups on relevant topics with engaging activities. We also have crèche facilities available.

Denomination:

Pioneer

Hymns & songs:

We sing a wide variety of songs and hymns. Sung worship is an important part of our life together, giving us space to praise God, express our faith, and worship Him as one community.

Under 18s:

Kids Connect 🎒 Tuesdays 4:00pm–6:00pm (School Years 2–6) An after-school club with a Bible story, crafts, sports, and dinner. £2.50 per child. Booking essential. Little Sparks 👶 Thursdays 10:30am–12:00pm Our parent and toddler group offers playtime, group singing, free snacks, and a welcoming space for families. £2.00 per child. Booking essential. Hangout (Youth Group) 🎉 Every other Friday 7:00pm–9:00pm (School Years 6–11) The whole building is given over to our youth, with sports, crafts, café, milkshakes, tuck shop, air hockey, dancing, and more. Dates available on the Hope Church website. Additionally, we run mentoring and assemblies in schools. We also have a Connect Group just for youth.

18-30s:

Local outreach & community activities:

Community Café 🕘 Mondays 10:00am–12:00pm 🕥 Fridays 10:45am–12:00pm A free café offering food generously donated by Tesco, Greggs, and Warburtons. Community Lunch 🍽 Fridays 12:00pm–1:00pm Join us for a delicious free lunch. Everyone is welcome.

Other activities & ministries:

Connect Groups Our Connect Groups meet on different days throughout the week and are a great way to build genuine friendships and grow in faith. In these groups we study the Bible, pray together, and share life with one another; some groups even enjoy meals together. They’re a relaxed and welcoming space to belong, whatever stage of faith you’re at. Hope into Action (HIA) We partner with Hope into Action, a charity that supports vulnerable people by helping to provide housing and community. As part of this partnership, we run a friendship and support group, offering connection, encouragement, and practical care. 24/7 Peru One of our church families has moved to Peru to establish 24/7 Peru. We continue to support and work alongside them as they serve their community and demonstrate God’s love in practical and life-giving ways. We’re involved in many other activities too, so feel free to pop in or explore our website to find out more about life at our church.

Leaders:

Sam Wilkes Sim Playford Mary Lewell

Affiliations & links:

Pioneer Network, Evangelical Alliance

Main Bible:

New International Version

Average Congregation:

125 adults
35 under 18s

Accessibility:

Accessible toilet, Accessible worship area, Baby friendly, Hearing loop, PA system, Wheelchair available

Languages:

English

Office Contact:

Office Address:

Vinces Road
Diss
Norfolk
IP22 3HG

Office Telephone:

01379 644223