Fall ministries begin September 13 & 16. Register today for Bible studies, Adventure Club, and other fall programs!

Fall is almost here, and we’re excited to begin another season of Sunday morning fellowship, Bible study, and Wednesday night ministries at Beacon of Hope. Whether you’re joining a fellowship group, studying the book of Judges, bringing your children to Adventure Club or Pathways, or serving as a volunteer, we hope you’ll be part of what God is doing at Beacon this fall.

Sunday Mornings

Begins Sunday, September 13 at 9:00 AM

Sunday School and fellowship groups are available for all ages before our 10:30 AM worship service.

• Joint Heirs & Sojourners — Upstairs conference rooms
• PreK–12th Grade Sunday School — Children’s Ministry Suite
• Nursery (ages 0–2) — Available downstairs

Wednesday Nights

Begins Wednesday, September 16 at 6:30 PM

Men’s & Women’s Bible Study: The Book of Judges

God is looking for a few good people.

Picture a world where people live according to their own personal standards, believers struggle to agree, and people are trapped in every kind of sin. Sound familiar?

These challenges may feel especially relevant today, but they also describe the world we encounter in the book of Judges. In the midst of spiritual compromise and confusion, God worked through men and women who were ready, willing, and available to Him.

This fall, our men’s and women’s Bible studies will walk through Be Available (Judges): Accept the Challenge to Confront the Enemy by Warren W. Wiersbe. Together, we’ll see how God advances His purposes through ordinary people who are willing to trust Him, stand for what is right, and step into the work He has given them.

Men and women will meet on alternating Wednesdays in the upstairs conference room, beginning with the men on September 16.

Please register through Church Center.

Adventure Club | PreK–5th Grade

Adventure Club gives children a fun, energetic evening centered on biblical truth.

Each week includes worship, games, Scripture memory, and age-appropriate teaching designed to help children grow in their understanding of God’s Word and the church. This year, students will work through topics including church discipline, church membership, and dispensationalism.

Children can also earn pins during review weeks as they learn and recite their memory verses.

Questions? Contact Jon Nelson at jon@ak5j.com.

Register today through Church Center.

Pathways | Grades 6–12

New this year!

Pathways, our new student ministry for middle and high school students, also launches Wednesday nights this fall.

Students in grades 6–12 are invited to gather for biblical teaching, fellowship, and discipleship as they learn what it means to follow Christ and walk according to His Word.

Questions? Contact Josiah Downer at josiahdowner@yahoo.com.

Volunteers Needed

As we prepare for the fall, we are still looking for volunteers to serve as:

• Sunday School teachers for PreK–12th Grade
• Adventure Club volunteers

These ministries are an important part of discipling the children and students in our congregation. Please prayerfully consider whether you may be able to serve this year.

If you are willing to help, contact Emma Johnson at ejohnson@beaconforthecity.org.

Join Us This Fall

We’re looking forward to another year of studying God’s Word, growing together, and investing in the next generation.

Register today through the Church Center App or website.

Have You Been Baptized?

One of our requirements for membership at Beacon of Hope is baptism by immersion. We don’t do this because we are part of a Baptist denomination, but because it is biblical (Matthew 28:19). We believe being baptized by immersion to be an act of obedience that publicly declares your faith.

If you are interested in being baptized by immersion, please contact Lauren Nelson by email (lnelson@beaconforthecity.org), and we will follow up personally to talk about baptism with you.

We will host a class in early August to go over the biblical reasons for baptism by immersion and to answer any questions. In the class, we will also help you to put together a personal testimony about your salvation. 

Schedule

Location: Tony Schmidt Regional Park, 3500 Lake Johanna Blvd, Arden Hills, MN 55112

10:15 AM — Food Drop-Off & Beach Time
Please bring all food to the sheltered pavilion at the top of the hill, then head down to the beach.

10:30 AM — Outdoor Worship Service
Our outdoor service will begin at 10:30 AM! Water baptisms and a time of testimony will take place immediately following the sermon. Don't forget to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on!

12:00 PM — Fellowship Meal
Time to eat! Everyone will head up to the pavilion to enjoy a wonderful meal together. Please come and join us even if you’re unable to bring a dish!

Registration & Food Sign Ups

If you would like to volunteer to bring food or drinks, you must register and select what you will bring. Details about what food and drinks are needed can be found on Church Center and can be selected when registering for the event via Church Center. Click here to register on Church Center

Questions

If you have any questions please reach out to Jody Pederson or Laura Church.

TruthEx: Dismantling Evolution is a two-day summer program for students who have completed 4th–8th grade. Through engaging STEM competitions, interactive teaching, and small-group challenges, students will discover compelling scientific evidence that points to the existence of God and the trustworthiness of the Bible.

Event Details

Dates: Tuesday, July 21 – Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Conference Room A
Cost: $10 per student (includes lunch)

What Students Will Learn

Students will explore questions such as:

• What are the strongest arguments for evolution?
• How can Christians confidently defend a six-day creation worldview?
• Can science support what the Bible teaches?

The seminar will examine key challenges to neo-Darwinian evolution, with a special emphasis on geology and genetics. Each day includes large-group teaching sessions along with two exciting hands-on STEM competitions.

Registration

Registration is required and closes on July 19.

Register today on Church Center »

Volunteer Opportunity

We're looking for 2–6 adult volunteers to help with TruthEx or serve in the nursery for volunteers during the event.

If you're interested in serving or have questions, please contact Emma Johnson at ejohnson@beaconforthecity.org.

Join us as we celebrate an important milestone in the lives and ministries of Lucas Meredith and Justin Gilbert.

On Friday, June 26 and Saturday, June 27, an Ordination Council will examine these men as they seek formal ordination to Christian ministry. The council, made up of four pastors, will evaluate the candidates in the areas of:

• Bible Knowledge
• Systematic Theology
• Biblical Counseling
• Apologetics

We invite our church family to attend, observe, and support these men during this significant time. If you plan to attend, please sign up so we can prepare accordingly.

Ordination Council Schedule

Friday, June 26
6:30–8:30 PM
Examination of Biblical Knowledge
Coffee and water provided

Saturday, June 27
Arrive at 8:30 AM
Council begins at 9:00 AM and concludes around 11:30 AM
Examination of Systematic Theology, Biblical Counseling, and Apologetics
Coffee, orange juice, muffins, yogurt, fruit, and other breakfast snacks provided

Sunday Ordination Service

On Sunday morning, we will gather for worship and the formal ordination service.

We are pleased to welcome Brian Murphy, CEO of XL Ministries, who will be preaching during our morning service. Following the sermon, Lucas Meredith and Justin Gilbert will be called forward as the Ordination Council and Elders of Beacon of Hope lay hands on them and formally ordain them to gospel ministry.

We hope you will join us for this special weekend as we celebrate God’s work in raising up faithful men for ministry.

This summer at Beacon of Hope, we’ll be opening the Bible together through the book of Jonah.

Jonah is not just a story about a storm or a great fish. It is a story about the mercy of God. Through the life of this reluctant prophet, we see a God who pursues sinners, shows compassion to the undeserving, and calls people to repentance and faith.

This series begins Sunday, June 7 and will continue throughout the summer during our Sunday worship service.

Join us as we consider the mercy, compassion, and sovereignty of God in the book of Jonah—and the hope found in Jesus Christ.

View service details and upcoming events

Vacation Bible School (VBS) in St. Paul, MN

Looking for a fun and affordable Vacation Bible School (VBS) in St. Paul, MN? Join us at Beacon of Hope Church for Emerald Crossing VBS — a Christ-centered summer program for kids in the Twin Cities area.

VBS Details:
Dates: June 22–25, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location:  850 Terrace Court, Saint Paul, MN 55130
Ages: 3 years old through completed 3rd grade
Cost: $20 per child ($40 family max)

Click here to register for VBS

Beacon of Hope Church in St. Paul, Minnesota invites children to explore Psalm 23 through an exciting Irish-themed adventure at Emerald Crossing VBS. Each day includes Bible teaching, crafts, games, science activities, music, and snacks designed to help kids grow in their understanding of God and His Word.

If you're searching for a VBS near you, a kids summer program in St. Paul, or a Vacation Bible School in the Twin Cities, we would love to have your family join us this summer.

Volunteers: Volunteer registration is also open on Church Center. There are opportunities to serve before, during, and after VBS, including set-up, security, nursery, snack prep, Bible teaching, crafts, games, and cleanup. Men, women, and teens (4th grade and above) are encouraged to get involved.

Questions? Please contact Emma Johnson at ejohnson@beaconforthecity.org.

VBS (age 3 - finished 3rd grade) will run from 9:00-12:00 on June 22-25.

VBS at Beacon of Hope Church (2026)

TruthEx, an apologetics program for students completed grades 4-8, will run from 9:00 - 3:00 on July 21 and 22. More information to come.

TruthEx: Dismantling Evolution (2026)