The HOPE Strategy

A four-week monthly cycle that equips students to take the hope of Christ to their campus.

How It Works

Each month, student-led clubs walk through the H.O.P.E. cycle. Each week builds on the last to help students live on mission at school.

H

Help

Equipping students to start Gospel conversations

Students are equipped with the tools and confidence to start a Gospel conversation with their friends.

  • Learn how to start meaningful Gospel conversations
  • Build confidence to talk about the hope found in Jesus
  • Practice conversation starters with other students
  • Pray for boldness to speak up on campus
O

Opportunity

Seeing everyday openings to share your faith

Students are encouraged to see the opportunities all around them to share their faith.

  • Recognize everyday openings for spiritual conversations
  • Identify friends, teammates, and classmates to reach
  • Pray for specific friends by name
  • Plan how and when to start the conversation
P

Prepare

Writing and practicing your faith story

Students are empowered to write and practice their faith story so they are ready to share it.

  • Write out your personal faith story
  • Practice sharing your story in a supportive setting
  • Learn to connect your story to God’s story
  • Invite friends to Encounter Week
E

Encounter

Presenting the Gospel and inviting a response

Everything builds to this week: a clear Gospel message is presented and students are invited to respond.

  • A student presents a clear Gospel message
  • Students are invited to respond to Christ
  • Response cards and Next Steps cards are shared
  • New believers are connected to a local church

Who Makes HOPE Happen?

Every role matters. Whether up front or behind the scenes, student leaders create a space where students can hear about Jesus and feel welcomed.

Greeter

The first friendly face people see — stands at the door, says hello, and creates a warm, welcoming environment.

Food Team

Helps set up and serve food like pizza or donuts and passes out water. (May not apply to every school.)

Host

Kicks off club by welcoming everyone, opening in prayer, and leading a game — then closes with the challenge and prayer.

Speaker

Leads the message during club and is available afterward for anyone with questions or who wants prayer.

Clean-Up Crew

Picks up trash and wipes down tables after club — leaving the room better than we found it.

Follow-Up Team

During Encounter Week, collects response cards, shares Next Steps cards and Bibles, and connects students to a local church.

Want to Bring HOPE to Your Campus?

We will help you launch a student-led club at your school.