Hope City Church - Newcastle

‘I feel God is saying “Get ready”. He is about to move. A quickening is going to happen. Things that you feel are far off are nearer than you think.’ Press play to receive a fresh touch from this Holy Spirit in this powerful and prophetic message from Pastor Rachael Taylor.

Press play to hear this encouraging message from Pastor Simon Taylor on how to keep the faith, no matter what’s going on in our circumstances.

The vision God has for you…His church…the world, has not changed. “Though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come” Habakkuk 2:3 KJV. Press play to find out more in this encouraging message from Pastor Simon Taylor.

Have you ever asked the question “What’s Going On?” You may be looking at your life right now and asking that very question.  These past few months maybe haven’t turned out how you would have liked them to, you may have not seen the answers to your prayers yet or even wondering if you have missed … Continue reading "What’s Going On? – Rachael Taylor"

The book of Acts is just the beginning. Press play to hear this powerful message from Pastor Simon Taylor which will inspire and equip you to live a Spirit-led life.

What you consume physically can have a dramatic affect on your body – the same applies to what we meditate on internally. Press play to hear this significant message from Pastor Rachael Taylor that will set you up for a brilliant year.

“I can’t spread Covid-19 if I don’t have Covid-19. In the same way, we can’t spread the faith if we can’t keep the faith.” – Press play to find out how we can be ‘Superspreaders’ of the good news of Jesus in this message from Pastor Simon Taylor.

Press play to hear this message from Pastor Rachael Taylor that will reignite your passion and stir up the things of God in your life.

“Do not let your hearts be troubled.” Anyone else find these words of Jesus easier said than done? Press play to find out more in this message from Pastor Simon Taylor.

Who’s sitting on the throne of your life? Press play to listen to this powerful message from Pastor Rachael Taylor.

Press play to discover the meaning of communion and what happens as we remember all that Jesus has won.

“Wake up, sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you.” (Ephesians 5:14). God has not pressed pause on His purposes in 2020. Press play to hear this encouraging message from Pastor Steve Warren (Lead Pastor of C3 Imagine, Amsterdam).

It’s time to stand firm and take hold of all that God has for you. Press play to find out how in this powerful message from Pastor Rachael Taylor.

I don’t just want to exist. I want to LIVE! Press play to hear how we can take hold of the LIFE God has for each one of us in this message from Pastor Simon Taylor.

The Bible talks about faith a lot! But what does it actually mean to have faith? Press play to find out more as Pastor Rachael unpacks this question.

Jesus’ Kingdom operates so differently to this world’s. Press play to find out how God wants to transform our thinking and our lives as we align ourselves with His Kingdom so that we can experience the fulness of all He has for us.

Your dreams…Your future…Your prayers…All that God has in store…IT’S NOT OVER. Press play to hear Pastor Rachael unpack this bold and faith filled declaration over your life.

“It’s important our faith is longer that the facts we might face in the short term”. Press play for an injection of faith into your life in this message from Pastor Simon Taylor.

Hebrews 2:1 says “We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” Press play to hear how we can stay anchored in this message from Pastor Rachael Taylor.

LET THERE BE LIFE! God has so much LIFE for you. Grab hold of this truth by pressing play on this message from Pastor Simon Taylor right now.

Step out of the old season and into the new as Pastor Rachael Taylor helps us leave disappointment behind and take hold of everything God has for us.

We were created for community. We were born to connect with others. In this season of isolation, Ps Lisa Stoner explores the importance God places on being in community and the future that is created when we join hands with those around us.

Are there any areas of your life that feel a bit cluttered? Any place where, if even the smallest button is pressed, you’re triggered? It’s been easy in this stay-at-home season to get caught up in the clutter. To feel as though we have to do everything and be everyone to make sure all bases … Continue reading "I’m Triggered – Tebo Mpanza"

What are you battling with right now? What is happening in your life that is making it seem like there’s no way back? Know that, through the love and mercy of Christ, there is always the hope and reality of resurrection. Whatever the illness of your circumstance, it’s not too late for you to come … Continue reading "Back To Life – David Stoner"

In all the tumult of our world, it’s so easy to lose sight of our first love. But what is our first love? Is it Jesus, or is it the church? Listen to this week’s podcast with Ps Jo Willis as he explores our need to reprioritise our loves to further the kingdom of God. … Continue reading "Let the Saints Rise – Jo Willis"

Do you know that God isn’t as far from you as life may make it seem? Do you ever get the sense that you can’t quite reach Him; there’s something stopping you approach him; that, in a way, you’re locked out of heaven? Jesus wants you to come in. He wants you to draw near. … Continue reading "Locked Out of Heaven – Gosia Denham"

Against the backdrop of our confusing world, what are you wearing? What are you holding? What is residing in your heart? What do you have there that sets you apart from the rest of the world? Take time to self-reflect and recalibrate this week with a guest message from Ps Tim Ross.

It’s easy in the world’s current climate to feel displaced and distant from church. But although we are scattered, we have been called for such a time as this! God is using these circumstances to bring about a revival not just in His body, but of His body. He is moving us where He needs … Continue reading "The Scattered Church – Joel Burden"

Do you know who God says you are? Do you know that you are loved, chosen, wanted, God’s handiwork? Do you know of the life-changing and empowering implications that rooting your identity in Christ entails on your life? Take stock this week of how you view yourself – or how the world views you – … Continue reading "What’s in a Name? – Lois Willis"

It’s time to break off the shackles and the lies of the enemy and live our lives as we truly are: ordained! Each of us are called by God to reveal His goodness and work out His will upon the earth. Nothing and no one can stop us when we’re in the will of God! … Continue reading "Living Life Ordained – Simon Taylor"

If anything is clear in times of difficulty and upheaval – whether in our personal or corporate lives – it’s that God is far closer than we will ever know! He is an ever-present help in times of trouble, and we have nothing to fear. On Father’s Day, we are encouraged to hear from the … Continue reading "Fear Not – Phil Pringle"

We all have issues. Difficulties in circumstance, health issues, and lies we’ve come to believe about ourselves just name a few. Though we are never too far from the grace of God. Just one touch from Jesus is enough to satisfy! It’s enough to heal, to restore, and to affirm. Listen to this message from … Continue reading "A Tale of Two Daughters – Chris Denham"

Pastor Dave sits down with Premier League legend Shola Ameobi to discuss racism within society and the Church and how we can all play a part in being the solution in this day and age.

Let’s not become enamoured with what’s keeping us from moving boldly into all God has for us. Fear. Resignation. Settling for smallness. Retraction. These things can hold us hostage: we’ve got to see them for what they are and fight to break free! Tune in to this week’s podcast with Ps Jenny Gilpin as she … Continue reading "Stockholm Syndrome – Jenny Gilpin"

It’s time to go back to basics. What makes our lives worth living? How can we have total trust in God? What fears; what insecurities do we need to let go of?  It’s no longer about performance. Let’s flip our perspective. Tune into this week’s podcast message as Ps Tebo Mpanza unpacks the fundamental facts … Continue reading "Fundamental Facts – Tebo Mpanza"

(One More Time) No one knows their limits because what was your limit yesterday is no longer your limit today! You’ve grown and your limits have too! What God does, however, when you are at your limits of time, patience, strength and talent is extraordinary. This is where the greatest downloads of heaven take place. … Continue reading "Take it to the Limit – Dave Gilpin"

Right now, we’re in The Messy Middle. We’re experiencing losses, a slowing down, a redirection of purpose and changes to our daily rhythm. It’s been confusing and difficult to adjust. Though even in these challenging times, there’s joy to be had! Listen to Ps Lou Davies today as she encourages us to reclaim our joy … Continue reading "The Messy Middle – Louise Davies"

In our changing world, it is so easy to have a fluctuating faith! We’re all-in one moment, and completely doubting the next. But how can we remain steadfast and consistently trust in God in the face of changing winds? In the face of uncertainty? In our impatience in getting to our destination? Senior Pastor Jenny … Continue reading "Are We There Yet? – Jenny Gilpin"

This is an unprecedented season for us all.  In unprecedented moments, God can do unprecedented things. Today’s sermon emphasises the importance of remembering God’s work in our lives, it is important to know that God is more than able to deliver us from this valley again and again. It’s easier to step out in faith … Continue reading "Let’s Do This Again – Chris Denham"

A lot of us think that there’s a giant leap of faith that we have to undertake in order to follow God through the wilderness and into our own personal Canaan flowing with milk and honey. Yet no one has ever undertaken a leap of faith either within the Bible or without. The Bible never … Continue reading "Step Maker – Dave Gilpin"

In this Easter message, guest speaker Mark Ritchie encourages us in our ‘mess’ and points us to Christ and the power of the cross. Speaking from Mark 16, he demonstrates how in the midst of the unknown, our default is to just keep our heads down and get on with things, but that through the … Continue reading "Head Down, Eyes Up, Go – Mark Ritchie"

The difference between your present and your desired future is your CONVICTION. Lining up your confession, mental commitment and conduct with your conviction is your master key to your destiny. Jenny Gilpin places a magnifying glass on this powerful truth.

Most prayers have a lot to do with making us better, more holy and more acceptable to God. They’re about all we can do for God. Yet the Bible declares we love him BECAUSE He first loved us. To ask God to firstly show you His glory is not ancillary but mandatory to rekindling our … Continue reading "Makes Me Wanna Pray – Dave Gilpin"

There is a birthing in this time and in this season that will be unprecedented. A birthing of men and women with a different spirit. A fearless spirit. In this message Pastor Jenny, encourages us to stand firm in the midst of a shock. To still our hearts and minds and hold onto God and … Continue reading "Shock Proof – Jenny Gilpin"

A boxer once said you can tell if your opponent has already won or lost the match by the look in their eyes. Click play to hear how we can ⁠change a look of defeat to one that says “Let’s go!” as we continue our Glory Days series with Pastor Rachel Taylor.

What is the chief end of man? In the first instalment of our Glory Days series, Pastor Simon Taylor explains why what we do reflects our identity in Christ, and encourages us to live our lives for the glory of God.

Psalm 139 says ‘Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?’. As Christians we can sometimes feel a little bit lost. But it’s important to know that wherever you are, you are not alone and God is with you. Press play to hear this inspiring message!

Trust is the foundation around which all relationships revolve.  Similarly, the “Trust Factor” has a profound impact on the local church. Wherever we cannot put our trust in others or entrust ourselves to others, our CO-mission will suffer. Click play to hear more!

What to do after the storms are gone. The place where you live and breathe is too small for you. It fitted yesterday, but it doesn’t fit your future. The only way out is to upsize…

As a body of believers, let’s live life: Undaunted and Fearless, Unswerving and Unstoppable, Disciplined and Determined. That is how we’ll storm this city with the Gospel and see His salvation come. Click play to hear this empowering message from Pastor Simon Taylor. 

Acts 2:42 says, “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals, and to prayer.” As well as our devotion to Jesus, we are called to be devoted to one another! Press play to hear this powerful message by Joey Robinson.