Hope Community Church Wigston

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In this message, Josiah Homfray-Cooper explores the story of the Good Samaritan and invites us to see it through the lens of the radical hospitality we first receive from Jesus. Before we can offer hospitality to others, we need to recognise how Jesus welcomes us — meeting us in our brokenness, drawing near to us and extending grace, mercy and love that we could never earn. As we receive the radic...

As we relaunch our Community Groups, Rachel Tingley explores what it means to live life together as a church family. Following Jesus was never meant to be something we do alone. Community gives us a place to build genuine relationships, encourage one another, grow in faith and support each other through the highs and lows of life. In this message, Rachel encourages us to embrace the gift of Christ...

As we come back together after the summer, Matt MacDiarmid encourages us to look ahead to the season God has placed before us. This message is an opportunity to refocus, reconnect and remember who we are as a church family. As we begin a new season together, we’re encouraged to make space for God, pursue Him wholeheartedly and step into all that He has for us. Join us as we look forward with faith...

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What do you do when the storms of life leave you feeling overwhelmed, afraid, or uncertain? In this message from Matthew 14:22–33, Iain Mair explores the remarkable account of Jesus walking on the water and Peter stepping out of the boat in faith. As the disciples battle the wind and waves, Jesus comes to them with words of comfort and courage: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” Through thi...

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What does forgiveness really look like? And how can we forgive when we've been deeply hurt? In this message from Matthew 18:21–35, Maggie Gill explores Jesus' powerful parable of the unforgiving servant and the radical nature of God's grace. As Peter asks how many times he should forgive, Jesus responds with a challenge that goes far beyond keeping count, pointing instead to the immeas...

After four and a half years, 51 sermons, and one incredible journey through John’s Gospel… we arrive at the finish line. In this final message of the series, Josiah Homfray-Cooper unpacks John 20:30–31 — the verses that explain why the Gospel of John was written in the first place: so that we may believe Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and by believing have life in His name. This episode is...

What does Jesus do with our failures? In John 21:15–25, we see a deeply personal conversation between Jesus and Peter on the shore—a moment of honesty, healing, and restoration. Sean Reynolds unpacks how the risen Jesus meets us in our weakness and calls us forward with purpose.

After the resurrection, life doesn’t just go back to normal. In John 21:1–14, the disciples return to fishing—but Jesus meets them there, on the shore, with a fire and a simple invitation to eat. In this message, Matt MacDiarmid explores how the risen Jesus meets us in the ordinary, provides more than we expect, and invites us into relationship around “the best breakfast ever.”

Jesus is alive—and He still meets people today. In this message, Matt MacDiarmid explores John 20:19–29, where the risen Jesus appears to His disciples and to doubting Thomas. A story of fear, doubt, and powerful encounter, reminding us that faith begins with meeting the person of Jesus.

In this powerful message, Phil Edwards unpacks the deeply personal resurrection encounter in John 20:11–18, where Mary Magdalene meets the risen Jesus. Focusing on the moment Jesus speaks her name, this episode explores the beauty of being known, seen, and called by Christ. Often described as “the apostle to the apostles,” Mary’s story reminds us that the good news of the resurrection is first ent...

In this special Easter Sunday evening message, John Smuts reflects on the power and significance of the resurrection of Jesus. Exploring what Easter truly means beyond tradition, this episode unpacks the hope, renewal, and new life found in Christ. With insight and encouragement, John invites us to consider how the resurrection isn’t just a moment in history—but a present reality that transforms t...

In this powerful sermon of  Hello My Name Is Jesus ,   Sean Reynolds  takes us deep into  John 18 , where Jesus stands before His accusers and enters the most pivotal courtroom in history — facing humanity’s judgment yet revealing His divine identity as King and Saviour. Through clear, Scripture‑rooted teaching, Sean guides listeners into the heart of Jesus’ trial: exploring how Christ responds wi...

In this episode of  Digging Deeper , we explore the topic of money—one of the most talked about, and often misunderstood, areas of our lives. Together, we unpack what Jesus teaches about wealth, generosity, and where our true security lies. This conversation gets beneath the surface, challenging some of our assumptions and inviting us to rethink how we view and handle money in light of faith. Whet...

In this episode of the Hope Community Church podcast, Rachel Tingley explores Jesus’ powerful words in  John 16:16-33 , reminding us that He is with us even in the midst of sorrow and uncertainty. Titled  “Hello, my name is Jesus – The Overcomer” , this message encourages us to trust in Christ’s promise of peace and victory, no matter what we face. Join us as we reflect on how Jesus comforts, stre...

In this sermon of  Hello My Name Is Jesus ,  Matt MacDiarmid  dives deep into  John 15:26–16:15 in a message titled  “For Our Good.”  Join us as we explore Jesus’ profound promise of the  Holy Spirit  — the Advocate sent to testify about Christ and to guide believers into truth, comfort, and boldness in a world that often misunderstands Him. Through rich biblical teaching and heart-felt applicatio...

In this Sunday talk,  “Hello my name is Jesus | John 15:18-25 – The Cost of Belonging to Jesus,”  pastor  Ian Powell  invites listeners to explore what it truly means to follow Christ in a world that often rejects His message. Drawing from  John 15:18-25 , this message reflects on Jesus’ words about how His followers will experience opposition simply  “on account of my name,”  and how we are calle...

In this encouraging episode of the  Hope Community Church Wigston  podcast,  Josiah Homfray-Cooper  invites listeners into a thoughtful reflection on Jesus’ words from  John 15:1-17 , where Christ speaks of Himself as the true vine and believers as His branches. Drawing from this powerful vineyard imagery, Josiah explores what it means for followers of Jesus to  remain  — to stay deeply connected...