God Centered. People Focused.

We are an international church in the Bern region where the Bible is taught, Jesus is lifted up, and people find a place to belong.

Who We Are

More Than Just a Gathering

Hope Community Church (HCC) is a vibrant, English-speaking family made up of people from many different nations. But what unites us isn’t just our diversity or our location, it is our shared faith in Jesus Christ.

We are an evangelical free church. This simply means:

We are an evangelical free church. This simply means:

  • We are Bible-based: We believe the Bible is God’s truth for our lives, and we don’t shy away from teaching it.

  • We are Jesus-focused: We believe Jesus is the only way to God, and He is the center of everything we do.

  • We are Independent: We are distinct from the State Church, funded entirely by the generosity of our members who believe in our mission.

Living With Purpose

Life can get busy.

Rather than filling your calendar with endless religious activities or keeping you inside a “church bubble,” church should exist to fuel your life, not crowd it.

Hope Community Church is a Purpose Driven community. This means avoiding events just for the sake of it. Everything here is intentional, designed to help you live a healthy, balanced life where God is invited into every aspect of your day, your work, your family, and your quiet moments.

Worship (Magnify)

Invite God into the center of your life. True worship is more than singing on Sundays; it is honoring Him in your daily work, your relationships, and your rest.

Fellowship (Belong)

You were created for community. Move beyond casual acquaintances and find a spiritual family where you are truly known, supported, and loved.

Discipleship (Grow)

Growth is the goal. Through clear teaching and practical tools, you can mature in character, deepen your understanding, and become more like Jesus.

Ministry (Serve)

You were shaped to make a difference. Don’t just sit on the sidelines; use your unique gifts to serve others in the church and the community.

Mission (Share):

Live with open eyes and an open heart, ready to share the hope you have with a world that desperately needs it.

Meet Our Servant Leaders

We are a team of ordinary people serving an extraordinary God. Our goal is not to draw attention to ourselves, but to be faithful in serving this community and helping you find your place in God’s family.

Hector Paredes

Senior Pastor

Hector leads HCC with a passion for teaching the Bible clearly and making the Gospel accessible to everyone. He carries the vision for our church and loves seeing people transform as they discover their purpose in Christ.

Olina Paredes

Operations & Kids Ministry

Olina shapes the next generation by leading our Kids Ministry on Sundays. Behind the scenes, she is our problem-solver-in-chief, known for her ability to take difficult challenges and turn them into smooth realities.

Anna Skiba

Outreach & Youth Director

Anna has a contagious passion for the next generation. She hearts desire is to lead youth and young adults to a deep relationship with God. She also loves sharing the hope of the Gospel with people outside the church walls.

Stephan Grossenbacher

Care & Prayer Ministry

Stephan has a true shepherd’s heart for people. While he serves in preaching occasionally, his primary passion is counseling and prayer—walking alongside people through life’s highs and lows to offer spiritual support.

Patty Blaser

Community & Administration

Patty has a heart for genuine community and a powerful personal testimony of God’s grace. She supports HCC by simplifying complex ideas and handling the administrative details that keep our family running smoothly.

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What We Believe

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the center of our faith and the foundation for everything that happens at HCC. As an evangelical church, the commitment is to share the good news of salvation through faith in Jesus with everyone, regardless of denominational background.

While the community is diverse, unity is found in the life-changing power of the Gospel. Faith here is not just a theory; it is lived out in practical ways that demonstrate God’s love to the world.

Here is what is held to be true:

We believe the Bible was written by human authors under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. Because of this, it is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living, and it is without error. It is our final authority in everything we say and do.

We affirm the eternal existence of God, who is revealed in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and one. He is the Creator and Ruler of the universe.

Jesus Christ is the Son of God. We affirm that He is co-equal with the Father and the Holy Spirit, and that through Him all things were created.

  • His Life: He came to earth to offer Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people.
  • His Victory: He died on a cross and rose from the dead to demonstrate His power over sin and death.
  • His Return: He will return to reign as King of kings and Lord of lords.
  • The Only Way: He is the only Way, the only Truth, and He is Life

The Holy Spirit is the expressed essence of God, co-equal with the Father and Jesus Christ. He is present in the world to make people aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation, providing power, understanding, and guidance. The Christian seeks to live under His control daily

We believe that humans are God’s supreme creation, made in His image for His joy and glory, with tremendous potential for good. However, sin—an attitude of disobedience towards God—has separated us from Him. This separation affects all of humanity, and we cannot bridge this gap on our own.

Salvation is a gift we can accept through faith or reject; it cannot be earned through self-improvement or good works. Only through faith in Jesus Christ as God’s sacrifice can we be forgiven and have our relationship with God restored

We were made for eternity. We were created to rest and rule with God, but sin has separated us from Him.

  • Heaven: Through forgiveness in Christ, we can join God again in heaven.
  • Hell: Rejecting Christ leads to eternal separation from God in a place the Bible refers to as hell

Baptism is a public declaration of faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. It is a biblical command that demonstrates our love and obedience to Christ. While it does not have the power to save us, it shows the world that we have already been saved

Communion is an ordinance given to all believers by Jesus Christ to symbolize our new covenant. The bread and the cup represent Christ’s broken body and the blood He shed for us on the cross. It is a regular testament to our faith in the power of the cross to cover our sins.