About Us

Who We Are

Teaching Truth, Living Hope

Grounded in God’s Word, United in Christ

We are a diverse church family that teaches, sings, and lives the Gospel together in order to share the hope of Jesus with the South Bay community and around the world. 

2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. 

Win 

We proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the free gift of salvation He offers to all humanity through His death & resurrection.

“For God so loved the world that He gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

Equip

We teach God's Word in clear, everyday language, emphasizing sound theology and practical application.

“But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.”                           2 Peter 3:18

Send

We serve and minister to various needs both locally and globally, seeking to make disciples from every tongue, tribe & nation.

"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,"  Matthew 28:19

Our MInistries

There's a Place For You!

Kids Ministry

Kids Ministry

We want to show Jesus to kids and families so they grow to be like Him. Then, we want to equip them to go and tell others about Him.

Youth Ministry

Youth Ministry

We teach the youth of the South Bay about Jesus Christ in order to help transform their lives, find meaning for their existence, and provide hope for their future.

Young Adults

Young Adults

Young Adults is a vibrant ministry focused on helping those entering adulthood navigate  successfully through college classes and early career choices. We aim to help 18-26 year olds  grow an abiding relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church through bi-monthly gatherings.

Men's Ministry

Men's Ministry

Men of Hope exists to build strong men who stand firm in the faith. Through real relationships and fellowship environments, we help men grow in discipleship by learning from Jesus' teaching and life—living out what the proverb conveys of “iron sharpening iron.”

Women's Ministry

Women's Ministry

Women of Hope welcomes women of all ages and spiritual maturity. We are committed to prayer, Biblical teaching, and discipleship, so that the Word of God is applied to every area of our lives--our homes, our workplaces and our community.

Prayer Ministry

Prayer Ministry

Prayer Ministry is a place to seek God’s presence, intercede for others, and grow in the practice of prayer. Whether through scheduled gatherings, prayer chains, or one-on-one support, we unite in lifting up the needs of our church, community, and world—trusting in God’s power to heal, guide, and transform lives.

Marriage & Parenting

Marriage & Parenting

At Hope, we’re passionate about helping couples experience God’s grace in their marriage—whether they’re engaged, newly married, or seasoned in years. Through premarital counseling, marriage classes, and parenting support, we aim to strengthen families and reflect Christ’s love as Paul describes in Ephesians 5.

Local Outreach & Global Missions

Local Outreach & Global Missions

Local Outreach & Global Missions connects our church with God’s work beyond our walls—both in our own city and around the world. Through partnerships, mission trips, and community outreach, we share the hope of Christ, meet practical needs, and build relationships that reflect His love across cultures and borders.

Our History

A Family Who Loves God.

Fifty years ago, God called a young pastor named Ralph Moore and his wife Ruby to take over a vacant church building in Manhattan Beach. 

Hope Chapel was born. A few years later, that young church was full of new believers and its building was overflowing. In 1976, through a miraculous sequence of events, the growing congregation took ownership of an abandoned bowling alley overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Pacific Coast Highway. God recycled that derelict old building to establish a "light on the hill" in Hermosa Beach. 

Ralph was called to go, but Hope was called to grow. Zac Nazarian succeeded Ralph and, over the past forty-two years, thousands have been pointed to Jesus, many churches have been planted, and the rest is history.

rich legacy

50th Anniversary Documentary

Celebrate God's faithfulness with us by watching our 50th Anniversary Documentary, filmed & directed by Mark Jacobs, a powerful reflection of five decades of ministry, community, and transformed lives at Hope.