Lead pastor:
Matthew Hartsfield

Matthew Hartsfield has been the lead pastor of Bay Hope Church for the last 29 years. He is passionate about leading the church towards making 30,000 disciples for Jesus Christ by 2030. He received his undergraduate degree from Nova Southeastern University and his Master of Divinity from Emory University. He and his wife, Maisie, have two daughters and two granddaughters.

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What we Believe

About God

God is the creator and ruler of the universe. There is one God, eternally existing in three co-equal persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

About Humanity

Humans are created in the spiritual image of God, to be like God in character. We are created to be in relationship with God, but we are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God, called sin. This attitude separates humans from the relationship with God that we were intended to enjoy.

About Salvation

The only way to restore our relationship with God is by accepting Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. Jesus Christ, the second person of the Trinity, lived a sinless life on earth and voluntarily paid for our sin by dying on the cross to take our punishment. He rose from the dead and will return to earth to rule forever. We will exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally united with God by personally choosing to trust in the free gift of God's grace offered through Jesus Christ. God's saving grace — not our human effort — is the way to a Christ-filled eternity.

About The Holy Spirit & The Church

The Holy Spirit, the third person of the Trinity, draws sinners to Christ and equips and gifts believers for personal growth and service in the Church and in the world. The Church is the community of believers who have made Jesus Christ their Lord and Savior. Through fellowship with the Holy Spirit, the Church's role is to bring people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and serve the needs of a hurting world under the Spirit's leadership and power.

About The Bible

The Bible is God's eternal Word to humanity. It was written by human authors under the supernatural inspiration of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth and the sole basis of our beliefs. It is the authoritative rule and guide for our lives forever.

FAQ'S

When Are Your Services?

Our services at our Lakeshore, Westchase, and Global Online campuses start at 9:30am and 11am, and usually run for about one hour. Want to stream our live services? You can do so by clicking here!

What Should I Wear?

We’re pretty casual around here! Most people wear “business casual” clothing - so jeans and a nice shirt is pretty standard.

Is There Childcare?

Yes! We offer high-energy kids programming for ages birth through 5th. Find out more about our awesome Kids Ministry by clicking here for more info.

Do You Have A Special Needs Ministry?

Yes! We love our kids and adults with special needs, and offer classes just for them on Sundays at our Lakeshore campus during our 9:30am service. Find out more information about our amazing Special Needs ministry by clicking here!

How Do I Get Connected?

Every Sunday, our Guest Services team would love to help you get plugged in here at Bay Hope! Just head over to our Next Steps table in the lobby, and we’ll point you in the right direction. In the meantime, if you’d like to find out more information about how to get connected, click here!

Where Can I Get Caffeinated?

Our Lakeshore and Westchase campuses proudly serve Tampa’s own locally roasted Elevation Coffee! Proceeds from our coffee house go directly to our local and global mission partners. Check out our menu & find out more information by here!

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Our Beliefs

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Our beliefs

Our Pastor

Sundays

Lead pastor:Matthew Hartsfield

What we Believe

Bay hope values

FAQ'S

Bay Hope's 3m Vision

meet our
pastor

find hope
near you

Lead pastor:
Matthew Hartsfield