Hope Rising Church is slated to launch Jan. 28 at Keith Elementary School, 20550 Fairfield Green Circle, Cypress, with services beginning at 10 a.m. To celebrate the kickoff, an after party will include free lunch, bounce houses and activities for children.  Led by Pastor Welby Pierce, the church’s goals include building a thriving local service that provides young and active families with a closer relationship to God. The church will also offer a children’s ministry for children from infancy through fifth grade. 281-826-1434. www.myhoperising.co