For years, Mary, also known to everyone as “Queen Mary”, was more than a guest to many at Center of Hope. She had her own table in the dining room, where friends naturally gathered around her. Birthdays were celebrated there, not just hers but those of the people she cared about. When someone was struggling, Read More
In her 50s, Lavone chased a dream that many thought was out of reach. Lavone first walked through the doors of Springtown Center of Hope looking for groceries. What she found was a place of hope, healing, and opportunity. Growing up in Grand Prairie, Lavone’s childhood was marked by abuse and instability. She dropped out Read More
This year’s theme for Camp Hope was “Our faith can move mountains” (Matthew 17:20). One part of the curriculum involved working together on a craft project. The campers created something truly meaningful – a neighborhood library. The wooden bookcase is covered with the painted handprints of the campers, and community members will keep it stocked Read More
Londyn grew up in an environment of abuse where she struggled to find her self-worth. At just 15, her father was incarcerated, and her mother was too ill to care for her. Forced to grow up far too soon, she moved in with a friend for shelter and support. At 16, Londyn discovered she was Read More
At Center of Hope, we are often reminded that God’s timing is always perfect—and last month, we witnessed it in a powerful way. Monica, a participant, is a single mother working towards her GED and U.S. citizenship. Her journey is filled with challenges, especially as she cares for her junior high son, who is on Read More
When retired pastor Van N. Houser first spoke with Center of Hope’s CEO, Staci Markwardt, about the idea of launching a volunteer chaplain program, her response was enthusiastic—and the spark of a new ministry was lit. Van and fellow North Side Baptist Church retiree Burton Cook soon reached out to other retired ministers, gathering those Read More
Laura had always been a caregiver. Since becoming a single mother at 18, she dedicated herself to raising her child while balancing work and pursuing an education at Weatherford College. However, without a strong support system, her dreams took a backseat to her family’s immediate needs. She entered an unhealthy relationship that controlled her life, Read More
In 2019, Ginger found herself without a home, often sleeping in open fields as she struggled to survive each day. Survival was her daily struggle, and addiction had taken hold of her life. At first, Ginger came to Center of Hope for a meal and a break from the Texas heat. But what she found Read More
When John walked through the doors of Center of Hope last September, he wasn’t just looking for help with a utility bill or groceries—he was fighting for his life. At 55, John was battling stage four renal failure, a disease that forced him into dialysis three times a week in Fort Worth. The treatments made Read More
Jeff and Amy have been familiar faces at Center of Hope since 2022. Both have overcome significant life challenges: Jeff has lived with disabilities and lost his father at a young age, while Amy’s battle with cancer resulted in a brain hemorrhage and partial blindness. After a stroke rendered her unable to work, she struggled Read More
