Relationships are the heart of our mission at Center of Hope, and our life coaches serve in key roles to help others find joy and success. This year marked 5 years for Larry serving as a life coach and meeting people in some of their most difficult moments in life. People walk through our doors Read More
When Vicki arrived for her first CareersNOW Construction class, she was not prepared for what she would experience. At 46 years old, she has spent most of her life working in restaurants or kitchens in various elderly care facilities. While attending the class, she obtained a job that pays $800 more per month than she ever Read More
Pressing on with Hope Asking for help was tough for Jerry. He had a steady job at a local grocery store, but from time to time, he had to come to the Center and asked for food and utility assistance. Recently, Jerry’s apartment complex caught on fire. He lost all of his belongings as well Read More
In March, we celebrated our 41st Jobs for Life class! The class coordinator, Erin McEndree, along with instructors, walked with the students through a 10-week class and were excited to see such growth in their students’ confidence, abilities and reliance on God. “Each class is so different. Students have unique needs and stories, but God Read More
Over 50 parents, children and grandparents gathered for our Family Serve Days on February 26th and 27th. Volunteers of all ages spent their time filling colorful Easter eggs packed with treats. They also prepared Easter bags with the story of Jesus, activity pages and a dozen candy-filled eggs. Our Churches and Businesses of Hope handed Read More
Our volunteer English teachers are always looking for new ways to help students practice and strengthen their English. One way students apply what they are learning is through reading the Word of God during their devotional time. At the request of our teachers, Center of Hope purchased dual-language Bibles in English and Spanish for students. Read More
“Rachel” walked into Center of Hope to request assistance. As she was talking with a volunteer, Rachel made it known that she could not hear well. Another volunteer was made aware of the concern and began to contact local resources with hopes of securing hearing aids. After researching and being informed the specific hearing aids Read More
“I can show my daughters I didn’t quit. I can be an example to them for their future.” After 14 years of a successful career in the oil industry, “Blake” was placed on furlough for 6 months due to Covid-19. When his neighbor, who had been impacted by Center of Hope’s education classes, approached him Read More
Bringing hope through a brighter and joy-filled smile! Kingdom Smiles is Center of Hope’s acute dental program partnering with area dentists and oral surgeons to assist our participants who are experiencing serious dental pain or other health issues related to dental concerns. Through our local partners and assistance from Center of Hope, participants are able Read More
Read below for a favorite memory at Center of Hope from our Adult Basic Education Coordinator, Pat Johnson!…“My favorite memory at Center of Hope is of the very first student I enrolled at the Center. She had just committed her life to Jesus. This student was living with her aunt and had daily devotions with her. Her dream Read More
