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LESSON IN LIFE THEME
 
Our first theme of the year is
"Be Kind…
Be Kind to others
Be that kind person that you want others to be to you!

The world needs more kindness. In the world today, it seems like we are seeing..
        More people be mean to each 
    More calling names   
    More attacks on social media
    More people hurting
    More people are lonely 
        More are depressed
    More are looking for a place to belong
     We cannot control how others people act, but we can control how we react. The first place to start is with yourself. There are many stories in the Bible where a person reacts in a positive way and also in a negative way.

    What "kind" of a person we want for a friend? What "kind" qualities are the ones we want people to be? If we want those qualities in others, what "kind" of qualities are we willing to give.
Lesson in Life in this theme:
        What are you looking for in a friend?
    Protecting who you are!
    What kind of person do you want to be?
    Be Part of The Hope!
    Kindness is contagious. PS, so is meanness!
    Let’s Make a Deal or The Price is Right!
          What curtain do we choose in life? There is something better behind the next curtain  
          What price should you pay for someone hurting you?               Forgiveness and Compassion
     Be That Person

BE KIND
SCRIPTURE FOCUS
Ephesians 4:32  
​ Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

About Us.

Mission Statement:
To inspire and empower all young people and those who nurture them to realize their full potential as responsible, productive, and engaged citizens by providing opportunities for our youth to grow spiritually, academically, and socially in a safe environment.

The Hope Center Creed:
"I am Loved. The very GOD who created the universe Loves me. And because He Loves, I can live a better life, treat people as I would want to be treated, and do all things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me."

The Hope Center building was purchased in 2006 by Tony Cooper.  There was a tremendous amount of work to do before the building could be opened to the public. It was nearly a two year process to search for funds to renovating the building. One barrier was the need to install a sprinkler system that was up to code, but over $41,000 was raised to not only install the sprinkler system, but also extinguish all other debt!  In September of 2008, the Hope Center was officially opened by Nichole Schmidt. Three children showed up at the grand opening.  However, since then, thousands of kids have come through the Hope Center, which also includes attending numerous field trips.  The Hope Center has just finished celebrating its 10th anniversary, and we hope to continue to allow God to work through us to reach the youth of our community for years to come!

History.

Contact Us.

Address:
16 West Maple Street
Willard, Ohio 44890
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 206
Willard, Ohio 44890
Phone/Fax:
​(419) 935 - 8900
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Email ​hcdirector@willardhopecenter.com
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 3:30 -6:00 pm

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