Open Mondays and Thursdays from 3-6 pm
*If there is no school, then there is no Hope Center (holidays, snow days, etc.)
*If there is no school, then there is no Hope Center (holidays, snow days, etc.)
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Tickets: www.itickets.com/events/442061
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We're excited to announce that "I Am They" will be coming to Willard with their "Thankful for the Scars" tour, with special guest John Tibbs! Join us at the Willard Christian Alliance Church on Friday, 4/03/20 for an amazing event!
IAT will be performing a mix of their biggest hits, including "Scars," "My Feet are on the Rock," "No Longer Slaves," "From the Day" and many more! Join us for an awesome evening of worship! Don't miss this special event! Seating is general admission ($15) with a very limited number of VIP tickets ($35) allowing for pre-show coffee and tea with the band! Ticket prices increase to $20 the day of the show, though tickets are expected to sell out before then. Reserve yours today! Tickets: www.itickets.com/events/442061 I AM THEY made its national debut in January 2015 with their self-titled album on Essential Records. The band’s five-piece, pop-acoustic-worship sound is anchored by three-part vocal harmonies. The group, made up of Abbie Parker (vocals/harmonium), Jon McConnell (vocals/guitar/keys), Matt Hein (vocals/guitar/mandolin), Justin Shinn (keys/banjo) and Sara Palmer (drums) represent I AM THEY – inspired by John 17. “In that chapter,” shares Sara Palmer, “Jesus is praying for his disciples and refers to them as ‘they.’ He’s praying and saying things like, ‘Sanctify them. Make them holy. They are not of the world because I am not of the world.’ He’s really interceding for his disciples. We are disciples of Christ and being disciples is just as important today as it was back then. We’re still here for the same purpose on the same mission with the same calling, bringing people to the Lord and spreading the news of the Gospel to people. We really wanted to incorporate that into our mission as a band, saying that anybody who is a believer in Christ is a ‘They.’ They are a disciple as well so we can stand together in that and really bring people into the ‘I AM THEY’ family because we are all family in Christ.” The band’s new single “Crown Him” is a song of surrender. “Sometimes we lose sight of the eternal purposes our lives carry,” shares Jon McConnell, lead vocalist on the song. “We can get so worried about our own agendas and building a kingdom for ourselves that we forget that it’s really not about us or our kingdoms at all.” Matthew 6:33 says, ‘But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.’ Jesus wants us to come to Him before anything; to surrender and make Him king of our lives and He will always have our back. As people hear this song, we pray that they would be reminded that whatever it is we pour our lives into, it is meant to magnify and glorify God and crown Him as king over everything; our struggles, our burdens, our victories – even the songs we sing. May we live daily in His victory and for His glory. |
About Us.
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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. |
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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."
"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."
History.
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!
Contact Us. |
Address:
16 West Maple Street
Willard, Ohio 44890
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 206
Willard, Ohio 44890
Phone/Fax:
(419) 935 - 8900
Email
info@willardhopeceter.com
Office Hours:
Monday, Thursday 3-6 pm
16 West Maple Street
Willard, Ohio 44890
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 206
Willard, Ohio 44890
Phone/Fax:
(419) 935 - 8900
info@willardhopeceter.com
Office Hours:
Monday, Thursday 3-6 pm