We found 1 more Evangelical Presbyterian church near Memphis
Who we are
It all began in 1988 when Craig Strickland, a pastor at Second Presbyterian Church, felt the call to plant a church “out east” in the suburbs of Memphis – little did he know the plans God had for a little place called Hope! Along with 25 other charter members, Craig began Hope in the living room of a Germantown home in September of 1988. Nine months after Hope’s conception, Eli Morris came to Hope bringing a strong passion and big heart for inner city missions. Still to this day, Hope’s Urban Ministry is thriving in the North Memphis communities with many opportunities of offering a better life for the families we work with. From that Germantown living room, Hope moved to rented space at Shelby Place Restaurant (currently The Butcher Shop), then to Evangelical Christian School’s gymnasium where they spent the next seven years.
In 1992, Hope purchased their first piece of land, 22 acres, at 8500 Walnut Grove Road in Cordova and moved into their first permanent worship space, which is now home to Hope’s Student Ministry. Since that day in January 1996, Hope’s continued growth over the next 10 years made way for multiple building expansions to accommodate our children’s, recreation and kitchen ministries, and a recording studio, just to name a few. Now providing over 30 different ministries, serving thousands of people from Memphis to the Bronx to Belize, Hope Church has expanded beyond the wildest dreams from a meager upstart over 25 years ago.
Craig and Eli’s prayers were met when Rev. Rufus Smith agreed to leave his hometown of Houston, Texas, to join the preaching/teaching team in 2010. Over the next three years, Craig, Eli and Rufus worked through a transition of positions. Hope celebrated 25 years in September 2013, and in November, Rufus was voted in to take the position of Senior Pastor. Craig moved to Founding Pastor role, where he still maintains an active and visible position within our leadership. No one fills the Senior Associate Pastor shoes better than Eli, and this is truly where God has continued to call him to serve.
The next chapter for Hope is in the continued writing of all of our stories. It is still a place that accepts us where we are, as we are and provides a meaningful and significant worship experience that is not left at the door when you head to your car in the parking lot. It is an experience that continues to have application in everyday life with everyday issues, with struggles as well as celebrations. There is something here for everyone, from cradle to grave. Through our four "pillars" of Community, Worship, Service and Generosity - Hope’s mission is to engage our un-churched neighbors of every age and ethnicity to experience Jesus.
We hope you join us for a service, a class, a Bible study, a soccer game, or a Wednesday night dinner!
In 1992, Hope purchased their first piece of land, 22 acres, at 8500 Walnut Grove Road in Cordova and moved into their first permanent worship space, which is now home to Hope’s Student Ministry. Since that day in January 1996, Hope’s continued growth over the next 10 years made way for multiple building expansions to accommodate our children’s, recreation and kitchen ministries, and a recording studio, just to name a few. Now providing over 30 different ministries, serving thousands of people from Memphis to the Bronx to Belize, Hope Church has expanded beyond the wildest dreams from a meager upstart over 25 years ago.
The next chapter for Hope is in the continued writing of all of our stories. It is still a place that accepts us where we are, as we are and provides a meaningful and significant worship experience that is not left at the door when you head to your car in the parking lot. It is an experience that continues to have application in everyday life with everyday issues, with struggles as well as celebrations. There is something here for everyone, from cradle to grave. Through our four "pillars" of Community, Worship, Service and Generosity - Hope’s mission is to engage our un-churched neighbors of every age and ethnicity to experience Jesus.
Church Address
Church Pastor
Rufus Smith
Senior Pastor
8500 Walnut Grove Road
Cordova
Memphis,
TN
38018
Cordova
United States
Phone: 901-755-7721
Download Senior Pastor Rufus Smith vCard
Click here to contact Rufus Smith
Denomination
Evangelical Presbyterian Church
Evangelical Presbyterian Churches in Memphis, TN
Evangelical Presbyterian Churches in Tennessee
Evangelical Presbyterian Churches in United States
Evangelical Presbyterian Churches near me
All churches in Memphis, TN
Affiliations
Church Website
Hope Church on Social Media
Leadership
Leader Name:
Rufus Smith
Leader Position:
Senior Pastor
Formal Title:
Leader Address:
Phone:
Fax:
Leader Email:
Click here to contact Rufus Smith
Leader Bio:
Rufus Smith on Social Media:
Other Church Leaders:
Leadership Photos
Add a Photo
Administration
Admin Name:
Robin Davis
Admin Position:
Administrator
Admin Address:
Phone:
Fax:
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Robin Davis
Mailing Address
Driving Directions
Travel/Direction Tips
Know how to get there? Share the knowledge with others!
Parking
Please share parking information and/or parking experience!
Hope Church Service Times
Service & Times
We'd love to see you this weekend! Our services and times are:
Weekend worship
Saturdays: 5:30 pm
Sundays: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:15 am
The Stirring: Sundays: 5:30 pm
Kids activities are available at all services
It's been more than 8 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
We'd love to see you this weekend! Our services and times are:
Weekend worship
Saturdays: 5:30 pm
Sundays: 8:00, 9:30 & 11:15 am
The Stirring: Sundays: 5:30 pm
Kids activities are available at all services
It's been more than 8 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
PRINT
ZOOM
ICAL
SUBSCRIBE
Worship Languages
Dress Code
Sunday School / Children and Youth Activities
Under 12s:
Under 18s:
Local outreach & community activities
Other activities & ministries
Special Needs/Accessibility
Prayers and Hymns
Main Bible:
Hymns and Songs:
Other information
Average Adult Congregation:
Average Youth Congregation:
Additional Info:
Hope Church Memphis Photos
Hope Church - Memphis, Tennessee
Christmas at Hope
Hope Singles Ministry
Hope Sunday service
Hope for Kids
Add a photo
Hope Church History
Hope Church Historical Photos
Add a historical photo
You are...
You are the shade in the heat, You are shelter in the cold, You are eyes to the blind, You are a staff to the pilgrim, You are an island in the sea, You are a stronghold upon land, You are healing to the sick. You are the luck of every joy, You are the light of the sun's beam, You are the door of lordly welcome, You are the pole star of guidance, You are the step of the roe of the height, You are the step of the white-faced mare, You are the grace of the swimming swan, You are the jewel in each mystery.
Hope Church listing was last updated on the 17th of November, 2016
