About Us
Get to know the heart behind New Hope Fellowship Church.
How It All Started
New Hope Fellowship Church was founded in 1985 when a small group of families began gathering for a weekly Bible study in a living room. What started as twelve people sharing a meal and opening Scripture together quickly grew into something none of them expected. Within a year, the group had outgrown the living room and moved into a rented storefront on the east side of town.
Over four decades, we have grown from that humble beginning into a thriving congregation of over 800 members. Through every season of growth, our heart has remained the same: to be a place where anyone can belong, believe, and become who God created them to be. We are a multi-generational church that values authentic worship, biblical teaching, and genuine community. Whether you have walked with Jesus for decades or are just beginning to explore faith, there is a place for you here.
What We Believe
Scripture
We believe the Bible is the inspired, authoritative Word of God, our guide for faith and life.
God
We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Jesus Christ
We believe in Jesus Christ, fully God and fully man, who lived, died, and rose again for our salvation.
Salvation
We believe salvation is a gift of grace through faith in Jesus Christ, not earned by works.
The Church
We believe the church is the body of Christ, called to worship, grow, and serve together.
Eternity
We believe in the return of Christ and the promise of eternal life for all who trust in Him.
Meet Our Staff
The dedicated people who serve and lead our church family.
David Mitchell
Lead Pastor
Pastor David has led New Hope Fellowship Church for over 15 years. A graduate of Calvin Theological Seminary, he is passionate about making the Bible accessible and relevant. David and his wife Rachel have three children and enjoy hiking Michigan's trails.
Sarah Chen
Worship Director
Sarah brings over a decade of worship leadership experience. She holds a degree in Music Ministry from Cornerstone University and leads our worship team with creativity and heart. When not at church, she teaches private piano lessons.
Marcus Williams
Youth Pastor
Marcus joined New Hope Fellowship in 2019 with a vision to build a youth ministry where every teenager feels seen and valued. He loves basketball, terrible puns, and watching students discover their faith.
Emily Rodriguez
Children's Director
Emily's infectious energy and love for kids make Sunday mornings an adventure. With a background in early childhood education, she creates engaging, age-appropriate lessons that plant seeds of faith in young hearts.
James Okafor
Missions Director
James coordinates our local and global outreach efforts. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, he brings a global perspective to missions. James oversees our partnerships with 12 organizations across 6 countries.