We are a small, strong congregation guided by the example of Jesus Christ, dedicated to feeding the hungry, while seeking long term solutions to hunger and its related effects.This ministry is organized around the three imperatives, offered by the prophet Micah, for the worship and work of the local faith community--"to do justice, and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God" (Micah 6:8). Hope Church is a mission oriented congregation that offers our members many opportunities to become actively involved in the congregation’s local and world missions. Ten percent of our annual budget is donated to mission and outreach programs.

Hope’s ongoing mission and outreach programs:

Hope's Members are Compassionate
HOPE IS FOOD, the motto on the blue T shirts Hopers wear, is a symbol of

Hope Presbyterian Church’s mission:  FEEDING THE HUNGRY.

Hope Wheaton is in the eighth year of a partnership with People’s Resource Center, Du Page County providing food to their clients on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. 

In addition, in partnership with our “sister” church, Hope Presbyterian Church, Chicago, we have helped in several Englewood, Chicago neighborhood feeding programs, including Easter and Thanksgiving.  

Hope members meet regularly to write letters to Congress, as a part of our Bread for the World campaign, to urge our legislators to enact programs to protect and provide food for the hungry and poor, worldwide.

People’s Resource Center (PRC)

Some history -- In July, 2008, the members of Hope Church formed a partnership with the People’s Resource Center in downtown Wheaton. We made a commitment to staff the Food Pantry every Wednesday evening from 6-8pm.

In addition to our weekly commitment to the PRC, we donate the proceeds from our Valentine Bake Sale and the Packey-Webb Car Show to the PRC. During the year we collect food items, personal care products, diapers, and books, which are all donated to the PRC. Each December we donate gifts to the PRC’s “Share the Spirit” program. If you are interested in joining us in this local mission effort, please call the church office to sign up. For more information: www.peoplesrc.org

Hope Presbyterian Church in Chicago

For 25 years, Hope Wheaton has enjoyed a partnership with Hope Chicago, an African-American congregation which is located in the Englewood neighborhood on Chicago’s south side.

Hope Wheaton travels to Hope Chicago four times a year to assist in Hope Chicago’s neighborhood feeding program. Each year, Hope Wheaton collects coats, hats and mittens which are distributed by Hope Chicago to residents of Englewood.

We have also exchanged pastors and choirs, participated in worship services at each location, and enjoyed fellowship events together. Each August, Hope Chicago travels to Hope Wheaton for our joint annual picnic and softball game. Over the years members of Hope Wheaton have formed life-long friendships with members of Hope Chicago.

La Fernanda Church, Havana, Cuba

In 2012 and 2014, several members of Hope visited Presbyterian Churches in Cuba, 8 in the Havana Presbytery.  A partnership was formed with a small church in Havana, La Fernanda Presbyterian Church.  Hope Wheaton prays for their members and the surrounding community and further supports their mission and ministry with funds and goods gathered for the community La Fernanda serves.

Bread for the World

The Bread for the World Institute seeks justice for hungry people around the world by engaging in research and education on policies related to hunger and development.

Each year members of Hope write individual, personal letters to the President, their Representatives and their Senators, urging action to address hunger in the United States and worldwide. This past year the letter writing program supported the Earned Income Tax Credit legislation as a significant means of helping low-income workers move out of poverty and help them meet basic expenses. The measure was adopted and now is law. For more information: www.bread.org

Hope in Action at Home and Abroad

South Dakota

Blankets, hats and mittens were sent to the Rosebud Indian Reservation.

Central and South America

Members of Hope purchase fair trade coffee and tea, promoting sustainable agriculture for farmers.

Haiti

In response to the devastating earthquake, Hope’s members donated basic hygiene supplies, and Hope’s children assembled hygiene kits which were sent to Haiti.

Uganda, Africa

Hope’s Youth Group collected shoes and flip-flops and sent them to Uganda to help combat infection and disease which result from walking barefoot.

These local non-profit organizations receive financial assistance from Hope Church

Central DuPage Pastoral Counseling Center

The Central DuPage Pastoral Counseling Center provides a unique counseling service to Wheaton/Glen Ellyn and surrounding areas. Organized and supported by over 20 local churches, the Center provides counseling opportunities within the Christian framework. They offer therapeutic services for depression, addictions, stress, marital/divorce difficulties, and family mediation. For more information: www.cdpcc.org

Churches United for Hardship Assistance (CUHA)

Churches United for Hardship Assistance (CUHA) is an organization made up of member churches within the Wheaton area to provide assistance to individuals and families who visit churches looking for help. People referred to CUHA are assigned a personal case worker at Wheaton Youth Outreach. Needs are assessed and resources are found through various community agencies.

Outreach Community Ministries (OCM)

Outreach Community Ministries strives to put Christian faith into responsible action by calling local churches into partnership for the benefit of local people in need. Shelter care, counseling, crisis intervention services, community development, education, tutoring, mentoring, after-school programs, and youth clubs are available. For more information: www.outreachcommunityministries.com

Public Action to Deliver Shelter (P.A.D.S.)

DuPage P.A.D.S. provides safe and hospitable shelter, support services, and advocacy for homeless people in collaboration with religious and community groups in DuPage County. For more information: www.dupagepads.org