Our Mission & Vision

Our Pastor

Called to the ministry in 2003, licensed as a Local Preacher in 2004, and Local Elder in 2015, Pastor Bailey-Emeh holds a Bachelor of Arts in Religion from Luther Rice College & Seminary. She carries a genuine love for God’s Word and a passion for helping people experience its power in real life — teaching with clarity, grace, and heart.

Rev. Karimah M. Bailey-Emeh, B. A. Religion

Our Team

At New Hope Ministries, leadership is about service. Our team leads with integrity, compassion, and a shared commitment to seeing lives transformed by the power of God’s Word.

Min. Dionne Cockheran

Wellness ministry

Minister Dionne oversees the Wellness Ministry, promoting spiritual, emotional, and physical wholeness within the church and community. Her heart for healing and holistic care reflects New Hope’s mission to nurture the whole person — body, mind, and spirit.

Sis. Allyson Vienna

Youth Ministry

Sister Allyson leads with energy, creativity, and compassion, guiding our youth to know Christ and discover their purpose. Her passion for mentorship helps young people grow in faith while staying grounded in who God created them to be.

Our Beliefs

At New Hope Ministries, we stand firmly on the foundation of God’s Word and the saving grace of Jesus Christ. As part of the historic CME Church, we embrace the rich Wesleyan tradition of faith, love, and service. Our beliefs are rooted in Scripture, guided by the Holy Spirit, and expressed through lives that reflect God’s transforming power.

God

We believe in one God — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer of all things. God is love, and everything we do flows from that love.

The Bible

We believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the inspired Word of God and the final authority in all matters of faith and practice. The Word reveals God’s truth and calls us to live it daily.

The Church

We believe the Church is the body of Christ — a community of believers called to worship, fellowship, and serve. As part of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, we are connectional: united in purpose, diverse in expression, and committed to spreading the Gospel throughout the world.

Christian Living

We believe faith should be lived out daily through prayer, study, service, and compassion. We are called to love our neighbors, seek justice, and walk humbly with God. Our mission is to reflect Christ in the world and bring hope wherever it’s needed most.

Salvation

We believe salvation is a gift of God’s grace, received through faith in Jesus Christ. It is not earned by works but evidenced by a transformed life that bears fruit in love, service, and obedience.

The Sacraments

We recognize two sacraments ordained by Christ — Baptism and the Lord’s Supper — outward signs of God’s inward grace. Through these, we celebrate our new life in Christ and our unity as His people.

The Holy Spirit

We believe the Holy Spirit is the active presence of God, empowering believers to live holy and faithful lives. The Spirit convicts, comforts, guides, and equips us for ministry and service.

Jesus Christ

We believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God, fully divine and fully human. Through His life, death, and resurrection, He offers salvation and new life to all who believe. Jesus is Lord of the Church and Savior of the world.

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