MISSION & VISION
How we sow Hope
OUR VISION
Our Vision at Hope St Pete is to pursue Jesus, thrive in community, and impact the generations.
OUR MISSION
Hope St Pete exists to help others unlock the Hope found in the ways, the truth, and the life of Jesus.
OUR Values
HOW WE SOW HOPE
At Hope St. Pete, our values are not just words on a page—they are the heartbeat of our community. Centered on Christ, we embody integrity and transparency, sharing the gospel with clarity and compassion. We strive to foster genuine connections, rooted in the presence of God, building a community that reflects His love and fellowship. Together, we journey towards wholeness, serving our city and beyond with purpose and grace.
Join us as we live out these values, making a meaningful impact in our world.
WE ARE AMBASSADORS OF CHRIST
Our love, leadership, and service to our church and community are deeply rooted in the way, the truth, and the life of Jesus Christ as revealed in the scriptures.
“Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” 2 Corinthians 5:20 ESV
WE ARE CONVEYORS OF CLARITY
At Hope St. Pete, we are guided by integrity and transparency. This leads us to share the gospel, make disciples, and serve our community with intentionality, authenticity, and clarity.
“For at one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true), and try to discern what is pleasing to the Lord.” Ephesians 5:8-10 ESV
WE ARE FACILITATORS OF CONNECTION
At Hope St. Pete, we are dedicated to building the Kingdom and a Christ-Centered community, not a crowd. In everything we do, from our experiences to our language and actions, we intentionally create space for genuine connection others and with the Holy Spirit.
“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalm 16:11 ESV
WE ARE VESSELS OF COMPASSION
At Hope St. Pete, compassion drives us to love others well and engage with our neighbors and our city in the ways of Jesus. Guided by compassion, we foster community growth at the pace of peace—strategically and authentically.
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12
WE ARE BUILDERS OF COMMUNITY
Hope St. Pete is deeply rooted in the heart of the sunshine city and we are dedicated to serving it. Our outreach and missions, both local and global, always start right here in our community, sowing seeds of hope and connection.
“And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed were together and had all things in common.” Acts 2:42-47 ESV