Where Friendships,
Fellowship & Faith
Come Together
A Christian Community Hub
Every cup served, every Bible given, every conversation shared — it all flows from
one mission: to point people to Jesus.
While our building may
look like a cozy coffee shop,
it’s so much more
than that.
The coffee shop is one piece of a much bigger puzzle — a place to belong.
A welcoming space where anyone can walk in, feel at home, and encounter the love of Christ, sometimes before they even
recognize it.
Beyond the coffee shop, ministry happens in many ways.
We provide Bibles, thoughtfully selected Christian books, and faith-building resources — some available at no cost, others offered for purchase to help sustain the ministry — all chosen with the purpose of pointing people to Jesus.
We also host Bible studies, workshops, worship gatherings, and community events designed to equip, encourage, and edify.
Founder,
Michelle Rogers
"If not me then who?...
But are you sure Lord
... me?"
Before the HOPE Centre ever opened its doors, one question had been echoing in my mind: “If not me, then who?”
I had been part of a challenging situation that had brought light to a shocking reality: in our town, there was a place to buy potions to cast spells—but nowhere to buy a Bible.
That reality sparked something in me.
The phrase "If not me, then who?" kept playing over in my head. If I could see there was a problem, should I not be the one to do something about that problem?
So, I got an idea, (or should I say God gave me an idea) to open up a coffee shop/Christian bookstore and change that reality.
And I pleaded with God; "Lord, if this isn't of you, I trust You will close the doors I try to open."
And truthfully, I wrestled with this idea. I found it overwhelming and a bit puzzling; I don't drink coffee, I wasn't much of a reader, and I was already running a company full-time.
But, instead of the doors closing, they kept opening.
And here we are, almost two years later and the HOPE Centre is thriving!
Isn't God good?
