Rev. Vernon D. Shelton, Sr., Pastor
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Welcome to the house of hope, the church in the fork of the road, a historical building, located in the historical Ten Hills Community of Baltimore City right at the Baltimore County line. We are a church that experiences the magnificent power and presence of God, a place where hope is abundant.
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.
Wednesday Intercessory Prayer 6:00 a.m.
Wednesday Night Bible Class 7:00 p.m.
Saturday Small Group Bible Sessions 12 p.m.
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Our Mission
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The mission of The New Hope Christian Baptist Church is to glorify God, transform people to the likeness of Jesus, and reach kingdom excellence in every area of ministry. It is our aim to be a church that operates in excellence, strengthening families and communities with the saving and life changing Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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"Serve the Lord with gladness...". Psalms 100:2a
About Us
The History of The New Hope Christian
Baptist Church
God found favor and gave the vision of The New Hope Christian Church to the late Rev. Molester Hunter, Sr. Rev. Hunter along with his wife, the late Dorothy Hunter. After much prayer and preparation the New Hope Christian Baptist Church opened its doors on March 19, 1967 at 1901 W. Franklin Street. The charters members were Elizabeth Kelly, Vernon and Margaret Mitchell, Julia Bing, Elizabeth Watkins, Sterling and Lillie Walton, and George and Ernestine Day, and Sinclair and Christine Edmonds along with the children of these families.
The New Hope family grew at this location. It was here that the first Board of Deacons, Trustee Ministry, Music Ministry, Ushers Board, Sunday Schools and Wednesday Night Bible Class were established. The members of the church grew together in the knowledge of Jesus Christ through constant prayer and dedicated bible study. After receiving the news from the city that the current edifice was going to be razed to place a new highway, the New Hope family to moved to 3008 Oakley Avenue in 1972.
Oakley Avenue was a special place. The Rabbi who previously owned the building remarked to Rev. Hunter and the Deacons that, the Spirit of God was in that place and that they would always feel Gods presence. This statement proved to be very true. At this location everyone who came could feel the presence of God and the anointing that prevailed among Gods people. The church experienced enormous growth.
In March of 1982, the New Hope family moved to its current location, 520 North Chapel Gate Lane. The church is listed as a historical landmark in Baltimore City. Church growth continued and other ministries were established. In 1992 Rev. Hunters vision of a baptismal pool became reality when it was installed, dedicated, and the first baptism was held. Also, in 1992 six ministers were ordained. As a result one son, Rev. Alfred Wiggins is now the Pastor of Redeeming Love Baptist Church. On May 30, 1998, New Hopes first lady, Rev. Dorothy Hunter entered into eternally rest, leaving a legacy of music, missionary, and Word ministry.
Shortly afterwards Rev. Hunter begin to realize that it was time for him to slow down and enjoy the harvest of his labors. On January 28, 2001 Rev. Hunter elevated to Pastor Emeritus. Pastor Hunter entered into eternal rest on April 21, 2007. In February 2001 Rev. Timothy Tillman became the second pastor of New Hope. However, on June 15, 2004 Rev. Tillman resigned and established his own ministry. The New Hope family found themselves without a Pastor. But God had three men who would graciously step in and cover the church and guide them through the pulpit search. We will forever praise God for the Pastoral Covering of Pastors Elmore E. Warren, Jr., Russell Groves, and Edward Ferguson.
After months of searching and praying, God in His infinite wisdom directed the Pastoral Search Committee to recommend that the church accept an interim Pastor. On September 7, 2005, the New Hope family welcomed Rev. Vernon Shelton as Interim Pastor along with his beautiful wife Laprena and their family. In December of 2005 the members decided to accept Rev. Shelton as Acting Pastor. Rev. Shelton did an exemplary job of preaching and teaching and especially nurturing Gods people. On September 16, 2006 Rev. Shelton accepted Gods call to become the Pastor of the New Hope family and was installed as the third Pastor.
With Pastor Shelton came a renewed burst of joy and energy to go to a higher level in God. Under Pastor Sheltons guidance the church has experienced enormous growth. New ministries have been birthed such as the Greeters Ministry, Security Ministry, Women of Abundant Hope (WOAH) Ministry, House of Hope Outreach Ministry, Childrens Church, Youth and Young Adult Ministry (YAYA), Media Ministry, and Armor Bearers Ministry. Other ministries have been rejuvenated and continue to thrive such as The Deaconess Ministry, The Dance Ministry, and The Mime Ministry. The church has completed major projects such as restoration of the Baptismal pool, beautification and renovation of the Rev. Molester J. Hunter Fellowship Hall, installation of a brand new furnace, and more. Pastor Shelton has recently instituted The New Hope Discipleship Program, a two year course for those seeking to grow deeper in the Word of the Lord. We are a unified body of Christ where excellence is not the standard but the minimum.
God continues to do marvelous things in this branch of Zion and His Holy Spirit continues to reign supreme in this place. TO GOD BE ALL THE GLORY FOR THE GREAT THINGS HE HAS DONE!
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"The Spirit of the Lord is upon me because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor...". Luke 4:18a
Rev. Vernon Delano Shelton, Sr
Rev. Vernon Delano Shelton, Sr was born on April 24, 1975 in Baltimore, Maryland, and raised in the Park Heights Community. He attended Coppin State University where he earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and was a proud member of the Deans list. In May 2006 Rev. Shelton earned a Masters of Divinity Degree at The Samuel Dewitt Proctor School of Theology at Virginia Union University Seminary.
As a child, Rev. Shelton grew up in the Good Sheppard Baptist Church under the late Pastor Robert C. Hunt. On March 1, 2002 he preached his initial sermon at Jerusalem Baptist Church, under Pastor Maime Cooley. God has been enlarging his territory every since. He later joined The New Bethlehem Baptist Church where he was ordained under Pastor Anthony M. Chandler, Senior. At New Bethlehem he served as the Youth Pastor and the Youth and Young Adult Ministry grew spiritually and numerically.
On September 17, 2006 Rev. Shelton accepted Gods call to Pastor the New Hope Christian Baptist Church. His God-given ability to preach life-changing sermons has influenced many to accept Jesus Christ, especially young persons who are now making positive decisions and becoming productive members of the church and community. Since becoming Pastor he has guided the New Hope family in major restoration projects, strengthened current ministries, and established new ministries to accommodate todays ever progressing church.
Currently Pastor Shelton is a member of the Kingdom Association of Covenant Pastors under Bishop Walter Thomas, Sr. and an instructor for the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship where he instructs in hermeneutics, homiletics, and family ministries. Most importantly Pastor Shelton is a man with vision, one who loves God, his family, and Gods people. He is dedicated to living and proclaiming the glorious Gospel of Jesus Christ and teaches that in every aspect of life we must strive for excellence.
Rev. Shelton is a devoted husband to his wife Laprena and the dedicated, loving, and proud father of Terrance, Monique, Myriah, Ayona, and Vernon Jr.
Lady Shelton, Vernon Jr, and Pastor Shelton
Pastor and Lady Shelton
Pastor Shelton
"And whoever will be chief among you, let him be a servant". Matthew 20:27
New Hope Ministries
"For the Word of God is living and active...". Hebrew 4:12a
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Exodus 23:25
"You shall serve the Lord your God only; then I will bless you with food and with water, and I will take away sickness from among you.
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Church Address
520 N. Chapel Gate Lane
Baltimore, Maryland 21229
Tel: 410-947-9453
info_newhopecbc.org
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2 Corinthians 9:7
Each person [should give] just as he has planned in his heart, not with regret, not from compulsion. For God loves a joyful giver.
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