Chapter History
In 1926, despite opposition, the founders of Grace and Hope Mission opened up a branch of GHM in Norfolk, Virginia. The first building was located at 602 E. Main Street where it served as a lighthouse to many sailors for over thirty years.
Their faith was severely tested during those first years. But God blessed us and, in 1929, the building at 602 E. Main Street was dedicated. For thirty-five years the mission stood as a lighthouse in that part of Norfolk. In 1961, when the city redeveloped the area, 1206 Granby Street became the new location for Grace and Hope Mission.
In 1970, prayer and progress, would lead us to a vacant lot at 2800 Lafayette Boulevard! On this property the Grace and Hope Mission was built.
Our first and primary goal is, and always, is, to preach and teach the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. We do this in tract form in our street meetings, in our regular scheduled meetings, and in visitation of the sick and the elderly in private homes, hospitals and nursing homes. The children and young people accompany us to a neighbor nursing home and they enjoy singing to the residents - And, the residents are thrilled with the visits of this younger, enthusiastic generation.
A major part of our ministry is to assist the needy in our community with food and clothing. The Bonner Foundation has helped us with grants to feed the hungry. Because we have membership in the Southeastern Virginia Food Bank, we are enabled to provide more food for more people. Clothing has been provided for us through Operation Blessing. This organization has helped us with food supplies and clothing for the community.
We schedule weekly programs for adults, young and children throughout the week.
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Grace and Hope Mission Inc.
2800 Lafayette Blvd.
Norfolk, VA 23509-2540
Sunday School, 11 a.m.
Ladies Bible Class and
Prayer meeting, Tuesday at 7 p.m.
Bible club, Wednesday - 6:30 p.m.
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Reports NORFOLK, VIRGINIA
2800 Lafayette Boulevard
Barbara Luzzi, Superintendent At this writing it is December Ist':We arelooking forward to all the opportunities given to us to help the less fortunate among us. In November we sent shoe boxes of toys. socks, etc., to Samaritan's Purse who then distributes them in many countries to children who otherwise would receive nothing for Christmas. Who also sent funds to an organization that drills water wells. We also send support every month to a missionary working with Mercy Ships .. Also in November-we gave rnanyfarnilies a turkey with all the trimmings and we will be doing the same for Christmas. We also distribute food to the needy every month. In December the children that we minister to look forward to presenting a musical and they of course look forward to their Christmas party and gifts. The residents ina local nursing home where we minister every week look forward to their "weekly treats" and of course something special for Christmas. In all of these activities the main thing is that the gospel is shared..The gospel is the good news that God loves us. He carne to be our Saviour if we want Him to be.Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth and the life. No man cometh unto the Father but by me." John 14:6.Dear reader. is He your Saviour? As you read this report we will be starting a new year- just continuing to serve our Lordl We aim to be faithful in all that we do for His glory. Our thanks to OUr parishioners and ourreaders who make our ministry possible. God bless you and Happy New Year!
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