Blessed Hope Baptist Church
The men and women who serve this church family.
Pastoral Leadership
Senior Pastor
Pastor Josh came to Blessed Hope in 2024, sent and supported by New Heights Baptist Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He preaches the Word of God every Sunday and teaches in the Next Up Sunday School class alongside Cody Sumeriski. His desire is simple: to be faithful to the Scripture and useful to the Lord in Genesee County.
Kara serves alongside him in the work of the ministry. She plays piano for the congregation, organizes the nursery schedule, and gives herself to the daily needs of the church family. Together they have three children, Elianna, Vincenzo, and Toby.
Sunday School Ministry
These men and women give their time every Sunday morning to teach the Word of God. We are grateful for each one of them.
Sunday School Administrator
Sunday School Administrator & Faith in Focus Co-Teacher
Phil coordinates our Sunday School program and co-teaches the Faith in Focus adult class alongside Nathaniel Lake. He and Diane have been a quiet and consistent part of this church family for years.
Class Teachers
Bright Beginnings Teacher
Ages 2 – Pre-K
Lori teaches our youngest children every Sunday morning, introducing them to the Word of God with patience and care.
Truth Chasers Teacher
1st – 6th Grade
Paul teaches the Truth Chasers class each Sunday, bringing the Word of God to elementary-age students in a way they can understand and apply.
Next Up Teacher
7th – 12th Grade
Cody co-teaches the Next Up class alongside Pastor Josh every Sunday morning, giving his time to the teenagers of Blessed Hope.
Faith in Focus Co-Teacher
College – Adulthood
Nathaniel co-teaches the Faith in Focus adult class alongside Phillip Floyd and also plays piano for the congregation. His wife Abby serves the music ministry by formatting and organizing the special music for the congregation.
Support Ministry
Every Sunday there are people working behind the scenes to keep the ministry running so that nothing gets in the way of the gospel going forward. We are thankful for each one of them.
Church Facilities & Maintenance
Charles is our go-to guy for keeping the facility running. Whether it is a repair, a setup, or whatever needs doing, Charles handles it faithfully. His wife Alexa serves as Church Treasurer, overseeing the financial stewardship of the ministry.
Graphic Designer & Media Director
Elijah handles the graphic design, print, and digital media work for the church. He is grateful to serve the ministry in whatever capacity the Lord allows.
We are always looking for faithful people to serve. If you have a heart to contribute to the ministry of Blessed Hope, we would love to talk with you.
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