Welcome!
Hope Movement Ministries
“Taking the church to the streets, and bringing the streets to the church.”
Our Purpose is God’s Command
John 13:34-35 - New King James Version
34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.
35 By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.”
Who We Are
Our Story
In 2018, the Lord opened the door for James E. Austin to serve as an urban missionary for House of Hope Chapel (formerly known as House of Hope Church) in Lynn, MA, under the leadership of Pastor Claire Sullivan. The House of Hope Chapel had a unique congregation, primarily consisting of individuals who were involved with gangs or had affiliations with them, as well as youth and adults who had been incarcerated. The congregation included people currently in recovery, others who were far away from the recovery journey, those who were homeless, individuals suffering from domestic abuse, and others facing various life challenges, including involvement with the Department of Children and Families (DCF).
Our Mission
To love God through worship and devotion (Matthew 22:37), and to love His people (John 13:34) by building meaningful relationships, serving those in need, and sharing the Hope of Jesus Christ (Luke 10:8-9).
Matthew 22:37 - 37 Jesus said to him, “‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’
John 13:34 - 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.
Luke 10:8-9 - 8 Whatever city you enter, and they receive your, eat such things as are set before you. 9 And heal the sick there, and say to them, ‘The kingdom of God has come near to you.’
Our Vision
We envision a world where every person facing personal hardship or systemic marginalization is uplifted and transformed by the hope, faith, and love of Jesus Christ—empowered to discover purpose, belonging, and a renewed future.
Our Values
1. Devotion to God:
Wholehearted love and worship of God, putting Him first in all aspects of life (Matthew 22:37).
2. Authentic Relationships:
Building genuine, meaningful connections with others, rooted in Christlike love (John 13:34).
3. Compassionate Service:
Actively serving and caring for those in need, demonstrating love through tangible actions (Luke 10:8-9).
4. Hospitality & Acceptance:
Welcoming others with openness and grace, embracing diversity and showing kindness (Luke 10:8).
5. Hope-Sharing:
Boldly sharing the message and hope of Jesus Christ, bringing encouragement and healing to others (Luke 10:9).
Meet the Team
James E. Austin
Executive Director
Co-Founder
President
Verona Austin
Assistant Director
Co-Founder
V. President
Aaron Rios
Board Member
Pastor
Garden City Church
What We Do
OUTREACH
Hope Dealer
Hope Dealer Ministry is the outreach arm of Hope Movement Ministries, designed to take the church beyond its walls and into the places where people need the Hope, Faith, and Love of Jesus Christ most.
Our mission is simple “Love God and love His people,” and we demonstrate this love by leaving the comfort of the church building and “Taking the “church” to the streets…” We meet people right where they are, whether in their homes, on a street corner, in jail, recovery homes, group homes, nursing homes, hospitals, or any space where someone needs encouragement, prayer, or connection. Hope Dealers bring the message of Jesus with compassion, humility, and presence.
Not only do we “Go,” we seek to partner with local churches to equip and disciple believers to confidently engage in street ministry and community outreach. Through training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience, we help church members step into their calling to serve their neighbors, much like the models used by Straight Ahead Ministries, YWAM, and TechMission.
Our goal is to build a movement of Hope Dealers who carry light into dark places and remind people that they are seen, valued, and loved.
Matthew 28:16-20
Leave the comfort of the church
Outreach to the community
Equipping church members
Inreach
Hope House
(Men In Transition) M.I.T
Independent Living Facility
Re-Entry/Recovery
Hope House (Men In Transition - M.I.T) is a transitional discipleship program dedicated to walking with Men who have been incarcerated, are being released from jail, are marginalized, are living through personal hardship, are underserved by other support systems, and are recovering from addictions and other life-dominating sins. The work is done through holistic healing with biblical discipleship, deep meaningful connections, and community partnerships
Credibility factor lorem ipsum
Authority stats and other lorem ipsum
Results and experience lorem ipsum
Hope House
(Men In Transition) M.I.T
Hope House (Men In Transition - M.I.T) is a transitional discipleship program dedicated to walking with Men who have been living through personal hardship, are underserved by other support systems, and are recovering from addictive behaviors, mindsets, and other life-dominating sins an opportunity to live in a long-term transitional home where they can receive support through holistic healing, biblical discipleship, deep meaningful connections, and community partnerships to “live a new normal” life and prepare them for re-entering society.
Credibility factor lorem ipsum
Authority stats and other lorem ipsum
Results and experience lorem ipsum
Hope House
(Families In Transition) F.I.T
Hope House (Families In Transition - M.I.T) is a transitional discipleship program dedicated to walking with Women and their children, a similar concept to the male counterpart.
Credibility factor lorem ipsum
Authority stats and other lorem ipsum
Results and experience lorem ipsum
Soulreach
House of Hope Church
A church that is dedicated to offering the Hope, Faith, and Love of Jesus Christ to individuals who may not normally attend church, such as; people who have been incarcerated, homeless, in recovery, DCF involved, or gang affiliated, among others.
House of Church is more of a wet shelter concept, where we love God and love His people, we believe come all and come as you are. Although we may be perceived as a recovery church; a place for people… in recovery, seeking recovery, interested in recovery, or far from recovery, we believe there are different stages, types and pathways of recovery, and we welcome ALL recovery forms. Regardless of your journey, ALL are welcome.
Services are help on Wednesday:
4:30 - 6:30 pm - Dwelling Place Dinner
4:30 - 6:30 pm - Dwelling Place Dinner
6:30 - 7:00 pm - Open Mic w Coffee
Share from your heart | Give a testimony | Tell your story | Sing | Speak encouragement…
7:00 - 8:00 pm - Service
Welcome | Forgiveness Prayer | Worship Music | Sermon | Lord’s Prayer & Sarenity Prayer
8:00 - 8:30 pm - After Hour Fellowship
Soulreach
House of Hope Church
Hope Movement Ministries is a church committed to sharing the Hope, Faith, and Love of Jesus Christ with individuals who may not typically feel comfortable in traditional church settings. We intentionally reach and welcome people who have been incarcerated, are experiencing homelessness, are in recovery, are involved with DCF, are gang‑affiliated, or come from any walk of life where church has not always felt accessible.
Everyone has a story. Everyone deserves dignity. Everyone is welcome here.
House of Church operates with a “come as you are” posture. We function more like a wet‑shelter‑style ministry, grounded in the belief that loving God means loving His people, without conditions, prerequisites, or judgment.
While some may view us as a “recovery church,” our doors are open far wider than that. We recognize that:
• Recovery has many stages
• Recovery takes many forms
• Recovery follows many pathways
• Some are in recovery, some are seeking recovery, some are interested in recovery and some are far from recovery
Wherever you are on your journey, you belong here.
Weekly Services
Services are held on Wednesdays:
4:30 - 6:30 pm - Dwelling Place Dinner
6:30 - 7:00 pm - Open Mic w Coffee
Share from your heart | Give a testimony | Tell your story | Sing | Speak encouragement…
7:00 - 8:00 pm - Service
Welcome | Forgiveness Prayer | Worship Music | Sermon | Lord’s Prayer & Sarenity Prayer
8:00 - 8:30 pm - After Hour Fellowship
INREACH
Hope House
“Taking people from homeless to hopeful.”
Hope House is the residential arm of Hope Movement Ministries — a place where people who have walked through homelessness, incarceration, addiction, trauma, or deep personal hardship can finally breathe, rebuild, and belong. We exist for the ones who feel forgotten, overlooked, or underserved by traditional systems. Hope House opens its doors wide and says, “You still have a future. You still have purpose. You still have hope.”
This is long‑term transitional housing with a mission.
A safe place to heal.
A community to grow in.
A family to walk with you.
A home where Jesus is lifted up and people are lifted out.
Hope House is designed to be the next step in transition for some and the last step in transition for others — not rushed, not pressured, not timed. Residents stay as long as they need while they stabilize, rebuild their lives, and prepare for permanent housing and independent living. Through holistic support, biblical discipleship, meaningful relationships, and strong community partnerships, we help people “live a new normal” rooted in hope, dignity, and purpose.
INREACH
Hope House
“Taking people from homeless to hopeful.”
Hope House is the residential arm of Hope Movement Ministries — a place where people who have walked through homelessness, incarceration, addiction, trauma, or deep personal hardship can finally breathe, rebuild, and belong. We exist for the ones who feel forgotten, overlooked, or underserved by traditional systems. Hope House opens its doors wide and says, “You still have a future. You still have purpose. You still have hope.”
This is long‑term transitional housing with a mission.
A safe place to heal.
A community to grow in.
A family to walk with you.
A home where Jesus is lifted up and people are lifted out.
Hope House is designed to be the next step in transition for some and the last step in transition for others — not rushed, not pressured, not timed. Residents stay as long as they need while they stabilize, rebuild their lives, and prepare for permanent housing and independent living. Through holistic support, biblical discipleship, meaningful relationships, and strong community partnerships, we help people “live a new normal” rooted in hope, dignity, and purpose.
Hope House
(Men In Transition) M.I.T
Sober House
Hope House (Men In Transition - M.I.T) is a transitional discipleship program dedicated to walking with Men who have been living through personal hardship, are underserved by other support systems, and are recovering from addictive behaviors, mindsets, and other life-dominating sins an opportunity to live in a long-term transitional home where they can receive support through holistic healing, biblical discipleship, deep meaningful connections, and community partnerships to “live a new normal” life and prepare them for re-entering society.
Hope House
(Families In Transition) F.I.T
Hope House (Families In Transition - M.I.T) is a transitional discipleship program dedicated to walking with Women and their children, a similar concept to the male counterpart.
SOULREACH
House of Hope Church
“Lord willing, eventually opening”
House of Hope Church is a church committed to sharing the Hope, Faith, and Love of Jesus Christ with individuals who may not typically feel comfortable in traditional church settings. We intentionally reach and welcome people who have been incarcerated, are experiencing homelessness, are in recovery, are involved with DCF, are gang‑affiliated, or come from any walk of life where church has not always felt accessible.
Everyone has a story. Everyone deserves dignity. Everyone is welcome here.
House of Church operates with a “come as you are” posture. We function more like a wet‑shelter‑style ministry, grounded in the belief that loving God means loving His people, without conditions, prerequisites, or judgment.
While some may view us as a “recovery church,” our doors are open far wider than that.
We recognize that:
• Recovery has many stages
• Recovery takes many forms
• Recovery follows many pathways
• Some are in recovery, some are seeking recovery, some are interested in recovery and some are far from recovery
Wherever you are on your journey of life, you belong here.
Mass. 501(c)(3) Non-Profit EIN 92-0418630
Get Connected
Copyright 2025 | Hope Movement Ministries | All Rights Reserved.