A new year. A dream continues. God is at work.

Monday, August 24, 2026, the Inspiring Hope Learning Center started its 3rd full year of operation. This year there are 41 students and 34 volunteers, both new records as more children, teens and adults join together as one community, fulfilling a vision birthed by God to see real life transformation in our area.  

The Inspiring Hope Learning Center is part of Bridging the Gap, the nonprofit begun by Bridges Church and is now an amazing partnership between Bridges and multiple churches in our area including New Church, Old Town Baptist, Awake Church, College Park Baptist and many individuals and businesses God has brought together.  

Each day, after school, the students have snacks, get to play outside, have a Bible lesson, receive tutoring, and play games. Above all, they are building life-giving relationships among themselves and the volunteers. It is the kingdom of God at work. We are so grateful to everyone who is helping to make this happen each and every day.  

Please be in prayer for the Center and all the students, families, volunteers and partners as this new school year begins – that God blesses and provides so that these children and their families can know Christ and follow Him. God is at work!