
About



About Us
Common Hope is a ministry of Metrolina Baptist Association. It operates in strong partnership with NC Baptist and with NC Baptist churches in Greater Charlotte.
Common Hope is a collaborative network that mobilizes NC Baptist churches in Greater Charlotte to meet practical needs, share hope, and connect immigrants to essential services and relationships. Our desire is to be a beacon of unity and compassion in the city, serving and caring for our international neighbors.
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Common Hope exists to meet international neighbors right where they are—in their own communities. As immigrants and refugees make their homes across Greater Charlotte, we bring churches together to serve more effectively, more locally, and more relationally. Rather than working in isolation, Common Hope is a collaborative network where churches collaborate, offer services close to where people live, and create lasting impact through unity. By working together, we extend greater care, build deeper trust, and offer a clear witness of hope to those who need it most.
Meet the Consulting and Development Team

Bob Lowman
Metrolina Baptist Association

Dave Russell
Oakhurst Baptist Church

Jenn Heckman
Contract Project Coordinator

Thane Kendall
Greater Gaston Baptist Association

Jacob Smith
Desiring God Church

Blaine Boyd
Denver Baptist Church

Eric Mullis
NC Baptist

Jonathan Perez
Life Church

Thomas Ratchford
Providence Baptist Church

Josh Howard
Christ Community Church

Casey Norkett
NC Baptist

Femi Oke
Manna House

Nichole Taylor
Hickory Grove Baptist Church

Victor Nunes
Christ Community Church

James Weddington
Eastern Hills Baptist Church