For more than half a century, Hope House has provided a home away from home for our students. We're incredibly proud to welcome them into a beautiful Victorian home just steps away from campus, where they can enjoy a warm meal, study, or simply hang out. We also offer spiritual care and programming for interested students. We are lovingly supported by the Presbyterian Church U.S.A. as well as other donors. We look forward to welcoming you to Hope House.
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Hope House UTC's mission statement is "Making God known through the radical hospitality of Jesus Christ."
For more than 50 years, we at Hope House have been serving our community.
The atmosphere at the house is one of grace and love.
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Free lunch Tuesdays, 11:30 - gone . Free lunch Thursdays, 10:30 - gone. Free coffee and paninis / snacks daily 10-4, Monday - Thursday. Closed when UTC is closed
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House of Hope
By Mary Kate Sheppard
I never understood why churches have doors
Why does Heaven have pearly gates?
If Jesus had an open-door policy,
should we not do the same?
If he loved the oppressed
And confronted the oppressor
We’ll tear down the borders
And welcome in whomever.
We’ll put food on the table–
a luxury not often afforded–
And fill their bellies and minds
In a place where they are supported.
We’ll let them ask their questions
cause Jesus did the same
And hold their hands as we search
For answers we can proudly claim
Our mission is quite simple.
They’ll come in a crowd
or they’ll come in alone
Either way, we’ll welcome them
With a greeting that calls them home.
We’ll talk with them happily
Without asking them to change.
“Come to me, all you who are weary”
Our love expressed in every exchange.
They’ll come in tatters
And they’ll come in pain
But with good food and some rest
They’ll leave better than they came.
So unfasten the door hinges
so the world can see our scope
Everyone has a place to stay here
In this house of hope.
if you are a college student, please join us anytime! We look forward to meeting you!
We offer a free Tuesday lunch!
To me, Hope House has been a sanctuary where I can come and be myself unapologetically and without hesitation. It gives me a place to come when I want a quiet space, genuine advice, a comfy seat or a bite to fill my stomach. Starting from the lovely smiles that greet me to the soft felt “have a good day” when I leave, the Hope House is a gem, and I will always treasure it.
"to me, Hope House has been a sanctuary where I can come and be myself"
There is a wonderful community of kind people; always loads of laughs and smiles; and an aura of peace that pervades into every interaction. It's my home away from home, and it's the community that helps me positively take on my studies and endeavors.
"Hope House is amazing!"
The Hope House gives me the opportunity to express myself and be around people who I know care for others. From fun activities to more spiritual activities, I can tell you that the Hope House is the place to be. Warm and Welcoming atmosphere. Please come in.
