New Hope Worship Center
426 S Main Street
Gaston, SC 29053
OUR VISION
At New Hope Worship Center We Are Dedicated To
​​Reaching out with love
Equipping hearts with faith
Sending forth with purpose
Tranforming lives through God’s grace
​We strive to create a nurturing environment where every believer can uncover their unique gifts and be empowered to walk in His divine purpose. Together, we will build a community that reflects His love and light in every aspect of life.
LEADERSHIP
Lead Pastor Billy and Mandy Craps
Pastor Billy and Mandy Craps’ journey together began at New Hope Worship Center (NHWC) in the 1990s, where they met and later married. Their shared commitment to faith and community has been a cornerstone of their lives ever since.
Pastor Billy pursued his ordination while attending NHWC, marking the beginning of his dedicated ministry. In 2006, he was appointed as Lead Pastor of his first church, a role that saw him shepherd various congregations over the years. In February 2020, NHWC welcomed Pastor Billy back as their Lead Pastor, a homecoming celebrated by the entire church family. When they left NHWC, they had five children, and upon their return, their family had grown to 12, with one more child added since then making 13 beautiful children. Also 6 wonderful grandchildren.
In 2021, Pastor Billy and Mandy expanded their ministry by founding Christian Hope Academy, a private school, daycare, and afterschool program, reflecting their deep commitment to nurturing the next generation. Their leadership has been marked by numerous revivals, during which many have found salvation and been filled with the Holy Spirit.
