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MATURE DISCIPLES MINISTRY<br />
BRIEF HISTORY<br />
Zelma Smith-Dexter and Muriel Eaton approached Reverend Dr. Carlyle Fielding<br />
Stewart, III, in January 1999 regarding a Hope Church senior group. Reverend Betty<br />
Whitely was appointed by Dr. Stewart to form a ministry for persons fifty and older.<br />
Reverend Whitely selected ten seasoned Hope members to meet June 25, 1999, with Dr.<br />
Stewart in attendance. Dr. Stewart gave encouragement by saying this was the<br />
beginning of a great adventure and asked to be an honorary member. All 50 plus<br />
persons male and female are welcome to be a part. Our purpose is to give support and<br />
have camaraderie with those who have similar experiences and interests through<br />
religious, social and educational activities; like short bus trips, educational forums,<br />
crafts, bake sales, seminars, workshop and nursing home visits. We have added Black<br />
History exhibits, Senior Day during the Southfield Festival of Hope, Grandparents’<br />
Luncheon, a prayer breakfast and Christmas luncheon. Our meetings are held the<br />
second Tuesday of each month at one o’clock or join us for any of our activities.<br />
June 23, <strong>2019</strong> is the celebration of our 20 th anniversary. God continues to bless our<br />
ministry spiritually and in all of our many endeavors.<br />
MISSION STATEMENT<br />
Mature Disciples are a Holy-Spirit directed body of matured Christian believers who are<br />
spiritually developed and committed to studying, sharing and living the Word of God.<br />
This ministry will extend spiritual, educational and social in reach and outreach<br />
activities to Hope United Methodist Church, local churches and the larger community,<br />
demonstrating their faith and the beauty of longevity through their dedicated lifestyle<br />
and service to others.<br />
VISION STATEMENT<br />
Mature Disciples will inspire others through reflections, prayers and experiences and<br />
demonstrate commitment to God by the way we live and serve Hope United Methodist<br />
Church and the community.<br />
Dr. Emma L. Epps and Mary Powell-Wright, Co-Chairs<br />
The Reverend Christopher Grimes, Clergy Advisor<br />
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