New Hope Chapel Baptist Church started in the most humble and meaningful way — in the living room of Drew and Darlene Brown on April 20, 1997. It wasn’t about a building. It was about people with a heart to see their community reached for Christ. With simple faith and a lot of prayer, that first service marked the beginning of something only God could grow.

As the weeks passed, the Lord made it clear that He was building something special. He opened the door to an old blue jean factory right here in Rome, Georgia. It didn’t look like a church at first — but with many willing hands, long days of work, laughter, and more than a few unforgettable stories, it became one. On April 25, 1999, we gathered in our renovated sanctuary for the very first time. It was a day filled with gratitude and joy.

Over the years, our church family continued to grow. We found ourselves needing more space to gather, eat, and spend time together. In the fall of 2005, construction began on what we now call the “Upper Room.” In April 2008, we shared our first meal there — another sweet reminder that God provides exactly what His people need.

From a living room to where we stand today, every step has been guided by the Lord’s faithfulness. New Hope Chapel is more than a building — it’s a church family. We’re thankful for our past, grateful for the present, and full of hope for what God will continue to do in the days ahead.with purpose at every turn.