Together for Hope Impact Testimony
“When folks think about mission, they often think about transformation. Over the past 15 years or so, Second Baptist in Little Rock has undoubtedly witnessed transformation in Helena, Arkansas. We’ve witnessed it with building churches, planting gardens, and children learning how to read; but some of the most unexpected areas of transformation have occurred, not in Helena, but within our own church community.
As a result of our partnership and ministry in Helena, we read the newspaper and listen to the radio more closely for stories that impact our friends there because we genuinely care for them and root for their success. We’ve learned how the South’s ugly history of racism has played itself out in one small-town community and realized that Helena’s story is the story of many. We’ve been challenged by the perseverance and faithfulness of those who have invested their lives to live and work there. We’re inspired by the young children who grew up as participants in the ministries of Together for Hope and have become leaders who are giving back to inspire the next generation of children. Yes, we’ve seen transformation in Helena, but transformation isn’t easily controlled or contained. Our church community is especially grateful for that.”
—Chris Ellis
Minister of Missions, Second Baptist Church
Little Rock, AR
