Spirit of Hope is nestled at the crossroads of three major neighborhoods.  Though we are in Corktown, across the street to the west is Core City Neighborhoods, and across the street to the north is Woodbridge.  The Trumbull Avenue Corridor runs from the Wayne State University Athletic Center to the north, through Woodbridge, North Corktown, Corktown and to the Detroit River.  We really feel as though we are in the center of things, one neighborhood out of downtown with one of Michigan’s largest university’s, the Old Tiger Stadium and Motor City Casino as our neighbors. 

The area is experiencing a rebirth as renovation of historic homes and the building of new developments rise around us.  We work closely with Greater Corktown Development Corporation as new homes and business are envisioned and built in the community.  Some residents have been in this neighborhood for generations while others are brand new.   But one commonality between them is a passion for uplifting the City of Detroit.  Artists, activists, business professionals, healthcare workers, lawyers, non-profit corporation staff members, writers, real estate investors, small business owners, restaurant workers, architects, homemakers, retirees, students and many others make up the diversity of our community. 

In addition, we are located near some of the largest homeless shelters in the city.  We take that call seriously as well, serving meals and providing a food pantry.  We also assist in providing shelter on a rotating basis with other congregations.  Our community can be a study in contrasts, rich and poor, and this is where we will remain to bring a message and spirit of hope. 

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