Door of Hope Community Church
Wallingford CT
06492-2278
Who we are
We are a community of followers of Jesus Christ…
We are a community of followers of Jesus Christ, committed to live by faith, to be known by love, and to be a voice of hope. We believe that our community has been called by Christ to minister hope to a broken and fragmented humanity which can become a work of art under the skillful hands of God. We welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of where they are in their spiritual journey. Come to Door of Hope, and discover the power and beauty of a community Where People Matter!
At Door of Hope, we are discovering that connecting with God and others is a way of life that Christ calls us to as a local church. These vital life-giving connections are at the heart of what it means to be a “Biblically functioning community.” It is our desire to reach into a broken world and invite many others into this life-giving relationship with Christ in such a way that we meet people where they are and love them as they are on their way to becoming all that God created them to be. This mission compels us toward continually developing as a Biblically based, culturally relevant, relationally oriented ministry.
We are a community of followers of Jesus Christ, committed to live by faith, to be known by love, and to be a voice of hope. We believe that our community has been called by Christ to minister hope to a broken and fragmented humanity which can become a work of art under the skillful hands of God. We welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of where they are in their spiritual journey. Come to Door of Hope, and discover the power and beauty of a community Where People Matter!
At Door of Hope, we are discovering that connecting with God and others is a way of life that Christ calls us to as a local church. These vital life-giving connections are at the heart of what it means to be a “Biblically functioning community.” It is our desire to reach into a broken world and invite many others into this life-giving relationship with Christ in such a way that we meet people where they are and love them as they are on their way to becoming all that God created them to be. This mission compels us toward continually developing as a Biblically based, culturally relevant, relationally oriented ministry.
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Leadership
Leader Name:
Joel E. Shirk
Leader Position:
Interim Pastor
Phone:
Fax:
203-741-0065
Leader Email:
Click here to contact Joel E. Shirk
Leader Bio:
Joel has been married to his wife, Jacqueline for 32 years. Jacqueline is a RN who has worked at Elim Park for over 11 years. Together they have three children, the oldest of whom, their daughter Jamie, is married to Scott Pinney of New Britain. They have two sons, David, who lives in Memphis and Taylor, who lives at home.
Joel received his call to ministry as a 12 year old during a hymn sing in a Baptist church in Middlebury, CT. “Give of your best to the Master; give of the strength of your youth” are the lyrics the Lord used to challenge his tender heart, to which Joel said, “I will.” God multiplied his abilities in music, leadership and knowledge of the Word during his adolescent years.
After graduating from Davidson College (NC) with a degree in philosophy, Joel volunteered in youth ministry at Middlebury Baptist Church, where God’s grace was first revealed to him. That volunteer position became a part time job. A full time position with Youth for Christ, a national youth outreach ministry, opened up. For 3 years Joel pioneered new works in local communities until a full time Youth Pastor position at Christ Community Church of Cheshire became available in 1985.
Joel incorporated worship leading into the youth ministry as well as into congregational life, writing and arranging songs for congregational worship. He has written songs and arranged hymns, compiled on a CD, You Rescued Me, released in 2003. He also earned his Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (SCSU), expanding his ministry to teens to their families.
In 1989-91, Christ Community had a transition in leadership which resulted in the Senior pastor planting a new work in town. Joel volunteered to fill in the gap as Interim Pastor until they found someone; 7 months later, Joel was unanimously voted in as Senior Pastor. The Lord granted favor, unity and growth for 10 years before a multitude of difficulties arose. Joel resigned in May of 2006.
Since then, Joel has started several businesses: a painting business called, Many Colors (after the story of Joseph) and he is a Marketing Distributor with Send Out Cards, a free on line system that allows you to send a heartfelt card from your computer through the mail. He preaches and leads worship at various churches on an as needed basis, and leads a Bible study in a home in Cheshire.
Joel received his call to ministry as a 12 year old during a hymn sing in a Baptist church in Middlebury, CT. “Give of your best to the Master; give of the strength of your youth” are the lyrics the Lord used to challenge his tender heart, to which Joel said, “I will.” God multiplied his abilities in music, leadership and knowledge of the Word during his adolescent years.
After graduating from Davidson College (NC) with a degree in philosophy, Joel volunteered in youth ministry at Middlebury Baptist Church, where God’s grace was first revealed to him. That volunteer position became a part time job. A full time position with Youth for Christ, a national youth outreach ministry, opened up. For 3 years Joel pioneered new works in local communities until a full time Youth Pastor position at Christ Community Church of Cheshire became available in 1985.
Joel incorporated worship leading into the youth ministry as well as into congregational life, writing and arranging songs for congregational worship. He has written songs and arranged hymns, compiled on a CD, You Rescued Me, released in 2003. He also earned his Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (SCSU), expanding his ministry to teens to their families.
In 1989-91, Christ Community had a transition in leadership which resulted in the Senior pastor planting a new work in town. Joel volunteered to fill in the gap as Interim Pastor until they found someone; 7 months later, Joel was unanimously voted in as Senior Pastor. The Lord granted favor, unity and growth for 10 years before a multitude of difficulties arose. Joel resigned in May of 2006.
Since then, Joel has started several businesses: a painting business called, Many Colors (after the story of Joseph) and he is a Marketing Distributor with Send Out Cards, a free on line system that allows you to send a heartfelt card from your computer through the mail. He preaches and leads worship at various churches on an as needed basis, and leads a Bible study in a home in Cheshire.
Other Church Leaders:
Elders: Alden Jenkins, Jim Kromidas, Rev. Gregg Woods
Administration
Admin Name:
Lori Erdos
Admin Position:
Secretary
Phone:
Fax:
203-741-0065
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Lori Erdos
Driving Directions to Door of Hope Community Church
Travel/Direction Tips
We are located in the Yalesville section of Wallingford, at 120 Church St. (Route 68).
Door of Hope Community Church Service Times
Come join us for Sunday Worship at 10 am.
Our Worship Gathering is supported by a Co Op Style, Nursery 0 – 2 1/2 yrs & JAM 2 1/2 – 4 yrs.
We have B.L.A.S.T (Bible Adventure Learning Station) – for kids in grades K – 5 who are dismissed after offering.
Students in Middle & High School are dismissed to their Jr. Sr. High class after offering.
If you would like a Sunday bulletin, please contact the church office, we would be happy to send you one.
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Our Worship Gathering is supported by a Co Op Style, Nursery 0 – 2 1/2 yrs & JAM 2 1/2 – 4 yrs.
We have B.L.A.S.T (Bible Adventure Learning Station) – for kids in grades K – 5 who are dismissed after offering.
Students in Middle & High School are dismissed to their Jr. Sr. High class after offering.
If you would like a Sunday bulletin, please contact the church office, we would be happy to send you one.
It's been more than 3 months since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
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Door of Hope Community Church History
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Door of Hope Community Church listing was last updated on the 13th of December, 2023
