CityHope Wesleyan Church

06/22/2026

Holiness Is Greater Than Happiness | Pastor Hannah Bowersox

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06/20/2026

Juneteenth is the reminder that “none of us are free, until all of us are free.” May we remember that though every American has access to freedom now, everyday life can look very different for all of us. We commit to continuing to walk alongside our brothers and sisters of color as we all press-on in the fight against injustice and systemic racism. We commit to continue grieving with you when you grieve and rejoicing alongside you when you rejoice.

I’m thankful for our Wesleyan roots and the heritage we have as a Wesleyan church in playing a vital role in ending slavery and fighting for equality. As John Wesley said in a letter to William Wilberforce to encourage him on his campaign, “if God be for you, who can be against you? Are all of them together stronger than God? O be not weary of well doing. Go on, in the name of God and in the power of His might, till even American slavery (the vilest that ever saw the sun) shall vanish away before it.”

Happy Juneteenth, friends. May every one of us see people through God’s eyes and take the time to notice, appreciate, fight for, and celebrate the reality that we are all made in the image of God and have intrinsic value. That God loves diversity and so should we ❤️

On Juneteenth, we remember the long-delayed announcement of freedom to enslaved people in Galveston, Texas.

As we remember with lament the sin of slavery and the enduring wounds of racism, we also give thanks with joy for freedom, the breaking of bo***ge, and the promise of a new way of life.

For many, Juneteenth echoes the biblical story of God’s deliverance of Israel from Egypt, a movement from bo***ge into freedom, from oppression toward promise. Today, we rejoice in that freedom and pray for God’s continued work of justice, healing, and reconciliation.

Rooted in the Wesleyan tradition, Asbury Theological Seminary is called to both personal and social holiness, a life of love for God and neighbor. May this day renew our commitment to justice, mercy, reconciliation, and the holy love of Jesus Christ.

Image: Juneteenth Celebration at Emancipation Park, Houston, c. 1880. Public Domain.

06/15/2026

🎥 Sunday's message is now available!

We did run into a small technical hiccup during the recording, which means the first couple of minutes of Pastor Justin's sermon weren't captured. The good news? The rest of the message was recorded and is now live for you to watch!

We're already working behind the scenes to make sure this doesn't happen again in future services. Thank you for your patience as we continue improving our systems.

Take a few moments to watch, share it with a friend, and let us know what stood out to you!

06/14/2026

We would love to have you join us in person next Sunday. To plan your visit, text 'VISIT' to 585-577-5377.

06/13/2026

Loneliness has quietly become one of the greatest challenges of our generation.

We’re connected to hundreds of people online, yet many of us still feel unseen, unknown, and isolated.

God created us for more than digital connection—He created us for community.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected, we’d love to help you take a next step toward meaningful relationships.

Join us this Sunday:

📍 CityHope Church
🕥 Worship Service — 10:30 AM
➡️ Growth Track — Immediately After Service (15 minutes)
➡️ Sunday Circles — Immediately After Service

You don’t have to do life alone.

06/12/2026

This week we had the privilege of gathering with churches from across our Wesleyan District to celebrate all that God is doing throughout our region.

We are humbled and grateful to share that CityHope was recognized in four areas:

• Top 10 Churches in Making Disciples
• Top 10 Churches Increasing Discipleship Through Laity
• Top 10 Churches in Conversions to Christ (39 people saying “yes” to Jesus this year)
• District Discipleship Award

While we’re thankful for these recognitions, what excites us most is what they represent. They tell the story of lives being transformed, people discovering hope, families being restored, and ordinary people taking meaningful steps toward Jesus. These are not awards that belong to a pastor or staff team—they reflect the faithfulness, generosity, prayers, service, and commitment of an entire church family.

We were also thrilled to celebrate Pastor Hannah Bowersox and Maria Lazarus, both of whom were elected to serve on our District Board.

Serving on the District Board is a significant privilege and responsibility. Board members help provide spiritual leadership, wisdom, accountability, and vision for churches and pastors across our district. Their role helps strengthen local churches, support ministry leaders, and advance the mission of making disciples throughout our region. We are honored to have two CityHope leaders serving in this capacity.

As we reflect on this past year, we are reminded that every changed life, every baptism, every act of service, and every person who encounters Jesus is evidence of God’s faithfulness.

Thank you, CityHope, for being a church that continues to live and love like Jesus.

To God be the glory.