Hold On To Hope
Spartanburg is a place where hope exists. It is present in our community and available to everyone. For people of faith, we know that there is hope in Jesus who has the power to change lives.
the hope mural
We see hope at work in our schools, hospitals, prisons, businesses, neighborhoods, churches, shelters, and other organizations. Whether you are seeking spiritual truth, assistance during one of life’s storms, or a new way of life altogether, there is hope in the Burg!
The HOPE mural is meant to be a gift to the residents and visitors of Spartanburg from the Christian faith community. It is meant to encourage, inspire and direct people who are struggling in our community to services that can help them and bring them hope.
location:
The mural is on Dunbar Street in downtown Spartanburg. It is on the back side of the SC Legal Services office building which is next door to 145 Dunbar Street, Spartanburg, SC, 29301.
Hope In Our City
Because of the generosity of our donors, we are placing 25 large prints of the mural strategically throughout the city to literally show that there is hope in Spartanburg.
We'd like to thank our sponsors
Click on each piece of the mural to see those who made this possible.
On behalf of Sidewalk Hope On behalf of Sidewalk Hope
Sidewalk Hope is a mobile children’s church making weekly, year-round visits to low-income housing developments within the inner-city of Spartanburg, SC.
Hope Point Church Hope Point Church
Our vision is to help people, applaud God, follow Christ and live on mission.
English Crossing English Crossing
English Crossing is a ministry devoted to encouraging internationals in the Spartanburg community with free English classes and childcare, as well as sharing the love of Jesus.
Church at The Mill Church at The Mill
Church at The Mill is a place of new beginnings and real relationships. We desire to help you find hope in Jesus and love our community and the people in it.
Upward Sports Upward Sports
For over twenty years, our purpose has remained the same: to use the power of sports to share the gospel and promote the discovery of Jesus in every community.
On behalf of PS I Love You On behalf of PS I Love You
PS I Love You supports the needs of children in foster care and the families who serve them.
Through Our Eyes Project Through Our Eyes Project
Through Our Eyes Project is a community-based photography initiative that puts cameras in the hands of those who need a voice. Started in Spartanburg in 2016, Through Our Eyes has seen incredible stories told from the perspective of those struggling with homelessness.
First Baptist Spartanburg First Baptist Spartanburg
A place where Everyone can invite Anyone to encounter the Living One.
Come Closer Come Closer
Come Closer is a network of pastors, ministry workers and Christian business leaders who desire to serve the community
Bridge at Green Street Bridge at Green Street
www.fbs.org/ministries/missions/1714-2
The Mission of The Bridge is connecting people with hope and love. We envision a community transformed by the redeeming love of Christ.
Unclaimed Furniture Unclaimed Furniture
www.unclaimedfurnitureupstate.com
Family owned and operated, Unclaimed Furniture has been serving the community of Duncan, South Carolina, since 1991. We work hard to cultivate a gracious, stress-free shopping environment. By buying discounted items and overruns, we can offer prices that are far lower than the "suggested retail" prices of national retailers.
Mozza Roasters Mozza Roasters
At Mozza Roasters, our passion is to create personal relationships with our customers through coffee. We strive for a true partnership by providing you with the tools for your success; from barista training to supplying you with all the products you need to run your business at wholesale prices.
Tasha Ellison, Realtor, Ponce Realty Group Tasha Ellison, Realtor, Ponce Realty Group
Your key to an exceptional buying and selling experience. Colossians 3:23 "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men"
Talley Law Firm Talley Law Firm
When you need help, count on us to be on your side. If you're not certain whether or not you need legal advice, call Talley Law Firm and schedule an appointment to discuss your situation with an experienced attorney.
Clients Excel Clients Excel
We believe everyone should be able to live the retirement they’ve always wanted. Our team of professionals can help you create a well-thought-out strategy, using a variety of investments and insurance products and services, to help you address your financial needs and concerns.
On behalf of the Opportunity Center On behalf of the Opportunity Center
The Spartanburg Opportunity Center is a multi-resource center in Spartanburg, South Carolina that will serve clients who are homeless or nearly homeless and provide services and referral of services to assist in recovery and transition.
On behalf of Evans Training Center On behalf of Evans Training Center
ETC is an eight-month long, residential, faith based program for men who are ready to make radical and dramatic changes to their lives. We refer to ourselves as a regeneration ministry because we recognize that it's not just a minor adjustment to our old life that must be made but a brand new life, altogether, which needs to emerge. We believe God is able to create that life and nurture it to maturity.
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#Spartanburg County Baptist Network - https://www.spartanburgcountybaptist.org/
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HWord of Change Ministries - https://wordofchange.org/
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OIvey-O'Sullivan Healthcare - https://iveyosullivan.com/
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PSummit Church - https://www.summitupstate.org/
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ESummit Church - https://www.summitupstate.org/
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IOn behalf of Impact Sports International - https://www.impactsportsonline.org/
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NSovereign Financial - https://sovereignfin.com/
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TPaige Stephenson
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HJason & Elizabeth Williamson
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Eon behalf of Miracle Hill Ministries
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Bon behalf of Miracle Hill Ministries
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Uon behalf of Miracle Hill Ministries
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Ron behalf of Miracle Hill Ministries
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GGrace Bible Church
Church at The Mill
www.churchatthemill.com
Church at The Mill is a place of new beginnings and real relationships. We desire to help you find hope in Jesus and love our community and the people in it.
Through Our Eyes Project
www.throughoureyesproject.com
Through Our Eyes Project is a community-based photography initiative that puts cameras in the hands of those who need a voice. Started in Spartanburg in 2016, Through Our Eyes has seen incredible stories told from the perspective of those struggling with homelessness.
Hope Point Church
www.hopepoint.org
Our vision is to help people, applaud God, follow Christ and live on mission.
English Crossing
www.englishcrossing.org
English Crossing is a ministry devoted to encouraging internationals in the Spartanburg community with free English classes and childcare, as well as sharing the love of Jesus.
Come Closer
www.comecloserspartanburg.com
Come Closer is a network of pastors, ministry workers and Christian business leaders who desire to serve the community
On behalf of PS I Love You
www.psiloveyouministries.com
PS I Love You supports the needs of children in foster care and the families who serve them.
On behalf of Sidewalk Hope
www.sidewalkhope.org
Sidewalk Hope is a mobile children’s church making weekly, year-round visits to low-income housing developments within the inner-city of Spartanburg, SC.
Upward Sports
www.Upward.org
For over twenty years, our purpose has remained the same: to use the power of sports to share the gospel and promote the discovery of Jesus in every community.
Unclaimed Furniture
www.unclaimedfurnitureupstate.com
Family owned and operated, Unclaimed Furniture has been serving the community of Duncan, South Carolina, since 1991. We work hard to cultivate a gracious, stress-free shopping environment. By buying discounted items and overruns, we can offer prices that are far lower than the "suggested retail" prices of national retailers.
First Baptist Spartanburg
www.fbs.org/art
A place where Everyone can invite Anyone to encounter the Living One.
Mozza Roasters
www.mozzaroasters.com
At Mozza Roasters, our passion is to create personal relationships with our customers through coffee. We strive for a true partnership by providing you with the tools for your success; from barista training to supplying you with all the products you need to run your business at wholesale prices.
Bridge at Green Street
www.fbs.org/ministries/missions/1714-2/
The Mission of The Bridge is connecting people with hope and love. We envision a community transformed by the redeeming love of Christ.
Tasha Ellison, Realtor, Ponce Realty Group
www.Tasharealtor.com
Your key to an exceptional buying and selling experience. Colossians 3:23 "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men
Talley Law Firm
www.talleylawfirm.com
When you need help, count on us to be on your side. If you're not certain whether or not you need legal advice, call Talley Law Firm and schedule an appointment to discuss your situation with an experienced attorney.
Clients Excel
www.clientsexcel.com
We believe everyone should be able to live the retirement they’ve always wanted. Our team of professionals can help you create a well-thought-out strategy, using a variety of investments and insurance products and services, to help you address your financial needs and concerns.
On behalf of the Opportunity Center
www.spopcenter.org
The Spartanburg Opportunity Center is a multi-resource center in Spartanburg, South Carolina that will serve clients who are homeless or nearly homeless and provide services and referral of services to assist in recovery and transition.
On behalf of Evans Training Center
www.evanstc.org
ETC is an eight-month long, residential, faith based program for men who are ready to make radical and dramatic changes to their lives. We refer to ourselves as a regeneration ministry because we recognize that it's not just a minor adjustment to our old life that must be made but a brand new life, altogether, which needs to emerge. We believe God is able to create that life and nurture it to maturity.
Come Closer
The Hope in the Burg mural is sponsored by Come Closer, a city movement made up of a group of pastors, ministry workers, business and civic leaders who desire to love the city of Spartanburg to life in Christ.
Come Closer focuses on important areas of need in the community such as poverty & homelessness, children & orphans, prisoners, internationals & refugees, racial reconciliation and fighting against human trafficking.
For more information on Come Closer, visit www.comecloserspartanburg.com
Partners / Muralists
jeremy kemp
Jeremy Kemp is making his mark on Spartanburg. As a full-time artist, Jeremy has painted in and on some of Spartanburg's favorite businesses. From hand-lettering window signage at Pharmacy Coffee, to the mural on the back of Tulip Tree, Jeremy's work can also be seen at Underpin Bowling, Fr8Yard, Flock Shop, Cribb's Kitchen and Willy Taco, just to name a few. Jeremy also painted the recent Determined To Soar mural, the Love Where You Live mural (and companion works at the Fairgrounds and Spartanburg Day School) with Stephen Long.
@jskempart on IG - houseofkemp.com
stephen long
Stephen Long has worked on both sides of the process with public art. As one of the founders of HUB-BUB, he worked with artists to commission works like the Molly Freeman mural at RJ Rockers, as well as the ArtCycle sculpture program and the street art wall behind the old HUB-BUB building. In addition to the murals painted with Jeremy, Stephen's work as a graphic artist can be seen in logos around Spartanburg, from the recent rebrand for the Spot of Pride program to the Urban Planter, Hub City Writer's Project and Spartanburg Shares. Stephen also created and manages the Love Where You Live campaign.
Prayer For The Burg
Join us in praying for the community around us in the following ways:
• Pray for peace to permeate our streets, homes, and hearts.
• Pray for mercy and justice to be the practice of our people and institutions.
• Pray for selfless love to run through the veins of our community.
• Pray for deep unity that exists amidst great diversity.
• Pray for every man, woman, and child to know and experience the hope found in Jesus and expressed by His people.
• Pray for health, healing, and recovery for all affected by the painful struggles of this life.