Discover Hope Community Church: Our Mission, Values, and Team
Welcome!
It's the start of an amazing journey of faith
Our Church is the heart of the City of Lansing. We come from the neighborhoods and suburbs, from communities nearby and countries far away. No perfect people here! But with God’s help we are transforming our corner of the world by following the teaching of Jesus and helping each other live a life that reflects His values.

PRAYER
We value prayer as a way to gain inner peace, lasting hope, and outward direction.
WORSHIP
We value worship as the way we are filled and renewed, reminding us we are here for God, not for ourselves.
SERVICE
FAMILY
We value putting our faith into action, and putting the needs of others before our own.
We value children, their families, and the family we all find here.
DISCIPLESHIP
We value living like Jesus, and making disciples who live like him.
RELEVANCE
We value ministries that are relevant to life, and meet the spiritual, emotional, and physical needs of the people we serve.
SCRIPTURE
We value the Bible as the measure of how we live, and the revelation of how God lives in us.
LOVE FOR ALL
We value all people. Everyone matters. God loves us all.
Our Team
Eric
Senior Pastor
Eric Mulanda is originally from the Congo, studied in Zimbabwe, and just completed his graduate studies in Chicago. Speaks 5 languages, so he's bound to know yours!
Robert
Building Specialist
Robert Young organizes and cares for our 100 year old building and grounds. He is also a trained aviation mechanic and enjoys Japanese culture. Konnichiwa.
Rocky
Media Director
My name is Rocky Rodriguez, Media Director here at Hope Community Church. With over 20 years of experience in Entertainment, Technology, Finance, Production & Innovation, I look forward to working with the rest of the team as we build a brighter future together!
Sasha
Pianist
Originally from China, Sasha began studying piano at the age of five. She holds degrees from the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University (B.M., G.P.D.) and the Eastman School of Music (M.M.). She is currently pursuing the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in piano performance at the Michigan State University College of Music, where she studies with Professor Deborah Moriarty.
As an accompanist, Sasha has collaborated with the MSU Symphony Orchestra and the MSU Symphony Band. She also serves as accompanist for Hope Community Church.
Nancy
Associate Pastor
Greg
In-House Counselor
Greg Clevenger has taught social studies at the high school and college level for fifty years. He recently completed a Masters Degree in Counseling and offers pro bono (free) counseling services to Hope Community Church where he has been a lifelong member.
Felix
Bus Driver
Felix Miller holds a steady hand to the driving wheel of our church bus while driving families in from all parts of town. Also the person to call if you want to play pickup basketball in our gym!
Gabriel
Choir Director
Gabriel Lockheimer Toso is the Choir Director at Mount Hope. He studied music at Concordia College and Michigan State University, touring with the Concordia Choir. He is excited to share that tradition at Mount Hope by leading the choir in music that uplifts and inspires the congregation.
Jacob
Band leader
Jacob Garcia leads our house band at the 11:00 service. He loves music and has enough versatility to go from rap to Johnny Cash.
Audrey
Senior Coordinator
Audrey Putman runs our many programs for seniors. From Adventure Group to Senior Exercise, you'll find Audrey keeping everyone active and connected.
Michaella
Office Manager
Noxolo
Nursery Coordinator
Noxolo Yvette Khaka. I am from Zimbabwe. I am a Nursery coordinator. I am blessed to speak three languages. I am a mother and I love children. Children are God's gifts to us. God bless you us.
Eric
Senior Pastor
Eric Mulanda is originally from the Congo, studied in Zimbabwe, and just completed his graduate studies in Chicago. Speaks 5 languages, so he's bound to know yours!
Jacob
Band leader
Jacob Garcia leads our house band at the 11:00 service. He loves music and has enough versatility to go from rap to Johnny Cash.
Greg
In-House Counselor
Greg Clevenger has taught social studies at the high school and college level for fifty years. He recently completed a Masters Degree in Counseling and offers pro bono (free) counseling services to Hope Community Church where he has been a lifelong member.
Rocky
Media Director
My name is Rocky Rodriguez, Media Director here at Hope Community Church. With over 20 years of experience in Entertainment, Technology, Finance, Production & Innovation, I look forward to working with the rest of the team as we build a brighter future together!
Machealla
Office Manager
Joseph
Choir Director
From Detroit, Michigan, Joseph Cross is a student at Michigan State University studying music education and vocal performance. Joseph enjoys singing, especially in choir, and is very excited to work with the Hope Community Church Chancel Choir.
Nancy
Associate Pastor
Robert
Building Specialist
Robert Young organizes and cares for our 100 year old building and grounds. He is also a trained aviation mechanic and enjoys Japanese culture. Konnichiwa.
Audrey
Senior Coordinator
Audrey Putman runs our many programs for seniors. From Adventure Group to Senior Exercise, you'll find Audrey keeping everyone active and connected.
Felix
Bus Driver
Felix Miller holds a steady hand to the driving wheel of our church bus while driving families in from all parts of town. Also the person to call if you want to play pickup basketball in our gym!
Sasha
Pianist
Originally from China, Sasha began studying piano at the age of five. She holds degrees from the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University (B.M., G.P.D.) and the Eastman School of Music (M.M.).
She is currently pursuing the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in piano performance at the Michigan State University College of Music, where she studies with Professor Deborah Moriarty.
As an accompanist, Sasha has collaborated with the MSU Symphony Orchestra and the MSU Symphony Band. She also serves as accompanist for Hope Community Church.
Noxolo
Nursery Coordinator
Noxolo Yvette Khaka. I am from Zimbabwe. I am a Nursery coordinator. I am blessed to speak three languages. I am a mother and I love children. Children are God's gifts to us. God bless you us.