Real People.
Real Hope. Real Jesus.

We believe no life is too broken, no past too messy, and no person too far gone. Hope Center is a place where chains break, lives change, and Jesus gets all the glory.

Our Mission

We are here to:

Reach

the hurting, the bound, and the forgotten.

Restore

broken lives through truth and the power of the Holy Ghost.

Release

Spirit-filled believers into purpose.

Our Story

We started as Apostolic Chapel—a humble church with a big heart. Today, as Hope Center Apostolic Church, we still carry that same burden: to be a lighthouse in Peru, IN. We’ve baptized addicts, welcomed skeptics, and seen God turn hopeless situations into testimonies.

What We Believe

One God (Deuteronomy 6:4) who was manifest in the flesh as Jesus Christ
The Bible is our final authority, forever settled
Repentance, water baptism in Jesus’ Name, and the infilling of the Holy Ghost are essential for salvation (Acts 2:38)
Holiness still matters. Doctrine still matters. Truth still sets people free.

Meet Pastor Brent Wedding

Pastor Brent doesn’t lead from a stage, he walks alongside people.

With nearly 30 years in ministry his heart is for the broken, the addicted, and the misunderstood. He preaches the Word with boldness and compassion. You’ll find him praying with folks at the altar, teaching hard truths with love, and making time for anyone who needs a shepherd.

Our Ministries

Hope Recovered

Faith-based recovery for those battling addiction and mental health struggles.

Children's Ministry

A safe, joyful environment where kids are taught truth in age-appropriate ways.

Worship + Word

Spirit-filled services that are both passionate and biblically grounded.

Hope Squad

Relevant and fun ministry that impacts Jr and Sr High students

Ounce of Hope

Ever heard someone say, “I don’t have an ounce of hope”? Ounce of Hope is our community outreach ministry that takes Hope to the streets! We believe a little Hope can go a long way!

New Name. Same Mission.

As we transition into Hope Center Apostolic Church, our mission stays the same: to bring hope to Peru, IN, one person at a time.

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