Upward Sports

Upward is an evangelistic sports ministry specifically designed for K through 8th grade boys and girls that promotes salvation, character, and self-esteem in every child. Upward provides opportunities for all believers, no matter what denomination, to become meaningfully involved in the ministries of the church.

Hopewell is partnering with Calvary Fellowhip and Goshen Baptist Church to bring this exciting ministry to our children and community. Please contact Patty Wiehler with any questions or visit the Chester County Upward webpage for key dates.

Mission Statement

Upward is committed to doing whatever it takes to recognize that "Every Child Is A Winner" by promoting

SALVATION - to share the love of Jesus Christ with everyone involved in the Upward ministry
CHARACTER - to help every child grow as Jesus did - spiritually, physically, mentally, and socially
SELF-ESTEEM - to help every child grow in their understanding and enjoyment of sports

Guiding Principles

To achieve our mission with a Christ-like attitude, we are committed to:

Using ever-changing ways to share a never changing message
Promoting and protecting the mission of Upward Unlimited

Working together as a unified team to be a first-class, organized, and detailed evangelistic ministry
Always viewing conflicts as ministry opportunities
Reaching beyond denominational and cultural boundaries to encourage Kingdom Growth
Developing participants to share the love of Christ in and beyond Upward

To learn more about this national organization, check out the Upward website for parents.

Would you like to serve in Children’s Ministries? We are still looking for volunteers who would like to assist in Sunday School classrooms or provide time in any of our other ministries. Please email Patty Wiehler if you are interested.

Contact Us

Director of Children’s Ministries

Patty Wiehler

610-269-1545

Children’s Ministry Assistant

Kelly Rohrbaugh

Children’s Coordinator:

Amy Straub

Children’s Council:

Erica Griste

Holly Bright

Teri Blackburn

Suzanne McVay

Sarah Le Bourdonnec

Marsha Hodge

Erin Slye

Julie Straub

Cheri Miller

Tracey Lambe

Julie Frantz

Heather Wachter

Lisa Compher

Katy Garner

Deanne Moore

Preschool Director:

Donna Hepner

610-269-1545