Weddings & Funerals
Every major milestone in life deserves a foundation that holds.
Walking With Families, Every Season
Some of life's most defining moments happen inside these walls — a covenant made, a life celebrated, a child welcomed. New Hope Cathedral's pastoral team doesn't just officiate these moments; we walk families through them, with the same conviction and care whether it's a wedding altar, a graveside, or a nursery dedication.
Weddings
Marriage is a covenant, not just a ceremony. Our pastoral team officiates weddings for couples who want their union built on a biblical foundation from day one. That means real premarital preparation, honest conversations about what marriage requires, and a wedding day rooted in something stronger than a moment — a lifelong commitment made before God and this community.
Funerals
When a family is grieving, New Hope shows up. Bishop Leaphart-Mack regularly officiates Celebration of Life and funeral services, bringing both comfort and hope grounded in Scripture. These services aren't just about closure — they're about honoring a life while pointing grieving hearts toward the promise of resurrection. Our pastoral team walks with families before, during, and after the service.
Baby Dedications
Every child is a gift, and every dedication is a commitment. Parents bring their children before the church family to dedicate them to the Lord — publicly declaring their intent to raise that child in faith, with New Hope standing alongside them as an extended family committed to that same mission. It's one of the most hope-filled moments this house celebrates.