One of the blessings of this season is the opportunity to hear from a variety of guest pastors and speakers. Each brings unique experiences, perspectives, and gifts for sharing God’s Word.
We believe God is actively at work in our church, encouraging us, growing our faith, and drawing us closer to Him. We’d love for you to join us each Sunday as we worship together and experience the many ways God speaks through His people.
Sunday, November 15th 11:00 am – Reverend Pat Reid
Pat’s lifelong love for the Lord has shaped her faith and ministry. Raised at Hopewell Church in the Kings Creek community of Blacksburg, SC, she has been a Presbyterian for as long as she can remember. Her church home later became McClintock Presbyterian in Charlotte, where she served as Ruling Elder, Youth Sunday School Teacher, and Presbyterian Women Bible Study Leader.
Pat has been active in Presbyterian Women at every level—including the 2008 USA Mission Experience and the 2012 Churchwide Gathering Planning Team—and has presented at Presbyterian Women Synod events. She holds degrees in theater education, counseling, and a Master of Divinity from Union Presbyterian Seminary. Ordained in 2018, Pat served as Stated Pastor of Third Street Presbyterian in Gastonia until her retirement.
Sunday, November 22nd 11:00 am –Reverend Alyce Kelly
Reverend Alyce Spells Kelly is an ordained Minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA), serving since 1995 and now honorably retired. She remains an active member of the Presbytery of Charlotte. Raised in a devoted church family as a proud Preacher’s Kid, Reverend Kelly learned early the call to serve both the church and the wider community. Her ministry has centered on preaching, teaching, mentoring, counseling, and writing, all grounded in her desire to share God’s Word with clarity and hope.
She is the author of two books: The Golden Boom: A Message of Hope and Promise to the Baby Boomer Generation and her most recent work, The Eighth Day: Preparation for Life After Death. In her writing and online ministry, she uses the acronym A.S.K. to express her core message—when we ask, God provides wisdom for our questions about faith and life.
Sunday Nov. 29th – Sunday, Dec. 20th 11:00 am Reverend Daniel Rushing
Reverend Daniel Rushing joins New Hope again for the season of Advent. He is a minister and chaplain with 20 years of pastoral ministry experience. Daniel has served congregations as a pastor, taught New Testament as adjunct faculty, and given spiritual care to people in healthcare settings. His written and published theological research reflects a lifelong commitment to helping people understand and live out the Christian faith.
Daniel is an active writer and blogger, and he shares his work regularly with readers beyond the pulpit. He enjoys football and reading, and treasures time with his family. He is married to Crystal, and they have two adult daughters, Bianca and Olivia.
Terry Foster serves as our Office Administrator and has been a joyful part of New Hope Presbyterian since September 2021. She is often the first friendly face (and voice) people encounter—greeting visitors, answering calls, managing bills, balancing accounts, and keeping our office running smoothly. Terry was born in Asheboro and moved to Dallas, N.C., with her family at age 12. In addition to her work at New Hope, she has been employed with H&R Block for 25 years. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, browsing thrift stores, and visiting her “happy place”—the beach.
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Dean Newkirk, who joined New Hope Presbyterian as our Director of Music in September 2025, brings nearly 30 years of experience in leading worship, creative ministries, and music production. A passionate worship leader and encourager, he has served in a variety of roles and leadership positions in both church and music industry settings. Dean’s career also spans the Christian music industry, where he managed over 1,000 projects at SONY Music/Provident Label Group. Dean looks forward to leading our congregation in vibrant, Christ-centered worship.