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Jim Cooper
Elder
Jim and Alisa were both born and raised in the Roanoke area. They met in high school and started dating Junior year. They both have attended Hope Bible Church since they were teenagers, and Jim was "born and raised" at Hope. He trusted Christ as his Savior at the age of 7 and was baptized as a sign of his salvation. The Lord has blessed them with two children who love God, Allison (husband, Andrew Clark) and Ethan. Jim's favorite Bible verse is Romans 10:9-10, "For if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For one believes with the heart and so is justified, and one confesses with the mouth and so is saved". Jim and Alisa love this verse because it shares the Gospel plainly and leaves no doubt for the believer. Jim and Alisa enjoy playing tennis, walking, biking, playing a good round of golf, and doing puzzles.
Pete Hite
Elder
Pete and his wife, Patty are no strangers to Hope Bible Church. They have been involved with our church since they were children. They were both born and raised in Roanoke, VA and grew up together. Pete trusted Jesus Christ as his Savior when he was 9 years old during Hope's Bible school. Patty trusted Jesus as her Savior as a child as well. Pete and Patty served as Hope's Youth leaders for 25 years. Patty was the church secretary when Bill Byers was the pastor. Pete was the treasurer for many years with the Blue Ridge District Camp, which was associated with Hope Bible. In recent years, Pete and Patty have served the Lord and their church family as the Adult Sunday School teacher (Pete) and the Children's Sunday School teacher (Patty). Truly, these two have a heart for the Lord, His Word, and to serve others. Pete's favorite verse in the Bible is Ephesians 2:8,9 - "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not a result of works, so that no one may boast." This verse is his daily reminder that EVERYTHING in our life and salvation is accomplished by God. Patty's favorite verse is Romans 8:26-27, "Now in the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know what to pray for as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of God." Patty loves this verse because it is the Truth that God helps us during the hardest situations. Pete can usually be found at the golf course during his free time, while Patty can be found in her garden.
Dan Lythgoe
Elder
Dan and Sheila both received Jesus Christ as their Savior as children. They have been at Hope Bible Church for over 30 years, and have served the Lord in various ministry roles. They have two adult children, who also know and love the Lord Jesus. For both Dan and Sheila, Proverbs 3:5-6 is their favorite verse. "Trust in the Lord will all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." Of this verse they say, "When we walk with the Lord in all aspects of our lives, we grow a lifestyle of trust, humility, and submission to God." Dan enjoys fishing, hunting, and golfing. Sheila enjoys reading, spending time with her family, and making crafts.
Shirley Cooper
Organist
Shirley came to faith in Jesus Christ when she was 10 years old at a revival meeting. She has been a member of Hope Bible for 60 years. She was born and raised in Bedford County, attended Bob Jones University for 2 years, and married her high school sweetheart. They were married for 62 years. Shirley has 5 children (elder Jim Cooper is her son), 12 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. After the children started school, she went back to school as well, and received her teaching degree from Radford College. She taught Elementary school in Roanoke County for 25 years. Truly, Shirley has been a Proverbs 31 woman! Shirley's favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Him who strengthens me." Of this verse Shirley says, "this verse assures me that I can rely on His Strength to do whatever He asks me to do according to His Will." Shirley has certainly lived out this verse for her Lord throughout life. Shirley enjoys playing piano/organ, doing crossword puzzles, and growing different plants and flowers. She loves spending time with her children and grandchildren, participating in water aerobics, and attending Bible study. She is one busy lady, and we as a church family appreciate all she does.