Keep Rockin', Keep Walkin'

Lisa Clause, Chief Advancement Officer

The Wonder Women are a group of ladies currently led by Irene Hunley who are truly wonder-ful! This year marks the 20th Anniversary of a Walk and Rock for Hope event that raises money for HopeTree Family Services. This group of women gather donations and organize a walk for the church to participate in after church services each October.

“The Wednesday Wonder Women of Round Hill Baptist Church appreciate the success of the programs that HopeTree offers families in crisis,” explained Ms. Hunley. “This is what keeps us involved and will continue to do so as long as we are able. We are blessed as a small church to have the support of our congregation.”

This year, the sun shone as the congregation gathered for the service held in this small, historic church in the town of Round Hill in Loudoun County. Senior Pastor Chip Corbin and his son-in-law Pastor Cale Duncan make this a family commitment to the community. Lisa Clause, Chief Advancement Officer at HopeTree was invited to speak during church about the services offered by the Agency and the many needs they have for families.

After the service, the members young and old drifted to the fellowship hall where many folks had brought casseroles, fried chicken, salads, special food for the kids, and a bounty of desserts. The walls had been decorated with a shirt from each of the 20 years of walks. And a bulletin board shared pictures and information about the walk. The conversation and mood felt like being part of a family meal where long time church members and guests were welcomed.

Once the potluck lunch was complete, the group met for a picture. Then some sat on the porch to rock and others walked the two miles through the neighborhood. Over $2,025 was raised to help the programs at HopeTree. The Wonder Women also baked cookies to be distributed to those served by the Agency. Also, Roberta Hough sews quilts with the others in her group to share with girls at HopeTree Therapeutic Group Homes. This church is truly a blessing to HopeTree!