A fresh wave of spiritual energy is sweeping across the St. Louis metro area as Hope Rally 2025, a two-week citywide revival, brings together churches, pastors, and community members under one powerful message of renewal and restoration. Hosted at Northside Seventh-day Adventist Church, where Pastor Trevor Barnes serves as senior pastor, the revival runs from June 22 to July 5 and is already transforming lives through powerful preaching, passionate worship, and united community outreach.
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Each night, the church fills with attendees eager to hear Pastor Debleaire Snell, speaker/director of Breath of Life Ministries, unpack the life-changing truths of God’s Word. Worship is led by Singing Evangelist Tamara Bodie, with musical guests Jonathan Nelson (June 22), Melvin Crispell III (July 2), and Myron Butler & Levi (July 5). The event offers free dinner at 6 p.m., children’s programming, and transportation to make it accessible to all.
“This has been one of the most energetic and united evangelistic efforts I’ve witnessed in St. Louis,”
said Northside’s pastor. “There’s a real sense that something special is happening.”
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Churches across the St. Louis Area Ministries (SLAM) network—representing the Central States Conference—have joined forces to make the event possible. “It’s not just one church—it’s the entire Adventist community here,” he said.
“People are staying late, volunteering, and doing whatever it takes to make this a success.”
The nightly services feature high praise, energetic choirs, and deeply resonant messages. A unique feature is the Bible study graduation ceremony, which has inspired many to begin or complete Breath of Life’s study courses. “One person started the lessons on Sunday and received their certificate by Wednesday,” the pastor shared. “It’s exciting to see people hungry for the Word.”
Hope Rally 2025 is supported by a team of 13 Bible workers—eight from Breath of Life, two full-time local workers, and several part-time workers—who are actively studying with attendees and helping connect guests with the gospel.
“Having Pastor Snell here has raised the bar,” the church leader continued.
“His presence has brought credibility, energy, and a renewed excitement about evangelism. We’re seeing people come out who haven’t attended past meetings or week-of-prayer events.”
He also noted a cultural shift within the congregation: “Pastor Snell’s casual, relatable approach has helped break down barriers. We’ve encouraged our members to make visitors feel welcome—less formality and more authenticity.”
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Prior to the revival, several health improvement centers across the city offered cooking classes and lifestyle seminars. At least two participants from Tabernacle of Praise’s cooking class are now attending nightly meetings and preparing for baptism.
Still, he believes the work is just beginning. “We need our members to not just attend, but to invite their friends and family. That’s how the message will spread.”
He asked for prayer for three specific things:
- That members will feel inspired to personally invite others.
- That those who’ve received flyers, mailers, or seen digital ads will be drawn by the Holy Spirit to attend.
- That the meetings will remain centered on God’s purpose and leading.
As the revival continues, the spirit of unity and mission is clear. “Hope Rally 2025 isn’t just about high attendance or big names,” the pastor emphasized.
“It’s about reaching souls, and we’re seeing the Holy Spirit at work.”
Whether through Bible study, worship, or a simple meal and conversation, the revival is making a lasting impact. For Northside’s church family, this is more than an event—it’s a movement of hope.
The series will conclude on Sabbath, July 5, with a powerful GC Worship Experience at Friendly Temple Church (Main Campus), located at 5515 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., St. Louis, MO. The Divine Worship Service at 11:00 a.m. will feature a message from Pastor Snell and music by Myron Butler & Levi and the Spring into Praise Mass Choir. That evening, a 6:00 p.m. concert led by the choir will close the revival with joy and praise. All are invited to join in celebrating what God has done.
PC: Bernard Morris
Curated and edited by Hugh Davis, with assistance from ChatGPT.
