Center of Hope International

About this church

Center of Hope International, a church also incorporated as Long Island City Gospel Church, meets at 12-11 40th Avenue in Long Island City, Queens. In-person worship is held every Sunday at 11 a.m., and a virtual service is offered online on Sundays at 9 a.m. The church traces its start to a vision received in 1987 for an outreach ministry in Astoria, a move to Long Island City in 1991, and a move into its current building in 1999. Its stated aim is to teach and preach the Word of God with simplicity and apply it to everyday life, with a message of salvation, healing, deliverance, and prosperity in Jesus Christ.

Ministries listed include a men's ministry called the Brotherhood, a women's department active since 1991, and a youth ministry that works with a children's choir parents association. The site also lists a Bible institute and the Bread of Life Food Pantry, which serves residents of Queensbridge, Ravenswood, and Astoria Houses. The ministries page describes Urban Upbound, a nonprofit offering employment services, financial counseling, youth programs, and a credit union to public housing residents. A contact form lets visitors share the number and ages of children before a first visit. Confirm service times and pantry hours on the website.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Service times and church overview · Church history and vision · Ministries and food pantry · Contact and address

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