Meet the team
Henriët Schapelhouman—Mom of an addict, wife, and lead pastor for True Hope Community Church. Started a group for families of addicts that met weekly for support. This group became the True Hope Community team. "My passion is to help people to heal and grow in all aspects of life so they can become all that God designed them to be. This journey of addiction isn't one I thought I'd be on. However, I'm so grateful to God that He carried us through and now is using our story to help others on this similar journey." [email protected]
Harrison Schapelhouman—Former addict, pastor and mentor, True Hope Community Care Pastor. Leading a support group for addicts at True Hope Community Church on Sunday afternoons. Available to speak to youth groups, high school and junior high students, parent groups and recovery groups.
Ann Chambers—Friend of addicts, mom and wife, small group leader, meals coordinator for True Hope Community Church.
Piper Mazarac—Family of an addict, mom and wife, hospitality coordinator for True Hope Community Church.
Tamara Hill—Mom and sister of an addict, True Hope Community Advocate.
Fred Schapelhouman—Dad of an addict, husband, facilities coordinator for True Hope Community Church.
Our story
As a family surprised by the challenges and pain of drug addiction, we found our path to survival through community, prayer and Jesus. Our child started drinking in his early teens and eventually became an IV drug addict. Our journey included multiple detox centers, six treatment centers, court, jail and so much more. Our adult son now is over 3 years clean and sober but still dealing with the consequences of his choices.
True Hope Community started as a gathering of 4 couples with children dealing with heroin addiction. We gathered for dinner, shared our stories and prayed together. We found hope in the encouragement and unconditional love of our small community. Our desire was to share our hope with other families struggling with addiction. We told our stories, learn from Scripture, pray, and focus on the hope Jesus offers.
What qualifies us? Primarily, having lived the life of a family of a drug addict. Additionally, we bring the roles of pastor, coach, mentor and parent to this community. Other people bring their own experiences.