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'''Christ Our Hope Catholic Church''' is in [[Georgia]] ([[United States]]) and is part of the [[Archdiocese of Atlanta]].

It is dedicated to Christ Our Hope.{{Parish
|Dedication=Christ Our Hope
|ShortName=Christ Our Hope Catholic Church
|ParishLocation=33.708834, -84.123387
|MailingAddress=1786 Wellborn Road, Lithonia, GA 30058
|Diocese=Archdiocese of Atlanta
|Deanery=Northeast Deanery
|City=Lithonia, GA
|County=DeKalb County
|AdministrativeSubdivision=Georgia
|Country=United States
|ParishWebsite=https://christourhopeatl.org/
|ParishFounded=1984
|ParishSchool=No
|ParishEmailAddress=christourhopecc@yahoo.com
}}

==History==
Christ Our Hope Catholic Church was established in 1984 in Lithonia, Georgia, making it the first Catholic Church in the area. The parish was named after the opening words of 1 Timothy 1:1, "Christ Jesus, Our Hope." This church was founded to serve the diverse community of Lithonia, which includes a significant number of parishioners from over 50 countries, predominantly from Africa and the Caribbean. The parish has been described as culturally rich and diverse, fostering a sense of unity and family among its members. It has been known for its welcoming environment, where each mass begins with a welcome for all visitors, emphasizing hospitality and community. Christ Our Hope has also been recognized for its music ministry, having received grants to enhance its liturgical and musical programs.<ref name="parish-info">[https://christourhopeatl.org/about/ Christ Our Hope Catholic Church - About]</ref><ref name="ocp-grants">[https://georgiabulletin.org/news/2024/12/two-parishes-awarded-ocp-grants-to-strengthen-music-programs/ Two Parishes Awarded OCP Grants to Strengthen Music Programs]</ref>

==Related parishes==
- St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Decatur, GA
- St. Pius X Catholic Church, Conyers, GA

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