It was at that moment that the Dial Hope outreach ministry began.

As a senior pastor of a church in Duluth, Minnesota, Roger took it upon himself to create a ministry to help those who were in a position like his. He woke up every day at 5 A.M. to record an inspirational telephone message and a prayer. The messages resonated with many people who were spiritually hungry or looking for comfort. People began to call 24 hours a day – 7 days a week.
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During the mid-2000’s this ministry grew rapidly, and when Roger moved to Sarasota, he drew upon members of the community to help him expand their outreach. They formed a Board of Directors and transitioned from a church-based ministry to a nonprofit organization. They also developed an online presence with a website and a Facebook page, and began to offer free daily emails – with a text copy of the message.

Early on, when Roger and his wife Char would go on vacation, Roger would ask his friends and colleagues to stand in as Guest Pastors. One of the first Guest Pastors was Rev. Joe Albright, then the Associate Pastor at First Presbyterian Church, Sarasota.

When Roger passed away in the summer of 2011, the board of directors asked Joe to consider taking over this ministry, as Roger had left them with his name. Joe responded enthusiastically. “I was deeply honored. I love this ministry and I am passionate about continuing it because I know that it touches lives.”

Dial Hope’s ministries are far-reaching, spreading hope and inspiration to people of different faiths and backgrounds from all over the country as well as women and men in the armed forces overseas. We reach other people who don’t go to church – but who are spiritually seeking. We reach others still who are going through difficult times, people in the hospital and in nursing homes. Some people use us as a daily devotional to strengthen their spiritual life.
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We are completely funded by the donations of people who love Dial Hope. There are, of course, opportunities for folks to give online. Today Dial Hope continues to spread “ripples of hope” across the country. Rev. Joe Albright continues to write and record daily messages. In addition, we have eleven regular guest pastor contributors. They live all over the nation and represent different denominations. They bring unique perspectives on life and faith, and are a huge blessing. 

Friend of Dial Hope, please call, visit our social media, sign up for emails, or visit our website any time, day or night, and as often as you choose.