About US
Why is it so important?
Chances are, like most of us, you grew up thinking the Christian worldview of sex was more of a laundry list or a rulebook. But actually, God is a creative and profound Author, telling a compelling story through His design and purpose for sex. Here’s the tricky part. We live in a sexualized, digital age that mars the image of God and undermines the wholeness of individuals, families, and communities.
For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all people, instructing us to deny ungodliness and worldly desires and to live sensibly, righteously, and in a godly manner in the present age, looking for the blessed hope and the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Christ Jesus, who gave Himself for us to redeem us from every lawless deed, and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, eager for good deeds.
-TITUS 2:11-14 NASB 2020
How do we pursue a PURE life?
PRAY
The most powerful thing we can do. Through prayer, God helps us see our true selves, begins to change our hearts bringing us one step closer to the Pure One.
UNDERSTAND
This flows from intimacy and is fueled by wisdom. The closer we grow to Christ, the better we understand that we are made in His image and He is our only hope.
RESOLVE
You can’t do this on your own and must surrender your will for His. It says “Yes” to God and “No” to godlessness. It steps into the grace and freedom we have in Christ.
ENGAGE
It confronts evil courageously and the broken with empathy. It brings forth new life, new behavior and allows us to speak boldly about what God is doing as we walk in the light.
the pureHOPE team
Joshua Livingston
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Joshua Livingston
As Executive Director of pureHOPE, Josh focuses on relationship building, strategic planning, vision casting, and expanding the message of pureHOPE. Josh joined the team in January 2020 after serving for years as a board member and champion of pureHOPE.
Josh felt called to ministry at the age of 13 and has been in and around professional ministry his entire life as his family has been an integral part of Central Church in Charlotte, NC for more than 40 years. Growing up in church gave him many opportunities for outreach, mission trips, and leadership. He attended Lee University to pursue this ministry calling,and there he captained the baseball team, majored in Broadcasting, and minored in Bible. He has served in some form of ministry ever since—from church planting to pastoring to leading worship. In addition to leading a nonprofit ministry in Africa, Josh has also worked as a business advisor for two financial institutions, and as a Donor Advisor for KLOVE/Air1 Radio Networks.
What brings Josh the most joy is his family. He has been married to his beautiful wife Kate for 20 years and they have an 19-year-old son (Parker) who attends Samford University, and a 15-year-old daughter (Merritt) who is in 10th grade.
Josh is an avid golfer who also plays a lot of tennis and pickleball with his family.
Jasper Hall, Jr.
SPIRITUAL ADVISORY & OPERATIONS DIRECTOR
Jasper Hall, Jr.
As the Spiritual Advisory (SA) and Operations Director, Jasper focuses on leading and growing the SA offering, management, and oversight of operations, and expanding the message of pureHOPE. Jasper first came to pureHOPE from the corporate world where he served several years as a board member and chairman.
In his time at pureHOPE, he has established the expansion and growth of the ministry into countries such as Africa, and Pakistan. Organizationally he has established and streamlined several of our internal processes so that we can be more focused on ministry. Before joining our team, he spent over 20 years in IT management and people development. He also has a strong ministry background in music and organizational leadership, serving and partnering with multiple churches throughout the Carolinas.
After Jasper graduated from Winthrop University, he married Sandy, moved to Charlotte, and started their family. Now over 30 years later their 3 adult children are married and serving the Lord. Jasper is a passionate leader, a man who loves and cares well for family and friends with a heart to see people know Jesus and find true joy and fulfillment.
Beth Livingston
Communications Director
Beth Livingston
As Communications Director, Beth sets the tone and strategy for the ministry’s messaging. Working closely with all members of the pureHOPE team, Beth has the ability to bring visions to life through words on a page (or a screen). Beth is responsible for written content on the website, in the newsletters, and for ongoing digital and print communications.
Prior to joining the pureHOPE team in July 2023, Beth worked as the Assistant Director of Communications for the Ohio Senate.
Beth grew up in a home where the love of Jesus was not only taught but faithfully lived out which led her to make a decision for Christ at a young age. God has given Beth an empathetic heart, a glass-half-full outlook, and a soul that longs to see others experience His endless supply of love, joy, and peace.
Born and raised in the Midwest...earned a degree and found love in the South...Beth studied Public Relations at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee where she met her best friend, now husband, Jordan. They live in Columbus, Ohio (Go Bucks!) with their baby boy, Wells, who was born in March 2023.
Paola Canino
Creative Services & Projects Director
Paola Canino
Overseeing all visual aesthetics of the pureHOPE brand, Paola helps to create overall creative continuity for the ministry, as well as facilitates and manage logistics for special projects and events. After nearly 6 years as a graphic designer at Christ Fellowship Church in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, Paola joined the pureHOPE team summer of 2023. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from UNC Charlotte and has worked in both the ministry world, as well as the for-profit sector - serving in both creative and client service capacities - for the last 15+ years.
When she’s not designing, listening to music or trying out a new recipe, Paola loves spending time with her husband, Christian, and their two energetic boys, Julian and Sebastian. Also an avid fitness enthusiast, Paola loves sports and a little friendly competition, as she also has a background in group exercise instruction. She loves people and creating neat designs that have Kingdom impact.
Sandy Hall
Finance Manager
Sandy Hall
As Finance Manager, Sandy is responsible for accounting functions, data management, and financial reporting. Sandy is also responsible for several administrative functions—benefits, organizational policy, and procedure.
Sandy joined the pureHOPE team 3 years ago, hired to assist with book keeping, but she has been a friend and partner of the ministry for 15 years.
Homeschool mom and homemaker, Sandy is incredibly passionate about her family. Wife to Jasper Hall, of 31 years and mother to 3 adult children who are all married and serving the Lord, she understands the importance of raising children to know and walk in the truth of God’s word.
Our Board Members
Perry Robinson
Josh Livingston
Dale Coates
Gary Baughman
Jenni Coates
Jim Lanier
Renee Lanier
Jasper Hall Jr.