Chris Bell

Chris became involved in ministry as a teenager and has followed that calling for over 10 years. He was involved as lead singer and speaker for the regionally touring vocal group Vision, performing hundreds of concerts, recording three albums, and opening for major Christian acts like 4HIM and TRUTH.

Chris graduated from the University of Mobile in 2000 studying music, communications, and theology. He has been on staff with two large and fast-growing churches leading worship and student ministries. Chris has continued to have a solo speaking and music ministry to the church throughout this time. As the worship leader at Hope Church, Chris seeks to use all of his influence and gifts to support the vision of this dynamic modern church on the Gulf Coast. As a communicator and musician, Chris is involved in leading several areas of Ministry at Hope Church, including creative arts, students, and young adults. Chris is married to Nan, and together they have a son, Gabe.