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Rejoice In Hope!

Why Support This Ministry?

Letty, Encouraged amid Challenges

"Especially now with all the changes and challenges in our lives, your work resounds that God remains as God; inviting us to be in relationship with Him. For me this has been a unique time to reflect on my response to God’s love. I’ve got a lot to work on- to let God work on, or to work with God on. Thank you for being present and working with God."

Parish Secretary, Grateful for Resources

"Pilgrim Center of Hope is a great place… THANK YOU to you all who work there to keep God’s word well presented to us. All are a blessing."

Young Adult (30s), Encouraged to Keep Faith

"I love your establishment… Every time I stop and open my emails, I’m never disappointed. I’m always encouraged."

Event Attendee, Inspired to Live Faith

"This has shown us what Christ can do in different situations. First we have to give all of our being to Christ for him to work through us so that then, we can turn around and be Jesus’ hands and feet to our community."

Jennifer, Helped through Difficulties

"Thank you for the wonderful things you do to alleviate the difficulties that people encounter in their daily lives and at the same, bringing hope, and preaching the Gospel of God!"

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2026 Honorees

Please join us in honoring Robert (Bob) & Dr. Jane Atkins for their extraordinary contributions to the local community, as our Missionary of Hope Award recipients!

Bob and Jane have been parishioners and supporters of the Church of the Holy Spirit since 2001. Bob shared his time and talent as an amateur photographer, creating memories of school and sports activities at Holy Spirit School, Holy Spirit CYO, and Incarnate Word High School. It was through Bob and Jane's support of the Guadalupe Radio Network (GRN) that they were introduced to Pilgrim Center of Hope (PCH). 

In 2018, Bob and Jane had a life-changing experience when they went on pilgrimage to Italy with PCH. From that time on, they became lifelong friends and supporters of PCH's mission. This spiritual renewal was further enriched when they visited the Holy Land with Deacon Tom and Mary Jane Fox, walking in the footsteps of Christ, where they were introduced to the "Who Is the Man of the Shroud?" Exhibit in Jerusalem, much like the one housed at PCH. Along with their participation in other PCH pilgrimages which have borne spiritual fruit in their family and community, the Atkins have been supporters of PCH conferences, events, and other evangelization efforts.

The Atkins started their journey of faith and love together in the Sacrament of Matrimony on December 28, 1991.  In 1995, they brought their daughter into this world. In 1998, they lost twins due to miscarriage, only to be blessed their son's birth the following year. Together, they have been surrounded with love by their large, extended family.

Bob graduated from Texas State Technical Institute in 1981, receiving an Associate of Applied Science degree in Air Conditioning Technology. He was employed as an Application/Software Engineer for 38 years by Johnson Controls, Inc., before retiring in 2019. In retirement, he earned his Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation, and now helps friends and family members plan their own retirement. 

Jane received her doctorate in Medicine in 1987 from LSU School of Medicine, New Orleans. She completed her residency in Pediatrics and fellowship in 1993 at Pediatric Infectious Diseases, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, and joined the faculty of University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, where she was promoted to Associate Professor of Pediatrics. With the loving support of Bob, in 2001, Jane took a huge leap of faith, abandoning her academic career to follow the “Little Way” of St. Therese, doing small things with great love, by starting a solo practice in Pediatric Infectious Diseases in San Antonio. On many occasions, she cared for children with serious, life-threatening illnesses. Dr. Atkins was humbled and inspired by the great faith, hope, and love of her patients' parents. It was during these times, she turned to prayer and adoration for these families, knowing that God could do so much more than she ever could.

In thanksgiving for their generous spirit of service, Pilgrim Center of Hope is pleased to honor the Atkins with the 2026 Missionary of Hope Award. We ask you to join us at Rejoice In Hope as a sign of gratitude.

2025 Recipients: Dr. Sonny and Judy Arkangel, 2024 Recipients: Dr. Mitchell & Christine Finnie, 2023 Recipients: Raymond & Mary Baird, 2022 Recipients: David & Janet Pollock, 2021 Recipients: Dennis & Joyce Ullrich

Rejoice in Hope Sponsors

Patrons of Hope

  • Dennis & Barbara Alvey
  • Robert & Jane Atkins
  • A Friend of PCH
  • A Friend of PCH
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Supporters of Hope

Supporters of Hope
  • A Friend of PCH

Advocates of Hope

  • Bruce & Nan Balfour
  • Chris & Patty Parma
  • Ron Racinowski
  • A Friend of PCH

Partners of Hope

  • Dr. Carmelito & Judy Arkangel
  • Jerome & Sara Anne Hoog
  • Deacon Jack & Dottie Nichols
  • David & Janet Pollock
  • Rudy & Yolanda Sotelo
  • Robert & Rosie Escamilla

Contributors of Hope

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  • Lou & Ceil Barbour
  • Jeremy & Julie Olson
  • Doug & Debbie Schueneman

Promoters of Hope

  • Marietta Alba
  • Bill & Melanie Brady
  • A Friend of PCH In Memory of Dan Calderon
  • Anastasia Dreighton
  • Hugo & Martha Martinez
  • John & Debbie McNair
  • John Christopher Maguire III

Why Support This Ministry?

Letty, Encouraged amid Challenges

"Especially now with all the changes and challenges in our lives, your work resounds that God remains as God; inviting us to be in relationship with Him. For me this has been a unique time to reflect on my response to God’s love. I’ve got a lot to work on- to let God work on, or to work with God on. Thank you for being present and working with God."

Parish Secretary, Grateful for Resources

"Pilgrim Center of Hope is a great place… THANK YOU to you all who work there to keep God’s word well presented to us. All are a blessing."

Young Adult (30s), Encouraged to Keep Faith

"I love your establishment… Every time I stop and open my emails, I’m never disappointed. I’m always encouraged."

Event Attendee, Inspired to Live Faith

"This has shown us what Christ can do in different situations. First we have to give all of our being to Christ for him to work through us so that then, we can turn around and be Jesus’ hands and feet to our community."

Jennifer, Helped through Difficulties

"Thank you for the wonderful things you do to alleviate the difficulties that people encounter in their daily lives and at the same, bringing hope, and preaching the Gospel of God!"

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