Bike Hope Love began in 1987 as a small group of Methodist cyclists called Pedaling Parsons that shared a passion for cycling, community and helping their vulnerable neighbors.
They had the idea that instead of just riding for fun and fitness, they could ride with a purpose. The vision of that founding group resulted in a decades-long movement that has pedaled over 18,000 miles and has raised over $900,000 for mission projects in the U.S. and around the world.
Today- these former “Pedaling Parsons” aren’t just clergy, but are made up of both pastors and laypeople. Some ride bikes and others are part of the support team that keeps the riders on the road, gets them to their destinations, refreshes and feeds them on the tour and helps them when they break down, get lost, or get hurt. Bike Hope Love riders are husband and wife, father and son, father and daughter, mother and son teams; they are retirees; they are youth; and they range in age from 9 to 83. This community of cyclists don't mind riding in the rain or sleeping on church floors. They love God, meeting new friends, and the adventure of serving God and others.