Diane Stores

Diane Stores

Diane Stores is our Founder and Executive Director.

Door of Hope Ministries was born out of Pastor Diane Stores’ passion to minister internationally to those affected by abuse. Her vision is to help plant national and international shelters, host local and international conferences, and equip Christian leaders worldwide to effectively minister to the hurting in their community.

Personally, Diane survived a 25-year marriage that was filled with every form of abuse. In 1991, she found the strength and determination to escape and begin a new life with her children. Her life experience gives her a unique understanding of the needs of abused women and children.

For 20+ years, it has been her joy and privilege to help more than 2,000 individuals break free from the effects of abuse, while serving in the following roles:

• Associate Pastor at Bridgewood Community Church for more than 10 years.

• Development Director and Support Group Facilitator at Christian Recovery Counseling Center.

• Founder of one of the first Christian domestic abuse shelters in the U.S., and of Door of Hope. She has served as executive director of both ministries.

• Chaplain for 5+ years for the Blaine, Spring Lake Park, and Mounds View Police and Fire Departments.