Miracle Hope 5K Run (Family Fun Run/Walk)

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Rocky Mount Church of God, Rocky Mount VA

Saturday, May 10th, 2025

🏃‍♀️ Event Overview

This annual event is in memory of Miracle Hope. Miracle was a true warrior! When she was born she was diagnosed with microcephaly cerebral palsy and later in life epilepsy. In her short life she and her family faced many battles. Through it all Miracle showed strength, courage, and love for everyone. She would light up any room she was in and taught many people what true unconditional love is. Miracle went to be with her creator in Heaven in November 2019 and her family and friends fondly remember her wonderful life every day.

🎉 Celebration Details

This year our event honors her 17th birthday and we are truly excited to celebrate her with our extended family and friends with this event raising money for a wonderful charity, Healing Strides located at 672 Naff Road in Boones Mill, Virginia. Miracle loved riding the horses as part of her therapy and we were so thankful to be connected to them as they were instrumental in Miracle's physical and mental health! We didn’t even know what an amazing connection was being formed long before sweet Miracle was born…

❤️ Connection Story

The Story of a Wonderful Connection from Carol Young, CEO, Healing Strides

Building Project: As my husband and I were building an addition to our home, we hired a contractor, Four Seasons HV AC company to install our heating and air system in our new addition.

Contractor's Demeanor: He always worked alone. One day he showed up to work and seemed to have a different demeanor about himself. He was sad, and quiet, unlike his normal self.

Prayer Together: I asked him if we could pray over the health of this grandchild and he said absolutely. We began to pray that this child would be born and would outlive the medical advice that they were given and that she would be a joy to those around her.

Miracle's Journey: I began to realize that this was Joe’s granddaughter, Miracle! She was indeed a miracle! We got her riding with great support from our Volunteers and Miracle was able to learn to have the strength to actually sit up. The smiles she had on the horse were wonderful.

🐴 About Healing Strides

Healing Strides of VA (HSVA) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization established in 1991. They are located on 28 acres with 2 large pastures, 5 paddocks, an enclosed arena, a Mental Health, Learning, and Coaching dedicated building, and a large outdoor arena. Their staff is professionally licensed, certified, or trained for their various expertise to serve our community!

Premier Accreditation: HSVA is the only Premier Accredited Center (PAC) with the Professional Association of Therapeutic Riding Int’l (PATH) in the Roanoke Valley. Through your participation and contributions, we will honor Miracle's courageous life and celebrate her 17th birthday.

📅 Packet Pickup Information

Packet Pickup will be at two locations:

Location: Rocky Mount Church of God, 1360 North Main Street Rocky Mount, VA 24151
Date & Time: Thursday, May 8th, 2025, 5pm to 7pm.

Location: Fleet Feet, 4347 Franklin Road SW Roanoke, VA 24018
Date & Time: Friday, May 9th, 2025, 11:30am to 6:00pm

Race Day Pickup: Additional Packet Pickup on Race-day will be available on-site at the Rocky Mount Church of God, Saturday May 10th, 7:15 a.m. until 7:45 a.m.

🏆 Awards Information

Awards for Overall and Age Groups will be as follows:

Overall Awards: The top three M/F runners overall will get a trophy.
Masters & Grand Masters: The top M/F Masters (40 and over) and Grand Masters (50 and over) winners will also receive trophies.
Age Group Awards: 16 Age group awards for male and female runners, medals to the top 3 in each age group.
Age Brackets: Includes for both male and female: 9 and Under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74-, 75-79, 80 & over.