The Hearth

a cozy tea parlor & ministry space in
downtown hollister.

Over 175 teas...

Savor our curated & ever-growing selection of flavorful teas, locally roasted coffee, and fresh baked goods, perfect any time: day or night.

Charcuterie & More

Enjoy charcuterie and a seasonal menu crafted with love, bringing warmth and unique flavors to your palette. Follow us on Facebook to see what treats are on the menu this week & when we're making dinner. People love our brownies! YUM!
View our Menu.

We believe in slowing down to reconnect and engage with yourself, good people, and the Lord, in a place where you feel like you belong. Welcome to our home: designed for both introverts and extroverts. Curl up with a book in the library, sit with your furry friend on the patio, or drop by the fire for fellowship on Tuesdays & Thursdays at sunset.

Casual & Relaxing Atmosphere

the short story

Hurshman, Hudson, & Van Dyke have come together to bring you The Hearth. You'll find Caleb hosting conversations around the fire pit, you'll find Corbin brewing the best tea you've ever had, and you'll find Alena doing “all the things."

The three of us have “worked for God" full time for a few years, first separately, and then together, as the Lord brought us together to do life and ministry side by side.

The Lord started tugging on Corbin & Caleb's hearts many years ago, that there must be a place in downtown Hollister where the community could connect, slow down, and find their spiritual family. They both fondly and passionately speak about how transformative and healing late-night conversations were years ago on Downing Street. It was a special place for all the locals.

When we decided to recreate the Farmer's Market in downtown Hollister in summer 2025, we wondered if it was the precursor to building The Hearth. When the guys found out the space at 111 St. James was for rent, Corbin and Caleb immediately knew it was time. God intervened and quickly opened the doors for us to create this space for Him and for you.

The Hearth isn't just about good food & tea, it's “the place to be." It feels different, and we hope you'll come check it out.

Slow down & steep with us.
Engage with yourself, good people, and the Lord.
Find a place where you belong.

The Hearth is a branch of Alena Van Dyke Ministries, a 501(c)(3) parachurch ministry focused on community and prayer in Missouri.

We believe The Hearth is in God's heart for our community and part of His vision for Hollister. We see ourselves as stewarding His vision. The Hearth is not really ours, it's His. We work for Him. With that in mind, we humbly ask you to consider donating to the cause. Your gift is tax-deductabe.

we all need community...
we can't do it without you

Be Our Guest

111 Saint James Street
Hollister, MO 65672

Hours
12:00 pm-11:00 pm Tuesday-Saturday
Sunday & Monday CLOSED

We look forward to welcoming you warmly!