See also:
Food Ministry
Also on Find Christian Links:
Get Involved | Abuse Ministry | Post-Abortion Recovery Ministries | Prison Ministry | Pro-Life Ministry
Sharing the Gospel | Short-Term Mission Trips | Sports Ministry | Support Our Troops | Trafficking Ministries
Food Ministry
Also on Find Christian Links:
Get Involved | Abuse Ministry | Post-Abortion Recovery Ministries | Prison Ministry | Pro-Life Ministry
Sharing the Gospel | Short-Term Mission Trips | Sports Ministry | Support Our Troops | Trafficking Ministries
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Bridge of Hope. "Whether you are an individual, Christian agency or faith community, you can make a difference in ending family homelessness. Start making an impact and get involved."
Bridge of Hope mission: "To engage Christian faith communities in ending family homelessness through neighboring relationships that demonstrate Christ’s love." They have a unique ministry model: a three-way partnership among families facing homelessness, church-based Neighboring Volunteers trained to provide practical support and encouragement, and professional staff. Be sure to visit this site and learn how you can get involved. Learn how you can launch a local program, volunteer, provide resources, and more. |
ChristianMinistryEDU.org. Post: "A Christian Leadership Guide to Careers in Homeless Outreach Ministry."
Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (Southern Baptist Convention). Article: "5 principles for ministering to the homeless" by Cameron Presson.
Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (Southern Baptist Convention). Article: "5 principles for ministering to the homeless" by Cameron Presson.
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Fred Jordan Missions. Fred Jordan Missions, based in Los Angeles, California, is called to "Declare and Demonstrate the Love of Jesus to the Poor." Take time to browse through the site and see how God has used these giving people through the years to make a difference! If God has placed this kind of ministry in your heart, I believe you will be inspired and emboldened to reach out with your own homeless ministry. And you will find lots of ideas. Prayerfully seek God about what He would have you do!
Their stated vision: We declare God’s love by preaching and teaching His Word through Chapel Services, Bible Studies, Special Events, Community Outreaches, Discipleship Training, Television, Radio, Social Media, and any other means available to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. We demonstrate God’s love by helping meet the physical needs of men, women, and children. We provide hot meals, food bags, |
snacks, cold water, bottled drinks, clothing, shoes, hygiene products, blankets, household goods, toys, and other items provided by corporations, churches, parachurches, Christian organizations, and caring individuals. Read about this in more detail here.
Gospel Coalition. Article: "A Gospel for the Homeless" by Kevin Deane.
Invisible People. Valuable insights on a rotating shelter model.
Invisible People. Valuable insights on a rotating shelter model.
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New Orleans Mission. Learn how they provide comprehensive assistance and support to individuals in need. They offer two options to address the unique needs of those they serve: a 21-day guest stay and their year-long discipleship program. The 21-day guest stay is designed to provide immediate relief and support. The year-long discipleship program offers a transformative experience. You may not be ready yet to provide such an expansive ministry, but I encourage you to read through their site for motivating ideas you may be able to use. Who knows where the Lord will take you? |
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Operation Care International. Mission statement: "Operation Care International exists to glorify God. In obedience to His will, we connect impoverished children and the homeless to Jesus Christ by providing for their spiritual and physical needs through God’s provisions both at home and abroad." Visit their site to learn more about what they are doing and how you can get involved! |
Peoria Rescue Ministries. You will find many ideas here. "Through our five areas of ministry, we provide food, shelter, clothing, counseling, pregnancy & parenting services, and renewal programs to the people of Central Illinois."
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Phoenix Rescue Mission. "Phoenix Rescue Mission provides comprehensive, Christ-centered solutions for men, women and children trapped in cycles of homelessness, addiction and poverty." Read about what they are doing. So many ideas for you. And helpful posts like "Homelessness in On the Rise--What Can I do?" and "Bringing Care and Christ to the Streets--What Does a Case Manager Do?" Be sure to check this out. |
The Sheepfold. Article: "How to Start a Shelter."
Shepherd's Arms Rescue Mission. Learn how God has used Mary Ann and Jim Sanders to make such a difference in the lives of so many women, youth, and children. This is a transitional Christ-centered shelter of homeless women with children, not an emergency shelter. Their goal is to restore dignity and self-worth according to biblical principles, winning the residents to Jesus and discipling them to mature as believers. They teach practical daily-living lessons and prepare them to live and thrive in the community. (Mary Ann and Jim are friends of mine. It is awesome to see the miracles God has done in this ministry.)
Shepherd's Arms Rescue Mission. Learn how God has used Mary Ann and Jim Sanders to make such a difference in the lives of so many women, youth, and children. This is a transitional Christ-centered shelter of homeless women with children, not an emergency shelter. Their goal is to restore dignity and self-worth according to biblical principles, winning the residents to Jesus and discipling them to mature as believers. They teach practical daily-living lessons and prepare them to live and thrive in the community. (Mary Ann and Jim are friends of mine. It is awesome to see the miracles God has done in this ministry.)
Tell About Your Homeless Ministry
Are you involved in a homeless ministry? Tell me about it! I'd love to write an article about it to feature on this page. Tell about what has worked and what hasn't. Most importantly, tell how God is working through the ministry to change lives--the lives of the homeless people and the lives of the volunteers.
Books About Homeless Ministry
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Same Kind of Different As Me: A Modern-Day Slave, an International Art Dealer, and the Unlikely Woman Who Bound Them Together By Ron Hall & Denver Moore with Lynn Vincent / Thomas Nelson Denver Moore grew up in Louisiana in the 1960's, working on a plantation as a modern-day slave. Ron Hall is an international arts dealer who moves between upscale New York galleries and celebrities. It seems unlikely that these two men would meet under normal circumstances. Until Deborah Hall, Ron's wife meets Denver and sees him through God's eyes of compassion. When Deborah is diagnosed with cancer she charges Ron with the mission of saving Denver. From this request, an extraordinary friendship forms between Denver and Ron, changing them both forever. A remarkable true story of friendship and unconditional love! |
