First Christian Church (FCC) will hold FCC on the Street to expand its ministry to the homeless in Sunnyslope on Sunday, Feb. 26.
The church’s website said they would host the initiative every second and fourth Sunday of the month. They explained that they want more church members to participate in helping those who live in the street at St. Vincent de Paul on 10th Avenue and Hatcher.
House of Refuge Sunnyslope
According to the House of Refuge website, the organization has been breaking the cycle of homelessness since 1988. They added that they offer more than transitional housing. They train individuals to lead people’s lives, allowing them to break free from homelessness.
In addition, they noted that they could shelter 35 men starting in two-person rooms on our main campus. The website stated that their program lasts one year, wherein participants join together for dinner on weeknights and attend Bible Study.
Besides, they said that male participants join the Celebrate Recovery program. As further mentioned, permanent residents in good standing can take advantage of further therapeutic services such as dental and vision programs.
Moreover, they said that they hold dental and vision programs. House of Refuge Sunny Slopes also provides Christian counseling, career preparedness, scholarships, and transformation for their program for working men.
Programs for Women
The website highlighted that they could shelter seven women in private apartments and homes. They explained that each lady shares a bedroom with another and eventually would move to their bedroom in a home.
As further explained, House of Refuge offers the same program to their female participants.
On the other hand, those women with kids have private apartments with one to two bedrooms, as noted on the website. They posted that they currently serve 25 families.
The website said the program for mothers and their kids lasts up to two years. The organization offers a kitchen for meal preparation for the residents and food boxes if necessary.
Mothers also participate in various training like Life Skills classes and Celebrate Recovery while their kids are cared for by the organization’s child care.
Residence of House of Refuge Sunnyslope
The website revealed that the House of Refuge Sunnyslope welcomes people coming from unemployment, jail, healing, or an endless cycle of homelessness. They noted that their residents enjoy a clean and safe shelter where their lives start to change.
According to the website, the organization has a personalized Vision for Victory approach to help the residents attain the ultimate goal of becoming self-reliant.
In addition, the House of Refuge Sunnyslope mentioned that the new residents must have work or actively looking for a job. They emphasized that they should not be a current user of alcohol or drugs.
Vision for Victory
The organization highlighted its Vision for Victory program, where residents could experience a resilient, Christ-centered, and thriving life. They want to achieve this program by focusing on four primary areas.
As further noted, the residents could achieve the Vision for Victory by being open to God and willing to accept learnings. Also, they added that they could be victorious by seeking healthy relationships and desiring financial stability.
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