Free At Last!
During the pandemic the Chaplaincy continues to touch lives. Carol Critcher, the Chaplaincy Office Manager, had this recent experience, “John” had just served 24 years in prison and was released only a...
View ArticlePraying with the Homeless II
She is a small woman in her 50s with an easy smile. She explains she has been homeless for at least 5 years. “I am waiting for an appointment with Community Bridges.” Like many who use the services of...
View ArticleChanged Lives
“God is changing my life. I am trusting God to help me deal with my apartment and my belongings.” The above words by a resident of Ozanam (OZ as its residents call it) Manor, a 66-bed residence for...
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An Encounter By Our Office Manager Carol
“John” had just served 24 years in prison and was released only a few days earlier. Incredibly, he was the only person in a room full of people who rushed over to help me. It was 9 am on a sizzling...
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When the Spirit Moves
“John” had just served 24 years in prison and was released only a few days earlier. Incredibly, he was the only person in a room full of people who rushed over to help me. It was 9 am on a sizzling...
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Bringing Hope to Veterans This Veteran’s Day
Today, our nation celebrates Veteran’s Day. On a day when we should be recognizing the sacrifice of many who gave their lives for our freedom, there are many whose service is causing them to wonder,...
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Changing the lives of People on the Street each day
Each day, chaplains, both paid staff and volunteers encounter people experiencing homelessness. Here is a recent encounter by Chaplain Darwin: I met Richard at St. John’s Lutheran Church’s Food Bank....
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Changing the lives of People on the Street each day II
I met Doug at the Saint Vincent de Paul Sunnyslope Dining Room. He told me had had homeless for about 6 months. During this time he lost his job and was struggling to get his life back together. This...
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May Christ Be Born in Us – Christmas 2020
Today all of Christendom celebrates the birth of Jesus in a manager in Bethlehem. What does it mean for us? Theologians have written volumes on the meaning of Christmas. One such theologian was Symeon...
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Love For Mammas- Mothers Day 2021
Mother’s Day pays special tribute to the hard work and dedication of millions of great mothers who worked hard and sacrificed to raise children and support the family. For homeless moms, life has been...
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