In December 2024, we ran an article about a former resident, Tony. Tony was in and out of jail for years, addicted to drugs and looking for answers. He stumbled into the Mission and heard a message of hope that would change his life.

After he received Christ, he joined our discipleship program, where he began to grow and see his life change. He states, “While in the Bible Program, I was still holding onto one thing: my family. Knowing they were out there, I didn’t know what was going on. I couldn’t let go. I loved them.”

His wife and two daughters eventually came to the Mission, where they were residents in our mothers and children division. His wife, Sabrina, was not happy that the family was dragged into a homeless shelter because of the actions of her husband; she had to adjust.

I remember both of his little daughters, and the prospect of an uncertain future consumed Sabrina’s mind. After Tony left, he joined a local church, got a job, and renewed his vows to Sabrina. And the best part, Sabrina accepted Christ and began to grow.

Their oldest daughter went off to Bible college and, upon graduation, started working in our Unshackled! department. When I congratulated her on her employment, I said this was a first for me: to see a homeless little girl now hired as a college graduate serving at the place you once lived is a blessing indeed. She stated that coming here was the best thing that could have happened. Praise the Lord that He not only saves and changes individuals but also transforms families.

Thank you for your love, prayer, and support.