Bob
"I never even knew CityTeam could help me. All
I wanted was some food - I was hungry". Bob,
now four months into recovery, sat across the room
from me, sharing with me his gratefulness to God for
the new direction in his life. "I am so glad
that CityTeam offered me more than just a meal. You've
given me a new chance at life!"
Bob, like many others who wander in off the streets,
lonely and full of despair, has found that he can
change. But change requires hard work, and a willingness
to do what it takes to get well. We at CityTeam have
discovered that most homeless people do not want to
be homeless, are not lazy, and if given a chance will
honestly try to change. We would appreciate it very
much if you as a supporter of CityTeam would pray
for our staff who teach and administrate the recovery
program. We thank God for guys like Bob who are genuinely
trying to change. But learning to deal with life without
drugs is pretty stressful - and even scary. We are
committed to helping people like Bob find a new and
meaningful life.
Darnell
Darnell was thrown out of his brother's home
on Christmas day. What a great present ! Darnell had
been to CityTeam before. It was a place he could go
to church and feel comfortable …accepted ...not
looked down upon for his drug habit.
Hungry and alone, he found his way back to the familiar
place on Washington Street, where he knew he could
find a meal, shelter and some encouragement.
One of the mission staff took the time to talk to
Darnell, allowing him the dignity to be able to tell
his story and share his troubles with someone who
cared. He was impressed by the genuineness of the
people at the mission, and saw for himself how the
people cared for people in crisis… people like
him. Darnell applied and was accepted onto the recovery
program, and has made great strides toward turning
his life around. He has reconciled with his family,
and is enjoying an old family tradition once again
- producing gospel music with his brothers. Isn't
God good!
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