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Bridging Families Out of Homelessness
Posted by Rich
Two years ago, 35-year-old Rita Pulley and her two children were sleeping on a stranger’s couch. That was before she came to the Bridge (southwestleadership.org) - a Phoenix ministry that has helped homeless families back on their feet since 1989. Pulley was extremely grateful for the free apartment, career guidance and chance for a fresh start. But it was the everyday activities with her assigned church team that she says grounded her and kept her on the road to financial and emotional recovery.
“When you come from a world of drugs where there is no commitment, you’re used to doing your own thing.” Pulley explains. “My church team demonstrated commitment, and they modeled stability.”
The program’s volunteer church teams, each from one of 11 local churches, role model a healthy family environment by hosting monthly dinners; planning family-oriented outings; providing emotional support and inviting the family to church.
“They provide an emotional connection to the community.” says Bridge program director Amy Seizer. “With that connection you have the possibility for healing.
— S.L. (From the most recent issue of Outreach Magazine)