Rescued from drugs and despair
As Rafael reaches across the table to pray with a friend, the tattoos on his arms give a glimpse into his story… On his left forearm, Jesus holding a lamb….
Category Archives : Stories of Hope
God Blessed Me with the Lighthouse Mission: A Poem
The Lighthouse Mission is the place that gave me back my life I started coming here after becoming homeless and a divorce from my wife I was with my wife…
You Built Up Neil’s Faith
Your support took Neil from searching for answers to taking part in what God is doing. In his words, “Thank you, Jesus!” Neil moved from Trinidad to Washington, D.C. with…
Thank You for Making the Christmas Meal Delightful!
What a day! At the Lighthouse Mission 2019 Christmas Meal, 362 people enjoyed a special Christmas dinner. Over 90 volunteers served, Garden Spot donated greens, a volunteer made centerpieces, Assumption…
You Empowered a Divine Connection
Street Connect volunteers spotted a gentleman walking down Northwest Avenue who looked lost. They quickly pulled over to offer him some supplies and asked if there was anything else they…
You Helped Save Daikson
Daikson gives God the glory and his gratitude to you and the Mission for the changes in his life. You gave him tools to stay sober and the chance to…
A Redemptive Story
There was recently a beautiful, tender, and powerfully redemptive experience that I had the honor of witnessing. This momentous occasion was an example of God making a way where there…
A Reciprocal Blessing
My volunteer journey began when I found myself out of work and feeling sorry for myself. I saw this quote that said, “When you are feeling small, do something for…
God Can Change Anybody
Jesus removed the pain Robert had deep inside. He now lives in clean and sober housing and works at the Mission! None of these changes would have been possible without…
You Gave Shawn Hope & Healing
For most of her life, Shawn felt like she was falling through the cracks. Through your help, the light of Jesus shone down through those cracks and saved her! Abuse…
