Category Archives : Stories of Hope

Matthew is Overcoming

Imagine if you will, year after year, going from shelter, to jail, to the streets, and institutions repeatedly with no end in sight. No one offers grace, or love, or…

A Lifesaving Intervention

Thank you for helping Steve break the cycle of addiction and reignite his faith! “During my last relapse, I was in a friend’s apartment drinking,” said Steve. “No, I wasn’t…

Your Gift of Hope and Home for Carole

Carole came to us from the hospital and was new to recovery. “I am so thankful for the Lighthouse Mission and Agape,” she said. “Without all your help and guidance…

From Rock Bottom to Recovery

Your support helped James recover and return to the Lord Rock bottom. As much as James’ family loved him, that’s where they knew he needed to be if he…

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….

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…