Down on my luck, I turned to the Good Shepherd Center. When I walked through the door I felt welcomed as an individual and not a statistic. It gave me my sense of self back. The Center was here when I needed someone the most. They helped me get my life back in order, pointed me in the right direction and treated me with dignity and respect; like I was a human being. I’m no longer a guest at the Good Shepherd Center, because they have helped me to find employment. I now have hope for the future. 

Dear Friends

The Good Shepherd Ministry Center a non-profit, ecumenical ministry, provides daytime shelter and services for people who are homeless, poor or newly arrived in our community. For many, these services make the difference to getting a new start – and rebirth in confidence and hope that leads to a happy ending.

Last year alone, we had a total of 40,000 guest visits that included men, women and children. They come to us to find a place to shower, do laundry and use our phone to search for jobs and housing. Adults find respect and dignity, and kids spend precious moments just being kids.

It’s been said that without a sense of caring, there cannot be a sense of community. For the sake of the men, women and children that use our services, the Good Shepherd Ministry Center calls upon you to help keep our welcoming doors open.

Thank you and God bless!

Maria Krell
Executive Director