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Facing the Crisis: Why Citygate Ministries Are Vital in Addressing the Rising Homelessness in America
HUD’s 2024 report shows over 770,000 people experiencing homelessness, an 18% rise from last year. Federal strategies fall short in addressing root causes like mental illness, addiction, and housing shortages. Citygate Network ministries provide holistic solutions—mental health care, recovery programs, and housing initiatives—rooted in Christ’s compassion. By restoring lives and offering hope, they lead the way in addressing this crisis and proving homelessness can be overcome.
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Leadership Care Is Ministry Care - An Instigate Article
Leading a ministry that offers life transformation through the power of the Holy Spirit is a high calling — a holy calling. It’s exciting. It’s an honor. It’s a cause worth pouring our strength into now because it has significance for eternity. And, too often, it’s lonely.
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How you can help those experiencing homelessness this Christmas!
Join Citygate Network and The Chalmers Center for a free webinar on December 5, 2024, “From Band-Aid Solutions to Lasting Impact.” Discover effective strategies to guide your organization, team, volunteers, and donors on how to help those experiencing homelessness in ways that last. Register today and make a positive difference this season.
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Sending Prodigals Home
The Journey Home program by the Good News Rescue Mission in Redding, California, assists individuals experiencing homelessness by reconnecting them with family and support systems across the country.
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Citygate Network Statement on the Grants Pass v. Johnson Supreme Court Ruling
In June 2024, SCOTUS ruled that Grants Pass can enforce anti-camping laws even when no shelter beds are available, stating this does not violate the Eighth Amendment. This ruling overturns lower courts and allows cities to penalize unsheltered individuals, prompting varied responses nationwide. The decision impacts over 650,000 homeless Americans, emphasizing the need for shelter beds, mental health services, and affordable housing.
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