Many of these young mothers have experienced violence and abuse. Most lack basic work skills, access to child care or the income necessary to support their families.

With nowhere to turn, many of these women are trapped in addiction, without shelter and basic necessities, completely without hope.

Shepherd's Door, our women and children's ministry center, is a refuge of safety and healing.  The facility provides all they need—nutritious meals, safe accommodations, a beautiful and nurturing environment, counseling and training—all under one roof.  Up to 37 women and their children engage in recovery during their 12- to 18-month stay.

In our New Life Recovery program, women:

• Attend classes that help them understand their addictions
• Interact in support groups that help them evaluate and make better choices
• Learn how to heal from past wounds and open up to new, healthy relationships
• Study the Bible and experience spiritual renewal
• Learn new life skills and pursue a GED (if needed).

Thanks to caring people like you, dreams come true for kids and moms looking for a fresh start. You help break the cycle of homelessness, giving hope to the next generation.