homelessness
Jordan Neely’s killer doesn’t have hate in his heart. It’s in his hands.
By Andre Henry — June 5, 2023
(RNS) — Penny shouldn't be offered up as a scapegoat for a society that treats Black people as disposable.
Resurrection drug? FDA approves over-the-counter Narcan amid opioid crisis
By Kathryn Post — April 6, 2023
(RNS) — ‘I’m afraid that we’re not to a resurrection era for people who use drugs,’ said one harm reduction advocate.
Rebounding Pope Francis marks Palm Sunday in Vatican square
By Frances D'Emilio — April 2, 2023
"I thank you for your participation and prayers, that in the last days you intensified,'' the pontiff told the crowd in St. Peter's Square, a reference to the many wishes he received for a quick recovery during his hospitalization.
Homelessness is on the ballot in the midterms
By Kevin Nye — October 28, 2022
(RNS) — A spike in homelessness, combined with its growing visibility in the wake of the pandemic, has led the issue to be front and center in campaigns across the country.
New book invites Christians to rethink homelessness
By Kathryn Post — August 9, 2022
(RNS) — ‘If we actually saw Jesus on the side of the road ... we probably wouldn’t just roll down our window and hand him a five.’
Rolland Slade, SBC Executive Committee chair: seeking ‘to make a wrong right’
By Adelle M. Banks — June 16, 2022
ANAHEIM, Calif. (RNS) — ‘I think the one thing that surprised me more than anything was the list,’ said Slade of a recently revealed list of convicted abusers.
How To Help Your Homeless Neighbors — Really
By Roxanne Stone — November 17, 2021
Katelyn and Roxy are joined by homeless advocate Kevin Nye and Shams DaBaron, "da homeless hero," for challenging conversations on how to help — both on a personal level and a systemic one.
Religious organizations prepare for ‘potential onslaught’ of evictions
By Kathryn Post — September 9, 2021
(RNS) — ‘We’re very, very nervous,’ said Sarah Abramson of Combined Jewish Philanthropies in Boston. Millions of Americans say they could face eviction as the federal eviction moratorium ends.
New York’s Bowery Mission adapts homeless ministry to coronavirus restrictions
By Katelyn Beaty — March 20, 2020
NEW YORK (RNS) — Staff members at New York's oldest homeless shelter are asking for donations to cover increased demand for prepackaged food and cleaning supplies.
Interfaith clergy unite for mothers and housing activists who took over vacant LA house
By Alejandra Molina — March 17, 2020
LOS ANGELES (RNS) — Activists and clergy gathered Sunday evening to pray for a group of mothers after they took over a property as a shelter from the coronavirus.
Prophets are social critics not fortunetellers
By Thomas Reese — February 11, 2020
(RNS) — Attacking political and economic elites for not taking care of the poor, God's messengers challenge today's leaders and preachers who ignore their civic responsibilities.
In Toronto, Muslims offer ‘shelter bus’ for the homeless
By Aysha Khan — December 24, 2019
(RNS) — Since the bus launched this month, the Muslim volunteers have served over 1,000 people experiencing homelessness in the Toronto area.
Meet the imam building a ‘Muslim Village’ in the heart of Vegas
By Aysha Khan — October 11, 2019
LAS VEGAS (RNS) — Since 2010, the imam of Las Vegas’ oldest mosque has slowly but surely driven local drug houses and gangs out of his historic neighborhood. Now, he's on a mission to purchase the surrounding properties and transform them into affordable housing.
Houses of worship are not just for worship anymore
By Gregg Brekke — March 8, 2019
(RNS) — While many churches engage in mission activities 'beyond the walls' of their buildings, others are finding innovative ways to use their facilities to serve others and extend their mission in existing properties.
A transgender priest finds a new life helping others on the margins
By Jane Roberts — September 4, 2018
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (RNS) — In the makeshift chapel at Constance Abbey, an Episcopal way station for the homeless here, Mother Gillian Klee restarts her life as a priest, and a woman.
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