“If it weren’t for you, where would me and my daughter be?”  —James

Nov 18, 2024 | News

James and his daughter

The Flex Family Shelter at LifePath offers a comfortable, safe space where families can stay together as they prepare for the next step. This was a priority for James and his daughter who were facing homelessness . . .

Laid off from his job, a frightening health diagnosis, and then an eviction notice . . . 

James was on the brink of despair. Facing homelessness was especially terrifying because he knew that, too often, families moving to a shelter get separated. And that separation was just unimaginable to James, especially after being awarded custody of his daughter. “I’m not going to be split up from my child,” he says firmly.

Imagine his relief when James learned LifePath has a shelter that can accommodate the special needs of parents with children! “LifePath is a blessing from God,” James says with a smile. “He led me here.”

The faith-focused environment and change of scene from a cramped camper to LifePath has breathed new life into James. He enjoys having access to our programs and classes, like Rent for Success. “It’s very motivating. We meet every Friday for two hours for eight weeks. It’s about housing, and they teach you different things. At the end, you graduate. They’ll give you these certificates and help you secure housing.”

This Christmas, James and Ireland will have joy in their hearts for the fresh start they are building together.

Quote from James

To staff, volunteers, and donors who support the important mission of LifePath, James has a heart filled with gratitude. “Whoever is behind the scenes making all this happen, thank you. Because if it weren’t for you, where would me and my daughter be?

On behalf of families like James and Ireland’s, thank you for your support of LifePath Christian Ministries. Together, we are helping our neighbors through difficult times—helping them rebuild and launch a new beginning in life!

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