Monday - Day One at Passport DC

Today we were led on a prayer walk through the nearby neighborhood by Fritz, who represents Jubilee Housing.  Jubilee Housing is part of a network of Christian organizations spawned by the Church of the Saviour providing "Justice Housing".  That is housing assistance to folks who are excluded from traditional offerings.  One example would be serving folks recently released from prison.  As you might imagine, without assistance these returned citizens have difficulty negotiating the intricacies of civilized life.  The network provides not only housing, but also job search, addiction treatment, childcare, fiscal training, even a micro loan for starting a business.  As Shari who administers the transitional housing says, we'll love you through the hurt, love you back to life. Along the way we met who Marcus of Life Asset, who lends successfully to folks who most would say have no business even asking for a loan.  All three were excited to be living their calling after having previously pursued different paths.  

Walking through the Adams Morgan neighborhood

Ministries in action

Afterwards we visited DC Central Kitchen and helped prepare 5000 meals for distribution across the city.  The attitude of the managers there was: Great, you're here.  Grab an apron and a hairnet and let's get you cooking.  5000 meals, every day.  But more than that, DC Central Kitchen is a training program for people to get back on their feet and learn how to be competent in work and in life.

Tim and Don on cucumbers

The fish cake team in action

The bread pudding team at work