Today is Monday March 8, 2010. City Rescue Mission launched the new program of the Compassion Card today. This card allows for concerned compassionate citizens to respond to the needs of the individuals that stand at the street corners holding signs that say “hungry, homeless, please help”. No more do you have to wonder what they might do with the money you give them. Now you can simply give them one of the Compassion Cards and the mission will go pick them up and help provide the food and shelter they ask for.

Today, we picked up our first “Compassion Card” client. They had gone by a local church and asked for food and clothing. The church referred them to City Rescue Mission by giving them one of the cards. When we picked the gentleman he had been walking in the rain and was very wet. He recently got out of prison and had need for assistance. After a good hot meal and a new set of clothing, we began working with him to establish a plan for his re-entry into society. We have so much to offer those that think they only need something to eat. Please help us by handing out the cards to all who ask for help!!

Pastor Tom