8th Street Mission for Jesus Christ

Description

<p>The primary mission of The 8th Street Mission for Jesus Christ is to minister to those who have drug and alcohol addictions. Through a 12 month, 24 hour, 7 day per week program the men and women of The 8th Street Mission for Jesus Christ strive and grow in the strength and admonition of the Word of God. <br /> The Program consists of: Basic Care needs; Access to Health Care; Drug and Alcohol Recovery; Educational and Occupational Training<br /> The residents of the Mission are entered into a health care program and receive professional counseling in life skills, education and occupational training. They are given transportation to and from all appointments including legal and court appearances. The Mission has also partnered with the local college to offer a GED program, literacy training, life skills and grants for college entry. Education gives the men and women a chance to become contributing members of our society. Through encouragement, each person learns that they are not alone and that others are going through the same process.<br /> Work Study, Life Skills Training, Counseling (Both Disciplinary and Spiritual), Spiritual Guidance, 25 Hours of Bible Study, Worship and Prayer, Monthly Prayer Breakfast 8:00 AM (Held the 1st Saturday of each month) </p>

Services Provided

Day Room for Guests, Onsite Meals for Guests, Emergency Shelter for Men

Transitional Housing for Men

Long-Term Drug/Alcohol Recovery for Men, Anger Management Ministry

Chapel Services

GED Classes, Tutoring, Life-Skills Training

Specific Career Training

Jail and Prison Ministry