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How to help a neighbor this winter
In Grand Rapids, Kent County, and surrounding areas, homelessness is exponentially increasing in locations we have never seen before. With the temperatures falling significantly and staying below freezing; men, women and children who are exposed to the elements are at severe risk of hypothermia, frost bite or even death.
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January 2021 Speaker Series
The January speaker series, hosted by Rev. Seth McLaughlin, focuses on how our shift towards holistic restoration starts with a long-term, self-sustaining relationship with Mel Trotter Ministries and our guests.
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February 2021 Speaker Series
February's speaker series, hosted by Mel Trotter Ministries' CEO, Dennis Van Kampen, explores God's heart for the poor and what each one of us can do to make a huge impact.
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March 2021 Speaker Series
The March speaker series, hosted by Mel Trotter Ministries' COO, Syd Harvey helped us reflect on the diversity of the population we serve and how best to come alongside individuals on their journey out of homelessness.
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2020 - Year in review
As we begin 2021 we pause to rejoice in the beautiful blessings God brought our way in 2020. While it was an incredibly challenging year for all of us, our donors never wavered. You carried our Mission through one of our toughest times.
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December 2020 Newsletter
Your gifts help us show people like Wendy respect and allow God’s love to shine through. Thanks to God’s help and the generosity of friends like you, Wendy’s confidence grew.
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Mel Trotter Ministries annual Thanksgiving banquet changing approach
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Creating art with the neighbors at Heartside
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Homelessness on the rise in greater Grand Rapids
In Grand Rapids, Kent County, and surrounding areas, homelessness is exponentially increasing in locations we have never seen before. This, unfortunately, includes our entire country—so many cities in the U.S. are seeing homelessness numbers rise sharply more than ever before. We are aware of this and are working fervently with the City of GR, businesses, and other local organizations in town to help individuals and families leave homelessness for good.
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Because of you, our doors remain open at Heartside Ministry
Rev. Kelly VanBrouwer, Associate Director, shares stories of neighbors who received care when they needed it most.
On the day after our Governor ordered us to stay home and stay safe, I got up and went to work like every other day. I turned onto South Division Avenue and saw a line of 50 plus people standing at our door. As soon as our neighbors recognized me in my vehicle coming to open, they erupted into cheers.
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