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COVID-19 limits ways you can cool down this summer
The city of Grand Rapids has limited options available for the public to cool down this year. County officials credit the COVID-19 pandemic.
This summer, only two cooling centers are available to the public: Mel Trotter Ministries and Heartside Ministry in downtown Grand Rapids. Last year there were more than a dozen available.
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Latest West Michigan weather conditions places homeless community at risk!
West Michigan winters may be bearable for those with roofs over their heads, but for our neighbors residing in homeless communities, living in extremely cold temperatures is very difficult!
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Christian film producer to bring movie to Grand Rapids
Jason Campbell, owner of JC Films, a production company in existence to engage current culture through powerfully produced faith-based films, is bringing a feature-length film production to Grand Rapids in June. A nationally acclaimed writer and producer, Campbell and Mel Trotter Ministries signed a film production contract last December.
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We are God’s incredible story
As we close out the first month of the new year, we reflect on the inspirational message that was shared at our last program graduation. Board member Janis Petrini, Owner of Express Employment Professionals of Grand Rapids, shared with our guests that day that God knows every chapter to their story. He is in every small detail and has plans for each and every one one of them. This was her message to the graduates…
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Helping our neighbors in the homeless community this winter
While many of us have the privilege of escaping the polar vortex by turning up the heat in our homes, wrapping ourselves up in a nice warm blanket, or sitting near the fireplace-many of our neighbors in the homeless community do not.
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The importance of corporate responsibility
Every company has values, key initiatives, and a vision! The need for companies to live up to their values, make a positive impact on society, and maintain employee retention is known as corporate social responsibility.
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A new house opens for individuals who are experiencing homelessness
A new house opens for individuals who are experiencing homelessness, providing safe, affordable, and supportive housing
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Heartside Ministry and Mel Trotter Ministries announce merger
Heartside Ministry and Mel Trotter Ministries announce merger.
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MTM HOPE Van
On #GivingTuesday we shared a need for an outreach van and our community stepped up to meet that need. God has provided through you! Special thanks to Express Employment Professionals of Grand Rapids and Berger Chevrolet and every donor who helped make this possible so we can go out and express the compassion of Christ to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Everyone, meet the “HOPE Van”!!
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December 2019 Newsletter
Home for Christmas. Because of you, Tamiqua and her family are spending the holidays in their own home...
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