Interfaith Hospitality Network
Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) is a program that links local congregations to offer around-the-clock shelter, meals and social services to homeless families in the Southwestern Pennsylvania area.
Canonsburg United Presbyterian Church was pleased to host IHN the week of February 24, 2008. With the generosity of several volunteers, these families have made incredible steps in their transition back into permanent housing and employment.
Bonnie and Alexis moved into an apartment in Washington on March 6th. Their church is giving them a housewarming party and will be mentoring them.
Jerry has healed from his skull fracture and has gone back to work in his truck. Marie is with us after being released from the hospital until she can join family members.
Tawny and DaNyka are still waiting for their apartment to be prepared for them to move. They are moving one block from the Family Center.
Dennis, Felis and Rose are awaiting their housing through the Residential Recovery program in Washington. Rose continues to do well in school.
Stephen and Cheryl arrived on March 3rd. Cheryl is working for a personal care agency “Angels in the Home” and they are looking for housing in the Monroeville area.
Canonsburg United Presbyterian Church will again be hosting IHN from April 27, 2008 through May 3, 2008. The success of this program greatly depends on the care and compassion of volunteers in our church community. Even a small amount of your time can make a huge difference in the lives of those in need. Volunteers can stay as an overnight host, help prepare dinner or assist with driving responsibilities throughout the week. Anyone interested in volunteering, please contact Karen Jingleski. For more information about Interfaith Hospitality Network and its mission, please visit their website at www.homelessfamilies.org
Research has
indicated that 2.3 to 3.5 million people experience an episode of homelessness
every year in America, while 900,000 to 1 million people are without shelter
every night. ~IHN Website