Bay Area Rescue Mission
A significant provider for the Bay Area homeless


John and Debra Anderson

Philosophy: To meet the needs of the homeless and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ as the answer to the one true need of every person.

Services to the homeless:

¨ Three meals are provided each day.

¨ Safe overnight accommodations for each one.

¨ Clothing and hygiene items.

¨ Counsel and networking to provide for their need.

Long term disciple programs:

¨ Up to 14 month Discipleship Program for men,women, and families

¨ Job-skills Program

¨ Bible introduction and disciple training

¨ Computer and life-skills training

¨ Culinary Arts program with Contra Costa College off-campustraining.

Near-Homeless Services:

¨ Food Box distribution

¨ Clothing distribution

¨ Resource sharing with other non-profit providers

Children’s Ministry:

¨ King’s Club After School Program

¨ Block Parties

¨ Computer training

¨ Tutoring

¨ Summer Camping

Action Item: Thanksgiving and Christmas demand for services is greatly expanded during the holidays.

Pray for the Mission. Do volunteer service projects at the Mission.

Provide for needed food and Christmas gift items. Share financially.

The Bay Area Rescue Mission was established in 1965.

Check them out at: bayarearescue.org