Ministry Advocating with Homeless Persons

The item collection was a huge success!

Thanks to those who donated sleeping bags and warm weather gear to the Sub-Zero mission at the end of 2025. See the picture of goods donated.

Want to get ready for the next item collection?

We will be collecting cold weather wear, AA, and AAA batteries for the homeless stand down. Watch this page & the presbytery newsletter (subscribe here!) for more information.

About the MAHP Network

MAHP is a Network that meets by ZOOM and is open to people of all ages, talents, backgrounds and abilities in the Presbytery. We especially need the voices of folks who know about the needs and resources in Lorain, Medina and Lake Counties. We meet at 10:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month. Add your name to our mailing list by contacting Josh Daum.

The Ministry Advocating for Homeless Persons provides information to local congregations on Homelessness issues including local resources, one-time events, causes and effects, and effective ways to provide hospitality.

Members of this Network will:

Facilitate and support congregational connections that promote partnership and cooperative ministries.
Conduct on-site visits to encourage cooperation between churches and service providers.
Provide relevant information on current services for homeless people and how to access them.
Work with the Hunger Action Network, Racism Action Network, Self-Development of People, and yet-to-be formed networks in recognition of the intersectionality of these ministries. If you would like to get involved, you can contact the committee at mahp@preswesres.org.

LEARN:

Request a speaker for your event. NEOCH's Street Voices speakers bureau shares stories of struggle, survival, and hope. With each unique tale, they introduce our community to the real face of homelessness and to inspire people of different ages and backgrounds to serve and get involved in their communities. Churches, schools, libraries, and other organizations can request a speaker here.

Resources from the Network

See below for quick resources from the Network, or visit the Resource Center for more.

Updates from the Network

Pastor charged in Western Ohio county for having a shelter: NIMBY

HUD Annual Homelessness Assessment Report

YIMBY

Check out these two videos from the YIMBY (Yes! In My Backyard!) event, including a presentation from Maria Smith, Legal Aid attorney that specializes in reentry and preventing homelessness for diverse people including those returning from incarceration and Chris Knestrick, Executive Director of the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless.