Mitzvah Homeless ministry

We have partnered with 1000 Hills Ministry to minister and feed people in need. An outside service is provided to feed the spirit followed by a warm meal. We also try to provide a few necessities (when possible).

<b>When &amp; Where</b>

When & Where

We meet the first Sunday of every month (rain or shine) from 3 to 5pm at 2418 McGowen St, Houston, TX 77004.

From Beth Messiah, take 59 towards downtown:

  • Stay on 59N, pass 288 towards Chartres St.
  • Exit Gray Ave/Pierce Ave
  • Make a right on Gray St
  • Make another right onto Emancipation Ave
  • Then a left onto Dennis St
<b>What To Expect</b>

What To Expect

Timeline:

  • 2:45 – If you would like to help with the service
  • 3:00 – Service begins
  • 3:30 – Begin to setup tables and prepare for meal
  • 4:15 – Service ends, begin to serve the meal
  • 4:45 – Clean up 5:00 – Closing group prayer

Some guidelines:

  • Be prayed up before you come
  • There is no restroom; plan accordingly
  • Leave food and anything else in your car; until 3:30
  • Before 3:30, please participate in the service and try not to stand around and chat
  • Do not go up and pray for homeless unless invited to do so
  • Dress accordingly; dress warm in winter and cool in the summer
  • If there is a chance of rain; bring an umbrella, raincoat or hat
  • Stay with the group; try not to wander away on your own
  • We have been asked not to give money to those that ask; direct them to the 1000 Hills leaders

Serve With Us

Thank you for your interest in serving with us! We hope that you can join us. May G-d bless you abundantly as you give of your time to help those in need.

The King will reply, 'Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'

Matthew 25:40 (NIV)