OUTREACH / HOUSING & STABILITY

A PLACE TO REBUILD.
A PATH TO THRIVE.

Temporary housing, practical guidance, and a supportive community for people working toward a more stable future.

Connect Ministry House exterior

MORE THAN A PLACE TO STAY

Structure. Support.
Forward movement.

The Connect Ministry House program offers a structured environment for individuals navigating transition. People facing hardship, homelessness, or recovery can work on rebuilding confidence and stability with support around them.

Personal development, mentoring, community service, and faith-informed guidance are part of the approach. Residents are encouraged to take responsibility, build healthy habits, and move toward greater independence.

ASK ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Start with a conversation.

Use the secure housing interest form to share a few details. Our team can follow up about program expectations, eligibility, and current availability.

An inquiry is the first step; it does not reserve a room or confirm placement.

THE PROGRAM / DAILY LIFE

Practical steps.
Personal progress.

Illustrative photo of a Black mother planning the week with her child nearby

01 / ROUTINE

Build everyday skills.

Budgeting, life skills, work or education, and meaningful responsibilities create a foundation for greater independence.

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02 / CONNECTION

Grow with support.

One-to-one mentoring, group sessions, and weekly gatherings offer encouragement and opportunities to learn.

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03 / ACCOUNTABILITY

Contribute and belong.

Community service, shared responsibilities, and clear expectations help residents develop consistency and confidence.

THE PEOPLE / PROGRAM LEADERSHIP

Committed to the
people who call it home.

Tez Andrews

Director

Tez Andrews

Guides the mission, strategy, and accountable leadership of the program.

Bruce Johnson, housing program advisor

Program Advisor

Bruce Johnson

Provides strategic guidance, professional insight, and program oversight.

Bea Weaver

House Manager

Bea Weaver

Oversees daily operations and supports a safe, structured environment for residents and staff.

Winfred

Finance Officer

Winfred

Serves on the program’s leadership team with responsibility for finance.

GUIDANCE / CARE / EVERYDAY SUPPORT

A team around
the next step.

Spiritual guidance & mentoring

Margarite McMillian & Lamario Stripling

Support personal growth, resilience, healthy habits, and a sense of purpose through faith-informed mentoring.

Resident support

Felecia Wardsworth

Encourages women as they build confidence, stability, practical life skills, and accountability.

People & coordination

Tiffany Tucker

Helps coordinate staff and volunteers, scheduling, communication, and team support.

Administration & program support

Pam Hudson

Supports records, documentation, and the day-to-day needs of residents and staff.

Safety & maintenance

Christopher Phillips, Alfred Guice, Lenny Taylor, Frank Mabry Jr. & Joseph Stripling

Help maintain a clean, safe, functional home through repairs, upkeep, and attention to safety.

Technology

Andrew Stripling & Kyle Brown

Supports the website, forms, internet access, and digital tools that help the program run.

CONNECTED BY CARE

Help make stability possible.

Your support helps sustain the transition house and the practical care around each resident.