The FIrehouse Shelter

Since 1983, the Firehouse Shelter has provided food, clothing and shelter to those in need in our community.  We are so very thankful for this ministry in our city.

Serving Others..

" If you can't feed 100 people, then feed just one." 

Mother Teresa

Monday evening, I joined my Independent Presbyterian Guild members as we served dinner to the women and children guests at First Light Women's Shelter. My granddaughter Eva asked to come with us.  Eva donated some of her birthday money on Christmas Eve to this special place.  This night she got to see first hand what First Light is all about. She helped us serve pizza and then handed out ice cream.  It filled my heart that she was so comfortable and eager to serve.  

The Firehouse Shelter - Guest Photographer Doug Stocks

This week some of my friends are sharing their photos with you.  You probably remember Doug Stocks when he subbed for me during my 2009 jaunt to Paris.  Doug is a good friend, mentor and one fine photographer.  I recently had the privilege of compiling a book of some of his images for him to share with his family and friends. This one from Birmingham's Firehouse Shelter is one of my favorites.

The Firehouse Shelter was founded in 1983 as an outreach program for the Cooperative Downtown Ministries.  Started for just 12 men and now provides food and shelter for 175 homeless.  Our city is so fortunate to have such wonderful programs that provide for those in our community that so desperately need our help.