Shepherd
of the Streets
669
Center Street
Williamsport PA 17701
(570) 322-6538
Fax - (570) 322-1968
Dr.
J. Morris Smith,
Shepherd of the Streets
J. Morris Smith, Th.D.
has been the COORDINATOR of the Shepherd of the Street Ministry
since January 1, 2001. He has a Master of Arts degree in Theology
from St. Mary's University and a Doctor of Theology in Pastoral
Counseling from the National Christian University, both in San
Antonio, TX. Dr. Smith is the formation director of DOULOS -
Servants of the King, an ecumenical crisis and formation CENTER
founded by HIM and his wife Barby, based in Ralston where they
reside. Dr. Smith also serves as a Permanent Deacon at Church of
the Annunciation, where he provides a ministry of counseling,
PASTORAL care and teaching.
Mrs.
Ruth Hague
Administrator
United
Churches began this ministry on April 1, 1988 to provide spiritual
and material help to those “on the streets,” confronting fear,
hunger, homelessness, unemployability or other difficulties.
Through
the Shepherd Ministry the churches of Lycoming County are able
to
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assist people who need hope and peace in the midst of
poverty and need.
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advocate with local agencies, law enforcement and
correctional agencies.
There are opportunities for clergy to provide counseling as an
associate shepherd. There are opportunities for laity to serve as a
receptionist or as an office volunteer. There are opportunities for everyone to be a mentor
or to provide transportation and special skills as needed. There
are also opportunities for everyone to provide items for personal
hygiene
kits as follows.
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Regular Kit
1 toothbrush
1 tube toothpaste
1 deodorant
1 comb
1 shampoo
1 large bar soap
3 band-aids
3 disposable razors
1 package of tissues
1 wash cloth
1 bath towel
1 hand lotion
Added to Men's Kit:
1 can shaving
cream
Added to Women's kit:
1 package sanitary napkins
Children's Kit
1 child's
toothbrush
1 tube toothpaste
1 comb
1 children's shampoo
1 box assorted band-aids
1 pack tissues
1 wash cloth
1 bath towel
1 special item, to make a child's day.
Infant Needs
diapers
baby shampoo
baby lotion
baby soap
baby powder |
The
ministry provides for:
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counseling
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utilities assistance
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bedding and hygiene
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transportation assistance
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medical, dental, visual and audio
assistance
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referrals
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work preparedness
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documentation assistance
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funds and fees
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food assistance
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employment assistance
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mediation and advocacy
