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133 newsletters and updates from Street Life Ministries.

Independent Order of Odd Fellows Donation

Support · February 9, 2018

Independent Order of Odd Fellows Donation

The Odd Fellows have been around since the 17th century and in the United States since 1819. Our objective is to “elevate the character of man through the promotion of universal brotherhood”. That is why we chose to donate $5000 to Street Life Ministries. They appear to be doing the same.

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Seats & Feets

Events · January 5, 2018

Seats & Feets

Street Life Ministries is in urgent need of NEW socks and underwear for men and women of all sizes. As winter sets in, these are the most requested items by those on the streets. Please contact Vicky.

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Christmas 2017 SPECIAL Matching Gift for Street Life Ministries

Year End Giving · December 22, 2017

Christmas 2017 SPECIAL Matching Gift for Street Life Ministries

Message from Pastor David: I’m deeply grateful for partners like you who have helped us at Street Life Ministries in 2017. What an incredible year this has been at Street Life, with over 25,000 plates of hot food served, over 200 people placed into shelters or recovery programs, and a message

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Distinguished Citizen Award

Stories · December 20, 2017

Distinguished Citizen Award

Pastor Dave is the Executive Director for Street Life Ministries. Street Life Ministries is a community based organization that serves the homeless and at-risk populations in Redwood City. They provide hot meals four nights a week and assist with food and clothing, as well as referrals for shelter,

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Abuse Victim Overcomes Confusion, Pain, and Secrecy

Stories · November 1, 2017

Abuse Victim Overcomes Confusion, Pain, and Secrecy

“It was like I was sabotaging everything that I had,” she says, “and I didn’t understand why. But I was walking away from everything that God had given me. The drug took over and I was not myself at all. And yeah, I hurt a lot of people. How can God

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Stories · November 1, 2017

When Walt Gerber Found Street Life Ministries

“After serving 30 years as lead pastor at Menlo Presbyterian, I discovered a ministry called Street Church. I found it interesting that this “church” had been meeting for years, just two blocks from where I spent most of my life. A faithful group of believers served people I didn’t know existed…”str

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A Minute with David Shearin

Stories · October 25, 2017

A Minute with David Shearin

David John Shearin was born in Redwood City. He attended Clifford, John Gill and McKinley schools. He then attended Sequoia and graduated from Redwood High School in 1989. After high school he worked for Local 85 teamsters, driving tractor-trailer trucks. David experienced firsthand the struggles of

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