Reaching the Lost
Prostitutes, pimps, drug dealers, transsexuals and drag queens top the list of those who live in a survival mentality, living on and working the streets of Houston. God has given YWAM Houston the privilege of ministering to the street kids in the Montrose area. Out of the estimated 1,500 kids living on the streets of Houston, many are involved in drugs and/or homosexuality; several live with AIDS, all suffer from loneliness. Sadly, there are young women raising children in the midst of this precarious enviroment. God has asked YWAM Houston to build relationships with these discarded and abondoned kids and their babies and to challenge and assist them to live godly, productive lives through a relationship with Jesus Christ.
Currently, YWAM Houston partners with Joe Williams Ministries and together they hold weekly church services for the street kids. The "Montrose Street Reach" conists of a hot meal, a gospel/ministry presentation, and fellowhsip. In addition, they offer many services such as food, clothing, transportation, blankets, and reconciliation with families. They also help with job searches, referrals to proven rehabilitation and Christian residential programs, and referrals to health care and other social services like HIV and pregnancy testing. For the street babies, prenatal vitamins are available and baby essentials such as diapers, formula, clothing, etc. are provided. Emergency childcare assistance is available through their "Rescue Families" ministry. Many local chruches and ministries provide meals for the street kids as well as volunteers to assist in this outreach.
Discipling New Believers
As follow-up to the church services, YWAM Houston offers weekly discipleship classes, with an invitation extended to those who are interested in learning more about Jesus. They are invited to participate in a more intimate small group settling where interaction is encouraged.
Facilitating Service
YWAM Houston is committed to making a way for young and old people alike to experience inner city ministry by hosting outreach teams year-round. Our goal is to facilitate people to serve in a variety of capacities while allowing them to find God's heart for intercession and assisting them in uncovering His plan for their lives. Hosting teams year-round they offer team members opportunities to share their faith in various ministry settings. Over the last four years, God has sent nearly 100 teams to impact the city of Houston with His love.