Understanding Homelessness

Nov 17, 20223 min read

Rodney + Cindy LaFrance: Accosted by God

by Jess Luoma Early in their walk with God, Rodney and Cindy LaFrance were confronted with a compelling question posed in a sermon-- are...

Oct 31, 20223 min read

A Friend to the Homeless

by Anjali Smith & Jess Luoma “One day, I was driving around and speaking to the Lord, and I said, ‘God, I need You to find me something...

Aug 22, 20225 min read

From Addict to Advocate: Ardis Green

by Jess Luoma Ardis Green is a walking, smiling testimony of the power of the simple act of love. One simple act can change the course of...

Apr 4, 20222 min read

Pallet Shelters Arrive in Redding

by Jess Luoma Shasta Thrive joined the community effort to solve homelessness via micro shelter communities as we helped unload &...

Feb 22, 20221 min read

Story of Success: Michael Williamson

by Jessica Luoma After seven years of homelessness in Redding, Michael Williamson has shown all of us that there is always hope. Michael...

Feb 15, 20222 min read

She is my Friend

by Les Reading Alissa is originally from West Fargo, North Dakota and has been living in Redding for the past six years. She is a...

A Friend to the Homeless

by Anjali Smith & Jess Luoma “One day, I was driving around and speaking to the Lord, and I said, ‘God, I need You to find me something...

From Addict to Advocate: Ardis Green

by Jess Luoma Ardis Green is a walking, smiling testimony of the power of the simple act of love. One simple act can change the course of...