MERCY STREET

Our holistic approach to transforming lives and working to end chronic incarceration includes the following:

INSIDE 

Men and Women

(plan for future youth ministries.)

  • Weekly Discipleship Groups at L.A. County Jail 

  • Prayer Ministry

  • Water Baptism/Communion 

  • Christ-Centered Classes and Groups focused on:

    • Bibles Studies

    • Forgiveness 

    • Dealing with Anger

    • Healthy Communication 

    • Family Health and Wellness 

    • Employment Training (Preparation for entering the work force)

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OUTSIDE

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Intentional aftercare support includes:

  • The Gathering at Mercy Street weekly mid-week church community at 5609 York boulevard, Highland Park 

  • Classes, groups and bible studies

  • Training, mentoring/one on one care and support

  • Live-in discipleship home for men coming out of jail

  • Working closely with city partners, local churches and organizations

    • Employment 

    • Employment Training 

    • Education

    • Life Skills 

    • Leadership Development

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FAMILIES

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Care, ministry and support for the families of the incarcerated

  • Outreaches: Outreaches and celebrations at holidays for our community in Highland Park

  • Support Services: Food, clothing, hygiene and other essentials

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PARTNER WITH US!

 

We have a number of partnership opportunities available. We are actively looking for individuals, as well as church and business partners in and around Los Angeles County. 

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

 

INSIDE:

  • Facilitators for groups

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OUTSIDE:

  • Aftercare opportunities for one on one support for men and women upon release.

  • Hosting groups and classes focused on discipleship, health, wellness, employment solutions, and more.

 

PARTNERSHIPS:

  • EMPLOYMENT: If you are a business owner who is interested in helping by providing employment opportunities please contact us.

  • OUTREACH: For churches and local businesses, there are many ways that you can join us by partnering with outreach to some of the most at risk individuals in the city. Please contact us to discuss how!

For more information on any of these partnership opportunities please email us at hello@mercystreetla.org. Please also visit our Get Involved page for more ways to partner with us!