do justice, love mercy, walk humbly
Our Current Work
Dinner, Advocacy, Casework, Field Study, and Education
We are once again open nights for the serving of people who have no other option but sleeping on the streets. Thanks to receiving a STEPH grant from NYS OTDA and an ARP grant from the City of Utica we are able to open the doors for overnight. We have continued to work with the most chronically homeless individuals, many struggle with substance abuse issues, mental illness, cognitive delays, and extreme trauma, it has caused quite a backlash from our neighbors.
The clientele we serve often have too many barriers, too much trauma, and other issues that make them unable or willing to accept help from county services. We believe they also deserve our care and do not deserve to perish in extreme weather conditions. According to sound practices, low barrier Housing First solutions work, but most people are unwilling to accept that people in such extreme need should have anything but more punishment.
We continue to advocate and we have made significant strides which involve communication with both the City of Utica and Oneida County and other service providers. Our focus is to save lives and ultimately find housing stability for people who are currently living on the streets.
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Pastor Mike spent a weekend outside as a protest of the invisibility of people living on the street.
Nimbyism is the 'Not in My Backyard' attitude that causes harm to people sleeping in the streets. "Yes, in my backyard" is a way that people can recognize the needs and support people who are extremely vulnerable to harm.
Ever Wonder What it Would Be Like to Live Homeless?
Mike Yankoski did more than just wonder. By his own choice, Mike's life went from upper-middle class plush to scum-of-the-earth repulsive overnight. With only a backpack, a sleeping bag and a guitar, Mike and his traveling companion, Sam, set out to experience life on the streets in six different cities—from Washington D.C. to San Diego—
Welcome to Cornerstone Plymouth Bethesda Church Church
Experience the Love of Christ at Cornerstone Plymouth Bethesda Church Church
We do our imperfect best to share Christ's love to all our homeless neighbors, whether through our SPARK open Art Studio or our Pool of SIloam foot care ministry. We are continually looking for valuable activities that bring people a return to dignity.
In Utica, 19 Lives of the un-housed were unnecessarily lost in 2023. Your contribution will save lives.