My Father's House, A Community Shelter, Inc.

11/04/2026

Kelly, a newcomer to My Father's House, braced for her worst fears of what a “shelter” meant: a small, dark room, a shared kitchen,
strangers she couldn’t trust.

What she found was a home – a bright, clean space of her own with a kitchen, free childcare so she could return to work, grief classes she didn’t know she needed, and neighbors who turned out to be “mothers, fathers, people trying to be better. People like me."

You can read Kelly's whole story in our newsletter! Ask for it at https://mfhshelter.dm.networkforgood.com/forms/sign-me-up or call (503) 492-3046.

11/01/2026

Today is Fall Falls Back Day. Some of us will remember to set our clocks back and some of us will show up for church an hour early!

Our families go through set backs, too--many while trying to transform their lives at My Father's House. Disappointment, job loss, a tough week at school, transportation troubles are all facts of life for the families trying so hard to stabilize and succeed.

Pray for the moms, dads and kids here at MFH. Ask God to show them the way through each hardship and difficult decision. Through your prayers, our programs and their own determination, those set backs can be overcome!

10/31/2026

With love from Andrea Pickett

I love the cooler weather, crisp mornings, apples (yum!), and all the things that come with fall! If you know me, you probably know how much I love kids.

The other morning, I heard one of our little girls, 3 1/2 years old, in the hallway. I went out and had a conversation with her. She loves to talk and talk and talk. I understand about 2/3 of what she says.

She asked about the glasses I was wearing. I told her they were new and asked if she liked them. She stepped back and said, "Absolutely! They are beautiful, and so are you."

I thanked her as her mom stood back with a smile on her face and watched our interaction. Afterward, she hugged me and thanked me for loving her family.

Until that point, I was having a tough morning. When I heard that familiar little voice, I gravitated towards it. The kindness of a child changed my day. When residents come into My Father’s House, we think they will get so much from us, which they do. But, we also get so much from them!

Interactions like this wouldn’t happen if families didn’t feel safe and loved at My Father’s House. When they feel safe and loved, they are open to the life transformation process! Your contributions make this possible! Thank you for supporting My Father's House, our families and ME!

10/30/2026

WHAT ARE WE GONNA DO WITH THAT HAIR?!

Can you help our moms dads and kiddos with some hair care products? Our biggest needs are for:

-hair ties
-hair brushes
-combs of all kinds
--hairclips

We'd also love to stock our shelves with disposable shavers for women and men, and adult and children-size toothbrushes, too!

Bring or ship to My Father's House, 5003 W Powell Blvd, Gresham, OR, United States, 97030.

Thanks for helping our families with their personal care needs, equipping them for school, work, interviews and every day living.

10/29/2026

Often, as case managers, we find ourselves sitting with residents as they navigate obstacles, process difficult or traumatic experiences, and work toward their goals while holding them accountable along the way. Every once in a while, it’s a blessing to step out of the coaching role and simply watch them enjoy a fun event with their families! ❤️

This year, I brought my own family along to help serve at our Harvest Party. It was a special opportunity for my family to get a glimpse of the ministry we’re part of here at My Father’s House. It also gave our residents a chance to see that the staff are parents, too! We share many of the same joys and challenges of family life despite our different cultures or backgrounds.

Moments like these are a beautiful reminder that this ministry isn’t just about housing stability. It’s also about building relationships, sharing laughter, creating memories, and enjoying life together. --Holly Larson, women's case manager

10/24/2026

Imagine coming into My Father's House carrying a couple trash bags with all your family's possessions--then finding a beautiful little safe space filled with everything needed to start your journey toward new life!

Every family entering My Father's House for the first time is provided with a studio apartment, complete with all new linen, kitchen items, toiletries, utensils and more. When they transition to Stepping Stones, they take these items with them ... and then on into their own home once they are ready to exit our programs.

How does this wonderful benefit work? Volunteer groups ADOPT A ROOM and refurbish their assigned apartment once a year.

The wonderful group pictured here partnered with Lennyd, our facilities team member, to welcome the next family coming to My Father's House with brand new items to fully furnish the apartment. Their generosity and compassion overflowed the carts, and their smiles shared their joy at serving the Lord in this way.

If your group would like to join the fun, visit to get started: https://familyshelter.org/your-impact/adopt-a-room/

Then email [email protected] to adopt your room.

10/23/2026

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
Mark 5:14-16

Our own rocky Oregon shores are a picture of the rocky barriers that many of our residents experience. But we can light the way to hope in Christ. If you know a family in need of light and love, let them know about My Father's House. Be a light in the darkness.

10/22/2026

My Father's House wants our supporters to understand the hardships our families have faced in the past and the challenges they face as they work toward more stable futures.

We've put together a page on our website that sheds a light on why so many are homeless in our region, and we encourage you to read it and pass that knowledge along to others.

Thank you for advocating for My Father's House and for our families. You are a true partner in our work.

Visit

HOMELESSNESS & FAMILIES Why Your Support Matters Families are a large part of the homeless population — about 37% of people experiencing homelessness are families. Over 100,000 children are homeless each night, often without a safe place to sleep or call home. Single mothers are most affected, hig...

10/21/2026

"Hope deferred makes the heart sick, says the Teacher in Proverbs. "But a longing fulfilled is a tree of life."

My Father's House offers a way to fulfilled longings ... to hope! When we asked some of the older kids at MFH what hope looked like to them, they drew pictures of God's abiding love, of dreams for higher education and of family times.

Thank you for helping families fulfill healthy longings. Pray for them as they reach out with hope for their futures!

10/20/2026

I was living under bridges ... I was doing drugs, so many drugs ... then I humbled myself and came to My Father's House.

A single mom shares about her experience and time at My Father's Ho...