Net of Compassion

Net of Compassion Every Saturday, rain or shine since 2010, tents are set up on a strip of Main Street in Worcester, MA.

Net of Compassion provides hot meals, food and clothing, hot showers, shelter, and recovery support through faith-based peer support and a strong network of providers. The set-up is an integral part of Net of Compassion's street ministry. Richie Gonzalez started this ministry of hope and mercy for those suffering in addiction and homelessness. Richie (who is in recovery) was diagnosed with HIV/AID

S 14 years ago, and has been clean for many years. When talking about the street Gonzalez explains, "It’s where the hurt ones are, where the broken ones are. The only way to revive people is by loving them.”

With the help of volunteers, Richie begins setting up around 9 am every Saturday at 674 Main Street. His wife Elizabeth (who co-directs the Net of Compassion / Red de Compassion alongside him) leads a group of volunteer cooks in a kitchen across the street. At noon, the street begins to fill up with hundreds of homeless and drug-addicted people in search of a good meal. Gonzalez prides himself on making sure that everyone is well fed. “We bring them the best,” Gonzalez says smiling. “We give them a complete meal with the same love that I give to my kids.”

Today@ Net of Compassion ❤️, what a blessed day with Holy Compassion in the house.
08/08/2026

Today@ Net of Compassion ❤️, what a blessed day with Holy Compassion in the house.

07/28/2026
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What an amazing, beautiful and powerful day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it. Thank you Lord for yo...
07/25/2026

What an amazing, beautiful and powerful day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it. Thank you Lord for your provision and unity. Today@ Net of Compassion ❤️ with Ebenezer Church in the house with worship and the word. God is Awesome.

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07/23/2026

Today@ Net of Compassion ❤️
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Another Proud Moment, Key to the City.
06/26/2026

Another Proud Moment, Key to the City.

Another amazing and blessed day on Main Street. Thank you and many blessings to the church La Iglesia Senda on Woodland ...
06/20/2026

Another amazing and blessed day on Main Street. Thank you and many blessings to the church La Iglesia Senda on Woodland St for bring the father's day lunch it was very delicious, and also thank you to Mr James T Cahill from Angel of God mission international for doing eye exams and giving out glasses for those in need and cannot afford them, also to RCA metrowest group amazing and very helpful group of men and women thank you for coming down to serve and give back. This is what it is all about networking, community coming together for the greater cause. Much Love of Compassion ❤️

Address

674 Main Street
Worcester, MA
01610

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15083221363

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