Stories of Transformation

When Fantashia first arrived at Toby’s Place, she carried the weight of grief, uncertainty, and a mother’s deep determination to protect her children. What she found was more than shelter. She found faith, a sense of community, and a renewed purpose. A Difficult Beginning Originally from Sumter County, Fantashia describes her hometown as a place where “it’s really survival of the fittest.” Resources were limited, and violence was something she constantly tried to shield her c

When Davonda first stepped through the doors of Oliver Gospel, she didn’t understand why she was there. Confused and resistant, she...

At the July Monthly Men’s Center Celebration, where Oliver Gospel recognizes achieving goals, small and large, Josh shared with everyone...

Marra overcame addiction, homelessness, and a miscarriage on her journey toward life transformation. Now, her faith is stronger than ever.

For Dillon, overcoming homelessness was life or death. Through faith and hard work, he now can give back to the Mission in a big way.

Aubrey became homeless at an early age. Oliver Gospel gave her the opportunity she needed to turn her life around.

Rupert was struggling to survive on a cold Christmas Eve. A stranger's act of kindness changed his life forever.

After becoming homeless, Oliver Gospel and Toby's Place helped Janett get back on her feet.

Robert risked everything just to make ends meet for his family. The community he discovered at Oliver Gospel finally brought him peace.

Trusting in the Lord did not come easy for Courtney, but the love she received at Toby's Place moved her heart closer to God.

When Paula became homeless, she knew she needed help. By God's grace, she found Oliver Gospel.

You never know when you're going to take your last breath. Lindsay almost faced that reality, but God was not done working miracles in her l

Mary refused to let her past define what her future could be.

Enrolling in a recovery program far from home can be challenging, but God had prepared Nathaniel for the test.

Maxwell thought he had lost everything, but his faith proved stronger than his fears.