Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. – James 4:14 (KJV)

 
As we start this new year, I can’t help but reflect on years gone by….
 

In 2000, we lost one who [...]

We are still working to help end homelessness in our community, and surrounding area. In our last post, we talked with Kevin; a homeless man with a strong message for you.
Our fundraiser – to raise $80,000 for the first Momma’s Houses facility – is still going. We set the end date as January 27th. Of [...]

As we mentioned before, we are still working relentlessly to find a solution to homelessness in our area. We have been making phone calls and sending emails non-stop to make Momma’s Houses a reality.
In the meantime, though, we’re also trying to help with the (smaller) necessities. On New Year’s Eve, we delivered some handmade scarves, [...]

We spent New Year’s Eve delivering handmade scarves, hats, and prayer pillows to a homeless shelter.
 
This box of scarves are handmade (crocheted) by a very special teenager we know – who just happens to have a very big heart. (We love you!)
9 Crocheted Scarves

 
And a precious friend – who we love lots, and [...]

 
Homelessness is not a never-ending problem. There is a solution in the majority of cases. Homelessness would decrease dramatically with this solution I speak of. Why? Because there is a root source of homelessness that is being overlooked. While passing out food and toiletry bags is a good thing to do, it doesn’t help the [...]

We recently delivered goody bags to nearby homeless shelters, for Christmas.

After passing out the bags, Christmas cards, and giant candy canes, we asked the person in charge what else could we do. He told us there is a desperate need for personal hygiene items and warm blankets.
Our small family ministry tries to help people [...]

If you’re just tuning in, be sure to check out our Mission for Momma’s Houses.

Highways and Byways Ministries believes in helping people all year long, but the holidays do bring the opportunity to spread some cheer and let the homeless know that they aren’t forgotten, especially during a time that represents joy and warmth [...]

 
For over 20 years, we’ve been in the ministry, working with one person (or one family) at a time, to restore…
Broken Lives
So many people are broken and hurting. Their life – and future – seems hopeless; like there’s no way out; like no matter how hard they try to improve their situation, or how [...]

In the previous article, we mentioned our Valentine’s Day idea for a nursing home in our area — it led to 60 bags of love…

What’s in a Valentine?
It’s things money can’t buy such as a hug or smile that touch hearts beyond measure, or just time spent with someone who doesn’t have anyone that make [...]

Hello!
I’m Sister Debbie and this is the website for Highways and Byways Ministries–my family’s ministry. This website is a work-in-progress and we’ll continue to add features, articles, updates, and even songs and videos.
In the meantime, I’d like to welcome you and thank you for visiting. As this site grows and we are able to share [...]