Every Thursday afternoon, patients have the opportunity to participate in a new activity called “Psalms & Scribbles.” Lizzie, a Christ House Chaplain who facilitates the group, explains, “These men have a lot on their minds and, for most of them, spirituality is an important part of the healing process.” The group meets in the […] More…
Do More 24
Giving for this year’s Do More 24 has closed. In just 24 hours, our supporters gave $2,343 to support the work of Christ House! Thank you for your generosity!!! Do More 24 is a 24-hour giving event on Thursday, June 2nd that raises funds in the local community and for the local community. Last year, […] More…
Reflections from a Year-Long Volunteer
Bethanne, a former year-long volunteer, shares her Christ House experience: When friends and family ask about how I’m spending my first year out of college, some people comment on how “sad” or “difficult” my job must be, and question why I wouldn’t prefer to have a paying job or go straight to medical school. I […] More…
A Duck Race for Good
You’re invited to the fun, family-friendly DC Duck Race in support of Christ House and other DC-area nonprofits who are grant recipients of the Rotary Club of Washington, DC. How to join in the duck fun: Sponsor a duck (or two or three…) – sponsor a duck for $10 and it will be entered into a race down […] More…
Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night is a new tradition at Christ House. Patients, staff and volunteers gather for a night of showing off and having fun. Though we don’t actually need a microphone in our activities room, we have a computer with all the best that YouTube has to offer (karaoke songs!) and a pair of speakers. […] More…
50th New Day Graduation
Christ House recently celebrated its 50th New Day Addictions Recovery Program graduation. New Day is a free, optional substance abuse recovery program available to all Christ House patients. The program is based on the 12-Step Recovery Program and has been thoughtfully curated for our patients by Petrina Williams, B.S., CAC II. This evidenced-based, participant-directed program focuses […] More…
Sing Out for Shelter 2016
Support Christ House while enjoying performances from award-winning a cappella groups, right here in DC! The 24th Annual Sing Out for Shelter concert will be held at 8pm on Saturday, February 20th at Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church. All proceeds will benefit three organizations that serve the homeless in DC – Friendship Place, Christ House, and MMUMC’s Metropolitan House. […] More…
Apply to be a Year-Long Volunteer
We are now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 Year-Long Volunteer program! Are you or someone you know interested in serving those who are homeless and sick in Washington, DC, all while living in an intentional residential community? Learn more about volunteer positions, intentional community, answers to frequently asked questions, or apply now. Email completed applications and reference forms to YLV@christhouse.org. Applications […] More…
Staff and Kairos Christmas Party
Christ House staff, Kairos Program members, and their families gathered for a joyful Christmas celebration. The evening was full of good food, festive music, gift-giving, and celebration of community. The Kairos Gospel Choir and a few musically-gifted staff led us in Christmas carols and Santa stopped by to pass out gifts to the kids. Christ House celebrates its […] More…
Giving Tuesday, December 1st
On Tuesday, December 1st, you are invited to join with thousands of United Methodists to support Advance projects on #GivingTuesday. Giving Tuesday is an international movement to extend the spirit of giving thanks into the Advent season. As a UMC Advance project, Christ House encourages you to make an online donation on December 1st to […] More…
