We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Lisa Purdy as the new CEO of Christ House. Dr. Purdy brings more than a decade of leadership experience in nonprofit and public service organizations focused on health equity, child welfare, and workforce development. A skilled strategist and compassionate relationship-builder, she has led initiatives that strengthen systems of care […] More…
What's Happening at Christ House
A Farewell from Jim Lindsay, CEO
Our CEO, Jim Lindsay, is retiring from Christ House at the beginning of June. Jim originally joined our staff in 1987 and has dedicated over ten years of service to our mission of healing and hope. Below is a personal letter from Jim to all of you who have supported Christ House throughout the years. […] More…
Volunteer Spotlight: Building Relationships with Trinity Washington
Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month! Here at Christ House, we appreciate all the ways that volunteers show up to support our mission. This month, we asked two seniors from Trinity Washington University, Olamide and Rene-Armand, to share more about their experience completing internships with us this semester. Olamide and Rene-Armand traveled a similar path to arrive […] More…
Healing with Haiku
When a patient arrives at Christ House, they are welcomed into a community dedicated to their holistic healing and well-being. This includes the clinical care and case management that’s provided by our staff on the second floor, three nutritious meals a day from our kitchen, and counseling from our Addictions Counselor and Chaplain. Another integral […] More…
A Leadership Transition at Christ House
Dear Friend, I want to share some personal news with you. When I accepted the role of Executive Director at Christ House in late 2023, I intended to serve for no more than two years. I recently informed our staff that I will be stepping down this summer to retire after 40 years of full-time […] More…
Ongoing Connections
For the past eight years, Cindy and Russell have been consistent supporters of Christ House. Earlier this year, Cindy took her longstanding commitment one step further, and joined our Board of Directors. This is the story of why they give to Christ House: How did you find out about Christ House? We first learned about […] More…
Remembering Dr. Janelle Goetcheus
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of our beloved founder, Dr. Janelle Goetcheus. Dr. Goetcheus’ compassion and vision shaped the heart of Christ House, and her legacy will continue to guide us in our work every day. We invite you to share a message for the Goetcheus […] More…
An Interview with Cristin Anthony, Kairos Program Director
Cristin Anthony re-joined our Christ House team this fall as the new Kairos Program Director. In this role, she supports our Kairos Members to live with purpose and joy, coordinating care as well as providing advocacy, social service assistance, and connection. You can learn more about the Kairos Program here. How did you learn about […] More…
A Year at Christ House: Juan’s Reflection
For most of 2024, Juan has been a consistent presence at Christ House. He was first admitted in early March and has been readmitted twice since then. Juan can often be found working on an art project or enjoying the weather on one of the benches outside our building. He greets everyone who passes by […] More…
To Give Thanks
As we begin to look back at 2024 and as we approach the ever-busy holiday season, we take a moment to pause in gratitude. Gratitude for our patients and Kairos Members, who receive healing and another chance at life while they’re at Christ House. Gratitude for our dedicated staff and volunteers, who make sure our […] More…
