Binding Up the Brokenhearted
— By Deb Stratman, Crosslines Volunteer From where I sat at the front desk, I greeted an older man...
What’s In A Name?
For more than 55 years, the organization first known as the Springfield Area Council of Churches has worked quietly but ...
Offering Vulnerable Seniors Real Solutions
Each day, CCO staffers witness firsthand the challenges that many individuals face—especially our senior neighbors who, through no fault of ...
From Courtroom to Community: Dean’s Journey of Redemption and Service
When Dean Alvarez first stepped into the Crosslines Food Pantry two years ago, it was under very different circumstances than ...
Emergency Women’s Shelter Moving to 3055 E Division
After thirteen years and tens of thousands of bed nights, Safe to Sleep is moving forward with a plan to establish a dedicated shelter space at the ...
The Difference Compassion Can Make
Twenty-three years ago, I found myself in a difficult situation, struggling to escape an abusive marriage of ten years. During ...
Driving Change in Southwest Missouri
George the Uber driver never imagined the direction his day would take after picking up a special client from the ...