House of Bread and Peace

In 1985, Sister Joanna Trainer, a Benedictine nun, opened the House of Bread and Peace as a place of shelter and sanctuary for women and children in danger of experiencing homelessness.  The House provides a safe home to approximately 100 individuals each year, with one third of these children.

While at the House of Bread and Peace, residents have an opportunity to work on their individual problems and build stable foundations for their move into independent housing.

Residents of the House are provided with a room, food, personal care items, connections to other community resources, and case management.

Women are not charged a fee to live at the House, but are responsible for daily chores, cooking, and working on their personal goals.  Many women stay an average of three to five months, having time to heal the wounds of homelessness while in an atmosphere of love and support.

First Presbyterian Church counts the House of Bread and Peace as one of our mission partners.