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January 2025 - Volume 37, Number 1  |  Be ye doers of the Word, and not hearers only. (James 1.22)

“THE COLDEST NIGHTS DEMAND OUR

  WARMEST HEARTS.” - NINA MOSELEY

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As temperatures plummet this month and wind chills drop below 35 degrees, local shelters will activate Operation White Flag, providing immediate emergency shelter to anyone experiencing homelessness. During these dangerous cold snaps, participating shelters waive their usual entry requirements and capacity limits, ensuring that no one has to brave potentially lethal winter conditions on the streets.

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“When the temperatures drop below 35 degrees, we’ll do everything we can to get people inside,“ says Nina Moseley, Wayside’s COO.

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“It’s just not safe for homeless people to stay outside. So, we will increase our usable space with extra bunks, or with mats in the TV rooms, and other available areas to ensure everyone has a warm, safe place to sleep. We’ll also provide three meals a day and many other services to help them get back on their feet.”

Operation White Flag

“As the bible says, our faith demands action,” Nina adds. “We believe it's our Christian duty to open our doors and get our neighbors off the streets. It’s been said that the coldest nights demand our warmest hearts."

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​Wayside also has designated kennel spaces, ensuring pet owners don't have to choose between their animals and shelter during dangerous weather conditions.

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People sleeping on the floors inside Wayside’s shelter during a white flag period.

Help us help them with your donation: Text/Call 345-9030 
or CLICK HERE

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DIRECTOR'S CORNER:  
Looking back on FOUR of the many success stories of 2024!

 

“I always prayed, but I prayed for the wrong things. Today, I know how to pray for something that's meaningful. I feel that my higher power is showing me how to maintain my character defects and how to respect others.”

DEBRA

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“Using the Big Book, along with the guidance of our Lord Almighty Jesus Christ, I became a stand-up guy again.

I became the Jerry that my parents raised me to be. Take alcohol out of the equation, and that's the man I am today.”

JERRY

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"Wayside has given me the feeling of family and home," Within Wayside, Kyle found a community that embraced him, flaws and all. Through fellowship and service, he discovered a sense of belonging that transcended blood ties.

KYLE

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“Wayside is a unique low-barrier shelter that accepts pets,” Heather said, “which is amazing. It's important to keep people and their pets together to avoid additional trauma. I was so blessed to bring (my dog) Pebbles with me.”

HEATHER

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Wayside thanks everyone who helped our community’s most vulnerable enjoy a fun, dignified holiday season.

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Hwang's Martial Arts collected almost 4000 huge cans of vegetables and delivered to the Mission for 2025.

The Priory of Holy Sepulchre (Louisville) delivered an astounding 3400 pounds of turkey and ham to the Wayside Shelter for 2025!

The Masons brought clothing and more for the shelter clients.

Fleur's Dream brought toys, food, clothing, toiletries and more!

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The Kiwanis Club helped children and parents enjoy 'Breakfast with Santa.'

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Dick & Ardi Wilson gave dozens of stuffed bears for moms & kids.

Veterans were honored with a special holiday Wayside meal, plus clothing and gifts from the VA.

UPS donated a truckload of toys for our homeless kids.

Toys for Tots, ESPN, and others donated to the Wayside Christmas Store, which served hundreds of families.

Check out Wayside’s holiday TV coverage. CLICK HERE!

‘Open Wide Your Hand':
City Mourns Homeless Lives Lost.

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Nina Moseley and other speakers remembered homeless lives lost in 2024.

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The event took place in front of attendees at the Jefferson County Courthouse.

On December 20, 2024, community members gathered on the steps of the Jefferson County Courthouse in Louisville to honor 46 individuals who died while experiencing homelessness over the past year. The memorial service, held on the eve of winter solstice—the longest night of the year—began with a moving rendition of "It's All In His Hands" by Reverend George Mayes Jr.

 

Nina Moseley, who led the ceremony, emphasized that each person remembered had family connections and personal stories before circumstances led them to life on the streets. Reverend Bryan Hagan, who has worked with Wayside Christian Mission for nearly 15 years, delivered a devotional message calling on both the Christian community and city leadership to take action against homelessness. Drawing from Deuteronomy 15, Hagan urged attendees to "open wide your hand to your brother" and stressed the importance of serving with genuine care rather than for recognition. The ceremony culminated in the reading of each name, remembering individuals from James Brewster to Amy Woods, followed by a moment of silence.

    

The service concluded with Reverend Mayes performing "What A Friend We Have In Jesus," as attendees were encouraged to extend greater kindness to their neighbors in the coming year.

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Ask, and it will be given to you.

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If you can, please help Wayside with our current CRITICAL NEEDS:

• Retired Mechanics (preferably diesel) for our donation pick up vehicles

Box Trucks for donation pick ups

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