Bridge of Hope National Values Statement

We hold the following values firmly as we strive to advance the mission of Bridge of Hope:

1.  We believe that the church is the vital link for ending homelessness for homeless women and children; we believe that mentoring groups provide a long-term supportive network for homeless and at-risk families.

2.  We respect each woman and child participating in the program, regardless of race, ethnicity, faith and past experience.

3.  We draw staff, Board members and mentoring groups from Christian congregations which confess Jesus Christ as divine Lord and Savior.

4.  We believe Jesus Christ is our example in bringing love and hope to the poor, the broken hearted, the oppressed, the homeless and the suffering.

5. We support and encourage positive life changes related to physical, emotional, social and spiritual wholeness which may occur in all participants, staff, board members and volunteers through their involvement in Bridge of Hope.

6.  We value the staff who provide professional, compassionate and quality services to participating families and mentoring groups.

7. We value honesty and integrity as the operating principles for all who are involved with Bridge of Hope.                                                        

8. We recognize our triune God as the life source for this ministry and depend on prayer to empower us to fulfill God's purposes through Bridge of Hope.