Columbus Rescue Mission

The Church "With It's Sleeves Rolled Up"


How can I best help my neighbor in time of need?


The example of the Good Samaritan

(Luke 10:25-37)
  • The Good Samaritan went to the one in need. He didn’t just wait in the office for the one in need to come to him.(See Matt. 28:19)
  • The Good Samaritan had compassion for the needy one. He knew God had given him comfort not just so he could be comfortable.(See 2 Cor. 1:3,4)
  • He did what he personally could do - he didn’t just refer the needy one to someone else.(See James 2:16)
  • He spent his own time and his own money! (See 2 Cor. 12:15)
  • Within his means, the Good Samaritan invested in the needy one’s future. (Give a man a fish and feed him for a day; teach him to fish and feed him for a lifetime!)
  • He provided long-term help by checking on the man’s progress (accountability) to consider investing more.

How can I be sure I’m really helping?

We ask ourselves the following questions.
(There are legitimate reasons to say “No.”)
  • Have I prayed about it?
  • What did Jesus Do?
  • Was the need produced by an emergency or does this happen often?
  • What steps is the person taking to avoid this situation happening again?
  • Is the person working? If not, why not?
  • the request is for cash, can the legitimacy of the need be verified?
  • If the request is for cash, might it be better to buy the item(s) personally and know what the money was actually spent on? (Cash gifts too often go for alcohol/drugs.)
  • Does the person’s normal income usually meet the family’s needs? Does the family have a budget?
  • Am I “robbing” my own family of needed money or time?
  • Does the person go to church? Could God be using this circumstance to “draw him to Himself?” Invite them!
  • Am I helping out of love? Am I considering the person’s best interests?
  • Should I invite someone else with more experience or expertise to get involved?

How can we at the Rescue Mission help?

We welcome your referrals!
  • MEALS
    We serve three generous, nutritious meals every day and welcome anyone hungry! Please contact Mindy Bates 402-246-2058 or email mindyb@megavision.com.
  • BUS TICKETS
    For travel expenses, we gladly provide free room & board while people get some temporary employment and earn money for their ticket(s). We do provide box lunches for the trip.
  • LODGING
    We’re experts in temporary lodging with clean, comfortable beds available for men, women, & children. See the “Overnight Guest Program”.
  • ADDICTION SERVICES
    We provide Biblical discipleship regarding drugs, alcohol and other life mastering problems. View the “New Life Program”.
  • ABUSE SITUATIONS
    Our staff is trained and experienced in working with domestic violence situations, including spiritual counseling, obtaining protection orders, and providing security.
  • CASH
    We do not provide cash for utility payments, overdue rent, gasoline, etc. Online Donation
  • SPEAKERS
    The Columbus Rescue Mission will gladly provide speakers to educate and equip you to effectively work with the needy. Please contact Judy Konrad 402-562-7604 or email drkonra@megavision.com.

The New Life Program

A Christian Discipleship Program.
  • To address the need for life-style changes.
  • Long-term (Approx. 12 months) - Most people enrolling in the New Life Program have been through numerous 30-day programs, but without lasting success.
  • Work-study - Ten classes/week & an assigned job teaching people how to work as part of a team and to work under authority.
  • Biblically-based teaching & counseling
  • OVERCOMERS, a Bible-based, 12-step program addresses addiction issues.
  • Teaches responsibility & accountability