Thanks to the support of the Northern California Conference Planned Giving Department, the Urban Ministries department is excited to introduce its new shower RV—a mobile resource designed to bring practical relief to those experiencing homelessness.
Rudy Peters, urban ministries director, welcomed staff at the NCC offices to tour the new vehicle, which features three shower rooms, changing areas, washer-dryer units, and a towed support trailer. Peters explains, “Our goal is to serve urban areas where the need is greatest. We will partner with local churches that form teams, receive training, and bring this service to their communities.”
The program will begin in Oakland, Richmond, Vallejo, Antioch, and Concord, where churches will use the RV to offer more than just a warm shower. It will also be stocked with hair-cutting supplies, bicycle repair tools, clothing, and hygiene items. Peters added. “More than anything, we want to help restore dignity and show people they are not forgotten. Peters also expressed gratitude to Spencer Gibson and the team at RV Country for their efforts in transforming this RV into a meaningful tool for service.
Urban Ministries is one of the five ministries supported monthly by the Conference Advance Offering, providing hope, practical assistance, and spiritual renewal to communities facing real challenges. Support makes it possible to expand these efforts, to meet immediate needs, and to foster long-term spiritual growth and unity in urban communities.
Featured in Northern Lights, April 3, 2025
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