Houston (June 10, 2009)- Open Door Mission (ODM), a faith-based agency serving the destitute, disabled and homeless with a residential drug and alcohol recovery program, convalescent care and a GED program, welcomes George P. Noon, M.D., to the organization’s Board of Trustees, announced the Mission’s Executive Director, Richard H. Hill, Jr. >Download full press release.
Dinner Bell to Ring Wednesday, May 13th at Open Door Mission
Open Door Mission Unveils New State-of-the-Art Kitchen
Houston (April 9, 2009)- Open Door Mission, a faith-based recovery and rehabilitation shelter located in Houston’s East End, is hosting a Kitchen Dedication Celebration on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, to showcase their newly created 3,000 square foot kitchen, announced Open Door Mission Executive Director Rick Hill. The celebration will include the ringing of a bell donated by David Smith.
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Open Door Mission Welcomes New Board Trustee Brooks Wilson
HOUSTON (April , 2009) – Open Door Mission (ODM), a faith-based recovery and rehabilitation shelter, has recently added Brooks Wilson to the organization’s Board of Trustees, announced Open Door Executive Director Rick Hill.
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Open Door Mission Celebrates Holy Week
Thursday, April 9 and Sunday, April 12, 2009
The celebration includes a Holy Thursday Service, Foot-washing Ceremony, Easter Egg Hunt and Easter Services
Houston (March, 2009)- Open Door Mission, a faith-based recovery and rehabilitation shelter located in Houston’s East End, kicks off Holy Week with a special Holy Thursday service on April 9, 2009, including the traditional washing of the feet ceremony, followed by a luncheon. >Download full press release.
FHLB Atlanta Affordable Housing Program 2008 Awards Open Door Mission with a $750,000 Grant
Houston (March 12, 2009) – Open Door Mission, a faith-based recovery and rehabilitation center, was recently awarded a $750,000 grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHLB) for the deployment of 30 new units of housing within the Mission, according to Open Door Executive Director Rick Hill. >Download full press release.
Open Door Mission Receives $25,000 Grant From
Baylor-Methodist Community Health Fund
Houston (February 25, 2009) – Open Door Mission, a local faith-based recovery and rehabilitation shelter, has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Baylor-Methodist Community Health Fund to support the Mission’s on-site Russell M. Scott, Jr., M.D. Convalescent Care Center (RMSCCC), announced Rick Hill, executive director at Open Door Mission. >Download full press release.
Nativity Scene to Bring Community Together for Hope in 2009
An Open Invitation to Reflect on ’08 and Join Together for a Better New Year
Houston ( January 2, 2009)- Open Door Mission extends an invitation to our East End neighbors and all our fellow Houstonian to join us on Tuesday, January 6, at 7 p.m. as we present a live nativity scene. Guests will be treated to hot chocolate and Buñuelos (Mexican Pastries) during the festivities. During the event, we will reflect on the past year, then we will commit to working together to make 2009 a better year for everyone – the poor, the hungry, the homeless. The event is free and open to the public. >Download full press release.
Save the Date: February 18, 2009
“Dinner with a Terrific Texan”
U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchinson to Speak at
Open Door Mission’s Annual Gala
Houston (December, 2009)- Kay Bailey Hutchison, Republican senator from Texas, will serve as the keynote speaker for Open Door Mission’s Annual Gala on Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at 7 p.m. at the Hilton Americas Hotel in Houston. >Download full press release.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town at Open Door Mission
With Annual “Toys for Kids” Drive
HOUSTON (December 1, 2008) – Open Door Mission, a recovery and rehabilitation facility, will kick off its annual “Toys for Kids” holiday toy drive on Monday, November 24, 2008, announced Rick Hill, Executive Director of Open Door Mission.>Download full press release.
An Open Invitation to All Veterans from Open Door Mission
Houston Area Non-Profit Opens Doors to Celebrate and Honor Veterans
HOUSTON (October 20, 2008)- CALLING ALL VETERANS! Open Door Mission (ODM) invites you to a Veterans’ Day Celebration on November 10 at 6:00 p.m. The event will be held in the Mission’s Chapel at 5803 Harrisburg Blvd., in Houston’s East End. >Download full press release.
Open Door Mission Announces the Addition of
Three Board of Trustees
HOUSTON (September 2008) – Open Door Mission (ODM), a faith-based recovery and rehabilitation shelter, has added Drew Kanaly, Vidal G. Martinez and the Rev. Laurence A. Gipson to the organization’s Board of Trustees, announced Open Door Executive Director Rick Hill. >Download full press release.
Bustle to the Bunk Beds Bash!
Open Door Mission Seeks Volunteers to Help
Provide a Good Night’s Sleep
HOUSTON (September 23, 2008) – Open Door Mission, a faith-based recovery and rehabilitation shelter, is calling all volunteers to assist in the assembling of 45 new bunk beds recently donated purchased through a grant from Second Baptist Church in Houston, announced Open Door Executive Director Richard H. Hill, Jr.>Download full press release.
Open Door Mission
Making a difference in the community
HOUSTON (September, 2008)- When Hurricane Ike swept ashore in September of 2008, it tore down trees and power lines, leaving the city with no electricity for up to eight weeks in some areas. Roads became impassable, storm drains overwhelmed by large tree limbs and bushes and homes were left ripped open to the elements.>Download full press release
Open Door Mission Welcomes New Board Trustee Kelly Rushing
HOUSTON (August XX, 2008) – Open Door Mission (ODM), a faith-based recovery and rehabilitation shelter, has added Kelly Rushing to the organization’s Board of Trustees, announced Open Door Executive Director Rick Hill.
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Save the Date: November 20, 2008
Co-Authors Ron Hall and Denver Moore to Speak at
Doorkeepers Distinguished Lecture Series
“Same Kind of Different As Me”
"Doorkeepers Spirit of Giving" Award to be presented to George W. and Annette Strake by Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo
HOUSTON (June 30, 2008) - A homeless drifter who grew up picking cotton in virtual slavery, an upscale art dealer accustomed to the world of Armani and Chanel, and a gutsy woman with a stubborn dream makes for a story so inspirational some have dared to call it fiction. >Download full press release
