CHRIST-CENTERED rescue mission serving citrus & marion counties
Providing a Healthy Path to Life Recovery for Men, Women & Families
Most people at their lowest point and out of options don't hold cardboard signs. They're your neighbors. And they need more than a night off the street — they need time, structure, and a real way forward.
More Than A Shelter
The Path is a long-term residential program built on this principle: people need God, family, and work. We walk alongside men, women, and families as they prepare to return to community life—sober, stable, and independent.
Journey beYond rescue
Providing Shelter, Food, Clothing & Recovery
We provide safe shelter, meals, clothing, job retraining, and structured recovery--not as separate options, but as one program.
Rescue
A safe place to stay when life falls apart for single adults, parents with their children, and families.
Recovery
Structured, Christ-centered “New Life” program addressing physical, life-skills, financial, and other barriers to stable, independent living.
Restoration
Biblical teaching, compassionate care, and practical guidance help people overcome addiction, develop life and work skills, restore healthy relationships, and build a hope-filled future.
Working Towards a Brand New Life
“I didn't believe my life could ever change. The Path started me on a journey I thought was impossible.” – A Former Client
When clients first arrive at The Path, the work of recovery begins right away. Within just two weeks, they are already growing in health, faith, and purpose. Take a glimpse into our rescue mission and the ongoing journey of restoring lives, now and into the future.
The Path Farm Program
Cultivating Purpose, Health, and Healing
“On the farm, there is just something so healing about working outside and growing food that we all eat.” –Program Graduate
Work Therapy is How Healing Begins
For men and women at The Path, our farm and gardens provide fresh food, physical exercise, a variety of work programs, and now help stock the cafeteria for daily meals. Adults learn to grow healthy food, then how to prepare it, and use in meals daily at the rescue mission’s cafeteria. Our community can benefit as well through a membership with The Path’s Farm Co-op. Men and women at The Path grow and harvest seasonal vegetables and prepare the weekly distribution for members.
THE PATH SHELTER BARGAIN STORE
Shop Well, Do Good
Shop new and gently used items—from furniture and home goods to appliances, clothing, accessories, and more. Your donations help provide work therapy activities for the men and women at The Path. With new items added daily, every visit is a chance to discover something special while supporting life recovery.
We're Training the Next Generation of Rescue Mission Leaders Through Hands-On Experience
The Path Training Program equips ministry leaders and volunteers with the hands-on tools to launch or strengthen a Christ-centered rescue mission. Learn valuable hands-on skills from a program with more than two decades of experience serving people in crisis.
Get involved
Change Lives in Citrus & Marion County
Whether you give financially, items we need, or your time as a volunteer—every gift puts someone on the path to a restored life.
Give Now
Your gift brings hope and a new beginning to adults and families without a home. The Path is 100% community-supported, and grateful for friends like you. Thank you for being part of the miracle.
All Ways to Give
Your generosity offers Christ-centered guidance and a structured path towards a healthier future. Together, we make lasting change possible for people struggling with poverty and addiction.
Donate Goods
Whether you give needed supplies for our mission or gently used items for our thrift store, your generosity helps care for our clients and strengthens our community.
Volunteer
As a volunteer, you'll bring encouragement, connection, and hope to adults and children at The Path. Come be part of their journey—and make a lasting difference.