“Growing up in Oakland, you can experience a lot of different types of people. As a sixteen-year old, I thought it was cool to hang out with friends that drank and did drugs. That kind of lifestyle lead me to homelessness and being on the run. Running away from friends and family. Last year I found myself in a detox center and it was a social worker who told me about CityTeam Oakland. I needed help and they opened their door to me. Through the Discovering God Bible studies at CityTeam, I have learned a lot about who God is and how I can have a personal relationship with Him. I am currently working and I see so many changes in my life. I am so thankful to everyone that has supported me through the process.”
HOMELESS AND ON THE RUN
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