PRM WOMEN’S MINISTRY
Living Well From the Well
“Whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never be thirsty again. The water that I will give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”
— John 4:14
The Women’s Ministry at Peninsula Rescue Mission is a 20-bed, Christ-centered, long-term residential program for homeless women in our community.
More than a shelter, our program provides a safe space to heal, grow, and thrive — physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Through biblical guidance, practical training, and caring relationships, women find new hope and lasting change.
How to Get Started
Initial Phone Call
Reach out to begin the conversation.
In-Person Interview
We listen, learn your story, and walk with you.
Medical Exam
A basic health screening ensures safe participation.
Expanding our Mission to Embrace Women in Need
Since 1966 PRM has been ministering to homeless men. We observed a growing need for a similar ministry for women. It has been a long process, but we have seen God open doors that only He could open. We are excited to begin ministering to women experiencing homelessness.
PRM Women’s Ministry Timeline
2020
Research and discussion by our staff and Board of Directors
2021
Announced to our donors at our fall banquet our plan to open a ministry for women
May 2022
Signed a contract on a building
June 2023
A month full of miracles!
June 7th we stood before the Planning Commission. The first miracle was a positive recommendation by the City Planners (which we were not expecting based on prior conversations with them)! The second miracle was unanimous approval by the Planning Commission (which we were also not expecting based on conversations with them).
June 27th we stood before City Council where there was standing room only! At the beginning of the meeting, the mayor announced they were deferring the vote to July. Then the floor was opened for comments. One by one, people began sharing their support for the women’s ministry. At the end of the discussion, only one person had spoken against while 30 spoke in favor! After seeing the strong support from the community, City Council chose to move forward with the vote that evening - it was a unanimous vote of approval!!! “This is the Lord’s doing; it is marvelous in our eyes.” -Psalm 118:23
August 29, 2023
We closed on the building!
September 2023
First volunteer group helped with renovations.
March 2024
Began monthly prayer gatherings at the new building.
August 2024
Renovations began!
December 2024
Hired the Women’s Ministry Director!
February 2, 2025
Standing on the Promises Prayer Event – friends of PRM gathered to write Bible verses on the floors of the building.
June 7, 2023 - Tim Trant, our attorney; our realtor Carlyn Menser and her assistant; Jim Mears, president of Bayport Credit Union; and Alan DeFriese, PRM CEO
August 29, 2023 - Alan accepting the key as we closed on the building.
September 2023 - First group of volunteers begin emptying out the building so renovations can begin.
August 2024 - Renovations begin!
March 2024 - Monthly prayer gatherings!