Care Bags for the Unhoused (CBU)

CBU Jan 2026 Distribution Event

We served 79 unhoused individuals in the windy cold this past Saturday. As volunteers, we kept commenting on how bitter the weather felt, even while wearing multiple layers of clothing. Seeing people without proper footwear in those conditions was especially heartbreaking. Along with our care bags and bus passes, we […]

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CBU Dec 2025 Distribution Event

We had the privilege of serving 50 of our unhoused neighbors this past Saturday. While we closed out the year serving fewer individuals than usual, our hearts are full. Month after month, faithful volunteers—and their families—show up with compassion, consistency, and the love of Jesus. We’re grateful for every person […]

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CBU Nov 2025 Distribution Event

November is always our favorite CBU distribution event because it gives us the joy of sharing Christmas gifts with the children at CBU. Since it’s our final gathering before Christmas, we’ve made it a tradition for the past two years to hand out gifts in November. Watching the children’s faces […]

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CBU: Oct 2025 Distribution Event

Saturday Recap: This past Saturday, we had the joy of serving 61 unhoused and low-income families. Though the rain may have kept some away, the spirit of service was alive and well thanks to over 20 faithful volunteers who show up month after month. I’m so grateful for each of […]

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CBU: Sep 2025 Distribution Event

Earlier this week, another volunteer and I reflected on how God continues to faithfully provide volunteers for CBU, month after month. This past Saturday was no exception. Alongside Grace Moves, Bethel Church, and Sisters in Christ— a women’s group who have been serving faithfully since the summer of 2024—the following […]

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CBU: Aug 2025 Distribution Event

This weekend, we distributed 90 care bags to our unhoused neighbors and families facing hardship. We also increased our monthly distribution of free bus passes to 75—our most requested item. Public transit is a lifeline, and we’re committed to expanding access as we continue listening and responding to the needs […]

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CBU: July 2025 Distribution Event

We had an incredible time serving 74 unhoused and low-income families last Saturday. One moment that stood out to me was when a middle school-aged boy lit up with excitement, sharing that he was getting baptized the next day—right after receiving a fidget toy and a Christian bracelet from us

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CBU: June 2025 Distribution Event

We had the privilege of serving 83 of our unhoused neighbors and low-income families with essential care bags, VIA bus passes, and brand-new shoes today. Meanwhile, our incredible ministry partners from Bethel church offered warm meals and drinks to all who came. We are grateful for every hand that made […]

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CBU: May 2025 Distribution Event

On May 31st, we served 91 unhoused and low-income families. While serving the CBU community, three individuals were released from the Bexar County Detention Center. We were grateful to give each of them food and care bags, and that one stayed for additional prayer. We hope for new opportunities to […]

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CBU: April 2025 Distribution Event

On Saturday, April 26, we served 85 unhoused and low-income families at our new location. My favorite moment was seeing a group of toddler-aged sisters say thank you after receiving “Jesus Loves You” bracelets!

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