Pathway Ministries (formerly Peoria Rescue Ministries)

Pathway Ministries is a gospel-centered ministry of mercy that creates pathways out of poverty through Jesus with our neighbors in need. Pathway Ministries has been serving the poor and those in need since 1955. Through our areas of ministry, we provide food, shelter, clothing, counseling, pregnancy& parenting services, and renewal programs to the people of Central Illinois.

If you are interested in volunteering opportunities, please contact Lori Skinner, Engagement Coordinator, or call her at (309) 208-8421.

 

Men's Residential Center
601 SW Adams St., Peoria, IL 61602

Highly regarded as a leader in rescue ministries across the country, Pathway Ministries exists to reach homeless and needy men 18 years or older with the gospel of Jesus Christ, while providing for their physical needs with food, clothing, and shelter.

In a clean and well-maintained atmosphere, men who are willing to abide by the structured rules are always welcome.

Men in need of more than crisis relief are offered the opportunity to join the Next Step program or Renewal program that best suits the needs of the individual.

1212 Community House (Apartments) is an affordable residential living opportunity for qualified graduates of our Men’s Renewal Program.

 

The Esther House - Women's Shelter
6847 N. Allen Rd, Peoria IL 61614

Crisis relief services are available to women only; female by birth, age 18 or older. Crisis relief services are offered in a clean and comfortable setting for up to seven nights per month. Crisis relief includes bed, showers, nutritious meals, clean clothes, chapel services, and light case management. Our shelter facility is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The Esther House provides a welcoming atmosphere where relief and hope are found in Christ. We provide spiritual, emotional, and physical care for the women we serve.

Women in need of more than crisis relief are offered the opportunity to join the Next Step program or Renewal program that best suits the needs of the individual.

 

Barnabas Center
1831 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 61603

Bible-based counseling services at low or no cost to those in need.

Since many issues stem from problems with family and personal relationships, Pathway Ministries established the Barnabas Center to fulfill the need for Biblical counseling. Clients who are mentally, emotionally, and spiritually discouraged can openly share their fears, hurts, and difficulties and receive discerning Biblical wisdom. Membership is held in the American Association of Christian Counselors. Marriage, family, and individual counseling are available.

 

Empower Life Center
1825 N. Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 61603

At Empower Life Center, we not only provide no-cost pregnancy screening and STI testing, we also provide parenting skills classes that give our clients more than a choice. If gives them a solid chance at flourishing.

Since its opening in 1987, the Empower Life Center has provided information and care to women and men from pregnancy through parenthood. All services are free of charge and confidential. In 2018, the name of the Center was changed from the Women’s Pregnancy Center to better reflect the Center’s purpose and services.

Whatever their situation, we are here to help and inform our clients. We offer many services to assist both women and men.