“It’s funny how God works,” David said as he reflected on his time at Talbot House Ministries. Unlike some of our clients, David didn’t come to Talbot House with a criminal record or untreated substance abuse. As a matter of fact, he had a college degree and was five years sober. But, at 47, he [...]

Talbot House Ministries finds itself in urgent need of support to continue its feeding programs and day-to-day operations. Our oldest cargo van, a 2005 model that has served us well for over 200,000 miles, is no longer safe to drive and too expensive to repair. This van is mission-critical to Talbot House, enabling staff to [...]

Another family has been reunited thanks to partnerships with multiple service agencies in Polk County, including Talbot House Ministries. “Mary,” who asked that her legal name not be published, is a 27-year-old single mother of four with one on the way. She’s lived in Polk County all her life and graduated from Kathleen High School. [...]

Is your congregation struggling to stay connected right now? Let Talbot House Ministries provide a unique opportunity to reconnect and discuss the mission field in our own backyard. Since our Seeds of Hope Banquet has been cancelled this year, we’re bringing Seeds of Hope testimonials directly to your church family! We are happy to visit [...]

As families across Polk County prepare to send their children back to school, Talbot House Ministries is doing its part to ensure that disadvantaged kids have the supplies they need to stay healthy and succeed. Through a partnership with One More Child, Talbot House Ministries was able to deliver 37 backpacks full of back-to-school supplies [...]

In many ways, the kitchen is the heart of Talbot House Ministries. Amid the clanging of pots and pans, the smell of roasting meat, and the bustle of busy workers, our mission of caring for the homeless is made real. Residents and staff make it a point to stop by the kitchen whenever they can. [...]

Somewhere in the woods on the outskirts of Kissimmee, Troy had set up a small tent in the middle of winter. At 50 years old, he was cold, depressed, and alone. He had no income and was grieving the loss of his mother. Things couldn’t get much worse, he thought. And then one day, his [...]

“To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven… A time to embrace, And a time to refrain from embracing.” Ecclesiastes 3: 1, 5 After much deliberation, Talbot House Ministries has decided to cancel its annual Seeds of Hope Banquet in light of the risks of COVID-19 in our area. This [...]

After much anticipation, shovels were raised, dirt was thrown, and prayers were spoken at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Vermont Place Apartments Tuesday. Together with local government leaders and project supporters, we celebrated a historic moment which will increase Talbot House Ministries’ capacity to offer affordable housing by 50 percent.  Once renovated, each of the [...]

What is “normal?” This is a word that COVID-19 has changed for everyone in our community.  Talbot House Ministries has found a new normal in many capacities, from our housing program to the Solutions department.  Our “new normal” is allowing us to engage with clients in innovative ways, and we’re excited to be able to [...]