LAC Newsletter

Outreach Ministries International, a partner of Faith Home, was awarded the contract to become the permanent operator of the Lodi Access Center on February 4, 2026. The Lodi Access Center is a low-barrier emergency shelter located in Lodi, CA, focused on transitioning individuals experiencing homelessness to their next step towards a new life. The Lodi Access Center is operated from a temporary facility, yet it ensures individuals are fully cared for and equipped to get back on their feet to include showers, meals, and transport. The center also remains connected to the community to improve access to medical care, recovery meetings, church services, employment opportunities, and much more. The center’s temporary facility currently supports 46 beds and is expected to offer over 60 beds with integrated mental health and respite care through San Joaquin County when its permanent facility is constructed.

Faith Home has been closely involved with the Lodi Access Center in bringing in new students who are seeking restoration through Jesus Christ. Our relationship is strongly aligned with the mission of Faith Home, especially since the current Lodi Access Center Director, Johnny Coughran featured in the center, is a Monterey Teen Challenge graduate and the Assistant Director, Zac Edalgo featured to his right, is a Faith Home Adult and Teen Challenge graduate. Our close relationship allows for increased care and more effective transitions to get those in need to the right place, not just any place, with a focus on Christ being the answer they truly need. We are thankful for their service, excited for their future, and anticipate a growing relationship focused on leading many more to Christ!