Church Sues Colorado Town to Be Able to Shelter Homeless in Trailers, Work ‘Authorized by God’ [Video]

In the heart of Castle Rock, Colorado, a story unfolds that intertwines compassion, faith, and legal battles. Nestled on the outskirts of this town, The Rock Church stands as a beacon of hope for those grappling with homelessness. Behind the church, two donated RVs have become temporary sanctuaries for individuals like Joe Ridenour, who found himself without a home after losing his job during the pandemic. For Joe, the RV was more than just shelter; it was a lifeline that prevented him from returning to Kansas City, where he feared relapse into methamphetamine use.

Joe shared, “Without this trailer and this church, I wouldn’t be alive. The drug use would have consumed me,” as he’s now employed and renting a room from a friend he met at the church. His story is a testament to the church’s mission to provide refuge for those in need. However, this mission has met …