Our History
The History of Our Ministry
Good Samaritan Network was established by Glenn and Beth Burns in Tallahassee, Florida in 2007. The roots of the ministry began from the desire to meet the physical and spiritual needs of individuals who were homeless, hurting, or hopeless. Our services have varied through the years, but the Christian ministry remains focused on serving men and women in crisis while sharing the gospel of Jesus. Good Samaritan Network, Inc. has grown to include residential programs for men and women, with the men’s residential program featuring prison re-entry services and support for men seeking to transform their lives, while the women’s program focuses on serving women in crisis. Individuals who reside at our facilities receive mentoring, services to meet their physical needs, and spiritual enrichment education. The Good Samaritan Super Thrift Store also features a daily food pantry (Monday–Friday) and provides other assistance such as clothing benevolence to help those needing a hand up.
Mission Statement
To meet the physical and spiritual needs of individuals who seek residential support in a
faith-based environment and to provide benevolent assistance, as resources allow, in
the spirit of the Good Samaritan as depicted in Luke 10.
Community Support
Good Samaritan Network in Tallahassee, FL relies heavily on the charity and support of individuals and community partners who believe in our mission and want to be a part of the good work occurring at the ministry. We value our partners and those who support us faithfully. Over the years, volunteer support and charitable contributions have provided the resources needed for the ministry to operate as a viable organization that truly builds bridges between people and the Lord.
Governance
The Good Samaritan Network (GSN) is a 501(c)(3) organization that operates as a parachurch ministry working alongside others to fulfill its mission of meeting the physical and spiritual needs of individuals who seek residential support in a faith-based environment and providing benevolent assistance, as resources allow, in the spirit of the Good Samaritan as depicted in Luke 10. In many instances, GSN can address needs and limitations that local churches and others cannot, particularly regarding residential support and services for those in need. Good Samaritan Network is governed by a Board of Directors that operates under established Bylaws ensuring accountability to God, Biblical principles, local church partners, and those we serve. Our Board of Directors consists of Christian men and women who support the GSN mission and are expected to uphold the basic tenets of the Christian faith while serving in a fiduciary capacity to ensure proper oversight of ministry resources.
Board members are required to submit:
A statement of faith indicating their religious beliefs, salvation experience, and ministry work
A short bio or summary regarding professional experience
Church affiliation and pastor’s name
A statement explaining why they want to serve on the Good Samaritan Network Board
“To meet the physical and spiritual needs of individuals who seek residential support in a faith-based environment and to provide benevolent assistance, as resources allow, in the spirit of the Good Samaritan as depicted in Luke 10.
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