The sound of music floated out of the doors of the Shekinah Mission Drop-In Centre in Plymouth, as clients headed in for a hot meal……

The Shekinah Mission is a Devon-based charity providing opportunities for persons in recovery.  This includes recovery from homelessness, drug and alcohol concerns, offending behaviours or mental health issues.  Established in 1992, they have a range of projects across a number of locations.  The Drop-In Centre in Stonehouse, Plymouth offers a range of services, including a hot meal on Saturdays and Sundays.

Skekinah-Mission-and-RRT-Kitchen
Busy in the Kitchen

Saturday 19th March 2016 saw the Plymouth Rapid Relief Team (RRT) head to the Shekinah Drop-In Centre to contribute their support and serve the day’s brunch.  It was no mere menu – BBQ gammon in bread rolls, salad, coleslaw and chips made for an appetising main course.  Rounded off with a tasty desert:  fruit kebabs, cookies and hot cross buns, leaving all feeling well fed.

Skekinah-Mission-RRT-First-Course
First course
Skekinah-Mission-Tucking-into-RRT-Food
Tucking in

The stage was set for live music, provided by the RRT band, to boost the already vibrant and relaxed atmosphere – which was very well received by both the service-users and staff.  The 4-strong group performed for the duration, playing a full range of songs – from modern numbers to golden oldies – something for everyone to tap along to.

RRT Band-at-Skekinah-Mission
RRT band
Skekinah-Mission-Enjoying-RRT-Music
Enjoying the relaxed atmosphere

The day was enjoyed by all – clients, staff and RRT alike.  RRT valued the opportunity to work with the Shekinah Mission, such a great job, for a good cause, carried out by incredible people – and looks forward to supporting them again.

Skekinah-Mission-and-RRT-Teams
The Shekinah & RRT teams

Related Articles

Community | Compassion | Support

Help us make a difference

Contribute through monthly or one-off donations and support the Rapid Relief Team’s work across Australia