These are the same steps our staff use when they help someone. "They" means the person who needs help: you, or someone you are helping. Go in order, and call ahead when you can.
1Ask what they want
You can say"Prayer and church are always your choice. Help here never depends on it."
You can ask"What would help you most: prayer now, a Bible study, a church, or someone to talk to?"
Never pray or talk about faith during TEFAP food distribution.
2Pray with them if they ask
You can ask"Would you like me to pray with you, or would you like some quiet?"
Keep it short. Use plain words and their own needs.
Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
Billy Graham 24/7 Prayer Line
855-255-7729
· 24/7
Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) - 700 Club Prayer Center
24-hour prayer line
800-700-7000
· 24 hours a day
3Invite them to Bible study (optional)
At the Gospel MissionThe Mission has a Bible study for anyone who wants it. It is never required.
Silver City Gospel Mission
Bible study (voluntary)
575-388-5071
111 S. Texas St., Silver City · Ask staff for the current days and times
4Help them find a church
You can ask"Do you have a church or faith you would like to connect with?"
Church of the Good Shepherd
Wednesday service and lunch; help as needed
575-538-2015
615 N Texas St, Silver City · Wednesdays 12:05pm service followed by lunch. Office Mon-Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 10am-3pm
Silver City Seventh-day Adventist Church
Church with community services ministry
575-538-3882
12 Peterson Dr, Silver City · Sat 9:30am and 10:55am; Sun noon Bible study
5Faith-based support groups
Harvest Church Silver City
Celebrate Recovery
575-538-3619
1500 N. Hudson St., Silver City · Thursday 6:00 pm
Harvest Church Silver City
GriefShare support group
575-538-3619
1500 N. Hudson St., Silver City · Thursdays 6-8pm; current session Sep 24 - Dec 17, 2026
Latter-day Saints Addiction Recovery Program (phone and video meetings)
Free 12-step recovery meetings by phone or video
Focus on the Family
Free Christian counseling consultation by phone (marriage and family)
855-771-4357
This guide is general information only, not medical, legal or other professional advice. Places and rules change, so please call before you go. In an emergency, call 911; in a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Disclaimer
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Questions, or want someone to walk through this with you? The Silver City Gospel Mission, 111 S. Texas St., Silver City,
575-388-5071, weekdays 9:00am-1:45pm. Everyone is welcome.