Our History
Restorers began working in the Madison Square neighborhood February 1998, after a series of conversations between the deacons of Madison Square Christian Reformed Church and several community residents who had approached us for assistance. Restorers modeled itself after the principal of Christian Community Development, which has a focus of working with the neighborhood and not to the neighborhood. In order for this to happen, there needed to be a new 'table' set with residents, churches and other area stakeholders wanting to make a difference together for our community.
Restorers mission is: To show Christ's love by promoting long-term sustainable changes in families and neighborhood through unified committed relationships between community and church so that greater dignity and quality of life are achieved.
Based on this foundation, Restorers began to take shape, according to Isaiah 58:12, which says, "Your people will rebuild the ancient ruins and will raise up the age-old foundations. You will be called Repairer of broken walls, Restorers of streets with dwellings."
Our geographical boundaries (see map below) were then set, Neighborhood Profile intentionally small so that we could see the impact in a small area and grow from there.
We are currently partnered with the following area churches: Madison Square Church and Prince of Peace Missionary Baptist Church. If you are interested in becoming a church partner with Restorers, please contact us at 616-243-1984 for more information.
Together, we can make a difference in this community!
