Saint Gregory of Nyssa Episcopal Church

The San Francisco Night Ministry offers nighttime support to those in crisis. Every night of the year, from 10:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., trained lay volunteers provide counseling and referral services for anyone in crisis. Those volunteers are the first line of communication for all whose emergency needs require immediate attention. At the same time, an ordained clergy, able to be reached by pager, is on call to the entire city meeting people where they are… in their homes, in the bars, at the bus depots, or phone booths on the street. When not on such a call, the Night Minister nurtures the people of the night accepting their invitation to be part of their lives wherever they may be found. As often as not, the favor is returned.

The Night Ministry is here to lighten the darkness… rekindle the hope. For those in crisis, a call to the Night Ministry will always reach someone who is willing to go with them into their personal suffering or private hell. For those who find it comfortable to listen to others, and share in a ministry of healing, perhaps they will hear the call too.

St. Gregory’s raises money to support their mission, and offer opportunities for volunteer hotline staffing.

For more information about San Francisco Night Ministry, contact .