Standing Strong Through the COVID-19 Pandemic 🙏🌍

The COVID-19 pandemic was one of the most difficult seasons we have ever faced as an organization. Like so many others, we experienced loss, uncertainty, and disruption. Yet, through it all, Adullam Outreach stood strong—holding fast to our mission of serving with dignity and love, even in the hardest of times.

A Sudden Halt

The pandemic hit right as we were preparing for our spring break programming in 2020. We had university partners lined up—students from Marquette, MSOE, UW campuses, and Whitewater—ready to serve and connect with our community. Almost overnight, everything was canceled. Our building, once buzzing with activity, grew quiet as restrictions set in and the world shut down.

Staying Connected

Even though our doors were forced to close in many ways, we refused to let the heart of Adullam stop beating. Our Monday night gatherings continued faithfully—sometimes in person when it was safe, and often over Zoom, so we could pray, worship, and encourage one another through screens. These moments of connection kept our community united, even while physically apart.

Serving Despite the Storm

Financially, the pandemic took a toll. We lost donors, funding streams dried up, and resources were stretched thin. But in the middle of it all, one thing never stopped: our Relief Center remained open. Families still came to us for food, furniture, and support, and we did everything we could to meet their needs while following local and federal safety guidelines. We refused to let the challenges keep us from being a lifeline to our neighbors.

Looking Back with Gratitude

Those months were tough—there’s no denying it. But today, looking back, we see God’s hand carrying us through. We see the faithfulness of our team, our volunteers, and our supporters who stood with us when it mattered most. And we see how Adullam emerged from that storm more resilient, more focused, and more determined than ever to continue our mission.

The pandemic may have shut down events, funding, and normalcy, but it could not shut down our purpose. Adullam stayed open, stayed faithful, and stayed committed to serving Milwaukee.