Dignity Day Testimonials

This is my testimony as an Ambassador during Dignity Day on October 8, 2022.
Tyrone was driving by the Dignity Day Event and was curious about what was going on. He stopped, registered and was paired with me. As we were introduced, Tyrone advised me that he was living in his car on the streets of Vallejo. At the first booth he was slightly reserved when selecting the new shoes, clothes and accessories, probably in some disbelief.
After receiving lunch I escorted Tyrone to every informational booth that interested him where he received information that was valuable to him. Tyrone hesitated and resisted visiting the prayer booth but agreed to do so. Brother Joseph Sledge and the prayer team prayed over Tyrone and tears streamed from his eyes as he was clearly touched by the prayer. When we walked away from the booth Joseph caught up to us and continued praying for Tyrone’s diabetes which he never divulged to the prayer team. Even more tears flowed.
I asked Tyrone if he had a relationship with Jesus, he responded no. I asked if he knows who Jesus is and he responded no again. When I asked him if he wanted to know about Jesus, he responded yes. Tyrone knew about Adam and Eve and their disobedience and separation from God the Father. I explained how Jesus is the son of God, born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life and died on the cross as punishment for our sins therefore reconnecting us to God. Tyrone prayed the prayer of salvation.
I explained that God our Father is three persons; himself, Jesus and the Holy Spirit that was mentioned during the prayers. The Holy Spirit is now a free gift that now lives inside of him to lead him closer to Jesus. There was some excitement exhibited when I explained that Tyrone has been born again on the very spot where we were standing and he now has the Holy Spirit to guide him. The next booth we visited was Emmanuel Temple Church, Vallejo where Tyrone knew one of the women representing the church. Everyone rejoiced when I announced that Tyrone had just accepted Christ and they invited him to connect with their church to assist in his spiritual growth. He accepted the invitation and committed to attending the next day.
Praise God for his orchestration of this testimony. A drive by sparked curiosity which led to a salvation!

I went to Dignity Day, and I was volunteering as an ambassador, I was able to walk with a young lady named Jazmine, I took her to the different stations and she couldn’t believe all the resources available to her she kept saying “wow I can’t believe this, you guys are so kind” she was about to leave and I felt led to pray for her, she said it was okay and as I started praying she started crying. I believe that seeds were planted in her that God will continue to nurture. I was so glad to have met her.

The experience as always is a great one! This time we provided mostly education to guests since many who stopped by had received the bivalent booster already. One meaningful interaction I had was a person who was monolingual in Spanish and couldn’t afford a haircut. I accompanied her to get a haircut and she was so happy that one of the people offering the service spoke some Spanish. She left her belongings with me while getting the haircut, and when she came back, she was all in tears of gratitude. It just filled my heart of love since we take many things for granted.

This past Dignity Day was the first time I have ever volunteered outside of church. It was an amazing experience to be part of something meaningful for people that are less fortunate and in need of help.
I ran into one of my old friends from a past job. He knew both myself and Adija since we all worked together over 20 years ago. I recognized him but I wasn’t sure he would recognize me since my hair moved from the top of my head to my face. I was in shock that he recognized me and we were able to reconnect.
I was thankful to see that he was taking full advantage of the resources that were being provided. He even accepted prayer and a Bible. I was able to spend time with him and we exchanged numbers. I will make it a priority to connect with him and I am thankful that our paths have crossed. I look forward to sharing some of my testimonies with him and listen to him and learn about each others lives these last 20+ years.

Thanks Dr. Mike so much for helping organize and lead this event. It was truly a pleasure to serve and I heard nothing but good feedback from those that came out to volunteer with me. Isabel Patchin said “I had the most incredible time serving and meeting everyone on Saturday. I cannot thank you enough for being obedient to Christ’s leading in your life and for getting our church involved with the event. It was such a blessed time and hope we can be a part of it again in September!”

I was personally touched by a man I was able to serve at both the foot washing station and medical tent. He was initially very apprehensive about taking his shoes off due to embarrassment about a fungal infection. However, we were able to convince him that the warm soak would probably feel good and we put a towel over the bucket initially so we didn’t see his feet. Once we got to talking with him though, he opened up and allowed us to wash his feet. He started to tear up when we washed his feet, saying it felt so nice. He teared up again when we gave him a Burger King gift card. He has a lot of negative past experiences with doctors and was initially resistant to go to the medical tent but I encouraged him and he eventually went. He did his intake with one of the students and then teared up for a 3rd time when I said we could refill his pain meds like gabapentin that he had been out of for quite a while. For someone who has not received a lot of kindness from the world, it was such a blessing to be able to serve him and show him some love that day.

As a Dignity Day ambassador, I escorted our clients through the various free services provided by our vendors, the sense of appreciation from those we served was truly palpable.

While some first-time clients were initially hesitant, they quickly recognized the care and compassion behind our actions. I also had the meaningful honor of assisting at the prayer booth, where I helped introduce several individuals to a relationship with Jesus Christ. Dignity Day provides a vital, nonjudgmental environment for our unhoused clients, and it was a privilege to witness the impact of this ministry firsthand.

I began volunteering to serve on Dignity Day in 2021. It has been a pleasure and a
blessing to serve the unhoused on Dignity Day and to serve at the shelter on Fridays. I have been able to build relatonships with individuals, share the word of God with them, and encourage them to have faith, trust God, and believe that God will change their lives and their circumstances.
Each time I volunteer to serve others my heart is filled with joy, hope, and compassion, and I feel closer to Christ following in His footsteps. Matthew 25:40, “Whatever you did
for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
It’s important to realize that these are God’s children and we are no better than them. I
will continue to volunteer, share God’s word, bless others, and share the love of God!
Thank you, Dr. Mike Hester for answering the call that God put on your heart and for
invitng me to be a part of this special community!

Another Dignity Day, another huge success! What an honor and joy it was to be apart of an event that is focused on serving people that are often overlooked or ignored. I was able to spend an hour with a gentleman as he received services and supplies and learn his story. God clearly was working in his life and the gratitude that he expressed for what he was able to receive that day demonstrated to me that he encountered the love of God that day. God is moving in Vallejo and cares for each person, regardless of their social class! I look forward to serving at the next Dignity Day! Keep Going!

I was stationed at the grill with brother Reggie and I was asked to be an ambassador for Manual. As I was escorting him. He shared that he was excited to receive a shower, new socks, and a tent. Manuel stated that he had been homeless for a few years but he looks forward to Dignity Day. I asked him if he knew Jesus and he said yes. I asked him if I could pray for him. He said yes. I asked, what he wanted prayer for? He didn’t have a particular request, therefore I led him in a prayer for peace, comfort, safety, provisions and revelation of God as his father. I used, “Psalm 121 King James Version
1 I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.
2 My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.”
I encouraged him to find a Bible based church
He was very thankful for the prayer and the gifts and he said that he hopes to be in a home soon, and thanks for all.

Good morning, I apologize for the delay in reporting the tremendous blessings in serving with Dignity Day. One young lady who lives in the apartments next to the Solano Dream center walked to see what event was taking place . I now believe the Holy Spirit led her there for a breakthrough. She was immediately drawn to the Prayer Tent. Glory to God! You see she was a Believer in Jesus Christ but was struggling hard with a serious spirit of depression and Suicidal thoughts. God moved in a mighty way and dismantled the demonic battle in her mind. We prayed and declared Gods truth and promises over her life. Glory to God she was set free, and so Grateful! I was also blessed to meet and be friend a young man named Michael who was unhoused . I had the pleasure of walking him around as a Ambassador to insure he was able to receive all the resources provided at Dignity Day. I was touched by an unknown person driving a White car who consistently and unselfishly throughout the day dropped off and picked up the unhoused to insure they were able to participate. Thank you, Dr., Mike for your YES, Surrender and hard work in this Ministry. God Bless.

In partnership with local churches and community resource groups across Solano County, we had the honor of serving the unhoused population of Vallejo. Together, we provided showers, haircuts, clothing, meals, and access to medical and housing assistance for those in need.
Witnessing our community come together to share their time, resources, and compassion was a truly humbling experience. It reminded us to appreciate the small things and reinforced how even the simplest acts of kindness can make a lasting impact.
Thank you, Dr. Hester, and your incredible team, for organizing such a meaningful and transformative event. I’m already looking forward to the next Dignity Day.

Hey! Dignity Day was such a humbling experience. Mike and Noeta are truly amazing—just real blessings to the community. They pour so much love into what they do, spreading smiles, hope, and support to those who really need it. Big shoutout to all the churches that came together and to every volunteer who showed up with heart. It was beautiful to see everyone united for such a powerful cause. I’m really grateful I got to be a part of it!