Social Documentary Photography – Helping The Needy In Detroit, USA
Pastor Steve Upshur (founder of Peacemakers International) ministering to the needy.
Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit.
This social documentary photography was submitted to Edge of Humanity Magazine by Fine Art/Social Documentary Photographer Eric Smith.
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From projects “Recovery” and “Portraits of Survival” by Eric Smith.
Melody and Cathy
Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit.
Father with daughter.
Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit.
Survival and Recovery on Chene Street in Detroit
In a desolate inner city section of Detroit (50% or more of the residence of Detroit live in poverty) some have sought out Peacemakers International, a “neutral christian territory”, in Detroit, MI. USA.
Biker with Am Flag vest.
Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit
Young family and members during a service.
Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit
Coming from drug addiction, alcoholism, prostitution, crime and homelessness they have found a path to recovery and survival. Peacemakers International offers food, shelter, and unconditional love to anyone in need. Over the years Peacemakers International has attained a 20%(approx.) rate of success with it’s community out reach programs.
Resident of Detroit at outdoor community out each service. Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit.
“Leroy” a resident of one of the church’s residential housing facilities. Peacemakers International residency – Chene St., Detroit.
Tina on Chene street across from the Peacemakers church. Chene St., Detroit.
Rose standing on Chene Street.
Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit
A painting and member during service.
Peacemakers International church – Chene St., Detroit.
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By Eric Smith