![]() We've been Spirit- led with a clear mission for our future at The Phileo House: to provide a safe haven exclusively for women and their children. This is all God guiding us, and showing us face to face women (and their youngsters) who need a transitional roof now, and how urgently needed is The Phileo House. We all know the gut-wrenching reality of a mother and her kids having no choice but to live in a car, or share a place with many other people with unknown intentions. The weight of fear, shame, anger, and helplessness is all too real. Unfortunately, many of them feel inadequate, or do not speak the English language to either ask for help, or even reach out privately. Many more times that we know, they are either hiding from their closest family members, or been pushed away for various reasons. No Job, no car, no roof, no reliable spouse or partner. Where do they restart from? How? This is where we step in. We've been called to bring something different: HOPE, SHELTER, and EMPOWERMENT. As we listened to the voice of the Lord, I am reminded of this Bible verse, which has become palpable for us: Psalm 32:8 "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you". Thanks to God's guidance, we are following the true plan he has in store for us. Too many women, and kids, are praying for The Phileo House to come about. This shift in mission will bring it to completion faster, in Him and with His favor. Pivoting is just our way of replying with a resound YES and being obedient to God's call. We are blessed and grateful. May you continue linking arms with us and lifting The Phileo House in prayer. God's blessings.
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Dear Friends and Believers, We are excited to be present as a new growing Christ-centered community in LinkedIn , and we want to extend a heartfelt invitation to join us. Rooted in faith and driven by love, The Phileo House is dedicated to making a positive impact through acts of compassion and service for the unsheltered folks in our community. It takes a village to raise an unsheltered life! ![]() At The Phileo House, we embody the essence of "phileo," the Greek word for brotherly love and friendship. Our mission is to create a space where faith intersects with action, where every connection and contribution echoes the love of Christ as we serve the unsheltered fellows. Why Connect with Us? - Inspiration: Receive uplifting messages and stories of hope that strengthen your faith journey. - Community: Engage with like-minded individuals who share a passion for making a difference in the world. - Opportunity: Discover volunteer opportunities, events, and ways to support our causes. | Whether you're seeking to deepen your faith, contribute to meaningful causes, or simply connect with others who share your values, The Phileo House on LinkedIn is where you belong. Join us today and be part of a community that believes in the power of faith to transform lives and communities for the better. Together, let's spread love, hope, and compassion in every corner of the world. Joining is so easy: 1. Visit our LinkedIn page: The Phileo House 2. Click "Follow" to stay updated with our latest news and activities. 3. Engage with our posts, share your thoughts, and connect with fellow members of our faith-filled community. 4. Or, click on the pictures! ![]() Thank you 🙌🏽for considering this invitation. We look forward to walking this journey of faith and love together as we elevate and empower our community members in need of a temporary home through The Phileo House! Warm regards and blessings! |

Let's connect the dots.
Tutus are all about music, dancing, even history if you want to get deep and go further.
Modular home... a place that is all about enjoying a great space to be and be with, a cozy warm dwelling where dancing, listening to your favorite music, or even delving into history and culture, if you may, is possible at the most private and enjoyable level!
Tutus are all about music, dancing, even history if you want to get deep and go further.
Modular home... a place that is all about enjoying a great space to be and be with, a cozy warm dwelling where dancing, listening to your favorite music, or even delving into history and culture, if you may, is possible at the most private and enjoyable level!

Well, check this out...
Whoever came to our event on April 6th Shop-For-A-Cause Garage Sale, was able to witness a tutu dancing to the beat of Waka-Waka by Shakira to honor purchases over $20 (yeah, that's yours truly...). But most importantly, the day was full of 'legacy' shopping, celebration and intention. Full of great weather, sun, hope and goals, desires and enthusiasm, and a large dose of commitment and obedience. Building The Phileo House For The Unsheltered was that day, the star of the show, with our Lord pouring His favor over all present physically, and in prayer.
Whoever came to our event on April 6th Shop-For-A-Cause Garage Sale, was able to witness a tutu dancing to the beat of Waka-Waka by Shakira to honor purchases over $20 (yeah, that's yours truly...). But most importantly, the day was full of 'legacy' shopping, celebration and intention. Full of great weather, sun, hope and goals, desires and enthusiasm, and a large dose of commitment and obedience. Building The Phileo House For The Unsheltered was that day, the star of the show, with our Lord pouring His favor over all present physically, and in prayer.
Our future transformative home will be more than just a parking lot; it will shine as a restorative community, a safe haven, and a stepping stone to a brighter future and independence. Phileo -the greek word for brotherly love- will be present in every corner of our home through Christ. How dcouldn't i dance (in all transparency, it was only one time).
Pray, don't wait! Be a part of it! Partner with our love for the unsheltered by subscribing to our newsletter!
You can also Contact Us and/or leave an amazing legacy through your financial gift, your time and your prayers.
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You can also Contact Us and/or leave an amazing legacy through your financial gift, your time and your prayers.
Dont miss our FAQ page for more info!
From Our Phileo-House to yours...
receive much gratitude and love.🤍

"Papi, why do you take us to the poorest regions during each vacation trip? Aren't we supposed to just have fun?", I would ask him. To be honest, it was never irritating for me to play with all my new friends, and eat under their roofs during sizzling hot days. The food was divine, served with a unique joy, and I would care less about sweating, and getting my clothes dirty and unlady-like. Yet I was curious. I, too, loved handing out coins and dollars to my newfound friends as prompted by dad, and spin endlessly in pirouettes and fainting-provoking cartwheels together.
Our father was raised in a very poor household. His dad died early in his 40's from a heart attack when he was 7 y/o. As part of an 11- siblings family, without a paternal figure, and no financial help you could say he raised himself. Life brought him ridicule, aloneness and a box of cigarettes as a child. He learned to fend for himself and developed strategies to survive. What a way to be in constant hyperalert mode, and grow many heart layers rooting from sadness, anger and total independence from his Heavenly Father!
This is how a 'vocation' was born, a calling carrying dad's fingerprints all over it. Papi's core was kind and compassionate, especially for the suffering, in spite of his stern facade and the controlling disposition he journeyed life with. No wonder how our family always ended in the poorest neighbors during vacation time. A time to get, and a time to give the 'forgotten' ones. What a well-carved reminder. A God-given gift was being purposefully developed: compassion and longing to help the less fortunate. |
God's imprint, signature, and protection, quietly behind the scenes, undoubtedly formed and fired it up. Today He brings forth new kinds of fruit through this longing...calling: The Phileo House. Oh, Holy Spirit...
From 'vacation' to 'vocation'. An earthly dad ... a Heavenly Dad. What a deliberate and powerful recipe of unexpected collaborations and earthly events always gush from your Spirit to finish what you start! How magnificent is your well orchestrated plan! It always gives YOU glory! How closely you pay attention, hear the cries, and touch your people in significant ways! You are wonderfully intentional, strategic, orderly and merciful. I am thankful beyond words. We are blessed to be called your children! Blessed be your name!
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From 'vacation' to 'vocation'. An earthly dad ... a Heavenly Dad. What a deliberate and powerful recipe of unexpected collaborations and earthly events always gush from your Spirit to finish what you start! How magnificent is your well orchestrated plan! It always gives YOU glory! How closely you pay attention, hear the cries, and touch your people in significant ways! You are wonderfully intentional, strategic, orderly and merciful. I am thankful beyond words. We are blessed to be called your children! Blessed be your name!
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I dedicate The Phileo House to your memory, dad. Thanks for teaching me to be present for those in need.
I thank you, Heavenly Father, for your love in setting me up through such amazing experiences. They have made The Phileo House beginnings possible.
What experiences have shaped you up, positioned and transformed you into manifesting the person our Heavenly Father has created you to be?
Are you walking in your purpose? Who is that earthly person that encouraged and empowered you to follow your calling?
I pray for you and yours today. You have been given the power of the Holy Spirit!
Isn't it true that when you think of homelessness your brain tricks you into picturing an older gentleman, maybe barefoot, in dirty, stinky, ragged clothing lying on the curb of a street, or begging at road crosses?
You may know this is just one type of homelessness, but we generalize it to others when we hear the word homeless.
In addition to chronic homelessness, defined as being homeless for 1 year or longer, there are other categories you may want to learn about, as the statistics available, and allocated resources are different. Let’s take a look:
You may know this is just one type of homelessness, but we generalize it to others when we hear the word homeless.
In addition to chronic homelessness, defined as being homeless for 1 year or longer, there are other categories you may want to learn about, as the statistics available, and allocated resources are different. Let’s take a look:
1. Episodic Homelessness- as the word suggests it is homelessness for on-and-off periods; or having been homeless 3 times or more within the last 12 months. 2. Transitional Homelessness (our future residents)- This is the most common one, and involves short time (less than 12 months) homelessness. If left unaided, this has a large potential of becoming chronic. Transitional homeless folks are regular people, like you and me, who were living paycheck to paycheck, but ended up losing their home due to unexpected situations. Because of the shame and guilt it carries, they end up sleeping in a car, couch surfing or staying in motels temporarily. |
The trauma-related physical and emotional symptoms such as anxiety, exhaustion, depression, suicidal thoughts, among others, also may prevent these human fellows to seek help.
It is why our transitional unsheltered people, have been called "invisibly homeless" and they are not seen on the streets nor shelters, making statistics incomplete and unreliable. For example, even when it has been reported that there are 200,000 car dwellers at one point in time, we may be underestimating the count by a fair amount.
With the new housing crisis the existing need for housing stability is unprecedented and much needed. Our co-sharing or co-living model can present a solution until the ongoing efforts to expand affordable housing results in housing stability. Building a 14-BR home, expanding from small to large on vast acreage based on need, will bring the potential to embrace many vulnerable transitional unsheltered folks in Orlando, get them back to their normalcy through a transformative trauma-sensitive journey, and with the additional outcome of preventing chronic homelessness!
Linking arms to rewrite these stories together is what our community is waiting for.
Have additional questions? Visit our FAQ page here.
It is why our transitional unsheltered people, have been called "invisibly homeless" and they are not seen on the streets nor shelters, making statistics incomplete and unreliable. For example, even when it has been reported that there are 200,000 car dwellers at one point in time, we may be underestimating the count by a fair amount.
With the new housing crisis the existing need for housing stability is unprecedented and much needed. Our co-sharing or co-living model can present a solution until the ongoing efforts to expand affordable housing results in housing stability. Building a 14-BR home, expanding from small to large on vast acreage based on need, will bring the potential to embrace many vulnerable transitional unsheltered folks in Orlando, get them back to their normalcy through a transformative trauma-sensitive journey, and with the additional outcome of preventing chronic homelessness!
Linking arms to rewrite these stories together is what our community is waiting for.
Have additional questions? Visit our FAQ page here.
Partner with The Phileo House and change the guilt of homelessness into success and affirmation of dignity! Thanks for your 'Yes'!
I remember these words as if they were yesterday: "We don't have the money to keep paying for a motel so we can all take a shower and sleep on a mattress like we were several months ago"- from a family of 5 in distress. I can't begin to imagine sleeping in my home with all doors open at night (and no water) for months. This reminds me to be grateful every time, and to not forget to extend myself to others.
As we continue envisioning raising our structure up, I can't stop myself envisioning our community united, bringing their blocks to the land, along with their enthusiasm, sharing a great homecooked meal (yum!) and cooperating, almost looking like kids, to building a majestic block castle together. Doesn't it remind you too of Jesus asking us to become like little children to get into the Kingdom of Heaven? (Mt 18:3).
As we continue envisioning raising our structure up, I can't stop myself envisioning our community united, bringing their blocks to the land, along with their enthusiasm, sharing a great homecooked meal (yum!) and cooperating, almost looking like kids, to building a majestic block castle together. Doesn't it remind you too of Jesus asking us to become like little children to get into the Kingdom of Heaven? (Mt 18:3).
Would you spread the word? Share our ministry and mission with your church, employer, friends, and those who have a heart for the homeless. Invite them over! Just one block can make a huge difference in sheltering a human being like us.
IT IS EASY TO DONATE YOUR BLOCKS RIGHT HERE!
You won't need to go to the hardware store nor carry your heavy block to us! They will feel as 'light as lego blocks' to you. We'll do the "heavy work" for you...
to make it light for them.
IT IS EASY TO DONATE YOUR BLOCKS RIGHT HERE!
You won't need to go to the hardware store nor carry your heavy block to us! They will feel as 'light as lego blocks' to you. We'll do the "heavy work" for you...
to make it light for them.
1 Corinthians 1:3-5 “Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God always on your behalf, for the grace of God which is given you by Jesus Christ; that in everything you are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge; our

-Can you remember a time when someone lent you a hand, gave you a word, or shared a hopeful thought that shifted your situation? You were in a rough patch, and that moment or action turned it around?
Love is the most powerful and healing gift humans have been endowed with. In Acts 3:6 we see how Peter experienced, one more time, God's love for His people through him: " I don’t have any silver or gold for you. But I’ll give you what I have. In the name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene, get up and walk!” Peter felt so much compassion for this man, lame from birth, that out of a deep flowing love, God's power manifested through miraculous healing!
I remember as if it was yesterday how, when Mom passed and created this big hole in my life, a bunch of friends extended a financial offering to help us with the funeral expenses; and how a dear close friend, by taking care of the Memorial program in her hands, lessened my overwhelm. Our family came from everywhere- California, Puerto Rico, and New York- to ease our sorrows and hug us through this time. Any separation, either from your loved ones (through death or disagreements), from your belongings, from your identity, can take a deep toll on anyone; but when the presence and warmth of community kicks in, people can breathe once more. I did. We did. God was with me, with us, through people. The Holy Spirit breathed on us, just like Jesus “breathed on them with the words 'Receive the Holy Spirit'." (Jn 20:22) (Big sigh!)
Love is the most powerful and healing gift humans have been endowed with. In Acts 3:6 we see how Peter experienced, one more time, God's love for His people through him: " I don’t have any silver or gold for you. But I’ll give you what I have. In the name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene, get up and walk!” Peter felt so much compassion for this man, lame from birth, that out of a deep flowing love, God's power manifested through miraculous healing!
I remember as if it was yesterday how, when Mom passed and created this big hole in my life, a bunch of friends extended a financial offering to help us with the funeral expenses; and how a dear close friend, by taking care of the Memorial program in her hands, lessened my overwhelm. Our family came from everywhere- California, Puerto Rico, and New York- to ease our sorrows and hug us through this time. Any separation, either from your loved ones (through death or disagreements), from your belongings, from your identity, can take a deep toll on anyone; but when the presence and warmth of community kicks in, people can breathe once more. I did. We did. God was with me, with us, through people. The Holy Spirit breathed on us, just like Jesus “breathed on them with the words 'Receive the Holy Spirit'." (Jn 20:22) (Big sigh!)
I am also familiar with homelessness for I have closely seen some of mine hopelessly struggle...
Indeed, for a family close and dear to my heart, it was a job loss that threw them into a homeless situation, jumping from one family house to another, and sleeping in their car. Another of my family members temporarily stayed in his car after divorcing. With help, they did breathe, too.
WHAT WILL YOU DO WITH YOUR SHARE OF LOVE? 'Betsy' may go through domestic violence and have to escape empty-handed, with no other choice than to hit the streets unsheltered and survive. 'Leo' may develop complications during a surgery, draining all his savings and never be able to go back to work, using his car as a shelter. More than ready to be healed and get back on their feet, I am confident in saying they have been praying for you, for a caring temporary 'push'. |
You are part of this and God's community. When one of our own is hurting, when one of our own is in need, community rallies around and for people. Being cohesive and showing up as a loving village to lift a life up is what we're called to. Relief and transformation for that homeless battered woman or divorced is on the way. And, I pray is sooner than later! We've been called to be agents of change and transformation in a world in dire need of Jesus' manifestation through us! I say, let's use our love power! Through community, the Holy Spirit breathes pure emotional and spiritual oxygen! Thanks for partnering with those who are hurting and are without a home through The Phileo House. Thanks Holy Spirit, for your work in us , so we can extend the oxygen to those who can't breathe without help. Maribel Founder |

Hello!👋🏼 I am Luna and I belong to the Lopez Family. I asked my grandma Maribel if I could be The Phileo House mascot and, guess what? She said yes!! I am only 4 1/2 years old, but don't underestimate me, my age does not reflect my love-giving, barking-protective nature and M.O. Yep, I feel like a huge Great Dane guardian dog, ready to protect the world.
And, you know what else? I've been thinking about how my 14-lbs black, brown, white and gray regal body is so pampered and well cared by my family and every person who enters our home, no questions asked.
Between my grooming sessions, splendid splashy baths with organic soap, super healthy food and filtered water, walks and exercise with my doggy friends, massages, licking experiences, physical exams, etc. I've become a little princess in our house! You get the point.
And, you know what else? I've been thinking about how my 14-lbs black, brown, white and gray regal body is so pampered and well cared by my family and every person who enters our home, no questions asked.
Between my grooming sessions, splendid splashy baths with organic soap, super healthy food and filtered water, walks and exercise with my doggy friends, massages, licking experiences, physical exams, etc. I've become a little princess in our house! You get the point.

But, realistically and sadly speaking, I think I may be doing much better than many humans out there living in their cars, abandoned buildings, without a belly-rub, love, a home and protection from the elements. I constantly hear from my family that people have a big heart, full with the love of God, and I don't have a hair of a doubt about it at all. So, as I become The Phileo House pet, I ask you to join me in wagging your tail , love, care and protect them through our future Phileo House. Would you? It will be so much fun! Thanks, my human friends! ❤ Woof, woof... Luna.
Let's welcome Luna as our loving mascot and join her and all of us here in extending Christ love to the unsheltered.
We can do this together! What do you think?
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your words of love and even ideas. We are grateful for you!
Acts 20:35 Remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said,
'It is more blessed to give than to receive'.
We can do this together! What do you think?
💟 Leave us your comments below,
your words of love and even ideas. We are grateful for you!
Acts 20:35 Remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said,
'It is more blessed to give than to receive'.

Many people have asked me why get involved in the 'slow cooking mess' of building a home for the unsheltered. And others, including people in ministry positions, have resoundingly discouraged me. I get their point and concerns. I do. I had and still have some, too. This maze-like work will require a strong spine, trust, and faith, both in God and in the human heart, along with lots of forbearance and teamwork. I will also have to face my own demons.
Right now, it truly feels like I am already losing the fierce battle against this 6-9 foot giant of Goliath.
BUT GOD...
...reminds me that David, the 'little' guy with the 'least chance', but with a solid understanding of and intimacy with God, won. He sang victory!
... gracefully brings to mind that He has placed the same burden in other people's hearts so we can collaborate as a powerful community and Kingdom agents against hopelessness, depression, suicide, and other dark snares. And here you are.
...keeps highlighting the mighty power of the righteous prayer (what a supernatural bomb) to my spirit; and the unlimited power of He who lives in me... in you... in all of us.
... simply asked , I said yes. (you can read the story here)
Right now, it truly feels like I am already losing the fierce battle against this 6-9 foot giant of Goliath.
BUT GOD...
...reminds me that David, the 'little' guy with the 'least chance', but with a solid understanding of and intimacy with God, won. He sang victory!
... gracefully brings to mind that He has placed the same burden in other people's hearts so we can collaborate as a powerful community and Kingdom agents against hopelessness, depression, suicide, and other dark snares. And here you are.
...keeps highlighting the mighty power of the righteous prayer (what a supernatural bomb) to my spirit; and the unlimited power of He who lives in me... in you... in all of us.
... simply asked , I said yes. (you can read the story here)

Therefore, my response to the intial question, the doubting voices, and concerns is a trusting "BUT GOD". Am I fearful and insecure in my humanity? Yes! But God has given me/us, not a stone to throw at the uncircumcised terror-provoking giant, but a "Rock", JesusChrist, The Rock! He will make a way and do what He has promised. I've seen how, when He shows up, nothing can stand His power nor His indomitable love for the brokenhearted, the sick, the imprisoned, and poor. I saw healing and saving miracles during my practice of Medicine, and, expectantly, I will continue witnessing them. Miracles are Jesus' specialty.
You are a David, beloved. We are. And we can defeat such giants when we trust the power of 'The Rock' who lives inside us. As we continue to design, strategize and walk united, would you help us throw that ROCK right into Goliath's head to witness his giantness fall face downward before us?
Goliath will fall, (the Son of) David will always shine. He has already!
As Jesus calls us friends, so do we call you the same. Our militia in the Kingdom has the advantage already. So, Thank you, thank you, thank you for marching with us at the Phileo House! We soon hope to see the grin of hope on many faces whose burden was too much to carry alone and before long "have an ornament of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, the garment of praise instead of a heavy, burdened, and failing spirit—that they may be called oaks of righteousness , the planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified." (Isaiah 61:3).
We can't wait to open our Phileo doors.
You are a David, beloved. We are. And we can defeat such giants when we trust the power of 'The Rock' who lives inside us. As we continue to design, strategize and walk united, would you help us throw that ROCK right into Goliath's head to witness his giantness fall face downward before us?
Goliath will fall, (the Son of) David will always shine. He has already!
As Jesus calls us friends, so do we call you the same. Our militia in the Kingdom has the advantage already. So, Thank you, thank you, thank you for marching with us at the Phileo House! We soon hope to see the grin of hope on many faces whose burden was too much to carry alone and before long "have an ornament of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, the garment of praise instead of a heavy, burdened, and failing spirit—that they may be called oaks of righteousness , the planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified." (Isaiah 61:3).
We can't wait to open our Phileo doors.
1 Samuel 17:49-51
He reached into his bag and took out a stone, which he slung at Goliath. It hit him on the forehead and broke his skull, and Goliath fell face downward on the ground. And so, without a sword, David defeated and killed Goliath with a sling and a stone! He ran to him, stood over him, took Goliath's sword out of its sheath, and cut off his head and killed him.
1 Samuel 17:49-51
He reached into his bag and took out a stone, which he slung at Goliath. It hit him on the forehead and broke his skull, and Goliath fell face downward on the ground. And so, without a sword, David defeated and killed Goliath with a sling and a stone! He ran to him, stood over him, took Goliath's sword out of its sheath, and cut off his head and killed him.
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Hi, I am Dr.Maribel, Founder of The Phileo House!
The maximum expression of love is giving your life for another person. That's what a guy named Jesus did two centuries ago on a cross. He is our CEO. He is God. He asks little of us: to colabor with Him in stretching His outmatched love to the world, even our 'enemies'. This is our little grain of sand in His Kingdom... to be present and alleviate the suffering through a House with a new heart (Ezekiel 36:26) as He has taught us to. May your innermost being flow springs and rivers of living water as you read our writings from The Phileo's heart. Blessings.
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