Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission (TGRM.ORG), a Christian non-profit serving homeless and low-income clients in Lucas County since 1965, is pleased to announce the selection of Kelly Llanas as its new Executive Director. Ms. Llanas will be responsible for directing all operations of the ministry upon the retirement of TGRM’s current director, Rev. Thomas Clapsaddle, at the end of this year. TGRM Board President, Scott Bernhard, stated that Ms. Llanas brings years of experience in urban ministry, especially in the greater Toledo area. She has been intimately involved in TGRM operations as an employee and is uniquely qualified to implement TGRM’s strategic vision in the coming years. Ms. Llanas has a heart for those in need rooted in her love of Christ. As she puts it, “At the end of the day, it’s less about what we do and more about why we do it. I am proud to represent a ministry that believes that people have value, deserve to be treated with dignity, and can be transformed by the power and hope of the Gospel message.” As the daughter of Rev. Clapsaddle, she looks forward to building on his legacy and serving Toledo’s homeless in the spirit of Matthew 25:35-36. To get involved or learn more about Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission, visit https://tgrm.org.
