i used to go to a church in Connaught (westside downtown calgary) and i would always see young men standing on the street corners. this was a long time ago and i didn't have much for street sense at the time. then i got a job at a street ministry and i started recognizing people from the ministry standing on those corners then the realization came that they were male prostitutes.

i got to know some of them and their stories over time. some were my friends. then my church moved and i lost touch with the male prostitute district.

but i've always felt compelled to do something. build relationships. help people with an exit plan if they so desire. have a place for them to stay after a nights work. male prostitution is not a popular subject and i personally don't know a single person in Calgary that has touched the subject, at least no one compelled by the love of Jesus to reach out. maybe someone is doing something? i would love to know. i would love to brainstorm and learn more of the needs of those working the line and be involved in some capacity.