10/08/2026
This should be interesting for all of our Maidencreek folks! Let’s talk more about the Opportunity House!!
Mark your calendars for Theology with a Twist November 3rd!
Instability & Crisis: Homelessness in Berks County
Tuesday November 3rd, 2026
7:00 pm
Kutztown Tavern
Homelessness is often more complicated—and closer to home—than many people realize. Alyssa Bushkie, CEO of Opportunity House, will share a look at homelessness in Berks County, the circumstances that can lead individuals and families to experience housing instability, and what it takes to help someone move from crisis toward stability.
Alyssa will also provide an inside look at Opportunity House and the many ways the organization serves the community—from emergency shelter and housing programs to early childhood education, food access, and reuse and recycling initiatives. Through local data, real-world experiences, and stories from Opportunity House, she will highlight both the challenges facing our community and the work happening every day to help people build a path toward permanent housing and greater independence.
Before serving as CEO of Opportunity House, Alyssa was the COO, and has contributed to significant growth in the organization’s programs and community impact. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Education from Penn State Berks and a master’s degree in Strategic Human Resource Management from Saint Joseph’s University, as well as a certificate in Nonprofit Leadership from La Salle University and the Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) credential. In 2026,
she was honored with the Penn State Berks Alumni Achievement Award.
+ WINTER COAT DRIVE TO BENEFIT OPPORTUNITY HOUSE! Please bring along new or gently-used coats of all sizes to donate.
More info: Theology with a Twist meets at 7pm the first Tuesday of the month at the Kutztown Tavern at 272 W Main St, Kutztown, PA 19530. We gather in the upper room of the tavern for a time of learning and discussion about a variety of spiritual, religious, and theological topics presented by local experts in their field. The event is free but food and drink can be purchased in the restaurant downstairs and brought up to our event space. Parking is available in the community lot behind the tavern or on Main Street. All are welcome!
