New Recovery House in Wilmington Honors Reverend's Late Son

The Manna Residential Recovery House will provide housing and support for those battling substance abuse and seeking reentry.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 9:33am

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A new recovery home has opened in Wilmington, Delaware, next door to the Manna Christian Fellowship Church. The house, which can accommodate 10-12 residents at a time, is a tribute to the late son of the church's pastor, Reverend Aaron Moore, who died from alcohol abuse in 2021. The house will provide housing and support programs for those recovering from substance abuse and seeking to reenter the community after incarceration.

Why it matters

The new recovery house aims to address the critical need for stable housing and support services for those struggling with addiction and reintegration in the Wilmington community. By providing a safe, faith-based environment, the house hopes to help prevent further tragedies like the one that inspired its creation.

The details

The Manna Residential Recovery House is a seven-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath facility that was renovated from a previous four-bedroom, one-bath setup. It includes a laundry room, full kitchen, dining room, sprinkler system, and parking lot, all located next door to the Manna Christian Fellowship Church. The house will be leased to Espoir Recovery Healing Services, which operates other recovery homes in the city. Residents will be required to participate in recovery programs while staying at the house.

  • The church and house were purchased in 2004, and the church will be approaching its 20th year in September.
  • The recovery house renovation took two and a half years to complete.
  • The house was dedicated on March 1, 2026, which is the same day as Reverend Moore's son's death years ago.

The players

Reverend Aaron Moore

The pastor of Manna Christian Fellowship Church, who built the new recovery house in memory of his son who died from alcohol abuse in 2021.

Manna Christian Fellowship Church

The church that purchased the property in 2004 and built the new recovery house next door.

Espoir Recovery Healing Services

The company that will be leasing and operating the Manna Residential Recovery House, which has a few other recovery homes in the city.

Sherry Dorsey Walker

A former City Council member and state representative who took a tour of the new recovery house.

Zanthia Oliver

A current City Council member who praised the recovery house and Reverend Moore's efforts to transform lives in the community.

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What they’re saying

“Every time I look at this house, I think of him.”

— Reverend Aaron Moore, Pastor, Manna Christian Fellowship Church

“Pastor Moore and the Manna Development Corporation continue to pour into our community in ways that truly transform lives. I am honored to stand alongside them as we celebrate a space rooted in faith, healing, and hope for Wilmington residents.”

— Zanthia Oliver, City Council member

What’s next

The Manna Residential Recovery House plans to expand its model to create more recovery homes in other parts of Wilmington, providing more housing and support options for those in need.

The takeaway

This new recovery house represents a community-driven effort to address the pressing issues of addiction and housing insecurity in Wilmington. By providing a faith-based, supportive environment for those seeking to rebuild their lives, the Manna Residential Recovery House aims to honor the memory of Reverend Moore's late son and make a lasting impact on the lives of those it serves.