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The Mission — December 2019
ANYTHING FOR HIS DAUGHTER
It was a Monday, last spring. My wife and I, along with our 11-year-old daughter, Alice, lived in Colorado. Before I left for work that morning, my wife asked, “Do you mind if I go to Denny’s and get us some breakfast?” I said, “Sure,” as I handed her my bank card. She left—and never came back…Read More »
Stories From Skid Row: Chris
Stories from Skid Row: Chris
As a gang member, Chris was shot at over 100 times. After prison time, he finally decided enough was enough. Hear more from Chris about his incredible journey.
Andy’s End-of-Month Update — November 2019
The Mission — November 2019
GRATEFUL FOR A MIRACLE
Last Christmas, I bought my 9-year-old daughter, Leona, a real Christmas present for the first time in her life. It was our first Christmas with a tree, our first Christmas with lights, our first Christmas with joy. It was our first Christmas at Hope Gardens and it was our first Christmas spent with Jesus. Christmas will never be the same…Read More »
Stories From Skid Row: Delilah
Stories from Skid Row: Delilah
We are so fortunate to have Delilah as our kitchen manager for both Union Rescue Mission and Hope Gardens! Find out why it takes a special person to help prepare and serve over 3,000 meals a day…
Andy’s End-of-Month Update — October 2019
The Mission — October 2019
GRATEFUL FOR A MIRACLE
It was Thanksgiving, and Christine stood in the alley outside her mother’s backyard, listening to her family celebrate. She could smell the freshly baked turkey. She could hear the laughter. Growing up, Thanksgiving was one of her favorite holidays, a day filled with love and warm memories. But not anymore. She was no longer… Read More »
Stories From Skid Row: Rosalind
Stories from Skid Row: Rosalind
Before coming to Union Rescue Mission, Rosalind’s life had been a roller coaster. She had been in an abusive relationship and had lost her job and apartment. Now she and her two daughters needed help getting their life back on track…