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The Breath of God

Mar 10, 2020 5:45:19 PM

The Holy Spirit, who is also called the Breath of God, the Intercessor, the Advocate, the Counselor, and the Spirit of Truth, is our helper in all things.

Meaningful Investment

Jan 9, 2020 1:04:47 PM

We know God's plan includes caring for the poor, and He has invited us to be a part of that work – to bind up the brokenhearted, to comfort those who mourn, to defend the weak and share our food with the hungry. Thank you for your partnership with Union Gospel Mission in 2019. Read more in our January Newsletter.

Stop the Lies

Mar 14, 2019 9:48:06 AM

“You will never amount to anything.” “You’re a failure.” When you’ve grown up hearing lies, you begin to believe them. But the most dangerous lies are not the ones we believe about ourselves; they’re the ones we believe about God

The Homeless Crisis in Downtown Spokane

Jan 14, 2019 1:01:59 PM

The past year has also brought concern over homelessness in downtown Spokane. But the solution isn't just to open more shelters, build more low-cost housing, or create more feeding programs.

Speak Truth. Speak Life.

Jun 4, 2018 5:26:40 PM

While most of us have not experienced the severe trauma many UGM residents have, we do carry scars from experiences and words that hurt us, and if we’re not intentional about diving into the truth of who God says we are, those old wounds can become labels that limit and define us.

The Truth of Easter

Mar 8, 2018 1:54:05 PM

Jesus is alive and well and moving in our midst. He is risen.

Strengthen and Solidify

Jan 15, 2018 1:35:42 PM

2017 was a year of strengthening and solidifying ministry work throughout UGM. Who is God going to send our way this year?

Meaningful Work

Jul 5, 2016 11:50:26 AM

I saw this quote on a reader board near the Mission recently, “The best social program is a productive job for anyone who’s willing to work.” Read more >

Re-Parenting

May 12, 2016 12:45:17 PM

I have often heard the counselors in the UGM recovery programs refer to their work as “re-parenting.” The parallels are clear... Learn More >

First Impressions

Oct 5, 2015 12:15:00 PM

When we allow our impressions to become assumptions about people’s motives and character, the damage can be devastating.

There is Always Hope

Sep 1, 2015 11:50:05 AM

We've been using the slogan “Hope starts here” for years, and I’ve thought I got it, but after a trip to a large city, I see it in a new way.