Barbara Comito, former marketing director
3 min read
A Warm Haven: Stephanie's Story
This winter season, nothing means more to those without a home than a warm meal, safety and shelter, and the promise of a brighter future. Your...
Editor's Note: As part of Lisa's journey from broken to whole, she has returned to her love for music. She wrote these lyrics specifically to accompany the newsletter version of her story.
Broken
lyrics by Lisa Phinney
Scattered pieces each day
releasing memories - they are who I am.
But you are keeping
my fear and seeing a sinking, trembling hand.
Jesus...I'm broken
Yet somehow invisibly present.
Jesus...Yes, broken
Trust that's been seared up with pain.
The truth is I'm your work, Lord.
The plan is all - holding in you.
The truth is completing with your fierce love
that keeps pushing true.
Jesus I'm broken
With a love that keeps reaching through.
6 min read
Christ’s Birth—The Fountain of Great Joy to All People
Sonny Westbrook, UGM Staff Chaplain: December 24, 2024
It is the Christmas season of the year again and I want to remind us all within the UGM family, that our Lord was born into this world to bring to...
3 min read
Longing for Community
Every year, the holiday season seems to start earlier—decorations go up and purchases are made in preparation for Christmas long before December....
Lose the Label: Damaged Goods
Merrily Roe, former staff writer : December 8, 2015
“When you know that you’re bad, you always feel like you’re doing something wrong.” After meeting her biological parents and realizing her mother and...
Graduation Spotlight: Wendy Ross
Merrily Roe, former staff writer : June 2, 2016
“I remember asking Rich [UGM former staff member], ‘Why is it so much easier for women to make a commitment to guys they hardly know than to make a...
Rebuilding A Life: Brenda’s story of resilience and hope
Union Gospel Mission : May 22, 2024
Many individuals we serve have endured significant losses. How can someone rebuild their life when they lack the resources and emotional strength to...