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The 2025 Life Recovery commencees have journeyed through deep valleys of struggle and hardship. Yet, with resilience and grace, they have emerged stronger, ready to embrace a future filled with purpose and hope. Today, they stand as living testaments to transformation—committed to sobriety, dedicated to meaningful work, and actively involved in the supportive community that has surrounded them throughout their healing process.
Their progress didn’t happen in isolation. It was nurtured by the steady presence of care, mentorship, and spiritual encouragement. And most importantly,
This celebration that we have every June marks a time for these individuals to rejoice in their deliverance, reflecting on all they’ve overcome, and looking ahead as they embark on a lifelong recovery journey.
Thank you to everyone who supported and celebrated those who have completed UGM’s Life Recovery Program at this year’s Commencement, both in-person and online! This show of support means so much to the men and women we honored. The evening was filled with inspiring moments: worship led by UGM staff and residents, powerful testimonies from Life Recovery commencees, and words of encouragement from alumni.
Hear the powerful testimonies of this year’s Life Recovery commencees!
Thank you for sharing your time, talents, and resources with them. Support from friends like you has provided them with a safe place to heal, restore dignity, and pave a pathway out of homelessness and addiction.
We can’t wait to watch their stories unfold. May God continue to bless them abundantly!
You make this possible—you make recovery free, and you help us provide services for men, women, and children to pave pathways out of homelessness and addiction. Give today and make recovery free for someone who needs it.
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At this year's Life Recovery Commencement, the UGM community had the joy of celebrating men and women who completed their recovery journey. The...
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Phil Altmeyer, Executive Director, Leanne White, Content and Communications Specialist: June 4, 2026
In the 1980s, I was part of Campus Crusade, a ministry working with students—future leaders—on a college campus, believing they'd make an impact on...
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In 2026, Union Gospel Mission Inland Northwest is approaching our 75th Anniversary! This is a milestone that invites gratitude and reflection, and...
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At Union Gospel Mission, healing often begins with looking back. As part of our Life Recovery Program, participants are invited to reflect on their...
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