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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....
We asked staff, volunteers and residents to share a few of thoughts on gratitude.
"I am grateful that there's a place where guys who want to change their life can come and begin that process." -Jerry, UGM Staff
"I'm most thankful that I serve an awesome God who's a wild man. Who gave us undeserved love, grace, mercy. But most importantly, He gave us His son without whom we would have no salvation." -John, UGM Men's Shelter
"I'm thankful for my grandkids." –Shelly, UGM Staff
"I'm thankful for everything...I'm thankful for God's unconditional love." –Charlonne, UGM Staff
"My sister has cancer, but it's in remission. And her husband also has cancer. So, I'm thankful that they’re both [alive]." -Kent, UGM Men's Shelter
"I'm thankful for my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Union Gospel Mission brought me back to God and all the people who support it." –Will, UGM Volunteer
“I am grateful to be able to walk into a building called the Union Gospel Mission and have everyone that works here help people like me. It took me about 8 months of living here to understand that things come easier when you’re not on drugs and have the Lord in you!” –Troy, UGM Thrift Store Employee
“I’m thankful that even though a tree fell through our house, no one I love was hurt in the windstorm last week.” –Aeriell, UGM Staff
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Holiday Ways To Give
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Gratitude in Recovery
One of UGM’s core values is Thankfulness, and this month we reflect on the pursuit of gratitude in our day-to-day lives and in the work of healing...
"The Kingdom of God Belongs to Such as These"
Merrily Roe, former staff writer : November 28, 2014
By Merrily Brast, Staff Writer Inspiring Faith I Aspire to Have I approached the UGM Annual City-Wide Thanksgiving Dinner this past Wednesday, not...
Two Hearts Full of Gratitude
Union Gospel Mission : April 17, 2015
The following two letters are from women staying at the UGM Crisis Shelter for Women and Children. This first letter expresses gratitude toward all...