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Expo '74's legacy: A reflection on homelessness in Spokane
As we continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Expo ’74, I want to take a look back in time. As a high school student, I heard about how the...
“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
Dustin Eakle was averse to taking risks – just one of many big revelations he made about himself in the UGM Men's Recovery Program, Freedom Bound. Through counseling and classes, he realized his fear of trying new things had limited his life, so when it came time to look for a business practicum experience, he decided to step outside of his comfort zone and take a job at UGM Motors.
Dustin didn't know much about cars, but he chose to immerse himself in the automotive business for 20 hours a week over a 12-week period. During that time, he learned a lot about cars, but also about himself. He learned that he could overcome his fears, work hard and succeed, even at something completely unfamiliar.
Dustin worked as part of a team with a common goal: Turning donated cars into working vehicles both for sale – to raise money for the ministry – and to be given away to people in need. After being out of work for over a year, he was able to hone his job skills in a safe, supportive environment and work alongside mature Christian men and women.
Working at UGM Motors was a stepping stone of faith in the process of finding where Dustin belonged. Since then, Dustin has transitioned to a job at the UGM Thrift Store, where he is glad to be a contributing member of the community and an active father in his son's life.
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As we continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Expo ’74, I want to take a look back in time. As a high school student, I heard about how the...
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Freedom From Addiction Every June, we invite the community to Commencement, a celebration of the incredible successes of the individuals who’ve...
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Give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you. (1 Thessalonians 5:18) I’ve always marveled that one of the things God wills for our life...
Trish's Direct Supervisor, Angela, guides her through tasks on the computer.
John Willoughby was surprised when Vocational Director Tiffany Riddle suggested an office job for his practicum experience. “I’ve never been an...