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Union Gospel Mission: January 22, 2020
Laurie Johnson, “L.J.,” as she’s called at the UGM Thrift Store, is as dedicated a volunteer as they come. Over the years, she has volunteered with a...
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Lynn Yount, UGM Volunteer: January 9, 2020
“We can make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps.” – Proverbs 16:9, NLT Mary Beth Salisbury’s upbringing could seem like it has a...
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Union Gospel Mission: August 7, 2019
Work is a huge piece of recovery. Just participating in constructive activities in a team is a valuable growth opportunity, especially for people who...
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Union Gospel Mission: September 1, 2013
As part of her recovery, Dionne Varney needed to find a new career. Before coming to Anna Ogden Hall, she spent 14 years in the adult entertainment...
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Union Gospel Mission: December 31, 2012
Young and old. Washington and Idaho. Individuals, churches and businesses. Look how you teamed up to care for the poor in 2012.
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Union Gospel Mission: October 1, 2012
CHRIS family breakdown, substance abuse Chris’ mom went to prison when he was three for selling cocaine. His dad hung himself when Chris was eight....
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Union Gospel Mission: August 1, 2012
Since the implementation of the new grace-based recovery model at the Union Gospel Mission, 74% of graduates remain actively engaged in ongoing...
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Union Gospel Mission: July 1, 2012
In the waiting room of the law office where she now works, Gigi Leger described her old approach to life: “What I struggled with and what sent me...
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Union Gospel Mission: March 28, 2012
“I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” – Philippians 4:13
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Union Gospel Mission: February 13, 2012
The best gifts are often disguised.
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Union Gospel Mission: January 1, 2012
Jerred's interest in physical fitness isn't new. He's a trained boxer, but he never believed he could do something he loved and make a living at it....
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Union Gospel Mission: January 1, 2012
Trish's Direct Supervisor, Angela, guides her through tasks on the computer.
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Union Gospel Mission: January 1, 2012
Work ethic has never been Derek's problem. "I've worked since I was 12." Before he came to the Mission, he was working on the natural gas pipeline....
