By Kirste Richards, UGM Counselor

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Gratitude plays an important role in my ministry as a counselor at the UGM Center for Women and Children in Coeur d’Alene.  It is an important part of my personal life as I strive for excellence in meeting the needs of each individual woman God sends to the Center. And it is also an important part of what I have to offer to women who are seeking relief from suffering, freedom from bondage, and life transformation.  

Women come here to find a new way of life.  They are hoping to end the cycle of addiction, homelessness, and abuse for themselves and for their children. They are reaching out in hope of lasting change.

Thanks to Sonny, our wise and beloved staff pastor, for kicking off a mini-series about gratitude on the Impact Blog during this season of Thanksgiving! 

We asked staff, volunteers and residents to share a few of thoughts on gratitude.

By Merrily Brast, Staff Writer

Inspiring Faith I Aspire to Have

I approached the UGM Annual City-Wide Thanksgiving Dinner this past Wednesday, not entirely sure what to expect.