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Stories of Hope

David’s Daughter Died

David was driving when the accident happened.  His daughter died.  His wife blamed him for killing their girl. Homelessness starts in surprising — and heartbreaking — ways. Thankfully, David’s story didn’t end there.  Listen to his short story in this audio clip from WAY-FM 104.5.

164 August 8th, 2011 0
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Cecilia’s Story of Hope

Cecilia and her daughter fled the violence and substance abuse that dominated the home where they lived. Cecilia’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) As a single mother, Cecilia wasn’t sure her life would ever get better. Your support provides safety and healing for women with nowhere else to turn. You keep children together with their…

150 July 5th, 2011 0
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July Newsetter – Michael and Cecilia Start New Lives

After the death of his parents and the loss of his job, Michael was overcome with sorrow. He relapsed into alcohol, but wanted a way out. He came to us with a burning question, and his life depended on the answer. Cecilia and her daughter fled the violence and substance abuse that dominated the home…

152 June 29th, 2011 0
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Michael’s Story of Hope

After the death of his parents and the loss of his job, Michael was overcome with sorrow. Michael’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Michael relapsed into alcohol, but wanted a way out. He came to us with a burning question, and his life depended on the answer. With your help, Portland Rescue Mission provides food,…

160 June 28th, 2011 0
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Robert’s Story of Hope

Robert is a machinist, making useful tools out of raw materials — much like God has done for him. Robert’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Robert came to us after years of drug use starting at age 13, he was incarcerated from age 15 to 18, then suffered severe medical problems and entered multiple detox…

145 June 1st, 2011 0
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What Recovery Means To Them – Graduation Spring 2011

Thanks to friends like you, 18 men and women from our New Life Recovery Ministry celebrated graduations / transitions last month. What Recovery Means To Them – Graduation Spring 2011 (Quicktime Version) These courageous men and women are so grateful for the help they’ve received. Some have achieved their GED. Many are entering the workforce.…

149 May 18th, 2011 0
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Kesha’s Story of Hope

“The day my children were taken away, it felt like my heart got ripped out.  I had a nervous breakdown,” Kesha recalls. Kesha’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Without compassion from friends like you, Kesha and her children would have been another devastating statistic.  But theirs is a happy ending. Your donation today helps bring…

145 April 25th, 2011 0
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Ron’s Story of Hope

Ron was scared. Without a job or apartment, he was alone on the streets of Portland — homeless. He put up a tough front, but was never sure who he could trust. Ron’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) But Ron found a way to change his life. In our New Life Recovery Ministry, he’s addressed…

144 March 28th, 2011 0
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Against the Wall – Annual Report

New Annual Report Shows High Impact In Current Recession Our latest Annual Report shows continued efficiency and significant impact in the lives of hurting people. Since 1949, Portland Rescue Mission has been feeding and caring for hurting, hungry people. In recent decades, we’ve expanded our ministry to help men, women and children through addiction recovery,…

154 March 22nd, 2011 0
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Larry’s Story of Hope

Larry sat coughing on a cold, wet sidewalk. Bronchitis and fever weakened his body. He needed food, rest — and hope. Larry’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Stories like Larry’s almost always start with hitting rock bottom. Then another hurting person turns to the Mission for help and a hot meal. Your gift today gives…

156 March 7th, 2011 0
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