“There’s got to be a better way.,” David told himself. He’d wasted too many years on crack addiction, living cold and hungry on the street. David’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) David from pdxmission on Vimeo. At Portland Rescue Mission, David got more than food and roof over his head. He looked beyond the physical…
Read MoreOn Easter weekend 2009, John left behind the hunger, cold and addiction of his old life. John’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) John from pdxmission on Vimeo. Men like John often feel like they’re beyond hope. They’ve messed up their lives beyond repair. But your support gives them another chance and shows them a way…
Read MoreCindy’s daughter was ashamed of her. She was often drunk. And never learned to read. Cindy’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Cindy from pdxmission on Vimeo. The lies Cindy believed about herself held her back. She was dumb. She was a failure. There was no hope for someone like her. But at Shepherd’s Door, our…
Read MoreExhausted from carrying his pack, Jim just wanted a place to sleep. But he found something more. Jim’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Jim from pdxmission on Vimeo. Today, instead of hiding his troubles in alcohol, Jim is facing them head on. “It’s not weighing me down any more.” Thanks to your support, Jim is…
Read MoreTwo young people have a second chance at life. Emily and Damien had such promise in life — until personal pain and uncontrolled addiction nearly destroyed them. No Ordinary RingIt’s a Promise that Led to Healing When Emily talks about her mom, her big brown eyes sparkle like the amethyst ring on her finger. “Years…
Read MoreLike many women who come to Portland Rescue Mission for help, Paula’s childhood was scarred by violence and abuse. Paula’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Paula from pdxmission on Vimeo. But thanks to your support, Paula is healing from those scars. By courageously facing her past, she’s providing a safe, stable future for her young…
Read MoreAlan came to our Burnside Shelter for a meal, but found something more through our Learning Center. Alan’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Alan from pdxmission on Vimeo. Men like Alan are hungry for more than just a meal. They want a way back home. They want freedom from addiction and the root causes of…
Read MoreWhen Jennifer’s four children were taken from her, she was devastated. Jennifer’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Jennifer from pdxmission on Vimeo.Most of us can’t imagine that kind of pain. But Jennifer didn’t give up. Thanks to you, Jennifer is finding help at Shepherd’s Door, the women and children’s ministry of Portland Rescue Mission. She’s…
Read MoreDamien’s a smart guy. But some poor choices in college started to ruin his life. He needed a way to get his life back together. Damien’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Damien from pdxmission on Vimeo. In our recovery program, Damien has found the structure, guidance and healing he needed to break free from addiction.…
Read MoreLast winter, Portland, Oregon was hit with major snowstorm right at Christmas. Evan nearly froze to death in it. Evan’s Story of Hope This year, Evan has a safe, warm place to sleep — and so much more. In our recovery program, Evan is healing from the addictions and issues that led him to homelessness.…
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