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…
Read MoreLarry 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…
Read MoreErin was nearly 8 months pregnant — and homeless. She knew her daughters could be taken from her and would do anything to keep that from happening. Erin’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Thanks to friends like you, Erin found Shepherd’s Door, the women and children’s ministry center of Portland Rescue Mission. Today, she’s a…
Read More“Music expresses what I feel inside.” Richard’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Richard is a songwriter. His songs tell the truth about where he’s come from — pain and addiction. But thanks to the support of friends like you, Richard’s songs have an uplifting message, too. Donate online at www.PortlandRescueMission.org or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).
Read MoreTed Williams, a homeless man with a “golden voice”, has been in the news a great deal lately. (If you’re unfamiliar with Ted’s story, watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWG6zNf4xY0 Last week, our own Jan Marshall was a guest on the KOIN Studio 6 talk show to discuss Ted Williams and the difficulty in overcoming addiction. Jan’s interview…
Read More“I hid under my blanket. My eyes were open the whole night.” Russel’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Russel’s first night on the streets was frightening. No job. No place to live. He knew he was capable of much more. Thanks to friends like you, people like Russel have a way back to a safe,…
Read MoreDonate before midnight December 31st to receive 2010 tax benefits. As we look back on another year at Portland Rescue Mission, God’s blessing has filled each day as we served hundreds of hurting men, women and children here in Portland. We’re grateful for public support that allows us to touch each of these lives. See…
Read MoreFrom KOIN Local 6 news: WATCH VIDEO ON KOIN LOCAL 6 ‘Father Christmas’ stopped his sleigh at the Portland Rescue Mission Wednesday night. A man who called himself ‘George,’ opened up his SUV and started handing out coats, blankets and food bags with a $10 bill stapled to each. “I’m very thankful. A lot of…
Read MoreEddie slept on a park bench. Cold. Afraid. And lonely. Eddie’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Eddie – Portland Rescue Mission from pdxmission on Vimeo. It was Eddie’s addiction that put him in such a desperate situation. But he chose not to stay there. Thanks to friends like you, Eddie found a way back home…
Read MoreA violent childhood left Jim shattered. He turned to drugs and alcohol just to get through life as an adult. Jim’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) James – Portland Rescue Mission from pdxmission on Vimeo. In our New Life Recovery Ministry, Jim began to understand the reasons behind his addiction. He learned how to heal…
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