Interested in volunteering? Join us for our upcoming Partnership Overview: Saturday, March 7th 9:30- 11:00 AM Burnside Shelter (111 W. Burnside, Portland) Discover our approach to ending homelessness by healing its root causes Learn more about the emergency services and long-term recovery programs we provide Hear stories from the men and women we serve about how…
Read MoreDale doubted his own ability to change. Today, he has a new heart and mind–and his own place to live. Dale’s Story of Hope (Quicktime Version) Dale from pdxmission on Vimeo. Men like Dale need more than food and shelter. They need a total life recovery–healing from the inside out. Your support helps it happen. …
Read More“I was seven months pregnant, outside, in the dark, in the pouring rain,” Angela remembers. “I had nowhere to go, no one to call.” Read more of Angela’s story in our March newsletter (PDF), just released. Also in our newsletter: Where are they now? What happens to men and women after they leave our…
Read MoreThis past Sunday, February 22nd marked important milestones for 16 of the men in our New Life recovery program. They have completed 12 to 18 months of intensive addiction recovery, counseling, spiritual renewal and education. Half of the men, including Randy, are ready for the final phase of our program where they’ll begin securing employment…
Read MoreLooking for a job? Join our team of passionate staff as we work to provide emergency care and long-term recovery for homeless men, women and children in the Portland, Oregon area. We’re currently hiring for the following positions. (See full descriptions here.) Full time Women’s Pastoral Care Team Manager Full time Women’s Life Skills…
Read MoreFrom Holly, a staff member of Portland Rescue Mission: On a recent Sunday morning, I rushed in late (as usual) to the church I attend. After I plopped into my normal, comfortable spot, I noticed a strong, foul odor filling the air and looked around me. A homeless gentleman sat behind me. His face…
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