Steve was trained as a Marine. He knew how to persevere. He did what it took to support his wife and kids through honest, physical labor. As a fit man, he could see no harm in a little marijuana and a cold beer after a long day.
Read MoreSpringtime Brings New Life at the Mission
Jeffrey was hurting when he returned from Afghanistan. You provided the help he needed. Many veterans return from active duty with scars only they can see. Jeffrey is one of them. A long-time Air Force reservist, Jeffrey’s last two deployments were in Afghanistan. When he came home in 2007, he suffered from PTSD. “It was…
Read MoreMission Update: Phase 2 of the New Opportunity Center Complete!
Memphis Union Mission is excited to announce the completion of Phase 2 of our new Opportunity Center, which provides emergency services for the homeless. We thank God for the donors that made this possible! If you would consider helping us finish our Phase 2 fundraising, click here: https://www.memphisunionmission.org/donate-to-the-opportunity-center-capital-campaign/
Read MoreFinding the Right Path
Looking back on his teenage years, Robert wishes someone had been there to tell him, “It’s cool to admit that you don’t know everything. You’re going to make mistakes, and it’s okay to ask for help.” But he had no foundation, no direction and no wisdom to choose the right way and reject wrong.
Read MoreSharing Christmas Joy
“Satan sneaks in a little at a time,” says Marsha. She had never had a drink until she was 25 and experienced some trouble in her marriage. “I found that when I drank, it took the pain away. But by the time I was 30, I was an alcoholic.”
Read MoreA Real Reason to Give Thanks!
David sits in his home today as a happy man, surrounded by his supportive family. This Thanksgiving will be special for him as he looks back on his turbulent life with gratitude for what the Lord has given him. God was always there for him, even when his addictions got the best of him.
Read More“You helped bring me back from certain death!”
Al’s life began in terror. At the tender age of six, he witnessed his father brutally beat his mother. It rocked him to the core, and he never was able to shake the horror.
Read MoreGod Set Him Free!
Daniel had faced hardships since a young age. His father died when he was just nine. Though he still had his mom, he rebelled and ran wild during adolescence. By 23 years old, the consequences of bad choices had left him with nowhere to turn. He had burned bridges with family and friends and didn’t even…
Read MoreFrom the Jailhouse to a Home of his Own
Jeremy had a taste for drugs early, starting in high school using marijuana. That quickly led to cocaine and meth. By the age of 21, Jeremy had lost his driving license and his job and was sitting in prison for drug use and multiple DUIs.
Read MoreFinding Joy this Christmas
Devin grew up in a loving Christian home. His father was a minister, right here at Memphis Union Mission. He enjoyed being involved with the church and attending youth groups and bible quizzes.
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