🎄 Christmas Shoeboxes for Memphis Union Mission 🎁 The Memphis Union Mission Opportunity Center (Men’s Emergency Shelter) is once again collecting Christmas shoeboxes for our guests! These special gifts will be distributed to the men around Christmas, bringing comfort, hope, and a reminder that they are loved and not forgotten during this season of giving….
Read More“A Way to a New Life”
When Brad arrived at Memphis Union Mission, he had nowhere else to turn. “I had hit what most people call rock bottom,” Brad admits. “I was living a lie—not just to my family and friends, but to myself. I was trying to fix a huge problem with a temporary solution: drugs and alcohol. And I…
Read More“I am a New Creation!”
You may see Mario walking to and from work here in Memphis. If you do, stop and say hello! He will be happy to share a cheerful greeting and spread some joy around. That is what Mario is about these days—sharing the joy and compassion he learned at Calvary Colony.
Read MoreAllan Prayed for Change — and God Answered
Allan grew up in a Christian home, attending church and learning Scripture. When he became a teenager, he found friends that seemed to be having a whole lot more fun than he was. They attracted him. He left his church habits and home behind and went off with his new friends.
Read More“Take this mess and bless it.”
The testimony of a courageous, God-fearing woman Clarice grew up with everything stacked against her. Her parents left her at age 13, and she was abused by her foster family. She had a daughter of her own at 17 and soon sought life under the lights of Las Vegas, where she began a relationship with…
Read MoreChristmas Shoeboxes
The Memphis Union Mission Opportunity Center (Men’s Emergency Shelter) is now accepting “Christmas shoeboxes” for our men. These presents will be passed out to the men around Christmas time. The Idea: Get a shoebox and fill it full of goodies for the men, wrap it, and bring it to the Shelter. The Contents: hard candy,…
Read MoreFrom Despair to Hope: Darrious’ Journey to Freedom and New Life
Darrious had a serious problem. He was addicted to drinking. Alcohol consumed his life to the point where he was unable to put a roof over his two kids and their mother. He spent his last dollars putting them up at a hotel. A decision was made that the mother and children would stay with…
Read MoreCongratulations to our GED graduates from Calvary Colony!
We are incredibly proud of Darrell, Charlie, Robert, and Brad for their hard work and dedication in earning their GED certificates. This achievement marks a major step forward in their journey toward transformation and new opportunities. We thank God for the transforming work taking place in each of your lives! A special thank you to…
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.
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