Since joining Memphis Union Mission in September, Dr. Jason Murphy has poured himself into the work of helping men facing homelessness and addiction discover a Christ-centered path forward. His primary role at the Mission is to share the hope of Christ with every man who walks through our doors. Each individual meets with him personally,…
Read MoreRalph Chose Change. God Made a Way.
Ralph was facing a harsh reality. He could keep living his life the way he was and end up with a hopeless future, or he could completely change everything he knew about life and possibly make something of himself. Lying on a hard, cold floor and contemplating his life, Ralph cried out in desperation. “I…
Read More“God Was Always There for Me”
Kylie grew up on a farm in Arkansas, and though she was raised well, she admits her life wasn’t guided by God. As a young woman, she endured abuse and turned to drugs while living on the streets. She found herself trapped in survival mode. “I never wanted to do bad things, but I was…
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 MoreFacing Homelessness, Jason Cried Out to God!
“I made bad decisions in my life, some I knew about, and others I didn’t even realize,” Jason says. Jason was in a relationship, working hard at his job and enjoying beers at the end of his day — a fairly typical life, he thought. Then when the relationship soured, he was asked to leave….
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 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…
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