On Saturday, January 28, Union Gospel Mission gathered to honor four graduates of the LifeChange addiction recovery community. Our graduates, Chance, Linda, Kim and Leah (pictured) spent four years learning not only to overcome their addictions, but also to transform their lives and heal from past hurts. All of the graduates endured trauma from past [...]
Portland Trail Blazers night to benefit Union Gospel Mission
Blazers Fans- We have a great deal for you! You can come and enjoy a Blazer game and support Union Gospel Mission at the same time! On Monday, January 23, Union Gospel Mission will be the beneficiary of the Portland Trail Blazers and 104.1 The Fish “Faith and Family Nights” at the Rose Garden. Purchase [...]
Demand for meals up 29% in 2011
Union Gospel Mission saw demand for meals increase by 29% in 2011, with total meals served at 170,585. The largest area of growth was Union Gospel Mission’s hot breakfasts and hot lunches, with 66,625 meals served last year. In addition to meals served at Union Gospel Mission, 1,801 food boxes were distributed to individuals and [...]
Help the homeless survive the winter
The cold days of January and February are here and Union Gospel Mission continues to meet the needs of the homeless struggling to stay warm in winter temperatures. Every weekday Union Gospel Mission operates a clothing closet and distributes coats, blankets, socks and clothing of all kinds to those in need. When it’s cold demand [...]
Resolve to volunteer in 2012!
Put your talents to use and serve people in need by volunteering at Union Gospel Mission in 2012. Union Gospel Mission is seeking volunteers for many different roles. Some of our needs include volunteers to serve at Union Gospel Mission’s thrift store, helping run the store with the residents of the Mission’s LifeChange addiction recovery [...]
