Steven's Story of Hope

At just 13 years old, Steven ran away from home to live on his own in Los Angeles. But the streets of Hollywood are no place for a kid.

Steven's Story of Hope (Quicktime Version)

 
Desperate for money, Steven got caught up in the sex industry. Drugs and alcohol consumed him. "I slept on the beach or under the boardwalk for about a year and a half," he recalls.

Many years later, Steven ended up back in Portland where he grew up. "I was hungry, cold -- extremely cold," he says. He lined up on the sidewalk outside Portland Rescue Mission one night, waiting to get a hot meal. But he found something more.

The meal meant so much to Steven and filled him with gratitude. He joined the New Life Recovery program and is on his way to a stable, healed life.

Help more men like Steven find their way home. Donate online or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).

Paige's Story of Hope

Paige's problems started early in life. "I grew up in a good home filled with love, lots of family... we'd pray together, and I knew about God," she recalls. "But in the 5th grade a good friend killed herself with a gun. Then one of my best friends committed suicide in the 8th grade."

Paige's Story of Hope (Quicktime Version)

A few months later, Paige was gang raped at a high-school party. "I suddenly found myself really, really angry toward God. He was supposed to protect me. Why would he let these things happen to me?"

Her family moved from Portland to St. Helens, and Paige's new friends introduced her to marijuana. "I shut down, then started drinking, then cocaine. The next thing I knew, I was a full-blown addict, with heroin and meth." "I didn't think God cared...no one else cared... why should I? I couldn't quit, and it just got worse and worse -- a vicious cycle."

Paige has been in our New Life Recovery Ministry for a year. She is well on the path toward healing and a newfound personal relationship with Jesus who does care. "And now I care," she says, "about myself, and others. There's hope."

Help us change more lives. Donate online or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).

John's Story of Hope

John's addiction estranged him from his family for many years. Until an extraordinary set of circumstances brought him back in touch with his mother.

John's Story of Hope (Quicktime Version)

Even after John graduated from our New Life Recovery program, there were relationships in his life that he wanted to mend.

Your support doesn't just end homelessness and addiction. You also help restore families and give a bright hope for their future together.

Help us change more lives. Donate online or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).

Chris' Story of Hope

Chris has always loved movies -- the escape they brought him from the reality of anger and abuse at home.

Chris' Story of Hope (Quicktime Version)



But as an adult, Chris was far from the movie hero he wanted to be. Addiction destroyed any bit of happiness -- his marriage, his ability to be a good father.

Then he saw a movie that changed his life.

Your support offers hope to hurting men and women who desperately want their lives to mean something more.

Help us change more lives. Donate online at www.PortlandRescueMission.org or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).

Philip's Story of Hope

Philip had failed so many times, he didn't believe his life was worth anything.

Philip's Story of Hope (Quicktime Version)

 

From the first drink he took at age 14, Philip felt comfort as alcohol washed away his deep emotional pain. But the addiction and his own self-loathing destroyed decades of his life.

At Portland Rescue Mission, Philip began to heal from the root causes behind his addiction. Alcohol became powerless in his life. And a new Philip emerged.


Help us change more lives. Donate online at www.PortlandRescueMission.org or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).

Danielle's Story of Hope

At just 13 years old, Danielle was already being pulled down by meth and alcohol. Homelessness, depression and suicide attempts followed soon after.

Danielle's Story of Hope (Quicktime Version)

 

As Danielle wandered the streets of Portland, a kind woman embraced her and told her she was loved. "I didn't know I needed to hear that," Danielle remembers.

At Portland Rescue Mission, Danielle found the tools and healthy relationships she needed to put her life together. Your donation today will help more women like her escape addiction and homelessness. 

Donate online at www.PortlandRescueMission.org or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).

Exercise Helps Provide Total Life Recovery

In our New Life Recovery Ministry, hurting people find a refuge of healing for mind, body and soul -- a total life recovery.

Exercise Helps Provide Total Life Recovery (video) (Quicktime Version)



MIND - The Learning Center furthers education and prepares men and women for future employment. Volunteer tutors provide individualized instruction to help residents in math, writing and computer skills.

BODY - Classes help men and women understand the physical and psychological aspects behind their addictions. Good rest, nutritious meals, medical care and exercise help restore health.

SOUL - Counseling and spiritual renewal help heal the root causes and deep wounds behind addiction and negative choices. Healthy relationships often grow with family, friends and God.

Homelessness ends where total life recovery begins. Thanks for your compassionate support.

Donate online at www.PortlandRescueMission.org or call 503-MISSION (647-7466).