The Mission Blog
While we seek to meet the immediate needs of our homeless neighbors, our ultimate goal is to provide the support and tools necessary to create lasting change. Sometimes, with some patience, faith and a lot of love, we see lives completely transformed.
What’s Happening at Springs Rescue Mission? February 2021
The last few months have been a whirlwind of activity at Springs Rescue Mission! We’re celebrating the fact that Samaritan Coffee at 225 is open once again, plus our guests celebrated Valentine’s Day and weathered truly brutal temperatures. And thanks to your support, the campus is very nearly finished!
Our Prayer Requests: February 2021
These are prayer requests submitted by neighbors struggling with homelessness, poverty and addiction. Please join us as we remember these precious neighbors in our daily prayers.
Finding Love in a Hopeful Place: Kim and Patrick’s story of Mission romance
Kim and Patrick had walked difficult roads by the time they arrived at Springs Rescue Mission in 2018 — but their serendipitous meeting in a place not known for romance is a testament to the powers of hope and love.
COVID-19 underscores Community of Hope’s importance
Now, in 2021, the time has come to place the capstone on this Community of Hope: a project that will result in a campus that is safe, secure and better-equipped to help neighbors in need.
New Life Program graduate becomes its leader; tells of deliverance and devotion: Shannon’s Story
Shannon has faced many challenges in his life. They’ve caused him to grow and to trust God with his recovery, his marriage, his career and his life. He’s a runner in the race of life, with his eyes set upon God.
What’s Happening at Springs Rescue Mission? January 2021
Thanks to you, guests at Springs Rescue Mission knew they were loved and cared for during the holiday season. Not only did they eat a festive Christmas Eve dinner, but they also received a showering of gifts as well. Plus, nearly a dozen guests found permanent housing during the month!
Guests, residents share hopes and resolutions for the New Year
We need positivity now more than ever. Here’s what folks at SRM had to say about their hopes and resolutions for 2021.
Our Prayer Requests: January 2021
These are prayer requests submitted by neighbors struggling with homelessness, poverty and addiction. Please join us as we remember these precious neighbors in our daily prayers.
‘Community Champions’ increase SRM’s impact, transform lives of neighbors in need
Springs Rescue Mission depends on its “Community Champions” to help transform the lives of men and women experiencing homelessness, hunger and addiction in Colorado Springs.
Hindsights of 2020: A year of difficulties and victories at Springs Rescue Mission
"Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forward." - Søren Kierkegaard To say this year was difficult would be the understatement of the century. Because for so many, 2020 has been one of heartbreak, tragedy and loss. But with the...
