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.
A Thanksgiving message from President & CEO Jack Briggs
I knew a lot about the Mission and its work before I became its President & CEO, but to be immersed in the work every day is something truly special. Daily, I am privileged to work with dedicated staff who put their hearts and souls into engaging with our guests and clients.
An epic journey of hope and opportunity: Jere’s story
Since his graduation in 2014, he has rebuilt relationships with him family and now works in the Mission’s maintenance department.
“What are you thankful for?” — Guests reflect on gratitude as Thanksgiving approaches
“I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought; and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.”
G.K. Chesterton
Our Prayer Requests: October 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.
Creative Ways to Donate this Holiday Season: How to support SRM with stocks, IRAs and more
Did you know that there are more ways than one to accomplish the goal of supporting local nonprofits like SRM?
A sense of worthlessness: The most pervasive form of human suffering
Not all of us are homeless or addicted to drugs, but we’ve all known some level of suffering.
Out of the bottle and back to life: Thomas’ story of hard work and recovery
Thomas felt overwhelmed his first night at Springs Rescue Mission — but it was the night he started his journey of recovery.
Top 7 Ways to Help People Experiencing Homelessness
We all see people on the street — people experiencing homelessness, poverty, hunger and addiction — and we try our best to lend a hand. But … it can be difficult to know how to help.
Our Prayer Requests: September 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.
Happenings in review: Summer 2021 at the Mission
From men and women graduating from addiction recovery programs to folks at the Mission starting a running club, it has been a busy couple of months.
