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Stories of Hope – J.P
“J.P was dropped off by the Sheriff, with only the clothes on his back…” J.P was dropped off at the Gateway Mission by the Ottawa County Sheriff, with only the clothes on his back. He had no identification, and very
Volunteer Highlight – A Restful Blessing
“One Volunteer saw the need to love people through the gift of a cozy place to rest.” Volunteers serve the guests and staff at Gateway Mission in many capacities. One volunteer saw the need to love people through the gift
Poverty Awareness Month – What is Gateway Mission doing about poverty?
“With love and respect, we offer men and women – and their families – help discovering God’s plan for them and a hopeful future.” We offer varying programs and resources to help our guests discover the hope and
Poverty Awareness Month – How do we walk with those in poverty?
“We know that authentic, loving relationships must be at the heart of every lasting transformation.” What are some ways that we can walk with those in poverty? We must first recognize that it is messy – to enter into someone’s
Poverty Awareness Month – Who is commonly affected by homelessness?
“Poverty and homelessness is not selective to a certain type of person – It can happen to anyone.” They are real people who often have horror stories of trauma and abandonment. A better term to describe the homeless could be
Poverty Awareness Month – What are causes of poverty and homelessness?
“Gateway Mission recognizes that poverty is significantly more complex than just a roof over someone’s head.” Anyone can fall into poverty through oppression, injustice, addictions, natural disasters, a traumatic past, a lack of skills, or generational learned helplessness. Some folks
