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 “I am a sinner but thank you that Jesus paid the price for me…”   Recently our Men’s Guest Advocate was able to have an eternity-altering conversation with Brian, a guest. They talked about his positive alcohol test and how Brian and his daughter had gotten into a heated argument

Gateway Mission in The News…In collaboration with the Holland Area Arts Council, the Gateway Spoon will be hosting a series of artist showcases at the restaurant, highlighting this season’s feature artist. Executive Director of Gateway Mission, Jay Riemersma, and Holland Area Arts Council Executive Director, Lori Gramer share the excitement

Gateway Mission in The News…In honor of the Super Bowl, Executive Director Jay Riemersma had the pleasure of being a guest on Wood TV’s Daybreak show with Brittany Flowers. He had the opportunity to reflect on his NFL football career and also share Gateway Mission’s “hand-up” philosophy. Gateway Mission is

Gateway Mission in the news…Those facing home and food insecurity may be wondering what services are available with temperatures dropping and a snowstorm coming to West Michigan. At Gateway Mission, we are providing emergency shelter and food for families in need 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For

Gateway Mission in The News…Executive Director, Jay Riemersma had the honor of being a guest on Wood TV’s eightWest show and shared with the community Gateway Mission’s “hand-up” philosophy. Gateway Mission is grateful for the opportunity to share hope to our community through the news! You can see Jay’s full

    “Dave came forward after chapel was dismissed, with tears in his eyes and explained that he wanted to rediscover a relationship with Jesus Christ.” Last week, during a simple chapel service, Dave listened intently to a brief devotion on Jesus’ invitation from the Sermon on the Mount: “Blessed

 “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 little hope. When inquired about his family support, he reported

 “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 of a cozy place to rest. And she has done

  “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 future that is possible. From short-term emergency services to long-term

“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 traumatic experiences can be scary. As we learned in the