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Mentoring: A Call to the Church

Why Mentoring? “It is easier to raise strong children than to repair broken men.”- Frederick Douglass We live in a world that can be described as more reactive than proactive. We are anxious to find solutions once a situation has become out of control. We make lofty resolutions every new year. We try “get…

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A mentoring match that’s meant to be

One of our youth mentors was discouraged at losing contact with the student he was mentoring. He even thought of stopping his mentorship. But God brought the two back together again. Watch staff member Jenny Towner recount their story of God’s faithfulness. The City Gospel Mission youth mentoring program is looking for…

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Youth Mentoring: This is How We Do It

We can talk at length about the generational problems in our world and how our young people are affected. They face ongoing struggles with violence, body image issues, racial unrest, economic woes, and a change of life due to a worldwide pandemic. What if I told you that there is a tangible, hands-on approach…

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Success story 10 years in the making

Wilfredo has been involved with our youth programs for 10 years, from Whiz Kids, to Teen Impact to now Rising Scholars. Here is a snapshot of a conversation he had with our staff member Arturo Minera, who has been a close mentor to Wilfredo over the years: Q: How would you describe yourself? A:…

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‘God has led me to my job’

By John B. When I was in a recovery program in March 2018, I was introduced to JobsPlus. I learned so much, not only about resumes and how to interview, but also the spiritual side to living my purpose that God had in store for me. When I applied for a job at a…

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‘You are Heaven-sent for people like us’

By Robin D. I was tired of living my life the way I was living it – drinking and drugging. I needed to change what I was doing – killing myself. I was homeless and helpless. I didn’t have any hope for the future. When I hit rock bottom, I made my mind up…

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‘Thank you for saving my life’

By Vincent P. I ended up at City Gospel Mission because one day the Mission Jobs Van manager asked me if I wanted to work for the day cleaning up the city instead of panhandling. The Jobs Van made me feel good about myself. I felt like I was earning my money instead of…

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Today’s heroes: Our 2,500 volunteers

By Robin Wagner Director of Volunteers, City Gospel Mission During this national Volunteer Appreciation Week, we give our sincere thanks for each of you – over 2,500 strong – who give your time and effort to build into the lives of so many people who need uplifted. You are the bedrock of our organization, and…

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Today’s heroes: Step Forward volunteers

By Dave Pinson Director of Step Forward, City Gospel Mission During this national Volunteer Appreciation Week, we give our sincere thanks for each of you – over 2,500 strong – who give your time and effort to build into the lives of so many people who need uplifted. You are the bedrock of our organization,…

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Today’s heroes: Holiday volunteers

By Angela Allen VP of Church Partnerships, City Gospel Mission During this national Volunteer Appreciation Week, we give our sincere thanks for each of you – over 2,500 strong – who give your time and effort to build into the lives of so many people who need uplifted. You are the bedrock of our organization,…