by Jim Palmer | Apr 16, 2015 | blog
Many people often ask themselves, ‘how can I contribute?’ The generosity of giving is not always limited to finances or gifts that come in packages. Good friend of the Rescue Mission, Bob Harrison, invited our students from the Village of Hope to come out...
by Jim Palmer | Apr 7, 2015 | blog
Each month we like to highlight an employee who exemplifies the mission, philosophy, and values of our organization. This month we would like to highlight Angela, one of our exceptional Case Managers. Angela has been with the Mission for a number of years now,...
by Jim Palmer | Mar 16, 2015 | blog
Dear friends, Easter is the time to celebrate all we’ve gained as followers of Jesus. But if you’re like Travis, Easter is just another day to survive. Homeless and hopeless, Travis found his way to Orange County Rescue Mission, “I came here because...
by Jim Palmer | Mar 10, 2015 | blog
Theresa’s darkest hour gave way to hope —and YOU gave her a chance for a new life! Trapped in an abusive relationship and enslaved to drugs, Theresa felt powerless to break the chains binding her to destruction and defeat. These chains were forged in her childhood....
by Jim Palmer | Feb 17, 2015 | blog
Some reports estimate that nearly 28,000 families do not have permanent shelter in our county. Do you see them? Or do you wonder where they are? If you spend any time in Santa Ana, chances are you’ve seen a lot of homeless people. You know who they are because many of...