by Jim Palmer | Jan 26, 2018 | blog
It is that joyful time again! That time after our Graduation celebration when I get to share with you the real stories of the formerly homeless people who have lived here at the Rescue Mission. It might be easy to write off the issue of “homelessness” as a nameless,...
by Jim Palmer | Jan 17, 2018 | blog
Several years ago, Kory and Alana walked through our gates, along with their daughter, Kayden. Though they came from a place of such brokenness and pain, it brings me great joy to share their story with you now, in light of how their lives have drastically changed....
by Jim Palmer | Dec 18, 2017 | blog
From a young age, Sarah was plagued by the pain and chaos that filled her life. She became a single mother, but still dealing with her past and unable to provide for her children while also fleeing a violent situation. Orange County Rescue Mission offers a place for...
by Jim Palmer | Nov 27, 2017 | blog
You may remember Lindsay from another post I shared with you back in June. Recently, Lindsay bravely agreed to share her story with us in a beautiful video, which gives a voice to the words I shared with you earlier this year. I invite you to take a look at the video...
by Jim Palmer | Oct 30, 2017 | blog
For many, homelessness has a far greater effect than just the lack of a home. James and Sarah are just one of many families that come to us out of a rough and painful life, with their guard up, not ready to believe someone could really care for them. For so long,...