Dear Friend,

When men, women and children walk through our doors, they often carry more than the weight of homelessness. Many have lost their sense of purpose, stability and hope. They need more than a meal or a place to sleep — they need a fresh start and a solid foundation for the future.

By God’s grace, struggling souls are able to find that foundation at the Milwaukee Rescue Mission. Through safe shelter, nutritious meals, life-skills training, counseling and Christ-centered guidance, those in need can rebuild their lives. Beyond meeting immediate needs, our programs equip them with the tools to grow, heal and thrive.

Psalm 1 paints a picture of this kind of transformation: “He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers.”

This is what we desire for every person who comes to MRM — to find stability, experience God’s love and build a future filled with hope. Take Phil, for example (you’ll read more of his story on page 3). When he arrived, his life was in crisis. But through our New Journey program, he found the strength and support to change. He studied God’s Word, gained practical skills and today, he’s helping others on their own path to renewal.

This kind of life change wouldn’t be possible without you. Every meal, every night of shelter, every moment of guidance and encouragement — it’s all made possible through your compassion and support.

Thank you for being a vital part of this mission. Together, we can help more people find the stability, hope and transformation they so desperately seek.

Patrick H. Vanderburgh, D.Min.
President