Stories

  • A Warm Welcome

    When the Mission’s van pulled up, Richard started to turn away. He assumed there simply wouldn’t be room for him with his wheelchair. Our driver, Bennie, stopped him and said, “Don’t worry. Get in the van. We’ll make room.” And they did.
    For Richard, that moment meant more than simply getting out of the freezing night. He had stayed in other shelters many times before, but he said something about Jimmie Hale Mission felt different.

  • LEARNING FOR LIFE

    “Something supernatural happened to me in that moment. From then on, I saw God
    everywhere, especially in Scripture, and my heart was changed.”

    At Royal Pines Randal learned how to live again. Through instruction in God’s Word and participating in our Back-to-Life Program he discovered that education isn’t about gaining knowledge, it’s about becoming the person God created you to be.

  • STANDING STRONG

    The greatest transformation isn’t what happened to Alex’s body, it’s what God has done in his heart. Alex has found hope, purpose, and new life in Christ.
    Standing strong with God is the greatest step our clients will ever take.

  • A Thankful Heart

    Growing up, Joe never knew the joy of Thanksgiving. There were no family gatherings, no turkey or pumpkin pie, no traditions of gratitude around the table. To him, Thanksgiving was just another day, except his mother didn’t have to go to work. “Thanksgiving Dinner” for him was usually just a grilled cheese sandwich in front of the TV. A home filled with food, laughter, and gratitude was something completely foreign to Joe; it was something he never dreamed was real.

  • Ted

    As I stand this day of my graduation, I am filled with a sense of gratitude that is beyond words. This journey has been transformative, not just for me but for everyone who has been a part of the Mission.First and foremost, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Jimmie Hale. Yourunwavering support and…