Don, a retiree of more than 20 years, was looking for a way to keep busy and give back to the community when his son mentioned the possibility of teaming up with a local pastry shop to help benefit those in need. The Heavenly Donut Company was discarding its day-old deserts at the…
See how you helped Mission clients in 2018! The annual impact report outlining specific ways your generosity allowed us help others is now available for review. The above information graphic provides a quick reference to just a few of the numbers that have led to real change in the lives of the homeless and…
by Tony Cooper, Executive Director (for Birmingham Christian Family magazine) DYING TO LIVE You may have heard the saying, “prior to a resurrection, there has to be a crucifixion.” In other words, if you want a new life you will need to leave the old one behind. One of my favorite Bible verses…
Did you know you can help the Jimmie Hale Mission every time you order goods on Amazon? By selecting the Mission as your Amazon Smile charitable recipient, the Mission will receive a small contribution every time you order eligible items you already use! Help us help the hungry and hurting when you order online! Simply…
Nick was brought up in an extraordinarily good home with no hints of addiction in the past or on the horizon. Things changed while at a fraternity party in college, however, when he tried cocaine for the first time and was instantly hooked. Everything Nick did was all-or-nothing, so drug and alcohol consumption was no…
by Tony Cooper, Executive Director (for Birmingham Christian Family Magazine) ARE YOUR NEEDS BEING MET? A need is defined as a requirement or urgent necessity. We all have needs. If you have an unmet need, then you have a deficit because there is something missing or lacking. You now are motivated to meet…
by Tony Cooper, Executive Director (for Birmingham Christian Family magazine) BEING THE BODY OF CHRIST Referring to born again believers, I Corinthians 12:27 says, “Now you are Christ’s body, and individually members of it.” I Corinthians 6:19-20 says, “Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit…
I chose drugs over my daughter.” After spending 19 years hard at work on the railroad, Michael suffered a serious injury that left him on disability and with large amounts of free time that he failed to use wisely. A domino effect ensued that led to the alienation of those he loved most, especially his…
It’s the end of an era as Mission executive director Tony Cooper announces his retirement after 29 years of service. Under his leadership the Mission has become one of the most recognized and respected nonprofit organizations in central Alabama. While at the helm the Mission has seen the addition of the Royal Pines and Jessie’s…
Waynette organizes and facilitates a 10-week Nurturing Parenting program at Jessie’s Place on behalf of Children’s of Alabama’s Behavioral Health Center and has spearheaded the partnership for nearly two years as part of the Center’s community outreach initiative. The focus of the program, which is currently offered four times per year at the shelter, is…
