Sowing Grace in Broken Ground
Mike didn’t just walk out with a court order. He walked out with hope, a path toward recovery, and a reminder that God never gives up on His people.

Mike didn’t just walk out with a court order. He walked out with hope, a path toward recovery, and a reminder that God never gives up on His people.
Cheryl will celebrate this Christmas safe, secure, and filled with joy. She knows that God’s plans for her life are so much more than she could have ever dreamed.

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.
Rochell was sitting alone and homeless in Linn Park this past winter on a below freezing night when an acquaintance told him about the Jimmie Hale Mission van that was coming by the park to pick up those that needed safe shelter from the bitter cold. That van meant more than just a ride; it meant a hot meal and a safe bed in our Warming Station.

Scott had it all…… until he didn’t.
Raised in Georgia and a graduate of the University of Georgia, Scott seemed destined for success. He quickly built a solid career in the hotel and restaurant industry. His work ethic and ambition took him far, but not far enough to outrun his vices. “I had great jobs,” Scott says, “but I couldn’t keep my act together long enough to stay stable.” When he lost his apartment, his car became his home. Scott would park at the 24-hour gym just to sleep, shower, and have a bathroom. He lived on unhealthy fast food for every meal. It was a lonely and restless existence. For months Scott was
consumed by sorrow. He felt hopeless, ashamed, and overwhelmed by darkness and he began losing the will to live. “I felt like an outcast. I would stay up all night just wishing for death. “Scott recalled.

Royal Pines Men’s Center sits on a stretch of quiet land in Hayden, Alabama.
This refuge is surrounded by pine trees, open fields, and the steady calm of God’s creation.
For 30 years, Royal Pines has offered men pathways to overcome the root causes of homelessness in a peaceful environment.

“When I stepped into church, God gave me back my desire to recover. I always thank God for brining me back.”

At Jessie’s Place, Kenya is learning the tools necessary for a healthy life for her and her daughter Kalena. This Mother’s Day, Kenya is grateful for the second chance she has been given and the opportunity to be the mother Kalena deserves.

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…