Stories of Hope Archives - City Gospel Mission

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From Broken to a Vessel of Hope: Emiellia’s Journey of Recovery and Redemption

A Life Lost, a Hope Rediscovered I was in Mexico for 17 years without my three children. In Mexico, I had married, had a business, a two-story home, and a life. But then things turned for the worst. I lost everything and ended up on the street … using drugs just to cope with the…

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Scott: “I’m able to dream now, able to see a vision of my future”

Before getting involved with JobsPlus, Scott did not have any aspirations for a job or career. All he knew was that his employment would entail living “paycheck to paycheck.” He didn’t dare dream. Issues with substance abuse and broken family ties wouldn’t let him. “I’m able to dream now, able to see a vision of…

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Brittany and Jayda: Sowing seeds and bearing fruit

My name is Brittany. Back in 2015–2016, as a new believer, I volunteered with Whiz Kids. Saying Yes A friend from church asked if I’d be willing to tutor a child who needed help with reading. I agreed, not really knowing what to expect. That’s when I met my Whiz Kid, a new…

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Jeremy: ‘I found my way with God. It has changed my life.’

Homelessness and drug addiction led me to City Gospel Mission’s recovery program. I lost my car and my housing. I’ve lost family. I’ve lost a lot of friends. I lived under a bridge and have overdosed 22 times. But I know God definitely has a purpose for me. I’ve been in the recovery program…

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Jessica: A Purpose Unhindered by the Past

A New Beginning I came in contact with JobsPlus (now Employment Network) when I was in River City Correctional Center. They do a job readiness class once a week there. Once I was released, I was able to utilize my skill set at a new job in administration. I was able to get back…

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Andre and Jeffery: A bond rooted in faith and friendship

“God will send you friends that you never expected.” Jeffery: Back in 2020, I lost my son to a work accident. He was 24 years old. My wife, at the time we had been married 23 years, turned to God, but I was really upset with God. So, I got a divorce. My mother passed…

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Melvin: A Sweet Reunion!

“I’m going to my family reunion this year! – I didn’t think nobody cared about me, but they were going nuts…. And that really got to me……I promised myself I would not do that again to them.” He did not know that his family (two older brothers and two older sisters, a nephew, three sons…

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Honoring Our Faithful Friend: Brad Trucksis (Obituary)

William Bradfield “Brad” Trucksis, age 71, passed into his heavenly home on September 9, 2024, due to an accident at his home in Indian Hill, Ohio. The most important aspect of Brad’s life was his faith in Jesus Christ, a vibrant and active faith, which led him to serve in many ways during his life.…

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Ian: A Jeremiah Scholar spreading healing and hope

As Ian was preparing for his senior year at Miami Valley Christian Academy, he had plans for his future like many other high schoolers. His goals were to be able to play college football and to one day become a teacher. In the midst of the football season, Ian befriended a co-worker who opened up…

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Brian: Finding Serenity

‘This had to be God’ A voice yelled out offering mercy, and suddenly Brian stopped walking toward a bridge where he intended to end his life. He turned around and chose to walk a narrower path that has led him to having his own home again. The years-long journey wasn’t easy, said Kolb, but he…