Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Summer Signs

These are sure signs of summer at the Rescue Mission:
  • First, our über-volunteer Becky Long is sorting a donation of summer clothing items for our women and children. Space is at a premium at the shelter, so these clothes need to be stored in what space we have available. Thanks, Becky for tackling this difficult task.
  • Second, box fans have been purchased to replace ones from last year that were worn out or damaged. Our building really gets hot and the people who stay with us need all the help available to beat the heat.
Storing clothes and buying fans are not likely what comes to mind when thinking of helping individuals who experience homelessness. It is, however, one of those "mundane" tasks that must be accomplished all the time.

Thanks to all who remember us throughout the year as we minster to people in need.

Monday, May 23, 2016

Selfies

Two of our staff members were good sports and allowed us to use them to test drive our "selfie wall" at the Rescue Mission. Crystal Eckman, Mission Ambassador (L) and Robbie Jones, Family Service Manager (R) seem to be enjoying the experience.

When you come to the Mission to tour or volunteer, make sure you have your picture taken in front of our "selfie wall." No, we won't paste it all over social media (without your permission, that is), and yes, there is a lot of laughter at the Rescue Mission. Jesus brings us joy and we are happy to share our joy in Christ with all who come for a visit or for shelter.

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

Servant's Heart Award

Thanks Director of Development Lynn Wyant for this post:

The Rescue Mission of Mahoning honored seven exceptional volunteers on Wednesday May 4, 2016 at the Emergency Shelter located at 962 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd in Youngstown, Ohio in a special ceremony. Each of the honorees received the Rescue Mission’s highest volunteer honor – The "Servant’s Heart" Award.

Lynn Wyant, Director of Development explained "This award originated in 2006 to honor one exceptional volunteer. Barbara Clark has since passed away but was a faithful volunteer who cheerfully served the Mission during years of illness. She inspired others and she inspired us so it was decided that we would create a special honor to give to our most dedicated volunteers."

Wyant added, "every year, hundreds of individuals and groups give sacrificially of their time to help the Rescue Mission. Annually, the Mission receives nearly 25,000 hours of donated volunteer time and sincerely appreciates each and every volunteer."

The following individuals were recognized their exceptional efforts to help the Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley: Rick Blair III, Madison Goske, Becky Long, Sharon Moser, Kristi Schmitz and Sandi Love & Jacci Bradley.