News & Blog
January of 2023 is half over, how are you doing with your expectations for 2023? It is a natural occurrence every year to reflect on the previous year and look forward to the new year; for a new beginning and goals for improvement. But it rarely sticks. What started out as a great goal becomes […]
HOPE Rescue mission is getting ready to welcome its first residents to their new Temporary Safe Outdoor Space located on West Broadway. The development is in partnership with United Way of Missoula County and Missoula County as a way to provide a safe, weatherproof housing community for those experiencing homelessness…more
One of the greatest inventions to date is the advent of the internet. A seamless platform to educate, inform, communicate, and connect. Of course, it has its limitations and we often see misunderstandings due to poor information. One of the questions we’ve been receiving lately relates to the Pallet Shelters to be used at the […]
If you’ve heard talk about the Crisis Intervention Levy (a ballot measure for next month in Missoula County) and wondered why it matters, let’s cover some of that here. Here at Hope Rescue Mission, we support the levy measure because it directly affects care available for those struggling with mental illness, homelessness, and ultimately living […]
Some of the best people to fundraise for our Mission are those who love the work we’re doing, who have been recipients of programs at Hope Rescue Mission, and those who continue to support what we do. Interested in participating in our annual Missoula Gives day of giving as a peer-to-peer fundraiser? Check out our […]
Life can be unpredictable. If last year has taught us anything, it’s that the unexpected can, and will, happen. There are so many opportunities each day to reflect on all we have to be thankful for, including our families themselves. One of the best ways you can show your family that you love them is […]
In the 21 years since our founding as Missoula 3:16 Rescue Mission much has changed, but the needs of the unsheltered and at-risk population remain. Our name has changed to Union Gospel Mission of Missoula dba HOPE RESCUE MISSION but our mission has not…serving those in greatest need by the grace of Jesus Christ. Our […]
Abroad coalition of community organizations intends to open a fully-staffed “Temporary Safe Outdoor Space” for homeless individuals on a piece of private land on Highway 93 South below Miller Creek Road in Missoula. Read Full Article
“Nobody can help everybody, but everybody can help somebody.” — Denver Moore Due to the circumstances surrounding the pandemic, our annual Community Outreach Dinner will look different this year. Rather than coming together to eat, we will be going out to serve on Saturday, December 5, 2020. Rather than gathering indoors for a meal together, […]
My Name is Desirae Twoteeth. I am 28 years old and I have two little boys ages 3 and 6. My boys have been absent from my life due to my addiction and poor choices. I want to start by saying one year ago I was on trial facing 14 charges from the state of […]
This year, the world is facing unprecedented times as the coronavirus pandemic increases the population of the food insecure. The Town Pump Charitable Foundation recognizes the urgency to help neighbors and is providing $1 million in immediate grants to 85 food banks, food pantries, and shelters in 73 Montana communities. Additionally, these grants do not […]
Due to the faithful support of our donors and partners, Hope Rescue Mission will be moving forward with our clothing baling operation. Each year, this program will be keeping 200,000 pounds of clothing out of landfills, with a huge opportunity for us to increase that number even more!
How Hope Rescue Mission (HRM) is helping those without a home during the ‘stay-at-home’ order. Bloomberg Cities recently asked the question, “How do you comply with a ‘stay-at-home’ order if you don’t have a home?” The article listed the five top ways that cities can help those experiencing homelessness during these unprecedented times. Hope Rescue […]
My name is Kim, and I been at Grace House for almost 5 months. Prior to coming here I was living in Southern California where I have lived the majority of my 56 years. I had relapsed after having a couple of years of sobriety, and managed to ruin everything in my life. I lost […]
My name is Desirae Twoteeth. I am 28 years old and I have two sons ages five and two. I have been battling addiction for 17 years of my life, numerous addictions. It has taken me losing everything, my marriage, my kids, and my Dad to his own addiction. I also was charged in yet […]
My Name is Selah. I came to Grace House in November 2019 as an addict. I was searching for help. I found the help I needed at Grace House. Since I arrived here I have been able to deepen my relationship with Jesus, sustain my recovery, and have visitation with my sons. I stand firm […]
My name is Melody. I was hopelessly addicted, shooting up meth and living in the bushes outside, homeless. I was a loner. I did not trust anyone. I did meth all of the time. I lost control of myself and put myself in dangerous situations. People took advantage of me. I was living for me, […]
Mel was a light in a dark place. His life was a true blessing to all around; he was a character, so funny, and a joy to see. When we came out to serve Mel, he was the first one out to help and the last one to call it a day. Mel was a […]
Five years ago Lynsie had a good life. She had a great home, a good job, a car, and two beautiful sons. That was all about to change though. Her new boyfriend was a meth user. It didn’t take long for Lynsie to be talked into trying it.
David lived a nomadic life. He traveled coast to coast, wherever his feet or a bus would take him. He had even been in prison. One day, he found himself in Missoula where he came across 549-HOPE.
MISSION STATEMENT
We partner with Western Montana to serve, rescue, and transform those in need by the grace of Jesus Christ.
Our History
Hope Rescue Mission was originally founded in 1999 as Union Gospel Mission of Missoula. What began as a ministry to serve meals to those experiencing homelessness under Higgins St. bridge in Missoula quickly grew to include a day center and later added a men’s recovery program.
More than 20 years later, what is now Hope Rescue Mission, continues to serve those experiencing homelessness, meeting the needs of many in our community through Hope Outreach, 549-HOPE, Hope Thrift Boutique, and The Grace House. While the ministries have grown, our mission still remains the same–help people, restore hope, change lives.
What is Incarnational Ministry?
We are to be witnesses of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit. We are not in it for us, our reputation, our church, or our organization. We are in this for Him, and those He loves. That said, if we do this His way, we will build a good reputation for Christ to be seen. We are not the “saviors”, we are the witnesses of The Savior.
This is where it all starts. Jesus became flesh “carna” and lived among us. He climbed into our world. This is one of the most incredible parts, and yet the starting part of the Gospel. John 1:14. Therefore, we are to go and climb into their world, where they are, how they are, who they are – not to change, but to give witness, by simply being with. A power of our witness is our “withness”.