Grants Pass Gospel Rescue Mission Podcast

Who are the homeless in our community? What is being done about the homeless issue? In this podcast, Brian explains why our public perception of homelessness is flawed and needs to be re-examined.

A podcast geared to the new resident looking for real transformative change in their lives. Learn more at: http://www.grantspassmission.org

Tammy sits down with Brian and talks about what led her to the Mission, and the personal transformation that has ensued.

Many of us would say, “I’d love to help, but I don’t have much to give.” Does giving have to mean lots of money or time volunteering at a local charity? For Dr. Sara Riechers at Compassionate Dentistry, it simply means doing what she does every day… making people smile. We caught up with her late on a Friday to ask her why, and here is what she said… Check out the rest of Chris' story here: http:/...

You may have heard various tales about how the Mission deals with their residents on the topic of employment. What you may not have heard is how many of our them come to find full-time employment and those factors that contribute to their success. Join us for a conversation with our Men’s & Women’s Coordinators to talk about what definitively works for our residents and why.

A common question we get is about the chapel attendance requirement. Ken Emilio and Brian Bouteller explain why chapels are a good thing for our residents.

Current resident Doyel was fast-tracked to an RA position at the Mission. Hear a little bit of his story and about his successful experience here in this week's Podcast.

Brian and Executive Director Ken Emilio discuss the Mission's smoking cessation policy.

Brian talks about one of the biggest challenges that the Mission deals with: Victim Mentality.

Brian talks about how the program at the Grants Pass Gospel Rescue Mission differs from a state recognized drug and alcohol rehab program, as well as how the Mission works with residents and local agencies to facilitate changed lives through sobriety.

We answer the question, "Why can't I (or someone I know) be allowed to get back into the Mission?" Brian shares some of the principles that guide our decision to allow a resident to re-apply.

After a few unsuccessful stays at the Gospel Rescue Mission, current resident Skyler decided to give it another shot. His persistence has paid off. Skyler has a job and has achieved lasting sobriety during his most recent stay. Listen to his story about why this time it was a success.

In another episode of the GRM Podcast, Brian talks about the pros and cons of using the "housing first" method of building tiny houses as a way to alleviate homelessness.

Current resident, Michael, talks about his experience during his first 90 days at the Mission.

This episode covers the question, as a resident, why do I have to wait for 30 days to look for work?