God’s Story of Change in Southern Oregon
Stories of reaching the lost and gathering the reached in Southern Oregon
When Housing Becomes the Answer to Everything—and Solves Nothing
Why Oregon’s lawsuit misses the deeper issue When Oregon’s Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced on…
Advent and Poverty Alleviation
The season of Advent invites us to slow down, look forward, and remember that the…
The Light Still Shines
This Christmas reminds us again that in every season and circumstance, the light shines in…
We Need a Better Story — And Here’s How We’re Living It at the Mission
Recently, I came across a powerful article from the Chalmers Center called “We Need a…
Fifteen Years After the Housing First Promise, Where Do We Go Now?
Fifteen years ago, the federal government assured us that Housing First would end homelessness within…
Rediscovering Shalom This Thanksgiving
As Thanksgiving approaches, many of us pause to reflect on what we’re grateful for—family, food,…
A New Perspective on Homelessness Policy
Across the country, communities continue to wrestle with how best to respond to the growing…
Rooted in Prayer, Growing in Christ
At the Mission, we believe that lasting change begins not with programs or plans, but…
Hope That Doesn’t Depend on Politics
Friends, I was recently asked about how the new executive order Ending Crime and Disorder…
From Wreckage to Renewal
Occasionally, I read old newspaper clippings about the Mission to remind myself of the many…
Freedom That Changes Everything
The year is half over, and soon we will be celebrating Independence Day. So, it’s…
Bread of Abundance, Even in Scarcity
As you know values matter. As Christians our values reflect God’s own character and provide…
Where Real Transformation Happens
The numbers are in and once again Oregon ranked as one of the four worst…
Living—and Sharing—God’s Story
As Christians, this time of year draws our focus to the resurrection of Jesus Christ…
Faithful Collaboration Without Compromise
At the Medford Gospel Mission, I often write about how our program is intentionally relational—focused…