“None of us knows how long we’re going to be here.”
Most of us spend years making decisions about what matters to us—our families, our faith, the organizations we support and… Read more
Author: Bet Olson
Trusted Relationships and Open Doors: UGMTC Responds to Saint Paul Encampment Closures
On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, the City of Saint Paul plans to begin closing the encampment at Pig’s Eye Park.… Read more
“I’m full of life.”
When Edwin lost his housing, he never imagined he would find himself with nowhere to go. After falling behind on… Read more
“My fire is back.”
Antoinette never expected to find herself starting over. Born and raised in Saint Paul, Antoinette grew up surrounded by… Read more
More Than a Building: Why Trauma-Informed Spaces Matter
At Men’s Campus, something powerful is taking shape. Walls are being rebuilt. Spaces are being expanded. New beds are being… Read more
Dispelling Myths: “It’s their choice to be homeless.”
Homelessness is often misunderstood as a choice. We see it on our social media and hear it from people often.… Read more
“I’ve never felt better in my life.”
Seven months ago, Roger was tired—tired of addiction, tired of instability, and tired of not knowing where his life was… Read more
“I Can See the Future Again”
Coming back to Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities wasn’t easy for Kory. “This is my second time here—my first time… Read more
“For the first time in my life, I didn’t have to be silent.”
“Just put things in bags,” she told her boys as the countdown echoed in her head. He could return from… Read more
“There is always hope here.”
When Simon talks about Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities, he does not speak in generalities. He speaks from experience. After… Read more