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“My life began in crisis, but it also began under the sovereign hand of God.” This is Mike. He is a resident in our men’s addiction recovery program. This morning, during the men’s morning class, Mike shared his testimony (click here to watch a clip). What a powerful...

Powerful! Listen to this snippet of Christine’s testimony HERE (apologies for the grainy video). She just graduated from our one-year recovery HEART program at our Charis Centre (women’s addiction recovery). We see the power of God at work in this beautiful daughter...

Yesterday was our Songs of Hope event in the core of Winnipeg! We carolled, we handed out hot chocolate and apple cider, blankets, jackets, mitts, and bags with snacks, tracts, and other Christian materials in them. We managed despite the cold, and were very thankful...

We want to sing through our streets of need (those streets we can walk through in 90 - 120 minutes, at least!), of the beauty of Jesus and His redeeming love, through the carols and hymns that honour His name. Please consider joining a group of us, in blessing our...

The Grey Cup may be over (congratulations Riders fans 😑), but we are still thrilled that we got to spend time with Skyler Griffith, fullback for the Edmonton Elks of the CFL, as well as Rodd Sawatzky who is with Athletes in Action Canada and is currently the chaplain...

From one of our chaplains, George: “Every year residents and staff from our men’s addiction recovery program have the opportunity to go to Gimli Bible Camp for our annual fish fry. This event is sponsored by four businessmen who have partnered with the program for...

Last month, we had our Thanksgiving meal for our community. We were able to serve a hot turkey dinner with all the trappings, and we were able to present the Gospel message, the best news ever, that God has provided the Great Exchange through His Son Jesus, and...

Our 2025 video is coming out on Saturday, Oct. 25th, highlighting the vital role and important involvement that churches have in the Lord's work at Union Gospel Mission. From Community, to Evangelism, to Exposure, as well as Finances, Prayer, and Volunteering, the...

Here at UGM, we are still in the afterglow of our Winnipeg Banquets, both Noon and Evening on Saturday, Oct. 18th. What an incredible thing to have a full house for both banquets! To all who spent your time with us, we are beyond thankful for your presence, your...