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“Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed.” – Psalm 82:3 NIV Thinking about how the Lord sacrificed so much for me makes … Continue reading

By Sylvia Anderson The fact that Simon can still walk at 58 is a miracle. “The doctors told me I’d be flat on my back by the time I was … Continue reading

By Sylvia Anderson When our staff gathered a few years ago to discuss ways we can help more people, our conversation led to a shocking realization. Even our staff – … Continue reading

By Sylvia Anderson An insensitive word, even if it’s not meant to be hurtful, can change the course of an entire conversation. In my 15+ years of working with people … Continue reading

One hundred and seventeen . . . 117! That’s the number of people who committed suicide in Snohomish County in 2014. Each of those people felt like they were on … Continue reading

Do you remember being 10 years old? It’s such a beautiful age, when a child’s future holds so much potential and every day is full of excitement and wonder. Easter … Continue reading

When you struggle with homelessness, you can’t help but grow – and maybe that’s why we have some very wise people here at Everett Gospel Mission. Colin* is one of … Continue reading

One of the most gratifying parts of my work is seeing someone who is truly coachable soak up every bit of wisdom we can give them. And then they just … Continue reading

I will never forget when Valerie showed up at Everett Gospel Mission. A cab dropped her off on Christmas Day. Her eyes were swollen almost shut. She wore ill-fitting clothes … Continue reading

Something amazing happens when women and children come through our door. Our staff, volunteers and even fellow residents rush to greet and welcome them. They triage their needs to make … Continue reading