Margaret’s Story
“I need to be worth it for myself.” Born in Poland and an only child, Margaret came with her family to the United States when she was 11 years old. Although she didn’t know the language, expectations for the little girl were high. “My parents drove me to become a very performance based person,” she […]
Mikel’s Story
“I decided I needed God’s help.” It began with a poor decision. “I didn’t know anything about using drugs,” Mikel says, “how it affects you… how it makes you act.” So, in an effort to be open-minded with a friend who was experimenting, he accepted an offer to try it himself. “I thought I’d just […]
Cierra’s Story
“God Was Still There” At only 6 years old, Cierra’s innocence was shattered by a man she looked up to and trusted. Heartsick, frightened and confused, she told no one about the abuse and buried the secret deep inside. But the painful consequences impacted her life. As she grew into adulthood, her lack of confidence […]
Thanksgiving Meal
YOU ARE INVITED TO THANKSGIVING MEAL FOR THOSE IN NEED! WHERE: CITY RESCUE MISSION’S NEW LIFE INN, 234 W. State Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 WHEN: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2026 SCHEDULE: 10:00 AM – Coffee, Snacks & Fellowship 10:30 AM – Worship Service 11:30 AM – 1 PM Thanksgiving Meal Served FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Monica […]
Christmas Meal
Bringing HOPE and JOY to Celebrate Christmas! Monday, December 23, 2026 WHERE: City Rescue Mission’s New Life Inn234 W. State Street, Jacksonville, FL SCHEDULE10:00 AM – Coffee, Snacks & Fellowship10:30 AM – Worship Service11:30 AM – 1 PM Christmas Meal Served CRM will also give out Shoe Boxes of Love, toys, and coats while supplies […]
Sylvia’s Story
“Now I know I’m a woman of Christ” From a young age, I never really understood what love was. I came from a broken family, my mother abandoned me at only two months old and my father was extremely abusive, not only physically, but mentally and emotionally. I became so timid, self-conscious and was always […]
A Unique Partnership for Hope
Earlier this year, five students in CRM’s LifeBuilders residential addiction recovery program, were offered a unique opportunity to become LifeBuilder Amassadors in Downtown Jacksonville. Working closely with CRM staff as well as the Ambassador staff at Downtown Vision, Inc., Samuel, Edgar, Kyle, Stephan, and Duan are working to help keep downtown’s urban core clean and […]
Easter Public Meal
Thursday, April 2nd WHERE City Rescue Mission’s New Life Inn 234 W. State Street, Jacksonville, FL SCHEDULE 10:00 AM – Coffee, Snacks & Fellowship 10:30 AM – Worship Service 11:30 AM – 1 PM Easter Meal Served CRM will also give out blessing bags, hygiene and dental kits, socks and shoes and more! volunteers@crmjax.org (904) […]
Tambara’s Story
“I am brand new” Before I was introduced to drugs in the 80’s, I was a very productive person in society. After losing my job and not being able to find another one, I slipped into depression and felt bad for myself because I watched my world start to change. As soon as I started […]
Danait’s story
“I’ve finally stopped running from me” Born in Ethiopia, Danait was five years old when her family was separated as they fled the conflict breaking out between her home country and neighboring Eritrea. While her mother relocated to Europe, her father brought the children to America, where he worked multiple jobs and long hours. He […]