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Stories to inspire and inform

Team members from our three different projects provide reflections and updates from within their respective services, our chaplain Marion Carson challenges us from a spiritual perspective and our CEO Charles Maasz regularly contributes with his thoughts.

We see you

12 July 2023|

Katie Thomson, who volunteers at one of our evening drop-in sessions, highlights the importance of human connection and the difference a simple smile can make to whether or not a person feels 'seen'.

What are we thankful for?

14 June 2023|

In our latest blog, CEO Charles Maasz highlights the importance of genuine human connection and the gratitude we have for people in our lives. He emphasises the significance of deep and authentic communities, and draws a parallel between the deprivation of such communities and the trauma of being an orphan. He presents the early Church as an example of a revolutionary community that provided nourishment and support, emphasizing the need for the church to serve as a sanctuary for those who feel disconnected in today's individualised culture.

Fully Seen, Fully Heard, Fully Known.

3 February 2023|

Chief Executive Charles Maasz provides an interesting insight into a well known piece of scripture where Jesus leads by example in breaking the socially hierarchical barriers that often prevent us from loving one another.

I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life

31 October 2022|

Clare highlights how difficult settling down and accessing important services can be for those pursuing a new life in the country, but draws from an important verse in the Bible which reminds us to have compassion and show love regardless of an individuals' situation.

Can I have some more?

11 October 2022|

In his blog Charles discusses the power of a little faith, and the idea that this measure of faith can be sufficient.

Big Arran Challenge

3 October 2022|

Bethany works for Glasgow City Mission in the Marketing and Fundraising team. Here she gives her thoughts on our successful fundraiser, The Big Arran Challenge.

The Story of a Victim

18 July 2022|

He arrived in Glasgow via London on the overnight bus. Over a hot cup of coffee in our city centre drop-in, and with the aid of a volunteer who could speak his language, he was able [...]

A Day in the Life of Urban

11 July 2022|

In this week's blog, Urban Coordinator Clare O'Sullivan shares some of the activities and experiences people enjoy as they engage with Urban - our creative 'moving-on' space located on our second floor.

Weak at the Knees

4 July 2022|

Marion Carson reflects on the positives of pain; how it can be gift, and how it has the power to break any relational barriers that prevent us getting closer to someone.

Exclusion & Embrace

27 June 2022|

The Bible mentions reconciliation a lot. We ought to assume then that it is important to get to grips with what it means. Join CEO Charles Maasz as he unpacks this theme during this week's blog.

Value in Vulnerability

20 June 2022|

Today, 20 June 2022, is World Refugee Day, followed closely by International Widow’s Day on 23 June 2022. As we prepare to mark these days at Glasgow City Mission, we are mindful of all those who have suffered hardship, displacement and loss, and in particular, those of our guests for whom these days will have significant pertinence.

World Refugee Day

20 June 2022|

Today, 20 June 2022, is World Refugee Day, followed closely by International Widow’s Day on 23 June 2022. As we prepare to mark these days at Glasgow City Mission, we are mindful of all those who have suffered hardship, displacement and loss, and in particular, those of our guests for whom these days will have significant pertinence.

Vulnerability as Strength

16 May 2022|

Making ourselves vulnerable is risky business in a society that only seems to value the strongest, the fittest and the smartest. Charles Maasz explores the merit in vulnerability, and how it should be seen as a strength and not a weakness.

Healing for the Heart at the Overnight Welcome Centre.

9 May 2022|

This week’s blog comes from Jem Crawley who works for our Overnight Welcome Centre (OWC) partner, Healing for the Heart. Jem tells of his experiences of the listening service that Healing for the Heart provided for our guests. This service was of great benefit and we look forward to continuing our partnership during next season’s OWC.

It doesn’t take a lot to make a difference

2 May 2022|

As another year at the Overnight Welcome Centre draws to a close, manager Elyse MacKinnon shares with us some of the things she is grateful for, as we see record numbers of guests moving into positive outcomes.

Easter Hope

25 April 2022|

Marion Carson highlights the need for hope through the lens of the resurrection and in particular for our guests, many of whom struggle to have something to hope for. She explores where this hope come from and how we work every day to pass this onto our guests.

Remembering James

18 April 2022|

We were greatly saddened by the recent death of one of our guests. James Hyslop was known to us for many years; he was much loved and will be sorely missed. 

The Lion’s Den

14 March 2022|

After a remarkably quick few months, final plans are being made in anticipation of the closure of the Overnight Welcome Centre at the end of March. Elyse MacKinnon shares some of her thoughts and reflects on what we can learn from some of the challenges faced by the team this season.

A Rookie’s Mate

7 March 2022|

This week, one of our long-serving volunteers shares and reflects on an experience she once had with a guest concerning the game of chess.

Are We Part of the System?

28 February 2022|

Marion Carson challenges us to examine and refine our thoughts around shopping habits, and draws parallels with the Biblical story of Joseph to ask if we do enough when it comes to fighting modern day slavery, exploitation and oppression.

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