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Get the full version of the past year's newsletters below.
2026 Fall Newsletter
Jhonatan came to Capital City Rescue Mission after losing his job, his home, and nearly everything he had. Struggling with depression, addiction, and questions about where he belonged, he felt like he was running out of chances. At the Mission, Jhonatan found something he desperately needed: hope. Through the love of others, the New Life Program, and a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, his life began to change. Read Jhonatan’s full story and see how he was given a second chance!
2026 Summer Newsletter
Cristeen struggled with depression and anxiety, but worked hard and became the first in her family to go to college, get a good job and become a homeowner. Then COVID changed everything. She lost her job and became homeless, and eventually came to stay at Capital City Rescue Mission’s day shelter. She decided to commit to the long-term New Faith Recovery Program and it was a turning point in her life. See her full story of hope and healing!
2026 Easter Newsletter
Ryan’s childhood was not a happy one. It was abusive, traumatic and frightening. He began drinking and smoking weed in high school to escape the chaos at home. Harder drugs entered the picture and he found himself homeless and living under a bridge, always chasing his next high. Out of desperation and love for his daughter, he cried out to God. Check out the full story and how he found a new identity!
2025 Holiday Newsletter
Kat grew up right in the South End of Albany as the youngest of ten children. She had a difficult childhood filled with pain and loss. Drugs and alcohol were there to numb the wounds of the past. Years of addiction and homelessness would follow, until she was ready to walk away from it all and join the New Faith women’s recovery program. See how Kat’s life has been transformed!
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