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Dear Friends at Charlotte Rescue Mission,

My name is Daniel. You don’t know me, but You saved my life!

I’ve been battling addiction to crack and marijuana for over 35 years. The disease of addiction made me numb, but now I feel human again.

Over 75 years of Changing Lives by God’s Grace CharlotteRescueMission.org (704) 333-HOPE (4673)

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Holiday2016

A Message from Tony

24,388 meals byDEC 25

That’s our goal this holiday season.Each meal you sponsor today is so much more than a plate of food.

It’s a chance for you to help change a life. To end hunger. To end homelessness.

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Make your gift online at CharlotteRescueMission.org.Or use the enclosed reply card and envelope.

Thank you for sharing your blessings and your bounty!

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“Let there be joy!”Caroling angels. Christmas pageants.

Celebrations around the world.Christmas is truly a miraculous time.It’s a time to share love. A time to

raise hopes. A time to be joyful! And that’s exactly what makes it

a very difficult time for the men and women who make their home with us here at the Rescue Mission.

Many, like Daniel, whose letter I’ve included here, are apart from their families, separated from spouses and children. Most would tell you they have very little to celebrate.

It is your gifts that make Christmas the very best day possible for them.

Special meals. Decorations. Small gifts. And above all, a celebration of that very first Christmas; a reminder for them – and for all of us – that miracles do happen and prayers are answered!

This then is my Christmas wish for all who join us here at the Rescue Mission during the holidays, and for you and those who are near and dear: Let there be joy!

In Partnership for Changing Lives,

Rev. Tony MarcianoExecutive Director

forever!MAKE A GIFT THAT LASTS

The Charlotte Rescue Mission announces the launch of our new Endowment, which allows you to make a gift that will never run out.

Contact EJ Underwood at [email protected]

or (704) 333-HOPE x 204to learn more.

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Last year, I was homeless and living with my daughter. Every penny I

earned went to buy drugs. It was so bad that she moved out just to get away from me! My family hated me for what I did. That finally helped me make the decision to come to Charlotte Rescue Mission, and it was the best decision of my life.

There were counselors who really cared and they taught me coping skills to stay clean and sober.

I just graduated from the 90-day

program, and I am so proud because it’s the first time in my life I ever finished anything! After I graduated, I took some classes here where I learned how to put together a resume and look for a job. Just one week later, I found a job and I’m working full time and moving into the Halfway House here.

Last week, I went back home for the first time. As soon as I stepped off the bus, I was tested. For the first time in my life, I had something better. I walked away!

All I needed was a chance, a tiny

crack in the door, and now I will take those opportunities and make a better life. I am working and I’m able to love my grandchildren.

I hope that someday I can give back and help other people who are struggling like I once was. Now I have hope, anything is possible.

Thank you for introducing me to a whole new life.

Sincerely,Daniel

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Charlotte Rescue MissionP.O. Box 33000Charlotte, NC 28233-3000

Tony, use my gift to bless hungry, homeless people this Christmas

The perfect gift? Look no further!

For homeless people in our community, Christmas is a season of lonely days and cold nights. Your Christmas Gift means food, shelter and the basic services that provide hope for happier days and nights ahead.

It’s easy:1. Choose a gift.2. Add it to your reply card.

Or visit our Christmas Gift Catalog online at CharlotteRescueMission.org/GiftCatalog.

These Christmas gifts are representative of the needs of people served by the Charlotte Rescue Mission. Donations may be used to support the area of ministry where the need is greatest.

Meals – $25Hot, nourishing meals at the Rescue Mission for the men and women in our Dove’s Nest and Rebound recoveryprograms.

Warm clothing – $35New clothing – especially undershirts, shorts and socks – is a step on the journey to recovery.

Education – $100High school diplomas, finance management and mentoring are big steps toward becoming self-sufficient once men and women leave the Rescue Mission.

Hope & Healing – $50Our Rebound and Dove’s Nest recovery programs help transform lives and return men and women to their families and community!