West Virginia is no stranger to floods, and neither is the Union Mission. Historically, this organization has been on the front line of nearly every natural disaster that has hit our great state. Every time

If you read this newsletter from front to back, then you have already encountered our cover story about East Bank Middle School. No doubt, this story has touched your heart and I hope you

One of the long standing traditions of Union Mission has been our annual Thanksgiving Food Distribution we do the weekend before Thanksgiving. For decades, Union Mission has provided holiday food boxes for thousands of

At the beginning of September, we asked our donors to help us with an emergency concerning the HVAC systems on our administration building which also houses our Men’s Addiction Recovery program. This building, like

If you happened to drive by the mission at the end of last month, you may have noticed a carnival-like atmosphere outside of our administrative building. For years, Union Mission has hosted our annual

It appears that even though some say the pandemic is waning, we are still seeing the effects of it in our supply chain and our economy. One thing we did not anticipate at this

You may notice that our April newsletter is a little different this time. Usually, we have a variety of stories that discuss what is happening throughout the mission’s many ministries. This month, however, we

This is showing my age, but do you remember the Peace Corp commercials they would play on TV and radio? The part that always stuck in my mind was their tagline at the end

So, 2022 is starting off with a bang here at Union Mission. Already we have had a staff retreat at Chief Logan Convention Center where all of our employees spent two days training, team

Growing up in the Quintrell home was interesting to say the least. The one thing I could always count on was the relationship with my mother. She was always there for me. I am

Last fall, our Development Department created a “virtual” Prayer Team. The team consists of various people across the region and across the country that have committed to praying for the needs and concerns of

Have you ever heard the name of an organization and automatically a person’s face pops into your head? That person comes to mind because they are so integral to the organization they become the

Several years ago, we launched our Sustainable Agriculture Program with the intent of feeding our clients cleaner, healthier food and reducing some of our dependence on purchased food. Over those several years, we tested

The year 2020 will forever be marked as the year of the great pandemic. We have all witnessed the immediate effects of this global crisis on our communities and businesses but longer term ramifications remain

With so many things changing over the past century, it is a rare achievement for an organization to reach a 108-year milestone. As we continue today what Brother Pat Withrow began in 1911, Union

It’s no secret that summer is tough on Union Mission and those we serve. Donations take a dramatic decrease as compared to the rest of the year and we find ourselves struggling to meet the

A surprise visit to Jamie Tridico to announce her nomination as a recipient of the 2019 Women On A Mission Award. All five recipients will be introduced in Union Mission’s April newsletter. The Women

Growing up in St. Albans, West Virginia in the 70s, 80s, and 90s, was much like what you would expect watching an episode of the Andy Griffith show, at least in my memory it

Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the change of weather, the changing of leaves, and of course a new football season to enjoy. I love the thought of Thanksgiving being just around

Last month, I discussed how times have changed due to the reach of drug addiction in our state and how Union Mission has to change in order to keep up and to continue serving

“Every living creature will be food for you; as I gave the green plants, I have given you everything.” (Genesis 9:3) No matter the insurmountable needs we face, no matter the challenges, He has

It is absolutely amazing what the power of God can do. He can change old worn out sinful people into new creatures. He can take that new creature and allow him or her to experience