Getting Off the Carousel: Andy Odehnal on the Transformative Power of Guiding Light
When Andy Odehnal joined the board of Guiding Light in 2010, the nonprofit was still very much a traditional homeless shelter.
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Scott Returns
For the first time in over a year, long-time Guiding Light volunteer Scott Lenger stepped foot inside Guiding Light.
Volunteer Work at Camp Henry
The men of Guiding Light Recovery volunteered at Camp Henry, a local retreat organization that “provides life changing experiences for all in a Christian environment.”
Welcoming Back Volunteers
As vaccinations against COVID-19 are becoming more and more widely distributed, Guiding Light is slowly but surely opening our doors to volunteers again.
Mother’s Day Takes on New Meaning When it’s a Once-Lost Son You’re Celebrating
This Mother’s Day, Barb isn’t focused on getting flowers or candy or even a card. It’s enough that her son Mark is alive, a gift that five years ago seemed nearly out of reach.
A Lesson from the Caterpillar
On Friday, the men of Guiding Light Recovery sat down together in the chapel of our Heartside facility for their weekly house meeting.
Eggs in the Giving Basket
When you give commodities to Guiding Light prior to the sale, you can reduce your taxable income – even if you take the standard deduction.
Norm, Guiding Light Counselor, Returns
On Monday, April 12th, Arbor Circle therapist Norman Browe came through the doors of 255 Division Avenue for the first time in nearly a year.
Allen Moves Out
On Friday, Allen attended his last house-meeting as a resident of Guiding Light’s facility in downtown Grand Rapids’ Heartside neighborhood.
Moving on From Iron House
On Saturday, Iron House residents and former Guiding Light Recovery clients Jimmy and Kevin packed their belongings for the next step in their journey, moving to their own place.
