More Than a Shelter

Faith and healing come together as we welcome Catherine Harold, or as the men at Gateway Rescue Mission lovingly call her, Ms. Catherine. Join us to learn how she supports men through the toughest battles with addiction, using innovative methods like the "feeling wheel" and the power of prayer. Her holistic approach considers not just addiction, but also the co-occurring mental health challenges and the deep-seated trauma...

When Brad Hancock first walked through the doors of the Gateway Rescue Mission's New Life Program, he was desperate for a change. Now a staff member, Brad joins me, Rex Baker, to share powerful insights from his own experiences and those of others who have faced the immense challenges of addiction recovery. Together, we explore the crucial first week in the program, a period that can set the tone for someone’s journey towards ...

After years of searching for a meaningful way to address addiction recovery and homelessness, we've rebranded our podcast to More Than a Shelter to better embody the mission of Gateway Rescue Mission. Today, we promise to guide you through our New Life program's unique approach, blending traditional 12-step methods with biblical principles. Joined by Forea Ford, our insightful Director of Programs, we unpack the daunting ...

When Brad Hancock joined me, Rex Baker, at Gateway Rescue Mission, we embarked on a candid exploration of the ravages of crystal meth and fentanyl—demons he knows all too well. Our exchange cuts deep into how these substances ensnare the vulnerable, from the soaring highs to the tragic lows. Brad's firsthand account paints a vivid image of the health crises faced by users: sleepless nights, nutritional neglect, and haunting ha...

When James Harris, once known as Bear, speaks of his journey from the depths of Aryan Brotherhood enforcer to beacon of hope and faith, it's impossible not to feel the weight of his transformation. His story is one not just of change, but of rebirth, echoing through the corridors of Mississippi's toughest prisons to the peaceful embrace of a church community. 

Today, James stands as a testament to the redemptive ...

We promise an episode that goes beyond the surface, delving into the complexities of the legal system, but in an inspiring and uplifting way. Can you imagine a public defender persuading a house owner to drop charges or a District Attorney having a last-minute change of heart? That’s just a glimpse into Andre's riveting tale. But it's not all about the trials and tribulations. We also celebrate how Andre, through his unwa...

Welcome to "God After Dark." In this episode, Rex Baker sits down with Gerald Snell, the overnight shelter manager for Gateway Rescue Mission, who offers us a glimpse into the diverse struggles and triumphs of the homeless population Gateway serves.

Gerald shares poignant accounts of individuals, each with unique backgrounds and challenges, from mental illness to substance abuse, emphasizing the need for compassion and und...

Welcome to God After Dark, where real people share extraordinary stories of how God reveals Himself in the darkest moments of their lives. In our inaugural episode, we feature the powerful journey of Hunter Hooge, who found redemption after battling addiction and incarceration. Host Rex Baker, Executive Director of Gateway Rescue Mission in Jackson, Mississippi, guides us through this compelling narrative.

Hunter's li...