About the Rescue Mission

As Minister to Children, I meet with parents and children when they first come to the shelter to make sure kids are in school and have everything they need. I plan children’s activities and outings as well as bring in volunteers do activities with the kids. I also encourage positive interaction between the parents and their children – whether it’s doing homework together, sitting down and reading a book together, or just playing games and having fun.

I love the Rescue Mission and believe in the work people do here. I am truly blessed to be a part of this, and I love the children here!

	Dru Adler: *Sales Associate for Art on a Mission/Warehouse Assistant for Thrift Store* Art on a Mission is the only place I have sought employment... My father-in-law (Stanford Adler) has his jewelry on consignment at Art on a Mission and strongly supports the Mission's purpose. He recommended I seek employment at Art on a Mission. After a tour of the Mission and speaking with Lee Clark and Joy Sylvester-Johnson, I agreed that I would love to be a part of the Mission family. I have been an antique dealer and antique restorer for over 25 years. I was an art and English major in school and felt I could be an asset at Art on a Mission.
	Charlotte D. Anders: General Manager of the Industrial Division I'm married with one son. I started volunteering at the mission at age 9 and am now honored to be a full-time employee. It is a pleasure to be a part of such a great organization.
	Rossie Anders: Warehouse Assistant Hi, I'm Rossie. I am married with one son. I am thankful that the Lord has provided me with such a wonderful job that not only lets me work with the needy but also my family.
	Scott Blessing: Men's Shelter Supervisor I came to the Rescue Mission following 15+ years naval service and an additional 9 years as a civilian electronics technician and 2 years of college. Even with a blessed life, I realized that I was not serving God to the extent that I believed that He wanted me to. I had the desire to serve God by helping others and the Rescue Mission offered me this rewarding opportunity. I am able to daily share Jesus with others as I minister to the guest's needs as a member of the men's shelter staff.
	Bob Brandt: Maintenance Team
	David Burnley: Recovery Team I have been associated with our Rescue Mission since 1983. First as a men’s shelter guest, then joining our Recovery Program and then becoming a staff member in 1984. I am currently a member of the Recovery Team, help with our mid-day prayers and am a part of our Rally Team. I live with my wife and son. Glory to God always!
	Dana Carnot: Women and Children Shelter Supervisor I came to the Rescue Mission in February 2005 seeking help for my addictions. I became a recovery program participant and completed the Women's Recovery Program. I graduated April 7, 2006. I chose to stay on as Support Staff as a continuing part of my recovery program. I hope to work with the women in the recovery program and give back what was so freely given to me. I hope to be reunited with my 3 younger children very soon. I will also be a grandmother in June.
	Ruth Cato: *Sales Associate for Art on a Mission* I have a love and interest of people. I enjoy the Art on a Mission store. My husband having been a pastor, we were always interested and supportive of the work of the Rescue Mission. We worked closely with the Rescue Mission in Evansville, Indiana for many years.
	Lee Clark: Director of Development Since joining the Rescue Mission, I’m often asked if I’m a Pastor. The answer is both yes and no. No, I’m not an ordained minister but yes I do get to minister to people in some pretty amazing ways. Being a part of the Rescue Mission is a privilege and allowing God to use my life as Director of Development and Administration at The Rescue Mission is just one way that I get to minister to “hurting people in Jesus’ name” each day. God blesses this work in awesome ways and I look forward to meeting you and sharing how you might also be blessed by helping hurting families at The Rescue Mission. One of the significant ways God has blessed me is through Sandra, my wife of 20+ years and our children Cary-Grace and Andrew. We live here in Roanoke and are constantly delighted by God’s presence in our lives, in our work and in our home.
	Debbie Cooper: Office Manager My husband Ray and I have two daughters: April Hodges and Heather. April is married to Jeff Hodges and they have 2 children, Aleigh Grace and Spencer Franklin. My duties as office manager range from ordering supplies, posting donations, and paying invoices. I am here because I was looking for a Christian work place where I could touch people's lives.
	Molly Counts: *Coordinator for Ministries to Children* As Minister to Children, I meet with parents and children when they first come to the shelter to make sure kids are in school and have everything they need. I plan children’s activities and outings as well as bring in volunteers do activities with the kids. I also encourage positive interaction between the parents and their children – whether it’s doing homework together, sitting down and reading a book together, or just playing games and having fun. I love the Rescue Mission and believe in the work people do here. I am truly blessed to be a part of this, and I love the children here!
	Larry Croson: Men's Shelter Supervisor My name is Larry and I am a grateful recovering addict. I'm here at the Rescue Mission because my life and life style was totally dysfunctional. I was spiritually bankrupt and had forgotten how to live. I was not happy because there wasn't a power greater than myself in my life. I just couldn't continue to live like that. What I do here at the Rescue Mission is take care of our Guest as Third Shift Supervisor in the Night Shelter. I do this by sharing my strength, hope and experience with them so that there life can change if they let Jesus in.
	Pam Crunkleton: *Art On A Mission Manager* The Mission hired me just before Christmas 2003 during a time when the manager of the Mission’s gallery was recovering from surgery. It was the answer to my prayers. My background is in art. I was a visual staff person for the Belk Company doing store displays. Earlier in my career I was a graphic artist in the development office at Hampton -Sydney College for many years before I had children. I love my work, trying to make money for the Mission’s medical clinic and extending the Mission’s ministry into the community. My children are learning there is a place for everyone and worthy work to be done that will sustain you no matter who you are.
	Joan Dodson: *Maintenance Team (Support Staff)* I am a the Rescue Mission because good things have happened to me here. I graduated from the drug program and learned more about God and the Bible. I have also gotten closer to God. Since graduating, I have joined the Rescue Mission’s support staff working in maintenance.
	Colin Doughty: *E-Store* I’m at the Rescue Mission to start living life in recovery.
	*Sandra Eanes: Food Service Team* After a long career in retail, I came to the Rescue Mission in 2004 to serve the Lord and give back for all the good things that are in my life. I am a line cook and also cook/serve special events at the Mission. I am truly blessed to be working at The Rescue Mission in a strong presence of God and to see his miracles everyday.
	Kim Gembala: Assistant Director of Programs As an Assistant Director of Programs, I am responsible for the Family Shelter. I am also a part of the team developing the residential recovery program for women and their children. I am truly blessed to be a part of the ministries of the Rescue Mission and my prayer each day is that God uses me to be a blessing to someone else.
	Jessica Gills: Cashier/Receptionist My name is Jessica. I am 22 and just moved to Virginia from Mississippi. My major in college is social work, I love Jesus Christ and I love others. I enjoy helping people in any way I can. My desire is to be the hands, feet and mouth of Jesus. I want to be His light so other may know Him and find life in Him.