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373 Years of Making a Difference in the Lives of Women
Special thanks to Michelle Hueg, the CSJ archivist, for acting as a consultant during the writing of this article. This story is part of...
Natalie Nemes
Nov 30, 20234 min read


Mary’s Might
This story is the first in a series about current and former volunteers at Sarah’s who have made a significant impact on our community. Sarah’s volunteers play a vital role in helping residents reclaim their lives and making the house feel like a home. We are inspired by their contributions to Sarah’s, and we are endlessly grateful for their support in carrying out our mission. Today’s volunteer spotlight is Mary McGreevy, who discovered Sarah’s through a chance encounter wh
Natalie Nemes
Oct 24, 20233 min read


May Peacemaking Prevail on Earth Today!
In the front yard of Sarah’s, hidden behind the bushes, stands a simple metal post that has begun to tarnish after several years of...
Natalie Nemes
Oct 16, 20233 min read


A Chance Meeting on a Bus Changes a Life
This story is the first in what will be a series recounting the oral histories of Sarah’s that have been passed down through the years....
Cheryl Behrent & Natalie Nemes
Oct 4, 20234 min read


Supportive Housing and Social Services Work Together for Clients in St. Paul
*This article was originally posted on The Center for Victims of Torture website. It was also written by The Center for Victims of...
The Center for Victims of Torture
Sep 18, 20233 min read


Comfort's Compassion
Comfort’s story demonstrates her power in trusting her heart and making bold moves like the ones that brought her to the US, to Sarah’s,...
Mariah Scheuermann
Dec 28, 20224 min read


Finding a Home at Sarah's
*This story originally appeared on https://csjministriesfoundation.org. It was written by the Ministries Foundation. The Ministries...
Alyssa Howells
Dec 28, 20223 min read


Adag's Difficult Journey
The story of this resident’s journey to Sarah’s is one of deep faith through unimaginable hardship. Adag was separated from her mother at...
Cheryl Behrent & Mariah Scheuermann
Dec 17, 20225 min read


Soleil's Flight for Freedom
This Sarah’s resident’s story details how her community and family continued to rally for her as she left her home country and came to...
Cheryl Behrent & Mariah Scheuermann
Dec 17, 20224 min read


Mother Madre
Like many women who have found safety and healing within the walls of Sarah’s, Madre longs to be reunited with her children, who are...
Cheryl Behrent & Mariah Scheuermann
Dec 17, 20224 min read


Amare's Journey
This Sarah's resident story is about an African woman we will call Amare, which means "love." The focus of Amare’s childhood was her...
Cheryl Behrent & Mariah Scheuermann
Dec 17, 20224 min read


Nzuri's Zeal
This story centers a Sarah’s resident who we will call Nzuri, a Swahili word meaning “goodness.” This seems an appropriate name...
Cheryl Behrent & Mariah Scheuermann
Dec 17, 20224 min read


Simba Means Strength
Simba’s story tells her arduous journey fleeing from her country. At every step of the way, Simba persevered for her future, and owes her...
Cheryl Behrent & Mariah Scheuermann
Dec 17, 20224 min read
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