Romans 12:2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is -his good, pleasing and perfect will.

At UGM, we seek to help those troubled with addictions and alcoholism to not only rehabilitate themselves physically, but to transform themselves spiritually. Many approaches to controlling these problems emphasize control. Too often, people become “dry drunks,” waiting to use again when life’s pressures become too much. We believe that God offers transformation, the ability to truly change and no longer be held hostage by an addiction. Our therapy involves physical, mental and spiritual support that helps men find a real, lasting answer to their problems, and a support community to help them restart their lives.

Our regime is strict, but it is born of compassion. For the first 30 days in the program, men are not allowed to leave the Mission. This blackout period is a time of probation to determine the candidate’s commitment and ability to benefit from treatment. Men are assigned responsibilities, attend classes and make a clean break with the past.

After 30 days, successful candidates are granted a green badge. These men can leave the mission on their day off from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

At the 6-month point, we hold a mini-graduation. After graduating, men are eligible to earn a blue badge that allows them to leave the mission at 6:00 am and return by 6:00 pm. In addition for completing his 6 months, a man must have successfully completed a Christ-based 12-step program, a healing anger class and a series of Bible classes. Men are encouraged to seek out a home church, and in may cases we are able to assist them with vocational training, housing, job placement and other factors critical to their long-term success.