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What It Means to Move Forward

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Erin Dircksen Posted by: Erin Dircksen 3 weeks ago

June 29th, 2026

Moving forward doesn’t always look the way we expect.

It’s not always fast.
It’s not always easy.
And it’s rarely a straight line.

But it is happening.

At City Mission, moving forward often looks like consistency. It looks like showing up, making better choices, and continuing even when progress feels slow.

This week, we were reminded that forward movement isn’t about perfection—it’s about persistence.

It’s about continuing to take steps, even when the path isn’t fully clear.

And over time, those steps begin to create something new.

A new direction.
A new mindset.
A new beginning.

That’s the work happening here every day.

And it’s only possible because of a community that believes in second chances and lasting change.


Thank you for being part of what helps people move forward.


Because forward is still forward—no matter how small the step.