The Industrial Department (now known as the Thrift Store) was added in the 1930’s. Just as is the case today, household articles and clothing were picked up then sold in the Thrift Store. The operation was so successful that it became self-supporting within two months. It also provided much-needed jobs during a time of unprecedented unemployment.

The Mission officially ended its affiliation with the Presbyterian Church in 1933. In 1971, the George Street building, which now houses the Thrift Store, was opened to house the Industrial Department. During the 1970’s, the Mission became home to the Morris County Social Detoxification Center for men and women, and also hosted a coffee house called One Way Coffee House where young people could come for food, coffee, and informal counseling on Friday and Saturday nights.
Over the years, the men in our program have gotten younger: the average age of a resident in 1965 was 55, 45 in 1975 and in the late 20’s or early 30’s today.

Our men’s recovery program curriculum remained the same for almost 100 years. Over the last few decades, however, we have added new alcohol and drug treatment strategies to our residential recovery program. Today, our program targets whole life recovery, addressing the spiritual, physical and emotional needs of our guests. This holistic approach has led to greater long-term success for our graduates.

Over the years, we added a Career Education Center where men can learn computer skills in a professional atmosphere. Counseling offices were added to provide a confidential setting for sharing and growth, and classes were added where men can learn new life skills in a comfortable and structured setting. Our services continued to grow, and space became a premium.

In 1994, extensive renovations to the building at 9 Market Street were made. However, problems of space continued to compromise the Mission’s programs.

In 2001, the Mission opened a new facility at 10 Bank Street to accommodate our expanding services. It now houses the Career Education Center, additional counseling offices, a recreation & exercise floor, a kitchen pantry facility, a shelter for transitional guests and the Mission’s administrative offices.

In 2017 we renovated once again and opened an outpatient counseling center available to the community at large.

In 2021, the Mission expanded its ministry to a new Sussex County location, opening a 14-bed hospitality room with meals for homeless men in Newton.