Volunteers are essential to us being able to do what we do here at The Rescue Mission! Terry has been volunteering with us for a handful of years. From serving meals, to making egg runs, or working the front desk, he really pitches in to help with anything and everything! If you're debating whether or not to volunteer, give this episode a listen.

We had the opportunity to sit down with team members from the Fort Wayne Center for Non-Violence. They shared about the mission and efforts of the organization. The Center for Non-Violence holds group sessions, helps those in needs, and teaches about ways to recognize self-shortcomings.

Get inspired by a story of resilience and recovery from Andrea. She is joined by Alive & Well team member, Wendy, to share how the program is helping encourage healthy lifestyles for teens and young adults. Learn more about Alive & Well here: https://www.aliveandwellteens.com/

Have you heard about project.ME located in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne? We had the opportunity to sit down with Aisha Diss, Founder and Executive Director of project.Me. project.ME "seeks to strengthen support systems through outreach, coaching & advocacy-aiding in the connection to recovery & harm reduction support services and tools while decreasing barriers for sustained life & recovery."Learn and listen alongside us and see how you can get involved.

Join us as we sit down with Tracy & Kenny of Shepard's House, a long-term residential program for homeless Veterans who are alcohol and chemically addicted, or struggle with mental health issues.Learn all about what Shepard's House does for veterans, the way Tracy and Kenny followed God's calling to serve, and how they work to help those that have served for our freedom.

Meet Deb! She's Founder & Executive Director of Jennifer's Harbor, a safe refuge for women in need. Deb's own life story led to to find her calling of helping others. As Deb says, "If you are victim of abuse, you can indeed be set free. Let us help you move from victim, to survivor, to thriver. Healing is possible!" Spend time learning about Jennifer's Harbor today.

Remember our last podcast guest, Mary Ann Ming? She's back!Take a listen as we dive into Circles of Allen County and how they help individuals and family develop financial stability and independence.

For this episode, we got to spend time with Mary Ann Ming of Inasmuch Ministry. Located in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne, Inasmuch is dedicated to give a hand up to those in need and share the love of Jesus Christ. The ministry has been faithfully serving the community for 30 years, but more recently welcomed Mary Ann as she faithfully followed God's call to Fort Wayne. Listen to her share about those that the ministry gets to serve and the difference it can make in someone's lif...

Gateway Woods offers a variety of Christ-centered social services in the northeast Indiana area. The ministry has grown over the years and expanded the services they offer and those they are able to help as they spread God's love!We had the opportunity to sit down with Rob Parker as he shared about his time at the organization. He also shared some insight about his relationship with God and how he came to be a believer. You for sure don't want to miss this episode!

Our Fort Wayne neighbor, Josh Gale, Executive Director of Just Neighbors, sat down and shared some conversation and knowledge with us.Josh shared about the work that Just Neighbors actively does, his knowledge on the homelessness crisis and partnerships in the city.

Karla Lipsey, Sr. Vice President of Program Operations at Charis House sat down with us to talk about the BIG move Charis House is making this year!She shared some insight into the functions and programming at Charis House and how the women are welcomed, loved, cared for, and equipped to take the next steps in their lives.

Have you heard of sex trafficking but don't really know what that means or how to spot if someone might be in need of help?Tammy Crane of Four:10 Ministries sat down with us to share about the work that this organization does to show God's love in that line of work. She shares about the sad reality of many that are being trafficked, statistics for Indiana, and how to signs to look out for someone in need of help.

Our podcast team got the opportunity to sit down with Nate Moellering of Allendale Treatment Center and Bare Knuckle Recovery podcast. We thought about how to describe this episode, what to share about Nate, or even what category to label this episode's content under. Ultimately, we felt we should call it "Nate's Story." It is powerful, vulnerable, inspiring, and difficult. We hope it impacts you as much as it did the three of us that got to sit down with him and hear it first-hand.

We are joined in this episode by Judge Andrew Williams, the Mental Health Judge of Allen County. Listen as we dive into what it looks like to navigate the legal system and individuals that struggle with mental health issues. Judge Williams shares about the need to see people as human, every single one of us. People are more than their issues, their case number, or their struggle.

You can't judge a book by the cover, especially when it comes to needing help. You never know who in you life or community might really benefit from public services.The Community Harvest Food Bank is a non-profit service here to help the Fort Wayne community and beyond. We learn the ins and outs of the food bank with Adam, Logan, and Katie as they share their experience and knowledge. Connect with us on socials:FacebookInstagramLinkedIn

Tune in as we chat with Tomi Cardin, CEO of Redemption House right down the road from us at The Rescue Mission! Tomi followed God's calling and started Redemption House to help women in transitional living. From graduations to missions trips, hear about all of the work that God is doing at this ministry! To learn more about Redemption House or purchase tickets to the Butterfly Gala, visit here: https://redemptionhousefw.org/

One story can make all the difference in someone's life. We sat down with Krista of Kate's Kart to learn all about the organization and how they bring smiles to the faces of patients in the hospital! If you are looking to get involved, visit here: https://kateskart.org/volunteer/ To browse their Amazon wish list, visit here: https://kateskart.org/our-wish-list/ Learn about the Ice Cream Social: https://kateskart.org/ice-cream-social/event-sponsorship-information/

Dusty Krause, The Rescue Mission's Sr. VP of Operations, joins us for a behind-the-scenes look at his role and his awesome team.  Dusty was recently named an Unsung Hero as part of the Downtown Fort Wayne Initiative.  Listen to learn more about what goes on at The Rescue Mission!

Join us as we sit down with The Rescue Mission's Director of Outreach, Dave Pitcher! He has a passion for the community and helping those in need. Dave shares about our community partnerships, the Cold Weather Contingency program, and gives a deeper insight into what The Rescue Mission is all about.  If you want to volunteer, visit: https://fwrm.org/take-action/volunteer To learn more, feel free to call 260-426-7357.

Listen along as we chat with Erin Ness, CEO of St. Joseph Missions right here in Fort Wayne! Erin shared about the organization and growing as a leader. 

Kathy Bruce of Brotherhood Mutual Insurance shares about the Kingdom Advancing Grant. This is a grant designed to help create needed resources to make a difference and expand God's Kingdom with creative and innovative approaches.  Learn more about the resources mentions here: https://www.brotherhoodmutual.com/kingdom-advancing-grant/https://www.maisoccer.com/https://www.icwelcome.org/

Who in the community should we partner with? That was the question Nikki King, CEO of Alliance Health, asked when the organization was looking to expand their healthcare services. The question started a fast-paced partnership with The Rescue Mission. Now, within the walls of The Rescue Mission, there is an Alliance Health Center location providing exceptional healthcare available to residents and the community. Learn more about CEO Nikki King and her passion for people, care, and serving the...

Welcome back our first third-time guest, Thomas McArthur, President and CEO of The Rescue Mission.  Thomas reflects on wrapping up his first seven months and 2023 at The Rescue Mission, what he hopes for 2024, and talks about the journey of leadership.  And we welcome a new co-host, Caroline to The Rescue Mission Podcast! If you enjoy this episode, please consider giving at fwrm.org/podcastgive Social Links Facebook  Instagram Twitter Our website: fwrm.org

We were excited to have the chance to talk with Drew, a man of many different hats! One hat he wears is the Program Director for The Oxford Dream Center, what he calls a carbon copy of an idea with its own bit of originality. Drew has a heart to serve and help those in his community succeed.   No matter what you do or what area of life you’re in, you need people. Drew shares that the idea of community and connection is what helped build this center. Often, life moves too fast to be able to...