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Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew's Hope
Pastor Scott and Shelley share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida’s Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America.
Most Recent Episode
One of the goals of this podcast is to overcome common misconceptions and educate people about homelessness and those experiencing it. In episode 8 you will be introduced to Shannon and see one of the real faces of homelessness. Hear her inspiring story and learn how Matthew's Hope was able to help her overcome great obstacles to create a life of independence and self-sustainability.
Previous Episodes
Episode 1
In episode 1, learn what lead to the creation of Matthew's Hope and how it has evolved and expanded over the past 14 years. Shelley and Scott discuss what they hope to accomplish through the creation of this podcast.
Episode 2
In episode 2, we discuss what “back to school” looks like for families with children that are experiencing homelessness.
Episode 3
Have you ever seen someone experiencing homelessness and thought to yourself "why don't they just get a job"? In episode 3 we tackle that very question and explain why the answer might not be as simple as you expect. Each week, Pastor Scott and Shelley.
Episode 4
Whether you know it or not, there is a homeless crisis in Central Florida. In Episode 4, we discuss the severity of the crisis, causes, possible solutions and what more can and should be done about it.
Episode 5
The harsh reality is that most of the people Matthew's Hope serves will eventually die on the streets. In Episode 5, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss their transitional housing program as well as the efforts being made to ease the suffering of those that can't be housed and treat them with the dignity they deserve.
Episode 6
One of the goals of this podcast is to overcome common misconceptions and educate people about homelessness and those experiencing it. In episode 6 you will be introduced to Sherry and see one of the real faces of homelessness. Hear her inspiring story and learn how Matthew's Hope was able to help her overcome great obstacles to create a life of independence and self-sustainability.
Episode 7
Have you ever heard the term "toxic charity"? In Episode 7, Pastor Scott and Shelley explain how many people with the best of intentions often do the wrong things for the right reasons. Learn how toxic charity only helps to perpetuate homelessness and can even have deadly consequences.
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