John Ashmen is the president of the City Gate Network. The City Gate Network is a network of rescue missions throughout North America.

In this conversation, we talk about the complexity of trying to help people who have found themselves homeless. John talks about a number of factors that lead to homelessness, the governments response, and how churches and believers can become a part of the solution.

Invisible Neighbors John Ashman

City Gate Network

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George Yancey is a Professor of Sociology and also a part of the Institute of Religious Studies at Baylor University. He is the author of multiple books, including, Beyond Racial Division; A Unifying Alternative to Colorblindness and Antiracism. He also studies and writes about anti-christian attitudes in America.

In this conversation, we talk about his book, Beyond Racial Division, and how a Christian world view can bring racial reconciliation.

George Yancey's Books
George Yancey's Curriculum for Diversity Training for Churches

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Brent Colby is a missionary to Brussels, Belgium. Previously, he was the Northwest Ministry Network's Kid's Ministry director. He was also on staff at Evergreen Christian Community in Olympia, Washington. He also holds a Doctorate in Christian Education.

Brent is currently a professor in at a university in Brussels. He trains and equips pastors to plant churches in post Christian contexts.

In this conversation, we talk about what it's like to be a missionary in Europe and the challenges that come with it. We also talk about what evangelism looks like in this context.

To learn more and support the Colby's
www.colbycommission.org

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Andrew Dawson is the founder of Operation For Freedom. After serving in different pastoral ministry roles, he felt called to fight human trafficking. His organization helps prevent some of the root causes that are connected to trafficking as well as helping people find hope and transition out of it.

In this episode we talk about common misconceptions about trafficking. We also talk about the complexity of the issue and how people can get involved in combatting this issue.

To connect with Andrew and his team, you can email them at Info@operationforfreedom.org

https://www.operationforfreedom.org

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Ken Rice runs Samayra Coffee Co. with his wife Jalee. They started Samayra two years ago in Olympia, Washington. Prior to running Samayra, Ken was a pastor for over 20 years. He's held a number of roles including executive pastor of ministries as well as planting a church.

In this episode, we talk about running a business as a mission. Through a coffee shop, they have been able to create a safe place for people in the community to find healing. They view themselves as a front door to the church. We also talk about transitioning from pastoral ministry to seeing business as ministry and all the challenges that come along with it.

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Zach Claussen is a pastor in the Minneapolis area. He is a part of a church that has five campuses as well as an online campus. He has his Bachelors Degree in Evangelism and Church Planting and his Masters Degree in Leadership Studies.

In this episode we talk about pastoring through political campaigns and elections. How do you pastor a diverse group of people who are being pulled at by political affiliations?

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Joe Epley is the Network Youth Director for the Assemblies of God in Montana. He oversees leadership for Kids and Youth ministries in the network. Previously, he was on staff as a Youth Pastor as well as an Associate Pastor for the last 10 years. He also holds a Masters Degree in Ministry Leadership from Trinity Bible College.

In this episode we talk about what role justice has in discipleship. In our usual discipleship settings, are we neglecting the Biblical concept of engaging in restorative justice.

Tyler Staton - Justice Summit: Session 1

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Simon Wilce is the Executive Director of Christians Against Poverty America. CAP started in England by John Kirkby and spread across the country as churches began helping people get out of poverty. Simon eventually moved to America and started the American branch.

In this episode we talk about the history of their organization and helping people find their way out of poverty. We talk about the different factors that lead to poverty in America and England.

CAP partners with local churches and empowers them to reach their communities. To learn more check out their website capamerica.org

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