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A Podcast by OurCalling—the goal is to be a learner. What can we learn about serving those experiencing homelessness? Even though we have years of experience, can we step back, take a fresh look, and rethink everything we know? OurCalling is a Christian nonprofit (501 c3) serving the homeless community throughout Dallas County in Texas. Our team helps people get to know Jesus and get off the streets every day. Last year, we helped individuals exit homelessness over 1,300 times. We have a fac ...
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We are a C3 Church located in the Eastern Suburbs of Auckland. Our heart is to lead people towards Jesus. We are a vibrant, modern community church in the Eastern Suburbs of Auckland. We would love you to come along and check us out, Sundays 10am Te Oro Music & Arts Centre in Glen Innes. Kids are very welcome, we have a brilliant programme for them.
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In this episode, Pastor Wayne Walker, CEO of OurCalling, interviews Lee Jaggers, who shares his journey and insights on the complex emotional and spiritual challenges faced by those in ministry. Lee highlights the importance of counseling for ministry leaders, who often neglect their mental health to maintain an appearance of strength and spiritual…
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In this episode, Pastor Wayne Walker, CEO of OurCalling, interviews Carolyn(wife and co-founder), the Chief People Officer, who plays a crucial role in managing staff, volunteers, and certain IT functions within the organization. They delve into the mission of leading individuals to Christ and aiding them in transitioning from life on the streets i…
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In this episode, Pastor Wayne Walker, CEO of OurCalling, interviews Carolyn Walker(wife and co-founder) as they delve into the compelling story behind founding OurCalling, a mission borne out of a clear directive from God to serve the homeless in Dallas. Together, they discuss the initial gaps in spiritual care outside of shelters and how personal …
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In this episode, Pastor Wayne Walker, CEO of OurCalling, interviews Marsha and Tim about the transformative impact of the Dallas 24 Hour Club. Initially a consulting role that eventually led Marsha to step up as CEO, she discusses the operational challenges and improvements, including the significant facility upgrade in 2018 that bolstered program …
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In this episode, Pastor Wayne Walker, CEO of OurCalling, interviews David Timothy, also known as 'Soup Man', founder of Soup Mobile, a mobile soup kitchen in Dallas. They delve into the origins and evolution of Soup Mobile, which began over 20 years ago and remains dedicated to feeding and nurturing the homeless with sustenance and love, under the …
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In today's episode of "Church Doors Open," we're delving into a crucial conversation about how churches should approach and support individuals experiencing homelessness. Join us as we explore the dos and don'ts when someone in need walks through those doors. We'll discuss real-life scenarios, share insights from professionals working in the field,…
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Join Wayne and executive coach Nick Kennedy as they delve into the intersection of entrepreneurship and ministry. Discover how embracing entrepreneurial principles can revolutionize your approach to leadership, strategy, and service in the context of ministry. Explore timeless truths and practical insights that empower you to lead with clarity, pur…
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While serving those experiencing homelessness, we will serve many individuals who struggle with addiction. Today, Wayne will be interviewing his long-time friend, Pastor John Elmore. What can you say to an addict to encourage them to seek help and recovery? At the time of recording, John Elmore was a teaching pastor at Watermark Church (http://www.…
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Creating an emergency inclement weather shelter with Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center. For about seven years, OurCalling has been helping with creating emergency space during inclement weather events. OurCalling is not a shelter, but we opened our doors overnight when the weather dropped below freezing in Dallas. We have recently partnered …
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The goal of this podcast is to be a learner. For over 20 years, I have been serving those experiencing homelessness in Dallas, TX. However I’m convinced that I’m not an expert, I have so much to learn. This podcast is an exploration, a quest to learn more, and find out what’s working and why. We must find better ways to do this, we must learn from …
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If we are going to be good stewards of the gifts we are given it is so important to know what they are and how they operate. This Sunday Joel Malloy looks at the Spiritual Gifts, Motivational Gifts, Manifestation Gifts and the Five Fold Ministry Gifts. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serveothers, as faithful stewards of Go…
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Do you ever feel like you only have a small part in the big play of life? Over this series we look at some of the stories behind the story, people in the Bible who just get a brief mention, but play a pivotal role in the redemption story. This week Glenn looks at the story of Joseph of Arimathea, a member of the Jewish ruling class, a man of wealth…
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Ever felt stuck, or going around in circles? This weeks message is on Roadblocks and Roundabouts as we kick off our series on Faith for the Journey. We follow the path of Moses and the Israelites and the challenges they face as the Red Sea, and we discover Jehovah Jeshua - the God that saves
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This week in our series on Recreate we talk about how to rebuild and restore relationships, how do we ensure in a divided society remain connected and that the lost and broken are brought back. We look at David and Absolam and Gods heart for reconciliation. Like water spilled on the ground, which cannot be recovered, so we must die. But that is not…
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We are in a season on Recreate, January is a time of recreation. What restores your soul? Finding that place of green pastures and still waters, or maybe some good waves. The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. Psalm 23:1-3 Full recording of the service i…
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God has made and is making all things new – this includes you. What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 2 Corinthians 5:17 What does it mean to be born again? Here Ps Glenn breaks it down with a look at our body, soul and spirit FULL CHURCH SER…
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New Years message God’s mercies are new every morning Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 Every morning we have the opportunity to start over, the ability to turn over a new leaf, start a new day Mercy is a beautiful aspect…
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How often do we ask the question 'How will this be?' Mary asked this question of the Angel Gabriel and I love the response How will this be,’ Mary asked the angel, ‘since I am a virgin?’ The angel answered,‘The Holy Spirit will come on you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. The Holy Spirit is still at work, He overshadows, us hove…
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We are in a series looking at the great turnaround moments in the Bible, the 'but God' moments when everything shifts. The resurrection of Christ is the greatest turnaround moment in history. It changes everything, and we can have confidence it can change our world today. Recorded during Covid Lockdown, full video of service can be located on our F…
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Today we kick off a new series on The Great Turn Around, the 'but God' moments in the Bible where God turns things together for good. We look at the life of King David and lessons from the cave, being stuck and how to come through well. Recorded during Covid lockdown - full video is available on our Facebook page…
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What does it mean to be blessed? This Sunday we take a look at The Blessing or the Benediction. We hear from Emma with her son Ethan, Glenn looks at the scriptures around it in Numbers 6 and Diane shares her thoughts around it. Recorded during Covid Lockdown. For full video including the song The Blessing and Diane's encouragement go to our Faceboo…
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How come one person hears the gospel message and responds eagerly and another hears the same message and stares blankly? The Kingdom of God comes by hearing, but are we really hearing and understanding. We look at the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13 and the call to sow. Also the remarkable story of Rawiri Taiwhanga from the Nagapuhi Iwi, one o…
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