Straight Talk, No B.S., with Matthew's Hope presented by Imagine Marketing

Straight Talk, No B.S., with Matthew's Hope presented by Imagine Marketing

by Matthew's Hope and We Are Winter Garden

Non-Profit Documentary

Season 1

Mental Health and our Homeless Crisis with Sarah Blizzard

In Episode 38 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Tracy and Pastor Scott are joined by Sarah Blizzard to discuss mental health and how it relates to our growing homeless crisis. Sarah is a medical nurse practitioner as well as a psychiatric nurse practitioner who works with Matthew’s Hope. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests 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 today. For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/ #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness

The Danger of Dehumanization

In Episode 37 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley, we dive into the dangers of dehumanization and how it often applies to how people treat those experiencing homelessness. We also react specifically to several social media posts made by John McEntee, a prominent conservative political advisor that may be tasked with filling up to 4,000 government appointed positions in the next Republican administration. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/ #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness #dehumanization #johnmcentee

Real Faces of Homelessness - Sherry's inspirational story

In Episode 36 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, we revisit one of the most impactful guests that has joined us so far. Sherry was once a guest of Matthew’s Hope, her life in disarray and she was self-medicating. But she made her way through the Moving Forward Program and has become one of Matthew’s Hope’s greatest success stories. A shining example of what is possible and a beacon of hope for those currently experiencing homelessness. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/ #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness

The vital role of advocates in the mission of Matthew's Hope

In Episode 35 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Tracy and Shelley are joined by Sharlene Dewitz who is Lead Advocate as well as Community Liaison for Matthew’s Hope. Sharlene shares what the role of an advocate looks like and why they are so crucial to the overall vision of Matthew’s Hope. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/ #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness

A ministry of presence: Pastor Frankie and Matthew's Hope

In Episode 21 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Scott and Shelley are joined by a special guest, Pastor Frankie. They cover how they met, how they have grown, their triumphs and their heartbreak from roughly a dozen years of friendship and working together to care for those in our communities experiencing homelessness. Recently Shannon was promoted to the position of Director of the Orange County Campus of Matthew’s Hope. Hear of her journey has officially come full circle and how she was able to give Pastor Scott and Shelley the ultimate “thank you.” For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

Anti-homeless laws and Amendment 8

In Episode 20 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Scott and Shelley explain how amendment 8 relates to those experiencing homelessness. They also react to a wave of recent local ordinances outlawing camping in public spaces and call them out for what they really are, homeless laws. Plus, how shelters contribute to panhandling, and how money spent to incarcerate the homeless and mentally ill could be spent much more effectively. Recently Shannon was promoted to the position of Director of the Orange County Campus of Matthew’s Hope. Hear of her journey has officially come full circle and how she was able to give Pastor Scott and Shelley the ultimate “thank you.” For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

Florida's homeless bill and how politicians in Tallahassee are failing us

In Episode 22 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Scott and Shelley share what they learned during a recent visit to the Florida capitol in Tallahassee to meet with state legislatures. Hear why they were disappointed but not surprised and what you can do to help make sure the rising homeless crisis in our area gets the attention required. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

Expansion (Why that is not a good thing for a homeless ministry)

In Episode 23 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley talk about the expansion taking place on their campuses. Why it is necessary but not necessarily a good thing. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

The Ultimate Thank You (Shannon's Story)

In Episode 34 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Tracy and Pastor Scott are once again joined by Shannon. In episode 8 you can hear the full story of how Shannon went from a guest of Matthew’s Hope fighting crippling addiction to becoming a staff member. Recently Shannon was promoted to the position of Director of the Orange County Campus of Matthew’s Hope. Hear of her journey has officially come full circle and how she was able to give Pastor Scott and Shelley the ultimate “thank you.” For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/ Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #ministry #crisis #homelessawareness

A day in the life of someone experiencing homelessness

In Episode 24 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley take us through the day-to-day challenges faced by those in our communities experiencing homelessness. Things that most of us take for granted become a constant string of crisis for those living on the street. Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today. For more information or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

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