{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Homeless But Human","home_page_url":"http://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm","feed_url":"http://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/json","description":"Join us as we answer common questions and hesitations about serving the poor. Our desire is to empower even more people to understand the complexity of homelessness and to discover practical and relational solutions for real change.  You’ll also have an opportunity to listen to the homeless and have a window into their lives.\r\n\r\nJust imagine— the impact it would make if that homeless person you pass had even just one friend who knew them by name and cared about them beyond just a passing handout. What difference would that make to that person, to you, and to your local community? And if more people joined together in this mission— what difference would we make to the world?","_fireside":{"subtitle":"A Christ in the City Podcast","pubdate":"2024-10-18T06:00:00.000-06:00","explicit":false,"owner":"Christ in the City","image":"https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/cover.jpg?v=1"},"items":[{"id":"af1a9399-11ab-43db-a3b6-fea67bd500b3","title":"Summer of Service Series: Gary, Indiana","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/58","content_text":"-- STAY CONNECTED --\n📱 https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\n💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\n🐦 https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\n\n-- WEBSITE --\n🌐 https://christinthecity.org\n🛒 Merch Store: https://christinthecity.org/store/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e-- STAY CONNECTED --\u003cbr\u003e\n📱 \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📘 \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n💼 \u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🐦 \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- WEBSITE --\u003cbr\u003e\n🌐 \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🛒 Merch Store: \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/store/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/store/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-10-18T06:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/af1a9399-11ab-43db-a3b6-fea67bd500b3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":77368320,"duration_in_seconds":1934}]},{"id":"4eac6ce1-eb2b-4b20-97a6-2a6af7e7f6f1","title":"Summer of Service Series: Dayton, Ohio","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/57","content_text":"-- STAY CONNECTED --\n📱 https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\n💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\n🐦 https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\n\n-- WEBSITE --\n🌐 https://christinthecity.org\n🛒 Merch Store: https://christinthecity.org/store/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e-- STAY CONNECTED --\u003cbr\u003e\n📱 \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📘 \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n💼 \u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🐦 \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- WEBSITE --\u003cbr\u003e\n🌐 \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🛒 Merch Store: \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/store/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/store/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-10-11T06:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/4eac6ce1-eb2b-4b20-97a6-2a6af7e7f6f1.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":78216960,"duration_in_seconds":1955}]},{"id":"ca69d723-50fa-43ee-b8c1-11a459eed704","title":"Heart of March: Missions, Moments, and Memories","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/56","content_text":"-- STAY CONNECTED --\n📱 https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\n💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\n🐦 https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\n\n-- WEBSITE --\n🌐 https://christinthecity.org\n🛒 Merch Store: https://christinthecity.org/store/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e-- STAY CONNECTED --\u003cbr\u003e\n📱 \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📘 \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n💼 \u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🐦 \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- WEBSITE --\u003cbr\u003e\n🌐 \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🛒 Merch Store: \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/store/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/store/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-09-19T15:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/ca69d723-50fa-43ee-b8c1-11a459eed704.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41629649,"duration_in_seconds":2081}]},{"id":"37e79b60-c02b-4e16-904f-db94aaf91033","title":"Receiving Others in a \"Ministry of Interruptions\": Andre House","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/55","content_text":"-- STAY CONNECTED --\n📱 https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\n💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\n🐦 https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\n\n-- WEBSITE --\n🌐 https://christinthecity.org\n🛒 Merch Store: https://christinthecity.org/store/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e-- STAY CONNECTED --\u003cbr\u003e\n📱 \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📘 \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n💼 \u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🐦 \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- WEBSITE --\u003cbr\u003e\n🌐 \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🛒 Merch Store: \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/store/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/store/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-07-19T06:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/37e79b60-c02b-4e16-904f-db94aaf91033.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33502080,"duration_in_seconds":2093}]},{"id":"de0ecbd6-437e-4fe6-9d71-29c016b6d5ba","title":"The Frat Squad: From Rejection to Connection","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/54","content_text":"-- STAY CONNECTED --\n📱 https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\n💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\n🐦 https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\n\n-- WEBSITE --\n🌐 https://christinthecity.org\n🛒 Merch Store: https://christinthecity.org/store/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003e-- STAY CONNECTED --\u003cbr\u003e\n📱 \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📘 \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n💼 \u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🐦 \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- WEBSITE --\u003cbr\u003e\n🌐 \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🛒 Merch Store: \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/store/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/store/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-07-03T13:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/de0ecbd6-437e-4fe6-9d71-29c016b6d5ba.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31311951,"duration_in_seconds":1956}]},{"id":"80c228df-0efd-438d-857e-885e0706e988","title":"Breaking Down Barriers: Language, Laughter, and Love","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/53","content_text":"We delve into heartwarming stories and meaningful interactions with our friends on the streets. Sebastian and Lydia share their experiences, from catching pigeons with friends to bridging language barriers with migrants. Discover the joy, laughter, and genuine connections that transcend the challenges of homelessness and language differences. Tune in for an uplifting and insightful episode that highlights the power of simple acts of kindness and the profound impact they can have on everyone involved.\n\n-- STAY CONNECTED --\n📱 https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\n💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\n🐦 https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\n\n-- WEBSITE --\n🌐 https://christinthecity.org\n🛒 Merch Store: https://christinthecity.org/store/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWe delve into heartwarming stories and meaningful interactions with our friends on the streets. Sebastian and Lydia share their experiences, from catching pigeons with friends to bridging language barriers with migrants. Discover the joy, laughter, and genuine connections that transcend the challenges of homelessness and language differences. Tune in for an uplifting and insightful episode that highlights the power of simple acts of kindness and the profound impact they can have on everyone involved.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- STAY CONNECTED --\u003cbr\u003e\n📱 \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📘 \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n💼 \u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🐦 \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- WEBSITE --\u003cbr\u003e\n🌐 \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🛒 Merch Store: \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/store/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/store/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-06-13T05:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/80c228df-0efd-438d-857e-885e0706e988.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31823541,"duration_in_seconds":1988}]},{"id":"af2dfb78-1f05-43e0-8f1f-3f07315d9259","title":"Showing Up: The Power of Consistency in Friendship","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/52","content_text":"In this episode of Homeless But Human, we delve into the profound impact of consistency in friendship. From celebrating life's joys to weathering its storms, showing up for our friends, day in and day out, is the cornerstone of meaningful connections. Join us as we explore the transformative power of unwavering support, resilience, and the enduring bonds forged through the simple act of being there for one another. Tune in to discover how consistent acts of friendship can enrich our lives and strengthen the fabric of our relationships.\n\n-- STAY CONNECTED --\n📱 https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\n📘 https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\n💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\n🐦 https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\n\n-- WEBSITE --\n🌐 https://christinthecity.org\n🛒 Merch Store: https://christinthecity.org/store/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of Homeless But Human, we delve into the profound impact of consistency in friendship. From celebrating life\u0026#39;s joys to weathering its storms, showing up for our friends, day in and day out, is the cornerstone of meaningful connections. Join us as we explore the transformative power of unwavering support, resilience, and the enduring bonds forged through the simple act of being there for one another. Tune in to discover how consistent acts of friendship can enrich our lives and strengthen the fabric of our relationships.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- STAY CONNECTED --\u003cbr\u003e\n📱 \u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.instagram.com/christinthecity/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📘 \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.facebook.com/christinthecitymissionaries\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n💼 \u003ca href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/christ-in-the-city/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🐦 \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://twitter.com/CIC_Mission\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e-- WEBSITE --\u003cbr\u003e\n🌐 \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n🛒 Merch Store: \u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/store/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/store/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-05-09T06:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/af2dfb78-1f05-43e0-8f1f-3f07315d9259.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":27272783,"duration_in_seconds":1704}]},{"id":"6bccd734-0198-4782-80a8-0c14d196e6db","title":"Capturing Humanity: The Empathy Behind Street Photography","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/51","content_text":"In this compelling episode we delve into the captivating world of street photography through the lens of empathy. Join us as we explore the stories behind the camera with photographers who have documenting the lives of marginalized communities.\n\nFrom capturing the raw beauty of resilience to navigating the ethical complexities of consent and representation, our guests share their personal journeys, motivations, and the profound connections forged on the streets.\n\nDiscover the artistry and intimacy of street photography as we celebrate the power of human connection and advocate for greater empathy and understanding in our communities.\n\nCheck out our upcoming \"15 Day Photo Challenge\"! \nhttps://christinthecity.org/photo-challenge/","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this compelling episode we delve into the captivating world of street photography through the lens of empathy. Join us as we explore the stories behind the camera with photographers who have documenting the lives of marginalized communities.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom capturing the raw beauty of resilience to navigating the ethical complexities of consent and representation, our guests share their personal journeys, motivations, and the profound connections forged on the streets.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the artistry and intimacy of street photography as we celebrate the power of human connection and advocate for greater empathy and understanding in our communities.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out our upcoming \u0026quot;15 Day Photo Challenge\u0026quot;! \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https://christinthecity.org/photo-challenge/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps://christinthecity.org/photo-challenge/\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2024-04-04T06:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/6bccd734-0198-4782-80a8-0c14d196e6db.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":34805273,"duration_in_seconds":2175}]},{"id":"f190f698-aac9-4912-ae9b-0efa378f9243","title":"50th Episode Celebration: Blake \u0026 Shayla's Podcast Draft","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/50","content_text":"Join Blake and Shayla as they celebrate a milestone 50th episode by embarking on a lively journey down memory lane. In this special edition, they reminisce on past episodes, crafting a fantasy draft team using their favorite moments as team members. With laughter, competition, and heartfelt reflection, this episode is a tribute to the incredible stories and guests that have shaped our podcast's journey. 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In this special edition, they reminisce on past episodes, crafting a fantasy draft team using their favorite moments as team members. With laughter, competition, and heartfelt reflection, this episode is a tribute to the incredible stories and guests that have shaped our podcast\u0026#39;s journey. 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So even if there is no homeless on the streets, someone's poor out there that you can go and love.\n\nWe are so thankful for all the support and love we received in each city this past summer. If you ever want to volunteer with us or more information on our mission, you can email volunteer@christinthecity.org.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eOn this weeks episode of Homeless but Human, we are concluding our summer series with the Lincoln team! Erin and Ryan join us to discuss:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e    •    The impact and support of alumni and the community of Lincoln. \u003cbr\u003e\n    •    First hand look into homeless ministry in a shelter. \u003cbr\u003e\n    •    The power of someone recognizing how much someone deserves to be loved. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJesus says in the Gospel, the poor you\u0026#39;ll always have. Yeah. 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Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-06-07T16:30:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/d6c0dfd8-952f-46c2-aac3-d58e8a244da3.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":41357998,"duration_in_seconds":2584}]},{"id":"8e71676a-f338-415e-b03a-7fccbe8a28e9","title":"INVISIBLE HUMANS: Chuck's Story","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/12","content_text":"In this episode, our friend Chuck shares what it's been like for him now in housing after 40 years on the streets. \n\nWe discuss: \n\n\nWhat was the hardest thing about being on the streets?\nWhat changed for you to want to move inside?\nWhat is it that brings you life now?\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode, our friend Chuck shares what it\u0026#39;s been like for him now in housing after 40 years on the streets. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe discuss: \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat was the hardest thing about being on the streets?\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat changed for you to want to move inside?\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is it that brings you life now?\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-05-26T18:45:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/8e71676a-f338-415e-b03a-7fccbe8a28e9.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31693518,"duration_in_seconds":1980}]},{"id":"0f0a1d3b-228d-450c-9bb5-8ad75e379e59","title":"Confronting Mental Health: Where to Begin?","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"Confronting Mental Health: Where to Begin?\nwith special guest Senite Sahlezghi LPC\n\nIn this episode we discuss:\n\n\nThe importance of showing up for the people in your life and what that can look like       \nNone of us are entitled to each other's stories or time\nHow to foster deeper relationships that are not transactional\n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eConfronting Mental Health: Where to Begin?\u003cbr\u003e\nwith special guest Senite Sahlezghi LPC\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this episode we discuss:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe importance of showing up for the people in your life and what that can look like       \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNone of us are entitled to each other\u0026#39;s stories or time\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to foster deeper relationships that are not transactional\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-04-19T17:15:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/0f0a1d3b-228d-450c-9bb5-8ad75e379e59.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36043644,"duration_in_seconds":2252}]},{"id":"cda25fc7-ee67-420f-8055-ba848d4c732b","title":"Should I Give Money to the Homeless?","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/10","content_text":"When someone experiencing homelessness asks for money, it can be hard not to wonder:\n\nAm I getting scammed? \nWould I be contributing to an addiction?\nWhat are they really going to use it for?\n\nIn today's episode, we're back with Sam Schultz, our Director of Homeless Outreach, to discuss another common question we get asked: what do you do when a homeless person asks for money? ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhen someone experiencing homelessness asks for money, it can be hard not to wonder:\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAm I getting scammed? \u003cbr\u003e\nWould I be contributing to an addiction?\u003cbr\u003e\nWhat are they really going to use it for?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn today\u0026#39;s episode, we\u0026#39;re back with Sam Schultz, our Director of Homeless Outreach, to discuss another common question we get asked: what do you do when a homeless person asks for money? \u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-04-05T09:45:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/cda25fc7-ee67-420f-8055-ba848d4c732b.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":33953445,"duration_in_seconds":2122}]},{"id":"f87f3dd8-433e-4bc8-bcaa-3a2f3da4ca97","title":"Day in the Life of a Missionary","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/9","content_text":"Today we're joined by two of our missionaries, Chas and Stephanie, to walk us through a normal average day, which you'll learn quickly isn't normal or average at Christ in the City. \n\nIn this episode we'll discuss: \n\n\nCook teams and getting creative with donated food \nWhat it's like living with 34 other people and where missionaries find rest \nSteph’s yo-yo and other creative ways missionaries break the ice in conversations\nThe complementarity of having both men and women on street teams together\nHow do missionaries have the energy to keep going every day \n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eToday we\u0026#39;re joined by two of our missionaries, Chas and Stephanie, to walk us through a normal average day, which you\u0026#39;ll learn quickly isn\u0026#39;t normal or average at Christ in the City. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this episode we\u0026#39;ll discuss: \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCook teams and getting creative with donated food \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat it\u0026#39;s like living with 34 other people and where missionaries find rest \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteph’s yo-yo and other creative ways missionaries break the ice in conversations\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe complementarity of having both men and women on street teams together\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do missionaries have the energy to keep going every day \u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-03-07T16:00:00.000-07:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/f87f3dd8-433e-4bc8-bcaa-3a2f3da4ca97.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":36380952,"duration_in_seconds":2273}]},{"id":"4049da6c-b82d-46ce-958e-9bff750cf11c","title":"INVISIBLE HUMANS: Jessica's Story ","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/8","content_text":"Jessica is the mama to sweet, curly haired Nora and a total superwoman. She's spunky, hardworking, and has a sweet tooth for milkshakes. \n\nIn God's providence, Jessica's path crossed with CIC's \"house mom\", Betty, when she was working as a case manager at Samaritan House homeless shelter. 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Betty joins us today to share about the special role she has gotten to play in Jessica and Nora\u0026#39;s story.   \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this episode you\u0026#39;ll hear: \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat it was like being homeless as an expectant mother\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow important friendship was through housing rejections and doubts about being a mom\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe need for both emotional support (missionaries\u0026#39; friendship) and social service support (a case worker)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-02-22T10:00:00.000-07:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/4049da6c-b82d-46ce-958e-9bff750cf11c.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":25843350,"duration_in_seconds":1615}]},{"id":"847c05fe-04b3-44e8-afc8-f437b8d9fb44","title":"Why Don't the Homeless Just Get a Job","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/7","content_text":"This is one of the most common questions we get asked at Christ in the City. In this episode, we're joined by Sam Schultz, Christ in the City's Director of Homeless Outreach to discuss:\n\n\nThe reality of what it takes to get a job while homeless, from facing practical roadblocks to deeper spiritual wounds\nWhy would we help someone who doesn't appear to be helping themselves? \nHow can we approach this question with more empathy? \n","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most common questions we get asked at Christ in the City. 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Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-02-08T11:45:00.000-07:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/847c05fe-04b3-44e8-afc8-f437b8d9fb44.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21894464,"duration_in_seconds":1368}]},{"id":"b9fcfd25-f4e5-4881-9aca-c6b6a131a7ec","title":"INVISIBLE HUMANS: Ron's Story","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/6","content_text":"When Ron met Christ in the City in 2015, he was on the streets and doing his best to stay away from people.\n\nHe shares what it was like to be distant from all of humanity.  You'll get a window into his experience on the streets and hear what a simple hello and invitation did for him.\n\nJoin us as we hear Ron's story and start to understand what a small encounter can do for someone else’s life. Everyone has a story to tell and we are  fortunate to be a part of Ron's!","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Ron met Christ in the City in 2015, he was on the streets and doing his best to stay away from people.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHe shares what it was like to be distant from all of humanity.  You\u0026#39;ll get a window into his experience on the streets and hear what a simple hello and invitation did for him.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoin us as we hear Ron\u0026#39;s story and start to understand what a small encounter can do for someone else’s life. Everyone has a story to tell and we are  fortunate to be a part of Ron\u0026#39;s!\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-01-25T03:00:00.000-07:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/b9fcfd25-f4e5-4881-9aca-c6b6a131a7ec.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":31274445,"duration_in_seconds":1651}]},{"id":"feaf8e93-902b-4ca3-853d-82d98455d1eb","title":"The Power of Being Present (Part 3) : Taking a Street Walk Through Your Own Heart ","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/5","content_text":"In the third part of our three-part series on “The Power of Being Present”: Jeff and Anya are back to wrap up the series with one of the most important–and often the most challenging–steps towards being present: the “street walk” through our own hearts.\n\nJeff and Anya will share wisdom learned through encounters on the street, community life, and personal stories and how one of their primary roles as formators is accompanying missionaries on this healing journey of self-discovery. Missionaries come to realize that to love those on the street with the compassion and empathy they need to heal, they must first learn to love themselves in this way.\n\nAnd as listeners will come to realize throughout this episode, this lesson is not just for missionaries. This is a step we all must take in our lives. Before we can be truly present and encounter the brokenness of others–whether they are our family, friends, or those we serve on the streets– we must first take the time to encounter ourselves–even those parts we have kept hidden.\n\nAs we start a new year, this episode leaves listeners with a simple but challenging invitation: simply take some time for silence. Allow God to be the center of your own internal monolog so that you can be truly present, and He can be the center of every encounter this new year.\n\nThanks for listening and know of our prayers for you during this new year!","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn the third part of our three-part series on “The Power of Being Present”: Jeff and Anya are back to wrap up the series with one of the most important–and often the most challenging–steps towards being present: the “street walk” through our own hearts.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJeff and Anya will share wisdom learned through encounters on the street, community life, and personal stories and how one of their primary roles as formators is accompanying missionaries on this healing journey of self-discovery. Missionaries come to realize that to love those on the street with the compassion and empathy they need to heal, they must first learn to love themselves in this way.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd as listeners will come to realize throughout this episode, this lesson is not just for missionaries. This is a step we all must take in our lives. Before we can be truly present and encounter the brokenness of others–whether they are our family, friends, or those we serve on the streets– we must first take the time to encounter ourselves–even those parts we have kept hidden.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs we start a new year, this episode leaves listeners with a simple but challenging invitation: simply take some time for silence. Allow God to be the center of your own internal monolog so that you can be truly present, and He can be the center of every encounter this new year.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThanks for listening and know of our prayers for you during this new year!\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2022-01-04T04:00:00.000-07:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/feaf8e93-902b-4ca3-853d-82d98455d1eb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":26850239,"duration_in_seconds":1678}]},{"id":"9e023a47-d44b-4bdd-b9a2-dfdd45d1ea51","title":"The Power of Being Present (Part 2): Approaching People with Childlike Curiosity","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/4","content_text":"What can children teach us about listening? \n\nIn the second part of our three-part series on “The Power of Being Present” Jeff and Anya are back to explore this question as we continue our conversation on the art of listening.\nIn this episode, we will dive deeper into what it means to truly encounter someone with a childlike wonder. We will discuss what a 4-year-old in a grocery store can teach us about presence and how (without even knowing it) children’s natural disposition is one of reverence--a cherished virtue of formation at Christ in the City. Jeff and Anya will share how much we can learn from their simple but profound example and how missionaries learn to apply this virtue with the homeless and with their fellow missionaries.\n\nThrough hearing wisdom gained through personal stories, missionary community life, and encounters on the streets, this episode will invite listeners to approach their own family, friends, or a stranger on the street with a new sense of reverence and child-like wonder.\n\nWe will leave listeners with an invitation to apply this idea and try a creative “experiment” out on friends and family this Christmas. We are excited for you to try this with us! 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Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2021-12-13T12:30:00.000-07:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/9e023a47-d44b-4bdd-b9a2-dfdd45d1ea51.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":21858124,"duration_in_seconds":1366}]},{"id":"e536f0a0-2ee1-487d-a713-d3681b73c226","title":"The Power of Being Present (Part 1): Listening to Understand vs. Just to Respond ","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/3","content_text":"What if your only job was to listen? No agenda. No expectation of a perfect response. Simply being present with the other. Would that change the way you do it?\n\nIn this first episode of our three-part series on “The Power of Being Present”, we are joined by two of our staff formators: Jeff and Anya. Together, they will take us deeper into why the art of listening--and simply being present--is at the center of good relationships: the heart of our encounters on the streets. Through their unique lens as formators, Jeff and Anya explain how missionaries must first learn (and often un-learn) what it means to simply listen before they can be that same presence for the homeless.\n\nThrough hearing personal experiences and wisdom gained from encounters on the streets, this episode will leave listeners with powerful insights and practical tips to apply these skills in their own lives. ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhat if your only job was to listen? No agenda. No expectation of a perfect response. Simply being present with the other. Would that change the way you do it?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this first episode of our three-part series on “The Power of Being Present”, we are joined by two of our staff formators: Jeff and Anya. 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We are equipped with knowledge of the local resources, understanding where we can point someone to get a meal, a place to stay, etc. But the truth is, there's a lot of hurt in the world that can't be fixed by a resource. So what can you do? For the answer, we look to Mary and John at the foot of the cross. ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIt\u0026#39;s hard to face suffering. And sometimes it\u0026#39;s even harder to have to watch others go through hard times. Our human nature wants to step in to help with an \u0026quot;I can fix this for you\u0026quot; mentality. But as we\u0026#39;ll explore in this episode, people don\u0026#39;t want to be \u0026quot;fixed\u0026quot;, they want to be loved. Our missionaries face this reality over and over again as they approach the homeless on the streets. We are equipped with knowledge of the local resources, understanding where we can point someone to get a meal, a place to stay, etc. But the truth is, there\u0026#39;s a lot of hurt in the world that can\u0026#39;t be fixed by a resource. So what can you do? For the answer, we look to Mary and John at the foot of the cross. \u003c/p\u003e","summary":"It's hard to face suffering. And sometimes it's even harder to have to watch others go through hard times. Our human nature wants to step in to help with an \"I can fix this for you\" mentality. But as we'll explore in this episode, people don't want to be \"fixed\", they want to be loved. Our missionaries face this reality over and over again as they approach the homeless on the streets. We are equipped with knowledge of the local resources, understanding where we can point someone to get a meal, a place to stay, etc. But the truth is, there's a lot of hurt in the world that can't be fixed by a resource. So what can you do? For the answer, we look to Mary and John at the foot of the cross. ","date_published":"2021-11-15T09:00:00.000-07:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/ffa0503a-c656-4f1a-96cb-a7b3c93f3107.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":24473313,"duration_in_seconds":1529}]},{"id":"8837df82-c094-463a-a29c-3718ed6e1f73","title":"What to Do When Passing a Homeless Person","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/1","content_text":"The first Christ in the City podcast is here! In this episode of Homeless but Human, we interview our good friend, Chris, about how he would like to be treated in the midst of experiencing homelessness. He shares some simple conversation starters to make someone's day on the streets. Join us as we explore the call to serve the poor in our own communities and the power of relationships to bring about healing. ","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe first Christ in the City podcast is here! In this episode of Homeless but Human, we interview our good friend, Chris, about how he would like to be treated in the midst of experiencing homelessness. He shares some simple conversation starters to make someone\u0026#39;s day on the streets. Join us as we explore the call to serve the poor in our own communities and the power of relationships to bring about healing. \u003c/p\u003e","summary":"The first Christ in the City podcast is here! In this episode of Homeless but Human, we interview our good friend, Chris, about how he would like to be treated in the midst of experiencing homelessness. He shares some simple conversation starters to make someone's day on the streets. Join us as we explore the call to serve the poor in our own communities and the power of relationships to bring about healing. ","date_published":"2021-11-01T02:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/8837df82-c094-463a-a29c-3718ed6e1f73.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mp3","size_in_bytes":14035192,"duration_in_seconds":877}]},{"id":"4ae4edd7-bdab-4990-ad58-624e35a57acb","title":"Episode 0: Introducing: Homeless but Human","url":"https://homelessbuthuman.fireside.fm/0","content_text":"Mother Teresa said, _\"Many people talk about the homeless, but few talk to them.\" _Our desire is to educate even more people to understand the complexity of homelessness and to discover practical and relational solutions for real change. Join us as we answer common questions and hesitations about serving the poor. You’ll also have an opportunity to listen to the homeless and have a window into their lives. \n\nOur experience has proven that the deepest poverty of homelessness is sown in the heart long before someone becomes homeless. It’s an all-encompassing experience of being unknown, unloved, and unwanted. Society typically provides shelter, food, and other important, basic needs, but even these resources don’t seem to be enough to solve the deeper issue of homelessness. It’s not ONLY a problem of not having a house, money, or clean clothes. The root of the homelessness is ruptured relationships. \n\nBecause of this, Christ in the City missionaries walk regular street routes to encounter the homeless. They spend time learning people’s names and stories and return day after day. Over time, these encounters lead to genuine friendships, and trust is built. The disarming power of eye contact and a genuine smile could be all it takes to restore someone's hope in humanity and begin their journey toward healing. \n\nWe know it’s not comfortable to initiate a conversation with a homeless person you don’t know, especially at first. But you shouldn’t have to feel uncomfortable or confused about how to help. \n\nThat’s why, each year, the Christ in the City team reaches 17,000 people across the country with an approach that gets people out of the pews and into the streets to encounter their fellow man, seeing a person to be loved not a problem to be fixed. In that way, we can treat the root cause of homelessness, recognizing the deeper crisis of relationship, and treating it with the love and hope that comes from meaningful encounters and intentional friendships. What the homeless actually need is you. \n\nJust imagine— the impact it would make if that homeless person you pass had even just one friend who knew them by name and cared about them beyond just a passing handout. What difference would that make to that person, to you, and to your local community? And if more people joined together in this mission— what difference would we make to the world?","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eMother Teresa said, _\u0026quot;Many people talk about the homeless, but few talk to them.\u0026quot; _Our desire is to educate even more people to understand the complexity of homelessness and to discover practical and relational solutions for real change. Join us as we answer common questions and hesitations about serving the poor. You’ll also have an opportunity to listen to the homeless and have a window into their lives. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur experience has proven that the deepest poverty of homelessness is sown in the heart long before someone becomes homeless. It’s an all-encompassing experience of being unknown, unloved, and unwanted. Society typically provides shelter, food, and other important, basic needs, but even these resources don’t seem to be enough to solve the deeper issue of homelessness. It’s not ONLY a problem of not having a house, money, or clean clothes. The root of the homelessness is ruptured relationships. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of this, Christ in the City missionaries walk regular street routes to encounter the homeless. They spend time learning people’s names and stories and return day after day. Over time, these encounters lead to genuine friendships, and trust is built. The disarming power of eye contact and a genuine smile could be all it takes to restore someone\u0026#39;s hope in humanity and begin their journey toward healing. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe know it’s not comfortable to initiate a conversation with a homeless person you don’t know, especially at first. But you shouldn’t have to feel uncomfortable or confused about how to help. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat’s why, each year, the Christ in the City team reaches 17,000 people across the country with an approach that gets people out of the pews and into the streets to encounter their fellow man, seeing a person to be loved not a problem to be fixed. In that way, we can treat the root cause of homelessness, recognizing the deeper crisis of relationship, and treating it with the love and hope that comes from meaningful encounters and intentional friendships. What the homeless actually need is \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c/em\u003e. \u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJust imagine— the impact it would make if that homeless person you pass had even just one friend who knew them by name and cared about them beyond just a passing handout. What difference would that make to that person, to you, and to your local community? And if more people joined together in this mission— what difference would we make to the world?\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Welcome to Homeless but Human, a Christ in the City Podcast, where we talk about how to step out of your comfort zone and serve the poor wherever you live. Along the way, you will hear directly from our homeless friends as they embrace this platform to share their stories.","date_published":"2021-08-31T10:00:00.000-06:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/49bacb85-b27b-4963-9bdd-8044cd1cf096/4ae4edd7-bdab-4990-ad58-624e35a57acb.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":780665,"duration_in_seconds":97}]}]}