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/

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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/

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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

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

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

In Episode 33 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss situations where helping hurts. Pastor Scott reminds us that doing the wrong thing for the right reasons is still the wrong thing.

Also hear about Shelley’s recent promotion and how her role will change as Matthew’s Hope continues to grow and expand out of necessity.

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

In Episode 32 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott is joined by Nicole Wilson, the current Orange County District 1 Commissioner and Deputy Mayor as well as Austin Arthur who is currently running for that same position.

Both of our guests were asked the same questions, and the topics included their reaction to the new “anti-camping law” here in Florida, their awareness of the homeless crisis affecting our area and their ideas to help tackle the growing problem.

In Part II, Nicole Wilson is our guest.

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

In Episode 31 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott is joined by Nicole Wilson, the current Orange County District 1 Commissioner as well as Austin Arthur who is currently running for that same position.

Both of our guests were asked the same questions and the topics included their reaction to the new “anti-camping law” here in Florida, their awareness of the homeless crisis affecting our area and their ideas to help tackle the growing problem.

In Part I, Austin Arthur is our guest. Stay tuned for the next episode which will feature Nicole Wilson.

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