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  • Ep. 06 | Equipping the Local Church: Tools and Resources for Ministry pt. 2

    Ep. 06 | Equipping the Local Church: Tools and Resources for Ministry pt. 2
    2026/05/21
    In this second part of their conversation, the Church Engagement team explores the vital tools and training resources available to churches through MBCH. Lawrence spotlights "Stewards of Children," an eye-opening, evidence-informed program designed to equip adults with practical steps to prevent, recognize, and respond to child sexual abuse, building safer environments within congregations and homes. He also details the adult and pediatric CPR and first-aid training provided across a wide array of Missouri counties. Drew highlights the power of CarePortal, an online network that connects local churches with child welfare professionals to fulfill the tangible, immediate needs of families in their own communities—with the ultimate goal of keeping families together. Whether large or small, churches are encouraged to step forward, leverage their networks, and engage in these life-changing ministries to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families. The MBCH Podcast is dedicated to sharing inspiring stories, practical tools, and actionable ways for individuals and churches to support children and families throughout Missouri with hope, healing, and restoration. The program explores a wide range of topics, including foster care, adoption, CarePortal, and community partnerships. Designed to equip pastors, volunteers, and concerned citizens alike, the show focuses on turning compassion into action. By highlighting one church, one family, and one story at a time, the podcast encourages listeners to work together to make a lasting difference in their communities. Connect on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/mbch1886
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    29 分
  • Ep. 05 | Equipping the Local Church: Tools and Resources for Ministry

    Ep. 05 | Equipping the Local Church: Tools and Resources for Ministry
    2026/05/21
    In this episode, hosts Nate and Jasper shift the focus from history to contemporary ministry as they introduce the full-time MBCH Church Engagement team, welcoming specialists Lawrence Baker from St. Louis and Drew Nola from Kansas City. Lawrence, a longtime local pastor with 25 years of ministry experience, and Drew, a dedicated veteran and local sergeant in the Missouri Army National Guard, share their insights into what it means to equip and empower local congregations to support vulnerable families. Lawrence emphasizes that while MBCH plays a short-term, specialized role in a child's life, it is the local church that is designed to be a permanent, lifelong network of spiritual and relational support. They discuss a variety of free, impactful tools and training resources available to churches through MBCH—including a Bible study loan program, adult and pediatric CPR/First Aid certification, and specialized training in trauma-informed care—designed to help churches safely and effectively meet the unique needs of families right in their own neighborhoods. The MBCH Podcast is dedicated to sharing inspiring stories, practical tools, and actionable ways for individuals and churches to support children and families throughout Missouri with hope, healing, and restoration. The program explores a wide range of topics, including foster care, adoption, CarePortal, and community partnerships. Designed to equip pastors, volunteers, and concerned citizens alike, the show focuses on turning compassion into action. By highlighting one church, one family, and one story at a time, the podcast encourages listeners to work together to make a lasting difference in their communities. Connect on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/mbch1886
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    33 分
  • Ep. 04 | The Chafee Contract and Serving Older Youth in Missouri pt. 2

    Ep. 04 | The Chafee Contract and Serving Older Youth in Missouri pt. 2
    2026/05/21
    In this second part of their conversation, hosts Nate and Jasper continue their discussion with Lisa Lowrance and Ben Umble about MBCH’s newly awarded Chafee contract, which provides critical transition services for older youth leaving state custody. Ben shines a light on the Missouri State Youth Advisory Board—a unique, youth-led initiative that empowers young people to advocate for themselves and propose meaningful policy and legislative reforms directly to lawmakers at the state capital. Lisa and Ben share how inspiring it is to watch these youth present passionately from their own lived experiences. They also discuss practical ways local churches can get involved through "church hubs," emphasizing that providing consistent support, whether through financial partnerships, mentorship, or prayer, can profoundly change the trajectory of a young person's life. The MBCH Podcast is dedicated to sharing inspiring stories, practical tools, and actionable ways for individuals and churches to support children and families throughout Missouri with hope, healing, and restoration. The program explores a wide range of topics, including foster care, adoption, CarePortal, and community partnerships. Designed to equip pastors, volunteers, and concerned citizens alike, the show focuses on turning compassion into action. By highlighting one church, one family, and one story at a time, the podcast encourages listeners to work together to make a lasting difference in their communities. Connect on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/mbch1886
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    24 分
  • Ep. 03 | The Chafee Contract and Serving Older Youth in Missouri

    Ep. 03 | The Chafee Contract and Serving Older Youth in Missouri
    2026/05/20
    In this episode, hosts Nate and Jasper welcome Lisa Lowrance, Program Director, and Ben Umble, Chafee Supervisor, to discuss the newly awarded Chafee contract for the Southwest and Northwest regions of Missouri. Ben explains that the Chafee program is a federal initiative designed to help youth ages 14 through 22 transition successfully out of the foster care system by building independent living skills, career preparation, and healthy support networks. Lisa highlights the critical hurdles these older youth face, such as housing insecurity and transportation barriers. To overcome these challenges, Ben shares an exciting new proposal to develop "church hubs" across the state, which will equip local congregations with trauma-informed training to provide consistent, reliable mentorship and a loving support system for youth right in their own communities.
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    27 分
  • Ep. 02 | Britton Carter on Intentional Outreach pt. 2

    Ep. 02 | Britton Carter on Intentional Outreach pt. 2
    2026/05/20
    Part 2 of this premiere episode of the MBCH Podcast, hosts Nate Melton and Jasper Raines sit down with Britton Carter, the pastor of Fee Fee Baptist Church in Bridgeton, Missouri. Known as the oldest Protestant church still operating west of the Mississippi, Fee Fee Baptist has a rich history dating back to 1807. Britton shares how the church has maintained a 200-year legacy of "love in action" through consistent community service and creative outreach. The MBCH Podcast is dedicated to sharing inspiring stories, practical tools, and actionable ways for individuals and churches to support children and families throughout Missouri with hope, healing, and restoration. The program explores a wide range of topics, including foster care, adoption, CarePortal, and community partnerships. Designed to equip pastors, volunteers, and concerned citizens alike, the show focuses on turning compassion into action. By highlighting one church, one family, and one story at a time, the podcast encourages listeners to work together to make a lasting difference in their communities. Connect on Social Media https://www.facebook.com/mbch1886
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    27 分
  • Ep 01 | Pastor Britton Carter on Intentional Outreach

    Ep 01 | Pastor Britton Carter on Intentional Outreach
    2026/05/11

    In this premiere episode of the MBCH Podcast, hosts Nate Melton and Jasper Raines sit down with Britton Carter, the pastor of Fee Fee Baptist Church in Bridgeton, Missouri. Known as the oldest Protestant church still operating west of the Mississippi, Fee Fee Baptist has a rich history dating back to 1807. Britton shares how the church has maintained a 200-year legacy of "love in action" through consistent community service and creative outreach.

    The MBCH Podcast is dedicated to sharing inspiring stories, practical tools, and actionable ways for individuals and churches to support children and families throughout Missouri with hope, healing, and restoration. The program explores a wide range of topics, including foster care, adoption, CarePortal, and community partnerships.

    Designed to equip pastors, volunteers, and concerned citizens alike, the show focuses on turning compassion into action. By highlighting one church, one family, and one story at a time, the podcast encourages listeners to work together to make a lasting difference in their communities.

    Connect on Social Media

    https://www.facebook.com/mbch1886
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    24 分