"My Faith tells me that people deserve a safe place to call home." ~ Rev. Mary Downey

In this week's episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott, Shelley and Tracy are joined by Reverend Mary Downey who is the Founder and CEO of Hope Partnership and is currently running for Osceola County Commissioner District 4. This is Part 2 with Mary and we encourage you to watch Part 1 as well.

This week's conversation focuses on Mary's political aspirations. Hear what inspired her to run for office, what principles guide her throughout her journey, and what she hopes to be able to accomplish if elected. Plus, Mary shares a thought-provoking explanation of the relationship between Church and State.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida

In this week's episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott, Shelley and Tracy are joined by Reverend Mary Downey who is the Founder and CEO of Hope Partnership and is currently running for Osceola County Commissioner District 4.

Mary discussed the role of the Church in addresses social issues like poverty and homelessness and points out where she feels they are falling short. She also details the mission of the Hope Partnership and stresses the importance of dignity and love in all they do. This is just Part 1 with Mary, be sure to watch next week for Part 2 where we will discuss what inspired her to run for office and what she hopes to accomplish if elected.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida

Can you imagine being involved in 2 car accidents in a single evening resulting in a traumatic brain injury that would forever alter your life's path?

In this episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott, Shelley, and Tracy are joined by Niki Wilkerson for our latest installment in our Real Faces of Homelessness series.

You will hear how Niki's entire life change following a tragic series of events one evening. Overnight she went from having a successful career and speaking several languages, to never being able to work again and relying on social services to survive. You will also learn her remarkable story of perseverance and resilience. Plus, why she feels society's definition of homelessness is outdated and missing the mark in many ways.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida

In this episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley explain all the details about their Sleeper Bus program which just rolled out into action.

You will learn why these buses are necessary, why they are a more viable option than building permanent structures, how the reservation system works, how many nights in a row a guest can sleep on the bus and how they arrived at that number. Plus, most importantly, you will hear what type of help they still need from the community to make this program a success.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida

In this episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Tracy and Pastor Scott are joined by Courtney Woolbright who is the Venue and Events Director for Matthew’s Hope and Trinity Oaks in addition to now also serving as an Advocate.

Courtney shares how her own views and ideas about those experiencing homelessness have radically changed since beginning to work directly with the guests of Matthew's Hope. Hear what Coutney thinks our society is lacking in regard to how we think about and treat those experiencing homelessness.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida

In this episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley are joined by Rob Rogers who has been volunteering with Matthew's Hope for three years.

Rob shares how his ideas about those experiencing homelessness have evolved thanks to his work at Matthew's Hope. He also speaks to how fulfilling it is to serve the guests of Matthew's Hope along with the other dedicated volunteers.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida

In this episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, you will hear part II of a special edition of our Real Faces of Homelessness Series featuring Pastor Scott himself.

This week you will hear how Pastor Scott emerged from homelessness to climb the corporate ladder, only to walk away from it to attend Seminary. Then learn how churches not stepping up to help the homeless the way he expected lead to him starting Matthew's Hope to help those that find themselves in the situation he once did.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida

In this episode of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, you will hear a special edition of our Real Faces of Homelessness Series featuring Pastor Scott himself.

Pastor Scott opens up about the two times in his life when he experienced homelessness. The emotions are very raw and very real and offer a glimpse into what drives him to do the work he does today with Matthew's Hope. Be sure to come back next week to hear Part II.

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.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #unhoused #florida