Jason Craig speaks with Lisa Chelsey, Director of Salvation Army in Dyersburg, TN. Salvation Army's mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet the needs of people with no discrimination. Lisa discusses the challenges of homelessness in Dyersburg and how their food pantry opens doors to those in need. She gives insight into the lack of a few root causes of homelessness, the traumas involved, and what it means to take the first step in asking for help. Lisa mentions their local supports, including the country mayor, Matthew 25:40, and Tennessee Homeless Solutions. Lisa shares about their impact as the only 100% volunteer-based Salvation Army location, beginning with a hug (salvationarmyusa.org).
Original airdate: 4/21/2024
Closer Look weblink may be shared or posted to social media and/or organization website, but audio may not be duplicated, altered, re-broadcast or streamed without prior approval. May not be used for organizational fundraising purposes. (Educational Media Foundation - All Rights Reserved)
Jason joined EMF in 2013 and covers portions of AR, LA, MO, MS, TN and TX including the major market of Houston.
