Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

“Breaking the Cycle of Poverty” explores why poverty remains such a persistent problem in the United States and how individuals and organizations can help people secure economic independence and a higher quality of life.

Episodes

Mar 12, 2026

16 min

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height discusses meeting neighbors’ health care needs with Dr. Daniel O’Donnell, the head of Indianapolis’ emergency medical services, and Shane Hardwick, a paramedic who is a key member of Shepherd’s Shalom Project.

Mar 12, 2026

16 min

Feb 26, 2026

24 min

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height and Indianapolis police officer Adam Perkins discuss the Shalom Project and community policing.

Feb 26, 2026

24 min

Jan 22, 2026

26 min

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height and Clarence Certer, commissioner of Tennessee’s Department of Human Services, discuss how government agencies and nonprofits can collaborate effectively to assist people in need.

Jan 22, 2026

26 min

Dec 22, 2025

12 min

Shepherd Community Center’s Alan Southerland and Traders Point Christian Church lead pastor Aaron Brockett discuss the power of ministry partnerships.

Dec 22, 2025

12 min

Dec 11, 2025

11 min

Executive Director Jay Height explains how Shepherd’s partnership with Arbor Homes and others is meeting the need for affordable housing in Indianapolis.

Dec 11, 2025

11 min

Nov 28, 2025

11 min

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height discusses why gaps in SNAP benefits contribute to chronic hunger in Indianapolis.

Nov 28, 2025

11 min

Nov 13, 2025

13 min

Shepherd Community Center Chief Engagement Office Phil Edwards and Arsenal Technical High School teacher Tony Lamont discuss how Shepherd is working with the school to improve and protect students’ mental health.

Nov 13, 2025

13 min

Oct 30, 2025

11 min

Shepherd Community Center Director of Volunteer Engagement Donna Alexander explains how volunteers can serve their neighbors as Thanksgiving and Christmas draw near.

Oct 30, 2025

11 min

Sep 25, 2025

12 min

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height discusses the economic challenges that many Americans are now facing.

Sep 25, 2025

12 min

Sep 11, 2025

14 min

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height and Young Adult Coordinator David Martinez discuss how internships are building a new generation of ministry leaders.

Sep 11, 2025

14 min

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