Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

What about my future?

Jay Height concludes the exploration of 10 essential assets for breaking free of poverty with a discussion of the importance of being future oriented and why acquiring enough money to meet basic needs is increasingly difficult but necessary for sustained self-sufficiency.

Why learning to advocate for yourself is essential for breaking out of poverty

Jay Height continues the conversation about the 10 assets that Shepherd Community Center’s leadership has identified as essential for a person to leave poverty behind permanently.  This episode focuses on the importance of being able to advocate for yourself as well as the need to understand and function in the mainstream culture.

Why strong, healthy relationships are an essential asset in gaining self-sufficiency

Jay Height explores why strong relationships are a critical asset for people to rise out of poverty.

How a puppet – yes, we said, puppet – is helping to inform and inspire kids at Shepherd

Steve Pennington, who provides a unique ministry and service in the community and at Shepherd Community Center, joins Executive Director Jay Height to discuss how he uses the art of puppetry to teach and inspire children.

Why faith in God is essential for a life filled with hope

Jay Height explores why a personal faith in God is a critical asset for people to rise out of poverty.

These 10 assets are essential for families to thrive

Executive Director Jay Height discusses the personal assets that the Shepherd Community Center team has identified as essential for people to possess to break out of poverty and gain a sustainable level of independence.

Why is it so hard to break free from poverty?

Jay Height explores misconceptions and myths about poverty in the United States.

How a bag of groceries made an eternal difference

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height discusses how doing ministry with neighbors can break down barriers and foster life-changing relationships.

Why Christians and the church are still essential in our society

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height explains why churches and Christians have essential roles in a healthy society despite the trend toward secularism.

How to live a life filled with thanksgiving

Jay Height discusses how we can approach life with gratitude and thankfulness even in difficult times.