A 30,000-Foot View
The Living Well Podcast
In this episode of Living Well, guest host Brad Burrow sits down with Phillip Garvin, Clinical Director at City Union Mission, and Dinae Chichester, Health Services Coordinator and Supervisor, for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to support men and women experiencing homelessness and deep trauma. Together, they offer a unique behind-the-scenes look at City Union Mission’s integrated approach to care—where clinical counseling, health services, and spiritual restoration come together to meet the full needs of the individual. Learn how the mission’s “BEST BET”...
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Hope, Called to Care
The Living Well Podcast
In this episode of The Living Well, we talk with Dinae Chichester, Health Services Coordinator at City Union Mission, about her journey from forensic nursing in a hospital setting to providing trauma-informed care within a homeless ministry. Dinae shares how her passion for serving vulnerable populations, including survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking, led her to the Mission. She discusses the deep connection between trauma and homelessness, the importance of faith in the healing process, and her vision for expanding health services to meet urgent needs with...
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Hope, Hospitality & Transformation
The Living Well Podcast
In this powerful episode of The Living Well podcast, host Brad Burrow sits down with Lynn Johnson, CEO of City Union Mission, for a deeply moving and inspiring conversation about transformation, hope, and purpose. Lynn shares his personal journey into a life of service, the heart behind City Union Mission's work, and how the organization continues to offer more than just shelter, it offers true redemption through the love of Christ. From emergency services to long-term recovery and prevention programs, Lynn walks us through the Mission’s life-changing efforts to help the homeless...
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Healing the Whole Person
The Living Well Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Philip Garvin, Clinical Director at City Union Mission, to explore how trauma, faith, and love intersect to bring healing and transformation to those experiencing homelessness. Philip shares what it means to lead with compassion, how trauma impacts the mind and soul, and why long-term recovery takes both clinical care and the Gospel.
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Restoring Lives: The City Union Mission Approach
The Living Well Podcast
In this episode we talk with Jenna Garvin, Vocational Development Supervisor and Stephen Chichester, Men’s Ministry Director from City Union Mission about their life-changing work with homeless men in Kansas City. They share how education, career development, trauma recovery, and faith come together to restore lives. As homeless men progress through the programs at City Union Mission, they receive vocational training and financial education designed to prepare them for lasting success. You’ll hear powerful stories, bust common myths about homelessness, and learn how personalized care and...
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When Faith Meets the Front Lines of Homelessness
The Living Well Podcast
In this inspiring episode, we talk with a longtime volunteer and board member, Diane Calhoon, about her 17-year journey serving at City Union Mission. What started as a simple “yes” to God turned into a life of teaching, mentoring, and loving people through some of their darkest seasons. She shares powerful transformation stories, the importance of addressing both physical and spiritual needs, and the growing challenges missions face today. Through it all, one thing remains clear: when Christ is at the center, lives—and generations—can be changed.
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When Community Steps In
The Living Well Podcast
In this inspiring episode of The Living Well Podcast, host Brad Burrow sits down with Danni Boatwright and Dayton Moore—two bold voices for lasting change through City Union Mission. Danni opens up about her family’s personal journey through addiction and homelessness, while Dayton shares his perspective on leading with integrity and investing in people. Together, they offer a candid, hope-filled look at how faith and compassion can transform lives and cities.
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Hopelessness to Healing
The Living Well Podcast
In this episode of Living Well by City Union Mission, host Stephen Chichester talks with Red, a graduate of the Christian Life Program. Once homeless, battling stage four cancer, and wrestling with disbelief, Red shares how his life was transformed by God’s grace. Now pursuing a career in emergency nursing, his story is one of hope, resilience, and redemption. Listen in and be inspired by this powerful testimony.
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From Recovery to Service
The Living Well Podcast
Join us as we chat with Anthony Mills, the Care Center Team Leader, and Amanda Greene, the Administrator at the L Minor Care Center, about their inspiring journeys of recovery and their work supporting others. Anthony shares his story of overcoming addiction and homelessness through the mission’s Christian Life Program, while Amanda emphasizes the importance of grace, mercy, and accountability in the recovery process. Together, they offer a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and rewards of working in a care center and how faith and community help transform lives. Tune in for an...
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From Struggle to Strength
The Living Well Podcast
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Josh and Amanda, two very dedicated employees from City Union Mission’s, L Minor Care Center (LMCC), to hear their inspiring stories of resilience, faith, and service. Josh, once a guest of the mission, now uses his own experiences to help others on their journey to recovery. Amanda, the LMCC’s administrator, brings her military background and faith-driven leadership to a team that works tirelessly to support individuals facing extreme challenges. Together, they share the impact of providing a safe space for people in crisis, focusing on both...
info_outlineWelcome to The Living Well Podcast by City Union Mission! Hosted by Dr. Terry Megli, this isn’t just another podcast, it’s your front-row seat to stories that will move, challenge, and inspire you. Each episode dives deep into the incredible journeys of individuals who have overcome immense challenges through the life-transforming programs of City Union Mission. Dr. Megli goes one-on-one with participants to uncover powerful, first-hand accounts of transformation and hope. These aren’t just stories, they’re living proof of resilience, second chances, and the extraordinary power of the Gospel.
From struggles to triumphs, heartbreak to breakthroughs, you’ll witness the real impact of compassion and support in action. Tune in, and let these incredible journeys remind you of the power and hope that is found in Christ.
This is The Living Well Podcast… where every story is a testament to new beginnings.