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...
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From Church Hurt to God’s Divine Healing
The Living Well Podcast
In this inspiring episode, Stephen Chichester opens up about a pivotal moment in his life when he was ready to give up. Just when everything seemed hopeless, God stepped in with a powerful message: "I have plans for you. You will find joy in helping others through what you're going through right now." Join Stephen as he shares how his weaknesses became the catalyst for strength, purpose, and a new perspective on work and life. Tune in to hear how God’s plans for you can turn your struggles into the very thing that propels you toward fulfillment and joy. You are needed, and your journey is...
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A Family’s Journey Toward Overcoming Homelessness
The Living Well Podcast
In this moving episode, the Baugher family of Springfield, Missouri, shares their heart-wrenching journey from despair to redemption. Amid the weight of raising four children, sustaining a crumbling home remodeling business, and wrestling with the grip of addiction, their world teetered on collapse. But when darkness threatened to consume them, they found hope at City Union Mission. Through tear-soaked prayers, transformative programs, and unshakable community, healing began. Today, a father stands tall, sober and steadfast in a new job, while Natalia clutches keys to a car gifted by the...
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A Life Transformed
The Living Well Podcast
In this inspiring episode, Amber shares her powerful story of transformation through faith. As she turned her life over to God, Amber experienced His blessings and took on new responsibilities, becoming a leader and example to those around her. Through her unwavering faith, she discovered her own worth, found purpose in serving others, and saw doors open to new opportunities—a job, stable housing, and the love of her life. Tune in to hear how Amber’s journey is a testament to the power of faith and God's guiding hand.
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Hitting Rock Bottom
The Living Well Podcast
In this sincere episode, a young mother, Amber, opens up about her painful journey of seeking love and acceptance from the wrong places. From childhood to her struggles with addiction, she shares how a deep desire to be loved led her down a destructive path of drugs and alcohol. At 19, pregnant and hopeful that becoming a mother would finally make her feel wanted, she learned the hard way that true fulfillment only came when she found God in the most unexpected place—jail. Her story is one of redemption and the realization that only God's love can heal the deepest voids. Join us as we...
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From Rebellion to Redemption
The Living Well Podcast
In this powerful episode, Sheryl continues to share her journey through the darkest moments of her life, marked by chaos, loss, and despair. With the support of City Union Mission and her newfound faith in Christ, she began a profound transformation, rediscovering her worth and purpose. Tune in to hear her inspiring story of resilience, redemption, and the life-changing power of grace.
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A Journey Through ADHD, Misunderstanding, and Adversity
The Living Well Podcast
In this emotional first episode, Sheryl shares her journey of growing up with undiagnosed ADHD, facing constant misunderstanding, and struggling to meet expectations. Her story reveals the deep impact of feeling labeled and unworthy, leading to rebellion and self-doubt. Don’t miss this heartfelt and inspiring beginning to a story about resilience, self-discovery, and the enduring strength found in faith and perseverance.
info_outlineIn this powerful episode, Sheryl continues to share her journey through the darkest moments of her life, marked by chaos, loss, and despair. With the support of City Union Mission and her newfound faith in Christ, she began a profound transformation, rediscovering her worth and purpose. Tune in to hear her inspiring story of resilience, redemption, and the life-changing power of grace.