“What would we let Jesus do?”

In Episode 63 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss how Jesus might be treated if he found himself on the street in modern-day Florida. The intersection of politics and religion as well as the irony often associated with them.

Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today.

To learn more or donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #wwjd #jesus #religion #politics

In Episode 62 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope presented by Imagine, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss what 2025 may look like for Matthew’s Hope and the guests they serve. From fears and concerns surrounding the implementation of Florida’s anti-camping law to expectations for the incoming administration, find out how these issues may impact you and your community.

Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties in order to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/ #homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #newyear #2025

“There’s nothing better than to see that light go back on in somebody’s life” ~Pastor Scott

In Episode 61 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Shelley share some of their most memorable, most challenging, and most inspiring stories from 2024. Guests that made an impact of them and their staff, guests they were able to make an impact on, and one particular guest that is about to take another huge step in their journey towards independence and self-sufficiency.

Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today.

To learn more or to donate, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness

“You came back.”

In Episode 60 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley share how their guests are sometimes surprised to see their mobile teams return and exclaim “you came back.”

During the Season of Giving many people are moved to give of their time, talents and treasures but once the new year begins most return to their normal routines. But the need of Matthew’s Hope and their guests continues throughout the year.

Building trust by learning their guests’ names and returning to help time after time after time is a fundamental part of the mission of Matthew’s Hope.

If you would like to become a sustaining donor, please visit: www.MatthewsHopeMinistries.org

Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today.

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #seasonofgiving #christmas

In Episode 59 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley describe some of the ways that you can help support their ministry during this Season of Giving. But more importantly, why they need support all throughout the year and not just during these few months when giving is on peoples' minds.

Plus, some of the challenges our area’s unhoused population will be facing during Florida’s Winter months and how you can help by donating specific items.

Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today.

For more information and to become a sustaining donor, please visit: www.matthewshopeministries.org

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #givingtuesday #seasonofgiving #winter #florida #unhouses

In Episode 58 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley discuss what Thanksgiving week looks like for many of the people they serve. The emotions of reconnecting briefly with family or the loneliness of not having anyone to share the holiday with. Learn how sometimes the families of the guests they serve aren’t even aware that their loved one is experiencing homelessness.

Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today.

To learn more or to offer a donation, please visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness #thanksgiving #unhoused

In Episode 56 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, Pastor Scott and Shelley introduce themselves and share what paths lead them to working together. Learn what inspired Pastor Scott to start Matthew’s Hope 14 years ago and what inspired Shelley to stop pursuing a career in law enforcement in favor of working with Scott.

Each week, Pastor Scott, Shelley and guests share their experiences from operating a homeless outreach in Florida's Orange and Brevard Counties to raise awareness and tackle some of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the homeless crisis in America today.

To learn more, visit: https://www.matthewshopeministries.org/

#homeless #homelessness #ministry #dignity #orangecounty #brevardcounty #crisis #homelessawareness