A Gritty Journey of Tex-Mex Theology with Alan Graham, Founder and CEO of Mobile Loaves & Fishes
The Power of a Little Kindness, with My Neighbor Howie
On this episode of the Gospel Con Carne podcast, Alan sits down with our neighbor and friend, Howie!
A talented musician and natural storyteller, Howie has lived a life full of unexpected turns. From playing in bands to serving in the Navy, his journey has taken him through seasons of change, hardship and perseverance.
After losing his job and home, Howie experienced homelessness in Austin for 17 years. During that time, he encountered the kindness of strangers and the unexpected connections that helped him along the way.
In 2021, Howie found his way to Community First! Village, where he now has a place to call home. His story is a reminder of how life can change in unexpected ways and how a little kindness can make a lasting difference.
From the Streets to a Life of Service, with My Neighbor John
On this episode of the Gospel Con Carne podcast, Alan sits down with our neighbor and friend, John, also known around the Village as Mighty Mouse!
From working carnival rides across Texas and beyond to earning his unforgettable nickname, John has lived a life full of adventure, stories and resilience.
John spent 26 years experiencing homelessness in Austin, including a number of years camping under a bridge and building community with other individuals who were living on the streets. Along the way, John says he found purpose in serving others, volunteering with a local street ministry and eventually beginning his work at The Charlie Center, where he continues to pour into the lives of others who are experiencing homelessness today.
In 2023, after more than two decades on the streets, John moved into Community First! Village. While adjusting to living in his new home took some time, he’s grateful for the journey, the people who helped him along the way, and also how having a place to call home has changed his outlook on life.
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About the Podcast
Each of us has a story to tell about who we are and how we got to where we are in life, and the element of community, whether you realize it or not, has played a vital part.
You alone have not just pulled yourself up by your bootstraps. Your path in life—your story—has been molded by other individuals along the way.
Hosted by Alan Graham, founder and CEO of Mobile Loaves & Fishes, the ‘Gospel Con Carne’ podcast explores the woundedness of society through the untold stories of individuals who have encountered homelessness. You’ll hear from men and women who lived on the streets for years or even decades, and other guests who, though never homeless, understand the profound impact of family and community on their lives.
Join Alan as he takes you on a gritty journey of Tex-Mex theology while unpacking poignant stories from the streets of life that will leave you with a new understanding of the significance of community and home.
Alan Graham is one of the country’s leading visionaries on issues involving homelessness. He’s also a pretty cool dude. Meet Your Host >
