Integrating the Love of Christ: Serving the Unsheltered with Fred Teague | S2 Ep2 (2025)

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In this episode of the Closer to Jesus podcast, I sit down with Fred Teague, mayor of Russellville and co-founder of the inspiring nonprofit organization, The Russ Bus. Mayor Teague shares his incredible journey of faith, service, and community transformation, focusing on helping those experiencing homelessness.
We dive into:
-The story of how The Russ Bus grew from a borrowed church van into a multi-facility outreach serving countless individuals and families.
-Practical ways to build relationships with unsheltered individuals while maintaining safety and compassion.
-The role of faith in creating sustainable change and addressing systemic challenges like affordable housing, mental health, and poverty.
🌟 Key takeaways include:
-How to integrate the love of Christ into action and make a tangible impact.
-The importance of community and relationships in breaking cycles of homelessness.
-Inspirational stories of lives transformed through faith and perseverance.
Join us for a heartwarming and thought-provoking conversation about being the hands and feet of Jesus in our communities.
To learn more about "The Russ Bus" click here: https://www.therussbus.org/
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