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Wheeler Mission opened its doors in 1893 and has been serving individuals experiencing homelessness, hunger, and addiction ever since. Wheeler is a remarkable example of a comprehensive, strategic ministry that is impacting its city and state; and its programs include homeless services, residential programs, addiction recovery, and social enterprises. The ultimate goal? To point people to Jesus. In this interview, I talked with Rick Alvis (President and CEO) and Terrence Harper (Chief Program Officer for Men) about the story, strategy, and impact of Wheeler Mission.
Key Takeaways:
- The remarkable history of Wheeler Mission and its impact on central and south central Indiana.
- How Wheeler implements this sision: “To see every man, woman, and child we serve equipped to be productive citizens who enjoy lasting success in Christ.”
- Some of the recent and pressing developments in the areas of homeless services, addiction recovery, and social enterprises.
- Wheeler’s strategic process for ministering to women and children in crisis.
- How Wheeler ministers to men in crisis and walks them through addiction recovery to success in relationships and the marketplace.
- Wheeler’s remarkable partnership with the City of Indianapolis during the pandemic.
- How local churches and individual Christians can assist Wheeler’s ministry and the ministry of similar ministries around the country.