Leona Sullivan, one of the founders, and Amy Bartels Roe, the executive director of Mustard Seed Shelter, a resource for women and children experiencing homelessness. Based in Saginaw, Mustard Seed provides a supportive environment for guests to rebuild their lives, offering help with life skills, housing assistance, and opportunities for healing from traumas and substance misuse. The shelter operates under the principle of 'radical hospitality', ensuring every guest receives new belongings and is treated with dignity.
Amy and Leona also discuss some upcoming fundraising events for Mustard Seed.
Links:
The Mustard Seed Shelter Website: https://themustardseedshelter.org/
Upcoming Events: https://themustardseedshelter.org/events/
Show Notes:
00:00 Warning and Personal Story
01:10 The Mustard Seed: A Place of Hope
02:43 The Mustard Seed: A Closer Look
09:03 The Founding of Mustard Seed
04:45 The Journey of Mustard Seed
08:29 Amy's Involvement with Mustard Seed
10:51 The Unique Approach of Mustard Seed
18:21 Transitioning from Mustard Seed
14:46 The Role of Mental Health and Trauma
15:23 The Importance of Time in Recovery
16:23 Funding and Support
18:26 The Importance of a Comfortable Living Space
19:40 Community Support and Sponsorships
23:47 Upcoming Events and Ways to Help
