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Rescuers radio showChristian city convening organization – LaKisha DeonLaKisha Deon and her husband were living at an air force base in the United Kingdom 13 years ago when she felt a calling to join God in transforming cities around the world. Three years later when the couple moved to Arizona, she learned about 4Tucson, a nonprofit designed to unite and mobilize Christians as they addressed systemic problems in the city. Today, as the organization’s CEO, she oversees initiatives like the Adopta Program, a framework that makes it easy for individuals and organizations to collect items for specific needs around the city, ranging from hy...
2024-12-2626 min
4Tucson PodcastBuilding Bridges, Not Walls: A Discussion with Pastor Jon McLaneOn this episode, LaKisha interviews Pastor Jon McLane, the founder of Veteran Rescue
Mission. He tells the story about how he became involved in fighting for the struggling veterans
of our city, focused on getting them housed and supported. Pastor Jon has found interesting
ways to fund this mission and has worked at building bridges with others who share a similar
passion rather than walls. He has recently connected with and joined the 4Tucsonfamily. He will
be collaborating as part of the team that will continue working on creative solutions to solve the
systemic issue of limited attainable housing.
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2024-11-1842 min4Tucson PodcastCreatively Engaging Youth In Our Christian CommunityJennelle Lewis is a youth leader at Rising Star Baptist Church. She shares how they intentionally and creatively engage their youth within not only their church community, but also in their surrounding community. She describes how encouraging the youth to give back through activities teaches them to evangelize and witness to their friends. They are learning new skills and finding their purpose within the church.Jennelle will be the main speaker at the October 25th 4Tucson Breakfast, 8AM, at the Arizona Sands. She will have time to answer questions for those looking for creative ways to engage youth in...
2024-10-1034 min4Tucson PodcastLiving a Life that is GenerousWhat does it mean to live a generous life? Is this lifestyle dependent only on making a lot of money? During this podcast, LaKisha has a conversation with Bill Stevens of Generous Wealth Builders. They discuss Bill's passion around helping others learn and understand creative ways to be generous. They also discuss the program "Journey of Generosity" and how anyone can participate in this group in order to consider creative ways to instill a lifestyle of generosity within their life, family and business. Walking beside others as they step into this journey fits within the vision of 4Tucson, "To...
2024-09-1842 min4Tucson PodcastOwning The Lostness of Our CityThe collective group seeking to own the lostness in our city refuses to move fast. We are not willing to leave the impression that others are not welcome to link arms in the collective citywide Evangelism Teams. Listen as Jesse Northway from the City Gospel Movement explains why.
2024-08-1640 min4Tucson PodcastSupporting Educators in our CityIn this podcast, Lakisha introduces us to Karen Hills, who is a career educator experienced with multiple levels and positions. Recently retired, she joined 4Tucson as the Educational Liaison Volunteer after working with the Educational Taskforce for the past two years.
Karen describes her experience with feeling burnout and frustration as a teacher, "I felt like I was in a cage, but the door was never locked." She informs us on best practices that can support teachers/educators, including Teach 4 the Heart, educator support groups, and congregational prayer over the educators in our church communities.
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2024-08-0130 min4Tucson PodcastFostering Resilience: The Story of "Raising Highly Capable Kids"In this engaging episode of the 4Tucson podcast, LaKisha Deon, CEO of 4Tucson, dives deep into the inspiring work of Rezilient Kidz, an organization dedicated to serving communities and strengthening families. LaKisha sits down with Andrea Davis of Rezilient Kidz and Valarie Smith of Faith Christian Fellowship Tucson, two passionate advocates of healthy and resilient families. They discuss the mission and impact of the parenting program, "Raising Highly Capable Kids."
2024-06-2045 min4Tucson PodcastEmpowering Moms: Balancing Family, Faith, and Fun with Angie Northway from The MomCoWelcome back to another episode of 4Tucson Podcast! Today, we have a special treat for you as LaKisha 4Tucson sit down with Angie Northway, Mountain Network Manager for The MomCo.
In this episode, LaKisha and Angie share their experiences as moms and wives to husbands dedicate to fathering their children. They discuss the challenges they face and the joys they find in balancing family life with their God-giving passions.
They also dive into the unique opportunities that MomCo groups provides for moms to connect, support each other, and share the gospel. From playdates to Bible studies, The MomCo is...
2024-05-3047 min2024-05-1448 min4Tucson PodcastEmpowering Communities: Building Peace and Prosperity for All Generations | A Conversation with Brandi Champion, Director of House First in Tucsonhttps://4tucson.com
2024-04-1546 min4Tucson PodcastCommunity-Centric Leadership: A Conversation with LaKisha Deon and Pastor Andy LittletonJoin 4Tucson’s CEO LaKisha Deon and Pastor Andy Littleton of Mission Church Tucson in a thought-provoking interview as they delve into the community-centric approach practiced by Mission Church to lead people to God. Learn about Pastor Andy's participation in the 4Tucson Housing Taskforce delegation to the Community First Village in Austin, TX, and his significant involvement with the Surge Network and Infuse Tucson training. Gain insights into the innovative strategies and impactful initiatives that are shaping the mission-driven work of Mission Church and 4Tucson.
00:00-Introduction
3:00-Story of Mission Church Tucson
9:00-How Non Believers Ca...
2024-03-1356 min4Tucson PodcastHow Can We See Our City Align With God's WaysIn this episode 4Tucson CEO LaKisha Deon shares about impactful relationships that are leading to collaborative transformation for our community.
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2024-02-1446 min
Awareness 2 ActionRobin Blumenthal on ACEs and Connection in the time of COVIDIn this episode, we meet with Robin Blumenthal to discuss Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), the importance of connection, and coping in the time of COVID-19. Robin’s work caters to people of all ages, and her message feels particularly important in these challenging times.
Robin served as a Children’s and Family Pastor for over 25 years before learning about Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACES. Since diving into the world of ACES, Trauma, and Brain Development, Robin has made it her mission to share this life changing information with communities. Robin currently serves as the Education Domai...
2020-12-1546 min
Real Life with Dr. Deb WaterburyUnexpected Series: An unexpected moveDoes moving often make you feel unsure or on unsteady ground? Lakisha Deon sits down with Dr. Deb and discusses the challenges with moving unexpectedly.
SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 3:5-7, 1 Peter 5:6-7 ,10, Deuteronomy 31:6
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2020-05-2119 min
Real Life with Dr. Deb WaterburyBeing a Military MomMilitary mom, Lakisha Deon, sits down with Dr. Deb Waterbury as they discuss the unique challenges that military moms face. For more resources, visit www.DebWaterbury.com.
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2019-07-3023 min
Church SolutionsSolving Poverty in your City2017/12/05 ~ David Drum from 4Tucson talk with Steve and Phil about ways to overcome poverty in your city.
2017-12-0528 min