My Interview with Frank Murphy

My Interview with Frank Murphy

Frank Murphy of WNOX 93.1 radio asked to interview me about our Bridge Ministry last week. It aired on WNOX on Sunday. Originally it was intended to be a 15 minute interview, but Frank decided to extend it to 30 minutes....
Feeding the Homeless. Finding God.

Feeding the Homeless. Finding God.

Our Bridge Ministry meets monthly at the Knox Area Rescue Ministries courtyard to serve hot dogs and other snacks to about 200 guests who are experiencing poverty and/or homelessness. We generally have about 30-40 volunteers who assist with this effort. The reflection...
Showers to the People

Showers to the People

Keeping clean is a need we all have and most of us take our daily shower for granted. We step into the shower as part of our morning or evening routine without thinking much about it. For many of our homeless brothers and sisters this is simply not the case....
Deacon Jim’s Rehab Fund Recap

Deacon Jim’s Rehab Fund Recap

On Sunday, Feb. 21, I was inspired to ask Deacon Tim Elliott, Director of Deacons for the Diocese of Knoxville, about the possibility of starting a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for Deacon Jim Lawson’s rehab expenses. He liked the idea but wanted to obtain...
Hygiene Kits for the Homeless

Hygiene Kits for the Homeless

Next week a group of Knights of Columbus and other friends will bring sandwiches and coffee down under the bridge on N. Broadway in Knoxville. We plan to do this monthly as we continue to learn of other ways to serve those persons who are experiencing...
A Christmas Blessing: Feeding the Homeless

A Christmas Blessing: Feeding the Homeless

On North Broadway St. in Knoxville, next to the Salvation Army, is a large area under the bridge where I-40 passes over the street and surrounding area. The overpass provides shelter for hundreds of Knoxville’s homeless. There are several “camps” of...