215: Helping Others While Also Experiencing Uncertainty with Captains Nick and Becky Helms

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Last week, we explored what home means—those mental souvenirs we collect, the everyday moments that make a space our own, and the devastating impact when that sanctuary is suddenly gone. We heard about The Salvation Army's immediate response to the wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles communities.

Understanding, of course, things are changing quickly on the ground—as of this recording, The Salvation Army is serving at multiple area evacuation shelters, meeting physical needs and emotional and spiritual care, or what we like to call a “ministry of presence.”

In Pasadena, California, Captains Nick and Becky Helms are adapting to a new kind of ministry.

Like many in their congregation, they were forced to evacuate with their four children as the fires approached. As both residents and spiritual leaders in the community, they have a unique perspective on what it means to help others while experiencing the same uncertainty themselves.

They join us to share their story and help us understand how we can support those who have lost not just their stuff, but their home.

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