Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

“Breaking the Cycle of Poverty” explores why poverty remains such a persistent problem in the United States and how individuals and organizations can help people secure economic independence and a higher quality of life.

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September 25, 2025 12 mins

Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height discusses the economic challenges that many Americans are now facing.

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Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height and Young Adult Coordinator David Martinez discuss how internships are building a new generation of ministry leaders.

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Shepherd Executive Director Jay Height and McKenzie Scott Lewis, senior director of Congregations with Communities, discuss how churches can engage with their communities in ways that make a lasting difference.

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Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height and McKenzie Scott Lewis, senior director of Congregations with Communities, discuss how mentors helped to shape Lewis’ call into ministry.

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Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height and historian Dan Miller discuss how the Christian view of compassion has shaped American history and our social safety net.

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Executive Director Jay Height talks about Shepherd Community Center’s celebration of 40 years in ministry with plans to build a health and wholeness center, expand its school, and build new affordable housing.

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Executive Director Jay Height discusses how Shepherd Community Center is helping families ensure that children are safe, learning and receiving necessities like food this summer.

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Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height discusses how cuts to social service programs like Medicaid and food stamps will harm neighbors living in poverty.

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Shepherd Community Center’s Chief Learning Officer Tim Streett and Redeemer Presbyterian lead pastor Charles Anderson discuss how Christians can interact with love and kindness for their neighbors, friends, families and coworkers during a time of deep political polarization and tension.

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Dr. Ben Carson, the famed neurosurgeon and former secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, discusses how ministries can help lift people out of poverty during his visit to Shepherd Community Center.

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Executive Director Jay Height and Chief Engagement Officer Phil Edwards discuss Shepherd’s collaboration with Indianapolis Public Schools to reduce students’ stress and anxiety.

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Executive Director Jay Height and Phil Edwards, Shepherd’s chief engagement officer, discuss an innovative program the ministry has launched to improve students’ mental health at an Indianapolis high school.

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Executive Director Jay Height talks about key lessons he’s learned about serving in ministry during 30 years at Shepherd.

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Executive Director Jay Height and Tim Streett, Shepherd’s chief learning officer, discuss why building strong relationships is essential for helping neighbors break the cycle of poverty.

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Executive Director Jay Height and recently retired Grace Church teaching pastor Tim Ayres discuss how Christian leaders can thrive in ministry for decades.

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Executive Director Jay Height and recently retired Grace Church teaching pastor Tim Ayres discuss how Christian leaders can thrive in ministry for decades.

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Executive Director Jay Height discusses plans to celebrate Shepherd Community Center’s 40th anniversary in 2025.

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Executive Director Jay Height reviews the triumphs and challenges of 2024, including an increase in neighbors struggling with the high cost of necessities.

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Executive Director Jay Height discusses opportunities to serve as Shepherd prepares to help our neighbors celebrate the holidays.

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Executive Director Jay Height discusses Shepherd Community Center’s history and its future as the ministry prepares to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its launch.

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