John Ashmen, CEO of Citygate Network, works tirelessly leading the association that brings aid, respite, and relief to millions of homeless across America. John is also well-recognized as the author of Invisible Neighbors, deemed by many to be the ultimate guide to faith-based service and meaningful engagement with the poor. Each year the Citygate Network serves approximately 66 million meals, provides more than 20 million nights of shelter and housing, assists over 45,000 people find employment, and provides clothing for more than 750,000 people. Notably, the organization also graduates nearly 17,000 men and women annually from addiction programs into productive living. Tune in to hear the inspirational efforts and faith-based services that this remarkable organization provides with the help of over 300 missions and ministries across the country.

One of our own social work alumni, John Ashmen ’74, president of City Gate Network, joins the podcast for some education on the Rescue Mission concept and how Christians can make wise choices in providing help that really does help.

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One of our own social work alumni, John Ashmen ’74, president of City Gate Network, joins the podcast for some education on the Rescue Mission concept and how Christians can make wise choices in providing help that really does help.

The post Cairn 10: On A Mission (with John Ashmen) appeared first on Cairn University.

John Ashmen, the President of the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions, shares how he came to faith through the ministry of his parents and how that propelled him into a lifelong passion for ministry himself! Tune in next week for Part 2 of our interview!