The Role of the Local Church in Lifting Children Up from Poverty

The Role of the Local Church in Lifting Children Up from Poverty

From Partners In The Gospel Podcast by Chris Gould

April 15, 2026 · 25 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the role of local churches in helping children escape poverty through the work of Compassion International.

The Role of the Local Church in Lifting Children Up from Poverty On today's program we have: Tim Glenn, Director of Global Public Relations for Compassion International. Compassion International is a Christian child development ministry dedicated to releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name. They care for vulnerable children with programs delivered through local churches in their communities. By hearing the gospel and receiving medical checkups, nutrition support and other critical care, children are empowered to overcome poverty and help others do the same. -> Sponsor a Child or donate in others ways! Visit Website. To contact Tim or more information about Compassion International, visit: www.Compassion.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Chris Gould

Guest: Tim Glenn

Topics covered

  • local church
  • poverty
  • child development
  • Christian ministry
  • community support

Keywords

  • local church
  • poverty
  • Compassion International
  • child development
  • Christianity
  • community care
  • nutrition support

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Compassion International

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