Shoes Make Hope Shine With Shawn Spurrier
Faith & Finance with Rob West
When you leave the house, one of the last things you do is something you take entirely for granted— putting on a pair of shoes. Millions of children in dozens of countries worldwide lack shoes, so that simple act isn't possible. Shawn Spurrier joins us today to discuss how you can help. Shawn Spurrier is the Director of Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls at Buckner International, an underwriter of Faith & Finance.
Show Notes
What does Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls do?
They are Buckner International's largest humanitarian aid project. Their mission is to follow Jesus' example by serving vulnerable children, families, and seniors. One way they do that is through partnerships like Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls, where they come alongside believers in churches, businesses, and families throughout the U.S. to provide new shoes for children worldwide.
Why are shoes important for health, education, and opportunity, especially in underdeveloped countries?
Children can't go to school without shoes in many countries where they work, so Buckner promotes education by providing that gift. Additionally, wearing shoes makes many foot-borne illnesses in some communities entirely preventable.
Many of the shoes they distribute also allow Buckner ministries to meet and come alongside children and families in their community, providing redemptive ministry for them.
How do shoes pave the way for sharing the Gospel?
Every pair of shoes is an opportunity to directly connect with the child and let them know they're loved, cared for, and not forgotten by us or God. Additionally, every pair of shoes will have an encouraging note to them, often expressing the love of Christ for them.
Every pair of shoes is often the start of a relationship between the recipient and Buckner ministries where Christ-centered redemptive ministry is being done.
How can people get involved with Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls?
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