Our Community, Our Mission

Everybody deserves somebody! Lynn Johnson served as the Assistant Secretary of the Administration for Children & Families at the Department of Health & Human Services, and now oversees her own non-profit, All In Fostering Futures. In this episode, hear her heart for giving proper care and resources to youth who have aged out of the foster care system, as well as the importance of the Churc...

Revisiting the past! In part 2 of this series, Barry reflects on the unchanging heart of the Board of Directors from when he first started 36 years ago, and what the 4 "P's" of a great Board are. Hear what Barry has learned from failure and the importance of waiting before reacting, and learn what the greatest piece of advice he has gained over the years. To learn more about TRM Min...

Past, present, and future! Dive into the first part of this new series, hearing some of the miraculous stories from Barry's early years as TRM's Executive Director, learning about our current endeavors to bring hope to those in need, and discovering what's on the horizon for La Manda and her desire to help our guests, staff, volunteers and supporters know that they matter! To learn...

In this episode, Miriam Krehbiel, Senior Director of Supportive Services, interviews Barry and La Manda about the recent announcement of Barry passing the torch of Executive Director to La Manda, God's guidance that led to this time of transition, and the importance of following where the Lord leads. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message...

In this episode, we visit with Kay Ireland, Director of Distribution Services, and Mike Schoettle, Assistant Director of Distribution Services, about how their team serves the community, the importance of building relationships, and how your donation can help change the trajectory of someone's future. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Messag...

In this episode, we visit with Reden & Dina Jalosjos, about their journey from the Philippines to Topeka, their growing construction and property management business, and their desire to bless those in need by providing affordable housing. To get in contact with Reden, call: 816-718-4936 or email: redenconstruction@gmail.com To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click...

In this episode, Barry, La Manda, Miriam, and Kaillee, discuss the importance of caring for our  employees and volunteers, what that looks like in different capacities, and ways of building joy and comradery in what can be a difficult job. Also, hear about how our Outreach Team is helping our unsheltered friends prepare for the upcoming winter blast.  To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here...

In this episode we visit with Shawnee County District Attorney, Mike Kagay, about what led him to become a prosecutor, his desire to help preserve innocence, as well as his heart for the most vulnerable. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with Doug Hinkle and Doug Burleigh about their work with important leaders across the globe and the importance of relational, not transactional, connection! Jesus Changes Everything - by Doug Burleigh To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with Terry Hund, Senior Director of Human Trafficking Intervention, and Rachel Flenniken, Human Trafficking Interventions Strategic Development  Coordinator, about how they work to help victims of human trafficking know that they are created in the image of God. Also, hear some of Rachel's own story of coming out of trafficking and how God is using her to help others...

In this episode, Barry, La Manda, and Miriam take a look back at the challenges and successes of 2021 while also looking forward to the future for 2022! To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with Chris Wagner, Topeka Public Schools Child Nutrition Specialist, about his heart to make sure kids don't go hungry and his faith that leads him. As well as visit with a very special Holiday guest that he knows well! To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode we visit with Christian Stringfellow, Director of Men's Services, and Debra Sabb, Director of Hope Center, to take a behind the scenes look at TRM's Shelter Services, hear some of the difficult decisions that have to be made, as well as the greatest joys that come from the work being done. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us...

In this episode, we visit with Topeka Public School's Director of Instructional Services and TRM Board Member, Dr. Aarion Gray, to hear about his extensive background in education, his work with the TRM board, and his heart in wanting people to know that they matter! To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with Kim Williams-Gaston, Valeo Behavioral Health Care's HOPE Team Leader, and Jenny Falk, Senior Director of Homeless Outreach & Director of MAP Operations, about stories from outreaching the homeless, the value of knowing people by name, and the difference collaboration makes in reaching those in need! To learn more about Valeo, Click Here! To learn more about...

In this episode, we visit with Erika McNeill,  Engagement Coordinator for Envista Credit Union, about the Envista Cares Challenge, how it helps organizations in the community, and the importance of knowing others are there to provide support in the work being done. TRM will be featured on the Envista Cares Challenge in December 2021. Visit envistacares.com to learn more! To learn more about TRM Mi...

In this episode, we visit with our friends from United Way, Jessica Lehnherr (CEO) and Brett Martin (Vice President of Community Impact) about what the Christmas Bureau is, how it helps families in need for the holidays, and how those opportunities can be a catalyst to something bigger. To learn more about United Way, Click Here! To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Clic...

In our 100th episode, we visit with TRM's new Assistant Director of Street Reach, Holton Witman, about his journey leading up to working at TRM and his continued desire to serve the homeless. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with two of our Facilities & Security staff, Keegen Funnell & Marcus Molinar, about their critical work that keeps the Mission operating, their stories that brought them here, and the joy that they bring everyday. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with Matt Baldwin from Valeo Behavioral Health Care, and Dr. Allison Crow, volunteer veterinarian, about their work caring for our unsheltered friend's pets, their partnership with Street Dog Coalition, and how pet care can lead to deeper trust to get the unsheltered the help they need. To learn more about Street Dog Coalition and donate: Click Here! To learn more ab...

In this episode we visit with Brian Chandler and Dan Nordblad from Seattle's Union Gospel Mission about their research project of other missions across America, why they picked TRM,  and how the Love of Jesus is what motivates us all to do what we do. To learn more about Seattle Union  Gospel Mission, Click Here! To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send...

In this episode we visit with Marissa Dake and Kourtney Barr about their amazing opportunity to take what we learned through Operation Food Secure and share its impact on our community to those on The Hill. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with Mike Rinehart, Treasurer of the TRM Board of Directors, about his story and heart in coming on the TRM board, as well as his desire to seek where the Lord is leading to be good stewards with what has been provided for TRM. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!

In this episode, we visit with Tim Hughes, Lead Pastor of Grace Point Church, about their involvement with TRM and the Mobile Access Partnership Program, their work serving alongside other organizations to make an impact in the community, and their desire to share the Love of Christ with everyone! To learn more about Grace Point Church, Click Here! To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! T...

In this episode, we visit with Chef Sean Hall and Chef Sally Herrera from the TRM Food Services Program to learn about the art of culinary arts and how food can be a wonderful vehicle to gaining common ground with people. To learn more about TRM Ministries: Click Here! To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!