Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions

In this episode of Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions, Host Jeff Gilman (Executive Director of RGM) talks with Max Bretske, Redwood Gospel Missions Coffee Roasting Program Manager, about the early days of the program, coffee bean grading/selection and his roasting process. The pair also discuss incorporating those in recovery, Land & Water Coffee, developing relationships and how...

In this episode of Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions, part two of Host Jeff Gilman’s (Executive Director of RGM) sit down with Santa Rosa Police Chief John Cregan. The two talk about challenges in balancing compassion with public safety, legal hoops, changing policies, call volume, inRESPONSE’s limitations, areas of concern & Measure O funding. Wondering what to do when you enco...

In this episode of Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions, Host Jeff Gilman (Executive Director of RGM) sits down with Santa Rosa Police Chief John Cregan, to talk about his law enforcement career, growing up in Louisiana, his educational background, serving on the NAMI Board of Directors and in RESPONSE. The two also discuss SRPD’s collaborative approach to mental health episodes and co...

In this episode of Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions, Host Jeff Gilman (Executive Director of RGM) welcomes back James King (Director of Industrial Ministries at RGM) to talk about key relationships throughout his recovery, rebuilding his relationship with his wife and learning to navigate emotions in recovery. Click  HERE  to learn about ways to Get Involved.   

In this episode of Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions, Host Jeff Gilman (Executive Director of RGM) speaks with James King (Director of Industrial Ministries at RGM) about his background, searching for a sense of validation, his drug usage, his arrival at the mission and the moment that brought him closer to God. In addition, James opens up about his journey through the program, his...

In this episode of Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions, Host Jeff Gilman (Director of RGM) speaks with Christian Crossland (Guest Services Manager of RGM) about what a guest services manager does, the transitional savings program, how it affects peoples lives, various shelters offered and the types of people they serve. The two talk talk about Christian’s background, attending bible c...

In this first episode of Real Change presented by Redwood Gospel Missions, Host Jeff Gilman (Director of RGM) talks with McKenzie High (Director of Shelter & Recovery Ministries for RGM) about who they aim to serve, McKenzie’s journey, the stigma of homelessness, reconnection with family and creating stability. The two also discuss the mission of Redwood Gospel Missions, mobilizing the communi...