Finding family through service, and learning more about the Karen population in Minnesota
Jesse Phenow thought he was volunteering to help a refugee family. Instead, he became part of their family.
In this episode, Jesse shares how one college volunteer opportunity grew into lifelong friendships, living with a refugee family in St. Paul, humanitarian work in war-torn Myanmar, and ultimately founding The Urban Village to serve Karenni youth in St. Paul.
Along the way, he reflects on violence, faith, empathy, and why following Jesus often begins with one simple decision: moving toward people instead of away from them.
This is a conversation about compassion, courage, and discovering…
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