In this episode, Clay sits down with Josie Perez, a 15-year-old who has been a part of the Metro family for her entire life. Growing up in a faith-centered environment, she experienced firsthand the impact of community outreach programs, summer camps, and church services. Despite facing personal struggles, she has emerged as a strong leader among her peers, using her experiences to inspire and support others. Today, she continues her journey by volunteering at camps and being involved in youth worship, demonstrating her commitment to faith and service.

Josie’s story is one of resilience. She grew up attending sidewalk church services at Dallas Metro and summer camps, where she first encountered faith in a meaningful way. As she got older, she became more involved in youth camps, finding strength in worship and the support of her community. However, challenges at home made her withdraw, struggling to balance her personal pain with her desire to protect her younger sister. During this time, she distanced herself from others and even from God.

The turning point in Josie’s life came at a recent youth camp, where she experienced a powerful renewal of faith. She realized that despite the hardships, she needed God more than ever. That moment of surrender transformed her perspective, and she fully embraced her faith once again. Now, Josie is not only a participant but also a leader, stepping up to help guide younger generations. She has taken on a role in the church’s worship team and serves as a mentor for younger children at camps, proving that through faith and perseverance, one can overcome even the most difficult seasons of life.

Josie’s journey is a testament to the impact of faith-based outreach programs. Her story is just one of many, and as we look to the future, we invite you to be part of our mission to reach and support more young lives. Visit DallasMetro.org to learn more about how you can get involved in making a difference today. Be sure to like and subscribe to this podcast for more inspiring stories like Josie's!

In this episode, Pastor Clay sits down with Tito (Juan) Armendariz grew up in Dallas, Texas, surrounded by a strong, faith-driven family. His grandparents played a significant role in shaping his beliefs, modeling a deep relationship with God. Though his school friends call him Juan, the nickname “Tito” stuck after a young cousin mispronounced “Juanito.” Now in eighth grade, Tito has been involved with Dallas Metro since childhood, first attending their sidewalk programs and later participating in summer and youth camps, where he strengthened his faith and built lasting connections.

For much of his childhood, Tito struggled to understand the challenges happening within his family. When his parents separated, he initially blamed himself, withdrawing from others and battling feelings of depression. However, over time, he realized that even in difficult moments, God had a plan for his life. Through Dallas Metro, he found a supportive community that encouraged him to grow. Youth camps pushed him beyond his comfort zone, helping him open up and develop meaningful relationships—with others and with God.

Today, Tito looks back on his journey with gratitude. He no longer sees his struggles as burdens but as testimonies of faith and resilience. His family is in a better place, and he recently experienced something he never thought possible—a cruise with his loved ones, a symbol of how much life has changed. While challenges remain, he has learned that God is always present, even in the lowest moments.

Tito hopes that others going through similar struggles will know they are not alone. He encourages them to seek God, trust in His plan, and open their hearts to support from those who care. His story is a reminder that faith can transform lives, and organizations like Dallas Metro play a crucial role in bringing hope to young people.

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Join Pastor Clay as he interviews Kevin “KB” Belcher. Kevin grew up in the projects, surrounded by crime, violence, and poverty. With few positive role models, he idolized the drug dealers and gang leaders who seemed to have power and success. That path led him into trouble, and before he knew it, he was facing a 99-year prison sentence. But God had other plans. Instead of a life behind bars, Kevin was given the chance to enter Teen Challenge, a Christian rehabilitation program. At first, he resisted, but over time, God transformed his heart, leading him away from the life he once knew and toward a calling to help others escape the same cycle of destruction.

After completing Teen Challenge, Kevin committed himself to ministry, spending 13 years working with the organization. He had a gift for connecting with the most difficult cases—young men who resisted change, just as he once had. He knew their struggles firsthand, and through patience, love, and the power of God, he helped break down their walls. His work extended beyond Teen Challenge when he partnered with Clay at Dallas Metro, an inner-city ministry dedicated to reaching children and their families in some of the most dangerous neighborhoods. Together, they brought hope to places where hope seemed lost, knocking on doors, ministering to kids, and watching as entire families were transformed by the Gospel.

Today, Kevin continues to serve, now working in civil service while still being deeply involved in ministry. He recently married, a testimony to how God reveals blessings in His perfect timing. His story is one of redemption—not just his own, but of countless others whose lives he has touched. Whether through Teen Challenge, Dallas Metro, or personal discipleship, Kevin’s mission remains the same: to show people that no matter how broken their past, God has a future for them. As Dallas Metro prepares to build a new community center for at-risk youth, Kevin stands as living proof that such ministries change lives.

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