Since his arrival at Kennedy Home as a child in the 1950’s, Jim Dyer has had a heart for Baptist Children's Homes of NC. Listen as Dr. Michael Blackwell and one of BCH’s favorite ambassadors discuss Dyer's journey from a broken home to successes in a variety of roles, including Vietnam military helicopter pilot, corporate chaplain, and Mayor Pro Tem of the Town of Wake Forest. 

While serving as Western Carolina University's associate vice chancellor for student success, Dr. Lowell K. Davis was instrumental in the creation of BCH's HOMEBASE ministry for independent students. Now serving as vice chancellor for student affairs at UNC Wilmington, Dr. Davis continues to innovate services that help young adults succeed. Join Dr. Michael Blackwell as he and Dr. Davis discuss the family, scholastic, and social factors that influenced Davis's path and dedication to helping others thrive. 

Dr. Michael Blackwell interviews Rev. Dr. Jim Dean, director of HOMEBASE, which last year served more than 14,000 independent students at WCU by providing spiritual guidance, resources such as food and clothing, and a place to call "home." Listen as Dr. Blackwell and Dr. Dean discuss the challenges faced by young adults who are trying to build a path in life without familial support, and how BCH's exemplary HOMEBASE ministry helps these college students to not only succeed but to thrive.

Physician, author, wise counselor, and dear friend of many, at 94 years of age, BCH alumnus Dr. Ted Chandler is still making five-year plans. Listen as Dr. Michael Blackwell continues his interview with Dr. Chandler, discussing the powerful dynamic of healthy living that leads to positive, transformative lives and family abundance.

Before it was Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina, it was the “Baptist Orphanage” or the “Thomasville Orphanage.” Listen as Dr. Michael Blackwell interviews 94-year-old Dr. Ted Chandler as he recounts details about life as a child for him and his two brothers growing up at the “Orphanage” in the 1930s and 40s. Learn how Dr. Chandler’s experiences and gained values were transformative, helping him reach his childhood dream of becoming a medical doctor. 

Dr. Michael Blackwell and guest Dr. Mark Smith, BCH's Foster & Adoption Church Liaison, discuss the Every Child Initiative.  Listen as they explain how BCH and the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina partner with churches to reach, train, and support Christian married couples so they can provide safe and loving homes for children in need.

Dr. Michael Blackwell and guest Dr. Mark Smith, BCH's Foster & Adoption Church Liaison, discuss the Every Child Initiative.  Listen as they explain how BCH and the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina partner with churches to reach, train, and support Christian married couples so they can provide safe and loving homes for children in need.

In this episode, Dr. Michael Blackwell shares another encouraging message delivered to Baptist Children’s Homes of NC staff members during a recent event. Listen as he relates important biblical lessons from Isaiah 61:1-3, lessons of hope, love, and forgiveness.