In this episode, we present Pastor Garrick Matlock of the Freeway Gospel Empowerment Center in Warren, Ohio. Born and raised in Warren, Pastor Matlock opens up about his journey—from his roots to his calling in ministry and his work today. This episode is filled with powerful moments of faith, resilience, and purpose, showing how one person’s mission can create a lasting impact.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Growing up where community felt like "a big family"
• Founding Freeway Gospel Empowerment Center
• Helping students experiencing homelessness
• Introducing "Sawubona" as a philosophy for seeing others' full humanity
• Challenging the narratives of the black church
• Pastor Matlock's "One Word"
  
  Visit Freeway Gospel Empowerment Center at 403 Atlantic Street Northwest. Scripture School meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Sundays at 9:30 a.m., and Sunday worship at 11 a.m.

So press play and be moved by Captain Cole's inspiring story. Ladies and gentlemen, Sound United Presents... Pastor Garrick Matlock!

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• Executive Producer and Producer: DeShawn Scott
• Audio Producer: Kimberly Gonzales