Invited In

In the midst of responding to Hurricane Laura, Chandler Saylors, an assistant program manager for U.S. Disaster Relief, talks with Kristy over the phone. Kristy asks Chandler about God’s calling on her life, then dives deeper into how Samaritan’s Purse is responding in Louisiana.

“Though there are so many unknowns, we have hope in an all-powerful, all-knowing, ever-present God who will ground us,” said Cathy Njoya. Cathy serves as the director of strategic partnerships with donor ministries. She shares a powerful message in staff devotions about Elisha’s faith in 2 Kings 6—reminding us that if we put our hope in God, He will sustain us.

Are you in search of God’s Truth through current tensions brought by COVID-19? Kristy Graham sits down with Rachael Mills, the director of brand development for Operation Christmas Child, to talk about God’s provision for parents during this season. Their Scripture-filled conversation dives deep into finding peace amidst turmoil, seeking Holy wisdom, and recognizing our need for the Father in every moment.

Have you ever wondered what it takes for Samaritan’s Purse to launch a new affiliate office? Hear from Chris Weeks, Samaritan’s Purse employee of over 20 years, who is now the Executive Director for Samaritan’s Purse South Korea. Kristy Graham asks him about the logistics of launching the new location, moving forward in the midst of the coronavirus, and God’s faithfulness to open doors for the team.

What’s it like to grow up as a “ministry kid”? Tune in to this week’s episode featuring Elliott Willis, an assistant program manager for US disaster relief and son of Bryan Willis. Kristy and Elliott dive deeper into God’s calling on his life, service in US disaster relief, and growing up in the ministry.

Kristy Graham sits down with Bryan Willis, the Vice President of Special Events to hear his insight after serving nearly 38 years. They talk about the early days at Samaritan’s Purse, how the ministry has grown, and God’s hand of blessing over each department.

“Ron shares how God called him out of a long career of corporate work to do kingdom work here at Samaritan’s Purse,” Kristy says in this uplifting episode. After a few months of COVID-19 related podcasts, Kristy is getting back to the heart of Invited In: sharing God’s faithfulness through the testimonies of staff at Samaritan’s Purse. Listen as Ron Wilcox, chief operating officer, recounts the lessons he has learned after serving nearly 17 years in the ministry.

Only a few months ago, doctors and nurses treated the sickest coronavirus patients in our Emergency Field Hospitals in Cremona, Italy, and New York City. While they were serving on the ground, hundreds of staff at Samaritan’s Purse mobilized to make the simultaneous responses possible. Tune in as Kristy Graham hears from Cindy Albertson representing the IMT Call Center, David Khoury representing International Apprentices, Debra Owens representing IMT Staffing, and Rachel Ransom representing Food Services. Nearly every employee in the ministry had a hand in supporting the response—they are the unsung heroes of COVID-19.

Impact doesn’t equal recognition. “Whether you are going or sending, you are doing kingdom work and our Father sees you,” Kristy Graham encourages listeners in this hope-filled episode. During Samaritan’s Purse staff devotions, church relations coordinator Jeremy Zerkle gives a powerful message from Acts 11—referring to God as El Roi, “the God who sees me.”

“It’s so important to hear their story, speak their name, and honor their legacy,” Kristy Graham reminds listeners in this special Memorial Day episode. Tune in to hear her conversation with Melissa Strickland, the senior director of communications, who walks through the loss of her 22-year-old nephew, Corporal Dillion C. Baldridge. Dillion was killed June 10, 2017, while serving in Afghanistan on his first deployment. Listen as Melissa and Kristy talk about his continued legacy, the importance of spiritual community, and prayers for Gold Star families.