A Brotherhood of Support: An Interview with Special Olympians Rob & Alex

06/13/22 • 13 min

Teammates, friends, and brothers in Christ, Rob and Alex talk with Dr. Michael Blackwell shortly before their appearance in the 2022 Special Olympics USA Games in Orlando as members of the SONC Soccer Team. Listen as they share what life is like for them and the other residents at Alverta Bolick Home in Asheville, and how they are living life to their fullest potential.

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A Transformative Place: An Interview with Dr. Ted Chandler, Part 2

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.

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HOMEBASE: A Thriving Ministry to Students at Western Carolina University

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.