Lipscomb Missions Creates Partnerships with Dismas House, a Local Nashville Organization
March 26, 2021
Residents of the Dismas House
Neighboring as Mission: Dismas House
When Jordan Collins reached out to our team wondering if Lipscomb Missions would want to be involved in the work of Dismas House, it was easy to answer “yes!” Dismas House is a transitional living facility for men leaving incarceration and entering in the free world, focused on the holistic healing of individuals and setting them up for success. “At Dismas House, we believe in second chances,” explained Jordan. “We also believe that when you get out of prison, the odds and systems are stacked against you… We believe that the second chance needs to be nurtured.” He spoke with us about their desire to address every aspect of each man’s wellbeing, from their mental health to emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
Due to the wide scope of Dismas House’s services for their residents, we quickly realized that the options for partnership are endless. Jordan shared with us that his philosophy of ministry, especially when thinking about volunteer possibilities at Dismas, can be summed up by these questions: “Whatever skill you have, you must think about where does the need meet my ability? Where do my gifts, skills, and interests intersect in a place where somebody else can use those things?” From tutoring to tech training to art classes, he believes that college students can show up and be in community with the men at Dismas House while using the vocational skills God has given them.
We are so excited to serve alongside this incredible organization and hope that you will join us!
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