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šŸ”„ From Foster Youth to Mentor. From Pain to Purpose. Called 2 Serve Podcast Episode 33 - Ron Jenkins

1 h 0 min Ā· 15 de jul de 2025
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šŸ”„Ā From Foster Youth to Mentor. From Pain to Purpose. This week on theĀ Called 2 Serve Podcast, host Reggie Hubbard sits down withĀ Ron Jenkins, whose life journey is nothing short of extraordinary. šŸ’” From enduring abuse as a foster youth āš–ļø To working 31 years as a youth corrections counselor šŸˆ To mentoring young men as a football coach šŸ™ And usingĀ faith and mentorshipĀ to turn trauma into transformation Ron shares how he’sĀ avenging his brothers’ deaths—not through revenge—but by saving lives. This episode is a raw, emotional, and deeply inspiring look at resilience, redemption, and the power of serving others with everything you've got. #FosterYouth #MentorshipMatters #TraumaToTriumph #RonJenkins #YouthMentor #Called2Serve #FaithInAction šŸ“Ā Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:43 Introducing the Special Guest: Ron Jenkins 01:54 Ron Jenkins' Early Life and Challenges 05:17 Turning Points and Finding Faith 06:29 Positive Influences and Mentorship 18:49 Overcoming Adversity Through Sports 20:45 Career in Youth Corrections and Mentorship 24:12 Coaching and Continuing to Inspire 29:51 Connecting with Traumatized Youth 32:45 Avenge by Saving Lives 34:53 The Consequences of Revenge 36:57 Institutionalization and Its Effects 44:22 The Importance of Mentorship 48:13 Overcoming Personal Trauma 54:08 The Power of Therapy 57:41 Final Thoughts and Farewell šŸŽ§Ā Listen on the Go: šŸ‘‰ Spotify:Ā open.spotify.com/show/1QI4k5GtEdp6AXBmdEj8yk [https://open.spotify.com/show/1QI4k5GtEdp6AXBmdEj8yk] šŸ‘‰ Apple Podcast:Ā podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/called-2-serve-podcast/id1785553680 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/called-2-serve-podcast/id1785553680] šŸ“»Ā Now airing on Wreaths Across America Radio! CatchĀ Called 2 Serve PodcastĀ everyĀ Sunday at 7 AM EST šŸ”— Listen live here:Ā https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio [https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio] šŸ“²Ā Follow & Connect: 🌐 Facebook: @Called2ServePodcast šŸ“ø Instagram: @called2servepodcast šŸ’„ Subscribe for more real stories of purpose, healing, and leadership. šŸ™Œ Drop a comment if you believe mental health should never be a disqualifier. šŸ” Share this. Let’s amplify the voices that need to be heard.

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episode šŸ”„ From Foster Youth to Mentor. From Pain to Purpose. Called 2 Serve Podcast Episode 33 - Ron Jenkins artwork

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šŸ”„Ā From Foster Youth to Mentor. From Pain to Purpose. This week on theĀ Called 2 Serve Podcast, host Reggie Hubbard sits down withĀ Ron Jenkins, whose life journey is nothing short of extraordinary. šŸ’” From enduring abuse as a foster youth āš–ļø To working 31 years as a youth corrections counselor šŸˆ To mentoring young men as a football coach šŸ™ And usingĀ faith and mentorshipĀ to turn trauma into transformation Ron shares how he’sĀ avenging his brothers’ deaths—not through revenge—but by saving lives. This episode is a raw, emotional, and deeply inspiring look at resilience, redemption, and the power of serving others with everything you've got. #FosterYouth #MentorshipMatters #TraumaToTriumph #RonJenkins #YouthMentor #Called2Serve #FaithInAction šŸ“Ā Episode Breakdown: 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:43 Introducing the Special Guest: Ron Jenkins 01:54 Ron Jenkins' Early Life and Challenges 05:17 Turning Points and Finding Faith 06:29 Positive Influences and Mentorship 18:49 Overcoming Adversity Through Sports 20:45 Career in Youth Corrections and Mentorship 24:12 Coaching and Continuing to Inspire 29:51 Connecting with Traumatized Youth 32:45 Avenge by Saving Lives 34:53 The Consequences of Revenge 36:57 Institutionalization and Its Effects 44:22 The Importance of Mentorship 48:13 Overcoming Personal Trauma 54:08 The Power of Therapy 57:41 Final Thoughts and Farewell šŸŽ§Ā Listen on the Go: šŸ‘‰ Spotify:Ā open.spotify.com/show/1QI4k5GtEdp6AXBmdEj8yk [https://open.spotify.com/show/1QI4k5GtEdp6AXBmdEj8yk] šŸ‘‰ Apple Podcast:Ā podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/called-2-serve-podcast/id1785553680 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/called-2-serve-podcast/id1785553680] šŸ“»Ā Now airing on Wreaths Across America Radio! CatchĀ Called 2 Serve PodcastĀ everyĀ Sunday at 7 AM EST šŸ”— Listen live here:Ā https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio [https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio] šŸ“²Ā Follow & Connect: 🌐 Facebook: @Called2ServePodcast šŸ“ø Instagram: @called2servepodcast šŸ’„ Subscribe for more real stories of purpose, healing, and leadership. šŸ™Œ Drop a comment if you believe mental health should never be a disqualifier. šŸ” Share this. Let’s amplify the voices that need to be heard.

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