Behind the Shield

Behind the Shield

The Salvation Army’s Behind the Shield is a weekly, 1-hour show highlighting the work The Salvation Army is doing in communities throughout the USA. With guests ranging from recipients of Salvation Army programs to local government officials who support The Salvation Army, this show hopes to be an education into what happens behind each Salvation Army Shield.

Episodes

September 8, 2023 30 mins

On this episode Ron sits down with Leslie Danehy of Operation Hope to discuss their program and how they are partnering with The Salvation Army Knoxville Area Command!

This episode is recorded live at the First Horizon Bank of Alcoa, TN and also features Katie Fox, the Banking Center Manager in Alcoa at First Horizon. This episode is filled with new insights into a lot of work that goes on to help families recover financially and ...

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On this episode Dr. Kevin Ellers joins Ron and Major Henderson for a talk about Emergency Disaster Services, how Dr. Ellers began his career with The Salvation Army and all the work being done near and far. The Central Territory also has volunteers aiding in the recovery work in Maui!

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August 18, 2023 45 mins

On this episode Beans and I are joined by the Pathway of Hope team from our studios in Knoxville, TN!  We discuss all of the elements to the Families First initiative and how generations are being changed for he better and set free from generational poverty.  Also, ...Ed called Beans by a new nickname!  Here we go!

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August 11, 2023 37 mins

On this episode we learn all about the men's and women's shelters from the Program Managers, Kent Jones and Kristi Willingham.  We also learn about the programs within each!  Also, we learn about how men can also be victims of domestic violence.

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August 4, 2023 51 mins

Get ready to meet the Magnificent Majors Cameron and Paula Henderson! We get to learn even more about them and their calling into The Salvation Army as well as Ms. Donna Wright, aka "Ms. Donut", and the work that impacts so many lives every day here and around the world!

 

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Here we go!  On this episode we take a look back at the 2022 Christmas Season, Angel Tree and Kettles.  Wow!  And just a few more months until we get to do it all over again!

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July 21, 2023 47 mins

On this episode of The Salvation Army's "Behind the Shield" we meet some of the brand new staff working in the Pathway of Hope program that is dedicated to the prevention of homelessness for so many families in our communities.  We meet Ed Sullivan, Autumn Williford and Alex Hooker... aka "Alice Cooper"!  Get ready to hear what Pathway of Hope is doing and how you can become a part of changing lives for the better!

 

 

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July 14, 2023 46 mins

On this episode of The Salvation Army's "Behind the Shield" we meet Annette Brocamonte!  We get to hear her inspiring story of overcoming domestic abuse and making the move with her son all the way from Southern California to Knoxville, TN to find recovery, restoration and her career!!  Join us for this amazing story of how Jesus Christ can take someone from surviving to thriving!

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July 7, 2023 42 mins

Ron & Beans had a great time talking with Zach Lagodney and all that he is doing with the Men's shelter ministry! We learn about Zach's encounter with Christ and how that continues to take him to new heights.

This is a fun episode and we are excited to introduce you to Zach and something called "Frisbee Golf"??  Here we go!

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June 30, 2023 32 mins

Behind the Shield's own Ron & Beans sit and talk with Zye & Marcella!  These 2 delightful young ladies share a little about themselves and there wonderful experiences here at The Knoxville Salvation Army!  Also, Major Cameron Henderson continues his Devotional Series on Psalm 27!  Here we go!

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The “Behind the Shield” team takes advantage of the opportunity to discuss local legislation efforts regarding housing crisis and homelessness in Blount County with County Commissioner, David Wells.  Lt. Andrew Lewis from the Maryville Corps joins us along with the one and only Major Cam Henderson!

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The “Behind the Shield” team sits down with the Micha Marsh!  Micha hails from New Orleans, LA and due to hurricane Katrina his family was displaced to Tennessee.  After some success, he found himself lost in addiction and homeless.  The Salvation Army Knoxville has been here to play an important role in his recovery.  Please join us for this episode!

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June 9, 2023 52 mins

Lt.s Rashad and Melissa Poole are the Corps officers in Sevierville, TN and are huge Dolly fans!  Their Corps and Social Services programs are unique to the area and growing every year.  This is a great opportunity to get to know this wonderful couple.

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The “Behind the Shield” team sits down with the Mayor of the City of Knoxville, TN- Indya Kincannon!

We learn all about the Mayor’s background, how she came to run for office and how passionate she is about our city and how the community can rally to help those that are in the most need. The City of Knoxville continues to be a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family and Mayor Kincannon is working diligently for her neighb...

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May 26, 2023 41 mins

Major Mark Hunter is the Memphis Area Commander and was able to join us by phone for an eye-opening interview into the Response and Recovery efforts that have been underway in the wake of the devastating tornadoes and storms in Mississippi, East Arkansas, and West Tennessee.  Learn about Major Hunter’s journey to The Salvation Army and the work the Memphis Area Command is doing today.

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May 19, 2023 44 mins

Ryan Watson was lost, in jail, an addict, but through a streaming ministry made available to him by a local church while incarcerated, he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ.  He is a local business owner in Knoxville and now 3 and a half years sober, he directs the very ministry that helped him find freedom in Christ Jesus…and it is booming serving 22 counties in 3 states and continues to grow!  He is a friend to The Salvation Ar...

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May 12, 2023 46 mins

School teacher, Salvation Army Resident, Success Story, Staff Member…Joan Philips has held titles, but regardless of which title, she is an amazing example of persistence and grace.

She found herself in need of help and made her way to The Salvation Army shelter in Knoxville, TN.  She did the work and is now the first person that others see when entering the facility in Knoxville.  Meet…Joan Philips!

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May 5, 2023 45 mins

Summary. No, he wasn’t born in the United States, but he got here as quickly as he could!  We sit down with Sgt. Jeff Clark and discuss his journey to the U.S. and to The Salvation Army.  We learn all about his family and how leading in ministry has been a part of his entire life.

Series: The Significance of Service

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Summary. From Professional Wrestling to Knox County Mayor, Glenn Jacobs has had an amazing career and is fully invested in service to his community and those that live and work there each day.  He is a strategic partner with The Salvation Army Knoxville Area Command.  Enjoy this conversation and discover the amazing work being done in Knox County, TN.

 

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April 21, 2023 47 mins

Summary. A conversation with someone who has literally written books on service in Jesus’ name…David Crocker.  David served nearly 30 years as a pastor and senior pastor in various church settings. He and the leaders of Snyder Memorial Baptist Church in Fayetteville, NC, inaugurated the first two Inasmuch Days in 1995. The success of these events led Dr. Crocker to write the books Operation Inasmuch: Mobilizing Believers Beyond the...

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