unSeminary Podcast Cracking the Outreach Code in Your City with Quovadis Marshall
May 22, 2025
Quovadis Marshall, also known as Pastor Q, is the Lead Pastor at Hope City Church in Waterloo, Iowa, who transformed his life after a profound experience in prison. He discusses crucial outreach strategies that uncover the hidden needs of communities, emphasizing the importance of active listening and relationship-building. Pastor Q explores how every city has a unique outreach 'code' that churches must crack by aligning their strengths with local challenges. His inspiring journey from crime to faith serves as a powerful catalyst for community change.
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From Prison to Pastor Q
- Quovadis Marshall transformed his life from gang involvement and incarceration to lead a thriving outreach church.
- His encounter with Christ in prison radically shifted his purpose and ministry direction.
Crack Your City's Outreach Code
- Discover your community’s true needs by engaging local schools, leaders, and residents with empathy.
- Align your church’s unique strengths with these needs to maximize spiritual and practical impact.
Engage by Listening at Watering Holes
- Reach out to community 'watering holes' like schools, nonprofits, and city officials to hear directly about local struggles.
- Listen more than talk, as true understanding leads to meaningful ministry engagement.