Unless the Lord Builds the House: Restoring Hope in Marion County & Beyond 📖 Psalm 127:1

In this Season 4 premiere of Let’s Share, host Leigh Byers sits down with Lauren Lewis, Development Special Events Manager for Habitat for Humanity of Marion County, Florida, to explore what it truly takes to create safe, affordable housing—and why a stable home changes everything.

Lauren shares how a cross-country move from Oregon led her into mission-driven work, how Habitat walks families step-by-step through the homeownership journey, and how volunteers, donors, and community partners come together to build more than homes—they build hope, dignity, and generational impact.

Throughout the conversation, Leigh and Lauren reflect on meaningful connections and timing—reminding us that what we often call coincidences are sometimes God’s little miracles, quietly aligning people and purpose.

You’ll also hear about: 🏠 House blessing moments 👩‍🔧 Women-led and veteran builds 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The ripple effect of affordable housing for families 🍓 Habitat’s annual Strawberry Festival supporting a “Strawberry House”

🔗 Get Involved with Habitat for Humanity of Marion County

🌐 Main Website: 👉 https://www.habitatocala.org

🛠️ Habitat ReStore (Shop or Donate Items): 👉 https://www.habitatocala.org/restore

💝 Make a Financial Donation: 👉 https://www.habitatocala.org/donate

📱 Follow on Social Media: Facebook & Instagram — Habitat for Humanity of Marion County

🎧 If this episode encourages you, please consider supporting the Let’s Share podcast through the donation link in the show notes. Every gift helps us continue sharing stories that strengthen our communities.

In this powerful episode of Let’s Share, host Dr. Leigh Byers welcomes Karla Greenway, CEO of Interfaith Emergency Services in Ocala, Florida. With over 42 years of serving vulnerable populations, Interfaith is more than a local charity—it's a faith-fueled movement of compassion, collaboration, and strategic care.

Karla shares how Interfaith was birthed through unity among local churches and has grown to become one of the most impactful nonprofits in the region, offering food, shelter, prescription medication, healthcare, supportive housing, and more to those in crisis. From backpack food programs for children to housing for adults with disabilities, their services reflect one core belief: the investment in people is an act of great faith.

This episode explores:

• The power of interdenominational and inter-agency collaboration
• The hidden stories of seniors, children, and individuals with disabilities impacted by poverty
• The real, raw frontline work that fuels Karla’s leadership and Interfaith’s mission
• How faith, humility, and daily service are the true leadership model
• A model that can inspire other communities to adopt faith-based, collaborative approaches to crisis care

📍 Learn more or support Interfaith: 🌐 iesmarion.org 📱 Instagram: @interfaithocala 📘 Facebook: Interfaith Emergency Services – Ocala

🙌 Giving + Receiving = Sharing Let’s share, support, and pray for those faithfully serving others.ay for those faithfully serving others.

What if preventing human trafficking could be as tangible as standing watch at a bus station, asking the right questions—and changing a life for $112? In this powerful conversation, host Dr. Leigh Byers sits down with Hannah Munn, Senior Director of International Installation & Compliance at Love Justice International, to explore how their faith-driven transit monitoring model intercepts potential victims before exploitation occurs.

Hannah shares the mission and mechanics behind Love Justice’s frontline work—how trained monitors partner with local leaders, data systems, and prayer to spot red flags in real time and intervene with courage and compassion. From early intercepts that reunite minors with family, to a “fail fast, steward well” expansion strategy across 18 countries around the world, the outcomes are both measurable and deeply hopeful. With intercepts happening about every 20 minutes and an average cost of ~$112 per intercept, prevention isn’t just possible—it’s powerful.

Whether you’re in Florida, across the U.S., or abroad, this episode offers clear ways to pray, give, advocate, learn, and serve—reminding us that love is not idle in the face of suffering.

💻 Resources & Get Involved

🔹 Website: lovejustice.ngo

🔹 Pray / Give Monthly: lovejustice.ngo/projectbeautiful

🔹 Podcast: Search “Love Justice Podcast” on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgIlBrbpd299okh4UuF6E7BpfDbAyPYhR&si=jKfz7i6S9pjeDqSJ

🔹 Social: Love Justice International on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube