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#323 - Toby Weiss: Ministry to the Homeless (Hope 680) | TAC Podcast
#323 - Toby Weiss: Ministry to the Homeless (Hope 680) | TAC Podcast
#323 - Toby Weiss: Ministry to the Homeless (Hope 680) | TAC Podcast
Monday 7th July 2025
Toby Weiss shares his journey and ministry work with Hope 680, offering practical help and gospel hope to the homeless.
49 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Toby Weiss leads Hope 680, providing spiritual and practical support to the homeless.
- Hope 680 operates under freeway overpasses, expanding its reach gradually.
- Local churches like North Creek Church play a vital role in supporting the ministry.
- Teams are organised to offer food, essentials, and share the gospel.
- A vision for an addiction recovery house is part of future plans.
"We're not here for stuff; we're here for Jesus."
The Addiction Connection Podcast shines a light on the inspiring work of Toby Weiss, who leads Hope 680 in California. In this episode, Toby shares his journey from a non-Christian upbringing to becoming a passionate advocate for the homeless. With humour and heart, Toby recounts how he and his wife began their outreach under the 680 freeway, providing not just food and essentials but also spiritual support to those in need.
You'll hear about the importance of dignity and compassion in building relationships with the unhoused, and how Hope 680 is supported by local churches like North Creek Church. The conversation dives into the logistics of organising teams to reach out, as well as the challenges faced by the homeless, including addiction and trust issues.
Toby's dedication to treating each person with respect and sharing the gospel is palpable, and his vision for an addiction recovery house by 2030 is ambitious yet grounded in faith. This episode offers a glimpse into the transformative power of community support and the hope that drives Toby's mission. Whether you're interested in ministry work or looking for inspiration on how to make a difference, this episode is sure to leave you with food for thought.
Why not give it a listen and see how one person's passion can create ripples of change?