Staying Compassionate About Poverty

with guest Allison Alley, Compassion CanadaIt’s difficult to keep caring. How can we remain compassionate in light of so much hardship?Allison Alley is the President and CEO of Compassion Canada, a global development organization that exists to permanently end childhood poverty in all its forms. In this episode, Allison shares about the unexpected dimensions of poverty, the vulnerability of children, the devastating effects of COVID-19 on children on the margins, and how we can help. Allison challenges us to shine a light, wherever we’re planted, and wake up to the “poverty of the wealthy” in our own lives.Allison holds a Master of Arts in Global Leadership with an emphasis in International Development and Urban Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Master of Business Administration from Ivey Business School. Allison and her husband live in London, Ontario and have two daughters.Recommended Reading:Eyes to See – A journey that helps teens to discover the spiritual nature of poverty, God’s heart for those in need, and the Church’s unique role to address poverty Step Into My Shoes – An immersive digital experience and devotional for families, churches, and groupsWalking with the Poor by Bryant MyersTransforming Society by Melba Padilla MaggayShrewd Samaritan by Bruce WydickEpisode hosted by Shelaine and Eric.