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  • Rwanda to Maine with Dieudonne Karawanga

    Rwanda to Maine with Dieudonne Karawanga
    2025/05/23

    Summary

    In this episode, Joel Furrow interviews Dieudonne Karangwa, the Director of Ministry at The Root Cellar in Portland and a Rwandan who has experienced the horrors of genocide and the journey of reconciliation. Dieudonne shares his early life, revolutionary ideals, and the historical context of the Hutu-Tutsi conflict. He recounts his transformation from a revolutionary to a man of faith, emphasizing the importance of reconciliation in post-genocide Rwanda. Dieudonne's journey leads him to the United States, where he now works at The Root Cellar, a community service organization, helping immigrants and fostering social justice.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:02) - The Root Cellar Podcast
    • (00:02:09) - A Moment with Judene Kar
    • (00:05:25) - How I became a political activist in the 1980s
    • (00:11:47) - In some ways, you were part of the reconciliation movement in Rwanda
    • (00:16:16) - Revelation of the Saved One
    • (00:23:12) - Rwanda's horrific genocide story
    • (00:26:08) - Forgiveness in Rwanda
    • (00:28:00) - The Root Cellar
    • (00:30:46) - Disciples of the Reconciliation Movement
    • (00:34:58) - Asylum seeker from Rwanda speaks out about life in Maine
    • (00:38:48) - Ruth Seller's Root cellar in Portland
    • (00:43:55) - Reformation in our programs
    • (00:46:04) - A Taste of the Root Cellar Podcast
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    47 分
  • "The Path Forward" for General Assistance with Fitz

    "The Path Forward" for General Assistance with Fitz
    2025/05/09
    In this conversation, Joel Furrow and Fitz discuss the mission of The Root Cellar, a community organization focused on supporting immigrant families and fostering social, economic, and spiritual wholeness. Fitz shares his personal journey and role in the organization, emphasizing the importance of community, mentorship, and the newly developed Path Forward program, which aims to help individuals navigate their new lives in Maine. The discussion highlights the significance of work as a means of flourishing, the impact of diversity, and the encouragement found in serving others. Listeners are invited to learn more about how they can get involved and support the mission of The Root Cellar. Chapters
    • (00:00:02) - The Root Cellar Podcast
    • (00:00:57) - Meet the Root Cellar Family: Megan Fitz
    • (00:08:56) - A Portuguese translator at the Root Cellar
    • (00:11:06) - The Path Forward: What is it?
    • (00:18:01) - The Root Cellar Program
    • (00:21:05) - The strongest desire of Americans
    • (00:22:03) - Work and the kingdom of God
    • (00:23:49) - A message about the Root Cellar
    • (00:27:57) - The Path Forward: Encouragement for Refugees and Their Families
    • (00:34:05) - Employment Connection: The Massachusetts Program
    • (00:35:16) - The Root Seller: Love Your Neighbors
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    36 分
  • WELCOME to THE ROOT CELLAR PODCAST!

    WELCOME to THE ROOT CELLAR PODCAST!
    2025/05/07

    In this episode of The Root Cellar Podcast, host Joel Furrow introduces the mission and vision of The Root Cellar, a community-focused organization in Maine. The podcast aims to share stories of restoration and highlight the work being done to cultivate social, economic, and spiritual wholeness in the community.



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    12 分