neighborhood animator

What does neighboring look like when it happens over multiple generations? Teresa shows us that it can be beautiful and joyful! Teresa lives in the home where her grandmother once lived, and that history serves as her roots, nurturing her genuine care for her neighbors. Throughout this conversation, Teresa shows again and again the key elements of good neighboring. She cares deeply about her neighbors. She is committed to being available to her neighbors. And, she is gifted at connecting with neighbors and connecting them with good things happening in her community. Grab a notebook for this interview, because you may want to take some notes!

Neighboring isn't always easy. So, what if we've had negative experiences with neighboring? In this episode, Matthew and Adam spend time with Rachel Duncan, who had a few negative experiences of neighboring, but as it turns out some positive neighbors in an unexpected place made all the difference. Rachel is a great neighbor, and works as a Neighborhood Animator in the south area of Wichita, KS. She shared several great stories that can help us find our way toward being a better neighbor.