Episode 29: Dignity on the Street: Deacon Mara on Joy, Poverty, and the Call to Serve

In this episode of Confident Clergy Women, I’m joined by Deacon Mara, who serves with the ELCA’s Church on the Street. Her ministry includes walking alongside the unhoused, those experiencing homelessness, and people living in poverty—and she reminds us how essential it is to treat every person with dignity in the midst of those struggles. She shares the deep joy she finds in serving others, along with the lasting impact of camping ministries in shaping faith and community. We also hear her words of encouragement for future clergy women discerning their call. This conversation is full of wisdom, hope, and reminders of God’s presence on every street corner.Connect with Mara's Ministry: https://churchonthestreetsf.org/