“Conversations On A Bench”: What To Know

September 3, 2.31 p.m.

Introducing "Conversations On A Bench"

The Eugene Mission is hosting Conversations on a Bench -- a livestreamed dialogue between our Executive Director, Sheryl Balthrop, and people from every facet of our community -- for 24 hours, right here on our campus. 

In partnership with Citygate Network, a coalition of gospel Missions throughout the country, the initiative is an opportunity for people to sit down, ask questions, share stories and inspire understanding around the issue of homelessness in Eugene and beyond.  

How does it work?

Sheryl will be sitting on a bench, sharing open and honest conversation with participants for 24 hours beginning at noon, October 9, through noon October 10. The conversations will be livestreamed and broadcast through several online platforms, listed below in the "how to watch" section. 

Why does it matter?

Sharing stories can inspire action, understanding and spark Hope. We're inviting our neighbors, guests at the Mission, local leaders, healers, pastors and more to come share on a variety of topics, including recovery, policy, faith, housing and transformation.  

Interested in sitting with Sheryl on the bench? If you have a topic in mind or questions on your heart, please click the button below: 

How to watch the livestream:

Eugene Mission homepage: www.eugenemission.org

Facebook: facebook.com/theeugenemission

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@eugenemission377

You will have the opportunity to ask questions of any of our bench participants or our Executive Director, Sheryl Balthrop, by submitting a comment via the livestream. 

Need more info? Contact Associate Philanthropy Director Julie Burket at julieb@eugenemission.org