Based on the wisdom literature from the book of Job in the Hebrew Scriptures, Jubal confronts the reality of suffering and evil from the compost pile in Tuckahoe nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Jubal is a rather jolly and playful character who finds both joy and meaning in playing his juice harp, loving his family, supporting his community and celebrating his Creator. Unknown to him however, Catawampus - God's celestial nemesis suggests a wager that turns Jubal's world upside down. If Martin Luther had his truth revelation of justification by faith alone "in the dumps," Jubal...

The Volunteer Ministry Center (VMC) is dedicated to the assertion that homelessness is an unaccepted experience for anyone and committed to the bodacious vision it can be ended For those who cross any threshold of VMC, they are greeted, received, and treated as our "neighbors" by both paid and volunteer staff. Neighbors are welcomed with a hopeful hospitality. More importantly, we believe that between the joint efforts of neighbors and staff, the experience of homelessness or near homelessness will be confronted and overcome. Leading the organization through momentous changes over the past...