In this vibrant and heartfelt conversation, Heather Tipps, owner of En Route Academy of the Arts, opens up about the transformative role of creativity in children’s lives—and how a single supportive environment can ignite lifelong growth.

Drawing from a rich family legacy of music, ministry, and teaching, Heather and her sister envisioned an academy that would reach beyond technical mastery to nurture the soul, confidence and resilience of every student, no matter their background. Learn about Heather’s musical childhood, the origin story of the Academy and the unique ways her team weaves faith, artistry and individualized encouragement into every lesson.

Heather recounts how the Academy’s offerings have evolved: what began as a handful of piano lessons now branches out into group toddler classes, private instruction in voice, guitar and drums and a flourishing art department where children experiment with drawing, painting and even digital media. Heather says the academy is a “second home” for many kids—especially those navigating insecurities, trauma or the challenges of foster care.

Visit En Route Academy of the Arts by clicking here ➡️ https://www.enrouteacademy.com/

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In today's conclusion of Eric Porter's story, we continue to hear the miraculous ways God is showing up in his ministry Backyard Orphans. As Eric continues his efforts to save orphans, both here and around the world, he also shares what God is stirring in his heart for the crisis happening at our border. The shocking reality and desperate state of those in our community calls for our immediate action. The first step being prayer. Are you the next missionary to reach our local orphans and change the world one child at a time?

Visit Backyard Orphans here: https://backyardorphans.org/

Pray with Eric and his team by visiting here: prayer.backyardorphans.org

Volunteer, donate or invite Eric to speak at your church by clicking here: https://backyardorphans.org/next-steps/

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"Eric, you're flying over kids to reach kids." That was the message Eric Porter received from God one day 14 years ago. As a pastor, he heard story after story of kids in his local community being neglected, abandoned and abused. When he began to witness it firsthand, he knew something had to change. So, when God said "go", he packed up his wife and kids and set out on a new mission: to rescue the orphan in his own backyard. That is how his ministry Backyard Orphans was founded and today they have saved over 2600 children through their powerful training programs, outreach initiatives and active global engagement.

Today is part one of a two part special, so please be sure to tune in next week as we hear what's on the horizon for Eric and his team and how you can partner with Backyard Orphans.

Visit Backyard Orphans here: https://backyardorphans.org/

Pray with Eric and his team by visiting here: prayer.backyardorphans.org

Volunteer, donate or invite Eric to speak at your church by clicking here: https://backyardorphans.org/next-steps/

Are you a foster or adoptive parent who would like to share what God has done in your life? We would love to hear from you! Click the link below. https://cherishedimphttps://cherishedimpressionscpa.com/our-podcastressionscpa.com/

Learn how we help families in our community through SWAGG: https://www.facebook.com/swaggprograms

Listen to Sam's The One Called Mama podcast by clicking here:

https://onecalledmama.org/one-called-mama-podcast