Ep:#94: Four Corners Thrift Store, Your Closet’s Castoffs Are Doing Mission Work
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We sit down with Jamie Taylor to explore how Four Corners Thrift Stores keep prices low for neighbors while funding a school, jobs, and care programs in Uganda. Jamie shares the Opelika store’s early success, his path to leadership, and why “thrift therapy” is real community care.
• Store locations in Roanoke, Talladega, Valley, and Opelika
• Opelika launch and customer-voted recognition
• How sales fund schools, jobs, and ministry in Uganda
• Daily impact: meals, uniforms, English instruction for kids
• Jamie’s journey from school retiree to operations director
• Prayer, encouragement, and follow-ups with customers
• Donations accepted during hours and large-load pickups
• Address for Opelika: 820 Columbus Parkway, near Angels Antiques
www.fourcorners.org
Chapters
1. Welcome And Guest Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Four Corners Store Locations And Mission (00:00:42)
3. Opelikee Launch And Early Recognition (00:01:37)
4. How The Thrift Stores Fund Global Ministry (00:02:24)
5. Jamie’s Path To Operations Leadership (00:04:17)
6. Family Priorities And Personal Life (00:06:01)
7. Thrift Therapy And Store Experience (00:06:44)
8. Beyond Sales: Prayer And Care (00:07:42)
9. How To Donate And Get Involved (00:09:49)
10. Opelika Address And Community Partners (00:10:54)
11. Closing And Listener CTA (00:11:36)
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