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Fascinating interviews, teaching tips and inspirational God-stories.
What if God doesn’t need us to bring answers – but to pay attention?
In this episode of God Conversations, Tania Harris speaks with Rev Dr Ash Barker, whose life and ministry have been shaped by listening for God among the urban poor. From Springvale in Melbourne, to Bangkok’s largest slum, and now inner‑city Birmingham, Ash has spent decades learning one core truth:
God is already at work.
Our role is to notice and join in.
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https://www.godconversations.com/podcast/gods-voice-among-the-urban-poor-ash-barker/
About Ash Barker
Rev Dr Ash Barker has spent over 30 years living and serving on the front line of urban poverty, with a passion to release the unique potential of urban people and places. Based in inner‑city Birmingham, he leads Seedbeds (Newbigin School for Urban Leadership) and, with his wife Anji, has helped found Newbigin House and several community‑shaping initiatives while serving as United Reformed Church ministers. Ash is an inspiring speaker, holds a PhD on urban poverty, and is the author of nine books, including No Wastelands (2023).

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