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As a father, Pastor Ty Schenzel believed that if he loved his kids deeply, crazily, and unconditionally, they would see life, God, and their futures with hope and expectation. His children grew up knowing that "a thousand screaming mules" could not keep their dad from being there when they needed him. He showed his children that they were his priority- more than anything else.
Outside of his world and particularly in the inner city, Ty grieved when he saw other children not feeling loved in the same way. He has always felt a father's love for all kids, and has devoted his dreams to breaking their cycle of hopelessness through faith, education, employment, and collaboration- all leading to the creation of the Hope Center for Kids.
Ty began by building a foundation of trust in the North Omaha community. He worked to help youth from across the city understand each others' cultures better, and the Lord began to draw the groups together in a mighty way. In 1998 the former Gene Eppley Boys Club in North Omaha became home to the Hope Center, and Ty's incredible vision became a reality.
"Ty Schenzel walks his talk. His life and ministry have touched the lives of countless inner-city youth. Now he touches our hearts by his inspiring stories of hope. A Thousand Screaming Mules is a gutsy, insightful book that exposes the reader to the harsh realities of the street and to the power of love to transform."
-Bob Lupton, Founder FCS Urban Ministries
"Ty Schenzel has followed his heart and in the process ignited a fire in thousands of inner-city youths through Hope Center. His story, and theirs, will light a fire of hope and inspiration in your heart as well!"
-Floyd McClung, All Nations
