About us
Potter’s Wheel lives out Jesus’ Great Commission to go and make disciples of Christ and to be a place of rest and strength for Evansville.
Mission and
VISION
Through Christ, Potter’s Wheel exists to love, equip, and empower neighborhood families to thrive. It is our vision at Potter's Wheel to revive the neighborhood, one family at a time.
our history
The Potter’s Wheel Inner City Mission began as an outreach of Evansville’s Oak Hill Christian Center (OHCC) ministry in 2003.
The neighborhood around the church campus was in decline and had become known for drugs, prostitution, and other criminal activity. The Potter's Wheel had a desire to transform the neighborhood into a thriving community
As a result of feedback from the families served, a clothing bank, food pantry, and soup kitchen were organized to meet basic physical needs in the surrounding community.
The Potter's Wheel Inner City Mission was organized as a separate entity from OHCC and became incorporated on October 6, 2003; it received 501(c)3 status in June 2004.
our STAFF
Executive Director
Chris has a heart for people and a smile for everyone. Her passion for the local community helps her lead Potter's Wheel with grace and compassion.
Kids Zone Advancement Director
Erin focuses on developing and advancing our South Side Kids Zone. She loves to build relationships with everyone she meets!
Administrator
Whitney keeps the wheels turning in the day-to-day operations here at Potter's Wheel. Her attention to detail and her love for people and all things business make her a great fit.
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Neighborhood Care Coordinator
Kerra manages our Peaceful Parenting program with a love for moms and babies that makes her a natural. She also interacts with people that attend our Diner and helps connect them to resources in the community.
Family Development Coordinator
The Family Development Coordinator leads our Family Care Team in offering wrap-around care to families and individuals in our community.
Family Care Coordinator
Mikayla lovingly serves and encourages families in the community by connecting them to the resources they need to thrive. She is passionate about equipping and empowering them.
Wrap-Around
Care Coordinator
Bridgett passionately serves and encourages our neighborhood families by connecting them with resources, as well as equipping and empowering them to thrive.
K-8 Program Coordinator
Kim leads our Scholars Academy, which gives academic support and enriching experiences to the students from GLA that attend Potter's Wheel. She also leads Powerhouse on Wednesdays. Her smile and laughter are contagious.
Custodian
Amanda does a great job of maintaining the integrity of our historic building by keeping it clean and tidy. She is always willing to jump in wherever help is needed.
Lead Peacemaker
Stephanie is a Potter's Wheel staff member inside Glenwood Leadership Academy. She supports the students, teachers, and staff of GLA by loving and encouraging them and assisting wherever she can.
Peacemaker
Leah is a Potter's Wheel staff member inside Glenwood Leadership Academy. She kindly provides support and encouragement to GLA teachers, staff, and students in whatever way she can.
Peacemaker
Ashleigh is a Potter's Wheel Staff member inside Glenwood Leadership Academy. She provides support and assistant to staff and students however she can.
Program Staff
Ashleigh helps lead programming for ages Kindergarten-8th grade. She connects excellently with all ages here at Potter's Wheel.
Program Staff
Ashley helps lead programming for ages Kindergarten-8th grade. Her compassion for the students is very encouraging.
Program Staff
John helps lead programming for ages Kindergarten-8th grade. Building relationships with the students is second nature to him.
Kids' Program Driver
Tony ensures our precious cargo, your children, arrive safe and sound. He also helps with building maintenance as needed.
Kitchen Supervisor
James oversees all aspects of The Diner, including food prep, maintenance of the kitchen, and overseeing our Saturday Diner teams. His love for cooking and people make him a great fit.