We need your help in the IL Prisons! December 2011

JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom December 30, 2011 New Life Corrections Ministry Wayside Cross Ministries 215 East New York Street Aurora IL 60505  tbeatty@waysidecross.org "ROAD TEAMS" TAKE OUR "DADS' CLASSES" TO THE MEN IN THE ILLINOIS' PRISONS! On our Dads' Classes "Road Teams," we present the same Dads' Classes we have weekly in many local County Jails, but we present them in a 2-Day Seminar.  We  visit Prisons, where weekly classes simply are not an option for us.  Our purpose is to: Bring the Gospel to the inmates in the context of fatherhood, Spark an interest in the men to become better Dads, break the  generational cycle of crime, reduce recidivism, and Spark an interest in the Prison Staff to welcome the year-long Malachi Dads' Program. "Road Team" members lead small-group discussions between the classes, and may lead classes (your choice).  We pay our own expenses (travel, motel & some meals).  Class materials are provided.    Dave Haidle (Road Team member):  "The majority of men in prison are fathers, and contrary to what many might think, these men are eager to be good fathers to their children.  Our communities can only benefit from these men becoming better fathers.  I can't think of a better investment of time than to be teaching eager men about God's perspective on fathering. It is challenging, humbling and rewarding;  plus you get to know other brothers in Christ on a deeper level as you soldier together." OUR "ROAD TEAMS" SCHEDULE Jan. 9 - 10, Vandalia CC, confirmed Feb. 13 - 14, Vienna CC, confirmed Mar. 5 - 6, Lawrence CC, all but confirmed Mar. 19 - 20, Stateville MSU, not yet confirmed Apr. 2 - 3, Taylorville CC, confirmed May 7 - 8, Big Muddy River CC, confirmed May 21 - 22, Shawnee CC, confirmed June 4 - 5, Menard MSU, confirmed July 2 - 3, East Moline CC, not yet confirmed July 9 - 10, Danville CC, not yet confirmed August 6 - 7, Logan CC, not yet confirmed Sept. 10 - 11, Hill CC, confirmed Oct. 9 - 10, Southwestern IL CC, confirmed Nov. 5 - 6, Centralia CC, not yet confirmed Dec. 3 - 4, Pinckneyville CC, not yet confirmed Jan. 14 - 15, '13, IL River CC, not yet confirmed The "not yet confirmed" dates are "penciled in."  Please pray for their confirmation.       You may sign up for more than one trip to more than one prison.   And, please recommend this opportunity to others!   WE NEED MORE DADS! (Must be 18 or older, no felony record, have Pastor's recommendation.)   To sign up, please email Chaplain Tom at tbeatty@waysidecross.org Chaplain Tom will need your SSN & DOB to obtain a security clearance.   CLASS 1 DEFINING THE PROBLEM AN HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE OF FATHERING GOD'S PLAN TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM PRIDE, HUMILITY & GRACE THE FEAR OF THE LORD RE-BUILDING TRUST   CLASS 4 HANDLING ANGER & MORE ANGER & CONFLICT RESOLUTION SELF-CONTROL ALCOHOL & DRUGS HANDLING STRESS   CLASS 7 FATHERING WHO IS THE PERFECT FATHER? HOW DID I LEARN TO BE A DAD? BEING A GOOD EXAMPLE COMMITMENT & SECURITY   CLASS 2 GETTING STARTED LEARNING FROM OUR PAST WHAT IS A REAL MAN SELF-WORTH SETTING GOALS     CLASS 5 DISTANT DAD BECOME A SPECIALIST ON YOUR KID(S) EMPATHY PROVIDING TREASURE MORE INSIDE DAD ACTIVITIES   CLASS 8 LEADERSHIP & DISCIPLINE DAD IS LEADER DAD IS A SERVANT-LEADER DISCIPLINE         CLASS 3 SPIRITUALITY SPIRITUALITY, RELIGION & CHRISTIANITY CHRISTIANITY & CHANGE SPIRITUAL FEEDING SPIRITUAL WORK-OUT SUGGESTIONS ON READING THE BIBLE   CLASS 6 RELATIONSHIPS S-X MARRIAGE LOVE LUST PORNOGRAPHY & MASTURBATION CHASTITY   CLASS 9 "FIREPROOF" (the movie) PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION   If you're not able to join our "Road Team," please keep an eye on our email updates and join us in prayer.   We can also use financial help - please visit www.waysidecross.org and click on the "Red Heart."  Thank you! Please email Chaplain Tom for more information or to reserve your spot!  tbeatty@waysidecross.org