MASTER'S TOUCH Our Aftercare Program
At Wayside Cross Ministries in Aurora, we have a 93-bed, Bible-based, Christ-centered, residential, recovery program. It is a privilege to be able to offer this transitional "aftercare" to men being released from jail & prison.
The first six months (Levels 1 & 2) is classes, chapel, & counseling, along with good, old-fashioned work. Every one is part of the team!
After graduating from Level 2 at the end of six months, you may leave, or you can go on to Level 3 (a residential job & more classes), or Level 4 (an outside job). As needed, you may stay with us up to two years.
We'll have more on the Master's Touch and Lifespring (our women's program) in future newsletters.
For more information now, please visit
www.waysidecross.org
INMATES REACHING INMATES FOR CHRIST!
"Answers in Genesis" in Jail
With so many inmates in our jails, it's just impossible for the Chaplain, or even the volunteers, to touch every inmate. Many of the inmates request to visit with the Chaplain, and many more request to go to Bible Study classes, or Dads' Classes, or Worship Services, but, too many just sit in the "dayrooms" and watch TV & play cards. How do you reach them for Christ?
To the inmates who come to the Bible Classes and do come to know Jesus, I show them Ken Ham videos on Creationism. The inmates get excited about their faith! They get more confidence in the Bible and in their own ability to "stand up for Jesus!" It's practical apologetics! They evangelize their fellow inmates!
Covered are such subjects as:
Is Genesis Relevant Today?
Did God Create in 6 Literal Days?
Why is There Death & Suffering
Is There Really a God?
Do Animals Evolve?
Where Did the Races Come From?
Dinosaurs - In the Bible?
Fossils & the Flood
Raising Godly Children
How can we Evangelize a Secular World?
The Answers in Genesis ministry has been very generous to allow us to copy their material for use in the jails. The inmates are growing in their faith and reaching their fellow inmates for Christ!
I encourage you to visit AiG at http://www.answersingenesis.org
Will your Christianity stand the test of time?
Download it! Take it to the jail!
http://waysidecross.org/newlife/files/The-Test-of-Time.pdf
PRAISES & PRAYER REQUESTS
•Please pray for the Kendall County Jail staff, as they're having some difficulty in getting ready to start their new & improved volunteer program.
•Please pray for the Illinois Prison Counselors who have expressed a desire to host our 2-Day "Dads Classes" Seminar, that they'll be able to receive the necessary permissions to invite us.
•Praise God for the growth of the New Life Corrections Ministry, and please pray God will provide increased income to allow the hiring of an assistant for Chaplain Tom.
•Please pray that as more & more inmates are exposed to the Gospel, that God will be drawing more of them to life-changing faith in Jesus Christ.
Please consider supporting the NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY. You could visit our website, www.waysidecross.org, and click on the Red Heart, or you could please send a check to New Life Corrections, 215 East New York Street, Aurora IL 60505.
THANK YOU!
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April 30, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL, April 30, 2011
6 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
TRANSFORMING INCARCERATED DADS
CLASS 1
An Historical Perspective of Fathering
God's Plan to Solve the Problem Pride,
Humility & Grac Re-building Trust
CLASS 2
What is a Real Man?
Self-Worth Setting Goals
CLASS 3
Spirituality,
Religion & Christianity
Christianity & Change
CLASS 4
Handling Anger
Conflict
Resolution
Self-Control
Alcohol & Drugs
CLASS 5
Empathy
Providing
Treasure
More "Distant Dad" Activities
CLASS 6
Relationships
Marriage,Love & Lust
CLASS 7
The Perfect Father
How did I Learn to be a Dad?
Being a Good Example
CLASS 8
Dad is a Leader,
A Servant-Leader
Discipline
CLASS 9
Fireproof, the Movie
Awarding of Certificates of Completion
As a member of the "Road Team," you'll be expected to facilitate a small group between the classes, and if you want to, you may also lead one of the 8 classes. Class material is provided, and you'll have the freedom, under the Headship of the Holy Spirit, to not stick strictly just to the prepared material.
We also pay our own expenses - motel, some meals, & gas.
SEEKING ADDITIONAL "ROAD TEAM" MEMBERS
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,
• Hopefully spark an interest in the men to become better Dads, break the generational cycle of crime, reduce recidivism, and
• Hopefully spark an interest in the Prison Staff to welcome the year-long Malachi Dads' Program.
Our first "Road Team" adventure consisted of four of us going to the Robinson Correctional Center (prison) in Robinson, Illinois, on April 4th & 5th, 2011.
There we presented our "Dads' Classes" in a 2-Day Seminar format to 60 eager inmates. I asked the inmates up front if they were aware that the teaching would be "Bible-based & Christ-centered." They enthusiastically assured me that's what they expected.
George King:
"I found that the time we spent together was very enjoyable and rewarding. What was accomplished more than achieved all of our expectations. It was the perfect way to reach out and I felt we really touched the lives of the men. In fact they asked if we are coming back and said they would spread the word how helpful we were to them." Well, not only did the inmates like the material, the staff enthusiastically invited us to come back in 6 months! They plan to move us to a bigger room, anticipating a crowd of 80-100 inmates! We have scheduled the next 2-Day Seminar at Robinson for October 17th & 18th.
Dave Haidle:
"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." Between the classes, we had small-group discussions of the material, and with just 4 leaders, the small groups weren't so small. So, you can understand our need for more leaders! We're praying for 6 more men to join us!
Brian Polencheck:
"I think I believed that most of the inmates would be there as a way to have this look good on their record. What I found was that the majority really wanted to learn how to be a good fathers and men. I could see the hurt in many of their eyes and voices because of not having those relationships with their children and wives. I believe many really had no idea how to fix the hurt and pain they had or inflicted on those they cared about. I also discovered, after experiencing the small group sessions, how many of these men had no father or male role models and the ones they had were quite the opposite of good role models. I wondered how I would have turned out if I would have experienced the same as them. I realized I could be in their place."
We need 6 additional men for our "Road Team" to Robinson Prison on October 17-18.
PLEASE PRAY that more prisons will welcome us to do our Dads' Classes as a 2-Day Seminar.
PLEASE PRAY that God works in the hearts of the inmates & staff, that the Gospel is clearly heard & that many men receive Jesus Christ as their Savior & Lord.
PLEASE PRAY for more volunteers to join our "Road Team." I've already heard "unofficially" from counselors in two more prisons - Pontiac & Dixon - that they're seeking approval for the 2-Day Seminar. If you want to be a volunteer on our "Road Team," please contact Chaplain Tom at tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
PLEASE PRAY about supporting the New Life Corrections Ministry financially. We're really in need of monthly contributors. If you could make a donation, perhaps the easiest way is to visit our website www.waysidecross.org, then click on the Red Heart. Please designate for New Life Corrections. THANK YOU!
TRANSFORMING INCARCERATED DADS
CLASS 1
An Historical Perspective of Fathering
God's Plan to Solve the Problem Pride,
Humility & Grac Re-building Trust
CLASS 2
What is a Real Man?
Self-Worth Setting Goals
CLASS 3
Spirituality,
Religion & Christianity
Christianity & Change
CLASS 4
Handling Anger
Conflict
Resolution
Self-Control
Alcohol & Drugs
CLASS 5
Empathy
Providing
Treasure
More "Distant Dad" Activities
CLASS 6
Relationships
Marriage,Love & Lust
CLASS 7
The Perfect Father
How did I Learn to be a Dad?
Being a Good Example
CLASS 8
Dad is a Leader,
A Servant-Leader
Discipline
CLASS 9
Fireproof, the Movie
Awarding of Certificates of Completion
As a member of the "Road Team," you'll be expected to facilitate a small group between the classes, and if you want to, you may also lead one of the 8 classes. Class material is provided, and you'll have the freedom, under the Headship of the Holy Spirit, to not stick strictly just to the prepared material.
We also pay our own expenses - motel, some meals, & gas.
SEEKING ADDITIONAL "ROAD TEAM" MEMBERS
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,
• Hopefully spark an interest in the men to become better Dads, break the generational cycle of crime, reduce recidivism, and
• Hopefully spark an interest in the Prison Staff to welcome the year-long Malachi Dads' Program.
Our first "Road Team" adventure consisted of four of us going to the Robinson Correctional Center (prison) in Robinson, Illinois, on April 4th & 5th, 2011.
There we presented our "Dads' Classes" in a 2-Day Seminar format to 60 eager inmates. I asked the inmates up front if they were aware that the teaching would be "Bible-based & Christ-centered." They enthusiastically assured me that's what they expected.
George King:
"I found that the time we spent together was very enjoyable and rewarding. What was accomplished more than achieved all of our expectations. It was the perfect way to reach out and I felt we really touched the lives of the men. In fact they asked if we are coming back and said they would spread the word how helpful we were to them." Well, not only did the inmates like the material, the staff enthusiastically invited us to come back in 6 months! They plan to move us to a bigger room, anticipating a crowd of 80-100 inmates! We have scheduled the next 2-Day Seminar at Robinson for October 17th & 18th.
Dave Haidle:
"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." Between the classes, we had small-group discussions of the material, and with just 4 leaders, the small groups weren't so small. So, you can understand our need for more leaders! We're praying for 6 more men to join us!
Brian Polencheck:
"I think I believed that most of the inmates would be there as a way to have this look good on their record. What I found was that the majority really wanted to learn how to be a good fathers and men. I could see the hurt in many of their eyes and voices because of not having those relationships with their children and wives. I believe many really had no idea how to fix the hurt and pain they had or inflicted on those they cared about. I also discovered, after experiencing the small group sessions, how many of these men had no father or male role models and the ones they had were quite the opposite of good role models. I wondered how I would have turned out if I would have experienced the same as them. I realized I could be in their place."
We need 6 additional men for our "Road Team" to Robinson Prison on October 17-18.
PLEASE PRAY that more prisons will welcome us to do our Dads' Classes as a 2-Day Seminar.
PLEASE PRAY that God works in the hearts of the inmates & staff, that the Gospel is clearly heard & that many men receive Jesus Christ as their Savior & Lord.
PLEASE PRAY for more volunteers to join our "Road Team." I've already heard "unofficially" from counselors in two more prisons - Pontiac & Dixon - that they're seeking approval for the 2-Day Seminar. If you want to be a volunteer on our "Road Team," please contact Chaplain Tom at tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
PLEASE PRAY about supporting the New Life Corrections Ministry financially. We're really in need of monthly contributors. If you could make a donation, perhaps the easiest way is to visit our website www.waysidecross.org, then click on the Red Heart. Please designate for New Life Corrections. THANK YOU!
April 10, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA,IL, April, 10, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA,IL, April, 10, 2011
TRANSFORMING INCARCERATED DADS
CLASS 1
An Historical Perspective of Fathering
God's Plan to
Solve the Problem Pride, Humility & Grace Re-building Trust
CLASS 2
What is a Real Man? Self-Worth
Setting Goals
CLASS 3
Spirituality, Religion & Christianity
Christianity & Change
CLASS 4
Handling Anger
Conflict Resolution
Self-Control
Alcohol & Drugs
CLASS 5
Empathy
Providing Treasure
More "Distant Dad" Activities
CLASS 6
Relationships
Sex, Marriage,
Love & Lust
CLASS 7
The Perfect Father
How did I Learn
to be a Dad?
Being a Good Example
CLASS 8
Dad is a Leader,
A Servant-Leader
Discipline
CLASS 9
Fireproof, the Movie
April 2nd - MINISTRY TRAINING SEMINAR
There's just nothing like a bunch of "Jail People" getting together! Chaplain Tom is convinced it's the closest thing to Heaven! our friend Rich Hines from ChaplainHelp.org, a division of Aurora Ministries (Bradenton, Florida) visited us again. This is Rich's 3rd Seminar here, and as usual, God was glorified, and He was enthusiastically received, by a record crowd of 76 Jail & Prison Ministry devotees!
And, thanks to the men on the Master's Touch Program at Wayside Cross, and their leaders George Bavas & Mike Cipely, we were all treated like royalty. They provided us with a well-furnished venue, coffee, snacks, and a great lunch! Many of the Master's Touch men who served us were just recently doing time in some of our jails & prisons, and are now involved in our Bible-based, Christ-centered aftercare.
April 4-5 - DADS' SEMINAR
Robinson, Illinois
Most of the Illinois Prisons are just a bit far for us to drive for weekly Dads' Classes. So, our "Road Team" went to Robinson, Illinois - about five hours south of Chicagoland - to present the classes in a 2-Day Seminar. There, thanks to our friend Dr. Dee Dee Brookhart, the Clinical Services Supervisor at the Robinson Prison, we were able to spend two days in prison with 60 respectful & grateful inmates.
ROAD TEAM - Brian Polencheck, Dave Haidle, Chaplain Tom, George King
The photo was taken at an Italian restaurant in Robinson, a welcome relief to Brian after his first "prison food."
It was an honor & a privilege to follow in the footsteps of John the Baptist and introduce the Robiinson prison inmates to "the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world" (John 1:29).
Please pray that more prisons will welcome us to do our Dads' Classes as a 2-Day Seminar. And, if you want to be a volunteer on our "Road Team" to other prisons, please contact Chaplain Tom at tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
And from our Stateville Dads' Class:
Gregory
I pray for the love of my kids and their family as well as mine. My Mom, Dad, Sister, Brother and their kids. In Jesus name we ask God and give thanks for. I ask in the name of the Father and Son. God is good. Thank you.
Terrence
Family, Case, Faith, and School
Marcus
I ask that you pray for me as well as for my family. My sister is dealing with a heart condition while pregnant with her third child. I ask God to continue to keep her healthy and allow her to persevere through it all. Continue to give me strength to overcome each obstacle that I may face each day. Deliver me from this place and allow me to do Your will. Amen. Thank you.
Larry
Please pray for me to continue in my walk towards the righteous and my heart to be open and compassionate towards others. Also pray for my children and I do want to have healthy relationships with them. Pray for my brothers and sisters, my lady and her children, my cousin, aunts and uncles, my friends, my teachers, my classmates and the corrections staff. Please pray that God helps me keep my sanity up in here. and that I continue to be humble. Amen. And please pray for my cell mate. He really needs it.
One last item: Please pray about supporting the New Life Corrections Ministry financially. We're really in need of monthly contributors. If you could make a donation, perhaps the easiest way is to visit our website www.waysidecross.org, then click on the Red Heart. THANK YOU!
TRANSFORMING INCARCERATED DADS
CLASS 1
An Historical Perspective of Fathering
God's Plan to
Solve the Problem Pride, Humility & Grace Re-building Trust
CLASS 2
What is a Real Man? Self-Worth
Setting Goals
CLASS 3
Spirituality, Religion & Christianity
Christianity & Change
CLASS 4
Handling Anger
Conflict Resolution
Self-Control
Alcohol & Drugs
CLASS 5
Empathy
Providing Treasure
More "Distant Dad" Activities
CLASS 6
Relationships
Sex, Marriage,
Love & Lust
CLASS 7
The Perfect Father
How did I Learn
to be a Dad?
Being a Good Example
CLASS 8
Dad is a Leader,
A Servant-Leader
Discipline
CLASS 9
Fireproof, the Movie
April 2nd - MINISTRY TRAINING SEMINAR
There's just nothing like a bunch of "Jail People" getting together! Chaplain Tom is convinced it's the closest thing to Heaven! our friend Rich Hines from ChaplainHelp.org, a division of Aurora Ministries (Bradenton, Florida) visited us again. This is Rich's 3rd Seminar here, and as usual, God was glorified, and He was enthusiastically received, by a record crowd of 76 Jail & Prison Ministry devotees!
And, thanks to the men on the Master's Touch Program at Wayside Cross, and their leaders George Bavas & Mike Cipely, we were all treated like royalty. They provided us with a well-furnished venue, coffee, snacks, and a great lunch! Many of the Master's Touch men who served us were just recently doing time in some of our jails & prisons, and are now involved in our Bible-based, Christ-centered aftercare.
April 4-5 - DADS' SEMINAR
Robinson, Illinois
Most of the Illinois Prisons are just a bit far for us to drive for weekly Dads' Classes. So, our "Road Team" went to Robinson, Illinois - about five hours south of Chicagoland - to present the classes in a 2-Day Seminar. There, thanks to our friend Dr. Dee Dee Brookhart, the Clinical Services Supervisor at the Robinson Prison, we were able to spend two days in prison with 60 respectful & grateful inmates.
ROAD TEAM - Brian Polencheck, Dave Haidle, Chaplain Tom, George King
The photo was taken at an Italian restaurant in Robinson, a welcome relief to Brian after his first "prison food."
It was an honor & a privilege to follow in the footsteps of John the Baptist and introduce the Robiinson prison inmates to "the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world" (John 1:29).
Please pray that more prisons will welcome us to do our Dads' Classes as a 2-Day Seminar. And, if you want to be a volunteer on our "Road Team" to other prisons, please contact Chaplain Tom at tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
And from our Stateville Dads' Class:
Gregory
I pray for the love of my kids and their family as well as mine. My Mom, Dad, Sister, Brother and their kids. In Jesus name we ask God and give thanks for. I ask in the name of the Father and Son. God is good. Thank you.
Terrence
Family, Case, Faith, and School
Marcus
I ask that you pray for me as well as for my family. My sister is dealing with a heart condition while pregnant with her third child. I ask God to continue to keep her healthy and allow her to persevere through it all. Continue to give me strength to overcome each obstacle that I may face each day. Deliver me from this place and allow me to do Your will. Amen. Thank you.
Larry
Please pray for me to continue in my walk towards the righteous and my heart to be open and compassionate towards others. Also pray for my children and I do want to have healthy relationships with them. Pray for my brothers and sisters, my lady and her children, my cousin, aunts and uncles, my friends, my teachers, my classmates and the corrections staff. Please pray that God helps me keep my sanity up in here. and that I continue to be humble. Amen. And please pray for my cell mate. He really needs it.
One last item: Please pray about supporting the New Life Corrections Ministry financially. We're really in need of monthly contributors. If you could make a donation, perhaps the easiest way is to visit our website www.waysidecross.org, then click on the Red Heart. THANK YOU!
April 1, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA, IL, March 30, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA, IL, March 30, 2011
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED DuPage Youth Home (Wheaton) This is a small facility, housing about 30 or so boys & girls, usually about 12 - 16 years old. We have a weekly Bible Study on Sundays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. For more information, and for an application, please visit http://dyhbiblestudy.com/
MINISTRY PRAYER REQUESTS We have a VERY BUSY week coming up, with 70+ people registered for our Ministry Training Seminar on Saturday (2nd), then another 60+ men registered for our 2-Day Dads' Classes Seminar in Robinson Prison on Monday & Tuesday, then 40+ teen boys expected at our Movie Night at the IL Youth Center on Thursday (7th). This is in addition fo our regular classes. Please pray that the Gospel is clearly presented & the hearers are drawn closer to our Lord Jesus Christ. Also, please pray that God will replace Chaplain Tom's minivan before it gets too expensive to repair, and that God will raise up His leaders to volunteer in the DuPage Youth Home (above).
INMATES REACHING INMATES FOR CHRIST! "Purpose Driven Life" in Jail "The day I wrote you I found this amazing book, 'The Purpose Driven Life' by Rick Warren. That said, it has really given me the faith to trust God, I mean really trust Him... P.S. 'A Purpose Driven Life' is an amazing book. I've read it 2 times now. And for some reason our jail has an amazing amount of these books. So, me and 5 others on my block are deep in discussion. Definitely a good read." I received this in a letter from a DeKalb County Jail inmate. The reason the jail has "an amazing amount of these books" is that we supplied them with a case of the books - a case that was one of many cases supplied to us by the Pace family in Oklahoma. I've watched God use this book to spark many inmates to interest in the things of God. It's been my honor to help these inmates build on their interest through one-on-one counseling, classes, and Bible Lessons. And what a blessing that many inmate-driven Bible Studies have begun after their group discussions of Purpose Driven Life. It sure beats having them just watching TV, playing cards and conjuring ways to annoy the Correctional Officers all day!
"Bear" is changing!
I am a 35-year old man who has been through a lot, living in sin and keeping company with the wicked. I used drugs and alcohol to "blur out" pain from being abused and abandoned as a kid. I fueled myself with anger, ego, and self-centeredness. I joined a gang at a young age and have been shot three times and stabbed, almost losing my life in fights, overdosing on drugs, and in driving accidents. I was always on the move, looking to make more money, because I made money my "god." Oh, how wrong I was! The only clarity I had came from people who told me to "find Jesus and walk in His light." But I ignored them and chose to keep on sinning. As a result, I lost my belongs, my family, and now, my freedom. I am very ashamed as I've not been much of a role model for my four children. I am currently in the DuPage County Jail. I was ashamed to pick up a Bible and ask for help - I felt like a hypocrite. But, my Heavenly Father sent inmates in my path, who encouraged me with a book called Purpose Driven Life. I currently attend four Bible classes every week and a Christian Dads Class, that help me be a better follower of Jesus Christ and to teach my children to walk in the right path. I'm headed for Prison, but I've learned a lot here. When I'm faced with adversity, I pick up my Bible and read Ephesians 6 - the Armor of God. I trust Jesus and will walk in His ways the rest of my life. - Bear
Sateville Dads' Prayer Requests
Gregory - I pray for the love of my kids, for them to let me back in their lives please. Thank you Jesus.
Larry - Just pray that I can get through this turbulent time in my life. Pray for my family. Pray for my enemies if I have any. Please pray that I stand fast in continuing to read the Word, so my life will continue to change for the better for my grandchildren's sake. I love them even though I have never met them. I long to see them and if it's the will of God, then it will be done. Amen. Pray for me!
Albert - I need you to pray for 4 of my kids that are in jail, and ask God to look over them, and bless them, and let them know that I love them.
Terrance - Please pray for my family, my case, my faith, & righteousness.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED DuPage Youth Home (Wheaton) This is a small facility, housing about 30 or so boys & girls, usually about 12 - 16 years old. We have a weekly Bible Study on Sundays from 5:30 to 6:30 PM. For more information, and for an application, please visit http://dyhbiblestudy.com/
MINISTRY PRAYER REQUESTS We have a VERY BUSY week coming up, with 70+ people registered for our Ministry Training Seminar on Saturday (2nd), then another 60+ men registered for our 2-Day Dads' Classes Seminar in Robinson Prison on Monday & Tuesday, then 40+ teen boys expected at our Movie Night at the IL Youth Center on Thursday (7th). This is in addition fo our regular classes. Please pray that the Gospel is clearly presented & the hearers are drawn closer to our Lord Jesus Christ. Also, please pray that God will replace Chaplain Tom's minivan before it gets too expensive to repair, and that God will raise up His leaders to volunteer in the DuPage Youth Home (above).
INMATES REACHING INMATES FOR CHRIST! "Purpose Driven Life" in Jail "The day I wrote you I found this amazing book, 'The Purpose Driven Life' by Rick Warren. That said, it has really given me the faith to trust God, I mean really trust Him... P.S. 'A Purpose Driven Life' is an amazing book. I've read it 2 times now. And for some reason our jail has an amazing amount of these books. So, me and 5 others on my block are deep in discussion. Definitely a good read." I received this in a letter from a DeKalb County Jail inmate. The reason the jail has "an amazing amount of these books" is that we supplied them with a case of the books - a case that was one of many cases supplied to us by the Pace family in Oklahoma. I've watched God use this book to spark many inmates to interest in the things of God. It's been my honor to help these inmates build on their interest through one-on-one counseling, classes, and Bible Lessons. And what a blessing that many inmate-driven Bible Studies have begun after their group discussions of Purpose Driven Life. It sure beats having them just watching TV, playing cards and conjuring ways to annoy the Correctional Officers all day!
"Bear" is changing!
I am a 35-year old man who has been through a lot, living in sin and keeping company with the wicked. I used drugs and alcohol to "blur out" pain from being abused and abandoned as a kid. I fueled myself with anger, ego, and self-centeredness. I joined a gang at a young age and have been shot three times and stabbed, almost losing my life in fights, overdosing on drugs, and in driving accidents. I was always on the move, looking to make more money, because I made money my "god." Oh, how wrong I was! The only clarity I had came from people who told me to "find Jesus and walk in His light." But I ignored them and chose to keep on sinning. As a result, I lost my belongs, my family, and now, my freedom. I am very ashamed as I've not been much of a role model for my four children. I am currently in the DuPage County Jail. I was ashamed to pick up a Bible and ask for help - I felt like a hypocrite. But, my Heavenly Father sent inmates in my path, who encouraged me with a book called Purpose Driven Life. I currently attend four Bible classes every week and a Christian Dads Class, that help me be a better follower of Jesus Christ and to teach my children to walk in the right path. I'm headed for Prison, but I've learned a lot here. When I'm faced with adversity, I pick up my Bible and read Ephesians 6 - the Armor of God. I trust Jesus and will walk in His ways the rest of my life. - Bear
Sateville Dads' Prayer Requests
Gregory - I pray for the love of my kids, for them to let me back in their lives please. Thank you Jesus.
Larry - Just pray that I can get through this turbulent time in my life. Pray for my family. Pray for my enemies if I have any. Please pray that I stand fast in continuing to read the Word, so my life will continue to change for the better for my grandchildren's sake. I love them even though I have never met them. I long to see them and if it's the will of God, then it will be done. Amen. Pray for me!
Albert - I need you to pray for 4 of my kids that are in jail, and ask God to look over them, and bless them, and let them know that I love them.
Terrance - Please pray for my family, my case, my faith, & righteousness.
March 16, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL, March 16, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL, March 16, 2011
The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because he has anointed Me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.
- Luke 4:18-19
When He saw the crowds, He had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said to His disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest field.”
- Matthew 9:36-38
LAST CALL FOR KENDALL COUNTY JAIL VOLUNTEERS!
Application Deadline: March 31, 2011
All who's applications are approved will be contacted for security training in April.
WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES
The plan is to have enough inter-denominational services on Saturdays & Sundays to offer every inmate the opportunity for weekly church.
CHAPLAINCY SERVICES
The plan is to have enough volunteer Chaplains to take a Book Cart with Bibles, other literature & pastoral counseling to every inmate every week.
DADS' CLASSES
The plan is to have teams of volunteers using the same "Malachi Dads" classes used in many of our neighboring counties' jails.
MOMS' CLASSES
The plan is to have a team of volunteers using "Heart's Song, a Bible-based curriculum also used in the Kane County Jail.
For Volunteer Applications, please email Chaplain Tom.
tbeatty@waysidecross.org. in time to have your application submitted before March 31st.
The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because he has anointed Me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.
- Luke 4:18-19
When He saw the crowds, He had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then He said to His disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into His harvest field.”
- Matthew 9:36-38
LAST CALL FOR KENDALL COUNTY JAIL VOLUNTEERS!
Application Deadline: March 31, 2011
All who's applications are approved will be contacted for security training in April.
WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES
The plan is to have enough inter-denominational services on Saturdays & Sundays to offer every inmate the opportunity for weekly church.
CHAPLAINCY SERVICES
The plan is to have enough volunteer Chaplains to take a Book Cart with Bibles, other literature & pastoral counseling to every inmate every week.
DADS' CLASSES
The plan is to have teams of volunteers using the same "Malachi Dads" classes used in many of our neighboring counties' jails.
MOMS' CLASSES
The plan is to have a team of volunteers using "Heart's Song, a Bible-based curriculum also used in the Kane County Jail.
For Volunteer Applications, please email Chaplain Tom.
tbeatty@waysidecross.org. in time to have your application submitted before March 31st.
March 11, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL, March 10, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL, March 10, 2011
KENDALL COUNTY JAIL volunteers needed!
VOLUNTEER CHAPLAINS
(to fit your schedule)
WORSHIP SERVICE LEADERS
(Saturdays & Sundays)
PARENTING CLASSES
CO-LEADERS
Dads on Wed., 2-4 PM
Moms on Fri., 9 - 11 AM
Email Chaplain Tom
more information!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
Spanish books needed
In the Kane County Jail we have a "Book Cart" ministry, supplying Christian books, literature, Bibles, Bible Lessons, and one-on-one counseling. Many of the inmates speak & read only Spanish, yet we have very few Spanish books.
Please email Chaplain Tom to donate books.tbeatty@waysidecross.org
Illinois Youth Center
(Saint Charles)
MOVIE NIGHT
1st Thursdays, begins
April 7th, 5 PM with FACING THE GIANTS.
This is an answer to prayer! Please pray God open the hearts of the kids to the Gospel!
http://chaplainhelp.org/
One-Day Jail & Prison Ministry Training Seminar
April 2, 2011
9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 East New York Street, Aurora IL 60505
CORRECTIONAL CHAPLAINCY FROM A BIBLICAL POINT OF VIEW
NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY,
please use this link
http://www.waysidecross.org
- then, click on the Red Heart.
THANK YOU &
GOD BLESS YOU!
CHRISTIANS HAVE THE ANSWER!
The WHOLE answer! We MUST tell 'em!
We observe that over 90% of local jail inmates are involved with drugs and alcohol, with sex-related crimes and crimes of violence. A study of the Scriptures reveals that these are spiritual problems. Unfortunately, too many dealing with these problems rarely use the Scriptures. They don’t know that the Scriptures are living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart. The power of the Creator is present in the words of Scripture. This power is desperately needed to break the bondage of sin.
Our experience is that changing behaviors is not the answer. We believe that the “heart” of a person has to be changed, and when the heart is changed, the result is changed behavior. Education and behavior modification do not solve the problem. (If they did, I don’t think we would have a any problems today with teen sexual activity, drug- or alcohol-abuse, racial prejudice, domestic violence, or any of the other problems on which our government has spent billions of dollars.) We must combat these moral and spiritual problems by assaulting “the gates of hell” with the glorious,life-changing gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ If we Christians don't take them the answer, who will?
The Feb. 19th team into Stateville NRC visited about 1000 inmates, holding out their candles as the light of the world.
There is a candle in every soul;
Some brightly burning, some dark and cold.
There is a Spirit who brings fire
Ignites a candle and makes His home.
Carry your candle, run to the darkness,
Seek out the hopeless, confused and torn.
Hold out your candle for all to see it.
Take your candle, and go light your world!
Take your candle, and go light your world!
- Kathy Trocoli
J & P Ministry Training Seminar on April 2nd,
on delivering the WHOLE answer.
The Seminar is FREE! Reservations are required!
Email your Seminar Registration
before the March 26 deadline -
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
"DADS CLASSES"
in a 2-Day Seminar!
Sometimes, it's tough to fit another weekly class into the Jail's or Prison's schedule. With this in mind, on April 4th & 5th, we are presenting our first 2-Day Seminar. We'll present the Dads' Classes at Robinson Correctional Center in Robinson, IL. Please pray for us in this new format. We'll provide you with a report after the seminar.
PRAYER REQUESTS
For volunteers at the Kendall County Jail.
For a minivan for Chaplain Tom (many miles between jails has his old one requiring frequent & expensive repair).
For the One-Day Seminar to be well-attended & for us attendees to be equipped.
For Spanish books - clean, moral novels, mysteries, biographies, Bibles, etc.
For the 2-Day Seminar to be well-received & the Gospel well-communicated.
For the "Movie Night" to be well-received by the teenagers & the Gospel to be communicated & lives to be changed!
KENDALL COUNTY JAIL volunteers needed!
VOLUNTEER CHAPLAINS
(to fit your schedule)
WORSHIP SERVICE LEADERS
(Saturdays & Sundays)
PARENTING CLASSES
CO-LEADERS
Dads on Wed., 2-4 PM
Moms on Fri., 9 - 11 AM
Email Chaplain Tom
more information!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
Spanish books needed
In the Kane County Jail we have a "Book Cart" ministry, supplying Christian books, literature, Bibles, Bible Lessons, and one-on-one counseling. Many of the inmates speak & read only Spanish, yet we have very few Spanish books.
Please email Chaplain Tom to donate books.tbeatty@waysidecross.org
Illinois Youth Center
(Saint Charles)
MOVIE NIGHT
1st Thursdays, begins
April 7th, 5 PM with FACING THE GIANTS.
This is an answer to prayer! Please pray God open the hearts of the kids to the Gospel!
http://chaplainhelp.org/
One-Day Jail & Prison Ministry Training Seminar
April 2, 2011
9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 East New York Street, Aurora IL 60505
CORRECTIONAL CHAPLAINCY FROM A BIBLICAL POINT OF VIEW
NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY,
please use this link
http://www.waysidecross.org
- then, click on the Red Heart.
THANK YOU &
GOD BLESS YOU!
CHRISTIANS HAVE THE ANSWER!
The WHOLE answer! We MUST tell 'em!
We observe that over 90% of local jail inmates are involved with drugs and alcohol, with sex-related crimes and crimes of violence. A study of the Scriptures reveals that these are spiritual problems. Unfortunately, too many dealing with these problems rarely use the Scriptures. They don’t know that the Scriptures are living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing as far as the division of soul and spirit and able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart. The power of the Creator is present in the words of Scripture. This power is desperately needed to break the bondage of sin.
Our experience is that changing behaviors is not the answer. We believe that the “heart” of a person has to be changed, and when the heart is changed, the result is changed behavior. Education and behavior modification do not solve the problem. (If they did, I don’t think we would have a any problems today with teen sexual activity, drug- or alcohol-abuse, racial prejudice, domestic violence, or any of the other problems on which our government has spent billions of dollars.) We must combat these moral and spiritual problems by assaulting “the gates of hell” with the glorious,life-changing gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ If we Christians don't take them the answer, who will?
The Feb. 19th team into Stateville NRC visited about 1000 inmates, holding out their candles as the light of the world.
There is a candle in every soul;
Some brightly burning, some dark and cold.
There is a Spirit who brings fire
Ignites a candle and makes His home.
Carry your candle, run to the darkness,
Seek out the hopeless, confused and torn.
Hold out your candle for all to see it.
Take your candle, and go light your world!
Take your candle, and go light your world!
- Kathy Trocoli
J & P Ministry Training Seminar on April 2nd,
on delivering the WHOLE answer.
The Seminar is FREE! Reservations are required!
Email your Seminar Registration
before the March 26 deadline -
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
"DADS CLASSES"
in a 2-Day Seminar!
Sometimes, it's tough to fit another weekly class into the Jail's or Prison's schedule. With this in mind, on April 4th & 5th, we are presenting our first 2-Day Seminar. We'll present the Dads' Classes at Robinson Correctional Center in Robinson, IL. Please pray for us in this new format. We'll provide you with a report after the seminar.
PRAYER REQUESTS
For volunteers at the Kendall County Jail.
For a minivan for Chaplain Tom (many miles between jails has his old one requiring frequent & expensive repair).
For the One-Day Seminar to be well-attended & for us attendees to be equipped.
For Spanish books - clean, moral novels, mysteries, biographies, Bibles, etc.
For the 2-Day Seminar to be well-received & the Gospel well-communicated.
For the "Movie Night" to be well-received by the teenagers & the Gospel to be communicated & lives to be changed!
February 27, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL, February 27, 2011
Upcoming
One-Day
Jail Ministry Training Seminar
CORRECTIONAL CHAPLAINCY
FROM A
BIBLICAL POINT OF VIEW
April 2, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 E. New York St., Aurora IL 60505
SESSION 1
The Chaplain's Role & Model in Personal Evangelism
SESSION 2
Basic Best Practices in Jail Ministry
SESSION 3
Chaplains Need To Show Unity In Biblical Theology
SESSION 4
Spiritual Fatherhood
ATTENDANCE CERTIFICATES AWARDED
COST: FREE!
Even lunch is provided!
Freewill offerings will be accepted gratefully.
FREE MINISTRY MATERIALS
RESERVATIONS DEADLINE - MARCH 26th
Email Chaplain Tom at
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
This Seminar is not on Jail Security. This training is not required in order to volunteer in the Jails, but is aimed at helping us be better-equipped to MINISTER as ambassadors for Christ.
KENDALL COUNTY JAIL
TAKES A GIANT STEP!
After some years of having very little volunteer activity (resulting from having some "bad apple" volunteers abusing their privileges), this month, the Kendall County Jail is accepting volunteer applications for a number of new programs.
Kendall County Public Safety Center
1102 Cornell Lane, Yorkville IL 60560
WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES are planned for all inmates to be able to attend every week, to be held on Saturdays & Sundays. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
VOLUNTEER CHAPLAINS to take a Book Cart to all inmates, every week, providing Bibles, Christian books, Bible Lessons, literature, & prayer. These Volunteer Chaplains can also provide Pastoral Counseling upon request. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
WEEKLY CHRISTIAN PARENTING CLASSES for men ("Malachi Dads") & women ("Heart's Song"). VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
CHRISTIANS! This is a fantastic opportunity! And with opportunity comes responsibility. God is giving an opportunity and the responsibility to make a huge difference in the lives of our neighbors!
"A different world cannot be built by indifferent people." (Nelson Mandela)
If you are interested, please step up to be involved! If you cannot be personally involved, please be praying! "The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest that He would send out laborers into His harvest."
Volunteer Applications will be accepted this month, and all who's applications are approved will be required to attend Jail Volunteer Security Training to be scheduled in April. For a volunteer application, please email Chaplain Tom at
tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
PLEASE HELP us get the word out! Please forward this to all who may possibly be interested in volunteering in the Kendall County Jail! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED NOW!
YOU CAN FIND OUT MORE about the NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at www.waysidecross.org/newlife. CHAPLAIN TOM is available to come to churches, Sunday School Classes, Bible Studies, and civic groups to speak about the Jail Ministry. The best way to reach Chaplain Tom is by email at tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
One-Day
Jail Ministry Training Seminar
CORRECTIONAL CHAPLAINCY
FROM A
BIBLICAL POINT OF VIEW
April 2, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 E. New York St., Aurora IL 60505
SESSION 1
The Chaplain's Role & Model in Personal Evangelism
SESSION 2
Basic Best Practices in Jail Ministry
SESSION 3
Chaplains Need To Show Unity In Biblical Theology
SESSION 4
Spiritual Fatherhood
ATTENDANCE CERTIFICATES AWARDED
COST: FREE!
Even lunch is provided!
Freewill offerings will be accepted gratefully.
FREE MINISTRY MATERIALS
RESERVATIONS DEADLINE - MARCH 26th
Email Chaplain Tom at
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
This Seminar is not on Jail Security. This training is not required in order to volunteer in the Jails, but is aimed at helping us be better-equipped to MINISTER as ambassadors for Christ.
KENDALL COUNTY JAIL
TAKES A GIANT STEP!
After some years of having very little volunteer activity (resulting from having some "bad apple" volunteers abusing their privileges), this month, the Kendall County Jail is accepting volunteer applications for a number of new programs.
Kendall County Public Safety Center
1102 Cornell Lane, Yorkville IL 60560
WEEKLY WORSHIP SERVICES are planned for all inmates to be able to attend every week, to be held on Saturdays & Sundays. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
VOLUNTEER CHAPLAINS to take a Book Cart to all inmates, every week, providing Bibles, Christian books, Bible Lessons, literature, & prayer. These Volunteer Chaplains can also provide Pastoral Counseling upon request. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
WEEKLY CHRISTIAN PARENTING CLASSES for men ("Malachi Dads") & women ("Heart's Song"). VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
CHRISTIANS! This is a fantastic opportunity! And with opportunity comes responsibility. God is giving an opportunity and the responsibility to make a huge difference in the lives of our neighbors!
"A different world cannot be built by indifferent people." (Nelson Mandela)
If you are interested, please step up to be involved! If you cannot be personally involved, please be praying! "The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest that He would send out laborers into His harvest."
Volunteer Applications will be accepted this month, and all who's applications are approved will be required to attend Jail Volunteer Security Training to be scheduled in April. For a volunteer application, please email Chaplain Tom at
tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
PLEASE HELP us get the word out! Please forward this to all who may possibly be interested in volunteering in the Kendall County Jail! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED NOW!
YOU CAN FIND OUT MORE about the NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at www.waysidecross.org/newlife. CHAPLAIN TOM is available to come to churches, Sunday School Classes, Bible Studies, and civic groups to speak about the Jail Ministry. The best way to reach Chaplain Tom is by email at tbeatty@waysidecross.org.
February 17, 2011
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY
JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL February 17, 2011
Upcoming One-Day Training Seminar
April 2nd, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 E. New York St., Aurora IL
Speaker: Rich Hines
Cost: FREE!
Email Chaplain Tom to reserve a place!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
"Malachi Dads" volunteers needed!
Kane County Jail
Classes meet every Friday, 7:15 - 9:15 PM. Volunteer applications are being accepted now - the only time in 2011. Deadline: February 25, 2011.
Kendall County Jail
We're collecting a list of Kendall County male residents interested in this opportunity. Classes are NOT scheduled yet.
Email Chaplain Tom for
an application!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
Celebrate Recovery
volunteers needed
Kane County Jail
Tuesdays, 7 - 9:15 PM
Email Vicki for an application. Deadline: February 25, 2011.
lvinvest@comcast.net
Upcoming Jail & Prison Ministry Training Seminar
And please don't forget! If you're going to register for the One-Day Ministry Training Seminar, the deadline is March 26th.
Free ministry supplies!
Certificates of Completion awarded!
9 AM - 3:30 PM
at Wayside Cross Ministries
215 E. New York St.
Aurora Il 60505
Email Chaplain Tom
to register tbeatty@waysidecross.org
STATEVILLE PRISON MINISTRY
The Literature Distribution Ministry is in the "Intake Unit," where the newly-sentenced inmates are received into the Illinois Prison System. This ministry has indeed proven fruitful! On the 3rd Saturday of the month, a group of us visit 600 - 800 inmates, cell-to-cell, bringing the Gospel in word, action & literature. Rarely does an inmate turn down the opportunity for us to pray for them.
We've made some recent changes in the requirements for participants. We're now limited to 60 volunteers total, so we have a Waiting List of those wishing to join us. We're now requiring all Literature Distributors to actually enter the Prison at least twice per year, or your failure to actively participate will make room for someone on the waiting list.
The Feb. 5th Literature Distributors visited about 600 inmates!
If you'd like more information on this exciting ministry,
visit http://www.waysidecross.org/newlife/index.php, then click on MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES in the left-hand (blue) column.
Now in their 11th year, a group of Aurora Christians are working to bring the "biker crowd" to Jesus! May their tribe increase!
Are they "typical" Christians? What do you think? Of course they're not typical! But they are Bible-believing lovers of Jesus!
I encourage you to visit & watch their video at -
http://www.motorcyclesunday.com/Please pray about giving these folks some help. They need some cash to buy Bibles, and just to pay the expenses of offering this free rally. Please pray that many bikers come to know Jesus Christ.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
• Male volunteers interested in Dads' Classes at the Kendall County Jail.
• Kane County Jail volunteers for the Dads' Classes & for Celebrate Recovery.
• A minivan for Chaplain Tom (many miles between jails has his old one requiring frequent & expensive repair).
• The One-Day Seminar to be well-attended & beneficial to us ambassadors for Christ and the inmates & staff we serve.
• A job for recentlly-released Bill. A new Christian, he's living in St. Charles IL, and is experienced in construction, specifically as an ironworker.
AND FROM THE STATEVILLE DADS' CLASS -
Greg - I pray that my kids come to love me & forgive me for hurting them.
Marcus - I need prayer for God to continue to keep me strong & on the right path; that He keep my Mom under His wings as she prepares for surgery for a tumor in her head; that He will keep my family safe.
John - God has just blessed me with a breakthrough in my case, and I ask for prayer that my "one foot out the door" will be joined by my other foot so I can go home to my family.
Terence - That I can walk with God, and have victory over my temper & frustration. That God will watch over my family, and help with my case.
Anonymous - Please pray for my kids, my wife & myself, as well as my extended family.
Larry - Please pray that I can focus more on the Bible, that I can get correspondence with my grown children started, that my relationship with them can be repaired, and our hearts open to one another.
And, just for entertainment, watch the video at http://www.garynorth.com/public/6791.cfm
Upcoming One-Day Training Seminar
April 2nd, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 E. New York St., Aurora IL
Speaker: Rich Hines
Cost: FREE!
Email Chaplain Tom to reserve a place!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
"Malachi Dads" volunteers needed!
Kane County Jail
Classes meet every Friday, 7:15 - 9:15 PM. Volunteer applications are being accepted now - the only time in 2011. Deadline: February 25, 2011.
Kendall County Jail
We're collecting a list of Kendall County male residents interested in this opportunity. Classes are NOT scheduled yet.
Email Chaplain Tom for
an application!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org
Celebrate Recovery
volunteers needed
Kane County Jail
Tuesdays, 7 - 9:15 PM
Email Vicki for an application. Deadline: February 25, 2011.
lvinvest@comcast.net
Upcoming Jail & Prison Ministry Training Seminar
And please don't forget! If you're going to register for the One-Day Ministry Training Seminar, the deadline is March 26th.
Free ministry supplies!
Certificates of Completion awarded!
9 AM - 3:30 PM
at Wayside Cross Ministries
215 E. New York St.
Aurora Il 60505
Email Chaplain Tom
to register tbeatty@waysidecross.org
STATEVILLE PRISON MINISTRY
The Literature Distribution Ministry is in the "Intake Unit," where the newly-sentenced inmates are received into the Illinois Prison System. This ministry has indeed proven fruitful! On the 3rd Saturday of the month, a group of us visit 600 - 800 inmates, cell-to-cell, bringing the Gospel in word, action & literature. Rarely does an inmate turn down the opportunity for us to pray for them.
We've made some recent changes in the requirements for participants. We're now limited to 60 volunteers total, so we have a Waiting List of those wishing to join us. We're now requiring all Literature Distributors to actually enter the Prison at least twice per year, or your failure to actively participate will make room for someone on the waiting list.
The Feb. 5th Literature Distributors visited about 600 inmates!
If you'd like more information on this exciting ministry,
visit http://www.waysidecross.org/newlife/index.php, then click on MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES in the left-hand (blue) column.
Now in their 11th year, a group of Aurora Christians are working to bring the "biker crowd" to Jesus! May their tribe increase!
Are they "typical" Christians? What do you think? Of course they're not typical! But they are Bible-believing lovers of Jesus!
I encourage you to visit & watch their video at -
http://www.motorcyclesunday.com/Please pray about giving these folks some help. They need some cash to buy Bibles, and just to pay the expenses of offering this free rally. Please pray that many bikers come to know Jesus Christ.
PRAYER REQUESTS:
• Male volunteers interested in Dads' Classes at the Kendall County Jail.
• Kane County Jail volunteers for the Dads' Classes & for Celebrate Recovery.
• A minivan for Chaplain Tom (many miles between jails has his old one requiring frequent & expensive repair).
• The One-Day Seminar to be well-attended & beneficial to us ambassadors for Christ and the inmates & staff we serve.
• A job for recentlly-released Bill. A new Christian, he's living in St. Charles IL, and is experienced in construction, specifically as an ironworker.
AND FROM THE STATEVILLE DADS' CLASS -
Greg - I pray that my kids come to love me & forgive me for hurting them.
Marcus - I need prayer for God to continue to keep me strong & on the right path; that He keep my Mom under His wings as she prepares for surgery for a tumor in her head; that He will keep my family safe.
John - God has just blessed me with a breakthrough in my case, and I ask for prayer that my "one foot out the door" will be joined by my other foot so I can go home to my family.
Terence - That I can walk with God, and have victory over my temper & frustration. That God will watch over my family, and help with my case.
Anonymous - Please pray for my kids, my wife & myself, as well as my extended family.
Larry - Please pray that I can focus more on the Bible, that I can get correspondence with my grown children started, that my relationship with them can be repaired, and our hearts open to one another.
And, just for entertainment, watch the video at http://www.garynorth.com/public/6791.cfm
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