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FLORIDA MISSION TRIP UPDATE

Dear CMM family,
as most of you are aware I spent the month of March in the Florida prison system planting our Christ centered 10 steps program.  The trip was phenomenal. Attendance was better than we had hoped and we ran out of books.  I have been busy trying to fill orders.  We are in the process of putting to print a second edition. I traveled the entire Pan Handel and found myself just 4 miles from the Alabama border.  A visiting pastor from Alabama attended one of the workshops and has invited us to Alabama to plant this same program in their prison system. We are looking at doing this in January. These men and women’s hunger for the truth is both heartbreaking and encouraging at the same time.  Encouraging because it confirms we are where God wants us and heartbreaking because there was not enough time or materials and many we could not reach.
   Rochelle Fields joined me the last week of this trip.  Many probably remember Rochelle. She is one of the founding members of CMM and is a Messianic Jew.  Rochelle’s Jewish heritage added a new dimension to this trip. Her presence uncovered a deep need for Jewish evangelism in the prison system. There are many incarcerated Jews that feel no spiritual connection.  It was heart warming to look out into the audience to see Jewish brothers coming to Christ. There is a strong Jewish movement taking place behind the prison walls and we as Disciples of Christ need to press in. 
   I would like to share with you just one of the miracles that took place. As many of you know the main thrust with our 10 steps book is to show that Jesus Christ is the only true deliverer from sin addiction. There was one particular man in Jackson Correctional, well over six feet and not a skinny man to say the least, who was a life time AA believer.  It was evident that this man held much power over others and was a man not to be reckoned with.  This inmate approached me at the end of the first day anxious to do battle with me. While others were mingling about he began his attack.  He argued about the similarities with our book and AA.  “Yes there are many similarities”, I said.  He went on to say that our approach to recovery would not have saved him.  He said “I am here today because of AA” I thought to myself, and look where that is, but I held my tongue.  It was evident he wanted to argue.  I responded   “I am glad you are alive and here today to hear the truth.”  To my surprise he attended every session did not miss one day of the six hour a-day week long workshop.  The last day of our time together this man stood up with great authority and as tears began to well up in his eyes he spoke.
  “I will never, ever forget you Janna. I will never forget what I have learned. This last week has been the best week of my life. I will never forget what you have done. For the first time in my life I see what Christ is capable of, thank you.”  As he sat back down the room filled with the sound of hand claps, yelling, and tears.  A Disciple for Christ was born that day. I have no doubt this man of authority will win many souls for the Lord through Jesus Christ. 
  There are many more like this man in and out of prison.  It is sad that he had to come to prison to find the truth.  As Christians, it is our responsibility to present only the truth. This truth does not include telling others that any higher power can set you free.  This truth does not include telling others that you will always be an addict or an alcoholic.  Until the truth is presented the lie can not be revealed. Once the lie is revealed the sin can be uncovered. Once the sin is uncovered, it can be repented of.  This repentance is what leads to deliverance from sin.  A slave can not free them self. Only the master can free the slave.   Words can not describe the importance of continuing this prison program.  Your prayers and
financial support are needed now more than ever. Thank you for all you do. 

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS
A big thanks to Mark and Debbie Danford for their donation of over 100 dresses for the   
Prom Closet and special thanks to Debbie for sharing her alterations and sewing skills.
Debbie has played a key role in helping these young girls prepare for their dances
 Thank you Debbie for all you do!
 If anyone needs alterations please call Debbie at 620-343-6759.

Thanks to Cory Falwell we now have a new floor in the West room of the elementary school.  Cory is also responsible for putting in most all of the windows in the upstairs East room of school.  A BIG THANKS ! to you Cory. We love you.

The continued support from Kip and Barbara Wells helps to make our ministry work possible not only for the city of Elmdale but for the entire community. Thank YOU !

Thank you Linny Stilley  for your prayers and for the ceiling fans.  Linney purchased all of the ceiling fans for the Elementary school. 

What a blessing the riding lawn mower that Kenny Stilley donated .  As most of you know CMM’s yard is rather large so this is a huge blessing.

Thank you Angie Clopton for believing in the future of our youth and caring enough to walk out your faith. 
 
       
  

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