News Letter
Working Men of Christ Ministry,
inc.
Working Men of Christ Ministry, inc.
WMOC
December 2014
7th Issue
1017 S. Market Wichita, KS 67211
PHONE/ FAX: 316-440-0141
[email protected]
www.workingmenofchristministry.com
A Word from Katie McWilliams Director of HoME
Hello, my name is Katie McWilliams. I was born and raised in Topeka, Kansas. I grew up in the Highland Park
area, and graduated from Highland Park High School in 1996. I got pregnant at age 15 and by the time I was 19,
I had three children. I had no idea then what great plans the Lord had in store for me.
At the age of 31, I accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior. I had always questioned what my purpose
for being on this earth was, and why all these things have happened to me. Our God is a trustworthy and faithful God. He not only told me why I was here, but he lit a fire in my soul. He gave mw a passion for teen mothers that is beyond understanding.
I am currently a mentor for teen mothers at Highland Park High School. Along with several other
passionate women, I serve these girls lunch twice a month. Once a month we get together outside of school,
for worship, praise, and fun and games. Our mission is to show them the love of Christ.
Through several God encounters I have learned that “Nothing is Impossible with God,” Luke 1:37.
he has put people in my path to make dreams come true. To not only fan the flame he lit in me, but to burn
eternally in the hearts of young mothers.
It is my pleasure to introduce you to the House of Mary Elizabeth. HoME is a discipleship home for
teen mothers. We are able to house 3 families, along with “house parents”. Our goal is to help young mothers
become self-sufficient by providing them with a safe living environment, education, spiritual discipleship, biblical
counseling, and support for long-term economic independence, child development, parenting and life skills.
This is not only a program for our residents. Our plan is to carry this out into the community. We
would like to invite all young mothers into our home for bible study, worship, and fellowship.
Our number one need is financial.
A WORD from President Arlen Flora
Praise God it’s finally happening, construction is under way at the House of Ruth. This
week all the exterior trim and siding was repaired and the entire structure painted. The mechanical contractors are scheduled to be finished before Christmas and during that time the interior
trim and painting will be completed. We’re going to be close to operational by the first of the
year.
BOARD MEMBERS
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Arlen Flora (President/
Exec. Director)
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Spencer Lindsay
(Ministry/Housing Director)
Wendy McFarland
(Secretary)
Harvey McFarland
(Treasurer)
Bob Christiansen
(Legal Co.)
Ray Dempsey
(Pastor)
Bob Smith (Dir. Inmate
Correspondence)
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Robin Longstreet
(Dir. Women’s Ministry)
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Victor Hercules (Dir.
Spanish Ministry)
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Billie Bridgers
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Don Alley
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Dr. Larry Anderson
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Paul Posch
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Pastor Byron Davis
Meanwhile, plans are being prepared for the re-configuring of the two floor property
so we can get started there soon. The goal is to have the House of Joshua operational by the
first of April. Again, praise God for all the prayer and work of service that everyone has put into
this work of the ministry, God speed to each of you!
God Bless, Arlen Flora
Foundational Scripture
“But he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a
doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does.”
(James 1:25 NKJV)
Gary and Kristy McManness,
winners of the WMOC quilt
raffle.
WMOC Prayer Line
Call 316-440-0141, we would
love to pray with you.
Ministry News Cont.
A WORD from Ormond Wimberly Jr. Jaycees Chairman of the Board
By way of introduction my name is Ormond L. Wimberly, JR. it’s my privilege to contribute to the WMOC’s newsletter. My participation has been to complete the Key to Your
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Expected End last year. It was a dynamic bible study course. I encourage anyone who hasn't
taken it to do so. You won’t be disappointed. I am looking forward to coming the House of
Jeremiah, prayerfully, next year, after seeing the Kansas Prisoner Review board. There’s nothing
that God can’t do if you trust Him completely. You can’t waver in your faith or expectation.
This brings to mind something James Allen wrote in his classic piece called “As a Man
Thinketh”. Our circumstances in life may not change that moment but our perspective on the
circumstances can change by the power of the Holy Spirit. In prison or on the streets, it doesn't
matter. What’s important is that we develop a Christ like perspective on the issues of life. Proverbs 23:7 says, “for as he thinketh in his heart so he is…” What this is revealing to us is that
whatever we think is what we become. Let me ask you a question: what takes up most of your •
thinking? Whatever it is– is what you do. It’s what you become! There’s no way around this
either. don't get discouraged because all is not lost. By renewing our minds, by the Word of
God, we can overcome anything that interferes with us being victorious. Romans 12:2 says,
“And be ye not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind,
that ye may prove what is that good and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Now we know
that we can control what we think about. We no longer have to be in bondage to the worlds
counterfeit offerings. Choose today to chart a new course and live a victorious life.
A WORD from Director of Inmate Correspondence Bob Smith
Happy Holidays to everyone close and far. I’m wanting to share something very
special from God, to me and to you! On November 13th 2013 I was released from
prison after serving a 32 month plea bargain on a 30 year sentence. God did Bless and
fine tune me during that time with many things, but mostly on obeying, trusting and
leaning on him with everything all the time! I was released from Work Release in Wich- •
ita, KS, where I only had 4 and a half months, again blessed by God. I also had about
$1300 and brother Melvin picked me up from Work Release and took me to Sabetha,
KS. Another blessing from God. There I was blessed to be under the leadership of
Spencer Lindsay and Sandy Sanders, and four other brothers living there. While being in
prison God showed me a plan for my life, which was serving in the prison ministry,
Amen, Thank You Lord! Now my second day in Sabetha, brother Spencer, said that
God had shared with him that I was to work with him in the WMOC bible study. Off I
went serving, as God led the way. Now as of Feb. 2014 I became the House Mentor of
the House of Jeremiah, and Director of Inmate Correspondence on the board of
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WMOC. As of Nov. 13th 2014 one year to the day I was released from Parole after
completing one year of a two year post release sentence. Praise God Always!! Brothers
and Sisters, this is not about Bob Smith, this is the work of God Almighty. When we
will obey, trust and lean on God at all times, we can live in the blessings God has for us!
When everything around us is negative or says no it can’t be done, let God have it all,
and believe that our Father can and will allow our lives to be a light of Him to all!! The
gift from God to us is we are His creation, Master piece, and His children for eternity if
we will allow him to have his place in our lives. Merry Christmas and a prosperous new
year. God has a plan for you that is out of this world!! Your Brother in Christ, Bob
Smith. Thank you Jesus for your Redemptive Power of the Cross!!!
In Loving Memory Paul Robbins (1958-2014) “The Servant Heart”
Paul Robbins was family member of the House of Jeremiah and Working Men of Christ
Ministry. Paul was a brother in Christ, who would help and serve others no matter the task. If
you look up the word servant or dependable in the dictionary you would find a picture of Paul
Robbins. From chores, unloading groceries, and moving furniture. Paul was willing to help, others at all times. Paul was a fighter of the faith till the end. Paul had a smile and joy that would
make others laugh and smile . One of his favorite thing was to get a slurpie to share with his
brothers, along with a slice of pizza. Paul was a very observant and wise man. He would not
broadcast his wisdom, but would share it with you when you asked. Paul a son of Father God,
loved his family, his heart was to reconcile with friends and family, because
he wanted to share of the change Jesus Christ had done is his life. Paul loved
to gather with others at church services to worship the Lord. Paul was a
living version of Isaiah 43:2
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,
and the flame shall not consume you.-ESV
WMOC
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Working Men of
Christ Ministry
To assist each person
who is willing to relocate from the county
they are familiar with to
start to build a new relationship with Jesus
Christ in a new environment.
To assist each person
into a discipleship housing program, House of
Jeremiah, House of
Joshua, House of
Ruth that will help
them with transportation, stability, identification, employment, as
they reintegrate back
into society with a mentor.
To assist each person in
connecting with a local
body of believers so
that they may maintain
renewing the mind,
strengthened and encouraged in their walk
with Jesus Christ.
To encourage and help
each person stay connected through support
and accountability.
Captivity Series by Katie
Souza
Incentives paid out to date:
$5,760
Inmate Bibles paid for to date:
$1,540.24
WMOC
Outreaches
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Save Souls Thrift Store
Discipleship Homes
Save Souls Thrift store is an outreach of Working Men of Christ Ministry, Inc. Its’
goal is to not only fund the ministry, but it allows people who are living on a low or fixed income to buy things they need at a low price.
The store is located on the grounds of Word of Life church’s North campus at 3811
North Meridian in Wichita, KS. All proceeds fund either WMOC or Word of Life Church’s
Vision 2020. It works with a very low overhead by taking only donations.
The directors of it are Bob Smith on the WMOC side and Stacy Foster on the Vision
2020 side. If you have any questions or would like to donate items such as clothing, dishes or
other misc. items you can contact Bob Smith at 785-285-2425.
We recently received a bunch of new clothes, hats and coats. Come on out and see
what great deals you can find with us or to just have an awesome prayer time with two awesome people of God.
House of Jeremiah
316-440-0141
House of Joshua
785-246-6493
House of Ruth
785-230-9763
House of Mary
Coming Soon for Teen moms
House of Jeremiah
The House of Jeremiah is the flagship house of WMOC’s discipleship home
program. It was opened in February of 2014. It is located at 1017 S. Market in Wichita, KS. It is a house for men. It is directed by Spencer Lindsay, with Bob Smith as
house mentor.
The House of Jeremiah currently has 2 beds open. The residents are Robert,
Raymond, Zachery, Eric, Wesley, Charlie, Robert and Ronnie.
Bob Smith Released off Parole after just a year, Praise God! Our new brother
Wesley is here and jumping straight into the ministry. Royce and Gloria Montgomery
invited the men over to there house for Thanksgiving to fellowship and have a delicious meal. The ministry was donated another car for transportation, Thank God!!
House of Jeremiah at 1017
S. Market in Wichita, KS.
House of Joshua
The House of Joshua opened in Topeka, KS, just a couple months after the
House of Jeremiah. The House of Joshua is also a house for men. It is located at
1220 NW VanBuren in Topeka, KS. It is directed by Spencer Lindsay and Allen Randol.
The House of Joshua has 7 residents; Allen, Jacob, Matt, Derek, Michael,
Aaron, Greg and Todd. We would like to thank our home church, Grace Community
Church in Overbrook Kansas, for including us in all of their celebrations and services.
We are in need of a 8-12 passenger van to transport guys to and from work,
parole and house functions. If you can help contact Spencer Lindsay at “785-2852131”.
New House of Joshua at 1175
SW Clay in Topeka, KS.
Housing Updates
WMOC Ministry has been approached by Victory Baptist Church to use their 20,000
square foot building, that has a restaurant, sanctuary, banquet hall, library, youth room and
offices to start a discipleship center. This property could possibly hold 30 to 40 men and operate a restaurant and catering service, and hold church services and events all in one building.
House of Ruth will be open in January of 2015, applications are being received. WMOC and
Firm Foundations are working out a detailed partnership for the future.
Donations
We need your help and support to continue these works. Please send donations to WMOC, inc, P.O, box 47491 Wichita, Kansas 67201.
New House of Ruth (For
Women) at 1025 SW Western in Topeka, KS.
“Now the Lord said to Abram
Get out of your country from your family, from your fathers house to a land that I will show you.”
(Mark 6:4)
Events and Partners
Upcoming Events
WMOC
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Sponsors/Partners
WMOC ministry team will be holding services at:
• Dec. 2 WMOC Partnership with Harvesters Community Food Network
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Word of Life South, Wichita, KS
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Dec. 3 WMOC providing Ice Cream at Brothers in Blue
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Impact Design, Lansing, KS
Dec. 4 Happy Birthday Timothy Austin LCF
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Mentoring4Success
Dec. 5 WMOC donating Ice Cream to Brothers in Blue
Dec. 6 House of Joshua, breakfast with Pastor Hicks
AMBC
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Dec. 8– Excel Jaycees award Banquet keynote speaker
Spencer Lindsay EDCF
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Dec. 9 Spencer Attends WSC COC Lunch meeting for
homeless
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Dec. 10 WMOC Topeka Board Meeting 7pm
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Dec. 13WMOC Wichita Board Meeting 3pm
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Dec. 16 Word of Life Christmas Banquet
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Second Baptist Church, Winfield,
KS
The Urban Ministry Institute,
Wichita, KS
Brothers in Blue organization,
Winfield, Ks
Expected End Ministries, Maricopa,
AZ
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First Baptist Church Burden, KS
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Topeka Bible Church, Topeka, KS
Dec. 23 House of Jeremiah eating Christmas Dinner
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First Baptist Church, Holton, KS
Dec. 25 Jesus’ Birth Celebration “Merry Christmas”
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Elvin/ Connie Dillard
Dec. 28 House of Joshua Breakfast Cookout Grace
Community Church
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Debra Boss
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Dan/ Tami Lightfoot
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Nu Heart Nu Start Wichita, KS
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Jay “Big Dog” Grubb and family
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Excel Jaycees EDCF
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Roger and Kim Bair
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Larry Anderson, Olathe Kansas
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Firm Foundations Ministry, Inc.
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Royce and Gloria Montgomery
Dec. 23 Spencer Visits Plymouth Congregational
Church, Lawrence, KS
Special Shout Outs
Thank you Katie and Cheryl for hosting a powerful dedication of the House of Mary Elizabeth (home for
teen moms). We appreciate all who came out and prayed
in this new housing episode, for the Kingdom of God!
Thank you Bob Smith for a year of dedicated
service to WMOC. We look forward to many more
years serving the Kingdom of God with you. We love and
appreciate you!!
Thank you KDOC central office for adopting
the House of Ruth and all your wonderful gifts .
Zachery Tague fellowshipping
with Billie Bridgers and Gloria
Montgomery
Grace Community Church, Overbrook, KS
Topeka Baptist Church, Topeka,
KS
Zachery and Bob at the Katie
Souza Conference in Phoenix,
Arizona
Church of The Lord Jesus Christ,
Horton, KS
Our beloved Maria, Katie
Souza’s Personal Assistant, styling WMOC
Jacket
Harvesters Community Food Network, Topeka, KS
Spencer Lindsay
sitting at his desk
Royce and
Victor eating
breakfast
before
Brothers in
Blue Weekend
House of Joshua serving at Harvesters Food
Distribution in Topeka,
KS
Discipleship Scripture
“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the
Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo I am with you always, even to the
end of the age.”
(Matt. 28:19,20)
Created by: Director of Newsletter, Raymond Perret, Through the Holy Spirit.
Zachery Tague, Web Director