4th Quarter 2023 Report
Highlights:
- 2 men entered the Transition Program this quarter. We currently have 7 men in the program. 1 man coming next quarter.
- 11 men Baptized at Lawtey CI.
- Sexual Idolatry completed at Lawtey CI – 15 attending. Doy Moyer’s Mind Your King starting.
- Conflict Resolution class at Marion CI started – 10 – 20 attending. Men in the class are leaders in the Faith and Character Based Dorm.
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from the Middleburg congregation. Inmate attendance is 70-90 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 20 men. We are studying Bible questions as they arise.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg and other congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We have around 40 – 60 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Typically, between 15-17 individual studies each week.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on a Tuesday with 7 to 10 men.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. I am now teaching exclusively the leaders of the faith-based dorms there. I am hoping this access will give me a constant flow of new men to teach. About 20 men are attending. We are studying Conflict Resolution.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every other Tuesday afternoon with about 5 men.
RMC West
- Bible study each Wednesday night – between 20 and 40 in attendance. I teach one class per month. Greg Whipple and Carlton McPeak cover the other nights.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC West, Columbia Main, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or need encouragement.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 7 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night Bible class at transition house currently being taught by me. We are doing a study based on the Chosen TV series about the life of Jesus. We are currently on season 2.
Funding
- Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods. We ended the year on a strong note. Many of you have contributed to our work in 2023. We are indebted to your sacrifice.
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3rd Quarter 2023 Report
Highlights:
- 2 men entered the Transition Program this quarter. We currently have 7 men in the program. 1 man coming next quarter.
- 7 men Baptized at Lawtey CI and at 1 Marion CI
- RMC West Unit class is going well. 1 Wednesday night per month – between 30 and 80 in attendance. Greg Whipple and Carlton McPeak cover the other 3 nights each month.
- Sexual Idolatry continuing at Lawtey CI – 15 attending.
- Study on 1 Corinthians at Marion CI – 10 – 15 attending.
- Group Bible Study (Mentoring) with four other volunteers at Lawtey CI – 90 men attending.
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from the Middleburg congregation. Inmate attendance is 90-110 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 30 men. We are studying Bible questions as they arise.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg and other congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We have around 60 – 70 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Typically, between 15-17 individual studies each week.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on a Tuesday.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. I am now teaching exclusively the leaders of the faith-based dorms there. This is giving me access to new men to study with. 2 individual Bible studies have already come out of this. I am hoping this access will give me a constant flow of new men to teach. About 20 men are attending. We are studying Conflict Resolution.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every other Tuesday afternoon.
- Preaching sporadically at the Sunday worship service conducted by members of the Central congregation in Ocala.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC West, Columbia Main, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or need encouragement.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 7 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night Bible class at transition house currently being taught by me. We have just started a study on the Chosen TV show about the life of Jesus.
Funding
- Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods. Our vehicle expenses have been particularly high the last few months if you can offer any help it is appreciated.
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2nd Quarter 2023 Report
Highlights:
- 1 man entered the Transition Program this quarter. We currently have 6 men in the program. 3 men coming next quarter.
- 11 men Baptized at Lawtey CI and 2 at Liberty CI
- New Class at RMC West Unit started 1 to 2 Wednesday nights per month – over 80 in attendance the first night! Keith Ward had been teaching this class for a few years but has moved away. Thanks Keith for your efforts!
- Sexual Idolatry continuing at Lawtey CI – 18 attending.
- Study on 1 Corinthians at Marion CI – 10 – 15 attending.
- Group Bible Study (Mentoring) with four other volunteers at Lawtey CI – 100 men attending.
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from the Middleburg congregation. Inmate attendance is 90-110 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 35 men. We are studying Bible questions as they arise.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg and other congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 60 – 70 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on a Tuesday.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 15 to 20 men attending. We are studying 1 Corinthians.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every other Tuesday afternoon.
- Preaching sporadically at the Sunday worship service conducted by members of the Central congregation in Ocala.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC Main and West, Lowell, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or need encouragement.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 6 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night Bible class at transition house currently being taught by me.
Funding
- Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods.
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1st Quarter 2023 Report
Highlights:
- 1 man entered the Transition Program this quarter. We currently have 5 men in the program. 2 men coming next quarter.
- 13 men Baptized at Lawtey CI and 1 at Marion CI
- Financial Peace class completed at Lawtey CI. Sexual Idolatry class starting in May
- Study on 1 Corinthians started at Marion CI – 15 attending.
- Group Bible Study (Mentoring) at Lawtey CI grows to 100 men attending.
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg and one brother from another congregation. Inmate attendance is 80-100 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 35 men. We are studying Bible questions as they arise.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg and other congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 50 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on a Tuesday.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 15 to 20 men attending. We finished a study of John’s gospel and we are now studying 1 Corinthians.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every other Tuesday afternoon.
- Preaching sporadically at the Sunday worship service conducted by members of the Central congregation in Ocala.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC Main and West, FSP, Lowell, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or need encouragement.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 5 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night Bible class at transition house currently being taught by Greg Whipple.
Funding
- Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods.
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4th Quarter 2022 Report
Highlights:
- No men entered the Transition Program this quarter. We currently have 5 men in the program.
- 2 men Baptized at Lawtey CI
- $5,080 raised on Giving Tuesday!
- Study on John’s Gospel started at Marion CI – 15 attending.
- Conflict Resolution class finished at Lawtey. Financial Peace class starting in January
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg and one brother from another congregation. Inmate attendance is 60-75 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 30 men. We are studying Bible questions as they arise.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg and other congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 40 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Thursday and Friday.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on a Tuesday.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 15 to 20 men attending. We finished a study of Revelation and we are now studying John’s Gospel.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every other Tuesday afternoon.
- Preaching sporadically at the Sunday worship service conducted by members of the Central congregation in Ocala.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC Main and West, FSP, Lowell, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 6 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night Bible class at transition house currently being taught by Greg Whipple.
Funding
- Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods.
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3rd Quarter 2022 Report
Highlights:
- 1 man entered the Transition Program. We currently have six men in the program.
- 7 Baptized at Lawtey CI
- Study on John’s Gospel started at Marion CI – 15 attending.
- Conflict Resolution started at Lawtey – 15 attending
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg and one brother from another congregation. Inmate attendance is 45-55 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 15 men. We are studying the church.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg and other congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 40 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Thursday and Friday.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on Tuesdays.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 15 to 20 men attending. We finished a study of Revelation and we are now studying John’s Gospel.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every other Tuesday afternoon.
- Preaching sporadically at the Sunday worship service conducted by members of the Central congregation in Ocala.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC, FSP, Graceville, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 6 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night class at transition house – Authentic Manhood.
Funding
Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods.
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2nd Quarter 2022 Report
Highlights:
- 1 man entered the Transition Program. We currently have five men in the program.
- 7 Baptized, 5 at Lawtey CI and 2 at Liberty CI.
- Study on John’s Gospel started at Marion CI – 15 attending.
- Kitchen remodel at T3
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg and one brother from another congregation. Inmate attendance is 35-45 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 15 men. We are studying Proverbs.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg and other congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 40 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Friday.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on Tuesdays.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 15 to 20 men attending. We finished a study of Revelation and we are now studying John’s Gospel.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Tuesday afternoon.
- Preaching about once per month at the worship service conducted by members of the Central congregation in Ocala.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 5 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night class at transition house – Authentic Manhood.
Funding
Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods.
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1st Quarter 2022 Report
Highlights:
- 3 men entered the Transition Program. We currently have seven men in the program.
- 4 Baptized at Lawtey.
- Authentic Manhood Class started at Lawtey – 12 attending.
- Friday night CrossFit class started with transition men and others
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg. Inmate attendance is 20-25 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 8 men. We are studying Proverbs.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 30 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Friday.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits most months on Tuesdays.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 15 to 20 men attending. We have started studying Revelation.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Tuesday afternoon.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at RMC, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- Due to DOC changes in mail policy, bible correspondence courses have become much more difficult to send into inmates. We continue to press the state administration to make changes to this policy.
Transition House
- 7 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night class at transition house – Authentic Manhood.
Funding
- Thank you to everyone who continue to give and support our efforts to teach Christ in the prisons and to mentor brothers after release. Thank you for all your monetary gifts and donations of goods.
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3rdQuarter 2021Report
Highlights:
1 man entered the Transition Program and 2 men left. We currently have two men in the program.
- 1 Baptized at Liberty
- 3 Baptized Lawtey
- Conflict Resolution Class Completed at Marion
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg. Inmate attendance is 20-25 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 6 men. We are studying Hebrews.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 30 in attendance.
- One on one Bible Study and Counseling every Friday.
- Conflict Resolution completed at Lawtey – 6 graduated.
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits once monthly on Tuesdays.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 25 to 35 men attending. We finished Conflict Resolution and will be studying Revelation next.
- One on one Bible Study every Tuesday afternoon.
RMC Work Camp
- Preaching for Keith Ward at the 4th Sunday evening worship service each month. About 10 to 15 attending.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at Hamilton CI, Baker CI, FSP, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions that are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with a few men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
- 2 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night class at transition house on Proverbs– 3 to 8attending
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2ndQuarter 2021 Report
Highlights:
1 man entered the Transition Program and 2 men left; 1 man passed away. We currently have four men in the program.
- 1 Baptized at Liberty
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg. Inmate attendance is 20-25 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 6 men. We are studying Hebrews.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. We are having around 30 in attendance.
- Oneonone Bible Study and Counseling every Friday.
- Victim Impact Class finished on Thursday mornings. About 30 inmates graduated. Next class will be Conflict Resolution
Liberty CI
- Monthly worship service on the 4th Sunday of each month. One on one visits once monthly on Tuesdays.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 25 to 35 men attending. We have finished the book of Hebrews. Starting Conflict Resolution next.
- One on one Bible Study every Tuesday afternoon.
RMC Work Camp
- Preaching for Keith Ward’s at the 4th Sunday evening worship service each month. About 10 to 15 attending.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at Bay CI, Baker CI, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with several men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
- 4 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night class at transition house on Proverbs– 10 to 12 attending
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1stQuarter 2021Report
Highlights:
- 1 man entered the Transition Program and 2 men left; We currently have seven men in the program.
- Lawtey CI has reopened after being closed in December and January.
- 3 Baptized at Liberty; 2 Baptized at Lawtey; 2 Baptized at Marion
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from Middleburg. Inmate attendance is 25-32 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 6 men. We are studying Hebrews.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from Middleburg. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. Inmate attendance has now been increased to 36. We are having around 30.
- One-on-one Bible Study and Counseling every Friday.
- Victim Impact Class started on Thursday mornings. About 35 inmates attending.
Liberty CI
- After being restricted to volunteers for 8 months, Liberty has re-opened. We did our first Sunday service there in November and I was able to do one on one visits in December.
Marion CI
- Tuesday morning class each week. About 25 to 35 men attending. We are studying Hebrews.
- One on one Bible Study every Tuesday afternoon.
RMC Work Camp
- Attending Keith Ward’s worship service the 4th Sunday evening each month.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at Bay CI, Madison CI, Graceville CI
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. None of these are allowed during Phase 1.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with several men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
7 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night class at transition house – Proverbs – 10to 12 attending
Funding
- Thank you for all your gifts.
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4th Quarter 2020
Highlights:
- T3 has been paid off!
- 1 man left the Transition Program; We currently have eight men in the
- Lawtey CI closed because of COVID early in
- Monthly Sunday Service resumes at Liberty
- 4 Baptized at Lawtey
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Lawtey CI has been on medical lockdown because of COVID since early They had not experienced a single case during the whole pandemic until December. Over a third of the camp has tested positive for COVID. We have been told the camp is close to re-opening but have not been allowed to return as of early February.
RMC West
- Opened back to volunteers in November, but my commitment to Marion has prevented me from being able to teach there.
Liberty CI
- After being restricted to volunteers for 8 months, Liberty has re-opened. We did our first Sunday service there in November and I was able to do one on one visits.
Marion CI
- Marion re-opened at the end of November, and I was able to start my Tuesday The response has been very good. I am having about 20 to 30 men every week and I am doing one on one visits there in the afternoon. The Chaplain is very cooperative and has already asked me to teach an additional class.
RMC Work Camp
- Keith Ward, a brother from Gainesville, has been back doing a Sunday evening service there for a few months. I have started attending the service on the 4th Sunday evening of each month after the service at Liberty CI to encourage Keith and the men there. Keith may even let me preach.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at Various Facilities
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence None of these are allowed during Phase 1.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with several men from prisons who are taking correspondence I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
- 8 men are currently living at the transition
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the
- Monday night class at transition house – Proverbs – 10 to 12 attending
Funding
- Giving was the highest in 2020 than it has ever been. Your generosity has allowed us to fully pay off the transition house we purchased in February 2020! Thank you for all your support.
3rdQuarter 2020Report
Highlights:
- 1 man entered Transition Program; 1 man was removed. We currently have nine men in the program.
- I am currently only allowed into one prison – Lawtey CI on a limited basis.
- 3 Baptized at Lawtey
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area. Inmate attendance is 25-32 with 4-6 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 6 men. We are studying Acts.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon conducted with members from several local congregations. There is singing, praying, taking of the Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates occasionally bring lessons and regularly participate in other parts of the service. Inmate attendance has now been increased to 36. We are having around 30.
- One-on-one Bible Study and Counseling every Thursday and Friday.
RMC West
- Closed again to volunteers at the beginning of September.
Liberty CI
- Still closed to volunteers. I continue to write and study with several brothers through the mail.
Marion CI
- Still closed to volunteers. I continue to write and study with several brothers through the mail.
Spiritual Advisor Visits at Various Facilities
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. None of these are allowed during Phase 1.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with several men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
- 9 men are currently living at the transition houses.
- Sunday afternoon counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night class at transition house – Proverbs – 10 attending
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2nd Quarter 2019 Report
0 men entered transition program; 0 men left the program
- 3 baptized at Lawtey CI; 2 baptized Liberty CI; 1 RMC West
- Worship Service Continues on 4th Sunday at Liberty CI – 15 men attending
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 30-50 with 4 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 10 men. We are now studying John.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 50-100 with 3-7 volunteers participating.
- One-on-one Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday and Friday.
RMC West
- Wednesday Morning one-on-one studies.
- Wednesday Afternoon Re-Entry Class – 8 men, all are candidates for the transition program
- Thursday Morning class on the commands of Christ – PAL Program – 60 men.
Liberty CI
- 4th Sunday Morning Worship Service – 15 men and 2-3 other volunteers attending
- Twice monthly one-on-one Visits with about 14 men
Baker CI, RMC Main, RMC Work Camp, UCI, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with about 7 men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
- 4 men are currently living at the transition houses. All are doing well.
- Sunday afternoon Counseling with men in the program.
- Monday night Class at Transition House – Sexual Idolatry – 10+ attending
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4th Quarter 2018 Report
Highlights:
- • 2 men entered transition program; 2 graduated from the program
- • 12 baptized, 6 – Lawtey CI; 2 – Liberty CI; 1 – Baker CI; 2 – RMC West; 1 – NWFRC
- • Worship Service Continues on 4th Sunday at Liberty CI – 14 men attending
- • Conflict Resolution Class started at Lawtey CI -15 men attending
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- • Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 50-70 with 5 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 15 men. We are now studying Jeremiah.
- • Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 50-100 with 3- 7 volunteers participating.
- • Tuesday Night Class – Authentic Manhood continues – 20 men attending
- • Friday Morning class – Spiritual Revolution by Paul Earnhart– 16 men completed.
- • One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday and Friday.
RMC West
- • Wednesday Afternoon Re-Entry Class – Mind Your King – 7 men attending
- • Thursday Morning class on the commands of Christ – PAL Program – 60 men attending.
Liberty CI
- • 4th Sunday Morning Worship Service – 14 men and 2-3 other volunteers attending
Baker CI, RMC Main, etc.
- • “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- • I am working with about 7 men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
- Transition House
- • 6 men are currently living at the transition houses. Two men joined the program this quarter, two graduated.
- • Bible Study and Counseling on Monday nights. I am teaching a class on Thinking Errors.
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3rd Quarter 2018 Report
Highlights:
- • 2 men entered transition program, 1 man left; 2 men coming next quarter
- • 3 baptized at Lawtey CI; 4 baptized Liberty CI; 1 baptized Baker CI; 1 RMC West
- • Worship Service Continues on 4th Sunday at Liberty CI – 11 men attending
- • Mind Your King by Doy Moyer Class started at RMC West – 6 men attending
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- • Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 50-70 with 5 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 15 men. We are now studying Jeremiah.
- • Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 50-100 with 3-7 volunteers participating.
- • Tuesday Night Class – Authentic Manhood continues – 25 men attending
- • Friday Morning class – Spiritual Revolution by Paul Earnhart– 16 men.
- • One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday and Friday.
RMC West
- • Wednesday Afternoon Re-Entry Class – 6 men all are candidates for the transition program
- • Thursday Morning class on the commands of Christ – PAL Program – 60 men.
Liberty CI
- • 4th Sunday Morning Worship Service – 11 men and 2 other volunteers attending
Baker CI, Franklin CI, RMC Main, Graceville CF, NWFRC, etc.
- • “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
- Bible Correspondence Courses
- • I am working with about 7 men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
- • 5 men are currently living at the transition houses. Two men joined the program this quarter, one was removed.
- • Bible Study and Counseling on Monday nights. I am teaching a class on Thinking Errors.
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2nd Quarter 2018 Report
- • 3 men entered transition program, 1 man left; 1 man coming next quarter
- • 8 baptized at Lawtey CI; 2 baptized Liberty CI
- • Worship Service Continues on 4th Sunday at Liberty CI – 11 men attending
- • 3 men baptized at RMC West from PAL Program
- • New Authentic Manhood Class started at Lawtey – 25 men attending Summary of Activities:
- Lawtey Correctional
- • Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 50-70 with 5 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 15 men. We are now studying Jeremiah.
- • Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 50-100 with 3-10 volunteers participating.
- • Tuesday Night Class – Authentic Manhood started – 25 men attending
- • Friday Morning class – Spiritual Revolution by Paul Earnhart– 16 men.
- • One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday and Friday. RMC West
- • Wednesday Afternoon Re-Entry Class – 6 men all are candidates for the transition program
- • Thursday Morning class on the commands of Christ – PAL Program – 60 men. Liberty CI
- • 4th Sunday Morning Worship Service – 11 men and 2 other volunteers attending
- • 2 baptized Baker CI, Jefferson CI, RMC Main, etc.
- • “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able. Bible Correspondence Courses
- • I am working with about 10 men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant. Transition House
- • 6 men are currently living at the transition houses. Three men joined the program this quarter, two were removed.
- • Bible Study and Counseling
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1st Quarter 2018 Report
Highlights:
- • 2 men entered transition program, 1 man left; 2 men coming next quarter
- • 8 baptized at Lawtey CI; 1 baptized Liberty CI
- • Began Worship Service on 4th Sunday at Liberty CI. 7 men attending
- • Started Friday Morning Class at Lawtey – Spiritual Revolution – 16 men attending.
- • Started Bible Study at Dinsmore Work Release Center
- • Started Thursday Morning Class at RMC West PAL Program – Commands of Christ. About 60 men attending. Summary of Activities:
- Lawtey Correctional
- • Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 50-70 with 5 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 15 men. We are now studying The Psalms.
- • Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 50-100 with 3- 10 volunteers participating.
- • Thursday Morning class on Mind Your King – Concluded
- • Friday Morning class – Spiritual Revolution by Paul Earnhart– 16 men.
- • One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday and Friday. RMC West
- • Wednesday Afternoon Re-Entry Class – 6 men all are candidates for the transition program
- • Thursday Morning class on the commands of Christ – PAL Program – 60 men. Liberty CI, Baker CI, Suwannee CI, Mayo CI, Avon Park, etc. • “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
- Bible Correspondence Courses
- • I am working with about 10 men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant. Transition House
- • 5 men are currently living at the transition houses. Two men joined the program this quarter, one was removed, and one moved out to his own place.
- Bible Study and Counseling on Monday nights. I am teaching a class on Thinking Errors.
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4th Quarter 2017 Report
Highlights:
- 1 men entered transition program; 3 men coming next quarter
- 2 baptized at Lawtey CI; 2 baptized Liberty CI
- Completed Victim Impact Class at Lawtey – 24 men graduated
- Completed Conflict Resolution Class at Baker Re- Entry – 3 men graduated.
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 50-70 with 5 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 15 men. We are now studying The Psalms.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 40-80 with 3-10 volunteers participating.
- Tuesday Night Victim Impact Class Ended – 24 Graduated
- Thursday Morning class on Mind Your King – 12 men attending
- Wednesday Morning class on Acts – 5 men.
- One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
RMC West
- Wednesday Afternoon Re- Entry Class – 6 men all are candidates for the transition program
Liberty CI, Baker CI, Suwannee CI, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able. I am not doing regular visits to RMC West.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with about 10 men from prisons who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant.
Transition House
- 4 men are currently living at the transition houses. Three are currently in the program. One man joined the program this quarter, one violated his probation and was incarcerated.
- Bible Study and Counseling on Monday nights. I am teaching a class on Calvinism vs The Bible.
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1st Quarter 2017 Report
Highlights:
- • 1 man entered transition program; 4 men coming next quarter
- • 5 baptized at Lawtey
- • Began Study on the Psalms at Lawtey
- • Started Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace at Lawtey
- • Quarterly Worship Service at RMC Main Unit
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- • Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 70-100 with 5 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 25 men. We completed a study of Acts and are now starting Psalms.
- • Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 70-120 with 3-10 volunteers participating.
- • Tuesday night Financial Peace Class – 40 men.
- • Thursday Morning class on the Minor Prophets with eight brothers.
- • Wednesday Morning class on Acts – five men.
- • One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
RMC West, etc.
- • “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions, are interested in the transition program or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
Bible Correspondence Courses
• I am working with about 10 men from prisons in my general area who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant. Barbara and Burney Leavitt continue to enroll and write to men and women that request courses.
Transition House –
• 4 men are currently living at the transition houses. Three are currently in the program. One man joined the program this quarter and two left. Four men will be joining us next quarter.
- • Bible Study and Counseling on Monday nights. Greg Whipple has been teaching a class dealing with our view of Money.
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4th Quarter Report 2016
1 man entered transition program; 1 man coming next quarter; 2 were asked to leave the program
5 baptized at Lawtey
- Began Study on the Psalms at Lawtey
- Quarterly Worship Service at RMC Main Unit
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 90-140 with 5 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 25 men. We completed a study of Acts and are now starting Psalms.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 90-130 with 3-10 volunteers participating.
- Tuesday night 12 Step class called Bridge Builders – 20 men.
- Thursday Morning class on the Minor Prophets with eight brothers.
- Wednesday Morning class on Acts – five men.
- One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
RMC West, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
Bible Correspondence Courses
I am working with about 5 men from prisons in my general area who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant. Barbara and Burney Leavitt continue to enroll and write to men and women that request courses.
Transition House
Six men are currently living at the transition houses. Five are currently in the program. One man joined the program this quarter and two left. One man will be joining us next quarter.
- Bible Study on Monday nights. I am currently teaching the class on various topics centered around personal purity.
3rd Quarter 2016 Report
Highlights:
· 2 men entered transition program; 1 man coming next quarter
- 9 baptized
- 3rd Annual West Florida trip completed – six prisons visited in 4 days
- Quarterly Worship Service at RMC Main Unit
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 90-140 with 4 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 25 men. We are completing a study of Acts.
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 90-130 with 3- 10 volunteers participating.
- Tuesday night 12 Step class called Bridge Builders – 20 men.
- Thursday Morning class on the Minor Prophets with eight brothers.
- Wednesday Morning class on Acts – five men.
- One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Wakulla CI, Walton CI, Madison CI, Blackwater CI, Jefferson CI, Liberty CI, RMC West, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with about 5 men from prisons in my general area who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant. Barbara and Burney Leavitt continue to enroll and write to men and women that request courses.
Transition House
Seven men are currently living at the transition houses. Six are currently in the program. Two men joined the program his quarter and none left. 1 man will be joining us next quarter.
- Bible Study on Monday nights. I am currently teaching the class on various topics centered around membership in the local church.
2nd Quarter 2016 Report
2 men entered transition program; 2 men coming next quarter
5 baptized – Lawtey
- Conflict Resolution Class Graduated – 30 men
- New Bridge Builders Class Started – 27 men
Summary of Activities:
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 90-140 with 4 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 25 men. We are completing a study of
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 90-130 with 3- 10 volunteers
- Tuesday night 12 Step class called Bridge Builders – 50
- Thursday Morning class on the Minor Prophets with ten
- Wednesday Morning class on Acts – 5
- One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Columbia Correctional, Union CI, RMC West, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with about 5 men from prisons and jails in my general area who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant. Barbara and Burney Leavitt continue to enroll and write to men and women that request.
Transition House
- 5 men are currently living at our transition houses. Four are currently in the program. Two men left the program with bad circumstances this quarter. 1 man will be joining us next quarter.
- Bible Study on Monday nights. I am currently teaching the class on various topics centered around our inherent value – In the Image of God.
1st Quarter 2016 Report Highlights:
- 1 new man entered transition program; 2 men coming next quarter
- 10 baptized – Lawtey 1 baptized – Madison CI
- Quarterly Service at RMC Main – 40 men attended
- New Conflict Resolution Class Started – 50 attending
Lawtey Correctional
- Mentoring and Small Group Bible Study on Thursday night; conducted with other men from several congregations in the area; inmate attendance 90-140 with 3 mentors participating. I am currently working with a group of about 35 men. We are completing a study of
- Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I rotate preaching with other brothers; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 90-130 with 3- 10 volunteers
- Tuesday night class on Conflict Resolution – 50
- Thursday Morning class on the Minor Prophets with ten
- Wednesday Morning class on Acts – 5
- One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Columbia Correctional, Madison CI, Baker CI, etc.
- “Spiritual Advisor” Visits with members of the church and other men I have worked with at other institutions or have been taking correspondence courses. I typically meet with men at these institutions as requested or able.
Bible Correspondence Courses
- I am working with about 5 men from prisons and jails in my general area who are taking correspondence courses. I try to meet with these men as they desire, or their studies warrant. Barbara and Burney Leavitt continue to enroll and write to men and women that request courses.
Transition House
- 5 men are currently living at our transition houses. Four are currently in the program. Two men will be joining us next quarter.
- Bible Study on Monday nights. One of the brothers from Middleburg, LJ Howell, is teaching on the Seven Churches from Revelation.
men. We are continuing a study on the book of Romans.
Worship Service on Sunday afternoon; conducted with members from several local congregations; singing, praying, Lord’s Supper and Preaching/Teaching; I typically preach two times per month; Christian inmates have been bringing some lessons, and regularly participate in the service; inmate attendance 80-130 with 3- 10 volunteers participating. Thursday Morning class at Lawtey on the book of Revelation with six brothers. One on One Bible Study and Counseling every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday mornings. Union Correctional, RMC West, Baker CI, Cross City, etc.
