Romans 15:2 - “Each of us should please our neighbors for their good, to build them up.”
Westside Ministries is a ministry dedicated to teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ to the families of the Westside, sharing the plan of salvation with them, and discipling those who commit their lives to Christ. The ministry provides a social and education services to enable the hearing of the gospel and to equip young people to become leaders in a renewed community of hope and fulfillment.
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From the Director
Twenty-five years ago Westside Ministries began teaching neighborhood children a different way of life though Jesus Christ. Bible clubs met in our home, volunteers came to teach and love and God blessed. 40 came… then 60 then 90. Suddenly 200 came weekly. The ministry moved, using church social halls and Sunday school classrooms. The ministry grew, as did the vision. 4H, dance classes, a library all become a part of the vision. Property was donated and a youth center was built and quickly outgrown.
Over 600 youth, children come weekly to activities ranging from 4H gardening to advanced ballet. The Bible continues to be taught by volunteers who disciple 300 weekly. Currently Westside Ministries has a 5,500 sq. ft. dance facility for the “Center for Urban Performance and Service” with community support. Adults in recovery and 4H will also have a place to meet.
The process continues. My faith has grown as young people who were lost and in bondage walk in an find freedom in Jesus Christ. Children dance and sing with freedom. Fruits and vegetables have been grown with care. Lives have been built! And with your help… it’s only just begun!