“And he said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” (Luke 10:2, ESV)

Today I wanted to share about SISTER ministries. It is a ministry dedicated to women who were formerly incarcerated. It is based in Phoenix, Arizona.

My friend Julianna McFadden founded this ministry and continues to direct it. She is dedicated to helping these women change their lives. That is why she founded this unique and challenging non-profit organization.

Julie brought me on board as the Bible study teacher, and now I am Vice President of SISTER. It has been an exciting time of ministry. We have seen lives transformed by the power of God’s love. Just last night we had another young woman trust Jesus as her Savior.

Here is how our program works. We have a weekly support meeting that includes a Bible study and fellowship. We encourage the woman to build new relationships with others who will help them live a Christ-centered life. Many times this means starting all new friendships and leaving most, if not all, of their old relationships behind.

In addition to the meeting, we are able to meet the immediate need of hygiene items, thanks to many for their generous donations. We provide employment leads, information on where to obtain food and housing, and contacts for counseling services. We have a closet filled with clothing, make-up and undergarments that we make available to the ladies.

Why am I writing about this in my blog?You know a little about my writing ministry, but I wanted people to know a little about my other ministry. But I also wanted to highlight a small ministry that is making a difference. In this way, I hope the reader will see the importance of all the small ministries around the world. They make a difference in lives.

Each ministry was started by the vision of one person who acted on their idea. Each was started because someone understood the eternal ramifications of ministering to those who need Jesus. Each one knows that the love of Jesus must be shared so that people can come to know the true and living God.

Do you have a vision? Is there a small ministry you can start? Is there a ministry that you can join? I am praying earnestly that God will send workers out to help with the harvest. Many are in need. Many are lost without Jesus. Will you go? Will you help?

If you would like to know more about SISTER ministries, go to sisterministries.org