JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL January 20, 2011

JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL January 20, 2011


Upcoming One-Day Training Seminar
April 2nd, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 E. New York St., Aurora IL
Speaker: Rich Hines
Cost: FREE!
Email Chaplain Tom to reserve a place!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org


The Dads' Classes

DEFINING THE PROBLEM

GETTING STARTED
Memorize Psalm 1:1

RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY,
& CHRISTIANITY

HANDLING ANGER, DRUGS, ALCOHOL, STRESS
Memorize Psalm 1:1-2

“DISTANT DAD"
Write letter(s) to kid(s).
Memorize Psalm 1:1-3

RELATIONSHIPS
Write letter(s) to kid(s).
Memorize Psalm 1:1-4

FATHERING
Write letter(s) to kid(s).
Memorize Psalm 1:1-5

LEADERSHIP & DISCIPLINE
Write letter(s) to kid(s).
Memorize Psalm 1:1-6

Aunt Mary’s Storybook
Write letter(s) to kid(s).

“Fireproof” - the movie & COMMENCEMENT!


Homework assignments with each class and Scripture memory are required.

You can view these classes on our Downloadable Files -
http://www.waysidecross.org/newlife/files.php


Also needed in the Kane Co. Jail - volunteers for CELEBRATE RECOVERY.
For information, application:
mailto:lvinvest@comcast.net


Progress in Kendall County!
Yes, after years of praying, we're seeing God open the doors to the Kendall County Jail in Yorkville! They've been "almost closed" to volunteers for some years after some negative experiences with volunteers & contraband.


Chaplain Tom had a good meeting with Jail Commander Sabrina Jennings (she requested the meeting!), to begin plans to bring in the Dads' Classes - to start in late February? The Commander said they will also welcome Bibles, Bible Lessons, and Christian books, and make make arrangements for us to show DVDs. Now, we're not "in" yet, so please continue praying! Please pray God will raise up 4 volunteers to go with Chaplain Tom, PROBABLY on Wednesday afternoons. Interested? Contact mailto:tbeatty@waysidecross.org


Kane Co. Jail "Dads" Volunteers Needed!
The Kane County Jail is accepting volunteer applications NOW. This will be the only time this year that applications will be accepted. The Dads' Classes are held on Fridays, from 7 - 9:15 PM. You'll join existing volunteer teams, co-leading the classes. For an application: mailto:tbeatty@waysidecross.org


Illinois Youth Center in Saint Charles
For about three years now, we've conducted a weekly Bible Study for all the "newbies" at the Center.. The "Leisure Time Activities" Department at the center has requested we have a monthly, Friday evening "Video Time" for the residents (teen-aged boys). Of course, we'd like to present Bible-centered videos. Do you know of a source of videos, preferably donated? They'd need to be 30 - 60 minutes in length, DVD preferred. We also need volunteers for this. Can you please help? Please contact mailto:tbeatty@waysidecross.org. (Warning: The application process for this is tedious!) Please pray we can meet this need, and take advantage of this opportunity!


If you would please consider donating to NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS, here's a link to our website - http://www.waysidecross.org then click on the Red Heart. Thank you!

NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL ,JANUARY 10, 2011

JAIL-MAIL from Chaplain Tom, NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS MINISTRY at WAYSIDE CROSS MINISTRIES, AURORA IL

January 10, 2011 Upcoming One-Day Training Seminar
April 2nd, 9 AM - 3:30 PM
215 E. New York St., Aurora IL
Speaker: Rich Hines
Cost: FREE!
Email Chaplain Tom to reserve a place!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org

"Malachi Dads" volunteers needed!
In the Kane County Jail, the Dads' Classes meet every Friday, 7:15 - 9:15 PM. Volunteer applications are being accepted in January only!
Email Chaplain Tom for
an application!
tbeatty@waysidecross.org

Prayer Requests
Spanish Bibles and books - We prefer Christian books, but morally-clean novels, mysteries, biographies, etc. are welcomed.
Malachi Dads co-leaders at the Kane County Jail.
Acceptance of our Dads' Classes into the Kendall County Jail.
The Gospel to be clearly presented & clearly-heard.

If you would please consider donating to NEW LIFE CORRECTIONS, here's a link to our website - http://www.waysidecross.org

BOOK NEED:

"Book Cart Ministry" at Kane Co. Jail
The Kane County Adult Justice Center in St. Charles does not have a staff Chaplain, so 10 volunteers have teamed up to provide one-on-one Pastoral Counseling, and Christian literature to the general population. On the Book Cart are Bibles, tracts, Christian Books, Bible Study materials, and devotionals.

All the Book Cart materials are donated. Currently, we have a good number of English Bibles & books, but a GREAT NEED in this vital ministry is for Spanish Bibles and books. We have many inmates who's only language is Spanish, and many more who may have some English skills, but their "heart language" is Spanish.
5th Dads' Class at Stateville Prison

We began Dads' Classes with a new group of men on Jan. 5th. Some prayer requests after their 1st class are:

Albert - for my 4 kids following my criminal footsteps (3 are incarcerated) to change!

Marcus - for grace & humility to grow spiritually; for Mom’s upcoming surgery.

Timothy - for friends, family & foes to obey God’s Word & teach their kids a better way.

Manuel - for guidance, strength & understanding that God will change me.
Anonymous - for strengthened fellowship w/ God, better relationships w/ children & loved ones.

Ray - to return to the free world as a better Dad.

Tony - to have one of my children back into my life, and not be manipulated against me.

Antoine - for Mom on her deathbed; for my “low” hope & faith to be strengthened.

Anonymous - for the health of my son, Mother, and family members.

John - for favor in Court; for better relationships with my sons & their Mothers.

Larry - to see my grandkids in person; to be a better Dad to help my kids be better parents.

Anthony - for my family, especially daughter Destiny to know Jesus as Lord & Savior.